Wow me dejó sin palabras este lugar ... El servicio y amabilidad fue excelente. Sus bebidas fueron mis favoritas y la tlayuda ... uff ‍ Recomiendo este lugar y iré nuevamente. La comida no tardo ni 20 minutos y tampoco para conseguir una mesa . read more

Unfortunately, such a miss. I've been looking forward to going here for quite a while and based on what you see online, you'd assume the aesthetic and vibe is consistent throughout the restaurant but that is not the case. We had a reservation and were taken through the beautiful and lively downstairs area. The second we got upstairs, all I could think was: Womp womp womp. The upstairs is completely a downgrade from the downstairs. Our table had cut marks and drink stains all over it. You could tell the upstairs area was such an afterthought seeing the contrast of the beautiful cocktails on such an unkept table. The server was wonderful, but the hostess said they couldn't move our table to the downstairs area when we asked. My advice: don't seat people with a reservation in the upstairs area until the atmosphere and aesthetic makes it worth our while. Seeing people who clearly put time and effort into their outfits, wearing heels and dresses, etc. being sat in an area that was absolutely not up to the same standard was beyond disappointing. read more

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From Celebration to Confrontation. This review is based entirely on our experience with service and management, not the food or ambiance. I made a 6:00 p.m. reservation several weeks in advance to celebrate a friend's birthday after walking past Cantina Monarca multiple times (I also work in the same building). We arrived on time and were promptly seated upstairs. It took about 15 minutes for our server to come by, which was understandable given that several tables had just been seated. We ordered two cocktails along with chips, salsa, and guacamole. The server repeatedly assured us there was no rush to order and encouraged us to take our time and start with appetizers. About an hour later, he returned and took our order for corn esquites and two tacos (El Rey and Wagyu Chingón). The corn arrived almost immediately, and we continued grazing on chips while waiting for the tacos. By 7:45 p.m., nearly two hours after being seated, we still had not received our tacos. At that point, the server and the host/manager on duty, Logan, approached our table to inform us that a large party was arriving and that we needed to move downstairs to the bar. Having worked in the service industry myself, I understand that table shuffling can occasionally happen, so we asked whether we could move to another upstairs table instead. We were told that table was reserved. Logan then returned and bluntly stated, "There's a standing two‑hour limit on reservations." After a moment of disbelief, I asked, "So you want us to leave without getting our food?" He responded, "You can still eat it at the bar." At this point, 7:58p, we still had not received the tacos we ordered almost an hour earlier, and we were being asked to immediately vacate our reserved table with no prior warning, no explanation for the delay, and no apology. We chose to leave. The server dropped off the mobile POS device and never returned. To make matters worse, we were charged for the tacos we never received. I travel frequently and dine at all levels, from neighborhood spots to Michelin‑starred restaurants, and I can honestly say I have never experienced such a hostile, dismissive, and poorly handled interaction. What began as a birthday celebration ended as a deeply disappointing experience that left a very bitter impression. FWIW, Cantina Monarca did follow up promptly today twice and issued a full refund along with the following message which was appreciated: 'Thank you for taking the time and also thank you for the feedback. And the whole team from the mezzanine feel horrible for the experience. I can assure you that this did not go unnoticed and we all learn from this experience. I want to truly apologize for the miscommunication and I really hope that we are able to host you again to deliver the experience we always aim to provide. Once again, my most sincere apologies and thank you for taking the time to connect.' While I recognized and valued their effort to address the situation afterward, the experience itself was disappointing, and unfortunately those effects linger once the evening has passed. read more

