Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    The Hoppy Monk - El Paso

    4.4 (747 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago

    The Hoppy Monk - El Paso Photos

    Business Info

    THE HOPPY MONK - EL PASO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - The Hoppy Monk - El Paso

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Blue Fox Burger
    Emily Y.

    Stopped in because I saw rave reviews about the burgers, but I was way more into the sweet potato fries. The Blue Fox burger is good though. It's got sweetness from the apple and a bit of tang from the blue cheese, but man, those sweet potato fries were something else. They're crispy and tossed in seasoning, and I'm guessing that was walnut aioli with it. It's a lot of flavors but it's really addicting.

    Beer flight
    Stephanny G.

    The indoor atmosphere is that of a bar but outdoor is nice because of the fountains. Hazel was our server, she was nice, patient, and attentive. The beer is delicious and they have so many options to choose from. We took our kids which meant we had to be there before 7pm. Food was good. My kids loved the fish and chips and sweet potato fries. We also tried the gochuwich sandwich and chille verde burger both were okay. The gochuwich was very messy and the chille verde burger was a bit plain. We both did like the adobo quesadillas and aguachile. The aguachile was fresh and had the perfect amount of spice to it. The adobo quesadillas were too spicy for our kids, they are served with corn tortillas instead of flower but they were delicious.

    Hemingway margarita
    James B.

    A lovely, bustling atmosphere inside the Monk on a windy Friday night. Great service and tasty dishes made our date night complete. Well, almost complete Love this place, highly recommended.

    Beer Braised Rabbit Tacos Dorados

    A perfect mix of herbs and romantic blend of classic Spanish cuisine with a modern twist the ancestors would approve of! The fries need a little extra crisp and they had miss-placed the jalapeño cream, which is a salsa that has a concisely blended texture but an unforgettable assortment of flavors. Their consume is also an immensely whimsical mix of what I imagine is the Virgen de Guadalupe and Santa Muerte. Their mac and cheese is next on my bucket list!

    Gochu Chickenwich
    Sophia G.

    My boyfriend and I stumbled into The Hoppy Monk from traveling from Austin to Arizona and right after seeking retreat from a Monsoon. We were planning on stopping in El Paso and right as we hit the city limits it began pouring! We rushed into the hotel and had to change after being drenched, as soon as the storm stopped we began looking for places. We decided to try out The Hoppy Monk as it was about 10 minutes away from the hotel (Hilton by UTEP) and still open past 8 on a Sunday. This was probably one of the best finds and whim eating decisions we have ever made while on vacation. We walked and there was a full band playing from Las Cruces, New Mexico, they were amazing and we were incredibly impressed with the ambiance of this taproom/restaurant. I ordered the green chile asadero burger and think I ate it within 2 minutes it was so good. My boyfriend got the gochu chickenwich which was also amazing. Their portions were huge and extremely flavorful. Now to the beer, if you like beer this is the place for you! They have almost 2 or 3 pages of just beer options from around Texas and New Mexico. It was great getting to try local options but also having familiar choices as well. One suggestion if the owners are listening: can we get Mother Road Tower Station from Flagstaff, AZ? This is one of the best IPAs and I feel would add another level to the place! I'll check the next time I pass through... oh and that would be the third time as we stopped again when returning to Austin.

    Duchesse Burger w/ Sweet Potato Fries
    Brian C.

    Came here tired and hungry as I was passing through El Paso the night. Sat at the bar and ordered the Duchesse Burger with Sweet Potato Fries and had a couple brews. I liked the different burger options they provided and the beer, wine, and cocktail list was good and extensive. The staff was chill and the inside was nice and busy on a Saturday night. Thanks for having me!

    My husband and veggie burger.  Veggie Monk.
    Claudia F.

    We always like to try new places, but I am an extremely picky person when it comes to restaurant food. I can make it much better at home myself. But sometimes it's nice to have somebody else cook. We stopped here for an early dinner, It was our first time. The staff was very friendly and kind. The food came out pretty quickly. My husband really enjoyed his veggie burger. I had a sample and it was very good, but I was looking for something a little bit lighter fare. I had the tacos al Pastor veggie tacos and they may have been a bit salty for me. But I'm not sure if it was the spice or the salt that I was tasting. I don't eat much salt. Another reason why I cannot usually go out. I can also not eat oil because it really upsets my stomach. These were not oily at all, but the tortillas were a bit hard for my taste. It was nice to be able to sit outside despite the Mesa traffic something we like doing. My husband is from Europe, where you can sit outside anywhere, but here in the states, especially El Paso it's hard to find such a spot.

