No frills dive bar with billiards in the back and occasional karaoke. Go with some low key friends and have a great time. Reasonably priced drinks, attentive staff, and prime location. I note previous reviews mention it's cash only; perhaps things changed recently as I had no issues paying with card. read more

New management- new manager provided an outstanding home town feel. Great vibes. They do things right. If you are local- go. Enjoy karaoke Thursday Friday and Saturday at 8:30pm. Yes yes yes read more

I've been a regular of most of 40 years at Montero's. Many an epic night there. No regular food here just Booz n Beer. However, they do have food for special events and it's always delicious! The Bartenders are always friendly and the decor is priceless! read more

I love old school bars n this is definitely one. Fact my dad n uncle's use to come here many moons ago.

This is an eccentric dive bar right on the corner of Atlantic and Hicks. It has a nautical theme with lots of sailboat miniatures. As soon as we sat down, the bartender was quick to pour our drinks. Beers are $7 and mixed drinks were $10 each. Note that it is cash only, but there is an ATM available. Just a chill neighborhood spot, nothing too particular. Not really a fan of how it's cash only though, which is inconvenient. read more

Fun neighborhood spot - stayed singing for hours. Definitely gets crowded in there because the space isn't huge but it helps with the cozy and friendly atmosphere. read more

After hanging out here for less than an hour, the woman bartender singled out my friend and I and told us we needed to leave because we weren't buying drinks, although we had already bought four. She accused us of loitering and harassed us for several minutes in front of everyone. It seemed racially motivated considering plenty of white customers were not actively drinking either and were not being harassed. My friend and I were the only black people (I mean it's Brooklyn). Additionally, I saw multiples roaches in the women's bathroom. I think the health department should pay this place a visit soon. Unfortunate - could have been a great dive bar - sadly it's not! read more

Great vibe. Loved the bartender, nice lady. There's a pool table and there are no obstructions so full send. It's 1$ dollar I think? Plus there's a deli birds eye view away in case you're a hungry drunk. read more

The prices are high for a bar of this caliber.No cards no food can find other less expensive bars up the road in red hook

The best bar that ever existed. Those of us who grew up in Brooklyn have nothing but respect for this place. I define great bars by the amount of time you can sit at a bar and be completely content. My record is 7 hours. My dad had his last drink here. This place is home. For those of you that didnt grow up here: You all need to show more respect here. I'm glad that this place makes you feel like you are a Brooklyn OG. You are not. You "Fishermans Beanie, Frye Boots, $250 Henley, and Aviators" type boys need to simmer down. Drink your drink. Tip your bartenders. Respect the locals. read more

Montero's! Karaoke with AMETHYST (lovely host with killer vocals). Need I say more. A friend of ours was having a birthday and we had to trek it do some hidden bar in Brooklyn Heights. My friend described this place as "aquatic themed" and a "dive". Two of my favorite words when combined together. I salivate at the thought of an old man bar and then you put karaoke in the mix like the cherry on top. We arrived around 9pm. Turns out this was the smartest move. Later I saw groups of people and even birthday people get turned away by the charming door guy "Pepe" while "Matthew" tried to woo me. The karaoke is done in the tiniest part of the bar. I suggest you'd stand in an angle to let people go to the bathroom but also leave room for "Sonya" to bus tables and get to the bar and still see the karaoke list. Back to Amethyst. You gotta write down the song you want to sing. If it's not in the computer then Amethyst will call you back to put in a new song. You get a song with every drink you order. If you are doing a duet then you hand the mic to the person who's being invited to sing. This is the rule. The name on the slip is the person that hands the mic. Don't forget. The main mic has the red tape. DON'T PUT DRINKS DOWN ON AMETHYST'S TABLE. At the bar, Kaddy is slinging drinks but will take a quick break to sing some Alanis Morisette. Everyone here is down for the wild ride! The beers are $4 for pbr and with a tequila shot it's $11. So pick your liquid courage wisely. This place is over 80 years old. The staff was really the best part, followed by the decor. The crowd is a young, finance, fresh out of grad school types and some older regulars sprinkled in. Maybe they come on the non-karaoke nights. It's CASH ONLY. Almost $3 for the ATM. read more

