Monkey in The City

Terri S. • 2 reviews

March 16, 2024

10/10

*****We adored this restaurant. Everything was absolutely top rate; from the cocktails to the food to the service to the ambience. Food was to die for; best grilled octopus and I’ve had it by the ocean side on several continents. Beef in the stew (owner’s recommendation) fell off the bone, sauces were divine; prawns were succulent and I have never had yucca like this ever. Fried perfectly but melted in your mouth! Chocolate flan.. wowza. We already thought we loved Cuban food, but this was truly extraordinary. Underrated at a 9.4. Reserve in the upstairs main dining room and don’t worry about the coupon. There is seating downstairs if you want to use the Fork Festival discount, but it’s totally worth extra to book the street level floor main dining room ahead of time. I’m sure the food will be just as good downstairs, but we enjoyed the more romantic ambience upstairs. It was Cuban decor, authentic feeling, I’ve not been to Cuba though I surely hope to go someday. Owner and chef is a fine artist as well; multi-talented like so many Cubans and his art is hanging on the wall.. His wife keeps things rolling at an extremely high level and the staff were fully attentive. We were celebrating a major wedding anniversary, and I could not have asked for a more special meal and setting. I’ve been to several Michelin star restaurants, and while this restaurant didn’t have the tiny little “fancy”, the food was so perfect I would choose this over those experiences. Just go, you will not regret.

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Maria Letizia B. • 4 reviews

November 8, 2023

10/10

Such a cozy place to spend a romantic evening. I particularly appreciate the amazing forniture and paintings, the tasty food and the welcoming staff. Absolutely worth it!

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Silvia Z. • 28 reviews

October 9, 2023

10/10

Excellent food and service, attention to details. The restaurant itself is arranged in a lovely Cuban style and cocktails are great! Highly recommended

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Annie B. • 4 reviews

August 25, 2023

10/10

Beautiful place, lovely atmosphere, excellent services and even better foods. Highly recommend it.

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Sogand N. • 12 reviews

October 24, 2022

10/10

Amazing experience in really beautifully decorated place.

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Nancy B. • 1 review

October 21, 2022

10/10

Beyond our expectations! The restaurant is lovely, quaint, and comfortable decorated. Our welcome from staff was warm and excellent service was delivered all evening. The Food was superb! Wine choices delicious.

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Kim M. • 2 reviews

April 12, 2022

9/10

This is an adorable place! The staff is very professional and pay attention to detail. The food is top quality and therefore delicious. Great presentation as well. The only reservation I had was one of the desserts ( a cucchiaio- a spoon) It’s really a small amount on a spoon. To be honest I didn’t taste it so it might be just out of this world yummy! But I changed my dessert order when I saw the spoon -Sorry! Otherwise everything was perfect! Great atmosphere, great staff and awesome dishes!

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Constanze B. • 1 review

February 19, 2022

9/10

Cocktails were excellent! Food was good! Service very nice! All In All a great experience.

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Nicoletta Q. • 4 reviews

February 4, 2022

10/10

Everything is perfect: food, atmosphere, service, drink. It is our favorite place in Milan for meat, cocktails and attention to the client details

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Filippo T. • 9 reviews

May 23, 2018

9/10

A perfect spot close to our home. Everything was exceptional. Delicious Crema di Ceci and Burrata. Perfect old fashion. My husband enjoyed the vitello with mashed potatoes. Presentation and atmosphere was very nice. Service was friendly and prompt. Planning to be a regular here.

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