The Monk's Cellar
Downtown, Roseville
Bar in Roseville, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
The Monk's Cellar is a practical Roseville pick for an easy two-person night when flexibility matters more than ceremony. Book it for a casual bar-led date or weeknight meet-up; choose The Place, Old Town Pizza, Carmelita's Méxican Restaurant, or El Azteca Taqueria when the meal itself needs to carry the evening.
About The Monk's Cellar
The Monk's Cellar is a casual venue in Roseville with hours from Tuesday through Sunday and a Monday closure. With only limited details available, the safest way to evaluate it is by schedule and occasion fit rather than by claims about menu, service style, price, seating, or crowd.
A practical fit when the hours and casual dress code work
The clearest signal is that the dress code is casual. That makes The Monk's Cellar reasonable to consider for a low-pressure Roseville plan when you want something direct rather than formal. The schedule is Tue-Thu 11:30 AM-9 PM, Fri-Sat 11:30 AM-10 PM, Sun 11 AM-5 PM; it is closed Monday.
For planning, use the hours as the main guide. Tuesday through Thursday offer the same 11:30 AM opening and 9 PM close, while Friday and Saturday extend to 10 PM. Sunday is shorter, running 11 AM-5 PM, so it is better suited to an earlier outing than a late evening plan.
Where it sits in the Roseville rotation
If you are comparing options in Roseville, The Place and Old Town Pizza are natural names to consider for a different kind of casual plan. Carmelita's Méxican Restaurant and El Azteca Taqueria are also useful comparisons when you want another Roseville dining option with a different focus.
The recommendation is intentionally narrow: choose The Monk's Cellar when a casual Roseville setting and its posted hours fit the plan. Skip making assumptions about cuisine, price, reservations, seating, happy hour, or special-occasion format unless you confirm those details directly before going. For a wider scan of options, use our full Roseville restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 240 Vernon St, Roseville, CA 95678
- Website
- monkscellar.com
- Phone
- +1 916 786 6665
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Monk's Cellar trades on its name with a deliberate, contemplative interior that feels removed from the louder taproom-and-pizza stretch nearby. The copy leans into candlelight, dark wood, and a monastic sensibility, signaling a space built for quieter encounters and slow drinking. It emphasizes depth and patience rather than high-decibel energy: a room that’s considered, conversation-friendly, and inward-facing. That combination gives the bar an intimate, warm character — less a neighborhood rowdy spot and more a steady, reflective place to linger with a glass and good company.
Best For
This is a bar that suits evenings when conversation matters. With an atmosphere described as quieter and deliberately paced and a sound level that permits talking, it fits low-key date nights and late-night neighborhood outings. The staff posture — professional yet approachable — suggests a place for after-work unwinding that doesn’t sacrifice polish. Because the Monk’s Cellar positions itself against the boisterous taproom corridor, it’s best for anyone seeking a calmer, more composed night out rather than a high-energy bar crawl.
Ordering Tips
The profile of the venue signals a focus on thoughtful fermentation and craft. The write-up explicitly links the name to Belgian abbey-ale traditions and a serious relationship with brewing, so ask the bar team about fermentation-forward pours and any Belgian-style offerings on the menu. Given the paced, contemplative vibe, take time with a few well-chosen glasses rather than bouncing through flights; consult staff — who are described as professional and approachable — for recommendations that match the room’s quieter mood.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual and safe community hub with a nod to Belgian brewing traditions, featuring good food and great beer in a welcoming everyday atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Beer Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
Signature Pours
Old Fashioned
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
Choose The Place when the night needs a fuller dinner feel and a stronger occasion signal. Choose Old Town Pizza when the group wants something casual, familiar, easier for mixed preferences.
For a food-led alternative, Carmelita's Méxican Restaurant and El Azteca Taqueria make more sense than a bar-first plan.
Bar context
How it compares in Roseville
The Monk's Cellar is the easiest recommendation when the night needs low friction: a casual bar stop, simple date, or same-week plan. The Place is the better choice when the evening should feel more like a full dinner, while Old Town Pizza is stronger for groups that want familiar food and minimal planning.
For food-first value, Carmelita's Méxican Restaurant and El Azteca Taqueria are more direct alternatives. Pick those when cuisine is the point of the night. Pick The Monk's Cellar when the decision is about convenience, bar atmosphere, keeping the plan loose.
Goose Port American Restaurant • Portuguese Roots is the more distinctive cross-shop if the group wants a restaurant identity rather than a general bar plan. For a two-person evening, The Monk's Cellar is easier; for a meal with clearer direction, Goose Port is the better comparison to check first.
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Compare The Monk's Cellar
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The Monk's Cellar | Roseville | No published awards |
| The Place | Roseville | No published awards |
| Goose Port American Restaurant • Portuguese Roots | Roseville | No published awards |
| Old Town Pizza | Roseville | No published awards |
| Carmelita's Méxican Restaurant | Roseville | No published awards |
| El Azteca Taqueria | Roseville | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation at The Monk's Cellar?
Reservation details are not here, so confirm directly with The Monk's Cellar before you go. The hours are Tue-Thu 11:30 AM-9 PM, Fri-Sat 11:30 AM-10 PM, Sun 11 AM-5 PM, closed Monday. For another casual Roseville option to compare, Old Town Pizza may also be worth checking.
What's the best time to go to The Monk's Cellar?
The best time depends on the kind of outing you want. The schedule is Tue-Thu 11:30 AM-9 PM, Fri-Sat 11:30 AM-10 PM, Sun 11 AM-5 PM, with Monday closed. Sunday is the shortest day, while Friday and Saturday have the latest closing time. For another casual Roseville option, El Azteca Taqueria is a separate place to consider.
Is the food good at The Monk's Cellar?
Specific food, cuisine, menu details are not here, so this guide does not make a quality claim about the menu. What is is that The Monk's Cellar is in Roseville, has a casual dress code, keeps the posted weekly hours listed above. If you are deciding between nearby spots, The Place is another Roseville option to compare.
Is The Monk's Cellar good for a date?
It may fit if a casual Roseville setting and the posted hours match what you want. The hours include Sunday 11 AM-5 PM, Tuesday through Thursday 11:30 AM-9 PM, Friday through Saturday 11:30 AM-10 PM. If you want another casual comparison, Old Town Pizza is one option; The Place is another Roseville venue to check.
What's the crowd like at The Monk's Cellar?
Crowd details are not here. The confirmed dress code is casual, the confirmed hours are Tue-Thu 11:30 AM-9 PM, Fri-Sat 11:30 AM-10 PM, Sun 11 AM-5 PM, closed Monday. For another Roseville option to compare, Goose Port American Restaurant • Portuguese Roots may be worth checking.
Does The Monk's Cellar have outdoor seating?
Outdoor seating is not here, so confirm directly with The Monk's Cellar before making it part of the plan. The details are the Roseville location, casual dress code, posted hours. If outdoor seating is important, check official channels for The Monk's Cellar and compare other Roseville venues such as Carmelita's Méxican Restaurant.