    Beijo Sour
    Lorna H.

    Great food!!! I will definitely be coming back. The ditches burger was so fresh and the fries were crispy and hot. Great bar vibe on a Friday night

    Val S.

    We were just traveling through ElPaso and needed a good lace for dinner. The food here is fantastic! Husband had blue fox burger So delicious! Also whatever beer he had he loved. (Like an IPA and a hazy combination) I had the chicken sandwich with a side of broccoli which was to die for! The sandwich so excellent and the broccoli probably the best I've had anywhere. The slivered pear such a great addition. The chef needs a raise! Server was very good. Too bad we don't live here. We'd be regular customers

    Alex W.

    My previous review still remains but just wanted to update a year later. The Gonju Chicken Wings are still some of my favorite wings in town. The beers are exceptional though snobby in price. But you also can't beat their beer/shot combo for $5 if you're just wanting a beer and a shot of tequila. Can't recommend the atmosphere and the food at this place enough.

    Sierra B.

    One of our favorites in EP. The food is always fresh and incredibly flavorful - we have tried nearly the whole menu and have yet to be disappointed. We love to sit out on the patio with our kids - very welcoming space, nice cover from the sun. Service is always fast and friendly, have never had a bad experience. I can't say I've ever seen a high chair there so unsure if they have them, as an FYI for those with small kids. The drinks from the bar are always strong and well mixed, my husband has no complains from the beer side of things. Great place to have a meet up with friends!

    Blue fox burger
    Melissa M.

    So we haven't visited this place for a while. Last time we came here it was like two stars. The service is always slow here. The ambience is always the same. The food is consistently good.

    See all

    1 month ago

    Helpful 6
    Thanks 3
    Love this 8
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    25 days ago

    Excellent veggie burger. They are hard to find. Very friendly staff. It's a sports bar so a little loud but fun.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Sue D.
    0
    26
    10

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Val S.
    10
    185
    18

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    The food wasn't that good they took for ever to bring us what we ordered we call the manager and was really rude we never going back.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of K W.
    1
    73
    20

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 2
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ryan P.
    28
    211
    55

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Tammy E.
    473
    3532
    5248

    3 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Tj I.
    0
    35
    38

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Camelia G.
    47
    110
    96

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    The food is always delicious and the beer is always cold! The mushrooms are my favorite!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 19

    The Hoppy Monk - El Paso Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - The Hoppy Monk - El Paso

    Are you going to do Sunday brunch again? When?

    Hello, we have our brunch every Sunday!

    Don’t See Your Question? Ask Away!

    You might also consider

    Cantaritos Del Tio

    Cantaritos Del Tio

    3.4
    (7 reviews)
    1.1 mi

    I have had multiple negative experiences with Audrey as a bartender. In my opinion, she is…read moreextremely unprofessional and creates an uncomfortable atmosphere for customers. I've personally witnessed her being aggressive toward patrons, including throwing water on customers and attempting to start confrontations. I've also seen her get on top of the bar during arguments, which I felt was completely inappropriate behavior for someone working in customer service. I've also observed her acting as though she owns the bar, despite not being the owner. When she sees customers she doesn't like, she has told other bartenders not to serve them and has claimed that she has the authority to have people removed from the establishment. This behavior creates a hostile and unwelcoming environment for customers. Overall, my experiences with Audrey have been disappointing. A bartender should be professional, respectful, and focused on providing good service. Instead, her behavior has negatively impacted the atmosphere of the bar and made it a place I no longer enjoy visiting.

    My fiancé and I are from the east coast and stopped here on an anniversary trip to Santa Fe/El…read morePaso. We had already had so much great Mexican food in Santa Fe, so while we were looking for similar, we were also intrigued by the menu and some things we had never heard of. We dined here on a Tuesday night, and it was completely empty! We were so surprised and wondered if we made a mistake, but we also noticed the restaurant is fairly new. The space was large, cool, and trendy, and the service was great. We really enjoyed our food -- my favorite was the ceviche camaron! While nothing could ever get me to say that something tops a margarita with Mexican fare, the cantarito was refreshing and tasty. We got a total of 3 drinks, 3 entrees, and the ceviche, and the bill was under $80, with tip. We'll be flying back to Virginia and won't be able to return again, but I hope more people try this place and review it to bring in some more visitors and locals...it deserves it!

