The ambience food and service was very good. Jessica the server was on top of everything and very help ful.

Quick pre holiday party drinks with coworkers while we waited for our event to start at the convention center next door. The bar was busy with hotel guests and our coworkers. The space was very open with ample seating inside and out. The staff was very friendly and our drinks were made super quick. My husband ordered an old fashion and I ordered the passion by. Both drinks were good, a little pricy but typical hotel pricing. We had a good time catching up with friends before making our way to our event. read more

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My friend and had been planning to meet at a Mission Valley wine bar on a Friday evening, but found that it wasn't open. So, we looked to find something nearby and found Monkeybar. I had sort of been to Monkeybar several years back when I used Resort Pass to spend a day lounging by the pool. At that time, I had walked up to the bar several times for mimosas, but mainly spent time at the pool rather than in the bar. This time, it was a chilly January evening and we walked in to find that there was a convention at the hotel, so it was pretty packed. The decor was modern, but the bar itself was really just a hotel lobby bar. I was hoping it would have a bit more character. There was a DJ playing, which was cool, but it also was pretty loud making it difficult to catch up with my friend. We struggled as the indoor area was loud and the outdoor area was really cold. The couple of outdoor tables that had fire pits were already taken by convention-goers. Finally, we chose to sit on the outside area of the bar, which was still chilly, but was quiet enough so that we could chat. Anyway, I was a bit hungry, and had been hoping for a salad, but there were none on the menu. We chose to share the edamame hummus. They did have some decent sounding cocktails on the menu, but we were in the mood for wine. We both chose glasses of Malbec. The Malbec was decent, so I had a second glass. Our bartender was friendly, but out hummus was forgotten. After I asked, he expedited our order. I enjoyed the hummus and the variety of veggies. As it got colder, we moved inside when the DJ ended. Parking is free with validation, however mine did not get validated correctly by the bartender. I explained to the parking attendant and he let me go. All in all, it was a decent place to talk with a friend over a glass of wine. I think it would be a nice bar if I were staying in the hotel, but not special enough to make the trip. I do think the atmosphere might be much more lovely on a summer weekend, as sitting outside by the pool would be very nice. read more

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Pretty amazing set up there. Was invited because the area is dog friendly and has plenty of Ty of seating & fire pits. Happy hour is definitely worth it. Service & food was perfect. Not sure if they always have a DJ there but we had one the night we were there. Will definitely be back (and they validate your parking if you've ordered food & drink! That's a win-win anytime. read more

Monkeybar - Indoor bar area - Cocktail Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

Monkeybar is a casual, fun eatery serving cocktails, wine, craft beers and wood-fired pizzas. AMBIANCE Trendy interior-exterior bar with exterior seating by fire pits SERVICE Staff are friendly, helpful, and attentive with regular checkups. FOOD 5/5 Longanisa Pizza (Chef's Monthly Special) Love the Asian flavors here - it's Sweet and Savory Sausage (longanisa) Topped with Atchara (unripe papaya pickle) and fresh and fragrant Micro Cilantro (reminds me of rau mầm) PARKING Garage tickets are validated read more

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Great beer selection and loved the cozy fire pits to warm up next to while mingling. This place was awesome on a Saturday evening when I went with friends. Great service and fun vibe read more

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Visited the monkey bar last week and it was so good I went back again in the same week! It's located inside the Town and Country Resort Hotel and the decor is super cute. Their fungi pizza is AMAZING and this is what I usually get but this last time I went for an appetizer smorgasbord and got the jerk wings with the curry sauce (you MUST try this curry sauce) the cauliflower, the brussel sprouts and a side of regular fries. Tip: try the curry dip that comes with the wings with the fries and the cauliflower- you're welcome. Also the Dan Draper and Stardust are amazing cocktails. read more

Great time at the Monkey Bar happy hour. We had amazing service by our bartendar/ server Kelly. We had an impromptu celebration with friends for my birthday and it was perfect! A hidden fun place with good pizza and apps for happy hour . read more