My friend and I had this restaurant on our bucket list so we decided to check them out on a double date. It was okay, not quite our expectations. For food, we ordered 3 tacos each as recommended by the waiter. It was enough and delicious. The group's favorite was the sea bass. I personally favored the el rey just because i didnt order the sea bass. For drinks, we all thought they were just ok. Not enough alcohol, but to add a shot costed $20. My husband did like the melon beso though and thought that was the best out of the 3 he tried. My friend and her husband liked the smoke & spice. I personally didnt like any of the drinks. We understand some drinks are supposed to be sweet but it should not taste overly sweet to the point ya gotta pucker each sip. We also thought it was bizarre that you cant switch out the tequila in the drinks because they are premade yet there is a full list of types of tequila, which apparently is only for the $20 shots of tequila. One of us seemed to be prioritized on getting their drinks at a reasonable time. The rest of us had to wait a bit for ours. We made a reservation days prior and were able to get a table for the time frame we wanted. We sat upstairs, which felt crammed. There is an area upstairs in the back where it feels much more open, but the aisle area we were in was not comfortable for us. Others around us seemed to have struggled to navigate around here as well. Downstairs looks and feels more roomy. The upstairs was also not picturesque compared to downstairs. If you are making a reservation, i would see if you can get a seat downstairs. Our first waitress was rude after we were taking a while to order. Although they didnt kick us out because we spent until closing time here, the waitress eventually switched with a waiter who we thought was much nicer. read more

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If you're going for the ambiance - this is your place. The whole interior is a vibe. Food is good, drinks are good. Wish they had a better food menu. Service is great. read more

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I had such an amazing first experience here! The staff were so friendly! Stephanie the hostess went above and beyond while my party was running a bit behind, she chatted with me recommending an insta friendly drink for my friend who was celebrating her birthday! Arturo was my bartender/server who was working hard keeping up with the service went above and beyond. His customer service was excellent, from the garnish on the perfectly balanced drinks to the plating of the deliciously hot and tasty entrees, I cannot recommend this place enough! I appreciate Pedro suggesting his favorites as well, he was so friendly. Overall 10/10 I highly recommend! And try the goat cheese guac, it's delicious! read more

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Nut allergy friendly: Only one dessert has nuts according to our waitress. Bonus allergen info: Big plus for being mostly gluten-free here. TL;DR: Reservation definitely recommended. People eating here may be out of my tax bracket. The food is good, and the service is great as long as you're still ordering. Would go back if not for the price. We got here around 5:15 and they could not seat a table of six. Ended up waiting for someone for a while and actually got seated around 5:30 out of luck. The atmosphere is very upscale, with a nice view of the Bellevue Christmas lights (if they're still up). Menu prices are...absurdly high. I had an El Rey Taco (4/5). The taco itself was quite good, but for $12 for something I ate in 2-3 bites, I can't justify going back. If anything, what I paid for was this hilarious photo of a gold hairclip holding together a taco, which I will happily take back and show to people in Texas while eating $1 tacos that are twice the size. My table got several other tacos and said they were quite good, highlighting the chicken tacos as very good. We ordered the Chips & Salsa (2/5) which came with a comedically low amount of salsa, which we increased to a Trio (4/5) which I would say came with a more reasonable amount of chips and salsa, but definitely not an excessive amount and there were no refills on chips. The orange sauce was my favorite. The staff were polite and good with water refills up until we declined dessert, after which we were mostly only checked up on to pour the last of water pitchers and give us a side eye to leave. Lastly, the waitress said she would validate my parking in the nearby garage (very easy to park and go up the elevator) but when I was trying to leave, they said that the validation was invalid. So whatever they did, didn't work. I had to show my receipt at the restaurant to get out without paying, which was incredibly annoying. read more

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We celebrated a birthday. Took online reservation in advance and checkin was pretty seamless. Table was set up with birthday sign and they offer free desert ( ice cream with 3 scoops ) - trust me the ice cream is so so delicious I'm vegetarian, so options are limited but food is delicious. Helping is on smaller side. Tables don't have much wiggle room to move around; it a very tight place. Server was warm and nice. Parking: They validate the parking read more

