Jaded Monkey

Jaded Monkey is a small, dark room near Sendlinger Tor where the focus is entirely on the drink in your hand. The bar is the work of Bill Fehn, a professional from New York who opened the place in the spring of 2014 with a clear goal: to serve exceptionally well-crafted drinks in a relaxed, stripped-back setting. This translates to an interior that is intentionally spare, almost undecorated, with dim, moody lighting that keeps the atmosphere intimate and centered on conversation. With its calm, slow pace, the bar is a natural spot for a date, though the cozy layout means it can get loud when it fills up. The team behind the bar is highly ambitious, and their craft is a key part of the experience. You’ll find them working with a wide selection of premium spirits to build an extensive and creative cocktail menu. The list is full of complex, well-balanced drinks, from the Milchgeklärter Rum Punsch to the Patpong Sling, and small complimentary snacks are often served alongside. This isn’t a place for elaborate decoration; it’s a place for people who appreciate the art of a good cocktail. The professionalism shows up in the small details, like the pre-frozen cocktail glasses – a simple but telling sign of a bar that takes its craft seriously.