I recently found this gem a few months ago. What a great treat for lunch. The drive thru can be a bit slower than your typical fast food place, but the food is handmade and so much better. Great vegetarian options available with a wide range of delicious options. I particularly enjoy the veggie burritos, shrimp tacos and the taco salads. read more

Monarcas has one of the better breakfast burritos in the Salem area. If you're looking for authentic Mexican food, this place offers it...

The BEST Mexican food I've found so far. I moved here from Cali almost 3 years ago, and all I've been wanting is authentic Mexican food. All other places I've tried were just nasty and didn't taste anything like Mexican food until my husband and I were looking for donuts one day and ended up here and now we come at least twice a week ! Extremely good, friendly and chill environment. Couldn't ask for better Mexican food AND on top of that I live 5 minutes away walking so best believe we'll definitely come as much as we can read more

I really wanted to like this place, the lady at the window who took my order was super friendly. The burrito was pretty loaded, it actually started to fall apart on me. The flavors on the burrito, are seriously lacking, there isn't much flavor at all, which is why I'm reviewing this place a 1 star unfortunately! Probably won't be back..... read more

Monarca Mexican Grill - Mexican Near Me - Salem, Oregon

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Have only had the Breakfast Burrito so far, but it was totally legit! Came out too hot to touch which is how all freshly cooked food, especially burritos, should be, and it was fantastic. Salsa was good too, red was spicy but had good flavor. read more

Friendly staff, good prices. Disappointed to see frozen store-bought taquitos being served. Can't say I would try it again. Side note: As someone who hates all things avacado, their guacamole was absolutely amazing. read more

I came here while waiting on a surgery across the street. I read reviews and had to try their orange sauce. It was sooo good! I had a burrito and it came with chips and salsa. Loved it! read more

Monarca Mexican Grill - a burrito and chips - Mexican Near Me - Salem, Oregon

Two words: Orange sauce. I originally had it when I was visiting San Jose last summer and couldn't stop thinking about it. My friend came down here from Portland last week for work and stopped by based on the Yelp reviews. I found myself in Salem today for work and made it a point to seek them out. They serve breakfast burritos ALL DAY. If I didn't know about the orange sauce, this would have been enough to hook me, but alas, orange sauce! Although I didn't take advantage of it, they also have a drive thru. Some might scoff at this, but for me it's a service multiplier. I'm in a car for most of my work day and finding places that are convenient, yet not fast food is tough. So, if you get anything out of reading this, it's ORANGE SAUCE. read more

I had the adobada burrito, my wife had the sopes & my daughter had tacos. Everything was delicious & they made our food fast.

Used to go here a lot around 5 years ago and it was great. I have no reason to believe that the food is any worse than it was then. The service is very different these days. I went by there today. The counter person and the two people chatting in the kitchen area continued with what they were doing. After a minute, I wasted more time than necessary selecting a drink, placed it on the counter, and waited 60-90 seconds. The counter and staff never said a word to me. So I left. Really used to love their Guisado and if you can find a way to place an order, I recommend it. I'll probably try again some other day but not for a long time, just not worth it. read more

The best burritos in Salem. The best hot sauce in Salem. I'm addicted! I probably go here once a week. If you like spicy garlicy red sauce ask for extra you will cover the burrito in it. read more

Good place for authentic Mexican food! Fish burrito is good, but the spicy orange sauce is even better! Good sized portions for a good price. read more

This place is spot on with their flavors and quality and for a really decent price! Highly recommended by me and several coworkers! Fast, friendly service too! read more

Tried this place for the first time because my husbands boss is a regular there and it's a daily spot for him. I got their breakfast burrito with egg, cheese, ham, and potatoes with their green sauce on the side. Let me tell you it was the best breakfast burrito I've had! Everything is fresh and their large is a pretty big burrito but If you have a big appetite then you'll be happy. :) read more

I've been twice and food has been consistently fast and delicious! First time I skipped the sauce but second time, I definitely sauced and while I'm a wuss for some things spicy, the orange sauce is amazing! They are always super friendly and service is quick! A good sized burrito with chips and salsa is less than $8. Definite bang for your buck and totally worth supporting this family! read more

Monarca Mexican Grill - Chicken burrito supremo - Mexican Near Me - Salem, Oregon

Fish tacos were "mystery meat" and totally inedible, service was slow and chaotic, tables were dirty.

