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Monkey Cocktail Bar
★ 4.0(1 review)Café
cozylocal-crowdunpretentious
About the Vibe
Tucked away near Milano Centrale, Monkey Cocktail Bar is a no-frills spot where the drinks take center stage. Don't let the unassuming exterior fool you—step inside for surprisingly sophisticated cocktails made with care, served in a quirky, tropical-tinged space that feels like a secret hideout. It's the kind of place where you come for the drinks and end up staying for the vibe.
Known For
- •made-to-order cocktails
- •tropical-inspired drinks
- •relaxed atmosphere
- •near Milano Centrale
Best For
after-work drinkscasual date nightsolo cocktail
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 2, 2026
Honest Cocktails Near Centrale
Monkey Cocktail Bar is a hidden gem near Milano Centrale that doesn't try too hard to impress—instead, it lets its cocktails do the talking. The space is compact and decorated with an eclectic mix of tropical touches and quirky details that give it a laid-back, almost secret-society feel. The bartenders know their stuff and are happy to craft something special whether you're in the mood for a classic or something more adventurous.
What I love about Monkey is that it feels genuinely local. There's no pretense, no long lines of tourists, just a solid crowd coming for quality drinks without the markup you'd find in more touristy areas. The tropical-leaning cocktail menu offers some creative twists, and the prices are refreshingly reasonable for Milan. It's not the fanciest spot in the city, but it's one of the most honest—and that's worth something.