Montero's Bar & Grill - Dive Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The bartender was clipping his nails and throwing them on the floor. So gross, snd loud because there's no ambience in this bar and the play bad music read more

The bartenders are great the prices not so much.No shot and beer specials and $7 dollars for a bottle of beer can go up the road to brazen head for cheaper prices and better ambience.Montero looks like the regal beagle circa 1980 any second I was waiting for Mr Furley to come in.No cards taken and $10 bucks for a shot of bottom shelf alcohol def not worth it read more

Montero's is a dive that comes fully equipped with a pool table, surly bartenders and surprisingly fun karaoke nights, so please allow me to sing this review to you in the style of Bohemian Rhapsody: Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? Caught in a dive bar, to escape from reality. Open your beer, look at that weird guy, smell peeeee... I'm just a poor boy, I need some buybacks please.* Because I'm kinda drunk, OK sloshed. Little high? Maybe so. Anything the 'tender pours, doesn't really matter to me, to me... Oh man, just sang a song. Put my mouth up on the mic, yelled my chorus, now they left. To think, the night had just begun. But now I've gone and chased them all away... My bad, ooh, didn't mean to make you leave, If I'm here back again this time tomorrow, Get me help, the AA kind, 'cause I definitely have a problem. Too late, my drink has come. Sent shots all down my throat, think I should've got my coat. Goodbye, everybody, I've got to go. Gotta leave you all behind and eat some food,** Really, ooh, (anything that tastes good) I don't want to leave, But sometimes I wish I'd never come in at all. [Guitar solo fades out because I think this has run its course.] _____________ *The prices are definitely a little higher than they should be, considering the smell and the man sleeping in the corner that you might think is homeless, but is actually just waiting for karaoke to start (he has a lovely voice). **They don't serve any, but Table 87 is quite close and delicious. read more

Montero's Bar & Grill - Dive Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I really love this bar! So cozy and the karaoke aspect makes it so much fun and laidback. Bartenders are really sweet folk. Please note the hours on google or yelp might not be updated. As of Jan 2022 they are open every single day from 2pm - 2am! 10/10 recommend to come here to chill and have a good drink :) Thanks Montero for being my favorite neighborhood bar after moving to Brooklyn! read more

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Montero's is the coolest place you'll ever have the privilege of drinking and celebrating in. There is no "it" scene here or fancy flair cocktails. It's an ancient dive bar that should be a museum to honor the New York of old that disappears faster than you can snap your fingers each day. My most recent visit was an early Friday evening after work (teacher hours mind you), and it felt like all regulars in the spot. Pool table was busy, early evening news was on, jukebox was loaded up with some jams, and the owner (?) as usual posted up at the end of the bar surveying his keep. Though it wasn't crowded, for our eventually large party of about 6+, it was difficult to be seated and not feel in the way of all traffic cause the place is so narrow. That may have been a blemish for my coworkers, but I've been here on karaoke nights when it was standing room only, so my standard of measurement is skewed. Perhaps this may not be our regular after work spot cause our group rolls too large, but I will be back with my crew for Karaoke one of these evenings! And for the early couple of first round drinks with 2-3 coworkers tops? Montero's works juuuust fine, and we should be so lucky to get to experience it. read more