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Overall very nice atmosphere but definitely more on the expensive side. The tacos were solid and definitely worth getting the side of rice and beans. The queso was just coagulated cheese rather than melted. The drinks were cute and the atmosphere was stunning. The tables on the side were kind of small for 3 people so 2 is ideal. The service was good for how busy it was and very friendly. And parking is validated! read more

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Food is still impressive, they now allow kids during week days, and service is good, though they rush you a bit. I have been taking my friends and family and everyone is impressed by the amazing taco (especially wagyu and pork belly). Margaritas are good too but a bit pricey. Ambience is cool, makes you feel like you are in Mexico read more

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Top tier! I don't fre frequent Bellevue a lot, but this place was awesome. The decor was amazing. It felt like we were in downtown Tulum. The food was also amazing. I think the fish taco was one of my favorites. The taquito as well was very crunchy and flavorful with that green sauce. Definitely it must try appetizer. The pizza looking thing and the chicken bowl were also a favorite, but I didn't try them myself. We tried all the desserts besides the rice pudding and I think the chocolate cake was amazing with the raspberry or pink sorbet. Top-tier will be back. The service was also phenomenal, phenomenal very informative and quick. read more

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its a beautiful place but just not good for a date. Its to loud the seating is horrible. The food is mediocre. The drinks are great the service is nice. Way overpriced for what you get. Just go for drinks and eat somwhere else read more

My friend and I came in on a random Sunday afternoon and it was pretty empty! We were greeted and sat immediately. The interior is very aesthetic that feels tropical and woodsy and warm. As we weren't super hungry, we each ordered a taco. I had the lengua taco and a lychee margarita. The lengua was melt in your mouth tender and so flavorful. I liked the toppings as well. The tortillas didn't hold up very well though, and broke apart pretty quickly. The margarita was delicious, no notes. Tbh so many of their drinks sound so good Overall, this was a pretty good experience. It is definitely upscale, so a lot more expensive than your average truck taco. I do like the extra fun ingredients and their expansive drink menu, so that's a plus, but not quite good enough to be a regular spot for me. Definitely worth a try though! read more

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I've been excited to try Monarca for a while but was sadly disappointed with the overall experience... to start, the average cocktails were over $20, which is high even for Bellevue standards and were just OK. We got chips & a tiny cup of salsa. The server asked "would you like some more chips?" and were then charged extra for both chips and salsa when we said yes! At this point we just ordered a couple tacos - these were the highlight but the whole meal was over $100 and we had to supplement from home :( read more

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My friend and I came in from out of town and decided to try this spot, and it did not disappoint. ALL the staff were extremely nice and inviting. The decorations and design definitely make it stand out. Our server Kendal was phenomenal and gave us good recommendations. She was super fun and easy to talk to. She recommended the Wagyu Tacos and the Hamachi Ceviche that I was eyeing, which was definitely worth it. Hands down best ceviche I've ever had. We were very glad to make this spot our last stop before heading home. We couldn't have asked for anyone better than Kendal to serve us before heading back home!! read more

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Went to Cantina Monarca last night to celebrate my birthday and had an amazing experience. From the second we got seated, Pedro took such good care of us. We ordered the lychee margarita and melon margarita, both were so good and refreshing. We tried the queso fundido for the first time and was pleasantly surprised at how good it was, and was even able to get a good cheese pull! The star of the night definitely had to be the wagyu and pastor tacos! Two tacos was enough to fill us up but definitely could've scarfed down two more with how good they were! Pedro even surprised me with complimentary ice cream for my birthday which was a sweet gesture! Can't wait to come back! read more

