Great menu. Great staff. No complaints from me. Word to the wise-- Try the Absinthe!
(5)
Tarsh G.
The lady behind the bar was pretty awful. No hint of a smile or giving a shit at all. Although I have found in New Orleans that smiles are apparently only for special occasions. Or maybe it's just too hot to use those muscles? Anyway, I had the BBQ burger with their 'special BBQ sauce'. It came out of a generic supermarket bottle, not even trying to be a gourmet version, let alone made in-house which I had foolishly assumed. It was a basic burger, the redeeming feature was the sweet potato fries, yum! Like another reviewer said, I wasn't given cutlery either so it was all hands in.
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Mark D.
We stumbled in here purely by accident. We were glad we did. The atmosphere was cozy; the lights tastefully dim. The bartender, Lorna, was busy, but still found time to be cordial and conversational. My Po' Boy was pretty dog-gone tasty. I did not expect this from "bar food." We also ordered a club, which seems like a ridiculous thing to do at a bar, but it, too, was fresh and delicious. Our drinks were refreshing and "generous", if you nomsayin'. All-in-all, a very good experience!
(5)
Treetta M.
Off the beaten path of the French Quarter in New Orleans. The Cooper Monkey was one door away from our hotel. We passed it several times and finally said lets go in there it seems like the locals frequent there. We were able to purchase Hurricane cocktails for $7.50 instead of 10.00 or more boy were they tasty and alcohol filled without being frozen they were served on the rocks. Let's talk food we ordered the shrimp creole over a bed of white rice the shrimp was amazingly seasoned the creole sauce was oh so spicy but not overbearing. I ordered the Whitney special which is plenty for two people it consisted of mashed potatoes nacho cheese with bacon sprinkled throughout the dish garnished with chicken tenders topped with sour cream. Cooper Monkey is worth your time sorry we didn't get there sooner. Definitely a four star from me.
Stopped here on a Friday evening to grab a few drinks. The place is quite small, that creates a nice a cozy atmosphere, I like that. Unfortunately they don't have that much draft beer choice, but ton's of vodka though. We had a good time there, the waitress was really nice and friendly. Although we didn't had anything, the food seem to be delicious here.
Great burgers...1/2 lb of beef severed on a great bun. Plenty of Shrimp on the Po Boy. Great and friendly bar tender, Zoe. A definite stop for drinks and food.
(5)
Brian B.
Nice place to duck in to when in the Quarter. I just came across is while walking down Conti St. Small place with a big bar (typical New Orleans), they have a nice menu. Bartender was super friendly as well. I had a wrap, it was good, it served its purpose. Prices are average for NOLA. Nothing to set it apart from any of the other bar/restaurants in the Quarter, but I did enjoy it.
(4)
Mike G.
Bro it was hot as hell in here, turn on the freaking A/C!!!! It was funny though, we were sitting at the bar with a couple who lives 5 minutes from us in Houston. Made some new friends. Way to hot in here though!!!
(3)
Ashley H.
This is a decent place right off Burbon! Feels a little less like the hustle and bustle tourist bars. The atmosphere is nice and they have many Nola specialties, as do most of the places close by. These prices are fair and reasonable though, a decent change after you've been spending upwards of $30 for meals in the French Quarter. Definitely trying the monkey buns next time, from the pictures they look fantastically and guiltily delicious. We heard a woman we went on a tour with talking about them.
(3)
Kevin L.
This bar is located a bit off Bourbon Street so it's not as crowded or rowdy. I came here because it was one of the last bars still open late at night with food. We split an order of nachos which were huge, but delicious. The bartender was nice and attentive. The atmosphere was snug and cozy compared to the crowd on Bourbon Street.
(4)
Matt G.
Jeepers! Great bar open all night with exceptional grub. The whitney mashed potatoes and monkey bums (beignes with banana) are to die for. One of the best around town.
(5)
Chris L.
This place is a nice find. It's off the bourbon street but not far from it. This place is also open at all hours. You can get feed in the middle of the night. It seems as this is the place to go after the bourbon street workers close out. The menu is pretty simple here and surprisingly tasty. Get a cat fish po boy. Can't go wrong with that. It's crispy breaded and fried. Although, i was drunk it still tasted awesome. The barkeep here was also really friendly and was able to hold an interesting conversation.
(4)
Al D.
Inexpensive, good-quality food, cheap drinks and a nice little patio out back. Better than 75% of other eateries in the immediate area.
(4)
Alyx N.
Good food, slow service. Bar tender was great when we arrived and got drinks right away, but ordered food and after 30 minutes waiting had to ask and they hadn't even started it yet. Food was good once we got it though, so may be just an off night for them.
(3)
Amanda S.
Ducked in for a late lunch on a Saturday afternoon. Bartender was VERY generous with the pours and very friendly. Gumbo and jambalaya were good for dive bar food. Visited in early August and air conditioning was on full blast, very comfortable. Would visit again.
(4)
Vinny P.
Let me note, before I start my review, that, as is true of all of my reviews, this review is only for the food and service, and for the liquor, since I do not drink alcoholic drinks. This is a great little pub on Conti, a few doors down from Bourbon Street. The food is great, the service is great, and the interior is nice: a very comfortable old French Quarter pub with no pretenses. I have eaten a quiet dinner of a big juicy custom-made hamburger many times at this pub during my stays in the Quarter. Whenever I am eating dinner here, I almost always ask to be seated at one of the two small tables located in the tiny outdoor patio near the rear of the bar area, Now, when I say "outdoor patio", let me explain that the term "outdoor" means simply that it is open to the sky above. The patio is very small, and is fully enclosed on a all sides by buildings and building walls, and is largely used by the restaurant for storage of some cleaning supplies, but the little patio is very cozy, very cute, and a perfect place for one or two persons (or perhaps three or four if you wanted to push the envelope a bit...) to eat a quite dinner in a great little enclosed outdoor space. And yes, during rainstorms, despite all the surrounding buildgins and stairwells, some of the rain does reach the little patio, at least the portions of the patio that are not shielded by overhead balconies or stairwells. I have NEVER encountered any other customers when I have eaten my dinners on this patio; I have always had it all to myself, and all of the staff, including both bar waitstaff and the kitchen staff, seem to appreciate what a beautiful little secluded place this is, and they are always very respectful of my privacy when I am eating there, and yet they also manage to be very solicitous of my needs, and ask if I might need anything else with my meal. So, this tiny outdoor patio is a very well-kept secret! And, it is not for everyone! It is tiny, there is old equipment stored along its edges, and it is in a beautiful state of mild disrepair, and, as you would expect with any really good dive bar, there is something a bit shabby about the patio. In fact, I cannot believe that location scouts for Hollywood studios do not have both the bar itself, and particularly this little outdoor dining patio, booked six months out of the year for "atmospheric" film shoots! BTW, their burgers are very good, as is all of their food!
(4)
Julie S.
Great service and great gumbo! We didn't see any pics of gumbo, so we were hesitant to order it. The bartender recommended it and the shrimp creole in the New Orleans section, and the gumbo did not disappoint! Loaded with smoked sausage, chicken and okra = YUM! Also enjoying the classic rock jukebox.
(5)
Pattie R.
This place is awesome...great food..beverages a plenty...staff very friendly...two thumbs up
(5)
Ashley H.
I randomly ended up here one afternoon when wandering the Quarter. It's a small bar, non-smoking (don't let the cigarette machine fool you) with a patio area out back. The Miller High Life ponies in the cooler caught my eye and I settled in for a trip bank in time. (I don't know about you, but it's been a hot minute since I had a pony-sized beer in a bar.) So, the bartender was nice enough, but she was slow in making sure I had a full beverage. (Damn ponies.) I switched to regular size and things got better. We ordered some snacks to help fuel us on in our adventure. I got the crawfish poppers and they were absolutely disgusting. I attempted to eat one, spit it out, offered one to my friend to confirm the nastiness and pushed them aside. When I ordered them, the waitress said they were like crawfish hush puppies. Well, more like crawfish hush puppy dough because they were pretty much raw except for the very outside. No one bothered to ask how the food was and I wasn't trying to rock any boats that day, so I just paid for them when we closed out and made a mental note. Food aside, the atmosphere was okay. The bathroom was clean. The prices were decent. Would I make Copper Monkey a destination? More than likely not. Would I go back in if I happened upon it again? Possibly. Would I eat there again? Not a chance. Well, maybe those monkey buns that I should've gotten instead, but probably not. All in all, I'm giving them 2.5 stars and rounding up.
(3)
Jamie R.
Their burger is easily as good as Yo Mama's and more consistently made correctly. I like the shrimp creole here too. Bartenders are attentive. The vibe is touristy but not overly so. The banana stuffed beignets magically cure hangovers. They have a wide variety of absinthe and a dripper setting them apart from most area dive bars.
(3)
Sharon B.
Haven't even got our food yet, but the brunette-ponytail bartender could give two shits for anyone here. Nasty, bitchy, and just a pill to deal with. Take a look in...if she's not there, stop and have a drink! Very cheesy grilled cheese! Yummy!
(2)
Travis H.
Might be the most comprehensive and laid back bar in New Orleans.
(4)
Yelena D.
The service was horrible. The bartender ignored me and my friends and served people that came in after us until we flagged her down. She then condescendingly took our IDs and ignored us some more. The food was pretty gross, I guess they're used to super drunk people eating the food so they don't try too hard. They didn't give us silverware for the food, and when we asked the bartender rolled her eyes once again. My friend ordered gumbo and didn't get a spoon... But she was too scared to ask for one after our bartender was so rude the first couple times, so she just attempted to eat it with a fork. Honestly, there are so many better places in NOLA to eat, skip this place and go elsewhere!
(1)
Leigh C.
This place was a great find! I landed there at a terrible time, but; they were great none the less. I say that because a waitress was changing shifts and a guy (who was off but apparently working the night at another local bar) confirmed that he couldn't come in since they could use the help. Basically- it was a bit slow getting my food because they had an unexpected rush. I was only in town a few days and had the one meal at Copper Monkey. A group of locals walked in while I was sitting there and I overheard them talking about how they always go to the Copper Monkey. I had a nice spot near the door so I could catch interesting characters walking by periodically. I will say that I tried their beignets and they were heavier than others. I'd stick to their other food and grab some beignets elsewhere.
(3)
Jessica-Marie M.
Food 24 hours a day. Plus its delicious food. Its not right on Bourbon street so you get a slightly less drunk crowd, although they are still drunk of course. They have a pretty big food menu and a big variety of beers on tap too. I loved the food and I was expecting it to be sub-par because I ordered it at 2am. They have a lot of New Orleans style dishes as well as just regular bar food you would expect anywhere like nachos and chili. Our server was great and the food came out quickly and prices were pretty good. Overall we were happy we stopped by
(4)
Denise H.
This was one of the places we hit the first night of our stay in NOLA. It was ok not great not bad. Service was ok. Woman who brought out our food i think was also the only one in the kitchen so food took a little bit but she was very nice and came right back to clean up when we were done. Again not a bad experience just on the "meh" side of things.
(3)
Jessica H.
Was in NOLA for a work conference for several days. I ate at several restaurants but always seemed to get a late night craving. Ended up grabbing late night food here three times! Burgers-AMAZING Tots-AMAZING Poppers-AMAZING I would recommend this place for late night, grab and go!
(4)
Anthony T.
Cool little place to grab a drink and some food in the french quarter. Not so amazing that you'll be dying to go back, but solid options and friendly service. You can't go wrong with this place.
(3)
Olga K.
I absolutely adore the copper monkey. It's a total late night French quarter gem. Amazing staff, lovely food, cheap drinks. Definitely a service industry hangout. Thanks for existing !
(5)
lura m.
It was a late night, we were starving, but I'm not gonna lie - the bartender rocked and the food was solid. Chicken fingers and fries for me, a peanut butter burger for the husband with sweet potato fries. The burger was amazing! I'm not certain the peanut butter was necessary, but my husband thought it was delicious. For late night munchies in NOLA I'd give it two thumbs up!
(5)
Brittany S.
Stopped in for a drink and dinner. The gumbo was fantastic. Food and drinks are priced well and the service was prompt and polite. The bartender even recommended some other stops for us on our trip.
(4)
Jahan M.
Simple, affordable, and good food at this small dive bar. One of those order-at-the-bar deals but otherwise a comfortable experience. The location is great--just off of Bourbon but away from the noise. Our bartender/waitress was friendly and hustled quite a bit to stay on top of their rush. The menu was a lot of the NOLA classics that would appeal to a shameless tourist such as myself and though the recipes were hardly like the fancy restaurants in the district, they made for great comfort food.
(4)
Diana U.
When I order a cheeseburger at a restaurant, I usually eat half of it and save the other half for later. This was not the case for the Copper Monkey, because I ate most of it! Order the BBQ burger with cheddar and tator tots as a side!
(5)
Carolina A.
Fantastic little bar and best Absinthe drink I've ever had! They make it the traditional way with the sugar cube and everything...definitely worth the drink. ;)
(5)
Derrick R.
Great atmosphere low key and the bartenders are fun.... The grilled chicken Caesar wrap is great !!!!!
(4)
Gary B.
This is a pretty solid little spot to grab something to eat whether it be lunch or something late night. They've got a ribeye there for $20ish that I've ordered at 3am and at lunch and it's better than a lot of places that call themselves a steakhouse. Reasonable priced drinks and friendly service make the copper monkey a great place to hang out or just grab a quick bite.
(4)
Edward S.
The bartender s were friendly and the food is good if you go get the monkey buns they are awesome
(4)
Pam D.
Stumbled into this place -right off Bourbon Street--quiet bar serving food !!! Best Red Beans & Rice and Jambalaya!!!! Cold beer tasted great on this hot day !!
(4)
Christie P.
Went on St Patty's night and the only bartender was trying to take food and drink orders (including window customers). Felt bad for the guy but he had great attitude. Laid back bar/grill with a good selection of food and drinks. Stuffed mushrooms are huge and worth the wait. We had hamburgers and both were cooked correctly. Food did take awhile to get and we ended up going to bar and ordering drinks after first round but again that was no fault of bartender.
(4)
Emily M.
We love it here. It's kind of a dive but the waitresses are so nice and the food is great. They even remembered us from a visit the year before. The portions are HUGE. We were so full from lunch that we never ate dinner. I had the Oyster Po Boy - with tater tots - and my husband had the Catfish Po Boy. Both were so yummy. I liked the red beans and rice but it was a little spicy for me. (I'm a wimp). The gumbo my husband had was fantastic and not too spicy. The bloody mary was great too. Don't let this place get too popular or it will ruin the vibe. Enjoy it on the down low.
(5)
John S.
My wife and I were just looking for some food after rolling in from Memphis. ThCopper Monkey was about 2 blocks from the hotel and looked interesting. It looked like just what we were looking for; relatively inexpensive, cold beer and some NOLA tastes. We ordered the shrimp and grits but the cook came out and said he didn't want to serve the grits he had and it would take awhile. He recommended the Scampi Conti Shrimp (it was the same 10 bucks) so we deferred to his judgment. WOW!! We were so glad we did. That scampi may have been the best I have ever had. The shrimp was fresh and tender, the linguini cooked perfectly and the sauce was outstanding. The seasoning in the creamy sauce was just the right blend or savory and just a small bit of heat. The bartender was quite gregarious and apologized for the lack of many draft beers but we had a blonde ale out of Baton Rouge that was delicious and complemented the scampi perfectly for our tastes. The cook was genuinely interested that we enjoyed our meal and we assured him we were quite pleased. My first experience in New Orleans has started out well. Today it is onto something different.
(5)
Lindsay M.
This place was great! We stopped in here on a Tuesday night! Not busy at all but we had stellar service! The drink was amazing (came in a fish bowl) and our food was amazing! They have such a wide variety from New Orleans cuisine to your all American food. I had the Caesar wrap... Yum! Warm and perfect. The cook brings your food out and is such a sweetheart! My boyfriend had the club wrap and his was great too! We love our food and will definitely be back to try the gumbo and jambalaya which looked irresistible! Definitely try this place!
(5)
Holly W.
Great place to get away from the craziness, yet close enough to get right back into it. Affordable drinks and nice atmosphere.
(3)
Arkham R.
Cozy local dive with good food and attentive bartender. A nice respite from the Bourbon Street bustle. Mostly locals.
(3)
Mike M.
This is a nice local bar with a simple but good menu for casual dining. We had the crab cake appetizer which was tasty. The garden salad was ok. My wife and I had Po Boy sandwiches. She had the fried catfish and I had the grilled shrimp. We both thought the food was great and service efficient and friendly. We would return! Was this review helpful?
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Peter H.
Take a break and escape from Bourbon Street on a rowdy Saturday night. Dart into this lively, but relaxed bar with a homely local atmosphere for a drink or two before you return to the madness. (side note: Our Irish-born bartender was so charming, accommodating and genuinely nice. What a doll. *cartoon hearts*)
(4)
Andrew N.
Came here because we sat down at another place down main strip to get some green fairies. They didnt even look at us or notice us. That place was twice as much for two drinks. This place was half price. I quickly yelped it and foudn them a block away. Just off main street. Either way. The bar tender was friendly and talked to us. But the whole show on for the absinthe. Food was cheap. There were other also who were ordering food. Place was actualy cleaner than a couple of the other bars we walked into as well.
(4)
Shelley P.
My fav place to eat in the quarter. The bartenders are personable. I went back twice so I could try more menu items. Local beer on tap plus many more local bottles too. This is one block off bourbon, open late, and offers wonderful late night snacks. Go where the locals go!
(5)
Jamie H.
Six of us came in on our first day in New Orleans; it was raining and we were hopping from one place to the next. We just sat at the bar and had a few drinks. I liked the vibe of the place and it had a cute outdoor patio area out back, which was unusable due to the rain. The waitress was personable and offered up some suggestions of places to go in the area. Pop in for a drink if you're in the area!
(4)
Katie K.
One of my favorite places to go have a drink and not be bothered by tourists... The bartenders are great and the food is definitely great, especially if you've been drinking. My one complaint is this: the kitchen guys do not wear gloves or hairnets. I saw one of them using a mop and then stuck his bare hand in a bag of fries, then drop them in the oil. Thank goodness I didn't eat any fries that night...
(3)
Bob B.
Visited 1/5 and it's really more of a 3.5 star. After walking out on the ridiculous menu at Bombay (see that review if it's not deleted by yelp), I read the menus at Oceana and I was watching the take out orders leaving the CM. Well, this sparked my interest as I figured few people would order take out from a crappy place. Yes, it's divey, but I jumped in a got a pretty good shrimp po'boy w/ a craft beer for under $19 before tip. I would have hoped for a little more of what looked like a remoulade, but it was a little heavy w/ a horseradish sauce. Still, quite good. Definitely worth the trip for a quick/reasonable meal.
(3)
mono b.
Stopped in for a late drink and snack. On first impression, it's a sort of dive bar which is just my scene. Our group of 5 was able to sit snuggled around a high top. Drinks were reasonably priced. They didn't have a waitress when we came in so we had to order at the bar, which sort of a pain but The bartender and kitchen staff were nice. I had a catfish po'boy with tater tots. Both were good. Who doesn't love tater tots! We also had the mozzarella sticks which were good. Overall I liked this place.
(3)
Elizabeth J.
One word- Monkey Buns....just get it- OMG!!! Hot beignet right out the fryer, stuffed with banana and a decadent caramel sauce, covered in powdered sugar - it is pure heaven! So happy we ended up deciding to go for it. Although piping hot, we just couldn't stop eating them-yes, they're that good....just get it
(5)
Jessica H.
Happened upon The Copper Monkey after long days of drinking. V was our bartender and The Whitney Special was our salvation......So that we could continue on with the drinking of course super awesome place to relax and then get back to it .
(5)
Sean O.
It's true that almost any food tastes better when you're hungover. Regardless, I'd say our first visit to the Monkey was very impressive. It's a small, comfy, clean bar with a little bit of a divey feel. Decent beer selection including several Lazy Magnolias on tap. Wasn't in the mood for absinthe, but impressed with their selection of those too. Mrs. Pickles had the fried oyster poboy. Not huge, but very tasty. Mr. Pickles (who was the real hungover one) had the ribeye quesadilla. I believe the the words I used when I saw the cook on our way out rhymed with "ducking blossom, man".
(4)
Louise V.
As many others I stumbled across this place. I was with a group of friends on our way back to our hotel after having had dinner. But then we heard the jukebox playing an old Backstreet Boys song, followed by an old Britney. So we thought what the heck, and went in to have a drink. One turned to a whole night of sing-along with the jukebox and relatively cheap drinks compared to Bourbon Street. It was great. Next time I'm in N.O I'll definitely try to come back, maybe eat there this time
(5)
Hunter B.
After a recommendation from a friend, we tried this bar with a limited menu as a place to hit up for a late lunch. We wanted authentic New Orleans cuisine and I think that we did a pretty good job in finding it. I got the Catfish Po' Boy and my partner got the Jambalaya and everything was on POINT! Our bartender was Polish and every other bartender there seems to be of a different ethnicity. It was cool but at the same time it was a little difficult to understand the whole 'flow' of the joint. Regardless, the food was good and almost all of their beers are imported. Oh, and I forgot to add, this is one of about 6 bars in the French Quarter that serves ABSINTHE. That's right, from anywhere from $12-$24 a pop, you can get sleazy off of the legendary 'hallucinogenic' alcohol. We passed...for now, but this is a pretty cool place to check out to escape from the craziness of the Quarter! Cheers!