I want to start off by saying three things -- One, I love this bar (the bartenders, except for the one described below, are all amazing)! Two, I'm not usually a "Yelper" but only do so when I feel the need to. DO NOT COME HERE WHEN THE BARTENDER DESCRIBED BELOW IS WORKING. I live around the corner and have been coming to this bar for a few years now. I came here on Wednesday night (7/12) to meet some friends, grab some drinks, and play pool. From the second I walked in, the bartender ( girl with short brown bob) was already glaring at me. She essentially ignored me for a few minutes while she happily chatted and laughed with other patrons (who me and my friend actually ended up knowing) So far, nothing out of the ordinary. I get it, you're tired and busy and this is New York, so I was willing to let this go. After more time of being ignored, she barks out from behind the bar "IDS." It was almost as if she thought I was trying to trick her or be sneaky?? I would've showed her the second I walked in but she had no interest. Again, I get it, but I don't like being not only stared at and ignored but now BARKED at? I hand her my ID and try to lighten the mood by saying "haha the picture is so bad, bad hair day" to which she continues to glare at me and slams the card back on the table and walks away. Maybe I wanted a drink...? But she couldn't have cared less. Off she goes to smile and chat and laugh with her friends. Finally, my friend orders a corona light, to which she snarkily replies, "we don't have that." so we ask for the regular, we get the drink, and pay. Which leads me to tipping. My friend leaves a nice tip and OBVIOUSLY I always tip at bars, restaurants, coffee places, etc. As someone who has worked in the food service industry for 6+ years. I GET IT! But I would not have given this woman an extra CENT. I think that staff deserves to know when they aren't doing a great job -- why would I tip this woman who is actively making me feel bad for just being in her space? For the rest of the night, she was, again, glaring, rolling her eyes as she moved about the space, and just setting a horrible tone and ambience for the bar that she is supposed to be representing. Finally, at the end of the night, she walks over to the pool table asking for last call and then grumbles "and this is your last game of pool." AGAIN, she is not actively doing anything wrong here but the way in which she is talking to people who are spending money there and putting money in her pocket is completely unacceptable. I refuse to come somewhere where I'm afraid or nervous to ask for something as simple as water. Meanwhile, my friend finally asked for a cup and got a sippy cup, barely halfway full, at room temp. There is no reason why she couldn't have tried just a LITTTTTLEEEE bit harder. Oh well, I shouldn't have expected anything more from her at this point. I have never EVER felt less than at a spot in this neighborhood like this. This bartender is a HORRIBLE example of an employee and NOT someone I would want working for me in any capacity. If I were in charge, she either needs to get her shit together and treat people with basic respect or decency, or she needs to leave and come back when she is able to do so. Again, I love love LOVE this bar, but if I come back and she is working I will most certainly NOT be tipping her. I hope she is taken care of and finds someone to help her get the stick out of her ass. read more

Lmao at Yelp putting 'Ambiance' as one of the buzzwords to go along with this review. I love this place, but it is not where you go for the traditional thought behind dining or imbibing 'ambiance'. It's a real, amazing dive that also happens to have karaoke and a pool table in the back. If I lived back in BK Heights, it would definitely be a go-to. Also the bartenders and owner are super nice!! read more

Somehow, after our weekly Brooklyn beach volleyball league games, we inevitably get sucked into the late night bar allure that is Montero's. Maybe it's the cheap drinks, or divey, nautical atmosphere....Or maybe it's the sometimes-awkward, Rick Moranis-looking, good joke-telling bartender, Alan. Either way, we always have a good time, and consume at least four times the amount of drinks we had initially planned for. Although there's no kitchen, there's an awesome 24-hour deli (Champion) located a block or two down the road, and you can bring your food in too. My only experience here is on weeknights, specifically after our volleyball games, so I can't speak to the karaoke or weekends...only to the jukebox. My one suggestion would be to set the jukebox to play random songs when there are no paid requests in the queue. There have been times when the bar is just about dead-silent, simply because nothing is playing at all. Aside from that, Montero's is a great time right by the pier, so if the waterside "Bark Hot Dogs" isn't up to snuff, or if you're looking for indoor seating in a relaxed environment, Montero's is your place! read more

Great place but every time I do karoake here they're fine when a dude grabs my mic but not fine when the reverse happens. When I informed them of this I was called a "bitch" in front of the crowd. read more

Have never been moved to write a Yelp review before, but my experience a few nights ago was inspiring. Celine the bartender was one of the rudest, most aggressive people I have ever encountered. I was charged $10 for a well shot of whiskey, and when I asked about it (honestly thinking there'd been a mistake), it quickly became clear that she was hoping for any reason to start a fight. Over and over I chose not to engage with with her hostile comments, but my friends and I were all taken aback by her behavior. Truly bizarre. Bummer that what could be a cool bar has someone so unwell behind the counter. read more

This one star is simply for the bartender with the black bob. Had a fantastic night with my friends sitting at the bar until she accused us of not tipping. We were being served all night by another bartender, and tipping on every order. I have zero reason to lie about that as i've grown up in the service industry and know that bartenders and servers rely on tips. She was talking about us behind the bar and refusing to serve us. Incredibly unfortunate as we were having a great time up until this point. read more

