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The Monster

(131 Ratings)
A West Village institution

Walk in at street level to the piano bar/lounge which retains its historic charm. Don't let the vintage decor discourage you, pull up a stool and the friendly crowd and fun singers will have you hooked. For a change of pace, work your way downstairs to find drag shows and a dance floor.



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Reviews

JackNNJ
JackNNJ
Over a year ago

Cute place

Show tunes on the piano upstairs - legendary. Dance lounge intimate.


Jipsta
Jipsta
Over a year ago

This place has become a super fun hangout again! Downstairs club is *alive* on Saturday nights!


GlenT
GlenT
Over a year ago

NASTY RUDE BAR STAFF!!

I have never been to a bar anywhere in the world (including the UK, Australia, Asia, America) where the bar staff have been so rude, vile and unwelcoming - avoid like the plague!! I will never go back. If I want to be treated like a piece of shit on a shoe I'll visit the Westborough Baptist Church)! Fuming and disgusted with this excuse for a gay bar! Yeauch!!


BrentW
BrentW
Over a year ago

Great Happy Hour!

The Monster is a great place to spend happy hour. 2for1 drink specials, friendly hunky bartenders and a lively piano bar area.


rick.flynn
rick.flynn
Over a year ago

Great Evening

I know this is going to age me, but I loved walking into a bar and recognizing all the music that was being played. It was a fun night.


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