Happy Hour at The Brass Monkey
The Brass Monkey is a rare survivor in the Meatpacking District: a casual, three-floor pub with a rooftop and exposed-brick, beam-and-brass bones, holding its ground amid the bottle-service crowd. Where the neighbors chase exclusivity, this women-owned bar leans welcoming and loud, with a deep beer program and a Hudson-facing roof. Downstairs is a proper pub; up top it turns into a party after dark.
The draw is the mix: a serious lineup of drafts and bottles, a classic American menu heavy on seafood, and a crowd that runs from after-work locals to weekend revelers. Service is fast, the music leans crowd-pleasing, and the three floors give you room to pick your energy. It is the unfussy option on a street that mostly is not.
The Happy Hour
The seafood deals are the reason to time your visit: half-price oysters run Monday through Friday, 4 to 8pm, and from 6pm to close on weekdays the kitchen adds $20 lobster rolls and $25 steamed lobsters. That is a lot of value in a district where a plain cocktail can run you a fortune. Grab a spot at the downstairs bar before the after-work rush, or head up top when the weather cooperates.
The Room
Three floors of exposed brick, wood, and brass: a pub-style ground floor with a cavernous back bar, a mostly-standing second floor, and a basic but breezy rooftop with Hudson River glimpses. It is casual and often packed, tipping from neighborhood bar to party central after 9pm. Full kitchen with a classic American, seafood-forward menu.
Who The Brass Monkey Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Oyster happy hour | Half-price oysters weekdays 4-8pm make this one of Meatpacking’s best-value stops. |
| Rooftop drinks | A casual roof with Hudson glimpses when the weather is right. |
| A big group night out | Three floors and a lively, unpretentious crowd absorb a crew easily. |
| A weekday lobster deal | $20 lobster rolls and $25 steamed lobsters from 6pm to close, Monday to Friday. |
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The Brass Monkey FAQ
What is The Brass Monkey’s happy hour?
Half-price oysters run Monday through Friday from 4 to 8pm. From 6pm to close on weekdays, the kitchen also offers $20 lobster rolls and $25 steamed lobsters.
Does The Brass Monkey have a rooftop?
Yes. It is a three-floor bar topped by a rooftop with glimpses of the Hudson River. The roof is basic but a pleasant, casual option in warm weather.
What is the vibe like?
Unpretentious and lively, which stands out in the Meatpacking District. It is a women-owned pub with a deep beer list that draws a mixed crowd and turns into more of a party after 9pm.
Where is The Brass Monkey and how do I get there?
At 55 Little West 12th Street in the Meatpacking District. The A/C/E and L trains at 14th Street – 8th Avenue are the closest stops.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with The Brass Monkey before visiting for a specific deal.