Real deal dock worker old school Brooklyn long shoremen dive bar. Fare prices great characters no bullshit. Win or lose can't go wrong. Close to pier 5 and 6 sporting fields. Great juke box. Excellent karaoke night. Their staff is stellar. Do it. read more

I'm a big fan of a good dive bar, but this place is really a dump...and they charge like they're an upscale establishment. There's an old man working the bar that's pretty rude and had filthy hands like he just came in from gardening. Had to convince myself that the alcohol would kill whatever he touched on the lip of my beer when opening it. My fiancé just got a Diet Coke, he pulls out an 8 ounce plastic cup and a 20 oz bottle of Diet Coke and pours a bit in the cup and says $2 (that's normal if it was a normal size drink), when I questioned it, he snaps "this is Atlantic ave, we're always packed, we don't want soda drinkers". Note, we were the only customers in the bar at the time. read more

Classic! Love old places like this. Go! (and the rumors that they might be closing better be wrong). But in case-- Go soon!

haven't been in a while. Old-school mariner's joint. the patron's drink professionally which can be depressing, but if you're in the mood for a touch of reality, this is one of the last places to get it in this otherwise gentrified neighborhood. Noticing some of the other reviews... I've never seen any violence. Drunk, depressing lifers for sure, and i'm sure that kind of patron erupts periodically, so i'm not surprised. I like variety. this place contains a world that is on longer a part of brooklyn heights. I think it's worth a trip for a cheap drink and a step back in time. Also, the decor can't be beat. The film "Last Exit To Brooklyn" was filmed here. I wonder if the folks across the street who named their bar after that book/movie knew that. Put it this way: If charles bukowsky were alive and kicking it in brooklyn, this is is one of the first places i'd go to find him. read more

Amazing owners and super friendly. There really isn't a laid back bar in the area like this. I really appreciate it standing out amongst the hipster bars in the area. They have karaoke essentially whenever you want it, a pool table in the back, a nice chips selection and great priced everything! Cocktails are strong so you get your money's worth. read more

Great old school bar of a type that seldom exists anymore. It is the brooklyn equivalent of long gone Elsie's on the UES, a laid back spot that had been in business for many decades and was the best dive bar until it closed when Elsie died around 2000. It was just as well - Elsie had stopped washing the glasses in her very old age. In any case the owners are friendly. The prices are good. The place has massive character. It should be landmarked. There is plenty to like here. read more

This post on yelp was the first time I thought about Montero's having a "grill." I wouldn't eat there for free. That said, the bar itself is fab. Great Dive bar that probably hasn't changed much since the long shoremen hung out there. Karaoke night is lots of fun. No shortage of the most important ingredient to its success: drunk people looking to make fools of themselves. It probably helps that the booze is cheap. read more

They sell cans and bottles only. Great dive bar with pool, darts and several TVs to watch the games. Not too much money either.

Best bar on Atlantic Ave. Lots of history and character. The drink prices are good and the vibe is very relaxed and divey. They have a pool table and free food on some holidays. Amethyst packs the place for Karaoke on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights. Probably one of the best places to karaoke in the city. Forget the private rooms to scream along to spice girls with your friends, this place is the real deal. read more

I came here for a going away party. It is kind of near the end of a street but this place is pretty cool. It has a fishing sort of theme to it. It is what some people would call divey, I thought it just had a lot of character. I wouldn't suggest it for big big groups, as the bar is narrow and long so it was hard to talk to everyone. There was a karaoke part of the night, and while I love karaoke, I don't know if I am into this set up. our bartender who kinda looked like Blondie went up and sang. She was pretty good! I also heard, that she was in Annie Hall or Manhattan as a child...random but a good piece of trivia! read more

Cannot wait to get back to this place on a quiet night. Karaoke was chaotic, packed, and the perfect blend of kids and olds, singing their favorite tunes. I love any place where the bartender sings a song from behind the bar. I'll bet Montero's is even better when it's just regulars drinking in the afternoon. ::love:: read more

Admittedly, we likely would have walked by this place another thousand times had the skies not opened. When we were forced to seek refuge, we landed here. At that moment, our true Brooklyn education began. One beer turned into three as we walked through the room, peering at the Brooklyn and family images and knick knacks. Sit at the bar and ask questions about how things used to be - it's one of the last places you can. read more

This place is THE BEST. The owner could not be any nicer/cuter. It is a "dive bar" but the history and character make it like no other place in town. This place is truly a gem. I really don't see how people have complained in the other reviews? Kinda want to punch them in the face. read more

Montero's is my current local dive. The only busy night is Friday when they host karaoke. There's a pool table, erotic photo hunt and tons of nautical decorations. The drinks are great, but a little pricey for the atmosphere. Also, there really is no grill anymore, but you can order food from their list of menus or grab a bag of chips from behind the bar. read more

I went back recently. Renee is gone and the new bartender would not comment further. Karaoke and lots of hipsters. Oh well, whatareyagonnado? I don't live in the hood anymore so I can't accurately review it. Seems like it's still a decent place to get a drink, but I won't go out of my way. read more

Lol lol lol. This place is quite magical. Stumbled upon this place on a Thursday and karaoked to Biggie's "Juicy" and Whitney Houston's "I want to dance with somebody." Everyone present just seem to be down to have a good time. And a good time I had. read more

Timeless amazing piece of history. great little bar. they make you feel like family. locals are hysterical. Karaoke too.