Do you want to be treated like shit! Then this is the place for you! 10$ well drinks that are the size of a shot. They only survive because of music students who rotate in and out of their doors. read more

Montero's is a neighborhood staple. It's as old school as it gets - like something out of Last Exit to Brooklyn. Come here for the karaoke machine, stay for the cheap beers. Cash only! Oh, and if you and your bros decide to sing Wagon Wheel, I'm going to throw something at you. read more

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First karaoke bar I've been to, and it was so much fun! You buy a drink, and you receive a ticket to write your name and the song you want to sing. The crowd was super encouraging, cheering everyone on as they belted their hearts out. A little bit of an older crowd. Wish I had stayed for a few more rounds. read more

If you think this bar is "sketch" you obviously need to get out more. This is one of the older working class bars in Brooklyn. The owners are of the old school. Sometimes they bring in trays of ziti for patrons on holidays or special occasions. Montero's is a dying breed and no it's not filled with hipsters or people from the midwest. Since I don't live in the neighborhood anymore, I don't go here much these days, but it's good to know a few of these places still exist in a more and more homogenized New York City. "Sketch" - that is hilarious. read more

Montero's Bar & Grill - Dive Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Went to this bar for the first time on Wednesday and had the best time! Iconic decor , old school dive and all around great energy. Bartender was fantastic and attentive ! Both crowd and music was lively! Will definitely be going back and telling anyone that wants to have a good time to join hehe read more

Low-key dive bar that has provided some great times and late nights for my coworker and I. Karaoke on deck around 9:30 and there's a pool table in the back as well. Friendly service and good drinks. Cash only. read more

Mixed Feelings Old dumpy bar with a lot of history behind it. The bartender weirdly had the door locked and vetted us before he let us in. I guess he was trying to keep out the riff raff. This bar used to big spot for the Naval port that's down the street. The bartender told us the whole story, almost to a fault. Overall: It's a cool dive bar that really looks garbage pit from the outside, but don't be alarmed. Thanks read more

We ended up here on just another Friday night, after finding out they had good karaoke. Not knowing anyone around, we ended up having a good time and talking with some pretty great people! Karaoke was a blast and the KJ was great. She made sure to keep everyone in the order they were submitted, even when one of the girls trying to sing gave her crap about it. The one thing I like least about karaoke is people trying to drunkenly get their stuff in before their turn, and the KJ handled it like a pro. read more

One of the bartender's was bizarrely rude. Slamming boxes into people and hip checking others. She seemed miserable but it didn't really justify taking it out on others. Feel bad for her. read more

Stoped in on a Friday night with family. The place is definitely a dive bar; but an inexpensive, good times, dive bar. When we walked in it wasn't too packed but within 20 minutes you could barely move. We listed to some truly awful karaoke, had a few drinks, and went along our way. If you are looking for an experience and cheap drinks, then this place is for you!! read more

Want a beer? Montero's is a great place to go in Brooklyn. They only serve alcoholic beverages, but it's sort of a "Blast From The Past" kind of place. It can get quite crowded, but the beer is good and the bartender knows how to pour a good beer I discovered as he poured me a Guiness. read more

What an EXCELLENT dive bar! I had a fabulous time here Saturday night. Montero - what I hear is possibly the oldest bar in Brooklyn - is small, cozy, and decked out in nautical trinkets and memorabilia. The staff are friendly, and they have a good (but standard) selection of drafts and bottled beers. But what really makes this place stand out from the pack is its vibe and LIT karaoke night. The minute you walk in, the staff and clientele make you feel like you're part of the family. And the karaoke, run singlehandedly by one person, was so much fun. You know the deal: get a sheet from the bar with your drink, write down your name and the song, give it to the DJ, and wait. The mics work great, and I was pleasantly surprised to hear many good singers cover everything from Creed to Lauryn Hill. All in all, Montero is a blast and will likely be a Brooklyn Heights landmark for years to come. read more

