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    Bad Monkey

    3.9 (106 reviews)
    ModeratePubs, Sports Bars
    Closed 12:00 pm - 3:00 am (Next day)

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    BAD MONKEY ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials

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    Kerry B.

    Bad Monkey is the best place to watch football in Ybor city. They get up to 4 or 5 NFL games. The service is extra good. They have regulars so they are definitely doing something right. I have passes Bad Monkey on the strip in Ybor every time I have been in Ybor. I finally stopped because I was having trouble finding a place to watch football. Bad Monke to the rescue. They keep a bay window open when it is warm which is almost always. Lots of screens to watch sports. They have plenty of craft beer, spirits, wine and specialty drinks. And the food here is decent. They have frito pie which is my absolute favorite bar food option. Finally, when I started looking around, the decor reminded me of a gentleman's club which made me wonder what goes on here at night. Note to self, visit late night. Challenge accepted.

    Charlotte P.

    Stopped in for a drink while in Ybor City. Who can't be intrigued by a place called the Bad Monkey! The vibe was lively and we were lucky! 2 seats at the bar. The staff was busy and so attentive. Fun conversations around the bar enhanced the vibe!

    Schárvín W.

    Big fan of the energy in here. Fun crowd, fun bartenders, great drink prices. Touchtunes Jukebox that everyone was singing to. Nice, small outdoor patio. Good stuff

    Erin the bartender
    Emilyrose F.

    If you want the best service in ybor you will go to Erin at bad monkey on the weekends. She is always great about getting drinks fast and made amazing. Also make sure to get their mozzarella sticks. If you are looking for a sports bar with locals , good music and chill vibes. This is the place

    Every drink they made was horrible, so bad they didn't get drank

    positives, the wing weren't bad. negative, semi rude staff, burnt chicken sliders, 4 drinks returned because they were undrinkable. second time here and same problem with bad drinks as the first time. won't be back!!!

    Chili dog
    Shana C.

    Great bar in Ybor! Big garage doors at the entrance for great people watching! The bartenders were very friendly and gave us some great tips for things to do while we were in town! We needed a snack so we tried the chili dog and omgosh!! Delicious!! A beef hot dog topped with the best housemade chili!

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    Christopher S.

    Bad Monkey is a great spot to jam out to your favorite tunes via their boombox type thing. You can pay a little mula to have your choice of song play next which is nice. Service is spectacular and the bartenders are very friendly. Affordable drink prices in the heart of Ybor City. It was poppin on a Saturday night around 10pm. Great people and better vibes!

    Military themed
    Karen K.

    Great Military themed Sports Bar. Staff is fast and friendly. We visited on a Sunday and were able to watch several NFL games. Fun interaction with other patrons, laughing and sharing stories. This dog friendly location is a must see! A good time was had by all.

    Uncommon valor wall!
    JaneAnne F.

    Good dive bar and bartender!!! We strolled in and ordered mixed drinks and some beers. We played shuffle board and darts. There is also a pool table upstairs! Also we loved the uncommon valor and valor wall!!! The military memorabilia was great!!!

    Christine N.

    Bad Monkey is one of my favorite Ybor bars! There is always a good vibe and the outdoor patio is fun! The drink prices are decent and they can make a mean cocktail! I have so much fun when I come to Bad Monkey!

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    Great management horrible service. If your not a guy don't expect to be served even if you have money. Rude bartender never will be back.

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    Lots of fun games! Darts, giant jenna, shuffle board, pool & golden T. Bartenders were awesome!

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    A decent enough bar located in the heart of Ybor. The vibe is very odd though, with clashing themes and decor.

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