Each bartender appears to make their own rules. One night I paid for a beer with a card. Days later I had the same beer served by a different bartender. This bartender told me I did not meet the card minimum. I'm okay with playing by their rules. I just want to know what the rules are read more

Made a quick stop before Starland ballroom concert. Cheese fries and pierogies were good. Didn't love the pizza. Good beer selection read more

The Brass Monkey - Pierogies - Pubs Near Me - Sayreville, New Jersey

The Brass Monkey is a cool dive bar with great food. The staff is friendly, the drinks are cold, really what more could you ask for in a bar? This is a great example of the neighborhood dive bar. A place that offers camaraderie, cold drinks, great food and a good time in a no frills environment. I would definitely recommend this bar. Whether just for a few drinks or a great meal, you can't go wrong heading towards the Brass Monkey. read more

My experience has been hit or miss here. Food is average and beer selection is ok. I used to go for the pool tables, but last time I went they told us the whole party had to be drinking to use the pool table. Really? Not all party was going to play or drink. We asked if we could grab something to eat instead of the drinks and they refused and said no. I use to bring friends here for drinks and pool, but never again. read more

Excellent place. Highly recommended. Food is great and ambiance is great too. Service is very friendly.

Only went here once, but a dive I can appreciate. Prices are good, service is great, nice vibe from both servers and crowd. When in the area, which isn't often, so far this is my favorite watering hole there. read more

Kira was great & the vibe of the place was chill. Highly recommend, the drinks are of reasonable price too.

Don't go there on tuesday..bartender tracy is very rude!!.. I have gone here on and off for 25yrs..sharon is very nice but tracy has a bad attitude at least 2 me..why I have no idea..but WILL NEVER STEP FOOT IN THERE WHEN SHE IS ON...got some kind of chip on her shoulder...was a horrible visit..couldn't wait to leave read more

Stopped by there before a show at the starland. Food and drinks were good. It does get busy there if something is happening at the starland.

I come here every so often. I play pool grab a beer and a steak. The atmosphere is great and relaxed. If you want a place where you can go solo or with a group of friends this place checks all the boxes. Multiple tvs for sports if you like or booths for a group. Good beer selection, some craft beers. Definitely ask for a steak ... They always cook to perfection, medium for me. Try it out! read more

The Brass Monkey - Just having a beer with good eats and two good tables for . Definitely a great local bar to hang out with friends. - Pubs Near Me - Sayreville, New Jersey

I know this place was established in the 1990s but thid is our 1st time here! I regret not having the pleasure of enjoying this place so close!!! The atmosphere is homey and welcoming... the food is wholeseme and affordable!!! A nice place overall to spend time!!! read more

The Brass Monkey - Cosmo and pirogoes!! - Pubs Near Me - Sayreville, New Jersey

My favorite bar to spend time with friends. Reasonably priced. Weekly pool matches by local teams. The steak special is my go to. This time my boyfriend and I shared the 25oz Ribeye. Soooo yummy. The bar is family owned which gives an intimate feel. Also has a liquor store attached that closes around 10. Come by if you want reasonably priced drinks, a good time, and good service. read more

The Brass Monkey - 1/2 Pool Table - Pubs Near Me - Sayreville, New Jersey

Maybe my third time there and it's been awhile. I met the owner only because the person I went there with knew Steve and Steve remembered him. Very nice and personal kind of guy. I Had put in a phone order for a 13oz steak cooked medium, I heard very good things about their food and what I heard was spot on. The steak and baked potato were delicious and cooked to perfection. We had a few drinks and got introduced to a patron named Mike who was hanging with the owner, very nice passive guy. I also met the bartender Sherri very nice and professional. I would highly recommend this place, very comfortable, great atmosphere, good people and good food. Chip M. read more

Friendly Staff, cold beer Good selection of Bar food , nice neighborhood Bar , Package goods as well