If I had a bar, this is what it would be. Rich history, cheap drinks, good pool table, a hell of a crowd, and what else more to say. I'll be there. read more

I have been to many bars but none have meant my expectations like Montero's Bar & Grill ! I love the friendly environment and the bartenders. The best night is karaoke night ! My friends and I always end up here on the weekends. I would recommend everyone to check it read more

Cool old dive bar with lots of old nautical antiques including model boats. There's a small pool table in back and a touch screen juke box. Pretty cheap beers. read more

Montero's is simply one of the best dive bars in the city. Family owned for generations, the Montero family has preserved the mom and pop atmosphere that is so welcoming to anyone who drops in for a drink. The best times to go are early in the evening or during the afternoon when it's mostly empty - it's a great place for daydrinking. On Friday and Saturday nights, they have karaoke, which can get very crowded (especially with ringers and hipsters) but that can be fun if you don't mind being crammed in tight with a bunch of people. Otherwise, just drop in for a beer on a Sunday and take 'er easy. read more

Pretty cool but small place...friendly bartenders and cheap drinks. Grabbed some drinks with a couple of friends we all enjoyed our time, would return. read more

THE LAST OF THE OLD SCHOOL BARS in Cobble Hill and Carroll Gardens , a bit out of the way but if you wanna drink in a aunthenic Brooklyn dive bar it's the last one still standing that has a history . Me personaly since the yuppie invasion on the area I stopped going to bars in Downtown brooklyn. read more

I have been dying to get to this place for a while. Finally made it the other night and unfortunately I was very disappointed. Atmosphere is definitely on par with the dice bar status but it's not a true old school bar. Shots were tiny and offered in plastic cups at a cost of $10 each. Together we dropped about $90 and not one single buy back. It was somewhat busy for a week night and mostly hipster crews nursing a beer or two. Bar maid was nice but when u have people spending good money how can u not throw a round in for good luck. Not really an old school bar just a poser in a changing area trying to capitalize on hipster community. read more

The best place around!!!! Amazing bar with almost 80 years of history. No matter where I am I always wind up at Montero's .

I started coming to this bar because my friend was bartending there (Sun-Wed after 5, she's great.) I'm not in the area, so I don't go all the time, but this place is really awesome! There's so much history on the walls (and it's REAL history) that you can get lost trying to figure out what's happening. The karaoke is really good! The bartenders are fun, and the drinks are good and reasonably priced. AND you get the regulars with all their ridiculous fantastic stories :) I love this place! read more

If less than one star was possible that's what I would give this place. Came to this bar late in the night and wanted water. Bartenders refused to give me water and made nasty comments and used profanity towards me. Incredibly unprofessional. Definitely would not go back due to the poor treatment. read more

OK this review is way overdue. Montero's on a Friday during the earlier part of the karaoke fest (from say 10:15 to midnight) is exactly my kind of place! Weird, friendly, old school Brooklyn bar vibe, with a good mix of ages and backgrounds all there to have a good time in a family-ish dive where the owner regularly provides free snacks (usually hot dogs). I showed up on my own once on a Sunday afternoon and was kind of depressed by the "crowd" which consisted of two sad old dudes who were barely holding it together. I turned around and left them to it since it is, after all, an old man bar 6 and a 1/2 days a week. Cash only, no tap, basic drinks at decent prices. Friday night karaoke starts around 10pm and is extra old school with song books and CDs. read more

Shitty overpriced bar, nothing to get here. I love dive bars but their price point is crazy! I was happy with the shorty drinks out of plastic cups but when the lady behind the bar asked for $13 per drink I was shocked. Please don't go here read more

just moved to the hood. came here on a friday night, not really knowing the drill about friday night karaoke. at first the hubs and I declared that this place was the shit--very neighborhood-y, cheap, and atmospheric, and the bartender was friendly as hell. then they turned on the karaoke, and for an hour or so, the patrons who were already there--who seemed like regulars--took turns belting out Elvis and Neil Diamond songs reasonably well. Everyone was having a gay old time. Then the clock struck 11 PM, and all of twentysomething douchey hipster Greenpoint showed up. Some idiot girl did a death metal rendition of "Cat's in the Cradle." then she drunkenly sidled up to me at the bar and said, "Did you hear my song?! I'm doing Milli Vanilli next!" We downed our beers and got the fuck out of there. We definitely will be back, but hopefully when the hipster douce crowd isn't there to ruin things. read more

Horrible. I literally was yelled at by the bartender for not giving her my money fast enough while I had my wallet open and was pulling out my cash. Old regulars (might have been the owners) and the bartender managed to team up and harass me the entire time I ordered my drinks and paid. Go here if you want to get yelled at by old people while they take your money in exchange for bad beer. read more

authentic. awesome. total love. montero's has been run by the same family for 67 consecutive years. it's goshdarn institution, complete with mediocre drinks and a laid-back atmosphere (bring snacks, takeout, whatever--the owners will smile and ask if they can have a taste). momma montero brings out hot dogs late at night. papa montero, who spends his days teaching high-school science, works the bar (and naps in back). they used to get sailors in there and it still has that nautical element. pool table, jukebox, knick knacks, all around goodness. if you want a $12 sage-infused tequila-and-goji berry cocktail, go to death & company or white star. but if you want a great old bar, this is the place. i'll be back again and again. read more

very late night, friendly bartending, neighborhood bar. i forgot in ny you really dont go home after you go out, you go out again.

An actual old longshoremen's bar. This place is a classic dive serving a hugely wide assortment of people. Cheap beers, karaoke a few nights a week and a pool table in the back. read more

Helllo there - My first visit to Montero's are back in 1963. I served as an officer apprentice on LEXA MAERSK. Maersk Line had a big wharf at pier 11, close to Van Brunt St. - We always had great fun at Montero's. - Greetings to all read more

this place is awesome. i went in there for my first time and the owner was there. the bar has been in his family for generations and he basically grew up there (he is an older man now). it's got tons of history and this amazing bartender who is kinda what you imagine debbie harry is like now. the whole place is steeped in history, it's laid back and friendly, it's got cheap drinks, and a good juke box. can't wait to go back. read more