(4)
Wes D.
Came early in the night. Super nice bartenders who took the time to talk to use thoroughly about absinthe. First try of the stuff here, real tasty Jukebox was an electronic one which we had an iPhone app for allowing us to select songs. Pretty small place but super chill in the early evening.
(5)
Trini G.
This is a nice chilled place to relax and get terrific bar food. Is this the best burger I have had? No. Is this one of the best burgers in a bar, Hell yes!
(5)
Dan S.
Nice place. A little rough around the edges but pretty decent. Good menu selection. The crayfish e'touffe is amazing.
(4)
Brian M.
The wife and I came here on a whim. The food was incredible! The Whitney special is amazing. I had the red beans and rice and the jambalaya. I loved them both. Bartender/server was super nice. He checked on us 4 or 5 times and chatted with us. He told us they deliver locally. Give this place a try.
(5)
Tami L.
The burgers are awesome, the happy hour beer prices are great for Nola, and the servers are down to earth and easy going. Great hole-in-a-wall bar.
(4)
Mecca E.
The food is great and this weekend was really busy so food was about a 45 minute wait but worth it. The bartender, Vick, was great and did his best. Overall great place to eat and drink.
(5)
Frank B.
The service was great. Super nice bartender. The crab cake bites where amazing!!! The quesadilla was not bad either. Grilled cheese was mediocre, but the mashed potatoes were awesome. Great place for a late night bite.
(4)
Stephen D.
Came here for a late(r) night Jambalaya and cocktail This place is a little grimy, but still has some charm. They also carry about 10 different Absinthe(s). The menu is extensive and has all of the favorites of NOLA. We had eaten dinner about 2 hours before, but we were craving some Jambalaya. The Jambalaya here is rich and tasty, not too spicy just perfectly satisfying. The bartender was really friendly and helpful even though his shift was about to end. There were smokers and although the doors were opened, it can get a little smoky here. I'm sure all of the other food is good too, check it out if you are stuck for a place to eat.
(4)
kayce j.
Best burger in NOLA! This is a cute swanky little bar just off Bourbon! Loved every minute we spent there!
(5)
Michelle D.
We stumbled upon this bar one evening when we and friends were visiting NOLA. It is what I would consider more appealing than any of the bars on Bourbon Street, etc. and I noticed quite a few locals in the place. The food is wonderful. We had the jambalaya, shrimp and grits, scampi, crab cake appetizers and a few others. The food is clearly prepared with love and is authentic. The chef came out to check on us twice and even gave my friend a few recipes. The bar tender was attentive and friendly. Originally from Ireland, she's been a transplant for at least a decade and great to talk with. We were so thankful that we passed by all the touristy bars with the frozen pizza and daiquiris and chose the Copper Monkey!
(5)
Dale S.
Always a staple stop while in Nola. Everything I have ever tried at this grill had been excellent. Great staff.. Always recommend.
(5)
Davin L.
Our group had the jambalaya and it was pretty good. At the end of the meal we saw a rat running around in the kitchen....which made it taste less good. I will give them the benefit if the doubt that the rat doesn't live there full time, but hope that they do something about it. I took off the traditional two stars for allowing a rat in the kitchen.
(1)
Richard N.
Went for lunch, had a burger and met a client who always ate there. It was ok. It's a bar that sells food. It's not like you gotta go because of this unique item, but was ok. During the day kinda slow. I could imagine it would be better at night.
(3)
C B.
Let me start off this review by saying that Megan is our favorite bartender in New Orleans!!! Super knowledgeable and friendly! We didn't have any food but the atmosphere was great, drinks were on the money, and again, bartender was excellent!!! Thanks Megan!!!
(5)
Jeff C.
Want to see a vegan with a taste for blood? Even look like you're about to fuck with her french fries. My Favorite Vegan was feeling a little crazy after being out in French Quarter Fest and not having enough starchy carbs throughout the day. She needed french fries. With the lines making it hard to scan food booth signs for the simple sliced potatoes we attempted to find fries at Somethin' Else cafe only to discover their fryer was broken. The line was out the door at Oceana (must have been due to all that advertising on WWL radio) we ducked into here and got lucky to snag a table because a guy got fed up waiting for a drink. And then we waited. And waited. And waited. We waited a while and started wondering if we were going to catch Jerry Embree play but finally we were able to place a quick order for a large order of fries for MFV, some fried mozzarella for me, and a couple Abita Ambers. The waitress brought out the beers quickly enough then said. "It's going to be a while." O_o O_O 10 out of 10 for honesty but minus 1 million for "a while" since it seems like a long time for fries. Fortunately, a while wasn't that long and everything came out quickly much to the satisfaction of MFV. Then it started getting weird. (Not weird by New Orleans standards especially during a festival but weird none the less.) One older guy walks out from the back, stops at out table, looks at MFV's fries and asks "Are you going to eat all of that?" My Favorite Vegan is nothing but polite and was able to confirm that she was in fact eating all of those even though she still had a rather crazed look in her eye. 5 minutes later drunk frat guy walk by the our table screaming "FRENCH FRIES!" If he took one step closer we may have had a vegan with a taste for blood on our hands. In the end, the only red in her basket was ketchup and we made it in time to see Jerry. The lesson learned, never mess with my favorite vegan and her fries.
(3)
Chester R.
hung here for a couple nights watching the sports game while I was in town.....great location for people watching....solid drinks...affordable.....and fantastic bar food.....the whitney special is insane...and the monkey buns are food crack.
(4)
Laura K.
Our first stop while in New Orleans. It was late Thursday night/early Friday morning. Drinks were great, food was unexpectedly fabulous. The bartender was entertaining and friendly. Definitely not touristy. Loved it!
(4)
Michelle C.
I had a Chicken Ceaser wrap with sweet potato fries-very good! Took long for our Spinach Artichoke dip to come out, but not too bad. The bartender was nice, very welcoming. My boyfriend had a seafood gumbo which he liked a lot! We also had the MONKEY BUNS!! TOOOO Good...this was our first time trying the Beignettes, so we had nothing to compare them to, but they were AMAZING. We also got Beignettes at Cafe Du Monte a couple days later and they were a lot more dense than the ones at Copper Monkey. I dont know which one was more "authentic" I really don't see how you could really mess them up....I definately prefer the ones here because they are light and fluffy. WAYYYYYY too much powdered sugar, but i am pretty sure thats how they are supposed to be....I dusted it off, and it was even better! yum yum!
(4)
Colleen M.
This place was like a beacon of light in the otherwise raucous insanity of all the mardi gras bourbon street hoopla. I'm a dive bar/good beer/conversation kind of chick. While I love the craziness I gotta have someplace to go to take a step back and slow it down a bit. This was that place. I know Mardi gras isn't the place to reconnect with long lost friends but when that is the first place you've gotten to see them in a year or so you kind of want to be able to hear each other at some point in the night. Stumbled (quite literally) upon this place, sat at the bar and enjoyed a beer in a place where I could actually hear what my friends were saying. The bartender was attentive and the people in the bar seemed to mostly be composed of regulars. Everyone seemed to know each other and that is the perfect bar atmosphere as far as I am concerned. If I lived local I'd be a regular.
(4)
Bettina G.
Had a lunch and late night dinner here. The sweet potato fries were the absolute best. We went back three times just to snack on those. Also had a wrap and club sandwich, both which were great as well. Cute little bar, great service, perfect location from our hotel room.
(5)
Chris H.
Peanut butter hamburger was great! Monkey buns make my taste buds happy. Some of the friendliest service I've had in New Orleans.
(5)
Steve I.
I go here mainly for the monkey buns (banana-stuffed beignets)!!! I am not a fan of beignets in general but the monkey buns are wonderful. For $6 you get 4 of these magnificent treats. Cool friendly bartenders, drinks made right, and lots of friendly folks frequent the place. A bar I come to again and again because it has all the right ingredients (did I mention those monkey buns?).
(4)
Sherri W.
I'm sorry, why do you even have a Touch Tunes jukebox if you are going to turn it off as soon as I've played a song? Rude!
(1)
Deborah E.
I cannot say enough about this place! If I could give it more stars I would. When looking at it, this looks like a typical New Orleans French Quarter bar. But then I ordered the Hurricane. THE BEST HURRICANE EVER! Be careful because they are lethal. After two, you might start flirting with the nice lamp post down the street. Make sure to ask them to make it by hand. The premade ones are not as good. The bar staff is wonderful and the clientelle is laid back and very good. I have not had the food there and you need to order at the bar. But it is a great place to while away an hour or two. I would highly recommend it!
(5)
Dusty B.
Another great bar in NOLA! The place sort of called me in. The place is a little divey which is what I like. The bartender was super nice and cool. Thanks, S.C.!
(4)
David P.
Some friends and I were trying to find a place one night and stumbled into Copper Monkey. We were so hungry we were willing to eat anything, even though we heard warnings of eating at dive bars in NO. They are the exemption. Food was awesome, Atmosphere was awesome, the pretty bartender was awesome. After the Erin Rose, this is my 2nd favorite bar in NO.
(4)
Amanda C.
Went here last night to try out these Monkey Buns. I'm not sure why anyone was intimidated to go in here; it seems pretty normal. It's actually really well-lit and not crowded. The only thing that's off-putting (as a female) is that me and the bartender were the only ones. But, she totally didn't care and got on with the customers as if she didn't even notice, which put me at ease. In about 10 minutes these things came out and for some unexplainable reason, the beignet packaging isn't hot but GOOD LORD THOSE BANANAS ARE PIPING! Sadly, they didn't live up to my expectations. I LOVE the idea of banana stuffed beignets but I was expecting to see actual mushy bananas in there, not some brown unidentified goop. Either way, the bartender was sweet and the place seemed fine. If I'm ever in the mood for round two, I'll go back.
(3)
N W.
Small place but it's a great find for a quick bite to eat and drink. Feels like a local bar from home. Bartender is mad cool
(4)
Ryan C.
Awesome food considering its a bar. Great 24 hour menu. Generous portions and pretty good quality if I may say so. Friendly staff and clean restrooms which can be hard to find in the FQ. Swing on in and check it out.
(5)
Sara F.
Good place to go if you're a hot guy who wants to flirt with a bartender. HORRIBLE place to go if you're a normal human being looking to be treated as such and get served some food. The waitress didn't write anything down so surprisingly enough when our arrived ONE HOUR later, it was incorrect. She was behind the bar by that time (a busboy brought out our food) and it was impossible to get her attention away from all the guys hitting on her. When she finally did decide to give us the time of day again, she told us it would be another HOUR if we wanted our food remade, or she could just cancel our bill altogether. Made no apology, offered no compensation for HER mistake in the first place, and then immediately went back to serving drinks. NOT a way to treat paying customers at all. I guess since we weren't shoving $20s in her face every five minutes our money didn't matter enough to her. Not only that, but the food was mediocre at best This was my first experience in New Orleans and if the Copper Monkey is what it represents, then I've had more than my fill of the city.
(1)
Alicia B.
When you're drunk and it's 1 a.m. and your hotel bartender says "I don't have food, but next door at Copper Monkey is pretty good. It took me 6 months to work up the courage to go in there, but it's a pretty cool place." you're faced with a dilemma. Do we have the courage or not?! We were ravenous and figured it couldn't be that bad, so we gave it a try. It's a friendly, small bar off the beaten-path of Bourbon Street. They had a ton of beer options and a lot of appetizers and sandwiches. We settled on the greasiest, fattiest options we could find and everything was very tasty! The bartender was speedy at getting everyone's order and our food came out really quick. It wasn't gourmet, by any means, but it was a great after-drinking bite. And not over-priced like it would have been the next street over. Overall, very happy to have drunkenly stumbled in.
(3)
Joy W.
Definitely didn't see an extensive menu... To call this a grill is pushing it. If you want an off the beaten path bar.. It would be great. They really should not be serving food.
(1)
Lisa M.
I'm seeing a trend with the reviews of the Copper Monkey- it seems everyone just "Stumbles into" this place...and that's exactly what we did...Mardi Gras night 2006...needed food while we waited for midnight to watch the police some down Boubon...walked down Conti, peeked in, saw an empty table and headed in. We ordered a bunch of food, including the nachos and some drinks. The nachos are really really good. Or else we have been really really hungry every time we have been here! It's become a tradition to hit the Copper Monkey late night every trip since for some nachos. The bar staff is friendly, and the service is pretty quick. It's a bar. It's clean and there are a few tvs. There is a back patio room, but we have never sat back there. My husband and I watched one of the Saints play off games here in January and had a great time with a bar full of Saints fans! We had the burgers and they were really good. Of special note is the wings. We are from NEPA where we have so many bars that have really good Buffalo style chicken wings. We have searched high and lo in NOLA to find some decent wings. (as we plan to move there, we can't live without wings!). Our search has been unsuccessful as every place that makes wings down there breads them! Wings are not breaded! Well, we were happy to find that the Copper Monkey does them right! They were nice sized, crispy and drenched in wing sauce! I hate to even do a review on the Copper Monkey as it seems to be a nice little French Quarter secret. We've always been lucky to get a table and have brought friends here several times. It's a hidden gem.....
(5)
Marie S.
Happened upon this place looking for some lunch off of Bourbon Street. What a great discovery! Great service, the bartender was extremely helpful and friendly. We tried the crab cake bites which were to die for (we even came back for two more orders the next day.) I had the Whitney Special (mashed potatoes covered in cheese, bacon, sliced chicken strips and sour cream) which was perfect hangover food. Yummy! We even tried the local Saison beer they had on tap and it was by far the best beer I had my whole trip. Which I could get it back home in Arizona. And of course I had to try some Absinthe given their huge selection, and it was better than expected.
(5)
Straw D.
This is our favorite New Orleans bar...and we went to a few! Megan the day bartender is amazing. It's a tough bar to tend and she did an excellent job with excellent service, great communication and a smile. For me the smile was a bonus! the IPA on tap was fresh and good, the gumbo was the beat we had... Reginald was cool preping and serving. For us these kind of place are all about service and this was the best....but be cool, understand where you are and RELAX...you will enjoy this place!
(5)
Sophia L.
I just went in to grab some food to go and ordered the ceasar wrap. It was SOOOO delicious! Being from Cali I assumed it would be a regular cold wrap, tortilla with the cold salad inside, but I pleasantly surprised when it was huge, grilled (warm) and simply yummy. There are a few other wraps to choose from and I bet they are just as good. I also ordered the crab stuffed mushrooms. I can pass on those next time. I would definitely go back, just for the wrap!
(4)
Paul B.
Great place to go to get out of the madness of Bourbon Street, but close enough so you can get right back into it. Great food, prepared the way you expect it. The grilled cheese is just like mom used to make, no gruyere on artisan bread made with cold pressed, cilantro infused olive oil. The burger is generous and they get the concept that medium doesn't mean cooked to the consistency of modeling clay. They also have local dishes like jambalaya, crawfish etoufee and beignets with banana filling. The staff is very friendly, especially Mary and Meaghan (hope I spelled that right) and after an hour you'll feel like you've been going there for years. Drink prices are reasonable for the Quarter and they've got a better selection than most bars, including things like Chartreuse, Fernet Branch, and several varieties of absinthe. A Touch Tunes jukebox lets you play your favorites right from your seat. Stop in here once and it'll become a tradition for all of your future visits to New Orleans.
(5)
Stephanie K.
We came here for lunch on our last day in town, and the food was awesome. Blackened shrimp po'boy, club sandwich, and crawfish etouffee; generous portions, served hot and perfectly seasoned. My only issue was that the bartender was kind of obnoxious. Imagine Hannah from "Girls" but way, way louder. (I'm mere inches from you hon, you don't need to shout in my face). That being said, I'd definitely go back again.
(3)
C M.
Great food,l5 stars! Little off the beaten path but who can't love a good dive bar with great food... will visit many more times. Burger was fantastic.
(5)
Colleen M.
This place was like a beacon of light in the otherwise raucous insanity of all the mardi gras bourbon street hoopla. I'm a dive bar/good beer/conversation kind of chick. While I love the craziness I gotta have someplace to go to take a step back and slow it down a bit. This was that place. I know Mardi gras isn't the place to reconnect with long lost friends but when that is the first place you've gotten to see them in a year or so you kind of want to be able to hear each other at some point in the night. Stumbled (quite literally) upon this place, sat at the bar and enjoyed a beer in a place where I could actually hear what my friends were saying. The bartender was attentive and the people in the bar seemed to mostly be composed of regulars. Everyone seemed to know each other and that is the perfect bar atmosphere as far as I am concerned. If I lived local I'd be a regular.
(4)
Bettina G.
Had a lunch and late night dinner here. The sweet potato fries were the absolute best. We went back three times just to snack on those. Also had a wrap and club sandwich, both which were great as well. Cute little bar, great service, perfect location from our hotel room.
(5)
Chris H.
Peanut butter hamburger was great! Monkey buns make my taste buds happy. Some of the friendliest service I've had in New Orleans.
(5)
Sherri W.
I'm sorry, why do you even have a Touch Tunes jukebox if you are going to turn it off as soon as I've played a song? Rude!
(1)
Steve I.
I go here mainly for the monkey buns (banana-stuffed beignets)!!! I am not a fan of beignets in general but the monkey buns are wonderful. For $6 you get 4 of these magnificent treats. Cool friendly bartenders, drinks made right, and lots of friendly folks frequent the place. A bar I come to again and again because it has all the right ingredients (did I mention those monkey buns?).
(4)
Deborah E.
I cannot say enough about this place! If I could give it more stars I would. When looking at it, this looks like a typical New Orleans French Quarter bar. But then I ordered the Hurricane. THE BEST HURRICANE EVER! Be careful because they are lethal. After two, you might start flirting with the nice lamp post down the street. Make sure to ask them to make it by hand. The premade ones are not as good. The bar staff is wonderful and the clientelle is laid back and very good. I have not had the food there and you need to order at the bar. But it is a great place to while away an hour or two. I would highly recommend it!
(5)
Richard N.
Went for lunch, had a burger and met a client who always ate there. It was ok. It's a bar that sells food. It's not like you gotta go because of this unique item, but was ok. During the day kinda slow. I could imagine it would be better at night.
(3)
C B.
Let me start off this review by saying that Megan is our favorite bartender in New Orleans!!! Super knowledgeable and friendly! We didn't have any food but the atmosphere was great, drinks were on the money, and again, bartender was excellent!!! Thanks Megan!!!
(5)
Amanda C.
Went here last night to try out these Monkey Buns. I'm not sure why anyone was intimidated to go in here; it seems pretty normal. It's actually really well-lit and not crowded. The only thing that's off-putting (as a female) is that me and the bartender were the only ones. But, she totally didn't care and got on with the customers as if she didn't even notice, which put me at ease. In about 10 minutes these things came out and for some unexplainable reason, the beignet packaging isn't hot but GOOD LORD THOSE BANANAS ARE PIPING! Sadly, they didn't live up to my expectations. I LOVE the idea of banana stuffed beignets but I was expecting to see actual mushy bananas in there, not some brown unidentified goop. Either way, the bartender was sweet and the place seemed fine. If I'm ever in the mood for round two, I'll go back.
(3)
N W.
Small place but it's a great find for a quick bite to eat and drink. Feels like a local bar from home. Bartender is mad cool
(4)
Ryan C.
Awesome food considering its a bar. Great 24 hour menu. Generous portions and pretty good quality if I may say so. Friendly staff and clean restrooms which can be hard to find in the FQ. Swing on in and check it out.
(5)
Sara F.
Good place to go if you're a hot guy who wants to flirt with a bartender. HORRIBLE place to go if you're a normal human being looking to be treated as such and get served some food. The waitress didn't write anything down so surprisingly enough when our arrived ONE HOUR later, it was incorrect. She was behind the bar by that time (a busboy brought out our food) and it was impossible to get her attention away from all the guys hitting on her. When she finally did decide to give us the time of day again, she told us it would be another HOUR if we wanted our food remade, or she could just cancel our bill altogether. Made no apology, offered no compensation for HER mistake in the first place, and then immediately went back to serving drinks. NOT a way to treat paying customers at all. I guess since we weren't shoving $20s in her face every five minutes our money didn't matter enough to her. Not only that, but the food was mediocre at best This was my first experience in New Orleans and if the Copper Monkey is what it represents, then I've had more than my fill of the city.
(1)
Joy W.
Definitely didn't see an extensive menu... To call this a grill is pushing it. If you want an off the beaten path bar.. It would be great. They really should not be serving food.
(1)
Alicia B.