This is the local dive bar-- where you go to drink, maybe eat something, and chat with friends you've just met or known for years. It is a working class type bar, good prices and not too fancy. It's not a place to dance or get hipster cocktails-- it's a great place if you want to shoot pool, forget your troubles and drink a few cold ones. Brass Monkey is at the corner of Jernee Mill and Bordentown,not far from Starland Ballroom. It is in a strip mall with a few other places like Mia's Pizza, Dunkin' Donuts, and a coin laundry. It's within walking distance of the east side of Winding Wood apartments. There is a liquor store in the front that is open until 10 pm. Someone once commented that all anyone does in Sayreville is sit around and drink. Well, guess what? We may only do one thing, but we do it very well. read more

I love this bar!!!! Even though the bar was packed (I guess there's some concert with a Y2K "metal" band nearby ‍‍‍) Kira was super attentive to me and my husbands orders and her cocktails were on point! I've traveled a lot and she makes a perfect English gin and tonic (minus the mint.) I cant wait till my next visit when we will have more time to enjoy selections from the menu. I hear the burgers are the best! Great job, Kira and if you get the chance please visit the Brass Monkey!!!! read more

I'll admit to writing this review after being reminded about this place from a friends review. (We're friends right?) If you are on your way to Starland Ballroom in Sayreville NJ for any sort of anything you should stop here and get a drink first. It's in the strip mall on the corner of Journey Mill Road. From the front it only looks like a liquor store, but the bar's in back. You'll pay for 2 or 3 drinks here what Starland will charge you for one, and that's plus 1 star in my books. Whaaaat I can get a couple of airplane bottles for the parking lot right before I go in? Boom. I know I will return. read more

I was pleasantly surprised by this place! Very clean and a nice relaxed crowd. Felt comfortable and at ease. The bartender was very nice and attentive but not too annoying or pushy. Which is a hard task to manage. Especially with all of the multitasking she was doing. She didn't make any mistakes and she kept track of everything. With a pretty busy crowd. Her name was Kiera (no idea the spelling). The food was pretty good. Appropriate price and came out fast. Good prices. My favorite part was how good the bathroom smelled though! Super clean and as a woman I really appreciate that (: read more

My fave friday nite place for drinks n good conversation. Love the food n the people. The bartender is a sweetheart..Nice little bar with a liquor store attached stuck on the end of another strip mall on Bordentown Ave. Wouldn't even know its there but best little kept secret. Love this place even tho haven't been there in awhile.. read more

Great food right around the corner from Starland Ballroom! Great service and value for what you order.

That funky monkey! Lol yes a great domestic draft & shot joint with cheaper than most prices. 2 pool tables. Affordable drinks. Friendly staff. A brass monkey statue tactically placed behind the bar. Non-pretentious crowd, so come as you are. Typical bar grub to satiate the tummy for more drinks. Package goods connected with a liquor store in front. I can't help but be a fan, but I am a dive aficionado. read more

Drove past this pub everyday going to and from work but never stopped in. We were told that The Brass Monkey had great burgers. They were right. I asked for mine cooked medium, and it was medium! Fries were crispy outside and soft inside. The bar pie was everything you could expect. The portions were plenty and prices were very affordable. It was clean and the bartender was friendly and attentive. A local pub with a very casual atmosphere and local vibe. read more

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When I first found this bar I wasn't expecting much since it was in a strip mall. But the is a must stop especially before any concert at Starland Ballroom since it is a 5 sec ride from there. This is a dive bar at its best, two pool tables and darts, best part is the prices. Full bar menu with nothing really over 9 dollars and the beer is cheap. They play good music and the people and staff are really chill. Anytime I am in the area for a concert, I will be pre-gaming here!!! I got three beers for 8.50, awesome deal. read more

This is the best bar for amazing fresh food and service. Especially before a concert at starland ballroom. The bartenders work so hard to serve you as they cook your meals in the middle of the bar. The pool tables are very well maintained and the crowd makes you feel like family :) read more

The Brass Monkey - Best cosmos in town - Pubs Near Me - Sayreville, New Jersey

Nice relaxed full of locals that don't mind newcomers. 2 pool tables and the bartender was quick and savvy. Glad I went

Best burger in the area!!!! Great spot spot to have a beer and eat a burger! They always offer a variety of specials but usually stick to the burger! read more

