Rice Monkeys Menu
Welcome to Rice Monkeys, a hidden gem nestled in Durango, Colorado, offering an exciting take on Asian fusion cuisine. With a focus on delivering vibrant flavors, their menu features an array of delectable rice bowls, including Chicken and Tofu Teriyaki, and a delightful Vegetarian Bowl, all brimming with fresh sautéed vegetables.
For those seeking something unique, try the Tiraditos Plate or the Chirashi Bowl, both showcasing exquisite sashimi that tantalizes the taste buds. Rice Monkeys not only caters to seafood lovers but also provides vegan options, making it inclusive for all diners.
The atmosphere is casual yet inviting, accented by both indoor and cozy outdoor seating. Customers rave about the quick service and delightful ambiance, making it a perfect spot for lunch, dinner, or a casual gathering. Whether you're enjoying a refreshing sake or a comforting bowl of pho, Rice Monkeys guarantees an unforgettable dining experience.
Shared & Small Plates
Bang Bang Shrimp
Tempura tossed with sweet and spicy sauce.
Fried Pork Rolls
Gluten free. With sweet chili sauce.
Sauteed Pork Lettuce Wraps
Gluten free.
Pork Summer Rolls
With peanut sauce.
Veggie Summer Rolls
With peanut sauce.
Edamame
Spicy or regular.
Fried Veggie Egg Rolls
With sweet chili sauce.
Seaweed Salad
With cucumber, alfalfa sprouts, and soy vinaigrette.
Squid Salad
With cucumber, alfalfa sprouts, and soy vinaigrette.
Miso Soup
Enoki mushrooms, tofu, scallions, and seaweed.
Green Salad
Spring mix, tomatoes, wasabi peas, cucumber, alfalfa sprouts with apple ginger dressing.
Soup & Salad
2 Pc. Nigiri
Salmon (2)
Hamachi (2)
Shrimp (2)
Unagi (2)
Tuna (2)
Salmon (6)
Hamachi (6)
Tuna (6)
6 Pc. Sashimi
Basic Rolls
California Roll
Surimi crab, cucumber, avocado.
Philly Roll
Salmon, cream cheese, avocado and sweet soy sauce.
Crunchy Asparagus & Avocado Roll
With sweet soy sauce.
Salmon Avocado Roll
Gluten free. Lime oil.
V For Veggie Roll
Tofu, cucumber, avocado, pickled relish, spring mix.
Tekka Maki
Gluten free. Tuna, avocado, cilantro, chili oil.
Shrimp Tempura
Spicy Tuna Roll
Gluten free. Minced tuna, cucumber, avocado, Japanese 7 spice.
Southwestern Roll
Gluten free. Yellowtail Jack, sriracha, avocado topped with Atlantic salmon, lemon, lime, chili oil and lime oil.
Hamachi Love Roll
Gluten free. Yellowtail Jack, cucumber, cilantro topped with avocado spread, jalapeno, sriracha and lime oil.
Crunchy Salmon Roll
Deep-fried. Atlantic salmon, cucumber, avocado, cilantro with spicy ponzu and sriracha.
Rock & Roll
Barbeque eel, cucumber, sriracha topped with Atlantic salmon, avocado, and sweet soy sauce.
Rainbow Roll
Surimi crab, cucumber, avocado topped with assorted sashimi and lime oil.
Caterpillar Roll
Barbeque eel, cucumber, fried asparagus topped with avocado spread, eel sauce, and tempura flakes.
Volcano Roll
Requires longer wait time. Shrimp, avocado, cream cheese, spicy aioli, tempura flakes baked with kani crab, bay scallops and sweet soy sauce.
Lime Twist Roll
Tempura fried shrimp, avocado, cilantro, topped with yellowfin tuna, lime, lime oil and sweet chili.
Funky Monkey Roll
Shrimp, tempura flakes, avocado, spicy aioli, cream cheese topped with avocado, yellowfin tuna, surimi crab and sweet soy sauce.
Crunchy Mango Roll
Yellowtail Jack, mango, avocado, topped with fried sweet potato and sweet soy sauce.
Flaming Dragon Roll
Barbeque eel, avocado, cucumber topped with spicy tuna, eel sauce and sriracha.
