Man, what a hidden gem! Like everyone has posted on here, you have to try their burgers! Some of the best I've had in the burgh. It's hard to locate if you don't have the exact address. It's worth the wait, but I recommend going in early because it gets packed. read more

Very nice pub me and my gf go there at least twice a month for the food. The food is really really good!! Service is excellent and the atmosphere you can't beat it. Mainly locals of the war streets but not always. We have met some really nice people and the servers are always so nice to us. Of all the places on the north shore to grab a meal I would recommend this one. Prices are good and you can't beat the service. read more

Nice divey kinda place tucked discretely into a residential neighborhood. Very good food with generous portions, attentive service, comfortable atmosphere and a decent beer selection make this a worthwhile stop on your North Side bar crawl. read more

I went to this snug and cozy pub for dinner yesterday. The service was fantastic; Guinness after Guinness seemed to appear as if by magic. We started with the smoked salmon nachos, which were an unexpected delight. Do yourself a favor and get anything made with the Guinness beef; this is the standard against which I will measure any pot roast from this day forward. The Shepard's Pie was delightful. Don't be fooled by your initial perception of the portion size; the food is so filling and tasty and it seems to keep on going. The only concern I had was whether I'd be able to waddle back to my car, as parking is the only potential downside here. I recommend in the strongest terms. read more

Without a doubt, the selection of items are unique and probably unrivaled in the zip code and surrounding neighborhoods, and the quality of food is equally impressive. However, after several visits, I have experience consistently poor customer service. The wait staff greets and serves with stone cold faces, almost grimacing at the diners gestures to lighten up the mood, darkened by their impersonal, robotic waiting. They clearly express disgust when the order deviates, even the slightest bit (choosing a salad dressing of your own choice, instead of the one they prescribe), from the menu. The only smile they force themselves to deliver is along with the check, with subliminal intentions to elevate their tip. read more

I've been in the neighborhood for a while now but just got around to stopping here this past weekend and I was very impressed. The beer selection isn't large but is good enough that there's probably a choice for everyone, the appetizers we had were great (the cheese sauce was especially delicious), and best of all most of the place is dark and cozy in the best possible way while still being a very casual pub. I'll be back soon for sure. read more

This is a great place to grab a bite to eat and drink. The food is always delicious and the drinks are strong!

Supreme establishment but the clientele on some nights takes away one star. Great conversation bar but sometimes a little on the ' Look how cool I am' side. GREAT bar staff/ service. read more

I never get tired of Monterey - I could go every week! (and I often do) The food is perfect pub food, but more sophisticated. The atmosphere is lively, but again, more sophisticated. The decor is perfect cozy pub - nice and dark with lots of dark wood and dark green. The crowd is a lot of locals from the Mexican War Streets neighborhood - which is a smart crowd. I have been dozens of times and it has never disappointed! The Monterey Pub feels like the very heart of this neighborhood - and a joyous one at that. Oh, and delicious big beers including local brew! read more

If you want to be casual and let your hair down you will love this place. It is a Irish pub atmosphere on the quaint street of the Mexican war streets. The food is better than most pubs and always homemade. the beer selection is top notch also. Please go you will not regret. it read more

Great neighborhood bar right in the middle of the Mexican War Streets. My boss frequents here, so I've been quite a few times and a few more during the month I house sat for him this winter. This is the kind of place that people in the neighborhood stop by for a drink after work a few times a week. The clientele is generally a bit older, and everybody knows everybody. This is both a pro and a con for me. As an outsider, I never really felt like I was completely welcome there. The bartenders tend to spend more attention on the regulars, but perfectly nice after I flagged them down. It has a man's man bar with an older-fashion Mexican War Streets-type feel, lined with a bar and booths, with tables in the back. The food here is good to pretty good- I've eaten there a bunch of times and usually get the veggie wrap (not many veggie options here). The cocktails are pretty expensive, a martini costing you 8 or 9 bucks- but they're oh-so-tasty. You'll get $2 off drafts at the happy hour. I'd definitely recommend a stop-in if you're in the neighborhood. Meet the locals. Make a couple new friends. Have a nice cocktail. read more

I can't believe I'm about to say this, but I had quite possibly one of the best burgers of my life here on Wednesday night. It ranks definitely in the top 5 right up there with "In n Out" on the left coast and of course Tessaros. It was definitely better than the last burger I had at Tessaros or the City Grill in the SouthSide. It's possible I'm being a bit "hyperbolic", (love it when I get a chance to use words like this!!) in that I was really hungry and I had no expectations whatsoever of this place. Annie and I had just left Kinkos in the NH (wild and crazy wednesday night!) and I was hungry. She mentioned this joint in the northside because she knows I love Guiness and since it's an irish pub they would be sure to have this nectar of the gods. It's located right along all of the rowhouses in the mexican war streets in the north side and if it wasn't for the irish flag hanging out front you'd most likely be sure to miss it. The space itself is perfect. You enter off the street and you end up directly in the long bar with dark wood. There are also plenty of two person booths right behind the stools at the bar. Cozy is probably the perfect term to describe this place. They have an additional dining room in the back, but I'm pretty sure I'll never use it. The booths are perfect for two people and provide just the right amount of privacy. If you look closely there is a lot to admire with respect to the space itself (mohogany boothes, crown molding, plenty of brass) The crowd seems mostly regulars, young physicians in their scrubs,,, older grinders at the bar, plenty of 20 and 30 somethings in everything from Jeans to Suits. We luck out because it's $6 burger night and that's exactly what I plan on ordering. I start with a perfectly poured Guinness stout and Annie has a relatively stiff vodka/tonic. We started with a very good cup of french onion soup with plenty of cheese and seasoned perfectly with caramalized onions and a rich broth. I ordered the "British Isles Burger" which was a healthy portion (guessing 8 oz.) of fresh (most likely ground that morning) perfectly seasoned (tons of flavor) medium (cooked perfectly) ground beef. It was served on a warm toasted buttered fresh roll overflowing with Gloucester cheese and for additional flavor sprinkled with chives and onions. They also included some type of sauce on the side, but this burger was perfect no need for any additions. Annie had just a regular cheeseburger with ketchup which looked good, but a little plain compared to the beauty I was enjoying. The fries were also perfect, thick cut steak fries double dipped in oil and fried for the perfect crunch. Parking can be a little tough and it's not exactly the best neighborhood, but I promise it's worth the effort. They have other traditional pub fare which I may try on my next visit. read more