We were planning to go to the place next door for cocktails, but told they had a prefixed menu that day. Since we just had brunch we didn't want more food. As we were walking away we saw this spot and decided to give it a try since we only wanted drinks. Much friendlier staff with a chic and cozy atmosphere. Now for my soap box; apologies in advance. Lately I've noticed customer service is a lost art. The maître day at the other place didn't bother mentioning this place even though we told her we just wanted drinks. She instead acted like their brunch was too pricey when in fact where we came from was much more. Hence, this spot was a breath of fresh air given the bartender smiled and intellectually spoke to us as to how we like our cocktails. read more

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Monkeybar at Town and Country is such a fun spot with a nice retro feel throughout the space. It's the resort's hotel lobby bar with mid-century decor that feels both nostalgic and fresh, and the making it easy to settle in and hang out for a while. The drinks are pretty creative too, especially during the Christmas season. The staff is friendly, which makes the experience even better. We recommend coming when they're playing live music or DJ sets on select nights, and enjoy the sunset into the night at one of their outdoor fire pits. read more

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Drinks were fine. This review is based solely on Mike, who was working the bar that night. My friend simply asked, out of the mocktail options, which he would recommend, and he was incredibly rude. He said he didn't know and that he didn't know what she liked. The interaction was awkward and unprofessional. I also work in the same industry and understand that guests can sometimes cross a line, but I can confidently say my friend's question was not a nuisance at all nor were our drinks complicated to make. I did notice that he was noticeably friendlier and more engaged with other guests, which honestly made the interaction even more frustrating haha. From what I observed, the bar was not busy, though I'll give him the benefit of the doubt that there may have been behind-the-scenes factors I couldn't see. Regardless, my friend's question should not have prompted that kind of response. Hope Mike is having a better day today! read more

The pizza is amazing! And that's still an understatement, definitely recommend it! The Margherita pizza is delicious, my son enjoyed their pepperoni pizza. A must try! read more

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Park in the site garage, they'll validate your ticket. Just order a pizza at the bar and take a seat anywhere in this comfy, spacious but cozy space. Service was amicable and thoughtful, and the funghi pie was delish. So-Cal chill vibes, lovely dinner, would go back. read more

This is probably one of my favorite places for happy hour. Convenient parking, ok deals on the food and nice patio area out back for hotel guests and locals to sit and enjoy a beverage and something off the menu. The service is always with a smile, it can take a little bit when it's busy but that's to be expected. read more

Town and Country holds such a special place in my heart, so when my friend suggested going to Monkey Bar, I was really excited. Town and Country has definitely had a huge upgrade and Monkey Bar is definitely one of them. Outside bar that overlooks the pool area which makes for easy relaxation. There was a DJ but because this is a resort so close to the room music did stop pretty early. I ended up order prosecco for the birthday girl and our other friend ordered pizza for our group. Ordering food stops at 10:30 pm so if they're late make sure to order in time. Overall really friendly fun vibes and would come back. You can park at the mall and walk in through the back or park at their lot and have your parking validated. read more

RESORT BAR (3 stars) Monkey see... should Monkey do? - FOOD/DRINKS: ok - SERVICE: meh - PRICE: Resort prices - VIBES: people vacationing If you aren't staying in the area then expect to park in the parking garage and pay ~$5+ for ~1hr+. Open concept with live music, star gazing... and old drunk business men. Annoying old business men who are a bit off. This bar is tucked inside but outside of Town and Country Resort neighboring Arlo. Outdoor space was nice - first come first served, open seating for visitors. It's a bit loud with echoing conversation and music (I'd hate to live in the surrounding condos and apartments) :: SERVICE :: You have to wave them down. They aren't good at tracking people and tables. Kind of weird, even on less busy days. :: SIPPIES & BITES :: DRUNKEN MONKEY ($18) - Kettle One Orange Vodka, Orange Liquor, Coconut Run, Grenadine, Pineapple Juice, Lemon Juice, Edible Flower. Drink was nice and tropical! I was hoping to see something with banana flavor on the menu (hence it is the Monkey Bar) but saw several drinks with orange liquor, orange bitters, and in general the word "orange" kept standing out. Went with this drink because it was safe and looked like their signatures/main drink from their short cocktail list. Due to the lack of service I started to get hungry and ate my pineapple garnish. RECOMMEND SIDE OF FRIES (~$6) - wasn't there to eat but needed something to munch on while drinking. I liked the fries! They were seasoned, crispy, and perfect for something light. RECOMMEND Probs won't be back. Rather go to the other two restaurants what share the same outdoor space if I want to enjoy this space again. Monkey see... Monkey don't! Until the next review... read more

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Total confusion. Party of six of us and the seating was all over the place. Maybe I will try another time when the place isn't so crowded.

