Not impressed at all. I remember coming here two years back and enjoyed it, but the menu looked totally different now. I came here for lunch w/ my wife. Service was good, food not so much. She had a veal parm sandwich, it tasted like an Encore frozen dinner veal parm patty. I had tequila shrimp. It was like $16 and I got like 6-7 shrimp w/ a side of soggy, bland vegetables. Why the hype?? read more

Save your money. Risotto should not be crunchy and dry. Louisiana chicken should not be bland, overcooked, and be of Dollar Store quality. House chips should not be burnt and ultra salty. Miller High Life should not be 4$. Waitress' should not be smothering and pushy. That is minus five stars. The cheese plate for 11$ was expensive, but the best part of the night. So, that is the one star this place barely deserves. P.S. Warm up your vocal cords. This place is so loud I had to yell all night. read more

Its been a while since I came here, but I went for brunch this past weekend and got really terrible service. When we first walked in the hostess was sitting down and took her time to get up to seat. Once we got a table we were greeted by our waitress Diane. Major attitude, was sitting at the bar most of the time while we were there. Took forever to take our order. Never checked back on us after we got our food. Couldn't get a water or coffee refill. When we were ready for the check it had started to get a little busy and she kept glancing over at our table, but still took forever to come and drop off the check. Didn't even ask how things were. They were out of a lot of stuff too like the hummus and gluten free buns. Food was descent, but probably won't be back because of the terrible service. read more

I learned that they fixed the wireless internet access through one of the servers there. Which means I can have my pints / food and log on to work with my laptop (if necessary). There are some beers on tap that are a "fixture" and are usually the same for the most part, but occasionally they may be replaced by a "seasonal" beer. The menu has also changed, some items (cuban sandwich, mussels) are no longer available and cost increase to some items (most appear to remain the same). The mussels (in black bean sauce?) is occasionally offered as a special. I have had the steamed clams and french dip recently. The steamed clams (in fresh basil & garlic butter sauce) is one of my favorite appetizers here. The beef on the french dip was good, but serving it on a croissant made a soggy mess (as Zanna pointed out). If an item comes with homemade chips, I usually substitute with fries. Overall, the food is good. The wasabi crabcakes (from my previous review) remains my favorite. My friend ordered a caesar salad with shrimp, but the kitchen "forgot" the shrimp. The server did enter the order in correctly. The salad was taken off the check. The service here is very good. The staff is friendly as always even when the establishment is very busy. On the nights that I am too tired and don't want to cook, I may pick up dinner from Three Monkeys after getting off the SEPTA R7. The "patio" is opened during the summer months, usually very popular if the weather is nice. A minimal of 8 is required if you want to make reservations for outside seating at the "patio". read more

This bar is within walking distance of our apartment so we are frequent visitors. Favorite things to order: Appetizers - cheesesteak egg rolls and the quesadilla bites Entree - lobster mac & cheese and the chicken parmesan sandwich Drink - yuengling, blood orange margarita I wish they still had their tomato soup that came with pita bread. Comfort food that really hit the spot! read more

I came here with my boss and co-worker for a "lunch meeting". We ended up enjoying for food and beers (I had a cocktail) so much, we mostly talked sports and traveling, and not so much about work. ‍ read more

I came here one night with my boyfriend because a friend recommended it to me. Being from South Philly, driving to the Northeast for dinner isn't something I do often, but wow am I glad I did! Even though we couldn't sit outside because it was pouring, our waitress Taylor made our dinner great. She was attentive and really knew the menu. My boyfriend is kind of a beer snob and she really the beer, which is a bonus with him. Overall, for not being able to sit outside, the food was great but our service was even better. I will definitely be taking the trip here again soon! read more

One word....Consistent! The food here is always good! Buffalo Chicken Wrap is a winner, The burgers are great and the staff is very nice. I went in for a business meeting and enjoyed that it wasn't as loud as most places. The waitress was attentive and saw we were having a meeting so she kept the refills coming and tried not to interrupt, although she was really aware. We didn't have to ask for anything. Looking forward to visiting again soon! To the management of three monkeys I say, Well Done! read more

Three monkeys cafe is amazing. Breakfast appetizers were banging. Scrapple sliders and egg rolls were so good. Fruity pebbles French toast and Chicken and waffles were also so good. I'd come here every day if I wasn't on a diet read more

Great food, what change in "Baked ziti eating Northeast Philly". There are new twists on old classics as well as the traditional renditions. The shrimp tacos were awesome and I wish you could order entree portions. They would have gotten a four star maybe even a five star except for the fact that when you eat outside in the Monkey garden you have to be exposed to second hand smoke. I asked why they can't ask the people smoking to move closer to the front of the bar, where it would be less intrusive on the people dining, the staff just giggled like I was kidding. This is literally my only complaint. read more

