Drunk Monkey Old Street Bar

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This bar attracts a relaxed crowd of tourists and locals. There's a nightly BBQ of meaty skewers (7pm to midnight) and you'll find menus from nearby restaurants scattered about. Order from the bar staff and the food will be delivered to your table by the restaurant staff. Drinks include draught Guinness (RM20 per pint), a range of imported wines and a whole page of whiskies.

Sit out in the fan-cooled alley or at the air-conditioned indoor tables. Happy-hour prices, available from 2pm to 8pm, offer modest discounts.

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