When you're drunk and it's 1 a.m. and your hotel bartender says "I don't have food, but next door at Copper Monkey is pretty good. It took me 6 months to work up the courage to go in there, but it's a pretty cool place." you're faced with a dilemma. Do we have the courage or not?! We were ravenous and figured it couldn't be that bad, so we gave it a try. It's a friendly, small bar off the beaten-path of Bourbon Street. They had a ton of beer options and a lot of appetizers and sandwiches. We settled on the greasiest, fattiest options we could find and everything was very tasty! The bartender was speedy at getting everyone's order and our food came out really quick. It wasn't gourmet, by any means, but it was a great after-drinking bite. And not over-priced like it would have been the next street over. Overall, very happy to have drunkenly stumbled in.
(3)
Lisa M.
I'm seeing a trend with the reviews of the Copper Monkey- it seems everyone just "Stumbles into" this place...and that's exactly what we did...Mardi Gras night 2006...needed food while we waited for midnight to watch the police some down Boubon...walked down Conti, peeked in, saw an empty table and headed in. We ordered a bunch of food, including the nachos and some drinks. The nachos are really really good. Or else we have been really really hungry every time we have been here! It's become a tradition to hit the Copper Monkey late night every trip since for some nachos. The bar staff is friendly, and the service is pretty quick. It's a bar. It's clean and there are a few tvs. There is a back patio room, but we have never sat back there. My husband and I watched one of the Saints play off games here in January and had a great time with a bar full of Saints fans! We had the burgers and they were really good. Of special note is the wings. We are from NEPA where we have so many bars that have really good Buffalo style chicken wings. We have searched high and lo in NOLA to find some decent wings. (as we plan to move there, we can't live without wings!). Our search has been unsuccessful as every place that makes wings down there breads them! Wings are not breaded! Well, we were happy to find that the Copper Monkey does them right! They were nice sized, crispy and drenched in wing sauce! I hate to even do a review on the Copper Monkey as it seems to be a nice little French Quarter secret. We've always been lucky to get a table and have brought friends here several times. It's a hidden gem.....
(5)
Marie S.
Happened upon this place looking for some lunch off of Bourbon Street. What a great discovery! Great service, the bartender was extremely helpful and friendly. We tried the crab cake bites which were to die for (we even came back for two more orders the next day.) I had the Whitney Special (mashed potatoes covered in cheese, bacon, sliced chicken strips and sour cream) which was perfect hangover food. Yummy! We even tried the local Saison beer they had on tap and it was by far the best beer I had my whole trip. Which I could get it back home in Arizona. And of course I had to try some Absinthe given their huge selection, and it was better than expected.
(5)
Straw D.
This is our favorite New Orleans bar...and we went to a few! Megan the day bartender is amazing. It's a tough bar to tend and she did an excellent job with excellent service, great communication and a smile. For me the smile was a bonus! the IPA on tap was fresh and good, the gumbo was the beat we had... Reginald was cool preping and serving. For us these kind of place are all about service and this was the best....but be cool, understand where you are and RELAX...you will enjoy this place!
(5)
Dusty B.
Another great bar in NOLA! The place sort of called me in. The place is a little divey which is what I like. The bartender was super nice and cool. Thanks, S.C.!
(4)
David P.
Some friends and I were trying to find a place one night and stumbled into Copper Monkey. We were so hungry we were willing to eat anything, even though we heard warnings of eating at dive bars in NO. They are the exemption. Food was awesome, Atmosphere was awesome, the pretty bartender was awesome. After the Erin Rose, this is my 2nd favorite bar in NO.
(4)
Paul B.
Great place to go to get out of the madness of Bourbon Street, but close enough so you can get right back into it. Great food, prepared the way you expect it. The grilled cheese is just like mom used to make, no gruyere on artisan bread made with cold pressed, cilantro infused olive oil. The burger is generous and they get the concept that medium doesn't mean cooked to the consistency of modeling clay. They also have local dishes like jambalaya, crawfish etoufee and beignets with banana filling. The staff is very friendly, especially Mary and Meaghan (hope I spelled that right) and after an hour you'll feel like you've been going there for years. Drink prices are reasonable for the Quarter and they've got a better selection than most bars, including things like Chartreuse, Fernet Branch, and several varieties of absinthe. A Touch Tunes jukebox lets you play your favorites right from your seat. Stop in here once and it'll become a tradition for all of your future visits to New Orleans.
(5)
Stephanie K.
We came here for lunch on our last day in town, and the food was awesome. Blackened shrimp po'boy, club sandwich, and crawfish etouffee; generous portions, served hot and perfectly seasoned. My only issue was that the bartender was kind of obnoxious. Imagine Hannah from "Girls" but way, way louder. (I'm mere inches from you hon, you don't need to shout in my face). That being said, I'd definitely go back again.
(3)
C M.
Great food,l5 stars! Little off the beaten path but who can't love a good dive bar with great food... will visit many more times. Burger was fantastic.
(5)
Kelly P.
We were staying a hotel on Conti Street and looking for a good bar that wasn't on Bourbon Street. All we had to do was walk out the front door turn right walk 10 steps and turn right into the Copper Monkey. The staff is glad to see you and will make any drink you ask for even if it is a Bloody Mary at 2am. We ended every night there and started to feel like a local by the third night. The food is great and perfect at the start of your day or the end of you evening. Stop in for one and you will stay for many. Enjoy the music, drinks and food.
(5)
Jon C.
This is the place the locals go for a hurricane as opposed to the other "touristy" traps. If you want to do it right, try their red beans and rice.
(5)
B K.
Didn't eat there, so I can't review the food. But we did stop there for drinks, and enjoyed the friendly, dive bar atmosphere.
(4)
A X.
Five stars because it does the "small divey bar" thing about as well as it can be done. I ate there twice. Once I had a small shrimp creole. The other time a small gumbo. A small was as much as I could eat and I don't have a tiny appetite. If you manage to get through a small with an appetite, be grateful and try one other their other delicious options. Both the shrimp creole and gumbo were delicious and real. Best gumbo I had in NOLA. Anyone who isn't completely enamored of the food here needs to leave so that there is more room in this very small establishment for people who appreciate it. Also tried the Lazy Magnolia Southern Hops'pitality beer. Very good IPA. Service was average, though I didn't hang out for that long and they stay pretty busy. No complaints.
(5)
Luisana N.
Food is good, burgers yum, sandwiches yum. Small little bar, pretty good service. Cheap.
(4)
Lloyd C.
I stayed at the Prince Conti, which is just down the street, and needed a quick bite to eat since it was Halloween and the Saints played the Steelers and it was busy as heck in New Orleans. The bartender was SO unattentive, it was ridiculous! Yes the place is a dive, but the burger was pretty good. She didn't ask me if I wanted cheese, and totally ignored me until the burger got there. She also got the orders of people who came in after me their orders before mine! I sure hope she doesn't represent what New Orleans is all about!
(2)
Jake C.
We came here because we had 2 separate unsuccessful attempts to have a Peanut Butter Burger at Yo Mamma's, horrible service!! Locals told us to try the Copper Monkey, they had a peanut butter burger that was to die for! We were so glad we did. The burger was amazing! I know it sounds weird but so worth the try! The bartender was fantastic and friendly. Excellent service! Can't wait to go back.
(5)
Jan G.
What do you do after a night of booze and burlesque when you find yourself on Bourbon at 3am in the morning and so hungry you would eat the leftovers from one of the Lucky Dog vendors? Ask a local where you can get something a little safer to eat. We were directed to the Copper Monkey! Walking into this place, I knew they had misunderstood us. We wanted to "eat up" not get "beat up". Seriously, this looked like the last place you would find something to eat and thats why it pays to ask! If you look at most of my reviews, you will see that I go into some detail about the actual food.....however, I can't remember exactly what we had! I do remember some very tasty chicken strips ( I think) and a yummy quesadilla. I wouldnt hesitate to fall into this place again after visiting the Opera House, Rick's or Irving Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse at the Royal Sonesta.
(3)
Christie H.
Went here with my boyfriend to grab a bite to eat. Loved the enviroment. Food was great. Average bar prices from what I have noticed. The burgers are excellent!
(4)
Amanda L.
Really good, substantial food for not much money. In the French Quarter, it's quite an accomplishment. I had chicken strips and fries (I'm boring), which were hot and perfectly cooked and spiced. The man had the best nachos I've ever had in the Quarter...they use the good, "cheap" cheese sauce, but then layer it with a salsa-y sauce, sour cream, lettuce, tomato, and jalapenos...very trashy-delicious. Drinks are strooong, which of course allots to them an extra star. A good place to stop when your wallet can't take the hit.
(4)
Allison R.
It's a good bar. They have a great jukebox and always have the local games on tv. The bar tenders are really knowledgeable and offer a wide arrange of drinks. The food is nice as well and not too expensive.
(5)
Kelly P.
We were staying a hotel on Conti Street and looking for a good bar that wasn't on Bourbon Street. All we had to do was walk out the front door turn right walk 10 steps and turn right into the Copper Monkey. The staff is glad to see you and will make any drink you ask for even if it is a Bloody Mary at 2am. We ended every night there and started to feel like a local by the third night. The food is great and perfect at the start of your day or the end of you evening. Stop in for one and you will stay for many. Enjoy the music, drinks and food.
(5)
Jon C.
This is the place the locals go for a hurricane as opposed to the other "touristy" traps. If you want to do it right, try their red beans and rice.
(5)
B K.
Didn't eat there, so I can't review the food. But we did stop there for drinks, and enjoyed the friendly, dive bar atmosphere.
(4)
A X.
Five stars because it does the "small divey bar" thing about as well as it can be done. I ate there twice. Once I had a small shrimp creole. The other time a small gumbo. A small was as much as I could eat and I don't have a tiny appetite. If you manage to get through a small with an appetite, be grateful and try one other their other delicious options. Both the shrimp creole and gumbo were delicious and real. Best gumbo I had in NOLA. Anyone who isn't completely enamored of the food here needs to leave so that there is more room in this very small establishment for people who appreciate it. Also tried the Lazy Magnolia Southern Hops'pitality beer. Very good IPA. Service was average, though I didn't hang out for that long and they stay pretty busy. No complaints.
(5)
Jasmine B.
I've been to copper monkey several times and it seems that's it's been going downhill the post few times. I was there last night and my bartender, Marisa, seemed more concerned with smoking than providing a good customer experience. She made my Long Island incorrectly and rolled her eyes when I asked her to correct it and told her that it does not in fact include bourbon. Our food came out wrong and when I got the bill and asked why the Long Island was $11, she said it had always been that way and other bartenders must have been giving me a break. All in all a horrible experience. I'm a bartender and I would never treat a customer that way.
(1)
Luisana N.
Food is good, burgers yum, sandwiches yum. Small little bar, pretty good service. Cheap.
(4)
Lloyd C.
I stayed at the Prince Conti, which is just down the street, and needed a quick bite to eat since it was Halloween and the Saints played the Steelers and it was busy as heck in New Orleans. The bartender was SO unattentive, it was ridiculous! Yes the place is a dive, but the burger was pretty good. She didn't ask me if I wanted cheese, and totally ignored me until the burger got there. She also got the orders of people who came in after me their orders before mine! I sure hope she doesn't represent what New Orleans is all about!
(2)
Jake C.
We came here because we had 2 separate unsuccessful attempts to have a Peanut Butter Burger at Yo Mamma's, horrible service!! Locals told us to try the Copper Monkey, they had a peanut butter burger that was to die for! We were so glad we did. The burger was amazing! I know it sounds weird but so worth the try! The bartender was fantastic and friendly. Excellent service! Can't wait to go back.
(5)
Jan G.
What do you do after a night of booze and burlesque when you find yourself on Bourbon at 3am in the morning and so hungry you would eat the leftovers from one of the Lucky Dog vendors? Ask a local where you can get something a little safer to eat. We were directed to the Copper Monkey! Walking into this place, I knew they had misunderstood us. We wanted to "eat up" not get "beat up". Seriously, this looked like the last place you would find something to eat and thats why it pays to ask! If you look at most of my reviews, you will see that I go into some detail about the actual food.....however, I can't remember exactly what we had! I do remember some very tasty chicken strips ( I think) and a yummy quesadilla. I wouldnt hesitate to fall into this place again after visiting the Opera House, Rick's or Irving Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse at the Royal Sonesta.
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Christie H.
Went here with my boyfriend to grab a bite to eat. Loved the enviroment. Food was great. Average bar prices from what I have noticed. The burgers are excellent!
(4)
Amanda L.
Really good, substantial food for not much money. In the French Quarter, it's quite an accomplishment. I had chicken strips and fries (I'm boring), which were hot and perfectly cooked and spiced. The man had the best nachos I've ever had in the Quarter...they use the good, "cheap" cheese sauce, but then layer it with a salsa-y sauce, sour cream, lettuce, tomato, and jalapenos...very trashy-delicious. Drinks are strooong, which of course allots to them an extra star. A good place to stop when your wallet can't take the hit.
(4)
Allison R.
It's a good bar. They have a great jukebox and always have the local games on tv. The bar tenders are really knowledgeable and offer a wide arrange of drinks. The food is nice as well and not too expensive.
(5)
Mark D.
We stumbled in here purely by accident. We were glad we did. The atmosphere was cozy; the lights tastefully dim. The bartender, Lorna, was busy, but still found time to be cordial and conversational. My Po' Boy was pretty dog-gone tasty. I did not expect this from "bar food." We also ordered a club, which seems like a ridiculous thing to do at a bar, but it, too, was fresh and delicious. Our drinks were refreshing and "generous", if you nomsayin'. All-in-all, a very good experience!
(5)
Elexa D.
Great menu. Great staff. No complaints from me. Word to the wise-- Try the Absinthe!
(5)
Tarsh G.
The lady behind the bar was pretty awful. No hint of a smile or giving a shit at all. Although I have found in New Orleans that smiles are apparently only for special occasions. Or maybe it's just too hot to use those muscles? Anyway, I had the BBQ burger with their 'special BBQ sauce'. It came out of a generic supermarket bottle, not even trying to be a gourmet version, let alone made in-house which I had foolishly assumed. It was a basic burger, the redeeming feature was the sweet potato fries, yum! Like another reviewer said, I wasn't given cutlery either so it was all hands in.
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Treetta M.
Off the beaten path of the French Quarter in New Orleans. The Cooper Monkey was one door away from our hotel. We passed it several times and finally said lets go in there it seems like the locals frequent there. We were able to purchase Hurricane cocktails for $7.50 instead of 10.00 or more boy were they tasty and alcohol filled without being frozen they were served on the rocks. Let's talk food we ordered the shrimp creole over a bed of white rice the shrimp was amazingly seasoned the creole sauce was oh so spicy but not overbearing. I ordered the Whitney special which is plenty for two people it consisted of mashed potatoes nacho cheese with bacon sprinkled throughout the dish garnished with chicken tenders topped with sour cream. Cooper Monkey is worth your time sorry we didn't get there sooner. Definitely a four star from me.
Stopped here on a Friday evening to grab a few drinks. The place is quite small, that creates a nice a cozy atmosphere, I like that. Unfortunately they don't have that much draft beer choice, but ton's of vodka though. We had a good time there, the waitress was really nice and friendly. Although we didn't had anything, the food seem to be delicious here.
(4)
Evelyn O.
Great burgers...1/2 lb of beef severed on a great bun. Plenty of Shrimp on the Po Boy. Great and friendly bar tender, Zoe. A definite stop for drinks and food.
Nice place to duck in to when in the Quarter. I just came across is while walking down Conti St. Small place with a big bar (typical New Orleans), they have a nice menu. Bartender was super friendly as well. I had a wrap, it was good, it served its purpose. Prices are average for NOLA. Nothing to set it apart from any of the other bar/restaurants in the Quarter, but I did enjoy it.
(4)
Mike G.
Bro it was hot as hell in here, turn on the freaking A/C!!!! It was funny though, we were sitting at the bar with a couple who lives 5 minutes from us in Houston. Made some new friends. Way to hot in here though!!!
(3)
Ashley H.
This is a decent place right off Burbon! Feels a little less like the hustle and bustle tourist bars. The atmosphere is nice and they have many Nola specialties, as do most of the places close by. These prices are fair and reasonable though, a decent change after you've been spending upwards of $30 for meals in the French Quarter. Definitely trying the monkey buns next time, from the pictures they look fantastically and guiltily delicious. We heard a woman we went on a tour with talking about them.
(3)
Kevin L.
This bar is located a bit off Bourbon Street so it's not as crowded or rowdy. I came here because it was one of the last bars still open late at night with food. We split an order of nachos which were huge, but delicious. The bartender was nice and attentive. The atmosphere was snug and cozy compared to the crowd on Bourbon Street.
(4)
Matt G.
Jeepers! Great bar open all night with exceptional grub. The whitney mashed potatoes and monkey bums (beignes with banana) are to die for. One of the best around town.
(5)
Chris L.
This place is a nice find. It's off the bourbon street but not far from it. This place is also open at all hours. You can get feed in the middle of the night. It seems as this is the place to go after the bourbon street workers close out. The menu is pretty simple here and surprisingly tasty. Get a cat fish po boy. Can't go wrong with that. It's crispy breaded and fried. Although, i was drunk it still tasted awesome. The barkeep here was also really friendly and was able to hold an interesting conversation.
(4)
Al D.
Inexpensive, good-quality food, cheap drinks and a nice little patio out back. Better than 75% of other eateries in the immediate area.
(4)
Alyx N.
Good food, slow service. Bar tender was great when we arrived and got drinks right away, but ordered food and after 30 minutes waiting had to ask and they hadn't even started it yet. Food was good once we got it though, so may be just an off night for them.
(3)
Amanda S.
Ducked in for a late lunch on a Saturday afternoon. Bartender was VERY generous with the pours and very friendly. Gumbo and jambalaya were good for dive bar food. Visited in early August and air conditioning was on full blast, very comfortable. Would visit again.
(4)
Vinny P.
Let me note, before I start my review, that, as is true of all of my reviews, this review is only for the food and service, and for the liquor, since I do not drink alcoholic drinks. This is a great little pub on Conti, a few doors down from Bourbon Street. The food is great, the service is great, and the interior is nice: a very comfortable old French Quarter pub with no pretenses. I have eaten a quiet dinner of a big juicy custom-made hamburger many times at this pub during my stays in the Quarter. Whenever I am eating dinner here, I almost always ask to be seated at one of the two small tables located in the tiny outdoor patio near the rear of the bar area, Now, when I say "outdoor patio", let me explain that the term "outdoor" means simply that it is open to the sky above. The patio is very small, and is fully enclosed on a all sides by buildings and building walls, and is largely used by the restaurant for storage of some cleaning supplies, but the little patio is very cozy, very cute, and a perfect place for one or two persons (or perhaps three or four if you wanted to push the envelope a bit...) to eat a quite dinner in a great little enclosed outdoor space. And yes, during rainstorms, despite all the surrounding buildgins and stairwells, some of the rain does reach the little patio, at least the portions of the patio that are not shielded by overhead balconies or stairwells. I have NEVER encountered any other customers when I have eaten my dinners on this patio; I have always had it all to myself, and all of the staff, including both bar waitstaff and the kitchen staff, seem to appreciate what a beautiful little secluded place this is, and they are always very respectful of my privacy when I am eating there, and yet they also manage to be very solicitous of my needs, and ask if I might need anything else with my meal. So, this tiny outdoor patio is a very well-kept secret! And, it is not for everyone! It is tiny, there is old equipment stored along its edges, and it is in a beautiful state of mild disrepair, and, as you would expect with any really good dive bar, there is something a bit shabby about the patio. In fact, I cannot believe that location scouts for Hollywood studios do not have both the bar itself, and particularly this little outdoor dining patio, booked six months out of the year for "atmospheric" film shoots! BTW, their burgers are very good, as is all of their food!
(4)
Julie S.
Great service and great gumbo! We didn't see any pics of gumbo, so we were hesitant to order it. The bartender recommended it and the shrimp creole in the New Orleans section, and the gumbo did not disappoint! Loaded with smoked sausage, chicken and okra = YUM! Also enjoying the classic rock jukebox.
(5)
Pattie R.
This place is awesome...great food..beverages a plenty...staff very friendly...two thumbs up
(5)
Jahan M.
Simple, affordable, and good food at this small dive bar. One of those order-at-the-bar deals but otherwise a comfortable experience. The location is great--just off of Bourbon but away from the noise. Our bartender/waitress was friendly and hustled quite a bit to stay on top of their rush. The menu was a lot of the NOLA classics that would appeal to a shameless tourist such as myself and though the recipes were hardly like the fancy restaurants in the district, they made for great comfort food.
(4)
Ashley H.
I randomly ended up here one afternoon when wandering the Quarter. It's a small bar, non-smoking (don't let the cigarette machine fool you) with a patio area out back. The Miller High Life ponies in the cooler caught my eye and I settled in for a trip bank in time. (I don't know about you, but it's been a hot minute since I had a pony-sized beer in a bar.) So, the bartender was nice enough, but she was slow in making sure I had a full beverage. (Damn ponies.) I switched to regular size and things got better. We ordered some snacks to help fuel us on in our adventure. I got the crawfish poppers and they were absolutely disgusting. I attempted to eat one, spit it out, offered one to my friend to confirm the nastiness and pushed them aside. When I ordered them, the waitress said they were like crawfish hush puppies. Well, more like crawfish hush puppy dough because they were pretty much raw except for the very outside. No one bothered to ask how the food was and I wasn't trying to rock any boats that day, so I just paid for them when we closed out and made a mental note. Food aside, the atmosphere was okay. The bathroom was clean. The prices were decent. Would I make Copper Monkey a destination? More than likely not. Would I go back in if I happened upon it again? Possibly. Would I eat there again? Not a chance. Well, maybe those monkey buns that I should've gotten instead, but probably not. All in all, I'm giving them 2.5 stars and rounding up.
