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    Monkey Barrel

    3.3 (143 reviews)
    ModerateBars, Sandwiches, Pizza
    Open 11:00 am - 11:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Live music
    Outdoor seating

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    Cheeseburger
    Annette T.

    Came for a quick burger and beer and was satisfied. There was a local comedy event going on when we got there but the stage room was full so we just sat by the bar. The burger was good but pricey for the size. The fries were delicious though and cooked to my preference! I noticed pin ball machines in the stage room and outdoor games so it's cool that there's games and stuff to do!

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    Edie A.

    It's on like Donkey Kong at the Monkey Barrel. Touting it's the "Gen-X Home of the Mile High City", this neighborhood bar has a bit of everything. Multiple photos and movie posters adorn the walls of the inside with familiar faces from the 80s and 90s. As Tiffany looked over my shoulder at my table in the bar, I definitely did not think we're alone now as there were many other customers in the gaming area as well as the patio outside. QR menus are everywhere to look at food and drink menus. Drinks must be ordered at the bar. Food is run to your table. My friend tried one of their nostalgic cocktails. All have names based on 80s & 90s favorites such as Pearl Jam, Mortal Kombat, and Otter Pops. I went with a basic vodka soda since most seemed a bit on the sweet side. There are many forms of entertainment for customers. We went during the day on break so there were several children enjoying video games and pinball in the game room, and the extra large Connect Four outside. This Gen-Xer and my Millennial Bestie entertained ourselves with a memory game we created on the spot of guessing who each celebrity was when a photo of them was randomly displayed on one of the bar TVs. One of my favorites was preteen JT and Ryan Gosling back in their Mouseketeer days. Cue the music: M-O-N: eNjoyed our time here K-E-Y : why, because it's different B-A-R-R-EL

    Cindy S.

    I came here for the fan expo cup of the year. Food was okay, not sure what i wanted and how hungry i was so i just opt for the green chili cheese fries. It was okay. The pork just didn't look good not much of green chili the taste was there. My brother got the fries pickles it was good and his gf got a wrap. Over all what i got not a gan i would come back to try something else. The service is great. You can order on your phone which i what i did and sat outside on the patio. Great ambience nice chill out sport to drink

    Otter Pop
    Susie O.

    Delicious food, fun atmosphere. 100% going to be a fun night out! The service was seamless and the bartenders were funny. I would highly recommend coming here for a fun night out with friends- get an otter pop for nostalgia and check out their mystery vending machine!

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    Clare C.

    Came here on a Sunday evening and it was nice. We were able to find parking around the block. We were sat outside on a nice evening and it was relaxing. We ordered some appetizers and my friends were able to find something vegetarian for them to eat. We ordered food from the QR code at the table and food came out in ~10 minutes. They have a good deal on their house beer for $4 which was great. I ordered the fried pickles and there were lots of choices for the side sauce. They were very average but hit the spot. The food was a good price and overall just a nice time.

    Above the bar
    Erin S.

    Fun concept for those who hold dear the last two decades of the 1900s. Monkey Barrel is located across the street from Chaffee Park. They have a beer garden type feel on the outside as there are several picnic tables and yard games for any ages to play. Inside, Monkey Barrel is dedicated to the best two decades of 1900s with fun art, arcade games, and Nintendo 64 consoles set up in each booth (there were 4 booths) for your entertainment. The most entertaining part for us Gen Xer and Millenial was trying to figure out who was the celebrity from pictures taken 40 years ago. The menu is also dedicated to the great musicians of the 1990s. I selected the Pearl Jam, which a Monkey Barrel's take on a Dirty Shirley Temple. The place was happening during mid-day, so this place has definitely made a name for itself which is why it is on Westword's 100 Bars for this year. Monkey Barrel is also supposed to have great food - which could be concluded by the number of pick up orders that were constantly coming through.

    Sarah F.

    Friday night hangout with a great live band and fun drinks. Lots of outdoor space on 2 patios so you can decide how close to the band to be or if you'd rather converse further away with some mild ambiance We didn't eat, but the burgers walking by looked great. Such a great 90s feel. Warm and friendly. And the pickle shots! Get a pickle shot. They do them right here.

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    David C.

    Monkey Barrel is a neat bar located in the upper Highlands area with beer, cocktails, food, and games! The games consist of pinball, cornhole, and, get this, Nintendo 64! What a blast from the past! My group did not play any games but we definitely will need to play some next time we visit. The beer selection is decent. However, the cocktails leave quite a bit to be desired... I ordered the Blind Melon (Watermelon Margarita, Espolon Silver Tequila), Pearl Jam (Pearl Cherry Vodka, Club Soda, Maraschino Cherry, Lime), and a tequila pineapple. All of them tasted off and not in a good way. The Pearl Jam in particular was unpleasant. Next time, we will stick with beer and games!

    Inside where the band plays
    Tatiana T.

    Being a child of the 90's, how did I not know this place existed? A couple of girlfriends and I went to watch a friend's 90's cover band, BSides, last night. It was such a cool little venue with 90's memorabilia adorning the walls, N64 games, and a spacious patio with lawn games and enough seating for larger parties. The great thing about the patio is that the buildings block the sun in the afternoon so you're not being scorched while you're trying to enjoy happy hour. You order drinks from the bar and then find your seat. I got an Aperol Spritz and a pickle shot. Both tasted like a Friday and exactly what I needed after a long week. The service was quick and efficient. The band went on at 7pm and rocked some deeper cut nostalgic 90's songs until 10pm. They also have events like open mic night and showcase other 90's inspired genres. I'll definitely be keeping an eye out for more shows at The Monkey Barrel.

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    Great spot for a delicious burger. Great beer selection, and n64s at every table is awesome

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    Great local bar. Good beer, good food, and great atmosphere. A must go to spot in Sunnyside

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    My favorite neighborhood watering hole! Maya is a great server and you're guaranteed to have good time.

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    We LOVE Monkey Barrel for their food. One of the best burger and hot wing places to go and their beer selection is nice as well!

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    this place is great. really nice staff with great events like trivia, live music, crawfish boils. great burgers

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