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Monkey Bar

New American Restaurant and Steakhouse$$$$

Midtown East, New York

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Monkey Bar

8.8^/10

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Ranked #7 for cocktails in Midtown East
The folks at Eater and The Corcoran Group like this place. Would you agree?
"The Monkey Gland cocktail is a must."(4 Tips)
"old school--a perfect place for fun rendezvous or a business drink."(2 Tips)
"old school--a perfect place for fun rendezvous or a business drink."(2 Tips)
"sweet Southside Fizz."(2 Tips)

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Danyel SmithFebruary 3, 2016
the oysters the popcorn the burger the chicken salad the cocktails the clubby atmosphere lived for all of it + service was great.
Upvoted Oct 20
EaterFebruary 19, 2013
Cocktail maven Julie Reiner revamped the list and the bartenders. As has always been the case, the room is dark, romantic, and old school--a perfect place for fun rendezvous or a business drink.
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7th.ListSeptember 4, 2012
Cocktail maven Julie Reiner revamped the list here. As has always been the case, the room is dark, romantic, and old school--a perfect place for fun rendezvous or a business drink. Read more
Ashley RoseMay 18, 2018
Treat yourself to an evening of old school NYC. Start with cocktails, then oysters and steak tartare... and see where the night takes you!
Paula BuzzoJuly 18, 2023
This place is fabulous. Amazing food and awesome attendance. Try their tenderloin steak tartare. As entrées, vodka rigatoni and layered white lasagna.
Jordan MJune 24, 2017
Pick your poison: gin or vodka (martinis)
The Corcoran GroupMay 4, 2012
A very “Mad Men”-esque watering hole – especially when you get a perfectly made Manhattan, an interesting Monkey Gland or a sweet Southside Fizz.
Tim SheySeptember 7, 2011
A fun, faithful facsimile of gilded age Gotham, from the menu to the murals. Order the most old-school stuff on the menu and enjoy.
Casa DragonesAugust 1, 2013
Join the likes of F. Scott Fitzgerald, Dorothy Parker, and Fred Astaire by visiting this Manhattan institution (Also look for those figures on the Edward Sorel three-paneled mural on the back wall)
Serious EatsApril 2, 2013
The bar menu at this clubby New York institution underwent an overhaul and now features delicious small plates and a great burger.
Michelle C.April 9, 2012
NY Foodie Reco: App: braised pork belly, crispy oyster & Hatch chile kimchee Dinner: Smoked fettucini, w/uni, Hackleback caviar & pickled shallot, Dessert: choc. mousse
M23May 3, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Generally good food and drinks. The restaurant area is much nicer than the bar. Don't be fooled by the bar area and dismiss the food!
ArianeJuly 21
Incredible food, service, and ambiance. Monkey bread is a must.
Esquire UKJanuary 10, 2013
It’s the kind of place someone with a serious reverence for nostalgic style would imagine: in fact, it was reopened in 2009 by Vanity Fair Editor Graydon Carter and his wife Anna.
erik leeSeptember 13, 2013
great atmosphere. food was good, not excellent. ran into Goldie hawn while at dinner. previous dinner Marc Jacobs was there. celebs like the vibe.
DipsologyJuly 31, 2012
Something a little bit spicy and a little bit sweet: Chinatown Daiquiri with aged rum, muddled strawberries, ginger, honey, lime juice and sriracha
Margaret quigleyJanuary 18, 2011
Wow. A slow Monday is worth a visit. Lots of great service. Flexibility w/ menu (I asked for 1/2 portin of a dinner SPECIAL. And they said YES. Lovely food as well
AndrewSeptember 5, 2013
Great place for cocktails, dinner or both. Great place for a business cocktail gathering as well...
Jeff SolomonNovember 2, 2017
Great for a business lunch. I had the halibut and was satisfied.
JoAnne KaoJanuary 15, 2018
Tradition - classic nyc
Autumn MoscaOctober 18, 2014
OMG all I can say is "Bourbon Smash" ! Best Cocktail (a lil to pricey, but soooo good)
Tasting TableJune 20, 2012
Stay for some late-night drinking and enjoy Julie Reiner's wonderful concoctions until 2am: Read more
Natalia QuinteroJune 14, 2012
Gorgeous mid-town spot for lunch or dinner. Come here to feel like you're doing legit business deeds in the 1950s.
Adrienne SMarch 22, 2012
Overpriced but good if you're on a corp Amex. The cote du boeuf was excellent. And the cocktails are solid. Feels kind of like you walked into a Mad Men episode. (2 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Valerie BrownApril 3, 2012
The old fashioned cocktail here is phenomenal, I cannot stop thinking about it. The burger is doused in mayo and did not rock my world
GourmetLiveNovember 4, 2010
The tiered restaurant seems so much like the sophisticated New York of the wicked ’30s that you’ll look around to see if Nick and Nora Charles are at the next table, feeding one another witty lines.
Angela StevensonSeptember 6, 2013
Beijing peach is great! Jasmine tea -infused vodka, white peach puree,lime juice ;)
Hannah DNovember 2, 2011
It may seem pretentious but go in with an open mind and read some Hemingway first. The food is good but some minor details are missing. Atmosphere is why you go.
Jamie DumbillJuly 29, 2017
Went for restaurant week summer 2017. We were underwhelmed by the food, the highlight was the tiramisu desert. Service was lackluster we seemed an inconvenience to our waiter. Wouldn't rush back
Rebecca WDecember 18, 2015
Great space for nice party! Fantastic food.
AmateurConciergeOctober 6, 2017
After work drinks spot. Swanky. Nice New York vibe
Emily OwayniMarch 11, 2020
Good drinks, crowded on weekdays
Kimberley OwensDecember 30, 2018
Fab place, fab atmosphere and fab food ♥️
Andrew KonomanyiJuly 26, 2016
Andrew Konomanyi is a successful businessman who owns various ventures all around the world.
The Corcoran GroupMay 21, 2010
Great Midtown business lunch spot. Try the bacon lobster roll.
Amber SchiffFebruary 12, 2016
The monkey gland and the dessert were very good.
Jeanne HouwelingJuly 2, 2013
Order the no problemo cocktail. Don't worry if its not on the menu
Adrienne SJuly 10, 2012
Great, old school New York. Go for the Monkey Gland - I mean, why not?
Jawahar HingoraniApril 7, 2017
Drinks, bread, everything!
Brian Chapman2 weeks ago
Atmosphere is outstanding.
Paul L.July 25, 2016
Very nice Restaurant Week menu for Summer 2016
Anita MathewJuly 7, 2015
Best old fashioned in this area
Anne Mai BertelsenMarch 16, 2012
Amazing mixologist even if the crowd's a bit stodgy
Harish HoonJanuary 29, 2015
All business - enjoyed the scotch though.
Bergdorf GoodmanOctober 3, 2011
It's a BG New York City Secret! Victoria Beckham loves this uber chic and classic bar. Read more
Gregory KellyDecember 4, 2014
Only spot I've ever found meatloaf sliders. Boom.
rebecca liebNovember 4, 2011
the decor is just fantastic. it's a pleasure just being here.
Vanessa RuedaFebruary 25, 2013
The Monkey Gland cocktail is a must.
🍕Lisa R Henderson 🍕June 4, 2018
Cocktails and people watching
David PilgrimJuly 10, 2013
Try the Moscow Mule...yum!

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