Monkey's Tail — Restaurant in Houston

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome Monkey's Tail to the 'Nawfside' Houston. As parts of Houston slowly being gentrified, the demand for craft cocktail chill spot are there and Monkey's Tail supplied to that demand. Monkey's Tail has been only opened for about 4 weeks (at the time of this review) and it's already getting regulars of all ages and races in this predominately Mexican neighborhood.

The entrance may look inconspicuous but the interior definitely will give you a different vibe. Inside certainly reminds me of both Johnny's Gold Brick and The Flat, the clean dive-y look of a bar and lounge combined with slightly dimmed lighting for an more intimate feel. There's a pool table along with cigarette dispenser for those who need a smoke out on the patio. The bar is well stocked with even more spirits hidden behind the front row of bottles.

Monkey's Tail have frozen cocktail, draft cocktail, original concoction they came up with, beer, wine, and of course non-alcoholic drinks too. Now the food menu looks promising because my friends and I ate beforehand but we did get the chips and queso and the queso is definitely delicious. They also do break-even bottle, meaning Monkey's Tail will pretty much sell the bottle at cost so you can try a pour of rare spirit they are doing without paying a premium for the pour.

The service there is top notch as Leslie took care of me and my friends well. Especially when I ordered No... Pos Ta Cabron, an usually pre-made cocktail that's served in the pouch (as seen in many pictures on here) but they were out, so Leslie personally made one for me. Obviously the fresh one tasted good, and I hope if I come back and get one pre-made, it will just be as good. The other drink I got is 3 Milks, their version of boozy 'tres leches' cake. It's also served in a mini glass milk bottle and it's like a drinking boozy dessert. A friend of mine got the How Do You Like Them Apples? - one of the draft cocktail, and the nitro in it really helps to bring out the apple spiced cider flavor.

The music isn't loud and great mix of Spanish and English songs, I didn't get a chance to play the pool table there but given how new the place is, I think the table should still be in good shape. I am definitely coming back to Monkey's Tail whenever I come see my friends who live...

Monkey's Tail Bar: A Funky and Modern Bar in Houston

Monkey's Tail Bar is a funky and modern bar located in Houston, Texas. It's a great place to go for a drink with friends or to catch a live music show.

The bar has a cool, industrial vibe with exposed brick walls and metal beams. The bar is also decorated with a variety of monkey-themed artwork, which gives it a fun and playful atmosphere.

The drink menu at Monkey's Tail Bar is extensive, with a wide variety of cocktails, beers, and wines. They also have a great selection of snacks and bar food.

The live music at Monkey's Tail Bar is always top-notch. They host a variety of local and national bands, and they always put on a great show.

Here are some other things I like about Monkey's Tail Bar:

The staff is friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is fun and inviting. The music is always great. The food is delicious. Overall, I would highly recommend Monkey's Tail Bar to anyone looking for a great bar in Houston. It's a fun and funky place with great drinks, music, and food.

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars

Here are some tips for visiting Monkey's Tail Bar:

Come early if you want to catch a live music show. The bar can get crowded, especially on weekends. Order the Monkey's Tail cocktail. It's the bar's signature drink, and it's delicious. Try the nachos. They're the perfect bar food. Leave your inhibitions at the door. Monkey's Tail Bar is a place to let loose...

This place is definitely a vibe. It’s in the Northline area which has changed so much over the years.

This bar has tons of outdoor patio space and parking. I got there right before they opened so I was able to get a parking spot in the free lot. One of my friends parked on the side street. Because Houston has had consecutive 100 degree days, my friends and I did not sit on the patio, but we did comment that once it cools off, we’d come back to utilize the large patio space.

Monkey’s Tail has a variety of great drinks for happy hour and the food selection for happy hour is pretty expansive. The happy hour food is perfect for sharing. My friends and I started the evening with shots and then we ordered cocktails. All of the cocktails were mixed very well and did not skimp on the alcohol. There wasn’t one drink I tasted that wasn’t good. My friends said the same.

To order food or drinks, you do have to go to the bar. The bartenders are knowledgeable and friendly.

The music in this place was the best. If you like Houston rap music and R&B, you’ll like the selection here. My friends and I were vibing to songs we hadn’t heard in years. One word of caution, if your bring children here, the music is not the clean version. Not sure if it’s normally the case, but there were lots of younger children in the establishment when we were there.

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