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The Flying Monkey Grill and Bar, Newington, CT

The Flying Monkey Grill and Bar

4.6
4.6
61 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 17 times today
  • Lively
  • Great for live music
  • Good for groups
The Flying Monkey- a local business offering authentic fusion cuisine, in an inviting atmosphere

Featuring acclaimed Jazz and Blues artists to enhance your dining experience

Let Your Monkey Fly!

Established 2016.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Fusion / Eclectic, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue, Wed 11:30 am–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:15 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (860) 436-5144
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Zachary Hooker
  • Neighbourhood
    Newington
  • Cross Street
    Next To Callahan's Bowl-O-Rama
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Offers

  • 3-Course Lunch $23.95 Tuesday-Friday 11:30am-3pm

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Wed - 11:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.,Thu - Sat - 11:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    Indulge in our 3-Course Lunch $23.95 Tuesday-Friday 11:30am-3pm. Visit our website for more details www.theflyingmonkeygrillbar.com

    3-Course Lunch $23.95 Tuesday-Friday 11:30am-3pm photo
  • Monkey Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Wed - 11:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.,Thu - Sat - 11:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    Stop in for our "Monkey Hour" with Discounted Drinks & Food 3:00-5:30pm Tuesday-Friday

    Monkey Hour photo

What 61 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Connecticut

    Hot spot

  • Hartford

    Great for brunch

  • Hartford

    Child-friendly

  • Hartford

    Hot spot

  • Hartford

    Lively

  • Hartford

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Flying Monkey Grill and Bar is a lively spot praised for its "excellent food and service." Diners rave about the "amazing" drinks like the Rosey Monkey and diverse menu with highlights like Wellas Wings and Blue NY Strip. Despite occasional slow service, the "fun atmosphere" and live entertainment make it a must-visit.

61 Reviews
  1. Tracy

    Connecticut

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and drinks are always amazing here! The Rosey Monkey drink special was fantastic. The Asian Pear Martini was also a hit! The Wellas Wings were so crispy and the chicken inside so tender, the flavor was that of something your Abuela would make, Sasson and Adobo delicious. The Blue NY Strip was so juicy and flavorful nice compliment to the steak was the thick cut bacon and blue cheese crumbles. Steaks were cooked to perfection, the side of roasted potatoes were crispy on the outside soft on the inside. Desserts you must try are the carrot cake or the Woodford Apple Crumble. Pure comfort on a cold night. The place is always packed on the weekends so be sure to book a reservation.

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  2. Mark

    Connecticut

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was excellent. We sat in where the entertainment was and it was very loud. But we enjoyed the atmosphere. Would highly recommend

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  3. Ashley

    Charleston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    It was incredibly busy. We had a reservation at 515. Sat promptly. Took 15 min for waitress to come over, ordered everything at 534 -food and drinks. Got apps at 550, still no drinks. Got drinks at 620. Still missing 1 beverage. Got it at 635. Asked manager where our food was as we ordered over an hour ago. He came over with a receipt of some sort and basically accused me of lying and said we placed dinner order at 615. We did not. He then disappeared to check on our food. Never came back. Got another manager as we had to leave by 7 for another reservation and paid for drinks and apps and left. I will never go back after the service and the way I was treated as if I was lying because the waitress never put our dinner order in until 615.

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  4. John

    VIP

    New York City

    39 reviews

    3.0

    39 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Had salad and a burger both where good Service was ok

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  5. Jay

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service, the server and the food were excellent. The manager asked how everything was we commented how the Bourbon fig Foxtrot was amazing. We liked the chocolate fig inside. The manager brought us a few more. Great evening. Definitely will go back.

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  6. Anne

    Jacksonville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Flying Monkey is a great place and fun! Food is delicious, a very cozy ambiance—one side of the restaurant host great bands and musicians on certain days and the staff’s very attentive! This is a must visit for any food lover!

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  7. Sharon

    VIP

    Connecticut

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I had salmon, Brussel sprouts and grits. Spouse had strip steak. Both were excellent. We had a very nice server. Drinks from the bar were slow to arrive but it was a busy night. Very good!

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  8. Alma

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great and food is always excellent! Great place to meet up with friends. Their menu has something for everyone.

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  9. Rebecca

    VIP

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The Monkey is a favorite of ours. Food is always on point and delicious. We visited on Saturday night and it was not overly busy, but the service was crazy slow. The tables around us turned 2x by the time we finished. Even with that said.... Go to the Flying Monkey- Great food, The manager is always there, so hard working, and fun atmosphere.

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  10. Arthur

    VIP

    New York City

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome service from start to finish. Should have bar specials available to seated customers as there was no room at the bar to sit even if we wanted to.

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FAQs

The Flying Monkey Grill and Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 436-5144.

The Flying Monkey Grill and Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 61 OpenTable diners.

The Flying Monkey Grill and Bar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 17 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Flying Monkey Grill and Bar

2095 Berlin Turnpike, Newington, CT 06111

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Next To Callahan's Bowl-O-Rama
  • Neighbourhood
    Newington
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue, Wed 11:30 am–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:15 am–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Fusion / Eclectic, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Executive Chef
    Zachary Hooker
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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