
Monkey Bar
Bray
Bar in Bray, United Kingdom
Why go
Book Monkey Bar when the group wants a polished Thames-side estate setting more than a high-energy cocktail crawl. It suits four-person catch-ups, terrace drinks, Champagne, cellar wine, light bites in a smart casual room; the value is strongest when paired with the wider Monkey Island Estate experience.
About Monkey Bar
Monkey Bar is a Bray venue with a verified $$$$ price tier and a smart casual dress code.
The practical takeaway is simple: if the visit matters, check the venue’s official channels for the latest availability, opening times, offering. Smart casual is the dress-code lane, so guests should aim for a put-together look rather than assuming a very casual stop.
A premium Bray venue with limited detail
Monkey Bar’s confirmed profile is intentionally narrow: it is in Bray, carries a $$$$ price level, has a smart casual dress code.
That means the safest way to approach Monkey Bar is as a higher-priced Bray option where the occasion, dress code, current availability should be checked before you go. If particular food, drinks, dietary accommodations, or group arrangements matter, verify them with the venue directly.
For a repeat visit, avoid assuming that past details still apply unless the venue has confirmed them. Use the information as the baseline: Bray location, $$$$ pricing, smart casual dress.
Best for guests who are comfortable confirming details first
Monkey Bar is easiest to recommend to guests who are comfortable with a premium price tier and a smart casual standard. It may suit an occasion where the group wants a Bray venue that feels more considered than an unplanned casual stop, but the specifics should be confirmed before booking or arriving.
The main tradeoff is the limited detail. There is no confirmed information here about cuisine, drinks program, awards, seat count, opening hours, booking difficulty, take-out or delivery, allergy policies, or signature items. That does not rule the venue out; it simply means planning should be based on direct confirmation rather than assumptions.
For broader planning, compare Monkey Bar with other options in Bray based on the details that matter for your visit.
Planning details
- Location
- Monkey Island Ln, Bray, Maidenhead SL6 2EE, United Kingdom
- Website
- monkeyislandestate.co.uk/pages/dining.html
- Phone
- +44 1628 623400
Venue details
Ambiance
Elegant, contemporary, and relaxed, with a refined yet intimate feel, garden terrace seating, and a stylish bar atmosphere set within a historic estate.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
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At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Hotel Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by 10pm
- Music
- Background
Signature Pours
Monkey Cocktail
Planning details
Location
Monkey Island Ln, Bray, Maidenhead SL6 2EE, United Kingdom · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- The Crown at Bray, Notable alternative
- Verdure Lounge Bar, Notable alternative
- Library Bar, Notable alternative
- The Crown, Notable alternative
- The Loch & the Tyne, Notable alternative
Bar context
How Monkey Bar compares in Bray
Monkey Bar is the practical pick for an easy drinks-first plan in Bray, especially when four or more people need a comfortable room without turning the evening into a full restaurant booking. The Crown at Bray is the stronger alternative when the group wants a clearer pub-and-food setup rather than a fireplace bar.
Verdure Lounge Bar and Library Bar read as better cross-shops for a lounge-style or hotel-bar mood, while Monkey Bar is more useful when the priority is a simple Bray stop. The Crown and The Loch & the Tyne are better fits if the plan needs a more destination-led meal.
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Compare Monkey Bar
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Monkey Bar | Bray | No published awards |
| The Crown at Bray | Bray | No published awards |
| Verdure Lounge Bar | Burnham | No published awards |
| Library Bar | Taplow | 2026 Canada's 50 Best Bars · #52026 North America's 50 Best Bars · #19Top 500 Bars 2026 · #4862026 Pinnacle GuideTales Spirited Awards 2026 - Best International Bar Team – Canada * - Best International Bar Team – Canada * (Regional Top 10 Honoree)Tales Spirited Awards 2026 - Best International Hotel Bar - Best International Hotel Bar (Top 10 Nominee)Tales Spirited Awards 2026 - Best International Hotel Bar - Best International Hotel Bar (Top Four Finalist)2025 Canada's 50 Best Bars · #62025 North America's 50 Best Bars · #51 |
| The Crown | Burchett's Green | No published awards |
| The Loch & the Tyne | Old Windsor | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the crowd like at Monkey Bar?
What is confirmed is that Monkey Bar is in Bray, has a $$$$ price tier, uses a smart casual dress code, so guests should plan around those details and confirm current information with the venue.
Do I need a reservation at Monkey Bar?
Is Monkey Bar good for a date?
It works for a date if a $$$$ Bray venue with a smart casual dress code fits the occasion.
Is Monkey Bar worth the prices?
That depends on whether a $$$$ Bray venue with a smart casual dress code matches what you want.











