Monkey House

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  Great little bar with a thriving live music scene. A couple decent pool tables. Always has great beer and drink specials. And I love that they are open and let you wait for tables at food spots up and down the street when needed.

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  Posted on 06.03.13 M L.

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  The reviews from 2011 and earlier for this place don't do any justice.
  
  Though this place has looked the same, there has been huge improvements, most notably their beer selection. They carry some of the best microbrews that you will find in the greater Burlington area. Their kegs are constantly rotated and you'll find some beers that you won't find in other craftbeer pubs around town.
  
  The bartenders are extremely chill, friendly, and attentive. it's one of those local dive bars with interesting / edgy clientele. If you want to avoid hippies, rich Vermonters from Shelburne/Charlotte, and douchey bros, this is probably the place for you.
  
  I took off one star because their drinks are usually more expensive than some of the craft-beer pubs downtown.
  
  Tip: You can order half sizes of beer

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  Posted on 05.22.13 Shohei I.

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  I've always appreciated the Monkey House as not only a great bar (fair prices, good selection, nice atmosphere) but also as a true supporter of the local arts scene.  There are always different selections of paintings from local artists on display around the bar, and it's one of the few venues in the area that will allow newer/non-mainstream artists (whether they be musicians, comedians, etc.) have stage time to present their work.  And beyond local shows, because of the Monkey House's collaboration with Angioplasty Media and Burlington Shows, they are able to book a lot of upcoming acts from out of town.  A great bar, a great music venue & a true asset to the Greater Burlington arts scene!

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  Posted on 04.01.13 Jay B.

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  We love coming here as our friendly neighborhood bar. There is a variety of live music and the bartenders are really nice.  The owner Ryan is awesome - in fact we asked his company, Fluid Bar, to bar-tend at our wedding.  And he let us use the Monkey House that night for a private after-party free of charge!  There are two pool tables in the back if you want to play games with friends.
  
  One thing to know is that the bar does not serve food but you can bring food in from outside.  They atmosphere is laid-back and the vibe is chill.  You may even catch a live show.  There is a decent selection of VT beer on tap.

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  Posted on 03.09.13 Gee D.

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  I had been in here a few times before and had an okay experience. Never impressed by the selection on draft. Last time I was in, the bartender was drunk behind the bar and was extremely rude to my friend until we left. Never going back.

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  Posted on 09.30.12 Mariel L.

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  My boyfriend and I were visiting from MA and went to a couple different bars. This was by far the best one we found. Friendly staff, good beer selection, and just a good overall atmosphere.  We'll definitely be returning there on our next trip to the Burlington area!

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  Posted on 05.29.11 Kara L.

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  Great draft selection, good Bourbon, and friendly staff... what more could you ask for?
  
  The live music is hit or miss, but that's kind of part of its charm.

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  Posted on 05.20.11 Ben M.

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  its in the nook so beware.  pseudo ethnic decor.
  
  not to busy.
  
  go if u know there is a event.  otherwise probably not

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  Posted on 02.24.09 Michael M.

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  I met my girlfriend at the monkey.  The only people in the place were my roommate (who's boyfriend was in the band), the bartender, myself, and a lone woman at the bar (who's boyfriend was also in the band).  Well, she's mine now Geoff!
  
  This place is fun and funky.  They have great beers on tap, a decent pool table, quality bartenders who also make GRILLED CHEESE, live music every night, and strange furniture that is way too low to the ground.  I credit this place with the revitalization of Winooski.

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  Posted on 12.06.06 Quinn S.

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