
Bar Monto
East Village, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Bar Monto is worth considering for a casual East Village drinks night, especially if the plan is pints, martinis, and simple bar food around $45 per person. Treat it as an upscale Irish bar rather than a destination dinner: good for walk-in flexibility and group energy, less suited to wine-focused dining or formal occasions.
About Bar Monto
At $45 per person, Bar Monto is an upscale Irish bar in New York City with a casual dress code. The food details are limited, but the signature dishes include a burger and fried fish bites, which gives a practical starting point for a first visit.
The useful way to think about it is direct: Bar Monto is best understood through its identity as an upscale Irish bar rather than through unconfirmed claims about a broader restaurant format. Confirmed daily hours were not found in the provided sources, and the available information noted a planned opening “this month” as of June 2026, so plan with flexibility and check current availability before going.
Book for the mood
Bar Monto is a casual New York City option at a verified $45 per person.
The casual dress code lowers the friction for a night out.
What the setup means for value
The strongest confirmed reason to consider Bar Monto is the combination of its upscale Irish bar positioning and its $45-per-person price point in New York City.
For a first visit, order the burger and fried fish bites.
How to use it in a New York night out
Bar Monto works in planning as a casual upscale Irish bar in New York City. For broader planning, use the New York City bars guide first, then cross-check food-led options in the New York City restaurants guide. Visitors building a full trip can also pair it with the New York City hotels guide, the New York City experiences guide, and the New York City wineries guide.
Quick reference: choose Bar Monto for an upscale Irish bar in New York City with casual dress and a verified $45-per-person price point; check current hours before going.
Planning details
- Location
- 61 2nd Ave, New York, NY
- Reservations
- Book on Resy
- Website
- barmontonyc.com
- Phone
- +12123880662
Venue details
Ambiance
Upscale Irish bar with a polished pub feel, pints and martinis at the fore, and a lively East Village energy suitable for drinks, bar snacks, and entertainment.
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Vibe
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Comfort cooking
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Cocktails, Beer, Spirits
Signature Dishes
- burger
- fried fish bites
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Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 61 2nd Ave, New York, NY
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Bar Monto?
Expect an upscale Irish bar in New York City with a casual dress code. The spend is $45 per person, and the signature dishes are a burger and fried fish bites.
How far ahead should I book Bar Monto?
Bar Monto had a planned opening “this month” as of June 2026.
Is lunch or dinner better at Bar Monto?
Confirmed daily hours were not found in the provided sources, so no lunch or dinner service window can be verified.
Is Bar Monto good for a special occasion?
It can fit a relaxed occasion if your group wants an upscale Irish bar in New York City with casual dress.
Is Bar Monto worth the price?
At $45 per person, Bar Monto is an upscale Irish bar in New York City. It is most compelling if that format, casual dress, and the confirmed signature dishes match what you want.
















