Montana

This used to be my favorite bar in Seattle but my recent experience has hindered me from ever wanting to go back.I lived in cap hill from 2010-2017 and I used to frequent this bar often. Loved their cocktails on draft and pickle backs, bartenders were chill, and the crowd was always fun and laidback. However, I tried to go with a group last night (a Friday night) and the bouncer refused to let me in. The kicker is I was sober! There's been many times in the past when I came here more drunk than I was last night. Hell, I've lost my phone here 2 times in the past and every time I went back, someone handed it in to the bartender and I was able to get it back with ease and without judgement. But this recent time, the bouncer straight up said "I'm not letting you in" without looking at my ID. My whole group was let in except for me. The group I was with was all white men. I was the only non-white nonbinary person in the group. I can't help but assume the bouncer was just straight up racist.The experience was disheartening and I felt belittled. I was really looking forward to visiting my old haunts but now my excellent experiences at Montana are a thing of the past.

A Capitol Hill staple. I love you Montana for being the never changing grimey bar with kickass drinks on tap. Never ever change. So glad to see that Montana is surviving the pandemic and built out a larger front patio area for people to enjoy. Would be even better if they put some outdoor heaters but perhaps they're banking on patrons to continue to imbibe to keep warm. Nevertheless - nothing to complain; do get their cocktails on draft and do absolutely get pickle backs (and if you hate pickles - you just may be a monster).

Dude checking IDs at the door was on a weird power trip and refused to let me in before even checking my ID. Maybe if he took off the sunglasses he would've actually been able to take a look at my driver's license since it was dark outside. Side note: Not too sure why anyone would be in such a bad mood after a Mariners win, must not be from Seattle ‍

Yes. Yes. Yes. I love dive bars and this one has the Seattle feel to it. They have good drinks, good sitting and good music. Best part it's open till midnight.

My husband and I were with a group of friends at Montana last night. We were having a lovely time but my husband stepped outside for a minute to field a phone call. When he tried to come back in the bouncer (an older white man) literally said f&@$ you to his face 4 or 5 times. Needless to say we all left and will not be coming back. Too bad, love that spot and the servers but not while that prick is working the door.

Cocktails are fairly pricey given the dive-y nature of the bar, but they did taste great!

Say what!Been coming here a while. Dive bars are a whole new world to me and I just started coming/going to them recently. This maybe the diviest! But I love it! The neons! The drawings on the tables! And ginger beer on tap! Aka the Moscow mules on tap!! They said it all started here in Montana! You can buy a growler of Rachel's ginger beer here cheaper than at Rachel's ginger beer!But! The best thing I was introduced to: the picks backs! I know late to the game af! But! Who knew pickle juice with whiskey shots are a thing! I don't do any colored liquor but I do pickle backs here! Mainly for the spicy pickle juice! Summer here are crazy busy! Their outdoor patio is tiny but get crammed! Tuesday's here are my favorite! Pickle backs before karaoke across for street: it's a must! And all you need is 2 shots!!

Great dive bar. A local favorite people have frequented for years. So glad to see it survived the Pandemic!Great service. Many drink options. Relaxing seating and space

IDK what kind of ego trip the bartenders are on. They lack serious customer service and act holier than thou. Drinks are mid and the bar is kinda dirty. I asked for a drink that isn't that complicated and the bartender rolled their eyes like I was inconveniencing THEM. It wasn't busy, and I was the only person in line. Don't work in food/drink service if you're gonna be rude. Life is too short; LIGHTEN UP!

Title: A Disastrous Birthday Celebration Ruined by Montana Bar's False AccusationsRating: Let me start by saying that my recent experience at the Montana Bar was an absolute nightmare. Not only did they manage to ruin what should have been a joyous celebration for my sister's birthday, but they also displayed a shocking level of incompetence and negligence that left a lasting negative impression on everyone involved.The evening began with high hopes and excitement, as we gathered at the Montana Bar to commemorate my sister's special day. Little did we know that our happiness would be swiftly replaced by frustration and anger thanks to the bar's mishandling of the situation. From the moment we stepped foot inside, it was clear that something was amiss.Shortly after we arrived, a member of the bar's staff approached us with baseless allegations that my sister was intoxicated. To say that this accusation was completely unfounded would be an understatement. My sister had only consumed a single drink at that point, and her behavior was nothing short of normal for someone celebrating a birthday.Rather than treating us with respect and giving us the benefit of the doubt, the staff at the Montana Bar proceeded to treat my sister like a criminal. They were confrontational and dismissive, refusing to listen to our side of the story. Their unfounded accusations tarnished not only my sister's reputation but also the atmosphere of the entire celebration.As the situation escalated, it became apparent that the staff members lacked any semblance of professionalism or proper training. Their inability to handle the situation in a calm and fair manner was truly appalling. They failed to provide any evidence to support their claims, relying solely on their misguided judgment. This lack of evidence, combined with their belligerent attitude, left us feeling victimized and humiliated.To make matters worse, the Montana Bar refused to rectify their mistake even after realizing their error. They showed a complete disregard for customer satisfaction and failed to take responsibility for their false accusations. It was clear that they were more concerned with maintaining their own reputation than with providing a pleasant experience for their patrons.The aftermath of this incident has left a bitter taste in our mouths, and we will never be able to look back on my sister's birthday celebration without remembering the disgraceful treatment we endured at the Montana Bar. I implore anyone considering patronizing this establishment to think twice. Their unprofessionalism, baseless accusations, and refusal to rectify their mistakes make them unworthy of your time and money.In conclusion, the Montana Bar's mishandling of my sister's alleged intoxication on her birthday turned what should have been a memorable celebration into a distressing and disheartening experience. Their incompetence, lack of professionalism, and refusal to acknowledge their mistake were truly unforgivable. I strongly advise others to avoid this establishment at all costs if they value respect, fairness, and genuine hospitality.