While I do enjoy the food,fun island atmosphere and have never had a complaint about the service the stressful bout of claustrophobia that comes with visiting keeps me from frequenting this restaurant. There's extremely limited parking,pretty small dining areas. You usually wait shoulder to shoulder in a crowd for a table. you can't comfortably have two people in the multi stall restroom. I don't think I've ever seen a bathroom so small. It's so cramped everywhere I just usually feel relief leaving because I can't wait to have some room to breathe. Next time I would have to go at a less busy time for an earlier dinner or something. read more

I actually liked this place more before I got seated. It's a really cute atmosphere and I was expecting something spectacular, but it fell short of a four-star rating. The atmosphere is super cute -- I was there for brunch with the bridesmaids from my sister's bridal party and we were excited for a good breakfast. We were seated outside in their courtyard -- if you're going for brunch, it seems like the place to be. I walked into the building at one point and it was very much what you'd expect out of a pub -- clean, but dark and with that ever-present spilled beer smell. Totally fine (and I could actually see it being a super cozy place to brunch in the winter), but not as nice a feel as the outside area. They even had a little low-key jazz band playing during the brunch/lunch hour. They were great and it was a really nice addition to the day. I would say our biggest gripes were the service and the menu. Our waitress was hard to get in touch with and while she showed us the cocktail menu, it didn't include any of the traditional brunch drinks (Blood Mary, mimosa) and I felt as if she should have verbally offered them as an option given the time of day. One of the ladies at our table ordered a Miller Lite draft and the server immediately said, "We have bottles, but that's NEVER on draft." Okay, excuse us! It was needlessly attitudinal. I did end up ordering a Bloody Mary, but it was weak and plain as all get out. It also didn't end up at our table for quite a long time after we ordered our drinks. We also waited a long time for our food, for our check, and for the server to take our cash away once we were ready to leave. The service was just all-around unimpressive on this visit. Several of us had checked out the menu online ahead of time and it seemed extensive. Unfortunately, when we arrived, the options were limited. Probably only about a dozen breakfast-type items alongside another dozen lunch items. I really enjoyed my eggs Benedict with a crab cake, but my sister was less than thrilled with the chicken wrap she ordered -- it was very plain tasting chicken with very little seasoning, so the toppings just didn't add the flavor needed to make it great. With that said, I think most of the other girls at our table were satisfied with their entrees. Overall, it wasn't a spectacular first experience, but this place had so much going for it charm-wise that I really want to go back again. I'm hoping our service experience was an anomaly and I think it's worth a try overall. read more

Three Monkeys is so hit or miss for me. I've come here several times for lunch and had an awesome experience. The food was perfect and service was excellent. The last few times, not so much. I've noticed that service at the bar is about 100 times better than service at the tables. The last few times I sat at a table I felt very ignored by our server, waiting far too long for silly things like extra napkins or ketchup. Even the food is inconsistent. For example, usually 3M has really excellent burgers that are usually cooked perfectly, but the last time I was here my husband's burger was way overcooked and very sloppily put together. Also, the roast pork sandwich that I've had on several occasions has been very dry and underseasoned the last few times I've had it. I can say that the grilled cedar plank wings are consistently awesome. I always get an order of those when I go. The rest of the food, however, seems to have gone downhill over the last year or two. Hopefully they can reconnect with the quality of food they used to put out and get back to the Three Monkeys I know and love. read more

I always love coming here. The crowd is always nice and the food is always good. When I was here today it just seemed like they were having an off day. I asked for an ipa and I was brought a pale ale. The pot stickers were stone cold and it seemed like they were allowing people to drink a little too much at 4pm. I will give them another try because I don't usually experience this here. I just hope it's better next time read more

Fun place to get drinks and tavern like food. It sits next to a commuter train station which allows for paid parking during the week but free on weekends.the outside area is what I like best! It's designed with monkeys hanging overhead in the trees. Their food is good! They make their own irresistible potato chips called "chimp chips" Great place to meet friends for drinks and grub. read more

I have been coming to the 3 Monkies since the opening. I love the food and the service. Now, our group started coming for a holiday event. This is our 2nd year, 24 of us go for brunch, the food is wonderful and the waitresses accommodating. Looking forward to Saturday, The Grstitude girls are coming. read more