Red Phoenix Roll
Tempura fried soft shell crab, cucumber, avocado, spicy aioli topped with yellowfin tuna, avocado and sweet soy sauce.
Dragon Roll
Fried soft shell crab, cucumber, avocado, spicy aioli topped with barbeque eel and eel sauce.
Lava
(Deep fried) Salmon, cream cheese, avocado, jalapenos w/ siracha, spicy aioli & sweet soy
Crispy Tuna
(Fat Style Roll) Spicy tuna, cucumber, avocado, cilantro, daicon sprouts, fried onion w/j spicy aioli & chili oil
Lickity Split
(Baked) Kani crab, cucumber, avocado, topped w/ white fish, spicy aioli, togarashi & sweet soy
Specialty Rolls
Vermicelli Bowls
Grilled Chicken Bowl
Cooled rice noodle bowls with spring mix, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bean sprouts, cilantro, pickled carrots, mint, scallions, peanuts with ginger vinaigrette. Vietnamese salad noodle bowl bun.
Grilled Lemongrass Beef Bowl
Cooled rice noodle bowls with spring mix, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bean sprouts, cilantro, pickled carrots, mint, scallions, peanuts with ginger vinaigrette. Vietnamese salad noodle bowl bun.
Fried Pork Bowl
Gluten free. Cooled rice noodle bowls with spring mix, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bean sprouts, cilantro, pickled carrots, mint, scallions, peanuts with ginger vinaigrette. Vietnamese salad noodle bowl bun.
Chicken Teriyaki Bowl
Includes saute red bell peppers, carrots, onions, celery, broccoli, and scallions.
Tofu Teriyaki Bowl
Includes saute red bell peppers, carrots, onions, celery, broccoli, and scallions.
Vegetarian Bowl
Includes saute red bell peppers, carrots, onions, celery, broccoli, and scallions.
Saute Sesame Beef Bowl
Includes saute red bell peppers, carrots, onions, celery, broccoli, and scallions.
Chinese Barbeque Pork Bowl
Spring mix, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, cilantro, bean sprouts, pickled carrots, scallions, peanuts, mint with ginger vinaigrette, and fried veggie egg roll. Includes saute red bell peppers, carrots, onions, celery, broccoli, and scallions.
Rice Bowls
Rice Noodle Bowls
Ginger Chicken Pho Bowl
Gluten free. Sliced dark meat chicken. With basil, cilantro, bean sprouts, scallions, onions, jalapenos, and lime.
Saigon Noodles Bowl
Gluten free. Shrimp and saute pork. With basil, cilantro, bean sprouts, scallions, onions, jalapenos, and lime.
Beef Pho Bowl
Gluten free. Thin sliced brisket and beef tenderloin. With basil, cilantro, bean sprouts, scallions, onions, jalapenos, and lime.
Tiraditos Plate
Gluten free. Fresh sashimi cuts with Japanese citrus, chili oil, lime oil, sriracha, cilantro, and Hawaiian salt.
Chirashi Bowl
Assorted sashimi, squid, seaweed, cucumber and sushi rice.
Sashimi Plate
Assorted sashimi, squid, seaweed, cucumber with miso.
Sushi Combo Plate
Gluten free. Assorted nigiri sushi with tuna roll or yellowtail Jack roll. Comes with miso soup.
Poke Bowl
Sesame soy seasoned sashimi, seaweed salad, avocado, sushi rice, topped with fried onions. Sashimi choices are: yellowfin tuna, hamachi, or salmon.
Tuna Tataki Plate
Black pepper seared yellowfin tuna, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, wasabi peas, seaweed salad, cucumber with apple ginger dressing and butter ponzu.
Hamachi Kama Plate
Upon availability. Fried yellowtail Jack collar with mixed greens, cucumber, tomatoes, and butter ponzu with side of rice.
Specialty Plates
Desserts
Mochi Ice Cream Balls
Tempura Fried Cheesecake
Fountain Drinks
Coke products.
Coconut Juice
Ramune Japanese
Asahi
Sapporo & Kirin
Premium Sake
Cold.
Ozeki Peach Sparkling
Cold.