(3)
Sharon B.
Haven't even got our food yet, but the brunette-ponytail bartender could give two shits for anyone here. Nasty, bitchy, and just a pill to deal with. Take a look in...if she's not there, stop and have a drink! Very cheesy grilled cheese! Yummy!
(2)
Jamie R.
Their burger is easily as good as Yo Mama's and more consistently made correctly. I like the shrimp creole here too. Bartenders are attentive. The vibe is touristy but not overly so. The banana stuffed beignets magically cure hangovers. They have a wide variety of absinthe and a dripper setting them apart from most area dive bars.
(3)
Travis H.
Might be the most comprehensive and laid back bar in New Orleans.
(4)
Yelena D.
The service was horrible. The bartender ignored me and my friends and served people that came in after us until we flagged her down. She then condescendingly took our IDs and ignored us some more. The food was pretty gross, I guess they're used to super drunk people eating the food so they don't try too hard. They didn't give us silverware for the food, and when we asked the bartender rolled her eyes once again. My friend ordered gumbo and didn't get a spoon... But she was too scared to ask for one after our bartender was so rude the first couple times, so she just attempted to eat it with a fork. Honestly, there are so many better places in NOLA to eat, skip this place and go elsewhere!
(1)
Leigh C.
This place was a great find! I landed there at a terrible time, but; they were great none the less. I say that because a waitress was changing shifts and a guy (who was off but apparently working the night at another local bar) confirmed that he couldn't come in since they could use the help. Basically- it was a bit slow getting my food because they had an unexpected rush. I was only in town a few days and had the one meal at Copper Monkey. A group of locals walked in while I was sitting there and I overheard them talking about how they always go to the Copper Monkey. I had a nice spot near the door so I could catch interesting characters walking by periodically. I will say that I tried their beignets and they were heavier than others. I'd stick to their other food and grab some beignets elsewhere.
(3)
Jessica-Marie M.
Food 24 hours a day. Plus its delicious food. Its not right on Bourbon street so you get a slightly less drunk crowd, although they are still drunk of course. They have a pretty big food menu and a big variety of beers on tap too. I loved the food and I was expecting it to be sub-par because I ordered it at 2am. They have a lot of New Orleans style dishes as well as just regular bar food you would expect anywhere like nachos and chili. Our server was great and the food came out quickly and prices were pretty good. Overall we were happy we stopped by
(4)
Denise H.
This was one of the places we hit the first night of our stay in NOLA. It was ok not great not bad. Service was ok. Woman who brought out our food i think was also the only one in the kitchen so food took a little bit but she was very nice and came right back to clean up when we were done. Again not a bad experience just on the "meh" side of things.
(3)
Jessica H.
Was in NOLA for a work conference for several days. I ate at several restaurants but always seemed to get a late night craving. Ended up grabbing late night food here three times! Burgers-AMAZING Tots-AMAZING Poppers-AMAZING I would recommend this place for late night, grab and go!
(4)
Olga K.
I absolutely adore the copper monkey. It's a total late night French quarter gem. Amazing staff, lovely food, cheap drinks. Definitely a service industry hangout. Thanks for existing !
(5)
Anthony T.
Cool little place to grab a drink and some food in the french quarter. Not so amazing that you'll be dying to go back, but solid options and friendly service. You can't go wrong with this place.
(3)
lura m.
It was a late night, we were starving, but I'm not gonna lie - the bartender rocked and the food was solid. Chicken fingers and fries for me, a peanut butter burger for the husband with sweet potato fries. The burger was amazing! I'm not certain the peanut butter was necessary, but my husband thought it was delicious. For late night munchies in NOLA I'd give it two thumbs up!
(5)
Brittany S.
Stopped in for a drink and dinner. The gumbo was fantastic. Food and drinks are priced well and the service was prompt and polite. The bartender even recommended some other stops for us on our trip.
(4)
Diana U.
When I order a cheeseburger at a restaurant, I usually eat half of it and save the other half for later. This was not the case for the Copper Monkey, because I ate most of it! Order the BBQ burger with cheddar and tator tots as a side!
(5)
Carolina A.
Fantastic little bar and best Absinthe drink I've ever had! They make it the traditional way with the sugar cube and everything...definitely worth the drink. ;)
(5)
Gary B.
This is a pretty solid little spot to grab something to eat whether it be lunch or something late night. They've got a ribeye there for $20ish that I've ordered at 3am and at lunch and it's better than a lot of places that call themselves a steakhouse. Reasonable priced drinks and friendly service make the copper monkey a great place to hang out or just grab a quick bite.
(4)
Derrick R.
Great atmosphere low key and the bartenders are fun.... The grilled chicken Caesar wrap is great !!!!!
(4)
Edward S.
The bartender s were friendly and the food is good if you go get the monkey buns they are awesome
(4)
Pam D.
Stumbled into this place -right off Bourbon Street--quiet bar serving food !!! Best Red Beans & Rice and Jambalaya!!!! Cold beer tasted great on this hot day !!
(4)
Christie P.
Went on St Patty's night and the only bartender was trying to take food and drink orders (including window customers). Felt bad for the guy but he had great attitude. Laid back bar/grill with a good selection of food and drinks. Stuffed mushrooms are huge and worth the wait. We had hamburgers and both were cooked correctly. Food did take awhile to get and we ended up going to bar and ordering drinks after first round but again that was no fault of bartender.
(4)
Emily M.
We love it here. It's kind of a dive but the waitresses are so nice and the food is great. They even remembered us from a visit the year before. The portions are HUGE. We were so full from lunch that we never ate dinner. I had the Oyster Po Boy - with tater tots - and my husband had the Catfish Po Boy. Both were so yummy. I liked the red beans and rice but it was a little spicy for me. (I'm a wimp). The gumbo my husband had was fantastic and not too spicy. The bloody mary was great too. Don't let this place get too popular or it will ruin the vibe. Enjoy it on the down low.
(5)
Shelley P.
My fav place to eat in the quarter. The bartenders are personable. I went back twice so I could try more menu items. Local beer on tap plus many more local bottles too. This is one block off bourbon, open late, and offers wonderful late night snacks. Go where the locals go!
(5)
John S.
My wife and I were just looking for some food after rolling in from Memphis. ThCopper Monkey was about 2 blocks from the hotel and looked interesting. It looked like just what we were looking for; relatively inexpensive, cold beer and some NOLA tastes. We ordered the shrimp and grits but the cook came out and said he didn't want to serve the grits he had and it would take awhile. He recommended the Scampi Conti Shrimp (it was the same 10 bucks) so we deferred to his judgment. WOW!! We were so glad we did. That scampi may have been the best I have ever had. The shrimp was fresh and tender, the linguini cooked perfectly and the sauce was outstanding. The seasoning in the creamy sauce was just the right blend or savory and just a small bit of heat. The bartender was quite gregarious and apologized for the lack of many draft beers but we had a blonde ale out of Baton Rouge that was delicious and complemented the scampi perfectly for our tastes. The cook was genuinely interested that we enjoyed our meal and we assured him we were quite pleased. My first experience in New Orleans has started out well. Today it is onto something different.
(5)
Lindsay M.
This place was great! We stopped in here on a Tuesday night! Not busy at all but we had stellar service! The drink was amazing (came in a fish bowl) and our food was amazing! They have such a wide variety from New Orleans cuisine to your all American food. I had the Caesar wrap... Yum! Warm and perfect. The cook brings your food out and is such a sweetheart! My boyfriend had the club wrap and his was great too! We love our food and will definitely be back to try the gumbo and jambalaya which looked irresistible! Definitely try this place!
(5)
Holly W.
Great place to get away from the craziness, yet close enough to get right back into it. Affordable drinks and nice atmosphere.
(3)
Arkham R.
Cozy local dive with good food and attentive bartender. A nice respite from the Bourbon Street bustle. Mostly locals.
(3)
Mike M.
This is a nice local bar with a simple but good menu for casual dining. We had the crab cake appetizer which was tasty. The garden salad was ok. My wife and I had Po Boy sandwiches. She had the fried catfish and I had the grilled shrimp. We both thought the food was great and service efficient and friendly. We would return! Was this review helpful?
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Peter H.
Take a break and escape from Bourbon Street on a rowdy Saturday night. Dart into this lively, but relaxed bar with a homely local atmosphere for a drink or two before you return to the madness. (side note: Our Irish-born bartender was so charming, accommodating and genuinely nice. What a doll. *cartoon hearts*)
(4)
Andrew N.
Came here because we sat down at another place down main strip to get some green fairies. They didnt even look at us or notice us. That place was twice as much for two drinks. This place was half price. I quickly yelped it and foudn them a block away. Just off main street. Either way. The bar tender was friendly and talked to us. But the whole show on for the absinthe. Food was cheap. There were other also who were ordering food. Place was actualy cleaner than a couple of the other bars we walked into as well.
(4)
Jamie H.
Six of us came in on our first day in New Orleans; it was raining and we were hopping from one place to the next. We just sat at the bar and had a few drinks. I liked the vibe of the place and it had a cute outdoor patio area out back, which was unusable due to the rain. The waitress was personable and offered up some suggestions of places to go in the area. Pop in for a drink if you're in the area!
(4)
Katie K.
One of my favorite places to go have a drink and not be bothered by tourists... The bartenders are great and the food is definitely great, especially if you've been drinking. My one complaint is this: the kitchen guys do not wear gloves or hairnets. I saw one of them using a mop and then stuck his bare hand in a bag of fries, then drop them in the oil. Thank goodness I didn't eat any fries that night...
(3)
Bob B.
Visited 1/5 and it's really more of a 3.5 star. After walking out on the ridiculous menu at Bombay (see that review if it's not deleted by yelp), I read the menus at Oceana and I was watching the take out orders leaving the CM. Well, this sparked my interest as I figured few people would order take out from a crappy place. Yes, it's divey, but I jumped in a got a pretty good shrimp po'boy w/ a craft beer for under $19 before tip. I would have hoped for a little more of what looked like a remoulade, but it was a little heavy w/ a horseradish sauce. Still, quite good. Definitely worth the trip for a quick/reasonable meal.
(3)
mono b.
Stopped in for a late drink and snack. On first impression, it's a sort of dive bar which is just my scene. Our group of 5 was able to sit snuggled around a high top. Drinks were reasonably priced. They didn't have a waitress when we came in so we had to order at the bar, which sort of a pain but The bartender and kitchen staff were nice. I had a catfish po'boy with tater tots. Both were good. Who doesn't love tater tots! We also had the mozzarella sticks which were good. Overall I liked this place.
(3)
Elizabeth J.
One word- Monkey Buns....just get it- OMG!!! Hot beignet right out the fryer, stuffed with banana and a decadent caramel sauce, covered in powdered sugar - it is pure heaven! So happy we ended up deciding to go for it. Although piping hot, we just couldn't stop eating them-yes, they're that good....just get it
(5)
Jessica H.
Happened upon The Copper Monkey after long days of drinking. V was our bartender and The Whitney Special was our salvation......So that we could continue on with the drinking of course super awesome place to relax and then get back to it .
(5)
Sean O.
It's true that almost any food tastes better when you're hungover. Regardless, I'd say our first visit to the Monkey was very impressive. It's a small, comfy, clean bar with a little bit of a divey feel. Decent beer selection including several Lazy Magnolias on tap. Wasn't in the mood for absinthe, but impressed with their selection of those too. Mrs. Pickles had the fried oyster poboy. Not huge, but very tasty. Mr. Pickles (who was the real hungover one) had the ribeye quesadilla. I believe the the words I used when I saw the cook on our way out rhymed with "ducking blossom, man".
(4)
Louise V.
As many others I stumbled across this place. I was with a group of friends on our way back to our hotel after having had dinner. But then we heard the jukebox playing an old Backstreet Boys song, followed by an old Britney. So we thought what the heck, and went in to have a drink. One turned to a whole night of sing-along with the jukebox and relatively cheap drinks compared to Bourbon Street. It was great. Next time I'm in N.O I'll definitely try to come back, maybe eat there this time
(5)
Hunter B.
After a recommendation from a friend, we tried this bar with a limited menu as a place to hit up for a late lunch. We wanted authentic New Orleans cuisine and I think that we did a pretty good job in finding it. I got the Catfish Po' Boy and my partner got the Jambalaya and everything was on POINT! Our bartender was Polish and every other bartender there seems to be of a different ethnicity. It was cool but at the same time it was a little difficult to understand the whole 'flow' of the joint. Regardless, the food was good and almost all of their beers are imported. Oh, and I forgot to add, this is one of about 6 bars in the French Quarter that serves ABSINTHE. That's right, from anywhere from $12-$24 a pop, you can get sleazy off of the legendary 'hallucinogenic' alcohol. We passed...for now, but this is a pretty cool place to check out to escape from the craziness of the Quarter! Cheers!
(4)
Wes D.
Came early in the night. Super nice bartenders who took the time to talk to use thoroughly about absinthe. First try of the stuff here, real tasty Jukebox was an electronic one which we had an iPhone app for allowing us to select songs. Pretty small place but super chill in the early evening.
(5)
Trini G.
This is a nice chilled place to relax and get terrific bar food. Is this the best burger I have had? No. Is this one of the best burgers in a bar, Hell yes!
(5)
Dan S.
Nice place. A little rough around the edges but pretty decent. Good menu selection. The crayfish e'touffe is amazing.
(4)
Brian M.
The wife and I came here on a whim. The food was incredible! The Whitney special is amazing. I had the red beans and rice and the jambalaya. I loved them both. Bartender/server was super nice. He checked on us 4 or 5 times and chatted with us. He told us they deliver locally. Give this place a try.
(5)
Tami L.
The burgers are awesome, the happy hour beer prices are great for Nola, and the servers are down to earth and easy going. Great hole-in-a-wall bar.
(4)
Mecca E.
The food is great and this weekend was really busy so food was about a 45 minute wait but worth it. The bartender, Vick, was great and did his best. Overall great place to eat and drink.
(5)
Frank B.
The service was great. Super nice bartender. The crab cake bites where amazing!!! The quesadilla was not bad either. Grilled cheese was mediocre, but the mashed potatoes were awesome. Great place for a late night bite.
(4)
Stephen D.
Came here for a late(r) night Jambalaya and cocktail This place is a little grimy, but still has some charm. They also carry about 10 different Absinthe(s). The menu is extensive and has all of the favorites of NOLA. We had eaten dinner about 2 hours before, but we were craving some Jambalaya. The Jambalaya here is rich and tasty, not too spicy just perfectly satisfying. The bartender was really friendly and helpful even though his shift was about to end. There were smokers and although the doors were opened, it can get a little smoky here. I'm sure all of the other food is good too, check it out if you are stuck for a place to eat.
(4)
kayce j.
Best burger in NOLA! This is a cute swanky little bar just off Bourbon! Loved every minute we spent there!
(5)
Michelle D.
We stumbled upon this bar one evening when we and friends were visiting NOLA. It is what I would consider more appealing than any of the bars on Bourbon Street, etc. and I noticed quite a few locals in the place. The food is wonderful. We had the jambalaya, shrimp and grits, scampi, crab cake appetizers and a few others. The food is clearly prepared with love and is authentic. The chef came out to check on us twice and even gave my friend a few recipes. The bar tender was attentive and friendly. Originally from Ireland, she's been a transplant for at least a decade and great to talk with. We were so thankful that we passed by all the touristy bars with the frozen pizza and daiquiris and chose the Copper Monkey!
(5)
Dale S.
Always a staple stop while in Nola. Everything I have ever tried at this grill had been excellent. Great staff.. Always recommend.
(5)
Davin L.
Our group had the jambalaya and it was pretty good. At the end of the meal we saw a rat running around in the kitchen....which made it taste less good. I will give them the benefit if the doubt that the rat doesn't live there full time, but hope that they do something about it. I took off the traditional two stars for allowing a rat in the kitchen.
(1)
Sophia L.
I just went in to grab some food to go and ordered the ceasar wrap. It was SOOOO delicious! Being from Cali I assumed it would be a regular cold wrap, tortilla with the cold salad inside, but I pleasantly surprised when it was huge, grilled (warm) and simply yummy. There are a few other wraps to choose from and I bet they are just as good. I also ordered the crab stuffed mushrooms. I can pass on those next time. I would definitely go back, just for the wrap!
(4)
Jasmine B.
I've been to copper monkey several times and it seems that's it's been going downhill the post few times. I was there last night and my bartender, Marisa, seemed more concerned with smoking than providing a good customer experience. She made my Long Island incorrectly and rolled her eyes when I asked her to correct it and told her that it does not in fact include bourbon. Our food came out wrong and when I got the bill and asked why the Long Island was $11, she said it had always been that way and other bartenders must have been giving me a break. All in all a horrible experience. I'm a bartender and I would never treat a customer that way.
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Jeff C.
Want to see a vegan with a taste for blood? Even look like you're about to fuck with her french fries. My Favorite Vegan was feeling a little crazy after being out in French Quarter Fest and not having enough starchy carbs throughout the day. She needed french fries. With the lines making it hard to scan food booth signs for the simple sliced potatoes we attempted to find fries at Somethin' Else cafe only to discover their fryer was broken. The line was out the door at Oceana (must have been due to all that advertising on WWL radio) we ducked into here and got lucky to snag a table because a guy got fed up waiting for a drink. And then we waited. And waited. And waited. We waited a while and started wondering if we were going to catch Jerry Embree play but finally we were able to place a quick order for a large order of fries for MFV, some fried mozzarella for me, and a couple Abita Ambers. The waitress brought out the beers quickly enough then said. "It's going to be a while." O_o O_O 10 out of 10 for honesty but minus 1 million for "a while" since it seems like a long time for fries. Fortunately, a while wasn't that long and everything came out quickly much to the satisfaction of MFV. Then it started getting weird. (Not weird by New Orleans standards especially during a festival but weird none the less.) One older guy walks out from the back, stops at out table, looks at MFV's fries and asks "Are you going to eat all of that?" My Favorite Vegan is nothing but polite and was able to confirm that she was in fact eating all of those even though she still had a rather crazed look in her eye. 5 minutes later drunk frat guy walk by the our table screaming "FRENCH FRIES!" If he took one step closer we may have had a vegan with a taste for blood on our hands. In the end, the only red in her basket was ketchup and we made it in time to see Jerry. The lesson learned, never mess with my favorite vegan and her fries.
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Chester R.
hung here for a couple nights watching the sports game while I was in town.....great location for people watching....solid drinks...affordable.....and fantastic bar food.....the whitney special is insane...and the monkey buns are food crack.
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Laura K.
Our first stop while in New Orleans. It was late Thursday night/early Friday morning. Drinks were great, food was unexpectedly fabulous. The bartender was entertaining and friendly. Definitely not touristy. Loved it!
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Michelle C.
I had a Chicken Ceaser wrap with sweet potato fries-very good! Took long for our Spinach Artichoke dip to come out, but not too bad. The bartender was nice, very welcoming. My boyfriend had a seafood gumbo which he liked a lot! We also had the MONKEY BUNS!! TOOOO Good...this was our first time trying the Beignettes, so we had nothing to compare them to, but they were AMAZING. We also got Beignettes at Cafe Du Monte a couple days later and they were a lot more dense than the ones at Copper Monkey. I dont know which one was more "authentic" I really don't see how you could really mess them up....I definately prefer the ones here because they are light and fluffy. WAYYYYYY too much powdered sugar, but i am pretty sure thats how they are supposed to be....I dusted it off, and it was even better! yum yum!
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Elexa D.
Great menu. Great staff. No complaints from me. Word to the wise-- Try the Absinthe!
(5)Tarsh G.
The lady behind the bar was pretty awful. No hint of a smile or giving a shit at all. Although I have found in New Orleans that smiles are apparently only for special occasions. Or maybe it's just too hot to use those muscles? Anyway, I had the BBQ burger with their 'special BBQ sauce'. It came out of a generic supermarket bottle, not even trying to be a gourmet version, let alone made in-house which I had foolishly assumed. It was a basic burger, the redeeming feature was the sweet potato fries, yum! Like another reviewer said, I wasn't given cutlery either so it was all hands in.
(2)Mark D.
We stumbled in here purely by accident. We were glad we did. The atmosphere was cozy; the lights tastefully dim. The bartender, Lorna, was busy, but still found time to be cordial and conversational. My Po' Boy was pretty dog-gone tasty. I did not expect this from "bar food." We also ordered a club, which seems like a ridiculous thing to do at a bar, but it, too, was fresh and delicious. Our drinks were refreshing and "generous", if you nomsayin'. All-in-all, a very good experience!
(5)Treetta M.