Montero's is a real, authentic old school dive bar. Not one of these newfangled spots appropriating dive bar culture, but the real deal. It's been around forever, so if you live in the area, I'm likely not breaking news of its existence. But for those who live outside of the neighborhood who want to add a new sticky-floored dive to their rotation, you should probably bookmark and make an effort to visit. Their most popular night is easily Saturday when then bring in a ramshackle karaoke rig that's fun, approachable, and non-pretentious. For every drink you buy at the bar, you're given a small sheet of paper that grants you an opportunity to belt out a tune. The karaoke DJ is a delight, and don't mind the fact that you'll be singing right in front of the toilets. It gives the whole performance some charm. Drinks are a little pricey for well cocktails mixed with grocery store bottled club soda, but hey -- inflation. You can bring in outside food, and the bar is dog friendly. Two major bonuses that easily make up for any shortcomings you may encounter. read more

Solid dive bar and I wouldn't have enjoyed it half as much if it weren't for the karaoke in the back. Shots are $6 or $9 depending on which bartender you ask... the well whiskey switched from Evan Williams to Old Overholt and I kind of lost track of what they were pouring me. Like most dive bars, it's pretty mixed crowd, the bartenders aren't very nice, and the decorations are tacky as sin. But I had a great time for a reasonable price. read more

So after a drunken Friday night at my co-workers farewell party, Stephanie was on a mission to find a good karaoke bar... I put "karaoke" in my Yelp search engine and found Montero's.... Stephanie called to confirm that they did in fact have a Karaoke machine. After being assured that they did, we made the troop over to Montero's. When we entered, I was floored. The place was a bit dingy... to say the least. And lo and behold, no karaoke machine. They guy that greeted us at the door kept telling us it was coming... we arrived at 9:30... what time exactly did karaoke start? After waiting for about 20 minutes, we all just decided to leave. Probably won't be returning... ...... yea, no probably. I WILL NOT be returning. read more

I've been meaning to hit this place up ever since last year I was touring around red hook and walked past it and noticed an old woman with blue hair drinking a pabst alone on a Friday night at 10. I went in last night and my expectations were more than fulfilled - total character spot with the patrons so old school Will Farrell couldn't even do a bit. I felt like I was in a scene of "Barfly". You know the look hipsters are going for? The one with their pants so tight you can count there testicle hair with either an ironic shirt that isn't to ironic or a flannel shirt along with a porn mustache? Yeah, well - everyone in this joint sports this look but they are certainly not hipsters or probably have never heard the term. I love it - dive without knowing it. Nothing on tap, drinks are cheap, karokee on Friday nights where the old timers can feel like Neil Diamond - amazing! You feel like Doc Brown had you jump in the Delorean and are back in Brooklyn in 1970's. If you don't like the joint, the answer is simple. Go to to some of the hoity toity places up the road that will eventually have their run, cause this joint is still running on a wooden leg and a shot of jack daniels. read more

Do you have your karaoke jockey's phone number programmed into your cell phone? Have you seen your bartender sing "All That Jazz" while tending the bar? Have you eaten hot dogs at 1am at your favorite bar that were made by the owner of your favorite bar specifically to be eaten at 1 am? If the answers to all of the above questions are no, then you are clearly not living your best life and by not living your best life I mean you are not going to Montero's. I can't speak to the other days of the week but when I lived in New York I lived for weekends at Montero's, where everybody truly knows your name because inevitably you become friends with everyone who goes there and then your friends just keep going there forever until one weekend you're like, "maybe I should take a break from going here" and then you go somewhere else and get withdrawals from not having been at Montero's. I go to school in New Orleans right now but whenever I fly back to NY I make it a point to go to Montero's because it really is THE BEST. IT IS THE BEST. PERIOD. read more

Not sure where the "grill" part comes in, but this is the best old school bar in Brooklyn, complete with the most eclectic mix of people. Incredible amalgamation of hipsters, nerds, old neighborhood ladies (sometimes in their mumus), construction workers, you name it. Admittedly, I've mostly gone on karaoke nights - which are a blast - and have been getting progressively more crowded. (Hmm, bad idea to yelp about this place? But maybe its newfound popularity will keep it in business.) Still, drinks are cheap - like throwback prices - and when you are down to your last few bucks start getting the PBR cans to last you well into the night and then some. So anytime I get a text saying, Montero's tonight? It somehow brings a smile to my face and makes the evenings much longer and drunker than expected. VIVA MONTERO'S! read more