Monty's Raw Bar
Restaurant · 2550 S Bayshore Dr, Miami, FL 33133, United States · United States
★ 4.6 on Google · 14,504 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
CleanCompleted Aug 5, 2026 · 56 reviews flagged
How this score works
The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.
- Burst
- — an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
- Low activity account
- — the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
- Duplicate text
- — the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.
Verdicts are statistical estimates based on public review patterns, not accusations. Full methodology, signal definitions and known limits →
Case conclusion
What the numbers say
1,000 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.6★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.4★
- Flagged
- 6%
- Coverage
- 7%
All reviews shown by Google
944 examined reviews
56 of 1,000
1,000 of 14,504 Google reviews
“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Aug 5, 2026.
Review brief
What reviews not flagged by Revdict say
Monty’s is a waterfront landmark in Coconut Grove offering an open-air marina atmosphere with live music, drinks, and a large seafood menu. While many reviewers report fantastic service and a relaxing vibe, others express disappointment with food quality, high prices, and automatic service charges.
+ Repeated strengths
Scenic Waterfront Location
Reviewers frequently praise the beautiful views of the marina, boats, and relaxing outdoor breeze.
1 supporting review
5★ · 2024-12-18
On top of the beautiful marina location that offers breeze and sun, the staff is wonderful! Mari served us this time and offered excellent service as usual. There was even a few new things on the menu since our last visit (tuna tartar and s...
Friendly and Attentive Service
Many guests highlight specific staff members for providing warm, professional, and prompt service.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2024-12-16
Our server Petrona provided excellent customer service. I highly recommend this place great food.
5★ · 2024-12-17
Jonathan was Amazing , friendly, kind, great energy, Truly Extraordinary❣️✨️🙏🏼✨️
Happy Hour and Drinks
Reviewers often enjoy the strong tropical cocktails, frozen drinks, and happy hour specials.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2024-12-31
Don’t miss that curly fries they are 🔥and those cocktails 🙌
5★ · 2025-03-05
Jonathan was very attentive. Happy Hour drinks are a great deal. Fish tacos were delicious and generous on the fish! We’re moving to south Florida this summer and will definitely be back. Edit: This became a regular happy hour spot for us...
5★ · 2026-07-28
Nothing beats Monty’s happy hour in Miami. Nothing.
− Repeated complaints
Automatic Service Charge
Multiple reviewers complain about an automatic 19% service fee added to checks without clear prior notice.
3 supporting reviews
3★ · 2024-12-31
Drinks were awesome! Everything else is mehhh. Our waitress was almost soulless and completely absent during our time in. Watch out for the 19% service charge, my guess is the service is always this bad and no one tips because of it so they...
3★ · 2025-06-18
They have a variety of foods to offer and, personally, the fish tacos were good. The place was a little busy when we got there but not crazy. Most of the seating was outside but covered. There is an automatic 19% service charge on all fo...
5★ · 2025-09-17
Been going there since I was a little kid.Still a great place
Inconsistent Food Quality
Several guests report that certain seafood dishes, appetizers, or sandwiches taste basic, overcooked, or disappointing for the price.
3 supporting reviews
2★ · 2025-01-17
It has been 4 years since I have been to Monty’s (moved to another state and just moved back).. it was a place I loved to frequent but their menu changed and quality of food went down. I used to love their crab cakes ! Now they serve crab c...
2★ · 2025-04-06
Had the NY strip semi tough absolutely no flavor. Shame I wasted $32 shrimp over done, chicken strips on salad dried out. First and last time.
2★ · 2026-05-24
Monty’s is all vibes and little substance. As locals, we’ve come here often over the years, but the food quality has seriously diminished over the years. Anything fried (pub grub) is usually fine, but anything real that requires effort, sea...
Loud Noise Levels
Reviewers note that the music from DJs or bands can be excessively loud, making normal conversation difficult.
2 supporting reviews
3★ · 2025-02-02
This is a 3 star spot at best, food is mid & it’s insanely loud
4★ · 2026-02-08
The whole snapper has the perfect blend of spice. I highly recommend it.
Good for
- Casual drinks and happy hour by the water
- Large groups and family get-togethers
- Enjoying views of the marina and boats
Avoid if
- You are sensitive to loud music or a party-heavy atmosphere
- You prefer quiet dining without mandatory service fees
- You expect fine-dining quality food relative to the prices
Review anatomy
Reviews per month
| Month | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| Dec ’24 | 76 | 12 |
| Jan ’25 | 96 | 10 |
| Feb ’25 | 69 | 5 |
| Mar ’25 | 68 | 4 |
| Apr ’25 | 65 | 4 |
| May ’25 | 58 | 3 |
| Jun ’25 | 57 | 1 |
| Jul ’25 | 38 | 1 |
| Aug ’25 | 44 | 3 |
| Sep ’25 | 33 | 1 |
| Oct ’25 | 31 | 0 |
| Nov ’25 | 40 | 0 |
| Dec ’25 | 48 | 0 |
| Jan ’26 | 26 | 2 |
| Feb ’26 | 46 | 1 |
| Mar ’26 | 42 | 1 |
| Apr ’26 | 42 | 4 |
| May ’26 | 46 | 3 |
| Jun ’26 | 46 | 0 |
| Jul ’26 | 24 | 1 |
| Aug ’26 | 5 | 0 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- low activity account 55 reviews flagged weight 0.8
- generic account 1 reviews flagged weight 1
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 56 flagged reviews.
Juan
732 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2026-03-28
Monty’s in Coconut Grove is the perfect Miami waterfront spot—great vibes, amazing views, and consistently good food. Whether you’re grabbing drinks by the marina or sitting down for seafood, everything feels laid-back but still lively. The drinks are strong, the food is fresh (especially the seafoo...
Haley Scott
2 reviews
★★★★★
2024-12-15
Clyrdyaralove Olivier
1 review
★★★★★
2024-12-15
The food was good but the lobster soup need salt and pepper in there .my server was great very nice I was with my husband and daughter .this beautiful island girl well spoken very nice it's look she was in pain but her service was excellent that did not stop sterlin from coming to the table...
Alexander Jost
2 reviews
★★★★★
2024-12-15
Great place, great food and awesome service (Thank you Petrona)!
zey zey
2 reviews
★★★★★
2024-12-19
Shadow Dicette
1 review
★★★★★
2024-12-21
My server sterlin was awesome Everything was good service was excellent .
Psv Lee
1 review
★★★★★
2024-12-22
Geronimo was an awesome server. Very attentive and polite. Came for my brother in laws birthday and the vibe was great. Great music and great environment. Highly recommended.
BRKT WZRD
1 review
★★★★★
2024-12-22
Alejandro the freaking goat
Jo Spalburg
2 reviews
★★★★★
2024-12-28
Hreat place for drinks. Always good anbience and excellent service from Geronimo! Happy hour with special prices recommended, but not any 2 for 1 :-(
A M
1 review
★☆☆☆☆
2025-01-05
Seating is self-serve and a server is supposed to come to your table. However, after sitting down, we waited for 10 minutes without receiving a menu and had to flag down a passing server. Even after asking, another 10 minutes went by without receiving a menu or any follow-up, so we decided to leav...
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