Off the beaten path of the French Quarter in New Orleans. The Cooper Monkey was one door away from our hotel. We passed it several times and finally said lets go in there it seems like the locals frequent there. We were able to purchase Hurricane cocktails for $7.50 instead of 10.00 or more boy were they tasty and alcohol filled without being frozen they were served on the rocks. Let's talk food we ordered the shrimp creole over a bed of white rice the shrimp was amazingly seasoned the creole sauce was oh so spicy but not overbearing. I ordered the Whitney special which is plenty for two people it consisted of mashed potatoes nacho cheese with bacon sprinkled throughout the dish garnished with chicken tenders topped with sour cream. Cooper Monkey is worth your time sorry we didn't get there sooner. Definitely a four star from me.
(5)Heath G.
Ok it stays open late sooooooo that might be why 4 stars... Because people are drunk, it's late, and it's food. Well, I just had a late night meal and I was starving but it was very bland. First off the service is terrible... You have to order from the bar and the bar tender is a class a douchebag! I'm serious, multiple people were calling at him at once and he lost his shit and yelled at the entire bar to just shut up.... Hahaha! Ok now to the food...menu looked good so I asked what was the best between red beans and rice, gumbo, or crawfish étouffée. The bartender said any because all were home made, which was complete bullshit. I went with the crawfish étouffée which I typically love... It was a bland bowl of crawfish tails. The crawfish tails were not good, very fishy,and no seasoning at all in their supposed "homemade roux base" This place lives off its late night hours... The food sucks and the bartender is a douchebag Never again, pass and just wait until breakfast!
(1)Renaud S.
Stopped here on a Friday evening to grab a few drinks. The place is quite small, that creates a nice a cozy atmosphere, I like that. Unfortunately they don't have that much draft beer choice, but ton's of vodka though. We had a good time there, the waitress was really nice and friendly. Although we didn't had anything, the food seem to be delicious here.
(4)Irene H.
My husband and I decided to stop by for a late lunch. We were so hungry, we were in the vicinity and stopped by. The bartender took our beverage and meal order. Our shrimp creole and étouffée were served first and were absolutely delicious. The burgers tasted fresh and huge. Certainly not the half pounders in the menus description they were more than that without a doubt. The ground sirloin was cooked perfectly and the fries were delicious but not to compare to the burgers. My husband wanted beignets but was too full so we took our order home. This is a dive bar with a chef who doesn't scrimp on quality and won't let you go hungry.
(5)Evelyn O.
Great burgers...1/2 lb of beef severed on a great bun. Plenty of Shrimp on the Po Boy. Great and friendly bar tender, Zoe. A definite stop for drinks and food.
(5)Brian B.
Nice place to duck in to when in the Quarter. I just came across is while walking down Conti St. Small place with a big bar (typical New Orleans), they have a nice menu. Bartender was super friendly as well. I had a wrap, it was good, it served its purpose. Prices are average for NOLA. Nothing to set it apart from any of the other bar/restaurants in the Quarter, but I did enjoy it.
(4)Mike G.
Bro it was hot as hell in here, turn on the freaking A/C!!!! It was funny though, we were sitting at the bar with a couple who lives 5 minutes from us in Houston. Made some new friends. Way to hot in here though!!!
(3)Ashley H.
This is a decent place right off Burbon! Feels a little less like the hustle and bustle tourist bars. The atmosphere is nice and they have many Nola specialties, as do most of the places close by. These prices are fair and reasonable though, a decent change after you've been spending upwards of $30 for meals in the French Quarter. Definitely trying the monkey buns next time, from the pictures they look fantastically and guiltily delicious. We heard a woman we went on a tour with talking about them.
(3)Kevin L.
This bar is located a bit off Bourbon Street so it's not as crowded or rowdy. I came here because it was one of the last bars still open late at night with food. We split an order of nachos which were huge, but delicious. The bartender was nice and attentive. The atmosphere was snug and cozy compared to the crowd on Bourbon Street.
(4)Matt G.
Jeepers! Great bar open all night with exceptional grub. The whitney mashed potatoes and monkey bums (beignes with banana) are to die for. One of the best around town.
(5)Chris L.
This place is a nice find. It's off the bourbon street but not far from it. This place is also open at all hours. You can get feed in the middle of the night. It seems as this is the place to go after the bourbon street workers close out. The menu is pretty simple here and surprisingly tasty. Get a cat fish po boy. Can't go wrong with that. It's crispy breaded and fried. Although, i was drunk it still tasted awesome. The barkeep here was also really friendly and was able to hold an interesting conversation.
(4)Al D.
Inexpensive, good-quality food, cheap drinks and a nice little patio out back. Better than 75% of other eateries in the immediate area.
(4)Alyx N.
Good food, slow service. Bar tender was great when we arrived and got drinks right away, but ordered food and after 30 minutes waiting had to ask and they hadn't even started it yet. Food was good once we got it though, so may be just an off night for them.
(3)Amanda S.
Ducked in for a late lunch on a Saturday afternoon. Bartender was VERY generous with the pours and very friendly. Gumbo and jambalaya were good for dive bar food. Visited in early August and air conditioning was on full blast, very comfortable. Would visit again.
(4)Vinny P.
Let me note, before I start my review, that, as is true of all of my reviews, this review is only for the food and service, and for the liquor, since I do not drink alcoholic drinks. This is a great little pub on Conti, a few doors down from Bourbon Street. The food is great, the service is great, and the interior is nice: a very comfortable old French Quarter pub with no pretenses. I have eaten a quiet dinner of a big juicy custom-made hamburger many times at this pub during my stays in the Quarter. Whenever I am eating dinner here, I almost always ask to be seated at one of the two small tables located in the tiny outdoor patio near the rear of the bar area, Now, when I say "outdoor patio", let me explain that the term "outdoor" means simply that it is open to the sky above. The patio is very small, and is fully enclosed on a all sides by buildings and building walls, and is largely used by the restaurant for storage of some cleaning supplies, but the little patio is very cozy, very cute, and a perfect place for one or two persons (or perhaps three or four if you wanted to push the envelope a bit...) to eat a quite dinner in a great little enclosed outdoor space. And yes, during rainstorms, despite all the surrounding buildgins and stairwells, some of the rain does reach the little patio, at least the portions of the patio that are not shielded by overhead balconies or stairwells. I have NEVER encountered any other customers when I have eaten my dinners on this patio; I have always had it all to myself, and all of the staff, including both bar waitstaff and the kitchen staff, seem to appreciate what a beautiful little secluded place this is, and they are always very respectful of my privacy when I am eating there, and yet they also manage to be very solicitous of my needs, and ask if I might need anything else with my meal. So, this tiny outdoor patio is a very well-kept secret! And, it is not for everyone! It is tiny, there is old equipment stored along its edges, and it is in a beautiful state of mild disrepair, and, as you would expect with any really good dive bar, there is something a bit shabby about the patio. In fact, I cannot believe that location scouts for Hollywood studios do not have both the bar itself, and particularly this little outdoor dining patio, booked six months out of the year for "atmospheric" film shoots! BTW, their burgers are very good, as is all of their food!
(4)Julie S.
Great service and great gumbo! We didn't see any pics of gumbo, so we were hesitant to order it. The bartender recommended it and the shrimp creole in the New Orleans section, and the gumbo did not disappoint! Loaded with smoked sausage, chicken and okra = YUM! Also enjoying the classic rock jukebox.
(5)Pattie R.
This place is awesome...great food..beverages a plenty...staff very friendly...two thumbs up
(5)Ashley H.
I randomly ended up here one afternoon when wandering the Quarter. It's a small bar, non-smoking (don't let the cigarette machine fool you) with a patio area out back. The Miller High Life ponies in the cooler caught my eye and I settled in for a trip bank in time. (I don't know about you, but it's been a hot minute since I had a pony-sized beer in a bar.) So, the bartender was nice enough, but she was slow in making sure I had a full beverage. (Damn ponies.) I switched to regular size and things got better. We ordered some snacks to help fuel us on in our adventure. I got the crawfish poppers and they were absolutely disgusting. I attempted to eat one, spit it out, offered one to my friend to confirm the nastiness and pushed them aside. When I ordered them, the waitress said they were like crawfish hush puppies. Well, more like crawfish hush puppy dough because they were pretty much raw except for the very outside. No one bothered to ask how the food was and I wasn't trying to rock any boats that day, so I just paid for them when we closed out and made a mental note. Food aside, the atmosphere was okay. The bathroom was clean. The prices were decent. Would I make Copper Monkey a destination? More than likely not. Would I go back in if I happened upon it again? Possibly. Would I eat there again? Not a chance. Well, maybe those monkey buns that I should've gotten instead, but probably not. All in all, I'm giving them 2.5 stars and rounding up.
(3)Jamie R.
Their burger is easily as good as Yo Mama's and more consistently made correctly. I like the shrimp creole here too. Bartenders are attentive. The vibe is touristy but not overly so. The banana stuffed beignets magically cure hangovers. They have a wide variety of absinthe and a dripper setting them apart from most area dive bars.
(3)Sharon B.
Haven't even got our food yet, but the brunette-ponytail bartender could give two shits for anyone here. Nasty, bitchy, and just a pill to deal with. Take a look in...if she's not there, stop and have a drink! Very cheesy grilled cheese! Yummy!
(2)Travis H.
Might be the most comprehensive and laid back bar in New Orleans.
(4)Yelena D.
The service was horrible. The bartender ignored me and my friends and served people that came in after us until we flagged her down. She then condescendingly took our IDs and ignored us some more. The food was pretty gross, I guess they're used to super drunk people eating the food so they don't try too hard. They didn't give us silverware for the food, and when we asked the bartender rolled her eyes once again. My friend ordered gumbo and didn't get a spoon... But she was too scared to ask for one after our bartender was so rude the first couple times, so she just attempted to eat it with a fork. Honestly, there are so many better places in NOLA to eat, skip this place and go elsewhere!
(1)Leigh C.
This place was a great find! I landed there at a terrible time, but; they were great none the less. I say that because a waitress was changing shifts and a guy (who was off but apparently working the night at another local bar) confirmed that he couldn't come in since they could use the help. Basically- it was a bit slow getting my food because they had an unexpected rush. I was only in town a few days and had the one meal at Copper Monkey. A group of locals walked in while I was sitting there and I overheard them talking about how they always go to the Copper Monkey. I had a nice spot near the door so I could catch interesting characters walking by periodically. I will say that I tried their beignets and they were heavier than others. I'd stick to their other food and grab some beignets elsewhere.
(3)Jessica-Marie M.
Food 24 hours a day. Plus its delicious food. Its not right on Bourbon street so you get a slightly less drunk crowd, although they are still drunk of course. They have a pretty big food menu and a big variety of beers on tap too. I loved the food and I was expecting it to be sub-par because I ordered it at 2am. They have a lot of New Orleans style dishes as well as just regular bar food you would expect anywhere like nachos and chili. Our server was great and the food came out quickly and prices were pretty good. Overall we were happy we stopped by
(4)Denise H.
This was one of the places we hit the first night of our stay in NOLA. It was ok not great not bad. Service was ok. Woman who brought out our food i think was also the only one in the kitchen so food took a little bit but she was very nice and came right back to clean up when we were done. Again not a bad experience just on the "meh" side of things.
(3)Jessica H.
Was in NOLA for a work conference for several days. I ate at several restaurants but always seemed to get a late night craving. Ended up grabbing late night food here three times! Burgers-AMAZING Tots-AMAZING Poppers-AMAZING I would recommend this place for late night, grab and go!
(4)Anthony T.
Cool little place to grab a drink and some food in the french quarter. Not so amazing that you'll be dying to go back, but solid options and friendly service. You can't go wrong with this place.
(3)Olga K.
I absolutely adore the copper monkey. It's a total late night French quarter gem. Amazing staff, lovely food, cheap drinks. Definitely a service industry hangout. Thanks for existing !
(5)lura m.
It was a late night, we were starving, but I'm not gonna lie - the bartender rocked and the food was solid. Chicken fingers and fries for me, a peanut butter burger for the husband with sweet potato fries. The burger was amazing! I'm not certain the peanut butter was necessary, but my husband thought it was delicious. For late night munchies in NOLA I'd give it two thumbs up!
(5)Brittany S.
Stopped in for a drink and dinner. The gumbo was fantastic. Food and drinks are priced well and the service was prompt and polite. The bartender even recommended some other stops for us on our trip.
(4)Jahan M.
Simple, affordable, and good food at this small dive bar. One of those order-at-the-bar deals but otherwise a comfortable experience. The location is great--just off of Bourbon but away from the noise. Our bartender/waitress was friendly and hustled quite a bit to stay on top of their rush. The menu was a lot of the NOLA classics that would appeal to a shameless tourist such as myself and though the recipes were hardly like the fancy restaurants in the district, they made for great comfort food.
(4)Diana U.
When I order a cheeseburger at a restaurant, I usually eat half of it and save the other half for later. This was not the case for the Copper Monkey, because I ate most of it! Order the BBQ burger with cheddar and tator tots as a side!
(5)Carolina A.
Fantastic little bar and best Absinthe drink I've ever had! They make it the traditional way with the sugar cube and everything...definitely worth the drink. ;)
(5)Derrick R.
Great atmosphere low key and the bartenders are fun.... The grilled chicken Caesar wrap is great !!!!!
(4)Gary B.
This is a pretty solid little spot to grab something to eat whether it be lunch or something late night. They've got a ribeye there for $20ish that I've ordered at 3am and at lunch and it's better than a lot of places that call themselves a steakhouse. Reasonable priced drinks and friendly service make the copper monkey a great place to hang out or just grab a quick bite.
(4)Edward S.
The bartender s were friendly and the food is good if you go get the monkey buns they are awesome
(4)Pam D.
Stumbled into this place -right off Bourbon Street--quiet bar serving food !!! Best Red Beans & Rice and Jambalaya!!!! Cold beer tasted great on this hot day !!
(4)Christie P.
Went on St Patty's night and the only bartender was trying to take food and drink orders (including window customers). Felt bad for the guy but he had great attitude. Laid back bar/grill with a good selection of food and drinks. Stuffed mushrooms are huge and worth the wait. We had hamburgers and both were cooked correctly. Food did take awhile to get and we ended up going to bar and ordering drinks after first round but again that was no fault of bartender.
(4)Emily M.
We love it here. It's kind of a dive but the waitresses are so nice and the food is great. They even remembered us from a visit the year before. The portions are HUGE. We were so full from lunch that we never ate dinner. I had the Oyster Po Boy - with tater tots - and my husband had the Catfish Po Boy. Both were so yummy. I liked the red beans and rice but it was a little spicy for me. (I'm a wimp). The gumbo my husband had was fantastic and not too spicy. The bloody mary was great too. Don't let this place get too popular or it will ruin the vibe. Enjoy it on the down low.
(5)John S.
My wife and I were just looking for some food after rolling in from Memphis. ThCopper Monkey was about 2 blocks from the hotel and looked interesting. It looked like just what we were looking for; relatively inexpensive, cold beer and some NOLA tastes. We ordered the shrimp and grits but the cook came out and said he didn't want to serve the grits he had and it would take awhile. He recommended the Scampi Conti Shrimp (it was the same 10 bucks) so we deferred to his judgment. WOW!! We were so glad we did. That scampi may have been the best I have ever had. The shrimp was fresh and tender, the linguini cooked perfectly and the sauce was outstanding. The seasoning in the creamy sauce was just the right blend or savory and just a small bit of heat. The bartender was quite gregarious and apologized for the lack of many draft beers but we had a blonde ale out of Baton Rouge that was delicious and complemented the scampi perfectly for our tastes. The cook was genuinely interested that we enjoyed our meal and we assured him we were quite pleased. My first experience in New Orleans has started out well. Today it is onto something different.
(5)Lindsay M.
This place was great! We stopped in here on a Tuesday night! Not busy at all but we had stellar service! The drink was amazing (came in a fish bowl) and our food was amazing! They have such a wide variety from New Orleans cuisine to your all American food. I had the Caesar wrap... Yum! Warm and perfect. The cook brings your food out and is such a sweetheart! My boyfriend had the club wrap and his was great too! We love our food and will definitely be back to try the gumbo and jambalaya which looked irresistible! Definitely try this place!
(5)Holly W.
Great place to get away from the craziness, yet close enough to get right back into it. Affordable drinks and nice atmosphere.
(3)Arkham R.
Cozy local dive with good food and attentive bartender. A nice respite from the Bourbon Street bustle. Mostly locals.
(3)Mike M.
This is a nice local bar with a simple but good menu for casual dining. We had the crab cake appetizer which was tasty. The garden salad was ok. My wife and I had Po Boy sandwiches. She had the fried catfish and I had the grilled shrimp. We both thought the food was great and service efficient and friendly. We would return! Was this review helpful?
(4)Peter H.
Take a break and escape from Bourbon Street on a rowdy Saturday night. Dart into this lively, but relaxed bar with a homely local atmosphere for a drink or two before you return to the madness. (side note: Our Irish-born bartender was so charming, accommodating and genuinely nice. What a doll. *cartoon hearts*)
(4)Andrew N.
Came here because we sat down at another place down main strip to get some green fairies. They didnt even look at us or notice us. That place was twice as much for two drinks. This place was half price. I quickly yelped it and foudn them a block away. Just off main street. Either way. The bar tender was friendly and talked to us. But the whole show on for the absinthe. Food was cheap. There were other also who were ordering food. Place was actualy cleaner than a couple of the other bars we walked into as well.
(4)Shelley P.
My fav place to eat in the quarter. The bartenders are personable. I went back twice so I could try more menu items. Local beer on tap plus many more local bottles too. This is one block off bourbon, open late, and offers wonderful late night snacks. Go where the locals go!
(5)Jamie H.
Six of us came in on our first day in New Orleans; it was raining and we were hopping from one place to the next. We just sat at the bar and had a few drinks. I liked the vibe of the place and it had a cute outdoor patio area out back, which was unusable due to the rain. The waitress was personable and offered up some suggestions of places to go in the area. Pop in for a drink if you're in the area!
(4)Katie K.
One of my favorite places to go have a drink and not be bothered by tourists... The bartenders are great and the food is definitely great, especially if you've been drinking. My one complaint is this: the kitchen guys do not wear gloves or hairnets. I saw one of them using a mop and then stuck his bare hand in a bag of fries, then drop them in the oil. Thank goodness I didn't eat any fries that night...
(3)Bob B.
Visited 1/5 and it's really more of a 3.5 star. After walking out on the ridiculous menu at Bombay (see that review if it's not deleted by yelp), I read the menus at Oceana and I was watching the take out orders leaving the CM. Well, this sparked my interest as I figured few people would order take out from a crappy place. Yes, it's divey, but I jumped in a got a pretty good shrimp po'boy w/ a craft beer for under $19 before tip. I would have hoped for a little more of what looked like a remoulade, but it was a little heavy w/ a horseradish sauce. Still, quite good. Definitely worth the trip for a quick/reasonable meal.
(3)mono b.
Stopped in for a late drink and snack. On first impression, it's a sort of dive bar which is just my scene. Our group of 5 was able to sit snuggled around a high top. Drinks were reasonably priced. They didn't have a waitress when we came in so we had to order at the bar, which sort of a pain but The bartender and kitchen staff were nice. I had a catfish po'boy with tater tots. Both were good. Who doesn't love tater tots! We also had the mozzarella sticks which were good. Overall I liked this place.
(3)Elizabeth J.
One word- Monkey Buns....just get it- OMG!!! Hot beignet right out the fryer, stuffed with banana and a decadent caramel sauce, covered in powdered sugar - it is pure heaven! So happy we ended up deciding to go for it. Although piping hot, we just couldn't stop eating them-yes, they're that good....just get it
(5)Jessica H.
Happened upon The Copper Monkey after long days of drinking. V was our bartender and The Whitney Special was our salvation......So that we could continue on with the drinking of course super awesome place to relax and then get back to it .
(5)Sean O.
It's true that almost any food tastes better when you're hungover. Regardless, I'd say our first visit to the Monkey was very impressive. It's a small, comfy, clean bar with a little bit of a divey feel. Decent beer selection including several Lazy Magnolias on tap. Wasn't in the mood for absinthe, but impressed with their selection of those too. Mrs. Pickles had the fried oyster poboy. Not huge, but very tasty. Mr. Pickles (who was the real hungover one) had the ribeye quesadilla. I believe the the words I used when I saw the cook on our way out rhymed with "ducking blossom, man".
(4)Louise V.
As many others I stumbled across this place. I was with a group of friends on our way back to our hotel after having had dinner. But then we heard the jukebox playing an old Backstreet Boys song, followed by an old Britney. So we thought what the heck, and went in to have a drink. One turned to a whole night of sing-along with the jukebox and relatively cheap drinks compared to Bourbon Street. It was great. Next time I'm in N.O I'll definitely try to come back, maybe eat there this time
(5)Hunter B.