By not charging me an extra $62.65 when me and my two friends only get one beer each. After the 3 beers the balance was $11.75 and i tipped $3, $1 a beer. However, my account has 2 charges, one for $11.75 and one for $62.65. Guess that moody blonde bartender wanted to give herself a fat tip. read more

Dear Mr. Yelp, I am a white male living in America. My friend and I wanted to attend this establishment being in the home town of a beloved New Jersey icon and named after and amazing song. However contrary to other yelp reviews we are thoroughly displeased. There was culinary activists being performed in the same place where drinks were being made. Additionally, many pieces of meat (seafood and chicken) were watched being cut on the same cutting board without washing. Signed, Confused read more

We found this place by total accident but after reading the other reviews, we went in and were not disappointed! There was excellent service, on top of that, they cook the food right in front of you so you know everything is clean. Great prices, friendly, warm staff and a fun environment plus it's super close to the Starland Ballroom which makes it a great spot to start your night before a concert. Great place to go if your in the area! read more

This is a great option for anyone in the area looking for a low key place where you can grab a few drinks, play some pool or throw some darts. One woman ran the whole oppetation last night from serving drinks to making food and I never had to wait at all. I've never been more impressed by a bartender/chef. Its not that food was so amazing, though it actually was perfect bar food and the best possible version of every thing we ordered, its that she managed to make it all work by herself. The atmosphere is friendly and it wasnt overly crowded on a Saturday night. It's a dive bar, an amazing dive bar--a great place to go and have fun. read more

Perfect stopoff before a show at Starland. All my favorite qualities in a not-quite-a-dive bar: Allagash White on tap, a nice menu that included fish and veggie options (yummy pierogi!), 2 pool tables that appeared to be well kept. It's a bit far for me, but I'd come back for the vibe and to play pool. Judging by the many pool trophies that line every wall, there must be leagues that play here. Food was decent and came out quickly. 4 Allagash, 2 shots of JD Cinnamon, pierogies, clam strip platter and a 1/4 lb cheeseburger for under $50. Amazing! read more

Great place to grab a drink before heading to starland for a show. Havent tried food here, small bar with a jukebox.

I went here with a friend before seeing a show at Starland Ballroom. I wasn't that impressed but then again its a hole in the wall. We had some beers, pizza and mozz. sticks....cant really complain it was alright. read more

, it was very neat little bar on Bordentown Avenue great food good U-Box friendly service good place to go right after fishing the clams that I ordered were great nice and fresh steak sandwich was better than anything I've had in any place I'll be back read more

The Brass Monkey is a classic. One of my all time favorite places to grab drinks. Especially fun on Thursday-Saturday nights.

I liked it!! Little hole in the wall place, food was really good and the drinks were cheap!! Incredibly cheap! Minus one star because there was only one lady working the bar AND the grill. So had to wait to order more stuff. There are 2 pool tables but not enough seating in that area. Other than that it was great! read more

We were deciding where to hang before the concert at Starland Ballroom. So we tried this place and it was great. Beer was ice cold, the food was good, staff was nice and the jukebox was nice and loud. When we go out to other bars they lower the jukebox or its just not loud enough so that was a nice treat. Great place to hang before Starland events or just to hear some great music over some drinks and apps. read more

Awesome bar food. Cooked in front of you at the bar. It's a dive but when you're craving good junk food this is the place. Good burgers, pork roll and cheese, pierogi, etc. I went in there once when I was on a diet, thinking I was doomed so I had a salad with grilled chicken. It was great! Owners are very friendly read more

Stopped here before a concert at Starland based on others' reviews. Did not disappoint. Good pub food at great prices. Bartenders worked their butts off making sure everyone's glass stayed full. Because it was busy, getting a check was slow so give yourself just a bit extra time. Played good music until someone took over the jukebox but I guess that's always a personal preference. If I lived closer, would be there often! Pyrogies were really good, along with the kielbasa. Onion rings and Mac and cheese bites tasty. read more

It's a typical dark local bar. Decent beer and hear they make some good food, but have not tried.