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Monkey Bar
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American·Midtown, New York·$$$·★ 4.5 Google

Monkey Bar

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Clear gluten-free labeling and many menu items can be made gluten-free, with knowledgeable staff and strong recent celiac-safe reviews. Dedicated fryer and careful handling are noted, but no gluten-free buns for burgers.

Gluten-Free Offerings

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Cross-Contamination
Low

Low risk of cross-contamination reported.

Staff Knowledge
High

Staff are knowledgeable and can guide GF diners confidently.

Illness Reports
None

No GF-related illness reports found in recent data.

GF Labeling
Clearly labeled
GF Options
33 items identified
GF Sentiment
Mostly positive

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About

Monkey Bar, located in Midtown Manhattan, is known for its Lobster Bisque, Saffron Risotto, and Rohan Duck. It's a classic spot for a date night splurge, with a 20-page wine list and renowned cocktails. Established in 1936, it has a retro vibe with swanky furnishings, attracting a powerful clientele.

GF Menu
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33 items
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CRUDO
Royale cut smoked salmon
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Salmon crudo
yuzu ponzu, perigord truffles
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Akami tartare
lean tuna belly, calabrian chili, caperberry and orange supremes
GF
Chu toro crudo
thin delicate slices, white ponzu, shallot
GF
CHILLED SHELLFISH
Fresh east coast oysters
GF
Alaskan king crab
served by weight
GF
Shrimp cocktail
blue prawns, lemon, cocktail sauce, dijonnaise
GF
SALADS
Wedge salad
egg, bacon, gorgonzola, red onion, ranch dressing
GF
Tuna & avocado niçoise salad
spanish tuna, avocado, green beans, tomato, hard boiled egg, sherry vinaigrette
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Butter lettuce salad
lightly dressed with avocado & fines herbes
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USDA PRIME STEAKS
10 oz filet mignon - duchess cut
roasted tomato, béarnaise, watercress, steak salt
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16oz dry-aged new york strip steak
42 day dry-aged, béarnaise
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22 oz dry-aged bone-in ribeye
42 day dry-aged, béarnaise
GF
SNAKE RIVER WAGYU
16oz dry-aged new york strip steak
42 day dry-aged, béarnaise
GF
32oz dry-aged porterhouse
42 day dry-aged, béarnaise
GF
PRIME RIB
Prime rib
gorgonzola aged, served with horseradish cream and natural beef jus, limited availability
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CHOPS
Double cut berkshire pork chop
cognac, sweet prunes, bacon, rosemary
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Lamb chops
roasted garlic, olives, herbs
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SEAFOOD & SHELLFISH
Giant prawn scampi
tiger prawns, calabrian chile, fennel pollen
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Honey peppered ora king salmon
aromatic brown butter, lemon
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ENTRÉES
Roasted chicken
buttery mashed potatoes, garlic confit, chicken jus
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SIDES
Buttery mashed potatoes
garlic confit, chicken jus
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Creamed spinach
blue cheese, caramelized onions
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Steamed broccoli
butter, lemon
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Thick cut maple bacon
toasted black pepper
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Broiled asparagus
lemon, parmesan, chives
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Button mushrooms
garlic, thyme, cream sherry
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DESSERT
Strawberry vacherin
strawberry ice cream, meringue, vanilla whipped cream
GF
Gelato & sorbet
vanilla, chocolate, strawberry; raspberry sorbet
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AFTERNOON SNACKS
Fresh east coast oysters
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Shrimp cocktail
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Hokkaido king crab
served by weight
GF
Akami tartare
lean tuna belly, calabrian chili, caperberry and orange supremes
GF
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Logistics
Address
60 E 54th St, New York, NY 10022, USA
Hours
Monday11:45 AM – 10:30 PM
Tuesday11:45 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday11:45 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday11:45 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday11:45 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday11:45 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday11:45 AM – 10:30 PM
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