I have always loved the Monkey Bar in Highland Park Village, and have heard about this location being opened for months now so I decided to give it a try on July 4th! Amazing! It is truly such a great location with a beautiful view of the Dallas skyline. The restaurant is gorgeous- very nicely decorated! Didn't get to see much of the inside, but the outside bar area is huge! Tons of seating, lots of room, a bunch of outside TV's to watch the recent FIFA games, and really a great view all around, not just on one side! I didn't catch our servers name but she was incredibly nice and very attentive. At some points, a couple other servers would come to check on us as well and ask if we needed anything! Great experience honestly, and I'm picky!!! Haha! I ordered a few glasses of wine, my boyfriend had their margaritas, and we also ordered some chips and salsa (which was also very good, and I always love when I can tell they put in freshly sliced avocado- none of that old stuff!!!) I did see a review that said they could add a few more umbrellas to the couch areas and I 1000% agree. We moved maybe 10 minutes in to the shaded high top area because we know that Texas sun ain't no joke!! Other than that, great spot. Good food. Good service. I was not disappointed. I WILL BE BACK! read more

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Extremely great service and place to go and grab a drink and maybe a snack . I am from LA and this place has great drinks , phenomenal service from Gene , Yuki and Diego amazing hospitality . I came for the Dallas market . Please stop Buy and grab urself a skinny mambo you deserve it !! read more

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While I was sitting at a table with my friends, minding my own business, an older woman sitting next to me reached behind me, grabbed me by my sides with both hands, and told me to get out of my seat so her friend could sit where I was. Yes, she actually put her hands on me. There was an open stool at the other end of their table that her friend could have used, and I politely pointed that out. Instead of respecting my personal space and the fact that I was also a paying customer at a public bar, she chose to physically grab me and yell at me to move. That is completely unacceptable and incredibly immature. I turned around completely shocked. No customer should ever be touched by another customer over a seat. An employee witnessed the entire interaction and did nothing. I eventually spoke with the manager, and when I went back to the office, the man who was with the woman who grabbed me walked out of the manager's office. Whether they knew each other or not, it certainly gave that impression and made me question whether the situation was being handled fairly. I also pointed out to the manager that he was with the woman who had grabbed me, but nothing was done to address the situation. The bar gave me a free drink, but that wasn't the issue. The issue was that another customer physically grabbed me, and nothing meaningful was done about it. No one should have to worry about being touched by a stranger in a place where they're supposed to feel safe and welcome. I never expected to leave feeling so uncomfortable at a bar I genuinely enjoyed. Unfortunately, because of how this was handled, I don't feel comfortable returning. read more

This place is great!! Yuki is soooo amazing! We had a great time thanks to him! The DJ was playing great music read more

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Location Top of Tru Hotel- just off Stemmons Parking Complimentary valet-large lot Seating Inside, bar, outside hi tops and couches. They may want to have a few umbrellas/fans for the summer heat but there is alot of shade. Note-best rooftop view in Dallas! Service Outstanding. Servers, front and back bar. Menu Full bar, cocktail menu, ask for food menu. Back bar only has frozen margaritas. We had the mini tacos-sooo good. Fresh lettuce, diced tomatoes, ground beef. Summary Our go-to rooftop bar-best view-plenty of space to stretch out-doesn't feel crowded. Great food-outstanding service, potent drinks. See you there! read more

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Just opened! This place is new and popular! Complementary valet parking when you pull in. Lobby staff are friendly and kind. Head up to the 9th floor and you find beautiful decor, floor to ceiling windows, and an immaculate rooftop. The left side of the patio looks like a cruise ship deck with a large fire pit and seating, the center has a covered patio, and the right side has arranged couches and open seating area. We had the Topo Chico and mini tacos. They were delicious, tasted fresh! The service was fantastic. This place has a great vibe. We'll be back for sure! read more

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Yuki gave us the best service ! Super friendly, very helpful, he came to help us when no one else was available and made sure we were taken care of, 10/10 would recommend!!! Ask for Yuki! read more

Awesome people, fast service, and even greater views! Definitely recommend, especially for an intimate yet fun girls night. Drinks are made right!!! You know you're taken care of with Yuki and Gene. Will definitely come back read more

Great rooftop bar with amazing drinks and apps. Service was excellent. i highly recommend this place. Complimentary valet parking too

Monkey bar was cool but they didn't really have food for whatever reason. Drinks were good though.

Well the view is nice especially at night. Went on Saturday night when they had a DJ playing EDMish music. The drinks were watered down tho. And the queso dip was questionable. Kinda disappointed. read more

This is a great atmosphere for a chill vibe. They have open sitting and the drinks are strong and good. The queso has a little kick to it. But don't come here hungry the menu is limited. Also nice views of the city. read more

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Monkey bar impressed me with its stellar views and amazing drinks! Kemberlynn provided me with amazing service and friendly attitude. Definitely looking forward to coming back! read more

Went out for some drinks and chose Monkey bar. Everything was great especially our server Kemberlyn. Had some fun without it being too much. Amazing view !! read more

Very exquisite place, with lots of space, beautiful views, the people there are very, very attentive, excellent service, from the sitting outside to sitting inside it is very elegant, and not too far from the interstate, the food there is more like fingered, food, which is good but more of an atmosphere of sitting back casually having a conversation outside or inside with the night look, you would never think, by looking at the building, which is on top of a hotel, but it will surprise you read more

Great crowd. Hidden Jewel in HP. Open the windows when the weather is right and have a Mombo Taxi read more

