Montpelier Restaurant and Bar

Thought I’d support a local restaurant instead of a chain, and boy what a mistake. They asked if I wanted bar or table. I like bar, so I picked that. As soon as I got my beer, they started the dishwasher! I was going to order a steak, but not if I smell the dishwasher throughout the meal. But not to worry, without a word, the bartender took my menu away without ever taking my order! And then turns on the charm when it comes to a tip. Ugh! Stay away!

Staying at Hotel Madison for the week. Was excited about the breakfast only to be charged $17 for a sub quality continental breakfast. Cold eggs, cold potatoes nasty oatmeal. No thanks. Can't return for breakfast. People were nice, so that's cool, but bad food.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 5

I write few reviews and only positive ones - until now. I was part of a large party and kudos for honoring our 545pm reservation. I am a JMU parent who years ago worked many restaurant jobs so it really hard to not get a great tip from me. But PLEASE look at the attached photo of my “Brisket” meal - a few foul pieces of gristle. The manager offered to take it off the tab (fine) and offered me hummus as this could be brought out quickly (as we told our waiter - nice kid, clearly learning and trying - we needed to leave by 730pm for a show). Sadly the hummus was itself super poor quality. I appreciate “things happen” and appreciate the added stress of a busy parent weekend but can only conclude after our visit - DO NOT eat there as it just is no where near value of the $50 per person paid. And after telling us repeatedly our group tab would be discounted, at the end of the day we received $3 off of a $500 tab! Terrible!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 2

Not worth the $50 per person spent. Parents weekend and Montys was great for holding a reservation for 10 of us at 5:45pm. It wasnt all that busy and it was a limited menu but you would have thought it was their first day open. Drinks took 20 min to arrive, food took about an hour. Manager apologized and said he would comp part of the meal. Pimento cheese appetizer was good, but steak was terrible, fish was fine and brisket was an absolute joke. If we didnt have to rush out to catch a show I would have stayed to say something. Final cost $500. What was comped - 10% on the appetizers which amounted to a whopping $3. Manager needs to do better.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 1

Stayed 2 nights got their breakfast and dinner, everything was great. Breakfast had good options and was buffet style for a decent price. Dinner was top notch, great service, friendly staff, quiet relaxed atmosphere. After a long day working and traveling this was a great spot to stop by. If you’re staying here do yourself a favor and step down for the food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ok, this is the restaurant inside hotel Madison.
For me, the prices are average. Portions are small. Service is clunky, it seems like a lot of college students who are learning. None of the food was great, but none was terrible. It’s a solid option if staying at the hotel. I think they could make this a lot better with a few adjustments. We ate the breakfast bar 2x. The eggs are really good, the meat was either over cooked or undercooked. Biscuits and gravy were good when fresh, but not not always fresh.

They need salt and pepper at all tables, ice available for the drinks, pastries and baked goods all seemed to have been sitting in plastic for a while. Again, just some feedback to hopefully make it better!

They really need to figure out some better situational set up for game day. It could have been A LOT better. It was difficult to order a drink in the lobby because the amount of people eating at the bar, when there is an empty restaurant next door.

Game day should really have a post game buffet in there. It would be a huge hit.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 3

I find myself in Monty's regularly as a nightcap when dropping visiting friends off at the hotel. The drinks are fine and the atmosphere is okay. The staff are all pleasant to interact with.

Unfortunately, they have have easily the worst food I've had in Harrisonburg... And I have eaten at most restaurants in the area. I've had their food no less than seven times and every time it is more disappointing than the last. I keep going back for the drinks and expecting (hoping) the food will improve, but am consistently disappointed.

For what it's worth, I'll probably continue to get the occasional drink there.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 4

A hidden gem in a college town! We stopped in because we arrived late at the hotel and needed dinner. We had a party with one person with many food allergies and one who eats gluten free, and two teenagers. Monty’s accommodated all of us, and gave us delicious food, even though it was almost time to close! My son said the burger was probably the best he’s ever eaten. Logan the manager told us it’s hand ground from local beef using 4 cuts. The food was so good we went back the next night, even though there is a town full of options. Logan welcomed us warmly and remembered our family, including our allergies and food requirements. Alfonso our waiter was so attentive. We never had an empty glass and he made sure everything was done to our liking. The highlights of the meals were definitely the burger, the salmon and the strip steak, and a really good veggie burger (lots of gluten free options as well), to go with the excellent service from Logan, Alfonso and Julia. I will definitely come back when visiting the area!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Server was not trained. I asked about the filet and she replied “that’s steak right?” Her appearance was not what you would expect at a pricey restaurant. Food was expensive and just mediocre.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 3

Husband and daughter enjoyed their food. However, I got a veggie burger with a gluten free bun. The bottom of the gluten free bun was rock hard, couldn’t bite into it and would not break when knocked on the the table. They would not give me a complete refund but did give me 35% back. Service was fantastic!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

I thought the burger was quite good; really liked the beef blend of the patty. Maybe a tad too expensive (although who could say, I don't know how much it costs for them to buy ingredients. I just know everything tastes good.), but if you're staying in the hotel already, it's hard to beat the convenience and quality of Monty's.

Bar tender was a top lad and made me feel like a professional. Would be happy to return.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Absolutely fantastic food and service. The salmon, meatloaf, and soups were superb (as were the drinks). We are so excited to have this in our community - we need it!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Very comfortable atmosphere that feels casual enough to be cozy but high end enough to be nice. Food is delicious, comfortable and familiar but with spins in them to make them feel more “bougie” and worth the money. Absolutely delicious meat loaf and grilled cheese. You’ll be surprised! Wonderful wines as well.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great steak burgers and the risotto cakes were very tasty!... excellent service and beautiful atmosphere 😁

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food was really good, staff were kind and accommodating, they were happy to remake a drink for us and were happy to explain things on the menu for us. Also the dining area was clean and pretty quiet, we'll definitely be coming back.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5