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Definitely on the pricier side but this is a great spot for fancier occasions or to treat people visiting from out of town! I visited for dinner before and had a great time, so decided to stop by for lunch this time. The lunch menu is more affordable; you can select 2 items from the menu for $17. I chose 2 tacos but there's also a salad option as well as quesadillas, tostadas, and etc. I thoroughly enjoyed my tacos, especially the sakura pork belly taco. My party all ordered different things so I tried some of the salad as well, which was solid. I didn't think the quesadilla was as good as the taco options, but it wasn't bad, just didn't stand out. We also ordered the chips, guac, and salsa combo, which was a good starter. I wish there was more guac though, for the price. I love the margaritas here, they taste so fresh and are decorated with a lot of flair. Look at how beautiful they are! I highly recommend grabbing a drink here. Service was great and the elevated beach club ambience is stunning. Great place to snap pics and have an aesthetically pleasing meal that tastes good too. I'd come back for the tacos and drinks! read more

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A cute little cantina located inside the mall... You'll definitely need a reservation if you're coming here it's pretty busy on weekends. Ambiance: is very cute for a date or to hang out with friends. Very vibey for Instagram pictures if you're into that too! Service: We arrived on time for our reservation, yet still had to wait. Waiters not as attentive as they could be.. Food: We mostly ordered drinks. Chips and guac are pretty pricey here, as well as food but i enjoyed my taco. Tacos are about $10/piece. Recommend coming here for convenience if you're going out to dinner, followed by hitting the clubs in the mall here! read more

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Ambiance - this spot is very pretty inside. Feels like Tulum Service - the team here is super friendly, and attentive! Food - queso has some serious cheese pull it's not like a typical creamy queso sauce. It comes with soft tortillas and easy turned into a quesadilla Carne asada - cooked medium well, was very delicious but pricey I thought ($69 I think) and only came with tortillas. For that price they should include rice and beans at the very least Corn side was delicious, the rice side is fluffy and had good flavor. Drinks - margarita flight $26 great way to try a few. My favorite was the pina marg read more

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Came in for a family birthday late lunch and it was empty! They left a birthday card on the table which we appreciated! The decorations are gorgeous and they opened the huge windows about half way through and it honestly was 10/10 vibes. We started off with the queso fundido and corn esquites and really enjoyed both! They both were packed with flavor and perfectly warm when they came out. I do wish the cheese stayed warm a bit longer though, it harden after about 5 minutes but otherwise really enjoyed! For drinks we tried the Cabo azul (4/5), spicy pepino (4/5), and the el pasion (5/5). They were all yummy but the el pasion really stood out to me. The flavor was so fresh and not overwhelming with the taste of alcohol. Would come back again purely for this! We loved the display of the Cabo azul! For food we got the seabass (4.5/5! The piece of fish was almost too big for the tortilla! It was perfectly crispy, the apple slaw and chipotle aioli were yummy and fresh, and it was super flavorful!), the pastor (5/5! Everyone loved it!), the chayote (4.5/5), and the pork belly (3.5/5). Everyone very much enjoyed their tacos and agreed they were flavorful, despite what many of the reviews say. Thanks to the birthday, they brought out 2 desserts for us - the helado (I can't remember the flavors now, one was fruity I believe? All delicious though!) and the Bosque magico! They told us that the Bosque magico was supposed to look like a little scene with the almond crumble as dirt, cilantro sponge cake as moss, with chavre (goat cheese-ish) and berry puree under, and a poached apple on top with huckleberry ice cream. They add "fog" to the plate too! I wasn't a huge fan of the chavre on the bottom and the almond crumble didn't have much flavor but it was such a fun dessert and my sister enjoyed the chavre! On the helado bowl, they had the ice cream on top of a bed of pumpkin seeds that were so delicious! I could've eaten those by themselves. I would definitely come again just for the tacos and drinks! Now that I know the food is good, I am more willing to try the more expensive dishes next time! read more

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This restaurant is a cool social place, for its fun ambient and photo settings. In terms of food it is pretty good, perhaps 8/10. The watermelon salad is good but there's more cheese than it really needs, and it looks like the watermelon was cut a few days ago since it didn't have the "crunch" to it. We also ordered a steak taco and was pretty good except it only comes as one (pretty high price for one, if you ask me). The tuna appetizer was great. And the drinks are strong, we prefer the Pina cola the most. Overall good experience read more

