Great energy anytime I walk in here. Tonight the gorilla was my reason for staying! The live music was great in both English and Spanish and staff were great. Johnathan went out of his way to make sure I was comfortable! I felt like I had a personal DJ James! And the DJ was fabulous! Truly everyone here is kind and seems to be having fun! read more

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So fun! They were so nice. They asked us what we wanted to listen to and played a few songs for us. We didn't eat not sure if they offer food. Our margarita was delicious and so refreshing. See my pics read more

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ABSOLUTELY TERRIBLE FOOD!!! Came here last night and had THE Most dry brownie I have ever tried and the wings?... wouldn't be surprised if it came frozen on top of being overly salty as well nothing good to say about the food I ordered service was annoying the waiter kept asking me if I wanted a drink or to order something extra after declining multiple times Also pricing is misleading they add a 100pesos on top of the tab so of course foods gonna look cheap on their menu with writing on the receipt begging for a tip Ambiance was alright basic nothing worth the time though My advice to travelers is stay out the hotel zone for food to avoid wasting money with trash food and annoying service support the real locals near Mercado 28,23 and plaza las americas even near playa El Niño street food was extremely better and more cheaper way more convenient and nicer people was honestly surprised how bad food could get never ever in my life have I tried such depressing food until I came here NO I AM NOT HATING OR LYING Just hoping my review saves someone's night because mine was definitely ruined by coming here. read more

We had a blast here! It's a bit of an older crowd than senor frogs as the band plays mostly 80s and 90s music making people in their forties and fifties feel right at home. Solid cocktail menu with drinks costing around $10. Really enjoyed the live band and party atmosphere! We did participate in the Congo line with tequila shots! Lots of fun!!! read more

Great service and they make you feel like you are family. First time here and they welcomed. read more

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We went here to try desert and they knocked it out of the park, returned every night for dessert!!!! Service was outstanding also:). read more

Monkey Business - We stopped for dessert. It was OUTSTANDING, along with our waiter Benji. - Bars Near Me - Cancún, ROO

Monkey Business in Cancun was a bit of a mixed bag. The food was pretty good, actually a step up from what you might expect at a Chili's. The service, on the other hand, had a little "monkey business" of its own, a busboy managed to spill food all over one of our guests and never offered any sort of compensation. I suppose these things happen, but it did take away from the experience. That said, I would still give it another shot. It is a solid, middle-of-the-road option if you are looking for casual dining. The restroom did have some water bugs, but to be fair, that is probably not unusual in the area. All in all, I would call it "just okay," but with potential if they tighten up the service. read more

Great place for an evening out. They have good drinks and good hookah. The music is great and atmosphere is good.

TLDR : Great music and nice drinks!! Monkey business was a fun place to end our night with. We did not want to go clubbing so skipped the clubs and went around the hotel zone trying out different low key places. Monkey business was amazing with live music band and we ended up on a night they offer karaoke which turned out to be a lot of fun given their unique style of fun with a guy dressed up as a monkey. Their drinks are good and the service staff was pleasant. read more

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This place was so much fun!! Stopped here on our first night in Cancun. If you don't want to pay a cover fee to go into the clubs, this bar is a great place to go. They had live music and interactive activities such as the conga line and karaoke if you're bold enough to go up :) Service was great too, making sure we were being taken care of. read more

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This is just outside Krystal hotel what a wonderful experience fantastic seen and lots of laughter as you listen to karaoke. Surprisingly, we were lucky enough to have several beautiful songs in this crazy monkey that comes around and he has a special surprise for you that I let you discover yourself, I must place a muscular place The food and service is excellent tasty and well seasoned. Are you gonna do with this local cuisine? read more

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Late night in Cancun and after walking the entire strip and bar hoping we ended up coming to this place because they had life music. No cover for entry was a plus and everyone was really nice. Temperature was taken and sanitizer for shoes and hands before we entered. Our server showed us to a table and we ordered the chips and salsa with chicken and steak and lime margaritas. Reasonable prices. The chips were handmade and Salsa were fantastic. The meat was tender and everything was hot. Lots of guacamole behind the cream cheese. Fresh ingredients. Everything tasted delicious. The margarita arrived and I wasn't impressed by the glass or presentation but OMG the flavor was 100/100 really good quality tequila, something that I need to add is that I noticed the straw was made of corn, and that was innovative, any effort to recycle and contribute to the save planet is appreciated. There was a very talented band playing rock, the audience got captivated by them. The female singer had a fantastic strong voice. A few other cover songs were played by a male singer he was also very talented, they both complemented each other other while they played a few covers and some requests from the audience. It's was a powerful, smooth, melodious performance. We had fun listening to some old classic rock. My friends wanted to try hookah (first timers) and our server came with a box and explained them everything about it and all the flavors they went for watermelon. Service was awesome, attentive and friendly and the server was always checking on us. We had another round of drinks and really enjoyed our night out there. If you ever in downtown Cancun this is a great spot. Thank me later!!! :) read more