After a recommendation from a friend, we tried this bar with a limited menu as a place to hit up for a late lunch. We wanted authentic New Orleans cuisine and I think that we did a pretty good job in finding it. I got the Catfish Po' Boy and my partner got the Jambalaya and everything was on POINT! Our bartender was Polish and every other bartender there seems to be of a different ethnicity. It was cool but at the same time it was a little difficult to understand the whole 'flow' of the joint. Regardless, the food was good and almost all of their beers are imported. Oh, and I forgot to add, this is one of about 6 bars in the French Quarter that serves ABSINTHE. That's right, from anywhere from $12-$24 a pop, you can get sleazy off of the legendary 'hallucinogenic' alcohol. We passed...for now, but this is a pretty cool place to check out to escape from the craziness of the Quarter! Cheers!
(4)Wes D.
Came early in the night. Super nice bartenders who took the time to talk to use thoroughly about absinthe. First try of the stuff here, real tasty Jukebox was an electronic one which we had an iPhone app for allowing us to select songs. Pretty small place but super chill in the early evening.
(5)Trini G.
This is a nice chilled place to relax and get terrific bar food. Is this the best burger I have had? No. Is this one of the best burgers in a bar, Hell yes!
(5)Dan S.
Nice place. A little rough around the edges but pretty decent. Good menu selection. The crayfish e'touffe is amazing.
(4)Brian M.
The wife and I came here on a whim. The food was incredible! The Whitney special is amazing. I had the red beans and rice and the jambalaya. I loved them both. Bartender/server was super nice. He checked on us 4 or 5 times and chatted with us. He told us they deliver locally. Give this place a try.
(5)Tami L.
The burgers are awesome, the happy hour beer prices are great for Nola, and the servers are down to earth and easy going. Great hole-in-a-wall bar.
(4)Mecca E.
The food is great and this weekend was really busy so food was about a 45 minute wait but worth it. The bartender, Vick, was great and did his best. Overall great place to eat and drink.
(5)Frank B.
The service was great. Super nice bartender. The crab cake bites where amazing!!! The quesadilla was not bad either. Grilled cheese was mediocre, but the mashed potatoes were awesome. Great place for a late night bite.
(4)Stephen D.
Came here for a late(r) night Jambalaya and cocktail This place is a little grimy, but still has some charm. They also carry about 10 different Absinthe(s). The menu is extensive and has all of the favorites of NOLA. We had eaten dinner about 2 hours before, but we were craving some Jambalaya. The Jambalaya here is rich and tasty, not too spicy just perfectly satisfying. The bartender was really friendly and helpful even though his shift was about to end. There were smokers and although the doors were opened, it can get a little smoky here. I'm sure all of the other food is good too, check it out if you are stuck for a place to eat.
(4)kayce j.
Best burger in NOLA! This is a cute swanky little bar just off Bourbon! Loved every minute we spent there!
(5)Michelle D.
We stumbled upon this bar one evening when we and friends were visiting NOLA. It is what I would consider more appealing than any of the bars on Bourbon Street, etc. and I noticed quite a few locals in the place. The food is wonderful. We had the jambalaya, shrimp and grits, scampi, crab cake appetizers and a few others. The food is clearly prepared with love and is authentic. The chef came out to check on us twice and even gave my friend a few recipes. The bar tender was attentive and friendly. Originally from Ireland, she's been a transplant for at least a decade and great to talk with. We were so thankful that we passed by all the touristy bars with the frozen pizza and daiquiris and chose the Copper Monkey!
(5)Dale S.
Always a staple stop while in Nola. Everything I have ever tried at this grill had been excellent. Great staff.. Always recommend.
(5)Davin L.
Our group had the jambalaya and it was pretty good. At the end of the meal we saw a rat running around in the kitchen....which made it taste less good. I will give them the benefit if the doubt that the rat doesn't live there full time, but hope that they do something about it. I took off the traditional two stars for allowing a rat in the kitchen.
(1)Richard N.
Went for lunch, had a burger and met a client who always ate there. It was ok. It's a bar that sells food. It's not like you gotta go because of this unique item, but was ok. During the day kinda slow. I could imagine it would be better at night.
(3)C B.
Let me start off this review by saying that Megan is our favorite bartender in New Orleans!!! Super knowledgeable and friendly! We didn't have any food but the atmosphere was great, drinks were on the money, and again, bartender was excellent!!! Thanks Megan!!!
(5)Jeff C.
Want to see a vegan with a taste for blood? Even look like you're about to fuck with her french fries. My Favorite Vegan was feeling a little crazy after being out in French Quarter Fest and not having enough starchy carbs throughout the day. She needed french fries. With the lines making it hard to scan food booth signs for the simple sliced potatoes we attempted to find fries at Somethin' Else cafe only to discover their fryer was broken. The line was out the door at Oceana (must have been due to all that advertising on WWL radio) we ducked into here and got lucky to snag a table because a guy got fed up waiting for a drink. And then we waited. And waited. And waited. We waited a while and started wondering if we were going to catch Jerry Embree play but finally we were able to place a quick order for a large order of fries for MFV, some fried mozzarella for me, and a couple Abita Ambers. The waitress brought out the beers quickly enough then said. "It's going to be a while." O_o O_O 10 out of 10 for honesty but minus 1 million for "a while" since it seems like a long time for fries. Fortunately, a while wasn't that long and everything came out quickly much to the satisfaction of MFV. Then it started getting weird. (Not weird by New Orleans standards especially during a festival but weird none the less.) One older guy walks out from the back, stops at out table, looks at MFV's fries and asks "Are you going to eat all of that?" My Favorite Vegan is nothing but polite and was able to confirm that she was in fact eating all of those even though she still had a rather crazed look in her eye. 5 minutes later drunk frat guy walk by the our table screaming "FRENCH FRIES!" If he took one step closer we may have had a vegan with a taste for blood on our hands. In the end, the only red in her basket was ketchup and we made it in time to see Jerry. The lesson learned, never mess with my favorite vegan and her fries.
(3)Chester R.
hung here for a couple nights watching the sports game while I was in town.....great location for people watching....solid drinks...affordable.....and fantastic bar food.....the whitney special is insane...and the monkey buns are food crack.
(4)Laura K.
Our first stop while in New Orleans. It was late Thursday night/early Friday morning. Drinks were great, food was unexpectedly fabulous. The bartender was entertaining and friendly. Definitely not touristy. Loved it!
(4)Michelle C.
I had a Chicken Ceaser wrap with sweet potato fries-very good! Took long for our Spinach Artichoke dip to come out, but not too bad. The bartender was nice, very welcoming. My boyfriend had a seafood gumbo which he liked a lot! We also had the MONKEY BUNS!! TOOOO Good...this was our first time trying the Beignettes, so we had nothing to compare them to, but they were AMAZING. We also got Beignettes at Cafe Du Monte a couple days later and they were a lot more dense than the ones at Copper Monkey. I dont know which one was more "authentic" I really don't see how you could really mess them up....I definately prefer the ones here because they are light and fluffy. WAYYYYYY too much powdered sugar, but i am pretty sure thats how they are supposed to be....I dusted it off, and it was even better! yum yum!
(4)Colleen M.
This place was like a beacon of light in the otherwise raucous insanity of all the mardi gras bourbon street hoopla. I'm a dive bar/good beer/conversation kind of chick. While I love the craziness I gotta have someplace to go to take a step back and slow it down a bit. This was that place. I know Mardi gras isn't the place to reconnect with long lost friends but when that is the first place you've gotten to see them in a year or so you kind of want to be able to hear each other at some point in the night. Stumbled (quite literally) upon this place, sat at the bar and enjoyed a beer in a place where I could actually hear what my friends were saying. The bartender was attentive and the people in the bar seemed to mostly be composed of regulars. Everyone seemed to know each other and that is the perfect bar atmosphere as far as I am concerned. If I lived local I'd be a regular.
(4)Bettina G.
Had a lunch and late night dinner here. The sweet potato fries were the absolute best. We went back three times just to snack on those. Also had a wrap and club sandwich, both which were great as well. Cute little bar, great service, perfect location from our hotel room.
(5)Chris H.
Peanut butter hamburger was great! Monkey buns make my taste buds happy. Some of the friendliest service I've had in New Orleans.
(5)Steve I.
I go here mainly for the monkey buns (banana-stuffed beignets)!!! I am not a fan of beignets in general but the monkey buns are wonderful. For $6 you get 4 of these magnificent treats. Cool friendly bartenders, drinks made right, and lots of friendly folks frequent the place. A bar I come to again and again because it has all the right ingredients (did I mention those monkey buns?).
(4)Sherri W.
I'm sorry, why do you even have a Touch Tunes jukebox if you are going to turn it off as soon as I've played a song? Rude!
(1)Deborah E.
I cannot say enough about this place! If I could give it more stars I would. When looking at it, this looks like a typical New Orleans French Quarter bar. But then I ordered the Hurricane. THE BEST HURRICANE EVER! Be careful because they are lethal. After two, you might start flirting with the nice lamp post down the street. Make sure to ask them to make it by hand. The premade ones are not as good. The bar staff is wonderful and the clientelle is laid back and very good. I have not had the food there and you need to order at the bar. But it is a great place to while away an hour or two. I would highly recommend it!
(5)Dusty B.
Another great bar in NOLA! The place sort of called me in. The place is a little divey which is what I like. The bartender was super nice and cool. Thanks, S.C.!
(4)David P.
Some friends and I were trying to find a place one night and stumbled into Copper Monkey. We were so hungry we were willing to eat anything, even though we heard warnings of eating at dive bars in NO. They are the exemption. Food was awesome, Atmosphere was awesome, the pretty bartender was awesome. After the Erin Rose, this is my 2nd favorite bar in NO.
(4)Amanda C.
Went here last night to try out these Monkey Buns. I'm not sure why anyone was intimidated to go in here; it seems pretty normal. It's actually really well-lit and not crowded. The only thing that's off-putting (as a female) is that me and the bartender were the only ones. But, she totally didn't care and got on with the customers as if she didn't even notice, which put me at ease. In about 10 minutes these things came out and for some unexplainable reason, the beignet packaging isn't hot but GOOD LORD THOSE BANANAS ARE PIPING! Sadly, they didn't live up to my expectations. I LOVE the idea of banana stuffed beignets but I was expecting to see actual mushy bananas in there, not some brown unidentified goop. Either way, the bartender was sweet and the place seemed fine. If I'm ever in the mood for round two, I'll go back.
(3)N W.
Small place but it's a great find for a quick bite to eat and drink. Feels like a local bar from home. Bartender is mad cool
(4)Ryan C.
Awesome food considering its a bar. Great 24 hour menu. Generous portions and pretty good quality if I may say so. Friendly staff and clean restrooms which can be hard to find in the FQ. Swing on in and check it out.
(5)Sara F.
Good place to go if you're a hot guy who wants to flirt with a bartender. HORRIBLE place to go if you're a normal human being looking to be treated as such and get served some food. The waitress didn't write anything down so surprisingly enough when our arrived ONE HOUR later, it was incorrect. She was behind the bar by that time (a busboy brought out our food) and it was impossible to get her attention away from all the guys hitting on her. When she finally did decide to give us the time of day again, she told us it would be another HOUR if we wanted our food remade, or she could just cancel our bill altogether. Made no apology, offered no compensation for HER mistake in the first place, and then immediately went back to serving drinks. NOT a way to treat paying customers at all. I guess since we weren't shoving $20s in her face every five minutes our money didn't matter enough to her. Not only that, but the food was mediocre at best This was my first experience in New Orleans and if the Copper Monkey is what it represents, then I've had more than my fill of the city.
(1)Alicia B.
When you're drunk and it's 1 a.m. and your hotel bartender says "I don't have food, but next door at Copper Monkey is pretty good. It took me 6 months to work up the courage to go in there, but it's a pretty cool place." you're faced with a dilemma. Do we have the courage or not?! We were ravenous and figured it couldn't be that bad, so we gave it a try. It's a friendly, small bar off the beaten-path of Bourbon Street. They had a ton of beer options and a lot of appetizers and sandwiches. We settled on the greasiest, fattiest options we could find and everything was very tasty! The bartender was speedy at getting everyone's order and our food came out really quick. It wasn't gourmet, by any means, but it was a great after-drinking bite. And not over-priced like it would have been the next street over. Overall, very happy to have drunkenly stumbled in.
(3)Joy W.
Definitely didn't see an extensive menu... To call this a grill is pushing it. If you want an off the beaten path bar.. It would be great. They really should not be serving food.
(1)Lisa M.
I'm seeing a trend with the reviews of the Copper Monkey- it seems everyone just "Stumbles into" this place...and that's exactly what we did...Mardi Gras night 2006...needed food while we waited for midnight to watch the police some down Boubon...walked down Conti, peeked in, saw an empty table and headed in. We ordered a bunch of food, including the nachos and some drinks. The nachos are really really good. Or else we have been really really hungry every time we have been here! It's become a tradition to hit the Copper Monkey late night every trip since for some nachos. The bar staff is friendly, and the service is pretty quick. It's a bar. It's clean and there are a few tvs. There is a back patio room, but we have never sat back there. My husband and I watched one of the Saints play off games here in January and had a great time with a bar full of Saints fans! We had the burgers and they were really good. Of special note is the wings. We are from NEPA where we have so many bars that have really good Buffalo style chicken wings. We have searched high and lo in NOLA to find some decent wings. (as we plan to move there, we can't live without wings!). Our search has been unsuccessful as every place that makes wings down there breads them! Wings are not breaded! Well, we were happy to find that the Copper Monkey does them right! They were nice sized, crispy and drenched in wing sauce! I hate to even do a review on the Copper Monkey as it seems to be a nice little French Quarter secret. We've always been lucky to get a table and have brought friends here several times. It's a hidden gem.....
(5)Marie S.
Happened upon this place looking for some lunch off of Bourbon Street. What a great discovery! Great service, the bartender was extremely helpful and friendly. We tried the crab cake bites which were to die for (we even came back for two more orders the next day.) I had the Whitney Special (mashed potatoes covered in cheese, bacon, sliced chicken strips and sour cream) which was perfect hangover food. Yummy! We even tried the local Saison beer they had on tap and it was by far the best beer I had my whole trip. Which I could get it back home in Arizona. And of course I had to try some Absinthe given their huge selection, and it was better than expected.
(5)Straw D.
This is our favorite New Orleans bar...and we went to a few! Megan the day bartender is amazing. It's a tough bar to tend and she did an excellent job with excellent service, great communication and a smile. For me the smile was a bonus! the IPA on tap was fresh and good, the gumbo was the beat we had... Reginald was cool preping and serving. For us these kind of place are all about service and this was the best....but be cool, understand where you are and RELAX...you will enjoy this place!
(5)Sophia L.
I just went in to grab some food to go and ordered the ceasar wrap. It was SOOOO delicious! Being from Cali I assumed it would be a regular cold wrap, tortilla with the cold salad inside, but I pleasantly surprised when it was huge, grilled (warm) and simply yummy. There are a few other wraps to choose from and I bet they are just as good. I also ordered the crab stuffed mushrooms. I can pass on those next time. I would definitely go back, just for the wrap!
(4)Paul B.
Great place to go to get out of the madness of Bourbon Street, but close enough so you can get right back into it. Great food, prepared the way you expect it. The grilled cheese is just like mom used to make, no gruyere on artisan bread made with cold pressed, cilantro infused olive oil. The burger is generous and they get the concept that medium doesn't mean cooked to the consistency of modeling clay. They also have local dishes like jambalaya, crawfish etoufee and beignets with banana filling. The staff is very friendly, especially Mary and Meaghan (hope I spelled that right) and after an hour you'll feel like you've been going there for years. Drink prices are reasonable for the Quarter and they've got a better selection than most bars, including things like Chartreuse, Fernet Branch, and several varieties of absinthe. A Touch Tunes jukebox lets you play your favorites right from your seat. Stop in here once and it'll become a tradition for all of your future visits to New Orleans.
(5)Stephanie K.
We came here for lunch on our last day in town, and the food was awesome. Blackened shrimp po'boy, club sandwich, and crawfish etouffee; generous portions, served hot and perfectly seasoned. My only issue was that the bartender was kind of obnoxious. Imagine Hannah from "Girls" but way, way louder. (I'm mere inches from you hon, you don't need to shout in my face). That being said, I'd definitely go back again.
(3)C M.
Great food,l5 stars! Little off the beaten path but who can't love a good dive bar with great food... will visit many more times. Burger was fantastic.
(5)Colleen M.
This place was like a beacon of light in the otherwise raucous insanity of all the mardi gras bourbon street hoopla. I'm a dive bar/good beer/conversation kind of chick. While I love the craziness I gotta have someplace to go to take a step back and slow it down a bit. This was that place. I know Mardi gras isn't the place to reconnect with long lost friends but when that is the first place you've gotten to see them in a year or so you kind of want to be able to hear each other at some point in the night. Stumbled (quite literally) upon this place, sat at the bar and enjoyed a beer in a place where I could actually hear what my friends were saying. The bartender was attentive and the people in the bar seemed to mostly be composed of regulars. Everyone seemed to know each other and that is the perfect bar atmosphere as far as I am concerned. If I lived local I'd be a regular.
(4)Bettina G.
Had a lunch and late night dinner here. The sweet potato fries were the absolute best. We went back three times just to snack on those. Also had a wrap and club sandwich, both which were great as well. Cute little bar, great service, perfect location from our hotel room.
(5)Chris H.
Peanut butter hamburger was great! Monkey buns make my taste buds happy. Some of the friendliest service I've had in New Orleans.
(5)Sherri W.
I'm sorry, why do you even have a Touch Tunes jukebox if you are going to turn it off as soon as I've played a song? Rude!
(1)Steve I.
I go here mainly for the monkey buns (banana-stuffed beignets)!!! I am not a fan of beignets in general but the monkey buns are wonderful. For $6 you get 4 of these magnificent treats. Cool friendly bartenders, drinks made right, and lots of friendly folks frequent the place. A bar I come to again and again because it has all the right ingredients (did I mention those monkey buns?).
(4)Deborah E.
I cannot say enough about this place! If I could give it more stars I would. When looking at it, this looks like a typical New Orleans French Quarter bar. But then I ordered the Hurricane. THE BEST HURRICANE EVER! Be careful because they are lethal. After two, you might start flirting with the nice lamp post down the street. Make sure to ask them to make it by hand. The premade ones are not as good. The bar staff is wonderful and the clientelle is laid back and very good. I have not had the food there and you need to order at the bar. But it is a great place to while away an hour or two. I would highly recommend it!
(5)Richard N.
Went for lunch, had a burger and met a client who always ate there. It was ok. It's a bar that sells food. It's not like you gotta go because of this unique item, but was ok. During the day kinda slow. I could imagine it would be better at night.
(3)C B.
Let me start off this review by saying that Megan is our favorite bartender in New Orleans!!! Super knowledgeable and friendly! We didn't have any food but the atmosphere was great, drinks were on the money, and again, bartender was excellent!!! Thanks Megan!!!
(5)Amanda C.
Went here last night to try out these Monkey Buns. I'm not sure why anyone was intimidated to go in here; it seems pretty normal. It's actually really well-lit and not crowded. The only thing that's off-putting (as a female) is that me and the bartender were the only ones. But, she totally didn't care and got on with the customers as if she didn't even notice, which put me at ease. In about 10 minutes these things came out and for some unexplainable reason, the beignet packaging isn't hot but GOOD LORD THOSE BANANAS ARE PIPING! Sadly, they didn't live up to my expectations. I LOVE the idea of banana stuffed beignets but I was expecting to see actual mushy bananas in there, not some brown unidentified goop. Either way, the bartender was sweet and the place seemed fine. If I'm ever in the mood for round two, I'll go back.
(3)N W.
Small place but it's a great find for a quick bite to eat and drink. Feels like a local bar from home. Bartender is mad cool
(4)Ryan C.
Awesome food considering its a bar. Great 24 hour menu. Generous portions and pretty good quality if I may say so. Friendly staff and clean restrooms which can be hard to find in the FQ. Swing on in and check it out.
(5)Sara F.
Good place to go if you're a hot guy who wants to flirt with a bartender. HORRIBLE place to go if you're a normal human being looking to be treated as such and get served some food. The waitress didn't write anything down so surprisingly enough when our arrived ONE HOUR later, it was incorrect. She was behind the bar by that time (a busboy brought out our food) and it was impossible to get her attention away from all the guys hitting on her. When she finally did decide to give us the time of day again, she told us it would be another HOUR if we wanted our food remade, or she could just cancel our bill altogether. Made no apology, offered no compensation for HER mistake in the first place, and then immediately went back to serving drinks. NOT a way to treat paying customers at all. I guess since we weren't shoving $20s in her face every five minutes our money didn't matter enough to her. Not only that, but the food was mediocre at best This was my first experience in New Orleans and if the Copper Monkey is what it represents, then I've had more than my fill of the city.
(1)Joy W.
Definitely didn't see an extensive menu... To call this a grill is pushing it. If you want an off the beaten path bar.. It would be great. They really should not be serving food.
(1)Alicia B.