Great place for a stop for a quick breakfast burrito.. The burrito was fresh, the tortilla was soft and good proportions. Nice friendly service too. You can't go wrong read more

I was raised in a Mexican restaurant in California. I am use to authenticate homemade food. Tried this place as my employees wanted tacos. Went to three other places and no one wanted to make me 30 tacos to go. So stopped here thru the drive thru and they were friendly and boy were those street tacos were so good. Now I order them on Grubhub to deliver to my house all the time. Their beans and rice are spot on. You will have to try their food. read more

Chicken in mole enchiladas was dry, tasteless. This was the 2nd time I have been disappointed in these enchiladas. I won't go back. The chips are good. read more

I was hungry before my appointment at Salem Community Acupuncture (SCA) in the same parking complex and stopped in for a breakfast burrito. Service was quick. Burrito was smaller than I am used to but good. Probably just the right portion size because the bigger ones are usually too big for me, but for a hungry working man, you probably want to order two, or something else. I would have rated it 5 stars if they had a salsa and condiment bar like some other places, but I know that can cut into their profits. The menu has a large variety of items that I will return to try again and again. Atmosphere is casual and clean. The parking lot can be difficult to find a spot to park when SCA has yoga classes at their wellness center too. read more

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Good food at a reasonable price. Building and bathrooms were very clean. We just stopped in for some breakfast while our car was in the shop, and were pleasantly surprised by this restaurant that is in an obscure location. read more

Monarca Mexican Grill - a checkered floor - Mexican Near Me - Salem, Oregon

Amazing salsa and great breakfast burritos

Took a chance based on location and yelp. Very good. Best of all they have "orange sauce", can't find that in Portland. Had it at all the taquerias in San Jose when I visited. Ordered a supreme burrito with carne asada. Not greasy! Huge. Lots of rice in it, a little too much. Otherwise very good. Served with a side of chips and salsa. If I'm in the area soon, I'll be back. Not open on Sunday or after 3pm. read more

Rely on the tasty vegetarian burrito: haven't tried much else. The fiery orange salsa is what will have you coming back though: it's addictive. Be aware that this is a lunch spot only. Drive through window is good for pandemic times; just call ahead. read more

Yup, their orange sauce is good. My favorites are the Machaca, veggie and breakfast burritos. You can taste that everything is made fresh daily. read more

Great Mexican food! Be prepared for a lunch food rush but they handle the busy hrs well.

The food here is excellent, very fresh and authentic. I ate lunch here and ordered a Carnitas Supreme Burrito. The Supreme burritos come with rice, pinto beans, sour cream, guacamole, cheese and any choice of meats. It also comes with a side of chips and salsa. All for only $7.50. The Carnitas were wonderfully seasoned and really tasty, when mixed with the combo of ingredients in the entire burrito it is truly a great meal at a great price. On top of that their hot sauce was almost of a creamy nature (even though there was no cream in it) and tasted really good. Not super hot, but a great way to accent the meal for sure. I would strongly suggest this place for a lunch or dinner. read more

Monarca Mexican Grill - Carnitas Supreme Burrito...mmmmm mmmmmm good!!! - Mexican Near Me - Salem, Oregon

Shrimp burrito is OUTSTANDING!!!! Highly recommend.

Cheap and relatively filling burritos. The drinks are really good and the food is quite delicious. Parking is really easy as there is big empty lot next to the facility. read more

Delicious cant wait to try more items!! Had their burrito supremo with carne asada. Love their orange sauce.

The food was ok the chip and salsa really good. Being from San Diego CA. I have high stander for Mexican food. Still searching for the best in the North Pacific . I never believe the statement it must be in the water but. It's total true. read more

Order was quick. But you can tell in the food. Tasteless burrito. Over cooked over dry beans and sauggy rice. The "chicken" taste and smells like pork. I ordered JUST chips and salsa. They put nasty beans and tomato guacamole sauce on top. Poor customer service. Will not return. But if you like mild bland food. May be for you. read more

Their chorizo breakfast burrito is bomb!!!! If you eat it with the creamy red sauce it's great.

The burritos r ok, not enough meat to get the flavor of the meat. The tacos r ok as well, I think the pastor meat has the most flavor and carne Asada did not have any flavor, like it was re-heated. There chipotle sauce is good, but there verde sauce has no flavor. read more

So far some of the best Mexican food I've had in Salem. The place is only open until 3 pm on weekdays, which is the downside. Staff was friendly and the price is very reasonable. read more

AMAZING food!! Friendly staff, clean, quick, reasonably priced. I had the fish tacos and loved them! The fish tasted fresh and had a lovely sauce. Their orange sauce is also delicious. Highly highly recommend! read more

Family owned business with mom and daughter running the place. Love the food! Always go when I am around the area. Delicious food! The burritos are my favorite. read more

After visiting here for lunch about a dozen times, I feel compelled to write a review praising Monarcha for what it is, a cheap and tasty no frills Mexican joint. I think the first and only reviewer seemed to think Monarcha was something its not supposed to be. This isn't like most of the godawful Mexican food in Salem (Los Arcos, Hacienda Real, Cozumel, etc...) and I think tha its what the reviewer who gave it three stars was expecting. If you are in the mood for a good burrito, cheap prices, and friendly staff give Monarcha a try. You aren't going to find anything truly unique, its your typical fare - carne asada, chicken, carnitas, fried tacos, etc... read more

This place was great, I drive by it almost everyday but never stopped in until today. Had the burrito supreme with the pastor, tasted fresh and had great flavor. read more

This place is clean and smells good. The first time I went I had taquitos and they were great. The second time I went I had the taco salad with chicken and I was under impressed. They used bagged salad for lettuce and the chicken was lacking in flavor. Wouldn't try it again. Maybe I will stick to the taquitos. read more