Jerk Chicken Wings-too much Asian BBQ no jerk flavor. Maybe put the BBQ sauce on the side. Disappointed by the description. They were good, but not what I wanted. read more

We came here for drinks and small bites after attending a film festival. On Yelp, the hours of operation says open until midnight. We got here around 9:30pm and found out that the kitchen had closed and the only food available were some prepackaged egg salad sandwiches and salads. It's a bit misleading if you want food and drinks because none of the food items on the menu were available. I ended up just getting a cocktail only. I don't remember what I got because it was something recommended by our server and not on the cocktails list. It was really strong and tasted like straight up vodka (not lemony as I had expected). The bar is situated inside the Town & Country Resort and is connected to a beautifully lit outdoor patio. There are seats at the bar and the lounge area. We opted for the fireplace to keep us nice and toasty. read more

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An amazing place with perfect vibes, they have the best bartender I've ever met, ask for Cody, he'll serve the drinks and all your answers! Take a seat at the bar, because it will be the best part of your stay. read more

Attended a retirement party at the beautiful outdoor patio at the Monkey Bar inside the Town and Country Hotel! The view of the hotel and pool was open and inviting. I enjoyed the food and service wait staff was attentive. There is plenty of seating and table space for food. I would recommend this location as a great place for a party! Parking is $5 per hour. read more

Though it may be convenient to come here because of the location, I love that I can also get the best service and everyone treats you like family. Kelly, Cody, Mike, Hayley- thank you for always providing great hospitality! read more

Enjoyed drinks several times here while staying at the town and country. They have great indoor and outdoor seating. Service was good, on our last night they were a bit understaffed but it's a nice place to have a drink read more

Amazing bar and service. Pretzel bites and pizza flatbread were incredible The ambiance for being a hotel bar is awesome too read more

Great time! My wife and I stopped by here for happy hour to check out the new renovations - wow! She had a couple of sparkling wines and I had a couple pilsners. We order from the decent selection of happy hour items. We had two pizzas - One Fungai and one Chorizo. Decent enough size to request a to go box. Atmosphere was amazing. Live music was being performed by Christian Jules Taylor who if you haven't heard - is a must. Stop by if in the mission valley area, you won't be disappointed! read more

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Called ahead to verify happy hour on Sunday. Confirmed happy hour and went to restaurants and found out some Tiki event was going on. Was handed happy hour menu and ordered. Charged full price even after I addressed it to bartender. Then asked to validate parking as they normally do for restaurant patron only to be told they had an event and told I had to pay $18 for an hour of parking. This is complete fraud and I will never return to this place again. Nothing on there website told me about this and handing out happy hour menus shows complete lack of management engagement. Holes looks like a 70's motor lodge on the outside that did a cheap remodel on the inside. Stay away from this place that charges Vegas hotel prices and delivers cardboard crusted pizza. No attempt to make right. San Diego known for its amazing beer and they have sad selection like someone who doesn't have there pulse on what San Diego is all about. Should relocate to east county. read more

This is the hotel lobby bar Inside the Town & Country Resort. We stopped by while waiting for our table at Arlo which is right Nextdoor. I loved the fact it has indoor/outdoor seating. They have a full bar and you can order food their as well. I had an old fashioned and it was quite tasty. If at the hotel or waiting for Arlo, great place to grab a drink. read more

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I came by to have lunch at Arlo and they were closed. Best thing ever. I ended up at the Monkeybar with Hailie. She's amazing. Sweet. Fun. Attentive. I was having a bummer of a day and she was amazing company. Please let her know she is a gem. read more

