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.

Last updated: Jun 11, 2026

Business Hours

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

Customer Reviews

4.20
Based on 342 reviews
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Courtney Rodgers

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

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James Blankenship

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

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Andy Hart

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

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Frank Penrose

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!

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Larhonda Chinn

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

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Berkay Kaplan

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

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Jacquelyn Campbell

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

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Oscar Ojeda

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. …

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Derrick Philips

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.

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Kendall Koe

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. …

People Also Ask

Where is Cowboy Monkey located?
Cowboy Monkey is located at 6 Taylor St, Champaign, IL 61820, United States, Champaign, IL, United States. You can get directions here.
What is Cowboy Monkey rated?
Cowboy Monkey has a rating of 4.20 out of 5 stars based on 342 customer reviews.
What are Cowboy Monkey's hours?
Cowboy Monkey's hours vary by day. Please check the Business Hours section above for the full weekly schedule.
How do I contact Cowboy Monkey?
You can reach Cowboy Monkey by phone at +1 217-398-2688.
What type of business is Cowboy Monkey?
Cowboy Monkey is a nightlife business located in Champaign, IL. <!-- VOILA_REWRITTEN --> 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, …