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Cowboy Monkey

About Cowboy Monkey

Cowboy Monkey is a stylish nightlife destination and Tex-Mex restaurant in Champaign, IL, located at 6 Taylor St, Champaign, IL 61820. Known for its polished wood-and-leather atmosphere, Cowboy Monkey combines vibrant bar dining with live music, live performances, karaoke, quiz night, sports, and a lively dance-friendly setting.

Guests enjoy fast service, great beer selection, signature cocktails, happy-hour drinks, alcohol, wine, spirits, and food at the bar, along with indoor seating, table service, outdoor seating, dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and on-site service options. This casual yet trendy Champaign nightlife spot is also ideal for solo dining and group gatherings.

Accessibility features include wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and restroom, plus free Wi-Fi, restroom facilities, and convenient payment options including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.

For a top-rated bar and Tex-Mex restaurant in Champaign, IL with live music and a energetic social atmosphere, call +1 217-398-2688 to learn more about Cowboy Monkey in Champaign, IL.

★★★★☆ 4.20 rating (342 reviews)
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Live Music

Top DJs and live acts

Craft Cocktails

Premium drink menu

VIP Service

Exclusive experiences

Events

Themed nights weekly

Your Night Awaits

Premium Bar

Craft cocktails, top-shelf spirits, and an extensive wine list crafted by expert mixologists.

Dance Floor

State-of-the-art sound system and lighting that transforms every night into magic.

VIP Lounge

Exclusive bottle service and private areas for those seeking a more intimate experience.

Cowboy Monkey

Where Nights Come Alive

Whether it's a night out with friends, a celebration, or simply letting loose, we're here to make it unforgettable.

World-Class DJs
Premium Sound
Signature Cocktails
VIP Experience

What People Say

Reviews from our guests

Courtney Rodgers

Courtney Rodgers

5 years ago

Amazing food and amazing service! The pulled chicken nachos and pork tacos are the best! Highly recommend!

James Blankenship

James Blankenship

4 years ago

A gem in downtown Champaign. They have great specials, friendly staff, and amazing food. I recommend the brunch on weekends.

Andy Hart

Andy Hart

5 years ago

Great place to grab a bite and drinks with friends! Beautiful remodel inside.

Frank Penrose

Frank Penrose

year ago

I really think the vibe of this place depends on the band playing. The night I went the Tom Grassman Band was playing and they were electric!

Larhonda Chinn

Larhonda Chinn

9 months ago

Bar crawl was amazing, but additional charges was put on my debit card. Probably additional fees for using debit card. Would have liked to know. But the experenice was amazing . Old school rap and r&b . Meet at the trap ( young joc). Meet me at the Cowboy monkey

Berkay Kaplan

Berkay Kaplan

4 years ago

The food was truly amazing. One of the truly delicious restaurants in Champaign. Also, they seem to follow the same business model as Hooters :D

Jacquelyn Campbell

Jacquelyn Campbell

3 years ago

We got the cowboy burrito and it was absolutely delicious!!! The brunch bucket came with 4 awesome beers. Will definitely come back.

Oscar Ojeda

Oscar Ojeda

4 years ago

The best burrito I've had in a very long time, service is amazing, and the place is very well located. I recommend to sit outside if the weather is nice. The menu has a lot of variety and it includes vegetarian options. Food is in general spicy, so you may want to ask the waiter about that. Great experience overall. Amazing Mexican food. Big portions and wonderful quality.

Derrick Philips

Derrick Philips

year ago

Enjoyed a great pop-up rock show here last night. It's a great local venue for live music, and I look forward to seeing bands here more often. Nestled in the heart of downtown Champaign, there are great food options all around making it a great place to end up to see some great live music after dining out.

Kendall Koe

Kendall Koe

3 years ago

Coffee shop by day, restaurant/bar by night. Gotta come check this place out, especially on Taco Tuesday (1/2 price). The steak tacos were juicy and the pork tacos had a nice heat to it. The jalapeño queso is a comforting appetizer too. Bathrooms are clean and you can park at the bank nearby or on the street in the evenings. Overall, if you need food downtown, come check it out!

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Common questions about Cowboy Monkey

Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Karaoke
  • Live music
  • Live performances
  • Quiz night
  • Sport

Popular for

  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Dancing
  • Food at bar
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Spirits
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safe space

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Find Us

Ready to experience the best night out? We're waiting for you.

Location

6 Taylor St, Champaign, IL 61820, United States

Hours

Closed · Wednesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 6 PM-12 AM
Friday 6 PM-12 AM
Saturday 6 PM-12 AM
Sunday Closed
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
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