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    Bobby's Monkey Bar

    4.0 (76 reviews)
    InexpensiveDive Bars, Gay Bars
    Open 12:00 pm - 4:00 am (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Divey
    Casual
    Happy hour specials

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    Danielle V.

    Stopped here while on vacation in Key West and had a blast. We were there pretty early 9pm, they didn't start karaoke till 9:30 and it didn't get busy till 10:30. We still had fun even though it was dead. They had an old school book to pick a song and it was super dive bar. The bartender was very nice, and we had a great time. It's CASH only but they have an atm on side. Drinks were also cheap!

    Jacob T.

    If you would like to go to a nice little gay dive bar in Key West, then look no further than this place. It is an absolute dive filled with locals and some curious tourist. Every night at 9:30. They have karaoke night again it's a dive bar, but nothing to be afraid of. The bar old, excepts cash and if you didn't bring any they've got an ATM for your convenience. Drinks are strong and cheap. There's no smoking allowed inside the bar so you'll see everyone congregate in the front of the bar where the Astros sit. The staff was relatively friendly. The more you drink, and the later it gets, the better everyone's voices sounded. be sure to have a few drinks before you arrive so you can truly appreciate the karaoke.

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    Sky T.

    A divy bar that is cash only and has nightly karaoke around 9:30-ish. The service is friendly and welcoming. Definitely come as you are and have fun. Really chill and good for a more relaxed night. Outside of that not a bad place to start off before embarking on Duval.

    My partner enjoyed singing is favorite toons. I enjoyed my favorite cocktail.
    Jason S.

    My husband enjoyed singing his favorite tunes. I enjoyed my favorite cocktail. We stayed in Keywest for four nights and made sure we stopped in for a good time. Bartender was awesome and we love the Karaoke host. Can't wait for our next visit in March

    Matt H.

    I never write reviews but this place was so great that I had to drop a quick note. We went here with my wife and her family on Tuesday of this week and had an amazing time! A very friendly bar that seems to have more locals than tourists. We made an effort to talk with the guy running the karaoke night because he was one of the best singers we've ever heard! Go see him soon before he is on Broadway, no joke.

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    Jj P.

    I have been to this cute little bar many times over the last 8 years. Love the karaoke and the people are soooooo friendly. My next trip to Key West I will be sitting at the bar having a drink.....love the fun and smiles.

    Matthew S.

    Love this little gay dive bar!!! Typical Key West, very laid back and very chilled. You won't find any pretentious wannabe twinks running around here. Just a solid group of locals singing karaoke with a few out of towners. Everyone is welcome. The bartender was amazing. NO CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED CASH ONLY SMOKING IS NOW OUTSIDE If you want a chilled place to hang with the locals, have a few stiff drinks and sing a few songs, be sure to stop here.

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    Adam C.

    Key West has a chill vibe and the Monkey Bar a great place to find it. Low key may be an understatement but the drinks are stiff and the bartender is nice. It feels like that perfect neighborhood bar where everyone would know your name. My sense was that it was more populated with locals than tourists so it is a chance to meet the real Key West. The only frustration is that they do not take cash. Come on boys this is almost 2021 (because I am so done with 2020) that you cannot expect us to actually carry cash especially in skinny jeans.

    Jeffrey M.

    Just awesome. Go here. Watch old movies. Look at monkeys. Even the monkeys from the wizard. You'll like it. A lot.

    Tess W.

    One of the best bars Key west!! We love this locals joint! Looking for a heavy pour? Look no more

    Marissa N.

    Local or semi-permanent local bar. Smoking allowed inside, kareoke allowed inside, pool, drinking, fun and laugh all allowed. The folks were very welcoming, chatty, friendly and full of applause when people sang.

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    A very locals bar, food and service was fantastic. And the ambiance makes you want to keep going back.

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    Thinking about it a bit more over the years, this is DEFINITELY the best monkey bar in south Florida

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    6 years ago

    Best off duval gay dive bar ever. We always make sure to have a drink, or ten, every time we are on the island. A key west classic!!!