After reading the Yelp reviews on Monterey Pub I was excited to try an Irish pub with great food. Based on the other reviews of Monterey I thought I would have the rare experience of an Irish pub with great food(yes I am engaging in ethic food profiling but it ok-- I am part Irish). Unfortunately, I experienced an Irish pub with the mediocre fare. To be fair the food isn't bad, but it is typical pub/bar quality food. Not bad if you are going out for drinks at a good pub and are looking for decent food to round out the experience. If you are looking for top notch food (which some reviewers seem to imply) you will be disappointed. However, it is a great little pub in a terrific old style neighborhood and definitely worth the visit so long as you are realistic about your food expectations. Lastly, the beer and drink offerings were diverse and the staff seemed attentive and friendly. read more

The pub is a great locals hangout tucked into the Mexican War Streets. Great food that is served by friendly and efficient waitstaff. Restaurant updates their menu every year and it's always fun to see what fun items arrive. read more

Tucked away in the Historic Mexican War Streets neighborhood on Pittsburgh's North Side, you will find Monterey Pub. It's a small bar/restaurant that's a favorite spot for locals and non-locals alike to meet, drink, and eat. I've been here numerous times, but most recently brought a soon to be transplant from Portland here for dinner on a Thursday night. The restaurant wasn't too busy, so we were promptly seated in one of the front booths. We each ordered a drink - an Old Fashioned for her and a glass of Chardonnay for myself. The menu is vast and features everything from sandwiches and salads to larger entrees - there's really something for everyone here. On this occasion, she ordered a wrap served with a large portion of fries, while I ordered a grilled chicken sandwich with feta and spinach. Served on crusty bread, it was delicious. I opted out of the fries, instead choosing their soup of the day - chicken curry. Prices are reasonable for what you would expect in the area. A drink each and our meals brought the total to roughly under $40. Not cheap, but not expensive either. read more

I get the Cheers references, with a bit of an upscale kick. Nestled under a street canopied by mature trees, tastefully restored townhomes and brick sidewalks - you hope you'll find that cozy "locals in-the-know" pub. Spot on. Stopped in on a Friday at Happy Hour. Since it was hot out, wanted a differnt summer cocktail, so I asked for a Planters Punch with dark rum (lots of bartenders don't know what they are). No problem. People started asking me what I was drinking, I shared sips, others ordered them. In 20 minutes - I felt like a regular, chatting with customers and the bartender. I'm from NYC, have been in PGH 3 times over past year, everytime, same bartender. Consistency and familiarity. Perfect. Had an awesome summer salad. Great value. If you want a gastropub, this food may not meet those lofty expectations, but it's out of casting central for great neighborhood pub with a pitch-perfect backdrop. Just go. read more

Good Beer and better food. Wish it was a little cheaper. Great little pub in the war streets

We dropped by for drinks on a Saturday night and had a great time. We were all in from out of town and the pub has a fun mix of neighbourhood folks who are very welcoming. We will be back the next time we are in town. read more

Charming pub! Great service and food! My husband and I tried this place on a whim and will definitely return.

Fun neighborhood local. Mark, the bartender is outstanding; he picked up my name without asking. The locals (I'm from out of town) were very friendly. Had teriyaki salmon sandwich which was very simple and very good. Good beer selection. Recommend for good pub fare and friendly conversation. read more

i love the pub too. i'm a minute's walk away... in... what was that? not exactly the best neighborhood?????????????? there is none better. read more

Really enoyed our dinner, we tried the Shepards Pie and Fish and chips, both were very good. Nice place on a residential street, will return read more

My secret spot. My girlfriend and I love stopping in for a beer and leaving our phones in the car. It's kind of hidden and definitely a neighborhood type bar. Parmesan and garlic fries are killer. read more

Always friendly service and good food. Great to find just honest, good food and terrific people among all the hipsterization of the area.

I despise most every "pub" and bar in the United States, but this is a place worth tipping my cap for. The atmosphere is pretty nice, very friendly, and the food--especially for a pub--is simple but exceptional. Very much worth a visit. read more

Living less than 2 blocks away, this spot is always a weekly stop of ours. My boyfriend and I have been to Monterey Pub at least 6 times since we've moved to the Mexican War streets and have brought friends and family with us a few of those times as well. However, the times we have sat at the bar it has been less than a positive experience. The bartender is never anything but rude and disrespectful to my boy and I...I'm not sure if it's because we are young, but that still is not any excuse to treat us the way he has multiple times. We actually had just visited last evening around 10 pm for our night cap and to finish watching the pirates, and again to our dismay, he was rude and we were ignored 35 minutes before last call after the bartender had served numerous regulars, and seemed like he was actually trying to not serve us anymore. It's unfortunate that we both feel this way about the bartender at this establishment because we really enjoy the food and the pub as a whole, but last night was the last time we will ever sit at the bar. For your own satisfaction, I suggest you get a table, the servers are always awesome. read more