    Photos
    Cantaritos Del Tio
    Jamaica Tacos
    Jamaica Tacos
    Cantaritos Del Tio

    See all

    Prickly Elder

    Prickly Elder

    4.1
    (30 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $

    Super duper hipster spot. Drinks served in tea cups. Bartenders with colored hair, big glasses, and…read moretatted arms. Old school furniture with lots of floral around. Very cool experience with delicious drinks and a chill atmosphere. They have a private lot and street parking. If you haven't been, then you need to go.

    So, my experience was apparently not as amazing as everyone else's. Firstly, they didn't have a…read morecocktail menu. I was told they haven't had once since covid. But, it's a COCKTAIL LOUNGE! That's the whole point of the establishment's existence. (No one else seemed to care about anything but hard seltzers and shots). The bartender said they could still make things from the previous menu, but they didn't have that available, either. She recommended two Jameson-based options, but could think of nothing else. So, I got a beer. I asked for any stouts or porters aside from Guinness, but there weren't any. I asked about one beer she said was "dark", but it was a Pilsner. I like pilsners, so I ordered it...but for the record, they are nothing close to a dark beer. I saw they had Crown Apple after I had started my beer and asked a different bartender if they had Coke Zero. I was told that when he wants a soda he goes to the bar next door. After an alarming number of exchanges, I learned that they DO have Coke, just not any diet varieties. Instead, I later chose a margarita. Yes, it's cute they serve it in a tea cup, but consider that tea cups are very small and there is ice, so it was almost a non-alcoholic beverage. DJ was cool, but, "all night disco" was really some mashup of a few disco/funk songs with some 90s hip hop and a good deal of 80s pop mixed in. Now, it was crazy FUN, but not what I was expecting. Definitely won't be back. I know there is the charm of drinking at grandma's, but it's really just a lousy hipster dive bar with thrift store art on the walls. The second star is just for having a fun dj (brought in a fun crowd).

    Photos
    Homey decor
    Homey decor
    Unique entrance
    Unique entrance
    Prickly Elder

    See all

    Cerveceria 19

    Cerveceria 19

    3.3
    (13 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    I was visiting family for the holidays and my husband and sister in law were trying to find cool…read morespots to grab food, drinks and listen to music. It was a Friday night, we arrived around 8pm and the restaurant was so busy and full of life. Music was blasting, ranging from reggaeton, to regional mexicana/banda, to pop. The prices for the food and drinks were all super cheap as well, so we knew we'd be ordering multiple items. Probably the best item we had was the arrachera quesadilla (can't remember the actual name in the menu for it). Our waiter was a young guy, constantly coming by asking if we wanted to add on to our order. We had multiple rounds of tequila shots and some mixed drinks, but definitely felt like the liquor was watered down. Before we took off, we even danced a couple of songs, giving us a club feel. Overall we loved it so much we had decided to come back the following Tuesday with more family. Well....we were left so disappointed. Everything was completely different. We arrived around 10, figured it being a Tuesday before Christmas Eve, it wouldn't be too busy. It seems that it was a lot busier than the restaurant had expected because they were definitely understaffed. Our waiter probably took 20 minutes to come to us to take our drink order and when he finally did, he stood in one end of the table struggling to hear us from the opposite end over the loud music. Don't understand why he couldn't simply walk over to our side. We waited another 10 minutes to actually get the drinks and for him to come around again to take our food order. Since service was so slow, we tried going straight to the bar and get drinks there, but they wouldn't take our orders because they had to be placed with our waiter. Food was pretty much the same, with the exception of the kitchen running out of multiple items by 11:30. I would have given this place 5 stars on the first visit alone: cheap food and drinks (great food quality for the value), absolutely great ambiance and fast/attentive service. But because we came back again and had such terrible and slow service, I'm giving them 3 stars.

    This was first visit and I was not disappointed. Great choice for authentic tacos. The all the…read morebeverage extremely affordable. Service from the moment we entered was excellent. The server was very patient with me during order and made recommendations. The restaurant isis clean and upbeat.

    Photos
    Interior
    Interior
    Elote en vaso
    Elote en vaso
    Churro

    See all

    Churro

    The Hoppy Monk - El Paso - gastropubs - Updated August 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...