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    The Green Monkey

    4.9 (45 reviews)

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    Jill M.

    Even through the COVID19 pandemic the Green Monkey continues to be a neighborhood favorite. Hell yeah I have BINGO continues on Tuesday nights via zoom. Thanks Rusty for your great sense of humor, welcoming attitude and honesty about what this pandemic means to the Monkey Tribe and fans. Curbside pickup, delivery, and shipping is available for beer, ice cream (highly recommend!) and unique gifts. Can't wait to see the renovations once we are allowed back into Raleigh's Best Neighborhood Bar!

    Liz O.

    Update: I have returned twice and both times I was welcomed warmly and attended to. I feel the owners take pride and ownership of their business and I'm impressed. Thanks Green Monkey! **************** This little LGBTQ+ space is pretty cute. There is a beer and wine list that anyone can find something they like on. If the list doesnt do it for you, there are several refrigerated rows with all types of beer to choose from. The gift shop focuses on trickets with witty, sarcastic, and LGBTQ themed quotes. Keychains, socks, coasters, necklaces...etc. they have a couple individual designers with jewelry and such for sale as well. The main draw for this local bar are interactive nights: karaoke, improv comedy, trivia, wine tastings, etc.. They also host a lot of meetup events for LGBT groups and other groups. No DJ or music, but friendly vibe. My lack of stars is honestly due to the fact that I always feel under served when I go (I have been there 3 times now). The first time I was virtually ignored waiting in line for a beer. I'm not sure why they treat some people (I am assuming regulars) with super friendly service and go out if their way to break down an introduction to the bar and options for some people and I always feel like I'm grasping for basic inclusion. I am not a loud person but I'm an extrovert and am comfortable in new spaces and by myself. Would like to see them treat customers equally and not just the ones that catch their attention.

    Victoria M.

    I'm from California and came for a conference, I was trying to find a Raleigh souvenir shop and found this place with great reviews. I got some souvenir stickers and shot glasses. Bought myself a strawberry fruit ale and I'm not a beer person but this ale is very sweet and the strawberry flavor was not a disappointment. I might try to come back before my flight and try another beer. Friendly environment.

    Nicole R.

    What a great place!! Super chill hangout with lots of yummy adult drink options. They have an amazing collection of gift items. Like super cute gifting idea items. Staff was so sweet and welcoming. Can't wait to go back!

    Americo G.

    Local watering hole at it's best. Welcoming as can be. Great beer and wine. Lively events all week long. The tap list changes all the time, so new beers are always available. Good selection of cans and bottles as well. No mass market beer here. All quality craft, with a deep selection of local North Carolina brewers. This is my local beer stop whenever I'm in town.

    Kristin A.

    Stopped by this great shop the other day as an employee was setting up the outside display. She did not hesitate to stop and share everything I needed to know about the place. It's a gift shop/wine & beer store/feel-good hang out spot all-in-one. It's random, yet well thought out and organized. This may hard to imagine but even empty, early in the morning, it felt fun. You can find t-shirts, trinkets, great gifts like bath salts, local finds and awesome craft beer and wine. I knew I'd be back but it was confirmed when I learned about the weekly wine and beer specials. Even got a chance to wave at Rusty the owner - who while on a call did it with a smile. This is one of those places that makes you want to Shop Small all the time. Can't wait to go back, buy stuff and hang out.

    Repeat customers get a "Monkey Fan" pin.

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    2 years ago

    Went for the first time last night for a Pride event. The owners are fantastic and it was a wonderfully inclusive place. Highly recommend.

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    The food was great, prices reasonable, and service was exceptional. We really enjoyed this establishment.

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    Stopped in here on a whim and was glad I did - what a delightful gift store with lots of surprises and nice goods/craft beer. We'll be back.

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