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Cozy space with a lot of creative dishes and drinks. My cocktail came with a lime Jell-O shot on the side, like the chic, well-traveled cousin of my college Tuesday nights. The waitress tried to encourage us to have three tacos, but after sharing some of the appetizers, I can tell you that you two are MORE than enough. Don't pass up the guacamole or the street corn! Also the fish taco and the chicken, yes - chicken, al pastor are a must. read more

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My friend and I came here from Reno, Nevada to visit Seattle for the first time. The staff here was extremely nice and very helpful but one stood out to me the most, and her name is Kendal. Kendal was so accommodating, lively, kind, and was super efficient with her service. Her recommendations were amazing as someone who hasn't tried some of the things on the menu before and her hospitality was even better. If I could come back to this place again, I would request Kendal 100%. Thank you for making my birthday so amazing! read more

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I hosted my friend's birthday dinner here last weekend and I can't say enough good things. The food, cocktails, service, ambiance, and vibes were all a 10/10. It's challenging for everyone in a large group to have an incredible dining experience, but we were all blown away. read more

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Cantina Monarca in Bellevue Downtown has great ambience, very quick service and great Mexican food. If you're looking for a place in Bellevue for some great vibe then you've got to check this place. Got some salsa Trio cause I love trying varieties of salsas. And boy, I absolutely loved it. Highly recommend it if you're into salsas. Next up I tried the chayote taco and it was delicious. So delicious and flavorful. Since it was my birthday, they were kind enough to even offer ice cream, on the house with a tiny candle on it. The ice cream and Gelato were delicious and flavorful. Can't wait to be back for more! read more

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This restaurant is located in the Lincoln Square building, conveniently connected to a parking garage. We came around 6:30 pm and, had a brief 10-minute wait. The space itself is fairly small and bustling. The bottom floor was packed, with lively music. Fortunately, we were seated upstairs, where the ambiance was quieter and more private. We ordered a variety of dishes, starting with two appetizers: Chicken Tinga Tostaditas ($21) and guacamole, salsa & chips ($18). For tacos, we tried the Baja Sea Bass, Quesabirria, Wagyu Chingón, and Enchiladas de Pescado Ahumado. The tacos were decent in size, but at $11-$13 each, they felt a bit overpriced for what you get. That said, I particularly enjoyed the Baja Sea Bass taco--featuring a battered fried fish, apple coleslaw, and chipotle aioli. I also tried the Lychee Margarita ($20), which was somewhat underwhelming; I had hoped for a stronger lychee flavor. As for the Enchiladas de Pescado Ahumado ($31), they tasted a bit too fishy for my liking, and I found myself relying on extra guacamole and salsa to balance the flavor. Overall, it was an enjoyable dining experience, though some dishes stood out more than others. read more

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Came here for our wedding anniversary, and Cantina Monarca understood the assignment! We were seated at a small two top by the window, with fabulous lighting at sunset, and a direct view of the gorgeous restaurant. They even included a lovely Happy Anniversary card at the table for us, and treated us to a sampler of their ice creams. We started with a couple of fun non-alcoholic drinks, and enjoyed our housemade horchata and lychee tamarindo tonic drinks. Dinner consisted of the tlayuda with chorizo, and two el rey and al pastor tacos. We also shared a salsa trio, which came with a couple of warm chip refills. This was a beautiful and vibrant dining experience and I look forward to returning with more friends! Space can be a little squeezy, and the bench seats are a little awkward, but as long as you make reservations, all will be well. Buen Provecho! read more

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The first several times I came to cantina monarca, I was wowed: I loved their black beans, the ambiance and decor, the ceviche, and their pina nina (plus the concept of margarita flights). Service is sometimes amazing and sometimes disappointing, depending on who you get. But the last time I went, I noticed how the meat quality wasn't there anymore, and for the high prices I would expect very high quality meat. In general, the quality is too low relative to the prices. If the meat and service quality improved to match the price, I would definitely be back. read more

