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Monarca, Salt Lake City, UT

Monarca

4.5 (507)
$30 and under
Mexican
268 S State St Suite 110, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
We are MONARCA! Best of State 2025. A Mexican bistro, we constantly change our menu with our chef's new creations, such as Ceviches, Enchiladas, Steaks, and other specialties. Our bar specializes in Tequila and Mezcal and was awarded Best Restaurant Bar 2023 in Utah. Our mixologist is always innovating, using spices and flavors that you can hardly find anywhere else. We are MONARCA, right in the heart of Downtown Salt Lake City, a few blocks from Temple Square. Bienvenidos!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Latin, Latin American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Alfonso Brito
  • Catering
    We will cater your events from 10 to 1000 guests. We offer full-service catering, including on-site bartending.
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate your private events. We have all the options available, Please reach us so we can answer any questions you may have.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Next to Gallivan Avenue and the Marriott Hotel
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    You can use the Marriot Hotel Valet Parking; please let your server know so we can deduct from your check
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 507 people are saying

Monarca reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Utah

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Monarca offers a vibrant dining experience with "absolutely delicious" Mexican cuisine that feels like eating at home. Guests rave about the "amazing food," "creative presentations," and "exceptional service" by attentive staff like Josh. Although the atmosphere can be lively, the "wonderful flavors" and exquisite drinks make it a "must go" destination.
507 Reviews
  1. Aaron

    Tulsa1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful, staff was excellent. I enjoyed the place.

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  2. Italo

    Cancun / Riviera Maya2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great, I am from Mexico city and this place feels just like eating at home.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Utah1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely fabulous experience at Monarca. The food was incredible and so full of flavor. Our server was fantastic and we will definitely be back!

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  4. john VIP

    Jackson Hole / Wyoming67 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A friend recommended that we go to Monarca and I am so glad we heeded his advice. The food was absolutely creative, delicious, and well presented. I wish I lived here because I would go for sure on a weekly basis. We had the guacamole, chips and salsa, Elote dip and queso for our starters. Wonderful flavors and beautifully presented. Everyone in my party thoroughly enjoyed their entrées. Josh, our server, was so kind, professional, and met our every need. I can’t wait to go back. Good work Monarca team!

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  5. Paul

    Norfolk/Suffolk8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Get the Birria tacos or Quesadillas. Absolutely delicious! Joshua was our server. Professional, knowledgeable, punctual, and personable. A "must go" restaurant in SLC.

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  6. Jill

    Utah4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    We had a Sat. 6:30pm reservation for 4. Restaurant was busy, crowded, and loud (difficult to hear conversation at our own table). By 8pm there were several open tables and it was much quieter. Food portions (except for chips and salsa) were generous. Drinks were unique and tasty but a bit higher priced that expected. Ceviche and shrimp were fresh and tasty. Shrimp tacos and Suizas enchiladas also good. Shared appetizer + meal = too full for dessert. The (Spanish?) rice was the best tasting I've ever had at a restaurant. Would recommend and visit again during quieter time.

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  7. Ashley

    Utah2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this restaurant! Two of us in the party were vegan and they were super awesome to accommodate. The food and flavors are amazing!

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  8. George

    Utah2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Presentation and taste of food are extraordinary. All ingredients are fresh. Servers amazing. Host has class and style. Drinks from the bar exquisite.

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  9. Jorge

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Fast service. Little loud for my liking but everything ride made up for it especially the mole!

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  10. Evan

    Utah1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing restaurant! Must try in SLC when downtown! Great Mexican food!

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FAQs

Monarca offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (801) 214-0111.

Monarca is rated 4.5 stars by 507 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for Monarca

268 S State St Suite 110, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Next to Gallivan Avenue and the Marriott Hotel
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Latin, Latin American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    You can use the Marriot Hotel Valet Parking; please let your server know so we can deduct from your check
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alfonso Brito
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We will cater your events from 10 to 1000 guests. We offer full-service catering, including on-site bartending.
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate your private events. We have all the options available, Please reach us so we can answer any questions you may have.
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