When you're drunk and it's 1 a.m. and your hotel bartender says "I don't have food, but next door at Copper Monkey is pretty good. It took me 6 months to work up the courage to go in there, but it's a pretty cool place." you're faced with a dilemma. Do we have the courage or not?! We were ravenous and figured it couldn't be that bad, so we gave it a try. It's a friendly, small bar off the beaten-path of Bourbon Street. They had a ton of beer options and a lot of appetizers and sandwiches. We settled on the greasiest, fattiest options we could find and everything was very tasty! The bartender was speedy at getting everyone's order and our food came out really quick. It wasn't gourmet, by any means, but it was a great after-drinking bite. And not over-priced like it would have been the next street over. Overall, very happy to have drunkenly stumbled in.
(3)Lisa M.
I'm seeing a trend with the reviews of the Copper Monkey- it seems everyone just "Stumbles into" this place...and that's exactly what we did...Mardi Gras night 2006...needed food while we waited for midnight to watch the police some down Boubon...walked down Conti, peeked in, saw an empty table and headed in. We ordered a bunch of food, including the nachos and some drinks. The nachos are really really good. Or else we have been really really hungry every time we have been here! It's become a tradition to hit the Copper Monkey late night every trip since for some nachos. The bar staff is friendly, and the service is pretty quick. It's a bar. It's clean and there are a few tvs. There is a back patio room, but we have never sat back there. My husband and I watched one of the Saints play off games here in January and had a great time with a bar full of Saints fans! We had the burgers and they were really good. Of special note is the wings. We are from NEPA where we have so many bars that have really good Buffalo style chicken wings. We have searched high and lo in NOLA to find some decent wings. (as we plan to move there, we can't live without wings!). Our search has been unsuccessful as every place that makes wings down there breads them! Wings are not breaded! Well, we were happy to find that the Copper Monkey does them right! They were nice sized, crispy and drenched in wing sauce! I hate to even do a review on the Copper Monkey as it seems to be a nice little French Quarter secret. We've always been lucky to get a table and have brought friends here several times. It's a hidden gem.....
(5)Marie S.
Happened upon this place looking for some lunch off of Bourbon Street. What a great discovery! Great service, the bartender was extremely helpful and friendly. We tried the crab cake bites which were to die for (we even came back for two more orders the next day.) I had the Whitney Special (mashed potatoes covered in cheese, bacon, sliced chicken strips and sour cream) which was perfect hangover food. Yummy! We even tried the local Saison beer they had on tap and it was by far the best beer I had my whole trip. Which I could get it back home in Arizona. And of course I had to try some Absinthe given their huge selection, and it was better than expected.
(5)Straw D.
This is our favorite New Orleans bar...and we went to a few! Megan the day bartender is amazing. It's a tough bar to tend and she did an excellent job with excellent service, great communication and a smile. For me the smile was a bonus! the IPA on tap was fresh and good, the gumbo was the beat we had... Reginald was cool preping and serving. For us these kind of place are all about service and this was the best....but be cool, understand where you are and RELAX...you will enjoy this place!
(5)Dusty B.
Another great bar in NOLA! The place sort of called me in. The place is a little divey which is what I like. The bartender was super nice and cool. Thanks, S.C.!
(4)David P.
Some friends and I were trying to find a place one night and stumbled into Copper Monkey. We were so hungry we were willing to eat anything, even though we heard warnings of eating at dive bars in NO. They are the exemption. Food was awesome, Atmosphere was awesome, the pretty bartender was awesome. After the Erin Rose, this is my 2nd favorite bar in NO.
(4)Paul B.
Great place to go to get out of the madness of Bourbon Street, but close enough so you can get right back into it. Great food, prepared the way you expect it. The grilled cheese is just like mom used to make, no gruyere on artisan bread made with cold pressed, cilantro infused olive oil. The burger is generous and they get the concept that medium doesn't mean cooked to the consistency of modeling clay. They also have local dishes like jambalaya, crawfish etoufee and beignets with banana filling. The staff is very friendly, especially Mary and Meaghan (hope I spelled that right) and after an hour you'll feel like you've been going there for years. Drink prices are reasonable for the Quarter and they've got a better selection than most bars, including things like Chartreuse, Fernet Branch, and several varieties of absinthe. A Touch Tunes jukebox lets you play your favorites right from your seat. Stop in here once and it'll become a tradition for all of your future visits to New Orleans.
(5)Stephanie K.
We came here for lunch on our last day in town, and the food was awesome. Blackened shrimp po'boy, club sandwich, and crawfish etouffee; generous portions, served hot and perfectly seasoned. My only issue was that the bartender was kind of obnoxious. Imagine Hannah from "Girls" but way, way louder. (I'm mere inches from you hon, you don't need to shout in my face). That being said, I'd definitely go back again.
(3)C M.
Great food,l5 stars! Little off the beaten path but who can't love a good dive bar with great food... will visit many more times. Burger was fantastic.
(5)Kelly P.
We were staying a hotel on Conti Street and looking for a good bar that wasn't on Bourbon Street. All we had to do was walk out the front door turn right walk 10 steps and turn right into the Copper Monkey. The staff is glad to see you and will make any drink you ask for even if it is a Bloody Mary at 2am. We ended every night there and started to feel like a local by the third night. The food is great and perfect at the start of your day or the end of you evening. Stop in for one and you will stay for many. Enjoy the music, drinks and food.
(5)Jon C.
This is the place the locals go for a hurricane as opposed to the other "touristy" traps. If you want to do it right, try their red beans and rice.
(5)B K.
Didn't eat there, so I can't review the food. But we did stop there for drinks, and enjoyed the friendly, dive bar atmosphere.
(4)A X.
Five stars because it does the "small divey bar" thing about as well as it can be done. I ate there twice. Once I had a small shrimp creole. The other time a small gumbo. A small was as much as I could eat and I don't have a tiny appetite. If you manage to get through a small with an appetite, be grateful and try one other their other delicious options. Both the shrimp creole and gumbo were delicious and real. Best gumbo I had in NOLA. Anyone who isn't completely enamored of the food here needs to leave so that there is more room in this very small establishment for people who appreciate it. Also tried the Lazy Magnolia Southern Hops'pitality beer. Very good IPA. Service was average, though I didn't hang out for that long and they stay pretty busy. No complaints.
(5)Luisana N.
Food is good, burgers yum, sandwiches yum. Small little bar, pretty good service. Cheap.
(4)Lloyd C.
I stayed at the Prince Conti, which is just down the street, and needed a quick bite to eat since it was Halloween and the Saints played the Steelers and it was busy as heck in New Orleans. The bartender was SO unattentive, it was ridiculous! Yes the place is a dive, but the burger was pretty good. She didn't ask me if I wanted cheese, and totally ignored me until the burger got there. She also got the orders of people who came in after me their orders before mine! I sure hope she doesn't represent what New Orleans is all about!
(2)Jake C.
We came here because we had 2 separate unsuccessful attempts to have a Peanut Butter Burger at Yo Mamma's, horrible service!! Locals told us to try the Copper Monkey, they had a peanut butter burger that was to die for! We were so glad we did. The burger was amazing! I know it sounds weird but so worth the try! The bartender was fantastic and friendly. Excellent service! Can't wait to go back.
(5)Jan G.
What do you do after a night of booze and burlesque when you find yourself on Bourbon at 3am in the morning and so hungry you would eat the leftovers from one of the Lucky Dog vendors? Ask a local where you can get something a little safer to eat. We were directed to the Copper Monkey! Walking into this place, I knew they had misunderstood us. We wanted to "eat up" not get "beat up". Seriously, this looked like the last place you would find something to eat and thats why it pays to ask! If you look at most of my reviews, you will see that I go into some detail about the actual food.....however, I can't remember exactly what we had! I do remember some very tasty chicken strips ( I think) and a yummy quesadilla. I wouldnt hesitate to fall into this place again after visiting the Opera House, Rick's or Irving Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse at the Royal Sonesta.
(3)Christie H.
Went here with my boyfriend to grab a bite to eat. Loved the enviroment. Food was great. Average bar prices from what I have noticed. The burgers are excellent!
(4)Amanda L.
Really good, substantial food for not much money. In the French Quarter, it's quite an accomplishment. I had chicken strips and fries (I'm boring), which were hot and perfectly cooked and spiced. The man had the best nachos I've ever had in the Quarter...they use the good, "cheap" cheese sauce, but then layer it with a salsa-y sauce, sour cream, lettuce, tomato, and jalapenos...very trashy-delicious. Drinks are strooong, which of course allots to them an extra star. A good place to stop when your wallet can't take the hit.
(4)Allison R.
It's a good bar. They have a great jukebox and always have the local games on tv. The bar tenders are really knowledgeable and offer a wide arrange of drinks. The food is nice as well and not too expensive.
(5)Kelly P.
We were staying a hotel on Conti Street and looking for a good bar that wasn't on Bourbon Street. All we had to do was walk out the front door turn right walk 10 steps and turn right into the Copper Monkey. The staff is glad to see you and will make any drink you ask for even if it is a Bloody Mary at 2am. We ended every night there and started to feel like a local by the third night. The food is great and perfect at the start of your day or the end of you evening. Stop in for one and you will stay for many. Enjoy the music, drinks and food.
(5)Jon C.
This is the place the locals go for a hurricane as opposed to the other "touristy" traps. If you want to do it right, try their red beans and rice.
(5)B K.
Didn't eat there, so I can't review the food. But we did stop there for drinks, and enjoyed the friendly, dive bar atmosphere.
(4)A X.
Five stars because it does the "small divey bar" thing about as well as it can be done. I ate there twice. Once I had a small shrimp creole. The other time a small gumbo. A small was as much as I could eat and I don't have a tiny appetite. If you manage to get through a small with an appetite, be grateful and try one other their other delicious options. Both the shrimp creole and gumbo were delicious and real. Best gumbo I had in NOLA. Anyone who isn't completely enamored of the food here needs to leave so that there is more room in this very small establishment for people who appreciate it. Also tried the Lazy Magnolia Southern Hops'pitality beer. Very good IPA. Service was average, though I didn't hang out for that long and they stay pretty busy. No complaints.
(5)Jasmine B.
I've been to copper monkey several times and it seems that's it's been going downhill the post few times. I was there last night and my bartender, Marisa, seemed more concerned with smoking than providing a good customer experience. She made my Long Island incorrectly and rolled her eyes when I asked her to correct it and told her that it does not in fact include bourbon. Our food came out wrong and when I got the bill and asked why the Long Island was $11, she said it had always been that way and other bartenders must have been giving me a break. All in all a horrible experience. I'm a bartender and I would never treat a customer that way.
(1)Luisana N.
Food is good, burgers yum, sandwiches yum. Small little bar, pretty good service. Cheap.
(4)Lloyd C.
I stayed at the Prince Conti, which is just down the street, and needed a quick bite to eat since it was Halloween and the Saints played the Steelers and it was busy as heck in New Orleans. The bartender was SO unattentive, it was ridiculous! Yes the place is a dive, but the burger was pretty good. She didn't ask me if I wanted cheese, and totally ignored me until the burger got there. She also got the orders of people who came in after me their orders before mine! I sure hope she doesn't represent what New Orleans is all about!
(2)Jake C.
We came here because we had 2 separate unsuccessful attempts to have a Peanut Butter Burger at Yo Mamma's, horrible service!! Locals told us to try the Copper Monkey, they had a peanut butter burger that was to die for! We were so glad we did. The burger was amazing! I know it sounds weird but so worth the try! The bartender was fantastic and friendly. Excellent service! Can't wait to go back.
(5)Jan G.
What do you do after a night of booze and burlesque when you find yourself on Bourbon at 3am in the morning and so hungry you would eat the leftovers from one of the Lucky Dog vendors? Ask a local where you can get something a little safer to eat. We were directed to the Copper Monkey! Walking into this place, I knew they had misunderstood us. We wanted to "eat up" not get "beat up". Seriously, this looked like the last place you would find something to eat and thats why it pays to ask! If you look at most of my reviews, you will see that I go into some detail about the actual food.....however, I can't remember exactly what we had! I do remember some very tasty chicken strips ( I think) and a yummy quesadilla. I wouldnt hesitate to fall into this place again after visiting the Opera House, Rick's or Irving Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse at the Royal Sonesta.
(3)Christie H.
Went here with my boyfriend to grab a bite to eat. Loved the enviroment. Food was great. Average bar prices from what I have noticed. The burgers are excellent!
(4)Amanda L.
Really good, substantial food for not much money. In the French Quarter, it's quite an accomplishment. I had chicken strips and fries (I'm boring), which were hot and perfectly cooked and spiced. The man had the best nachos I've ever had in the Quarter...they use the good, "cheap" cheese sauce, but then layer it with a salsa-y sauce, sour cream, lettuce, tomato, and jalapenos...very trashy-delicious. Drinks are strooong, which of course allots to them an extra star. A good place to stop when your wallet can't take the hit.
(4)Allison R.
It's a good bar. They have a great jukebox and always have the local games on tv. The bar tenders are really knowledgeable and offer a wide arrange of drinks. The food is nice as well and not too expensive.
(5)Mark D.
We stumbled in here purely by accident. We were glad we did. The atmosphere was cozy; the lights tastefully dim. The bartender, Lorna, was busy, but still found time to be cordial and conversational. My Po' Boy was pretty dog-gone tasty. I did not expect this from "bar food." We also ordered a club, which seems like a ridiculous thing to do at a bar, but it, too, was fresh and delicious. Our drinks were refreshing and "generous", if you nomsayin'. All-in-all, a very good experience!
(5)Elexa D.
Great menu. Great staff. No complaints from me. Word to the wise-- Try the Absinthe!
(5)Tarsh G.
The lady behind the bar was pretty awful. No hint of a smile or giving a shit at all. Although I have found in New Orleans that smiles are apparently only for special occasions. Or maybe it's just too hot to use those muscles? Anyway, I had the BBQ burger with their 'special BBQ sauce'. It came out of a generic supermarket bottle, not even trying to be a gourmet version, let alone made in-house which I had foolishly assumed. It was a basic burger, the redeeming feature was the sweet potato fries, yum! Like another reviewer said, I wasn't given cutlery either so it was all hands in.
(2)Treetta M.
Off the beaten path of the French Quarter in New Orleans. The Cooper Monkey was one door away from our hotel. We passed it several times and finally said lets go in there it seems like the locals frequent there. We were able to purchase Hurricane cocktails for $7.50 instead of 10.00 or more boy were they tasty and alcohol filled without being frozen they were served on the rocks. Let's talk food we ordered the shrimp creole over a bed of white rice the shrimp was amazingly seasoned the creole sauce was oh so spicy but not overbearing. I ordered the Whitney special which is plenty for two people it consisted of mashed potatoes nacho cheese with bacon sprinkled throughout the dish garnished with chicken tenders topped with sour cream. Cooper Monkey is worth your time sorry we didn't get there sooner. Definitely a four star from me.
(5)Heath G.
Ok it stays open late sooooooo that might be why 4 stars... Because people are drunk, it's late, and it's food. Well, I just had a late night meal and I was starving but it was very bland. First off the service is terrible... You have to order from the bar and the bar tender is a class a douchebag! I'm serious, multiple people were calling at him at once and he lost his shit and yelled at the entire bar to just shut up.... Hahaha! Ok now to the food...menu looked good so I asked what was the best between red beans and rice, gumbo, or crawfish étouffée. The bartender said any because all were home made, which was complete bullshit. I went with the crawfish étouffée which I typically love... It was a bland bowl of crawfish tails. The crawfish tails were not good, very fishy,and no seasoning at all in their supposed "homemade roux base" This place lives off its late night hours... The food sucks and the bartender is a douchebag Never again, pass and just wait until breakfast!
(1)Renaud S.
Stopped here on a Friday evening to grab a few drinks. The place is quite small, that creates a nice a cozy atmosphere, I like that. Unfortunately they don't have that much draft beer choice, but ton's of vodka though. We had a good time there, the waitress was really nice and friendly. Although we didn't had anything, the food seem to be delicious here.
(4)Evelyn O.
Great burgers...1/2 lb of beef severed on a great bun. Plenty of Shrimp on the Po Boy. Great and friendly bar tender, Zoe. A definite stop for drinks and food.
(5)Irene H.
My husband and I decided to stop by for a late lunch. We were so hungry, we were in the vicinity and stopped by. The bartender took our beverage and meal order. Our shrimp creole and étouffée were served first and were absolutely delicious. The burgers tasted fresh and huge. Certainly not the half pounders in the menus description they were more than that without a doubt. The ground sirloin was cooked perfectly and the fries were delicious but not to compare to the burgers. My husband wanted beignets but was too full so we took our order home. This is a dive bar with a chef who doesn't scrimp on quality and won't let you go hungry.
(5)Brian B.
Nice place to duck in to when in the Quarter. I just came across is while walking down Conti St. Small place with a big bar (typical New Orleans), they have a nice menu. Bartender was super friendly as well. I had a wrap, it was good, it served its purpose. Prices are average for NOLA. Nothing to set it apart from any of the other bar/restaurants in the Quarter, but I did enjoy it.
(4)Mike G.
Bro it was hot as hell in here, turn on the freaking A/C!!!! It was funny though, we were sitting at the bar with a couple who lives 5 minutes from us in Houston. Made some new friends. Way to hot in here though!!!
(3)Ashley H.
This is a decent place right off Burbon! Feels a little less like the hustle and bustle tourist bars. The atmosphere is nice and they have many Nola specialties, as do most of the places close by. These prices are fair and reasonable though, a decent change after you've been spending upwards of $30 for meals in the French Quarter. Definitely trying the monkey buns next time, from the pictures they look fantastically and guiltily delicious. We heard a woman we went on a tour with talking about them.
(3)Kevin L.
This bar is located a bit off Bourbon Street so it's not as crowded or rowdy. I came here because it was one of the last bars still open late at night with food. We split an order of nachos which were huge, but delicious. The bartender was nice and attentive. The atmosphere was snug and cozy compared to the crowd on Bourbon Street.
(4)Matt G.
Jeepers! Great bar open all night with exceptional grub. The whitney mashed potatoes and monkey bums (beignes with banana) are to die for. One of the best around town.
(5)Chris L.
This place is a nice find. It's off the bourbon street but not far from it. This place is also open at all hours. You can get feed in the middle of the night. It seems as this is the place to go after the bourbon street workers close out. The menu is pretty simple here and surprisingly tasty. Get a cat fish po boy. Can't go wrong with that. It's crispy breaded and fried. Although, i was drunk it still tasted awesome. The barkeep here was also really friendly and was able to hold an interesting conversation.
(4)Al D.
Inexpensive, good-quality food, cheap drinks and a nice little patio out back. Better than 75% of other eateries in the immediate area.
(4)Alyx N.
Good food, slow service. Bar tender was great when we arrived and got drinks right away, but ordered food and after 30 minutes waiting had to ask and they hadn't even started it yet. Food was good once we got it though, so may be just an off night for them.
(3)Amanda S.
Ducked in for a late lunch on a Saturday afternoon. Bartender was VERY generous with the pours and very friendly. Gumbo and jambalaya were good for dive bar food. Visited in early August and air conditioning was on full blast, very comfortable. Would visit again.
(4)Vinny P.
Let me note, before I start my review, that, as is true of all of my reviews, this review is only for the food and service, and for the liquor, since I do not drink alcoholic drinks. This is a great little pub on Conti, a few doors down from Bourbon Street. The food is great, the service is great, and the interior is nice: a very comfortable old French Quarter pub with no pretenses. I have eaten a quiet dinner of a big juicy custom-made hamburger many times at this pub during my stays in the Quarter. Whenever I am eating dinner here, I almost always ask to be seated at one of the two small tables located in the tiny outdoor patio near the rear of the bar area, Now, when I say "outdoor patio", let me explain that the term "outdoor" means simply that it is open to the sky above. The patio is very small, and is fully enclosed on a all sides by buildings and building walls, and is largely used by the restaurant for storage of some cleaning supplies, but the little patio is very cozy, very cute, and a perfect place for one or two persons (or perhaps three or four if you wanted to push the envelope a bit...) to eat a quite dinner in a great little enclosed outdoor space. And yes, during rainstorms, despite all the surrounding buildgins and stairwells, some of the rain does reach the little patio, at least the portions of the patio that are not shielded by overhead balconies or stairwells. I have NEVER encountered any other customers when I have eaten my dinners on this patio; I have always had it all to myself, and all of the staff, including both bar waitstaff and the kitchen staff, seem to appreciate what a beautiful little secluded place this is, and they are always very respectful of my privacy when I am eating there, and yet they also manage to be very solicitous of my needs, and ask if I might need anything else with my meal. So, this tiny outdoor patio is a very well-kept secret! And, it is not for everyone! It is tiny, there is old equipment stored along its edges, and it is in a beautiful state of mild disrepair, and, as you would expect with any really good dive bar, there is something a bit shabby about the patio. In fact, I cannot believe that location scouts for Hollywood studios do not have both the bar itself, and particularly this little outdoor dining patio, booked six months out of the year for "atmospheric" film shoots! BTW, their burgers are very good, as is all of their food!
(4)Julie S.
Great service and great gumbo! We didn't see any pics of gumbo, so we were hesitant to order it. The bartender recommended it and the shrimp creole in the New Orleans section, and the gumbo did not disappoint! Loaded with smoked sausage, chicken and okra = YUM! Also enjoying the classic rock jukebox.