We recently spent three nights in Bellevue and found ourselves at Cantina Monarca every single night -- it's that good. We didn't have reservations but since we walked in so late at night, we were able to find a seat at the bar pretty easily. On the first night, Felix gave us a run through of the menu but he was such a fun vibe throughout that night that we ended up sitting at his section every time we visited! Drinks we loved - Bebesota: The presentation and flavor of this was amazing! Fruity with a dash of cinnamon. - Melon beso: super refreshing melon drink with hints of basil. I would love this on a hot sunny day out! - Cocoasis: also amazing presentation! The drink itself is like a creamy coconut and kind of reminiscent of a piña colada. They also had quite a bit of tequilas and Mexican whiskey we haven't seen before so we were able to try a bit of those as well! Food we enjoyed - Tulum guac: this is definitely the one to get! We got this twice in a row. The pico on top comes with pineapple which gives this a good twist and the cheese add on was great too. - Lengua tacos: the lengua was super tender and nicely seasoned. - Asada prime taco: Nicely done and it hit the spot but the lengua was still the better choice. Between the outstanding drinks, fantastic food, and the genuinely fun atmosphere (special thanks to Felix for being such a big part of that and to Logan and Jorge as well!), Cantina Monarca quickly became one of the highlights of our trip. We can't wait to come back next time we're in town! read more

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Came here for a special occasion dinner and was left disappointed. I had heard a lot about the place being great for celebrations but the service was mediocre and the food was short of being memorable. Plus, we were seated upstairs which lacked the beautiful decor of the main floor. We ordered a variety of dishes: tacos, huevos rancheros, enchiladas, salads, and appetizers. They were good but didn't stand out from other places. I was looking forward to the tacos but didn't think they were as special as the price would suggest. read more

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We walked in without a reservation and got seated right away, which was a lovely surprise. We were seated upstairs--such a cute space, though I can see it feeling a bit tight if every table was full since they're placed pretty close together. Our server was sweet and attentive, and everything came out quickly--drinks, appetizers, and food. I really wanted to love the tacos, but they didn't quite live up to what I was hoping for. I was expecting more authentic flavors, so that was a little disappointing. But here's the big win: everything on the menu is gluten-free! That alone makes it a gem for people like me who have to be careful. The staff was genuinely kind, and the virgin drinks were actually amazing--super refreshing and fun. I'd definitely come back for drinks or a light bite if I'm in the plaza again. read more

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The vibe of the restaurant was amazing. We had gotten a reservation a week in advance, but apparently if you don't call them a couple days ahead of time and specify you want a table downstairs they stick you upstairs and it's definitely not as pretty upstairs the way it's downstairs. Being a vegetarian there weren't a lot of options for me maybe one or two dishes, but they were able to make some of the dishes that had meat with meat on the side so that my friends could still have it. The margarita flight looked so cute and tasted almost like juice. We were doing a girls night so we split the appetizers. The portions were kind of small and the taste was decent but for the price I would expect a bit more but we knew it was an expensive place. Something to keep in mind is that one taco was $11-$13 minimum, we all assumed we'd get at least two tacos for each dish. read more

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Yeah, this is a no. Unless you are looking for VIBES and over priced "Mexican food." The staff was friendly and the atmosphere was great. Again, the vibes were vibing. The food however, was okay. I appreciated the modern twist on it but some most of it was a miss aside from the margarita flight. THAT I do recommend. Especially the cucumber agua Fresca. That was great! Let's get into the food. My husband had the chilaquiles. His response, "they were okay." I got the taco al pastor and the taco El Rey. I was recommended the Al pastor and I was left disappointed. I enjoy cheese on a lot of foods but not this. A huge miss here. El Rey Taco was even more disappointing. The meat was so dry and the main reason I got it was for the tuétano. There was no hint of it. I couldn't finish it. The chips and salsa were decent. I would recommend that too. Los esquites were okay. Nothing memorable. I wasn't a fan of the arroz con leche. It was a bit too dry. The ice cream was good. It is on the pricey end. But then again, it's Bellevue. read more