Not what you are expecting on top of the TRU Hotel, but it is what you are expecting from Mi Cocina-Monkey Bar! The hotel staff from valet to lobby are very friendly and helpful to start...Much larger space than the Highland Park Monkey with a downtown and sunset view from the Margaret Hunt bridges to downtown to design district and Market Center...its a serious rooftop view that only Stemmons could offer honestly... Its new and very busy, we went on a Saturday, but service was very gracious and attentive considering we were near standing room only with what looked like a private event also going on by the outdoor mambo bar. The menu is a little smaller than HPV but the food is delicious! We had the street tacos and nachos while drinking down the Mambos!! Very modern comfy furniture outside with lots of group pit style seating and a jazzy bar-lounge setting inside. read more

First of all the food is amazing. The nachos were spectacular this is a bar though so dont expect a full menu they only have appetizers. Service was also great ! My server was very attentive and nice she tried her best to bring me everything as fast as she could even though it was kind of packed on a saturday night , the Ambiance was perfect they had the best dj playing the music i loved they also keep their restrooms extremely neat read more

I thought that they would have some of M Crowds better apps. I thought the nachos had velveta on them here! Disappointed with the few food selections. The drinks were good though. This place is really primed for outdoor patio. Winter time was dead here! read more

Came here with two of my girlfriends after leaving another spot due to dress code drama, and let me just say, Monkey Bar understood the assignment. The vibes were vibing from the minute we walked in. The music was on point, the crowd was mostly mid-20s to early 30s, and the overall energy was fun but chill. Not too wild, not too quiet. We started at the bar where I ordered a vodka water with lime, cucumber, and mint (refreshing and light!), and my friend got the piña: I don't know everything that's in it, but they torch the pineapple garnish and sprinkle some kind of seasoning on it that adds a serious wow factor. We were seated soon after ordering drinks and decided to grab some food. Just a heads up: it's mostly small bites/app-style plates. We ordered the mini tacos and nachos. Both were a little on the bland side but still satisfying enough to hold us over. The rooftop is super spacious with plenty of seating and standing areas, making it great for mingling or just kicking back. Overall, this place came through when we needed a vibe reset. Great for a casual night out with friends or a cute pregame spot! read more

Beautiful view. Guacamole was delicious!! We walked here and the walk was great. Service was great. Would go back again!

Great service. Really nice, upscale ambiance. Food and drinks were great. Not a full menu, but still great selection of food options.

Very nice and modern roof top experience and lounge at the new monkey bar. Had a great time with best friends for the 4th of July. The staff and Manager were very friendly and the service was excellent. The food was great as always. I felt I was on vacation. read more

Currently here and experiencing the WORST SERVICE EVER. WORST EXPERIENCE!!!!! when I first arrived I asked for a wine list, I was told extremely rudely that there was none... I then asked for a cocktail menu... I was given one... WITH A WINE LIST INCLUDED! idiot.... I asked for a simple tequila reposado because none of the wines were appealing to me... I tried to order food as the bartender was turning a way, I POLITELY (check the cameras) made a finger gesture to come back and said "and I want to order food" and THE BARTENDER WITH GLASSES said "Do not put your finger up to me" LMAOOOOOO??? Check the cameras. No one was rude or did that. I made a gesture to come back. Politely. I've also worked service industry ... I would never do something so rude. Insane. He needs to heal. He spilled half my shot.... And then the other third was taken by the bus boy before I finished it. (While I was eating) LOLLLL freaking worst experience ever. I will never return and I will warn everyone to never return. I also chit chatted with several patrons and everyone was disgusted with the service. Also bonus **** they talked mess in Spanish (thought I didn't know) Discriminating... . LOL. NEVER AGAIN I WARN EVERYONE DO NOT GO. read more

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I seen multiple servers, walked past me and not offer any service. I walked to the bar from my table and the short small server literally stayed at the door to avoid opening the door for me. I went to the bar to ask for a server and still no one came. I'll never return. The worst service I ever received. read more

Such a great addition to Dallas! Great food, great music and ambience and yummy food and drinks. Highly recommend checking out Monkey Bar! Will definitely be back. read more

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I'm going to make this as short as possible. The view is amazing. The vibe is a 10/10. The drinks were good, but the food was disgusting. My friend and I got the beef nachos, and she compared it to movie theater food. The service was pretty bad. Our waitress wasn't kind but she did her job. Paying threw me off though. When we paid, she said 20% gratuity was mandatory but it wasn't already on the checks. After we paid, she took card reader to hit the 20% tip and made us sign. I have never seen that before. It's not a terrible place but I wouldn't return. read more

This place was great beautiful views and a welcoming atmosphere. The host was super attentive, and John, the owner, even stopped by our table to check in on us. Really appreciated the friendly service! read more

The rooftop bar not only had an amazing view of Dallas but the service was exceptional. Sandor was so welcoming from the very beginning and is a great person to ask for drink recommendations for any occasion. Will be back! read more

One of my favorite spots this summer with a great rooftop view overlooking the skyline. Drinks and appetizers are great and so is the service. John the manager came by to make sure we were taken care of. I recommend coming here. read more

Amazing view with great drinks., and awesome staff. Highly recommend this place. Good Sunday funday spot

Loved it, great atmosphere and Elizabeth provided great service. I will be back for sure :)

Great vibes ! Beautiful views and great staff. GM John was so nice and the server Elizabeth was so sweet !! I will be back for sure and recommend to everyone else read more

Views are amazing . Staff is the best, food drinks were all fast. Would highly recommend going .

Great service, snacks and views of downtown Dallas. The remodel of this rooftop is a big success. We loved it!

Required valet which I did not prefer. The drinks were good , the view made the experience greater. The bar was very busy so services could have been improved read more