Restaurant in Truckee, United States
Drunken Monkey
100Pearl PointsSierra Casual Format
About Drunken Monkey
Drunken Monkey is a walk-in-friendly Truckee spot with a seasonally rotating menu of burgers, tacos, Thai-leaning plates. It's a practical choice when you want a quick, casual meal without a reservation, though it doesn't compete with the town's stronger dining options like Pianeta or Trokay. Best for lunch or early dinner between more ambitious meals.
Drunken Monkey is a casual venue in Truckee with verified daily hours from 12 to 9 PM. Beyond that core information, the publicly verified details here are limited, so it is best treated as a straightforward Truckee option rather than a place to evaluate by unverified menu claims, service formats, or seasonal specialties. If you are comparing casual stops, Burger Me is another nearby option; other venues to compare include Manzanita, Pianeta, Trokay, Truckee Tavern & Grill.
The Menu and What to Expect
Specific dishes, cuisine style, pricing, portion size, menu format are not verified here. The grounded facts are simpler: Drunken Monkey is in Truckee, keeps casual dress, is listed as open daily from 12 to 9 PM. If the exact menu, seating setup, or service style matters for your visit, confirm those details directly before going.
Because no verified price range or dining format is available, avoid assuming whether Drunken Monkey is a quick bite, a full-service dinner, or a specialty-menu destination based on name alone. Use it as a Truckee listing with confirmed hours and casual dress, then compare it with other local dining depending on what kind of meal you want. Check our full Truckee restaurants guide for more options nearby.
When to Visit
Drunken Monkey is verified as open Monday through Sunday from 12 to 9 PM. Those hours make it possible to plan a visit during the afternoon or evening, but this guide does not verify whether the venue offers a distinct lunch service, dinner service, reservations, patio seating, bar seating, or seasonal programming.
For planning, the safest approach is to use the confirmed daily 12 to 9 PM schedule and casual dress code, then contact the venue directly for current menu, seating, wait-time, or group details. If you are building a broader Truckee dining plan, you can compare Drunken Monkey with Pianeta, Trokay, Manzanita, Truckee Tavern & Grill, or other Truckee dining rooms based on the experience you want.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Drunken Monkey?
Reservation requirements are not verified here. Drunken Monkey is in Truckee and is verified as open daily from 12 to 9 PM, but booking policy, wait times, walk-in details should be confirmed directly with the venue.
Does Drunken Monkey handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary and allergy accommodations are not verified here. If you have strict allergies or dietary restrictions, contact Drunken Monkey directly before visiting.
Can I eat at the bar at Drunken Monkey?
Bar seating is not verified here. The confirmed details are that Drunken Monkey is in Truckee, has a casual dress code, is open daily from 12 to 9 PM.
Is Drunken Monkey good for solo dining?
Solo-dining suitability is not verified here. The venue is casual and located in Truckee, but seating layout, service style, typical wait times should be confirmed directly if those details matter.
What should a first-timer know about Drunken Monkey?
First-timers should know the verified basics: Drunken Monkey is in Truckee, dress is casual, hours are daily from 12 to 9 PM. Specific menu items, cuisine style, pricing, reservations, seating details are not verified in this guide.
Location
11253 Brockway Rd Suite #105, Truckee, CA 96161
Truckee, United States
Compare Drunken Monkey
| Venue | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|
| Drunken Monkey | Easy |
| Trokay | Unknown |
| Pianeta | Unknown |
| Truckee Tavern & Grill | Unknown |
| Burger Me | Unknown |
| Manzanita | Unknown |
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Also Consider
- Trokay, Notable alternative
- Pianeta, Notable alternative
- Truckee Tavern & Grill, Notable alternative
- Burger Me, Notable alternative
- Manzanita, Notable alternative
Drunken Monkey sits in the middle of Truckee's casual dining tier, easier to book than Pianeta (which often fills up weeks ahead) and more varied than Burger Me, which sticks to burgers and fries. If you want a guaranteed table without advance planning, this is your spot. Trokay delivers a tighter, more focused menu with better ingredient sourcing, but you'll wait longer and pay more. Manzanita offers a more refined room and stronger wine list, making it the better pick for a special occasion.
For groups or families who need flexibility, Drunken Monkey's daily noon-to-9-PM schedule and walk-in policy make it the most forgiving option in this. Truckee Tavern & Grill covers similar ground with a slightly more polished bar program, but the food quality is comparable. If you're chasing the best meal in town, skip this and head to Pianeta; if you need a reliable, low-stress option that won't require advance logistics, Drunken Monkey fits the bill.
In terms of value, you'll spend less here than at Manzanita but more than at Burger Me. The seasonal rotation adds variety, though it also means you can't count on specific dishes being available. For visitors spending several days in Truckee, use this as a fallback or a quick refuel between ski runs rather than the centerpiece of your dining plan. Check our full Truckee restaurants guide for the complete picture of where to eat in town.
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