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I want to give this place 5 stars but it's hard when the ambiance DJ is a bit rude. Came here Monday and had an amazing time so we decided to come the next day. However the Ambience DJ was too rude. Signed up for karaoke but because it was a Spanish song he would keep Skipping me. I usually don't mind but when you're in Mexico, you would think they want something regional once in a while. The food was yummy and the drinks were good as well. Just a bit disappointed with the situation.., it wasn't only me, I also witnessed falling guest names in Spanish that maybe they didn't understand but I did and it was just uncalled for. read more

Monkey Business restaurant and bar is a fun place in downtown Cancun on Kukulcan Boulevard. Somewhat touristy, but it is certainly fun for visitors and locals alike. The location is great and the view from the patio highlights much of the downtown Cancun action. Monkey Business has free WiFi, serves pretty good food, and they have karaoke. I indulged in the karaoke and had a great time. Regarding the beer, you can get a 32 ounce Modelo for $7 bucks, which is not a bad deal at all. Regarding the service, the staff has always done a great job for us. They are prompt, efficient, and very friendly. If you decide you want to join in on the karaoke, there are playlists floating around. If you can't find a playlist, just ask your server. In addition, if your cannot find your "go to" song like Carless Whisper (Joe G.), just ask the server who will inquire with the DJ. Chicken Fried by Zac Brown wasn't on the playlist, but the DJ was able to hook it up. Overall, Monkey Business is a great spot to chill, have a snack, have some drinks, sing a song, and then head off to the next spot. read more

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Visiting Cancun ..... late night intervention We stopped in for a quick bite and were greeted by a really cool staff Everyone was helpful and engaging Really a good vibe Drinks were really good... not watered down We ordered and the food came out quick Several staff members stopped to check and see if we were good There was a band setting up and we heard a little bit... all and all it was a nice experience #CJO2022 read more

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This is the quietest place in the hotel zone Cancun. They have great live bands that play a few hours a night. The food, drinks and dessert are all great. I am letting everyone know that you have to be here before 9pm as Cancun is on a curfew and all places close early by 11pm. read more

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We just arrived in Cancun and was looking for something light to eat after not eating since breakfast at the airport. Something "light" in Mexico sounds weird, I know. We found this place right next to our hotel and I ordered grilled chicken & vegetables and it was delicious. Very tender, marinated in a very chimichanga sauce. It was exactly what I was looking for. read more

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Super good! The shrimp, chicken & steak was so gooooood must try!!! 10/10 Also there is live music where you can enjoy your food and a show! read more

Monkey Business - This was super good! The flavor was just right the steak was so tender a nice gentleman that works at coco Bongo recommended - Bars Near Me - Cancún, ROO

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Great outdoor venue in the Cancun Hotel Zone. We just got beers, and they were cold and refreshing. The band was pretty good too. read more

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Sucha fun place with great bar bites and hookah! Don't be fooled by the looks, the food and service here is really pretty good and the karaoke just adds to the fun! Was a great find and fun to stumble into! Surprisingly exceeded our expectation! read more

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This place plays rock music sporadically and on request, I'll base prices on an espresso martini it cost about 15.90 usd after I had to "wait" a minute until they could calculate a price. If your at an all inclusive, you'd be better off playing music on your speaker with your friends. And drinking for the money you already paid. That being said I will try this place out again and add to thos review. It does beat the hard rock Caffè which seems to constantly disappoint these days, see hard rock cancun for a more in depth review l. Thankyou for reading read more

Be careful with your check here. Waiter added a tip and tied to get me to sign real quick without looking by asking where I was from. I caught it and asked why I had just paid more than my bill cost, he said "Tip for me". I told him I would have tipped him more than that but because he added it on himself and was being so sneaky about it he gets no tip from me and I was letting his manger know. It seemed like he had done this often, so watch your checks here read more

I spent my 28th birthday here. I really enjoyed the atmosphere​ and customer service. ​ They offer free birthday shots, live music, and karaoke​. This place is highly recommended​. read more

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Had a lot of fun in Monkey Cancun. The service was very good. There was a lived band playing and it was really good, they also has karaoke. We had chimichangas, and they were delicious! read more

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Great DJ September 2021 is all I got say! If your from chicago and Latino , you will love it!!! Bring a group to max read more

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Starting the first day in Cancun off right. No complaints here! I was looking for something healthy but still satisfying. The chicken was juicy and savory . If you are looking for a light meal this is perfect . read more

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This was definitely one of the highlights from our stay in Cancun. I was so excited for some fun live music . Tonight's band was mostly rock with a Latin flair but they took requests. They played for about 3hrs on this Friday night. 7:30pm-10:15pm. The service (especially Juan) was excellent and the drinks were top notch. My favorite was the "Jesse James". If we come back to Cancun we will definetly come back and try out more of the menu. They serve food as well but we didn't try any of the entrees tonight since we had already eaten dinner before coming. Next time! So happy this was across the street from our hotel Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach read more

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Fun, easygoing drinks and snacks place. Live music is corny but fun. Great audience engagement so be prepared to be picked on. Highly recommend fresh guac. read more

Lively music and good energy. The drinks weren't badly priced, and tasted awesome. Highly recommend