Usually love three monkeys but this past Sunday was a shit show for Covid Regulations. They allowed a 100+ un masked group from the Fraternal Order if Police Bike/Bar crawl in. It was mayhem, crowded, in masked which made all people seated at the restaurant outdoor section uncomfortable as they spilled into the eating section while taking over the outdoor bar area . Management had no control over it. After 15 minutes we were able to get to go boxes but what a shame. It would have been great but they should have absolutely not let in a group of that size in. No way to socially distance that way. read more

This place is awful and I cannot believe that people rated it so highly. The house made beer is an ale which is fair tasting at best. Besides that, the closest thing you can get to a good beer is Blue Moon. I only gave Three Monkeys two stars instead of one because the filet mignon cheesesteak is somewhere between fair and good. The nachos are a bowl of tostitos scoops with skank cheese whiz on top. If you do feel like venturing here, make sure to not go on a game night, because that's when the townies are partying. Scary. read more

Took my aunt and uncle for lunch during the week. wanted someplace that would be more of "an experience" and this sounded great. The menu was really good and a lot to choose from. Had the Kobe burger - done perfectly. Aunt and Uncle had Chicken salad sliders. Perfect size for lunch. Service was great and the waitress on point. Only thing that IS bad, if you go during the week - the parking is all Torresdale train commuters and there is ZERO parking close to the restaurant. All lots were full and what street parking there was was taken. Plan on parking a couple of blocks away read more

Three Monkeys Cafe - outdoor cafe - New American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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I have been here many times and it is always a great experience and the service was quick friendly and helpful and the host is very nice and the food was great read more

I had been by Three Monkeys for dinner twice before and wasn't impressed, but decided to give them a shot for brunch today anyway. They have a really great patio that's hard to say no to on a beautiful day. I'm glad I gave them another chance because our meal was really excellent - we shared the Monte Cristo & Lumberjack Omelet (stuffed with tons of veggies & creamed chipped beef omg) and I would not change a thing about either. Good coffee and swift service too. We left very full and very happy. I will definitely be back for breakfast in the courtyard as long as the weather holds out. read more

In NE Philly, this place is pretty much the best of the best! For starters the decor- its very comfy. Kinda pub-style, but with a more modern twist. You can sit outside if you want, or settle into one of the many rooms. The service is up next- these guys are attentive, and really really nice! Lots of great recommendations coming from the staffers who obviously enjoy this place a lot. When the staff eats the food a lot, that is a great sign. The beer list is vast and diverse; a united nations of beer if you will. Stouts, ales, wheat beers, ciders, IPA's, lagers, lambics and saisons. Domestic and imported, light and extra extra boozy are all available for consumption. I challenge you to NOT find something that you like. It'd be a challenge. Finally, the food. So long as you stay away from the dreaded 'wrap' category, you'll be fine. The food again has a range. Healthy to fatty, classy to low-brow and everything in-between. Being the classy lady I am, I started off with jack bites which was a square take on mozzarella sticks- which i split with a friend. They were FABULOUS! It's hard NOT to rave about fried cheese... but it surpassed the average. The cheese remained firmly within the confines of the crust. The temperature was steady- not scald your mouth on-fire. Upon taking a bite, the cheese stayed put. It was stringy, but not excessive. Really- perfection. For my entree, I had a veggie burger prepared in a style called 'the monkey mob' which included sharp provolone, long hots, and roasted red peppers. It came with a chunk of a deli-style pickle, and fresh chips that were as good if not better than french fries. There was no down-side to this dish except stomach space. I stopped eating the bun because i needed to reserve space for chips and the veggie burger (which seemed home made- with fresh veggies in it rather than faux-meat squished together). The toppings were awesome, and i was pleased to see that the long hots got some heat going! All in all- this place was slightly pricier than what I'm used to in NePhi, but it was so worth it. I'd come back here over most of the places up that way anytime. It was such a treat to have such an enjoyable meal! read more

I was so happy to stumble upon this conveniently located cafe. Located near the train station this restaurant serves as a great place to meet friends and catch up. Serving American cuisine and craft beers you really can't go wrong. Offering both outside and inside seating makes this a diverse location. Remember to save room for the monkey bread!! Served warm this cinnamon pull apart is the cherry on top! read more

Came here with a friend. I ordered a Hoegarden on tap..it was as flat as my friend's ass. He ordered a Yuengling..that was warm and flat. A corona would have been better than what he was served. What the heck? Only reason they are getting two stars is cause I believe in minimum of 1 star and the cute bouncer gave it another star. read more