"A 60's Palm Springs vibe" That's how one of my drinking companions described this place, and I would agree. I think Don Draper would have felt at home here, and there is even a cocktail named for him. If you want to relax with friends and feel like you are on vacation, check out Monkey Bar for yourself. I made it just under the wire for happy hour, and Tyler hooked me up with a Drunken Monkey. It's half price from 4 to 6 pm, Mondays through Fridays, and a pretty good deal at that. It's more of a refreshing sipper than a toxic tiki drink, so feel free to get more than one. I was here on a Thursday night, and the music combo was pretty good. I enjoyed my drink, and I got a Stone Delicious IPA afterward because it was National IPA Day. Tyler and the other bartender who served me were great. All in all, Monkey Bar is a place with chill vibes and a mellow atmosphere. I can't comment on the food, though, because it doesn't look like there is anything vegan on the menu. Not one thing. ARLO (the restaurant next door) has a vegan entree, so maybe they would let you order that? Personally, I'm glad I ate before I came. Maybe next time I'll visit at night and hang by the fire pit. I'm glad Monkey Bar is in San Diego instead of Palm Springs. Tip: you have to get your parking ticket validated at ARLO, and it's good for three hours. read more

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The Monkey Bar has a great combination of indoor and outdoor seating, and since it's San Diego the outdoor seating is nice and has a view of the pool. The drinks are good but slightly overpriced, but you are definitely paying for the atmosphere. It feels like you're on vacation! read more

Thank you Hailee/Haylee (so sorry for spelling your name incorrectly. For being so kind and going above and beyond making my time feel welcoming. read more

Amazing food! Amazing bartender! Wonderful drinks and beautiful and relaxed inviorment! I love this place!

-I should have read the reviews before I came here- The drinks were mediocre at best, the bar is in the hotel lounge and occupied mainly by hotel guests - nothing like the opening day photos. The ambiance was giving modern retirement community. The staff were great. read more

Monkeybar - Twist & shout and some type of tequila cocktail from the menu (unremarkable) - Cocktail Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

Located on the perimeter of the hotel pool, it's a very open air bar where you can sit on the outside on one side of the bar and in the lobby on the other side.. It's such a large lobby building though that you don't feel like you're sitting in one. The remodel on this property was done very well! Super retro with modern touches. The drinks were a little pricey but made very well. We sat at a seating area that had very comfortable chairs with umbrellas and low coffee tables. Overall, an enjoyable experience. I'd probably only go back for happy hour food and drinks. read more

If I could give it a 10-star rating I would. I was here for a busy conference - there were massive numbers of people at this beautiful resort! And when you work in the service industry, that can pose many challenges... but I will say, with confidence, the customer service of the crew at The Monkey Bar was bar none exemplary and exceptional! We had such a blast! Cody and Mike handled the bar crowd & ALWAYS with beautiful smiles and happy greetings! Never saw them break a sweat, or even slow down. They have a wonderful atmosphere, fire tables, a fire place, and epic "lounging with friends" vibes. Ask Cody to make you a drink we concocted - it's called the "Wedding Reception" (Cody, it was Amaretto, Orgeat, pomegranate, lemon, and champs)!! So much fun !! Go stay at Town & Country Resort and say hi to the wonderful crew at Monkey Bar!! They work hard to make your vacation memorable Excellent work dudes. And Mark - the manager... thank you for the hospitality!! It was "hole-in-one"!! read more

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This is my favorite place to get a post work drink or relax with friends! All of the bartenders and staff are so nice and helpful. Would recommend this bar to anyone looking to kick back with friends and share a few cold ones! read more

Bartenders Cody and David were exceptionally nice and responsive. I would definitely go back and would recommend Monkey Bar for locals as wells as tourist. read more

This place is soooo cute, just loved it! It's a bar inside of a hotel, such cool vibes. They also have live music sometimes!

Great service and very nice drinks! Fun ambiance next to the pool, but still inside. Highly recommend.

Recently went to Monkey Bar a few times during Tiki Oasis. We take over the entire hotel so Monkey Bar is swinging. Very busy the entire 5 days we were there and they were pretty on it. They have great food and yes they are resort prices but have great deals during happy hour. This was my go to booze spot while I was at Tiki O. read more