(5)Pattie R.
This place is awesome...great food..beverages a plenty...staff very friendly...two thumbs up
(5)Jahan M.
Simple, affordable, and good food at this small dive bar. One of those order-at-the-bar deals but otherwise a comfortable experience. The location is great--just off of Bourbon but away from the noise. Our bartender/waitress was friendly and hustled quite a bit to stay on top of their rush. The menu was a lot of the NOLA classics that would appeal to a shameless tourist such as myself and though the recipes were hardly like the fancy restaurants in the district, they made for great comfort food.
(4)Ashley H.
I randomly ended up here one afternoon when wandering the Quarter. It's a small bar, non-smoking (don't let the cigarette machine fool you) with a patio area out back. The Miller High Life ponies in the cooler caught my eye and I settled in for a trip bank in time. (I don't know about you, but it's been a hot minute since I had a pony-sized beer in a bar.) So, the bartender was nice enough, but she was slow in making sure I had a full beverage. (Damn ponies.) I switched to regular size and things got better. We ordered some snacks to help fuel us on in our adventure. I got the crawfish poppers and they were absolutely disgusting. I attempted to eat one, spit it out, offered one to my friend to confirm the nastiness and pushed them aside. When I ordered them, the waitress said they were like crawfish hush puppies. Well, more like crawfish hush puppy dough because they were pretty much raw except for the very outside. No one bothered to ask how the food was and I wasn't trying to rock any boats that day, so I just paid for them when we closed out and made a mental note. Food aside, the atmosphere was okay. The bathroom was clean. The prices were decent. Would I make Copper Monkey a destination? More than likely not. Would I go back in if I happened upon it again? Possibly. Would I eat there again? Not a chance. Well, maybe those monkey buns that I should've gotten instead, but probably not. All in all, I'm giving them 2.5 stars and rounding up.
(3)Sharon B.
Haven't even got our food yet, but the brunette-ponytail bartender could give two shits for anyone here. Nasty, bitchy, and just a pill to deal with. Take a look in...if she's not there, stop and have a drink! Very cheesy grilled cheese! Yummy!
(2)Jamie R.
Their burger is easily as good as Yo Mama's and more consistently made correctly. I like the shrimp creole here too. Bartenders are attentive. The vibe is touristy but not overly so. The banana stuffed beignets magically cure hangovers. They have a wide variety of absinthe and a dripper setting them apart from most area dive bars.
(3)Travis H.
Might be the most comprehensive and laid back bar in New Orleans.
(4)Yelena D.
The service was horrible. The bartender ignored me and my friends and served people that came in after us until we flagged her down. She then condescendingly took our IDs and ignored us some more. The food was pretty gross, I guess they're used to super drunk people eating the food so they don't try too hard. They didn't give us silverware for the food, and when we asked the bartender rolled her eyes once again. My friend ordered gumbo and didn't get a spoon... But she was too scared to ask for one after our bartender was so rude the first couple times, so she just attempted to eat it with a fork. Honestly, there are so many better places in NOLA to eat, skip this place and go elsewhere!
(1)Leigh C.
This place was a great find! I landed there at a terrible time, but; they were great none the less. I say that because a waitress was changing shifts and a guy (who was off but apparently working the night at another local bar) confirmed that he couldn't come in since they could use the help. Basically- it was a bit slow getting my food because they had an unexpected rush. I was only in town a few days and had the one meal at Copper Monkey. A group of locals walked in while I was sitting there and I overheard them talking about how they always go to the Copper Monkey. I had a nice spot near the door so I could catch interesting characters walking by periodically. I will say that I tried their beignets and they were heavier than others. I'd stick to their other food and grab some beignets elsewhere.
(3)Jessica-Marie M.
Food 24 hours a day. Plus its delicious food. Its not right on Bourbon street so you get a slightly less drunk crowd, although they are still drunk of course. They have a pretty big food menu and a big variety of beers on tap too. I loved the food and I was expecting it to be sub-par because I ordered it at 2am. They have a lot of New Orleans style dishes as well as just regular bar food you would expect anywhere like nachos and chili. Our server was great and the food came out quickly and prices were pretty good. Overall we were happy we stopped by
(4)Denise H.
This was one of the places we hit the first night of our stay in NOLA. It was ok not great not bad. Service was ok. Woman who brought out our food i think was also the only one in the kitchen so food took a little bit but she was very nice and came right back to clean up when we were done. Again not a bad experience just on the "meh" side of things.
(3)Jessica H.
Was in NOLA for a work conference for several days. I ate at several restaurants but always seemed to get a late night craving. Ended up grabbing late night food here three times! Burgers-AMAZING Tots-AMAZING Poppers-AMAZING I would recommend this place for late night, grab and go!
(4)Olga K.
I absolutely adore the copper monkey. It's a total late night French quarter gem. Amazing staff, lovely food, cheap drinks. Definitely a service industry hangout. Thanks for existing !
(5)Anthony T.
Cool little place to grab a drink and some food in the french quarter. Not so amazing that you'll be dying to go back, but solid options and friendly service. You can't go wrong with this place.
(3)lura m.
It was a late night, we were starving, but I'm not gonna lie - the bartender rocked and the food was solid. Chicken fingers and fries for me, a peanut butter burger for the husband with sweet potato fries. The burger was amazing! I'm not certain the peanut butter was necessary, but my husband thought it was delicious. For late night munchies in NOLA I'd give it two thumbs up!
(5)Brittany S.
Stopped in for a drink and dinner. The gumbo was fantastic. Food and drinks are priced well and the service was prompt and polite. The bartender even recommended some other stops for us on our trip.
(4)Diana U.
When I order a cheeseburger at a restaurant, I usually eat half of it and save the other half for later. This was not the case for the Copper Monkey, because I ate most of it! Order the BBQ burger with cheddar and tator tots as a side!
(5)Carolina A.
Fantastic little bar and best Absinthe drink I've ever had! They make it the traditional way with the sugar cube and everything...definitely worth the drink. ;)
(5)Gary B.
This is a pretty solid little spot to grab something to eat whether it be lunch or something late night. They've got a ribeye there for $20ish that I've ordered at 3am and at lunch and it's better than a lot of places that call themselves a steakhouse. Reasonable priced drinks and friendly service make the copper monkey a great place to hang out or just grab a quick bite.
(4)Derrick R.
Great atmosphere low key and the bartenders are fun.... The grilled chicken Caesar wrap is great !!!!!
(4)Edward S.
The bartender s were friendly and the food is good if you go get the monkey buns they are awesome
(4)Pam D.
Stumbled into this place -right off Bourbon Street--quiet bar serving food !!! Best Red Beans & Rice and Jambalaya!!!! Cold beer tasted great on this hot day !!
(4)Christie P.
Went on St Patty's night and the only bartender was trying to take food and drink orders (including window customers). Felt bad for the guy but he had great attitude. Laid back bar/grill with a good selection of food and drinks. Stuffed mushrooms are huge and worth the wait. We had hamburgers and both were cooked correctly. Food did take awhile to get and we ended up going to bar and ordering drinks after first round but again that was no fault of bartender.
(4)Emily M.
We love it here. It's kind of a dive but the waitresses are so nice and the food is great. They even remembered us from a visit the year before. The portions are HUGE. We were so full from lunch that we never ate dinner. I had the Oyster Po Boy - with tater tots - and my husband had the Catfish Po Boy. Both were so yummy. I liked the red beans and rice but it was a little spicy for me. (I'm a wimp). The gumbo my husband had was fantastic and not too spicy. The bloody mary was great too. Don't let this place get too popular or it will ruin the vibe. Enjoy it on the down low.
(5)Shelley P.
My fav place to eat in the quarter. The bartenders are personable. I went back twice so I could try more menu items. Local beer on tap plus many more local bottles too. This is one block off bourbon, open late, and offers wonderful late night snacks. Go where the locals go!
(5)John S.
My wife and I were just looking for some food after rolling in from Memphis. ThCopper Monkey was about 2 blocks from the hotel and looked interesting. It looked like just what we were looking for; relatively inexpensive, cold beer and some NOLA tastes. We ordered the shrimp and grits but the cook came out and said he didn't want to serve the grits he had and it would take awhile. He recommended the Scampi Conti Shrimp (it was the same 10 bucks) so we deferred to his judgment. WOW!! We were so glad we did. That scampi may have been the best I have ever had. The shrimp was fresh and tender, the linguini cooked perfectly and the sauce was outstanding. The seasoning in the creamy sauce was just the right blend or savory and just a small bit of heat. The bartender was quite gregarious and apologized for the lack of many draft beers but we had a blonde ale out of Baton Rouge that was delicious and complemented the scampi perfectly for our tastes. The cook was genuinely interested that we enjoyed our meal and we assured him we were quite pleased. My first experience in New Orleans has started out well. Today it is onto something different.
(5)Lindsay M.
This place was great! We stopped in here on a Tuesday night! Not busy at all but we had stellar service! The drink was amazing (came in a fish bowl) and our food was amazing! They have such a wide variety from New Orleans cuisine to your all American food. I had the Caesar wrap... Yum! Warm and perfect. The cook brings your food out and is such a sweetheart! My boyfriend had the club wrap and his was great too! We love our food and will definitely be back to try the gumbo and jambalaya which looked irresistible! Definitely try this place!
(5)Holly W.
Great place to get away from the craziness, yet close enough to get right back into it. Affordable drinks and nice atmosphere.
(3)Arkham R.
Cozy local dive with good food and attentive bartender. A nice respite from the Bourbon Street bustle. Mostly locals.
(3)Mike M.
This is a nice local bar with a simple but good menu for casual dining. We had the crab cake appetizer which was tasty. The garden salad was ok. My wife and I had Po Boy sandwiches. She had the fried catfish and I had the grilled shrimp. We both thought the food was great and service efficient and friendly. We would return! Was this review helpful?
(4)Peter H.
Take a break and escape from Bourbon Street on a rowdy Saturday night. Dart into this lively, but relaxed bar with a homely local atmosphere for a drink or two before you return to the madness. (side note: Our Irish-born bartender was so charming, accommodating and genuinely nice. What a doll. *cartoon hearts*)
(4)Andrew N.
Came here because we sat down at another place down main strip to get some green fairies. They didnt even look at us or notice us. That place was twice as much for two drinks. This place was half price. I quickly yelped it and foudn them a block away. Just off main street. Either way. The bar tender was friendly and talked to us. But the whole show on for the absinthe. Food was cheap. There were other also who were ordering food. Place was actualy cleaner than a couple of the other bars we walked into as well.
(4)Jamie H.
Six of us came in on our first day in New Orleans; it was raining and we were hopping from one place to the next. We just sat at the bar and had a few drinks. I liked the vibe of the place and it had a cute outdoor patio area out back, which was unusable due to the rain. The waitress was personable and offered up some suggestions of places to go in the area. Pop in for a drink if you're in the area!
(4)Katie K.
One of my favorite places to go have a drink and not be bothered by tourists... The bartenders are great and the food is definitely great, especially if you've been drinking. My one complaint is this: the kitchen guys do not wear gloves or hairnets. I saw one of them using a mop and then stuck his bare hand in a bag of fries, then drop them in the oil. Thank goodness I didn't eat any fries that night...
(3)Bob B.
Visited 1/5 and it's really more of a 3.5 star. After walking out on the ridiculous menu at Bombay (see that review if it's not deleted by yelp), I read the menus at Oceana and I was watching the take out orders leaving the CM. Well, this sparked my interest as I figured few people would order take out from a crappy place. Yes, it's divey, but I jumped in a got a pretty good shrimp po'boy w/ a craft beer for under $19 before tip. I would have hoped for a little more of what looked like a remoulade, but it was a little heavy w/ a horseradish sauce. Still, quite good. Definitely worth the trip for a quick/reasonable meal.
(3)mono b.
Stopped in for a late drink and snack. On first impression, it's a sort of dive bar which is just my scene. Our group of 5 was able to sit snuggled around a high top. Drinks were reasonably priced. They didn't have a waitress when we came in so we had to order at the bar, which sort of a pain but The bartender and kitchen staff were nice. I had a catfish po'boy with tater tots. Both were good. Who doesn't love tater tots! We also had the mozzarella sticks which were good. Overall I liked this place.
(3)Elizabeth J.
One word- Monkey Buns....just get it- OMG!!! Hot beignet right out the fryer, stuffed with banana and a decadent caramel sauce, covered in powdered sugar - it is pure heaven! So happy we ended up deciding to go for it. Although piping hot, we just couldn't stop eating them-yes, they're that good....just get it
(5)Jessica H.
Happened upon The Copper Monkey after long days of drinking. V was our bartender and The Whitney Special was our salvation......So that we could continue on with the drinking of course super awesome place to relax and then get back to it .
(5)Sean O.
It's true that almost any food tastes better when you're hungover. Regardless, I'd say our first visit to the Monkey was very impressive. It's a small, comfy, clean bar with a little bit of a divey feel. Decent beer selection including several Lazy Magnolias on tap. Wasn't in the mood for absinthe, but impressed with their selection of those too. Mrs. Pickles had the fried oyster poboy. Not huge, but very tasty. Mr. Pickles (who was the real hungover one) had the ribeye quesadilla. I believe the the words I used when I saw the cook on our way out rhymed with "ducking blossom, man".
(4)Louise V.
As many others I stumbled across this place. I was with a group of friends on our way back to our hotel after having had dinner. But then we heard the jukebox playing an old Backstreet Boys song, followed by an old Britney. So we thought what the heck, and went in to have a drink. One turned to a whole night of sing-along with the jukebox and relatively cheap drinks compared to Bourbon Street. It was great. Next time I'm in N.O I'll definitely try to come back, maybe eat there this time
(5)Hunter B.
After a recommendation from a friend, we tried this bar with a limited menu as a place to hit up for a late lunch. We wanted authentic New Orleans cuisine and I think that we did a pretty good job in finding it. I got the Catfish Po' Boy and my partner got the Jambalaya and everything was on POINT! Our bartender was Polish and every other bartender there seems to be of a different ethnicity. It was cool but at the same time it was a little difficult to understand the whole 'flow' of the joint. Regardless, the food was good and almost all of their beers are imported. Oh, and I forgot to add, this is one of about 6 bars in the French Quarter that serves ABSINTHE. That's right, from anywhere from $12-$24 a pop, you can get sleazy off of the legendary 'hallucinogenic' alcohol. We passed...for now, but this is a pretty cool place to check out to escape from the craziness of the Quarter! Cheers!
(4)Wes D.
Came early in the night. Super nice bartenders who took the time to talk to use thoroughly about absinthe. First try of the stuff here, real tasty Jukebox was an electronic one which we had an iPhone app for allowing us to select songs. Pretty small place but super chill in the early evening.
(5)Trini G.
This is a nice chilled place to relax and get terrific bar food. Is this the best burger I have had? No. Is this one of the best burgers in a bar, Hell yes!
(5)Dan S.
Nice place. A little rough around the edges but pretty decent. Good menu selection. The crayfish e'touffe is amazing.
(4)Brian M.
The wife and I came here on a whim. The food was incredible! The Whitney special is amazing. I had the red beans and rice and the jambalaya. I loved them both. Bartender/server was super nice. He checked on us 4 or 5 times and chatted with us. He told us they deliver locally. Give this place a try.
(5)Tami L.
The burgers are awesome, the happy hour beer prices are great for Nola, and the servers are down to earth and easy going. Great hole-in-a-wall bar.
(4)Mecca E.
The food is great and this weekend was really busy so food was about a 45 minute wait but worth it. The bartender, Vick, was great and did his best. Overall great place to eat and drink.
(5)Frank B.
The service was great. Super nice bartender. The crab cake bites where amazing!!! The quesadilla was not bad either. Grilled cheese was mediocre, but the mashed potatoes were awesome. Great place for a late night bite.
(4)Stephen D.
Came here for a late(r) night Jambalaya and cocktail This place is a little grimy, but still has some charm. They also carry about 10 different Absinthe(s). The menu is extensive and has all of the favorites of NOLA. We had eaten dinner about 2 hours before, but we were craving some Jambalaya. The Jambalaya here is rich and tasty, not too spicy just perfectly satisfying. The bartender was really friendly and helpful even though his shift was about to end. There were smokers and although the doors were opened, it can get a little smoky here. I'm sure all of the other food is good too, check it out if you are stuck for a place to eat.
(4)kayce j.
Best burger in NOLA! This is a cute swanky little bar just off Bourbon! Loved every minute we spent there!
(5)Michelle D.
We stumbled upon this bar one evening when we and friends were visiting NOLA. It is what I would consider more appealing than any of the bars on Bourbon Street, etc. and I noticed quite a few locals in the place. The food is wonderful. We had the jambalaya, shrimp and grits, scampi, crab cake appetizers and a few others. The food is clearly prepared with love and is authentic. The chef came out to check on us twice and even gave my friend a few recipes. The bar tender was attentive and friendly. Originally from Ireland, she's been a transplant for at least a decade and great to talk with. We were so thankful that we passed by all the touristy bars with the frozen pizza and daiquiris and chose the Copper Monkey!
(5)Dale S.
Always a staple stop while in Nola. Everything I have ever tried at this grill had been excellent. Great staff.. Always recommend.
(5)Davin L.
Our group had the jambalaya and it was pretty good. At the end of the meal we saw a rat running around in the kitchen....which made it taste less good. I will give them the benefit if the doubt that the rat doesn't live there full time, but hope that they do something about it. I took off the traditional two stars for allowing a rat in the kitchen.
(1)Sophia L.
I just went in to grab some food to go and ordered the ceasar wrap. It was SOOOO delicious! Being from Cali I assumed it would be a regular cold wrap, tortilla with the cold salad inside, but I pleasantly surprised when it was huge, grilled (warm) and simply yummy. There are a few other wraps to choose from and I bet they are just as good. I also ordered the crab stuffed mushrooms. I can pass on those next time. I would definitely go back, just for the wrap!
(4)Jasmine B.
I've been to copper monkey several times and it seems that's it's been going downhill the post few times. I was there last night and my bartender, Marisa, seemed more concerned with smoking than providing a good customer experience. She made my Long Island incorrectly and rolled her eyes when I asked her to correct it and told her that it does not in fact include bourbon. Our food came out wrong and when I got the bill and asked why the Long Island was $11, she said it had always been that way and other bartenders must have been giving me a break. All in all a horrible experience. I'm a bartender and I would never treat a customer that way.
(1)Jeff C.
Want to see a vegan with a taste for blood? Even look like you're about to fuck with her french fries. My Favorite Vegan was feeling a little crazy after being out in French Quarter Fest and not having enough starchy carbs throughout the day. She needed french fries. With the lines making it hard to scan food booth signs for the simple sliced potatoes we attempted to find fries at Somethin' Else cafe only to discover their fryer was broken. The line was out the door at Oceana (must have been due to all that advertising on WWL radio) we ducked into here and got lucky to snag a table because a guy got fed up waiting for a drink. And then we waited. And waited. And waited. We waited a while and started wondering if we were going to catch Jerry Embree play but finally we were able to place a quick order for a large order of fries for MFV, some fried mozzarella for me, and a couple Abita Ambers. The waitress brought out the beers quickly enough then said. "It's going to be a while." O_o O_O 10 out of 10 for honesty but minus 1 million for "a while" since it seems like a long time for fries. Fortunately, a while wasn't that long and everything came out quickly much to the satisfaction of MFV. Then it started getting weird. (Not weird by New Orleans standards especially during a festival but weird none the less.) One older guy walks out from the back, stops at out table, looks at MFV's fries and asks "Are you going to eat all of that?" My Favorite Vegan is nothing but polite and was able to confirm that she was in fact eating all of those even though she still had a rather crazed look in her eye. 5 minutes later drunk frat guy walk by the our table screaming "FRENCH FRIES!" If he took one step closer we may have had a vegan with a taste for blood on our hands. In the end, the only red in her basket was ketchup and we made it in time to see Jerry. The lesson learned, never mess with my favorite vegan and her fries.
(3)Chester R.
hung here for a couple nights watching the sports game while I was in town.....great location for people watching....solid drinks...affordable.....and fantastic bar food.....the whitney special is insane...and the monkey buns are food crack.
(4)Laura K.
Our first stop while in New Orleans. It was late Thursday night/early Friday morning. Drinks were great, food was unexpectedly fabulous. The bartender was entertaining and friendly. Definitely not touristy. Loved it!
(4)Michelle C.
I had a Chicken Ceaser wrap with sweet potato fries-very good! Took long for our Spinach Artichoke dip to come out, but not too bad. The bartender was nice, very welcoming. My boyfriend had a seafood gumbo which he liked a lot! We also had the MONKEY BUNS!! TOOOO Good...this was our first time trying the Beignettes, so we had nothing to compare them to, but they were AMAZING. We also got Beignettes at Cafe Du Monte a couple days later and they were a lot more dense than the ones at Copper Monkey. I dont know which one was more "authentic" I really don't see how you could really mess them up....I definately prefer the ones here because they are light and fluffy. WAYYYYYY too much powdered sugar, but i am pretty sure thats how they are supposed to be....I dusted it off, and it was even better! yum yum!
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