Had a chance to go here for my 1st time for a buddy's birthday, and it was an enjoyable experience. This is a very quirky bar, which was unexpected for NE Philly. The restaurant is pretty spacious on the inside and has a large outside area as well with a bar, as well as tables. Their taplist and bottle list was quite extensive. You can get the usual favorites or a decent craft beer. The bartenders here were very friendly and attentive to us. The food here was actually really good. I decided to get a chicken parm sandwich with a side of chips. The sandwich was delicious and was a pretty big portion. The chips were also nice and crispy. It was also inexpensive to get a meal here, so don't worry about over spending. This is a great gem in NE Philly and I hope to return here to monkey around! read more

If you want a bar it has what you need....but the food . And this is based off me going here one morning to drink and eat breakfast and even being buzzed didn't make the food taste appetizing. read more

Cute little spot w nice outdoor seating. Friendly staff, great food and drinks. Nice place for a date, or dinner/drinks w friends!

So glad I found this place. Their chicken quesadilla is my favorite thing on the menu. It's always fresh. It's perfect for lunch because it doesn't leave you feeling overly full. It has a strong sports bar type of feel whenever a home team is playing, so if you're not into that, just skip it on nights when there's games playing. read more

My sister, her husband and I tried this place today for brunch. She had Eggs Benedict with candied bacon and my BIL and I had the Monkey French Toast. We all LOVED the food, the atmosphere, just everything. Will definitely be back. I do wish they mimosa's but...that's okay. Can't have everything. This place is definitely a winner! read more

Three Monkey's is a small-ish pub somewhat off the beaten path, but also in the middle of everything. My first impressions were very positive - the pub and its patron's were quite cheery, even withstanding the snowy mush outside. I looked around a bit, being nosy as I generally am, and enjoyed the heavy use of wood in the interior architecture, as well as the heavy use of impressionist paintings (ok, posters). I fancied myself drinking a pint with Dali and the Beatles. I saw the bartender attentively tracking me as he waited on his full bar. By the time I found a comfortable, well-positioned stool (not that there were many options), he had arrived at the same spot - a sot-seeking missile who cheerfully asked me if I wanted a drink. (Later, I saw the same bartender have "Jerry's" beer ready before Jerry sat down or ordered a thing - I'm going to go out on the limb and say Jerry is a regular!) The affirmation in my response to the bartender's question was inevitable, but there were several choices to mull over. I tried a new beer, Stoudt's Horny Monkey Ale, which I subsequently discovered was sold elsewhere as Scarlet Lady Ale, and found it well-balanced with a rich dark amber reddish color and a smooth malty finish. I poured over the menu and found favorites as well as unique options: wasabi crab cakes, chicken cordon bleu balls, baked mac'n cheese, pot stickers, tapas, burgers, wraps, salads, and sammiches. A good entree selection included a (slightly overpriced) raw bar, plus steak, veal, chicken, seafood, and pasta. I opted for one of the specials, the rigatoni with beef tips in a "tomato garlic shellot (sic) parmesan cream sauce" ("shellot"? Isn't that a computer virus? - hey, I had to pick on them about something), and it was surprisingly delicious! The Tree bar and Monkey Court were closed (night, snow, ice, cold - you get it), but I really wish I have the opportunity to return and visit there during warmer times. I am looking forward to that! Eat, Drink, and Be Monkey!!! read more

First, let me say the good things I have to say about Three Monkeys. It's cute, with a nice bar, imaginative eclectic decor and a nice outdoor patio. The waitstaff is generally pretty nice, if less than what you'd expect at a more sophisticated place. The beer selection is good, and they seem to keep it cold and their tap lines clean. But the food...strictly so-so. For the life of me I can't figure out what the attraction is. I've had burgers there, and they're good, but beyond that? No so much. Empanada appetizers tasted strictly commercial foodservice. Seafood risotto had nice shrimp and scallops, but the risotto also tasted somehow fast foody. Crabcakes were mediocre. The tequila shrimp was a small serving of seemingly plain old scampi accompanied by soggy overcooked veggies. I know there's not much in the way of alternatives for dining out in this particular neighborhood, but people really seem to like this place. As for me, I don't get it. The food on multiple visits has been consistently mediocre, certainly nothing to write home about. The monkey bread is tasty though, so I'd recommend that. If you're in the neighborhood and are just looking for an edible meal, you can find it here, but if you're a foodie, you're not going to be wowed. read more

Typical food. The service was good but the food isn't anything new. The staff really work together as a team to keep the restaurant running smooth. I had the monkey pancakes and it was just sweet as hell! I rather go to Denny's for a better pancakes. My boyfriend had the burger and he said it was dry.. All the hype and left with disappointment. read more

This is a fun and hip NE Philadelphia bar with above average food, and below average mixed drinks; hence the 3 instead of 4 stars. I've been here several times over the past years, and can't remember ever not having a weak mixed drink. Stick with the beers on draft or bottles and you'll be good to go! Great place for groups. When the weather is nice, the outdoor section is the place to be. read more

Love the food and atmosphere. Never drank here but it looks fun. We go for lunch all the time.