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    This is a great place to visit. Only the locals seem to know about it. Great karaoke. Cash only. Eileen, our bartender, was a riot.

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    The concept here is executed so well - it is one of best finds we have found in years…read more First, the decor and atmosphere is incredible. The decor is seductive in such a tasteful and classy way, everything is so romantic. It's beautiful. Cozy, intimate booths. Sparkling chandeliers flickering in candlelight. Ambient lighting. It is a perfect place to end your evening with your partner. We made reservations the morning of, on a Wednesday evening for our anniversary, and were seated promptly. Service was incredible from start to finish. I appreciate their ipad menus with questions to ask your partner, peruse the menu, and read about the origins. There are plenty of drinks and deserts with double entendre names, they're so fun. Huge positive that they have virgin drinks, and several to choose from. Both deserts we tried were out of the world delicious. The missionary crisp ice cream and flavor was 10/10, no notes to improve. Key lime from behind was the best key lime I've had in my life and quickly became the best we have tried on Key West. Incredible and what a lovely place!!

    Well, no it isn't…read more But our party of five enjoyed having drinks and dessert here. It's really more aimed at a young couple in love, but we had fun. Romantic lighting and private booths made for some good ambiance. The iPad menus were great and very useful in selecting desserts and drinks. Everything on order is accompanied by a double entendre title, which makes it fun to pick. Candy rimmed beer was good; and the berry crisp and ice cream offerings were tasty. Honestly too big, even for two. But they were trying to do something different. To know: they do not have a license for hard liquor. A fun spot to have a sweet treat. Maybe don't bring the kids.

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    4.2(207 reviews)
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    Mary Ellen's Bar and Kitchen…read more From the outside, it's just a plain white building sittin' in the sun nothing flashy, nothing pulling you in. Real easy to walk right past it without a second thought. But step inside... and now you're in a whole different story. The walls, the ceiling, the corners every inch feels like it's been collected over time, layered with memorabilia and personality. And the wild part? It doesn't stay the same. The décor can shift with the mood, like the place is alive and just decides to reinvent itself whenever it feels like it. You go in thinking it's just a quick stop. Then the drinks start flowing, the room starts buzzing, and next thing you know you're laughing louder than you planned, talking longer than you expected. Sure, maybe there was a little drinking involved but truth be told, it's the atmosphere doing most of the heavy lifting. They've got events, music, off-the-wall fun mixed in with a laid-back crowd, and it all just works without trying too hard. The food holds its own too solid comfort stuff that hits right when you need it and the service keeps things moving smooth without missing a beat. It's one of those spots... looks like nothing on the outside, but inside it's a whole experience. Another one of those "hidden gems," yeah but this one earns it the hard way. Mary Ellen's Bar and Kitchen From the outside, it's just a plain white building sittin' in the sun nothing flashy, nothing pulling you in. Real easy to walk right past it without a second thought. But step inside... and now you're in a whole different story. The walls, the ceiling, the corners every inch feels like it's been collected over time, layered with memorabilia and personality. And the wild part? It doesn't stay the same. The décor can shift with the mood, like the place is alive and just decides to reinvent itself whenever it feels like it. You go in thinking it's just a quick stop. Then the drinks start flowing, the room starts buzzing, and next thing you know you're laughing louder than you planned, talking longer than you expected. Sure, maybe there was a little drinking involved but truth be told, it's the atmosphere doing most of the heavy lifting. They've got events, music, off-the-wall fun mixed in with a laid-back crowd, and it all just works without trying too hard. The food holds its own too solid comfort stuff that hits right when you need it and the service keeps things moving smooth without missing a beat. It's one of those spots... looks like nothing on the outside, but inside it's a whole experience. Another one of those "hidden gems," yeah but this one earns it the hard way.

    Great spot in Key West! A local recommended it and we're so glad we stopped in! Our bartender was…read moreawesome, so friendly and happy! I had the Posole, over the top good! My boyfriend had the grilled cheese and tomato soup, delicious! Great drinks, great music, fun people to chat with! Loved it!!

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