Wow, has this place gone downhill! Overpriced and worst of all, rude, nasty service. Why a bartender would treat patrons the way he did is beyond me. Never again. We visit P-Town every year for bear week. Took friends there on their first trip to P-Town. All four of use said we will never go there again.
Atmosphere: 2
Service: 1
Stephen Tendrich
It is all about the journey to Provincetown and it always, always, a trip to the Monkey Bar. I have been a patron for almost 10 years. The energy, music, delicious meals that transport you to another realm, perpetual smiles of the crowd, and the closeness of the establishment. I call it a home away from home. An escape. A Smokey Monkey cocktail, Khao Soi, Red Hot Chili Peppers Sushi Roll, The Out of the World Potstickers, and an Espresso Martini, a perfect time for me at the Monkey Bar. Don’t forget to peak your head around and step into Johnny’s Thai Bistro; another amazing experience. See you there!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Everett Heintz
The monkey bar is fantastic, food is delicious and the drinks are simply marvelous. You must try the pad
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sharron Sawyer
I loved mostly everything about the 'Monkey Bar' - the vibe, the lighting, the seating, service, food, and noise level....but the dealbreaker for me was when I got the bill I my Manhattan cocktail was $28!!!! There are no prices on the menu except for 'drinks are $19 and up' - so be careful when ordering your drink. I have never paid anywhere near that much for a Manhattan anywhere!!! And it wasn't particularly special....It felt like a sneaky rip-off to me. Usually when I encounter this kind of practice in a business I usually end up no longer supporting them....not sure I'll be back....:-(
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
W H
Best martinis in ptown and the food from Johnny Thai's is amazing!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pad Thai, Spring Roll
Jeroen
Still infuriated by the $85 bill I got for 3 cocktails at this place. Gay tourist trap; avoid at all costs.
Gerardo Albornoz
Very good portions of food. Nice place to hang out and have some drinks.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Nat Esten
Great cocktails!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
brian brosen
We have always enjoyed the vibe here. This year though, when we ordered cocktails only to be charged $24 per cocktail, that changed things for me.
Andy Keller
Atmosphere is great, bartenders are wonderful...but the prices are insane. $26 for a cocktail?? Even when called out on this, and directed to a less-expensive vodka...$24. This is nuts.
Reviewing the bar: This was a favorite spot for years. It was a great “dive” bar and had such a fun and friendly atmosphere. However, this latest visit was extremely disappointing. The place felt like a cheap dated disco - shiny walls and led lights.But the biggest issue was the cost of the drinks (the menu did not list prices) and the drinks were terrible. For two sangria-based drinks, the bill came to $50, not including tip. Insane.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 3
Alexander Beck
Its a big no for me too. Martini menu looked great but no prices. Menu said they serve a full 10oz martini as if no one else serves a full pour. I ordered an expresso martini and when they rung it up they called it a "double". Was in shock when they charged me $20. And ... it was premixed in the back and watered down. I've ordered top shelf martinis anywhere else in PTown and the most I paid was $18 and no one called their martini a double or watered it down. If you really like martinis skip the Monkey Bar! PS bottle of water was $9. Most I paid for water in PTown bars was $5 at Tea Dance. So the owner answered below. Here is my reply....you are wrong about no one serves a full martini....only you don't. And BTW I was there during your Happy Hour. Obviously my assumption that drinks would be discounted was wrong. Buyer beware. Its all hype and no sizzle.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Yevgeniy Dymov
The food is so amazing. Martinis drinks are very special and
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Dean By Vi
Upscale location, modern vibe. Cocktails start at $19 (mine was $23 ?) ?. Food was extremely fresh and delicious. Service was perfect! Please stop in and enjoy what they have to offer .... Shirtless bartender if you're lucky.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
PCNY2022
I have been coming to P-town for decades but had never been to the Monkey Bar before. I had dinner there one night during the week of the 4th of July holiday. I didn't order an alcoholic drink there and, from what I've read in other reviews since, I'm glad I didn't. Unfortunately, I did order food. In my opinion, it was mediocre at best and definitely not worth the money. I see no reason to ever go back there.