I always seem to end up coming here when I'm craving beer and i don't know why. The beer list is OK but there's nothing special to it. Food is always good and consistent but i just don't seem to enjoy the vibe as much. I really have nothing bad to say about this place but i really don't have anything great to say about this place either. Prices are good, food is consistent, but the menu does not seem to change much. I'm sure i will be back here again and again but it would be nice to see some more happen. read more

The place really lives up to its title Y'all know what it is. Really great fried zucchini tossed in marinara sauce. Honestly I don't have one bad thing to say about this place read more

THE THREE MONKEYS Accross from the Torresdale Train Station The bistro was smaller than I imagined it, but there was enough room between the tables, and the service was excellent. I had the Cheese-Steak soup; it was exactly that- little pieces of Filet Mignon in a cheese-whiz soup. very nice The warden had the Baked French Onion soup and it also was well done, except perhaps it was left under the broiler a moment or two too long for the cheese; was a little too crispy around the edge. We shared a helping of the fried Calamari ("Calamonkey") and it was done perfectly. Most places over-cook their deep-fried seafood; these were a light golden brown and not like the rubbery stuff you usually get 'round here. I had the Wasabi Crab cakes- they were excellent ! Mostly CRAB for a change, not breading. and the side of fries could have fed four adults ! Big fat tender / crisp steak fries, with two different dippers; a ketchup-y sauce and a cheesy one. The Warden tried the seafood Risotto- This was very tasty, but was light on the "Seafood"....just three scallops and two large shrimp, although it was obvious there were small bits of both in the sauce. The iced tea was obviously fresh-brewed and reminded me of the "Sweet Tea" of my youth. The salads were HUGE; made with field greens rather than the more common "American Blend". We skipped dessert, as you may imagine. Tab (for 4 adults) was under $50 before the tip . In warm months, there is an outdoor dining area..... read more

Great cafe! This place is way cool! found this place on Yelp and had to check it out. It's cold right now so we couldn't experience the whole outdoors area but it looks very cool. We sat inside and had a few drinks and some hummus. The hummus was awful (chunky and separated) but the accoutrements were beautiful (rainbow carrots (a big plus) pita, cucumber, etc.) The manager was kind enough to take it off our bill, which was nice since we didn't eat the hummus but did eat quite a bit of the accoutrements! The staff was very friendly during the day. Our bartender was very attentive and a few of the servers chatted with us while picking up their drinks. The bartender we had in the evening wasn't friendly at all. There were only two other people at the bar on a Wednesday night so you would think he would chat it up with us but didn't. To me conversation goes a long way with a good bartender! The little dining room is so funky cute and so are the bathrooms The monkey court, which is the outside seating area reminds me of a quirky Florida-style beachy decor. Since I'm from FLA I loved it! Seems like a gem of a place in the North Philly area! Can't wait to go back and have some awesome looking food. read more

Had a wonderful time here with friends out on the patio for dinner. We started off with drinks while waiting for a table and they had a great selection of beers and martinis. We ended up having to wait about 45 minutes for a patio table on a Sunday night (but it was a beautiful night) which struck me as a bit long for a NE Philly restaurant, but I guess it's popular. Foods started with chicken nachos which were ok - too many olives and nobody at our table really liked olives... I got the BBQ Cheddar burger (would have gotten the crab ravioli but they said I only for 5-6 medium sized ravioli and I was Hungry!) Everyone else loved what they got (tuna steak, burgers). We ended the meal with monkey bread which was ok (our homemade was better). What I did really like were their drinks/martinis. I would definitely come back for a nice summer night's dinner. read more

I came here with my girlfriend and another couple and it was good, a little bit pricey they other places that I have been, but all in all I really enjoyed the food. They have a nice selection for those who enjoy beer, and also an extensive wine and martini list. We all started off with the Crab-Ocado dip which was awesome and the Garlic Bread pretzels were the icing on the cake! My girlfriend had the Chef Beth's Signature Lobster Mac & Cheese, she really enjoyed it and even offered me a bite, very creamy and rich, highly recommended if your a mac and cheese fan. I ordered the Sunny in Philadelphia burger which was great! Nice patty, cheese, bacon, and a sunny side up egg! Great burger! I will definitely come back and try some more food and get dessert next time, I really want to try there monkey bread! read more

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