Blue Monkey

I came here about 2 – 3 yrs ago before moving to Birmingham and really enjoyed it. Last night the drinks were great and music was too. I missed the guy that plays piano but the guy playing guitar was pretty unique and entertaining. The drinks and service were top notch.

Entering the Blue Monkey transports you to a vintage place where ladies wore stockings, had the ever present red lip, and smoked endlessly long cigarettes from a holder without ever putting it to their lips. Cocktails of various shapes, sizes, and colors feed the vibe, especially when coupled with lush tunes coming from the piano. Good looking people are everywhere or at least the low lit ambiance gives the impression that everyone is a 10 or could be after you’ve had a martini with a side car or two. Bring the man or woman you enjoy spending time with and cozy up in an intimate alcove. Do a little people watching. Be aware that money can be spent quite fluidly here, especially if you’re feeling like a 10.

This a cool place to hang with friends. Has a large patio and the inside is very unique. It has rooms of various sizes to chill and have drinks or food. They have a gentleman playing the piano which sets a nice vibe. I highly recommend this place.

Blue monkey has been my go to chill spot for the last 10 years. I love the owner and the staff is always very friendly and attentive. Wide range of drinks to choose from and comfy outdoor seating! Great place for after work cocktails!

Blue monkey has a funky atmosphere and several different rooms to sit in and drink. Their drink menu is fabulous, with some of the best cocktails I’ve ever had. They also have a huge outdoor space that’s fun to sit in!

I love Blue Monkey. The drinks are fantastic, the crowd is eclectic and the prices are reasonable.

Blue Monkey is a unique place, from the awesome front patio outside to the arched hallways and cubbyholes inside, with over-​sized couches and chairs in which to relax. I love how dark and intimate the inside is, but this can also be the negative when the place gets busy and you can’t find anywhere to sit. Love going hear when the weather is nice so that the patio, which overlooks Cobb Lane, can be enjoyed. The service is always good, and I am glad they have waitresses that come around so you can avoid the crowded bar! They make some very good martinis, which come with a little sidecar for you to refill with. They have some good happy hour specials during the week, so be on the lookout for those. The prices may seem a bit expensive at first glance but, for what you get, they really aren

I love the laid back atmosphere. A great place to chill out, enjoy some really good drinks and good company. I like the big comfy couches and the small intimate lounge areas. A plus is the sushi bar! I didn’t expect that coming here I’m planning to go back and enjoy some adult time with my hubby. Lots of fun!

Great choice of cocktails! Most of them are very creative. Tini Tuesday is most definitely worth it. The service is fantastic but some nights it can be slow. Outdoor seating is a fantastic option in the summer. Last time I went the cigar selection was very limited but they just started serving Sushi so that makes up for it, somewhat. Fun for girl’s night :)

I’m from Dallas and we came here after my friends wedding. The bride literally wore her wedding dress. We enjoyed it so much and we loved our server, Leah. We had a large group and she handled it with ease and a smile on her face. She was very helpful with drink recommendations and the sushi was deelish! I highly recommend this lounge if you’re in the area and make sure you give a shoutout to Leah! Tell her the wedding party sent you!

Checked this bar out for the first time. The ambience was nice. The bar is very big yet cozy. There are couches and even traditional tables. Seems like a great place for a date or to meet friends for drinks. I tried a couple different mixed drinks. They were good but not strong. The drink menu has a wide variety.

Cannot mess with a legend. Very funky and cool place. Best time to visit is when you can enjoy the fantastic patio. The inside is fun and eclectic with different rooms for your drinking pleasure. The original piano man there is fantastic (sad he’s gone). The cocktails are delicious and they offer a wide variety for all your tastes. Good place to start a night!

This place makes a mean Cosmo! And all the martinis come with a side car which is an added bonus! But get there early (before 9) if you want to get a seat on one of the comfy couches. This place has a great urban/​chic/​funky atmosphere and ‘Tini Tuesday specials!

Went with the wife on a Sat night. Rolled in about 10pm. Wasn’t too crowded. She loved her martini x2 and I enjoyed my drinks as well. Awesome sushi. Cool atmosphere. Felt like a local hang out. Had a great crowd around midnight. Friendly staff and good vibes. Warning: walking up the hill after a few drinks can be challenging.

Okay place.

By far my favorite place in Birmingham. We go nearly every night we get off work. Frankie, Bill, Eric, and Jessica are wonderful. It’s so relaxed. The patio is the best in town. It’s so welcoming and the drinks are amazing.

Love coming here. Always have fun and get some of the best drinks in town. Best spot to drinks and hang with friends year round.

I come here with my Cali family. They have good happy hour specials and make some of the best mixed drinks. The fun and unique atmosphere is always a bonus

Ummm I’ve almost taken naps on the couches in the back more times than I’d like to admit. Coming to Blue Monkey is a bit like crawling into a cave. I love it.
When friends/​family come into town, I bring them here. Always. You’ll typically catch me here at least one night of the weekend. I haven’t had a bad drink yet — my favorite so far is the pomegranate martini. Nut & Berries is DELISH. Oh, and you get a sidecar. What’s not to love?
The vibes are great here. Piano dude in the back makes the night.

I love to stop by Blue Monkey occasionally to enjoy a drink with my friends on the weekend. The location, ambiance, and funky décor are some of the best features of the lounge. I always feel like I’m in a cave or speakeasy in the 1920s because it’s partially underground (it’s really more like in the basement) in a historic building. Try the instant buzz drink-​it will help you kick start your evening. Besides the good drinks, I come to hear the piano man. To be honest, I know his whole music set list and jokes by heart at this point after stopping by over the last couple of years. As redundant and corny as it may seem, I still laugh and enjoy myself each time I come despite hearing the same songs and jokes. It can get crowded at Blue Monkey but it is so worth dropping in occasionally or if your new to Birmingham!