Wow, has this place gone downhill! Overpriced and worst of all, rude, nasty service. Why a bartender would treat patrons the way he did is beyond me. Never again. We visit P-Town every year for bear week. Took friends there on their first trip to P-Town. All four of use said we will never go there again.
Atmosphere: 2
Service: 1
It is all about the journey to Provincetown and it always, always, a trip to the Monkey Bar. I have been a patron for almost 10 years. The energy, music, delicious meals that transport you to another realm, perpetual smiles of the crowd, and the closeness of the establishment. I call it a home away from home. An escape. A Smokey Monkey cocktail, Khao Soi, Red Hot Chili Peppers Sushi Roll, The Out of the World Potstickers, and an Espresso Martini, a perfect time for me at the Monkey Bar. Don’t forget to peak your head around and step into Johnny’s Thai Bistro; another amazing experience. See you there!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The monkey bar is fantastic, food is delicious and the drinks are simply marvelous. You must try the pad
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I loved mostly everything about the 'Monkey Bar' - the vibe, the lighting, the seating, service, food, and noise level....but the dealbreaker for me was when I got the bill I my Manhattan cocktail was $28!!!! There are no prices on the menu except for 'drinks are $19 and up' - so be careful when ordering your drink. I have never paid anywhere near that much for a Manhattan anywhere!!! And it wasn't particularly special....It felt like a sneaky rip-off to me. Usually when I encounter this kind of practice in a business I usually end up no longer supporting them....not sure I'll be back....:-(
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Best martinis in ptown and the food from Johnny Thai's is amazing!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pad Thai, Spring Roll
Still infuriated by the $85 bill I got for 3 cocktails at this place. Gay tourist trap; avoid at all costs.
Very good portions of food. Nice place to hang out and have some drinks.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Great cocktails!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We have always enjoyed the vibe here. This year though, when we ordered cocktails only to be charged $24 per cocktail, that changed things for me.
Atmosphere is great, bartenders are wonderful...but the prices are insane. $26 for a cocktail?? Even when called out on this, and directed to a less-expensive vodka...$24. This is nuts.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Reviewing the bar: This was a favorite spot for years. It was a great “dive” bar and had such a fun and friendly atmosphere. However, this latest visit was extremely disappointing. The place felt like a cheap dated disco - shiny walls and led lights.But the biggest issue was the cost of the drinks (the menu did not list prices) and the drinks were terrible. For two sangria-based drinks, the bill came to $50, not including tip. Insane.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 3
Its a big no for me too. Martini menu looked great but no prices. Menu said they serve a full 10oz martini as if no one else serves a full pour. I ordered an expresso martini and when they rung it up they called it a "double". Was in shock when they charged me $20. And ... it was premixed in the back and watered down. I've ordered top shelf martinis anywhere else in PTown and the most I paid was $18 and no one called their martini a double or watered it down. If you really like martinis skip the Monkey Bar! PS bottle of water was $9. Most I paid for water in PTown bars was $5 at Tea Dance. So the owner answered below. Here is my reply....you are wrong about no one serves a full martini....only you don't. And BTW I was there during your Happy Hour. Obviously my assumption that drinks would be discounted was wrong. Buyer beware. Its all hype and no sizzle.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
The food is so amazing. Martinis drinks are very special and
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Upscale location, modern vibe. Cocktails start at $19 (mine was $23 ?) ?. Food was extremely fresh and delicious. Service was perfect! Please stop in and enjoy what they have to offer .... Shirtless bartender if you're lucky.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have been coming to P-town for decades but had never been to the Monkey Bar before. I had dinner there one night during the week of the 4th of July holiday. I didn't order an alcoholic drink there and, from what I've read in other reviews since, I'm glad I didn't. Unfortunately, I did order food. In my opinion, it was mediocre at best and definitely not worth the money. I see no reason to ever go back there.
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