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ambiance: 5/5 service: 4/5 food: 4.5/5 The restaurant is well decorated. I really enjoyed the atmosphere here- private and cozy! read more

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Would not order the steak tacos, tough meat, had to take the meat out to cut it. Black bean puree was great though. The noise volume was way too loud. read more

Cantina Monarca absolutely blew me away--from the moment I walked in, the vibe transported me straight to Tulum with its stunning decor and lively atmosphere. Every detail was on point! The food? Incredible. We started with their colorful, flavorful guacamole, topped with fresh watermelon--unexpected and totally delicious. I could've eaten the whole bowl myself. Then came the Seabass taco--perfectly cooked, light, and full of flavor. But the real standout was a dish I can't remember the name of--like a Mexican pizza with beef, avocado, spinach, onions, radishes, and tons of veggies. It was bursting with fresh ingredients and bold flavors--totally amazing and unlike anything I've had before. If you're looking for a spot with great food, tropical vibes, and a creative twist on Mexican cuisine, Cantina Monarca is it. Can't wait to go back! They were fantastic and Friendly! Always checking on you and not to much but authentically caring! They love their place of work at least they act like it! And they walk you through the menu if you've never been there before and that is wonderful! upstairs could seat about 30 if you have a group. Also, upstairs is a table for two! Downstairs is very pretty! read more

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Sat upstairs and waited over ten minutes for the server to visit the table to tell us "just a few more minutes, I'm finishing up a table.." five minutes later she returned and we ordered drinks and food. All of the food showed up in 15 minutes, drinks after that. Table was wobbly as well. Horrible service! read more

I don't often find time to write reviews anymore, but this place deserves some serious praise. Mexican cuisine isn't usually my first choice, but the promise of elevated dishes and a unique menu drew me in. I was not disappointed.The atmosphere is a standout--warm, inviting, and dramatically stylish, making it perfect for a date or, in my case, impressing business associates and clients. The music is distinctive but never overpowering, and the lighting and decor alone make this spot worth visiting.Our server, Jessica, was exceptional. Her recommendations were spot-on, and her professionalism was unmatched, rivaling the best high-end dining experiences I've had. She handled our early arrival and a last-minute party size change with grace, seamlessly consolidating us to one table. Now, the food--every dish, from appetizers to mains, was packed with an array of flavors and perfectly portioned. Their wagyu taco? Hands-down one of the best dishes I've ever tasted. The tequila selection is equally impressive, with additive-free options clearly marked for smarter sipping. Jessica's expertise shone again, guiding our clients to tequilas that matched their preferences. If you're in Bellevue and craving some of the finest Mexican cuisine in the Pacific Northwest, this is definitely the place to go. read more

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We were invited to dinner here by some friends who love this place and we immediately enjoyed the design and atmosphere and I was thrilled to find that nearly their entire menu is gluten-free. We were seated in the loft area which was fun, it felt like you were going up into a treehouse. Our server was helpful and got us some beautiful cocktail and mocktails out. The chips and guacamole was good but the tacos were even better! We had a few different types including the seabass and birria, all great! I was less impressed with the truffle taquitos and next time will just get more tacos instead. read more

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PHENOMENAL! I'm usually hesitant to try new-age mexican food because they stray too far from the real thing, but this was beyond expectation. My husband and I went for our anniversary and got the margarita flight (HIGHLY recommend the seasonal watermelon one), chips and guac/salsa, and I got the carne asada while my husband got three tacos of his choice. Our server Blake was so so kind and helpful and he even brought us a free anniversary dessert (raspberry, huckleberry, and pecan helado). I will come here EVERY time for a special occasion! read more

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