Gayle’s Monroe Tap

Our Take

Gayle’s Monroe Tap, listed simply as Monroe Tap in the city guide, is a small downtown bar with one of the highest average ratings among Streator’s taverns, despite a modest review count. That combination usually describes a beloved neighborhood spot with a loyal crowd and a welcoming bartender behind the counter. Prices are listed as inexpensive, and hours run from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily. It’s a short walk from the Park Street bars, so it works as part of a downtown evening or on its own for a quiet drink. It doesn’t advertise a food menu in the sources I found, so plan to eat elsewhere. If you value a friendly, low-key atmosphere over big screens and crowds, Monroe Tap is exactly the kind of place that keeps small-town bar culture alive. As with most small-town taverns, hours and kitchen times can shift, so call ahead or check social media before making a special trip, and remember that bars with video gaming are 21-and-over in those areas.

• Highly rated neighborhood tap
• Inexpensive
• Downtown

Find Us

📍 110 N Monroe St, Streator, IL 61364