Monkey Business is the worst experience I ever had in Mexico. This was my 3rd trip to Mexico. I went last Tuesday to Monkey Business and had good food and good service. We decided this past Saturday to go again. We went for lunch and the server advised us that they had a live band and recommended we reserve a table. So we did and we were the VIP's. I think VIP translates to money. We returned that night and spent 800 pesos and left a 200 peso tip. My husband asked for the bill. He put two 500 pesos in the billfold. We waited and waited for the server to come. The band was done and 90% of the crowd was gone. My husband could see I was tired so we looked around and our server was no where in sight. We left the money in the billfold and left. About 10 minutes later 3 waiters come running demanding we pay our tab. I kind of laughed because my husband is Mr. Honest. I wasn't worried because we just needed to explain. In no time the police and the military were there. I told my husband stop talking in English and speak in Spanish. Immediately the 3 waiters looked super nervous. I spoke to the soldier in Spanish and he just looked at me with sympathy and shrugged his shoulders. My husband said take me to jail I am not paying for something when I already did. Everyone was shocked. I started to cry so my husband said give me the damn bill this is too much for my wife. They brought up a new bill for 1600 pesos and my husband said you are damn thieves our bill was 800 pesos. So my husband paid another 800 pesos so he could take me to the hotel. So buyer beware. read more

Me and my girl had the best experience here. We went for my 30th bday dinner and they treated us like queens. Above and beyond going out of their way to make sure we had a good time. Food and drinks came out fast. Every time there was a napkin on the counter it was immediately picked up. We will be back! read more

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Service was decent. Food was not very good. Entertainment was on point! Nice place to chill and have a few drinks read more

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My first stop off of the resort in Cancun. Some friends of mine kept it simple with hookah and drinks. The place wasn't very crowded and was mostly a good amount of very attractive women there . The drinks were pretty good with great selection of tropical flavors. Didn't get to try the food , however from how I saw people eating , it's safe to say it was good enough to try. Paying for our drinks etc was kinda weird. They didn't take American dollars after 8 pm. Most of us had Pesos , just not enough on hand to pay for everything... Good thing I did lol .. At that point we left and walked along the path back to the Riu Cancun. It's a cool place to check out before you get ready for a night of festivities. Cancun Mexico is amazing and truly a enjoyable experience as long as you bring enough money and that includes Pesos lol .... read more

Great bar in the center of the Zona Hotelera! This establishment doesn't have a ridiculous 100$ USD cover charge as opposed to the night clubs surrounding it. You simply find seating and are waited on. Live music on a small stage was a nice touch. They play different music from different genres. The ambiance was fun, upbeat and lively. read more

This place needs more reviews! Come on people!!! This place is AMAZING! Food Service Entertainment We came to Cancun for 6 nights and 5 out of the 6 nights we ended up here for late night drinks or food. The guys that work here are just awesome, down to earth people that honestly put every other person out here to shame. In a tourist place (especially mexico) a lot of people just want your money but these people EARN in! Shoutout to Hugo for the best service I've ever gotten, even in the states. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! read more

Solid outdoor vibes at this spot. We came on a Monday night and it was still relatively full. We came to smoke Hookah (there are a few spots in the Zone but my friend said this one had the best hookah glass or whatever you call it. It was solid but it wasn't fun smoking outside cause you can't have any fun then. They don't allow you to smoke inside. We also ordered Mojitos which were disappointed as most of the times we ordered Mojitos in Cancun. Why doesn't anyone know how to make a good Mojito here?! Guess I should've stuck to Margaritas haha. Seems like a cool spot. Just had an ok experience. read more

This place is really awesome, the ambiance, waiters (Alex in particular), Live music and the drink and foods makes a cool combo, And fair prices by the way, Strictly recommended... read more

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This place was awesome! They have great food and awesome service! The waiter by the name of Alex was top class! He Helped explain the menu had great enthusiasm. The drinks and hookah were made perfect. Wings and nachos were sooo good. The live bands were really good also definitely coming back. read more

So we have been here a few times before tonight and have a good experience. So tonight I ordered a Jameson 7up. It game out Jameson soda water. I told the waiter it was wrong and he told me no I said soda. I told him I would never order that. He told me if I didn't drink it he would have to pay for it. I told him I wasn't drinking it because it was horrible. Mind you there was a live band plying at 11 so you could hardly hear. So when he brought the right drink I told him I would pay and it wasn't that big of a deal. He in turn brought 2 shots of tequila for free and everything was good. After we paid our bill we noticed they had t shirts for sale. They had a price of 240 pesos each. So we decided to buy 5 for our friends. So the waiter got all the different sizes we requested and came with the bill. It said 76 US. I told him it should be 59 US or round 1200 pesos and he tried to argue with me that I was wrong. They had a damn sign on the shirt display saying how much they were. So trying to give himself what a 17 dollar tip. Wtf. Watch your bill at this place. We will not go back. read more

Amazing place! We had so much fun here, our server was just the best, and the music, magic show, and karaoke was too good! 10/10 recommend for a laid back night if fun! read more