this is my favorite mexican place in town. the food is fresh and flavorful and the sangria is home made which makes the sangria margarita even better! read more

Talk about poor, poor service. I don't think Iv ever had a situation handled as poorly by the management as at this restaurant. Don't go if you expect to get a problem resolved. They will send out a 12 year old looking girl to handle the situation. My guest ordered the chimichanga. The description said "stuffed with beans and your choice of meat". The food comes and my guest notices that there are no beans, not one. Not a pinto, a black bean, kidney bean or baked bean in sight. So we asked the waitress and she said she would take it back to be fixed. She shortly returned with the plate and told us that beans didn't come with the chimichanga. We said that we knew beans didn't come as a side but per the menu it was "stuffed" with beans. She went on to say there was a small amount in the chimichanga, my guest forked through the food and showed there was no beans. She left and came back with a small bowl of refried beans and said we could have these even though it didn't come with beans. We just went with it. By the end of dinner my other guest wanted to resolve the issue with the manager. A young lady who literally appeared to be about 12 or 13 came and told us it didn't come with beans and there is a small amount of beans in it. My guest said that the menu was misleading at best and not really fair to the customer. The manager girl said that was the way it is and the have a nice day. The food was not bad, the southwest egg rolls were fantastic. We will never go back and I will tell every single person I can to not go here. I'd rather have a great experience with mediocre food than be treated like a dummy. Maybe it was because we were an interracial couple but I don't want to go there. This was my second time there. The first time we had a mixup with our drink. Neither then nor this visit did we want a discount, refund or compensation, just a simple fix they couldn't handle. Save the headache and go to Guadalajara in Kitten Lake. read more

Monarca Mexican Restaurant - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Georgia

Dishes were overpriced for the limited flavor/ toppings. You get bland chicken and a squirt of sour cream with a drizzle of cheese dip on the top. Only winner was the table side guac. read more

Stopped into Monarca and was very pleased with the experience. The restaurant is clean with fun decor, which makes it very inviting. The chips and salsa were good. The sauce was very fresh, but had very little spice to it. I need to find out if they have a hot salsa next time. We also got the cheese dip, which was a tad pricey, but was very good. It was not a thin, watery cheese, dip, but a very hearty dip that was delicious. The menu has a lot of good options, but I tried the grande burrito with grilled. I always figure if the basics are good, everything else will be. I was not disappointed. The burrito was flavorful and well balanced with ingredients. The grilled chicken was very tasty as . It came with Rojo and Verde sauce and both were good. I do wish they were a bit more spicy. My wife ordered the Tostones with steak and enjoyed them as well. They were a good savory dish and again the steak was very flavorful. The service was prompt and friendly, and I never liked for salsa or tea. This is not your typical Mexican. It's a bit upscale. I look forward to coming again. read more

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My wife said this was a "bougie Mexican restaurant," and that's a good description. The food was good, and the decor is cleaner, fancier, and brighter than most Mexican restaurants. As a result, I think most entrees are a $3-4 more expensive than typical. Small queso was $8. There were no complaints about the food. I got a pick-two combo platter. We also enjoyed the corn appetizer. I had never thought about using mayo on corn, but it works. I also thoroughly enjoyed the blackberry margarita, something I've never seen elsewhere. Service was also speedy and friendly despite a large crowd on Saturday afternoon. read more

I did not go to this restaurant in person, so I cannot say anything regarding the service or ambiance. However, I was brought take home food from them when they just opened. I thought it was slightly mediocre to be honest. I enjoyed it as I just got rice, beans, and a burrito. But in comparison to other places I think I would choose elsewhere. read more

We went to this restaurant because it was recommended by a co-worker(who I have to go talk to now!). The service was fast and crew very friendly. So much that one employee just kept sitting at the table next to us playing on his phone. But the issue we have is that this had to be the blandest, unflavored food of any type we have ever had. Let alone for Mexican food. No spices. Not even salt or pepper on the meals. One order was chimichanga with beef. Their menu said with beans as well but is was a lot of regular ground beef. I got the fajita chimichanga. No flavor. Even the peppers were bland. Horrible waste of a Mexican restaurant. Bottom of the list!! read more

This is one of the prettiest restaurants I've been to. I came here with my friend Paige for dinner. There were a lot of menu options and a lot of things I usually don't see at Mexican restaurants like casseroles and pastas. I ended up ordering the tostones with carnitas meat which were fried plantains topped with cheese, guacamole, pico, chimichurri sauce, and carnitas. It was okay. I'm not sure I liked the texture of the plantains so I would order something else next time I came here. Service was good, but the ambiance is what I enjoyed most! read more

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I absolutely love Mexican food and being in Florida we have some great authentic places. That being said this place was soooooooo good! Love the decor, our server was so sweet and can we talk about the spicy mango margarita.....Yummmmm! I will be back for sure when visiting Columbus again. read more

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I love this place! It's a Mexican restaurant, but some dishes have a bit of a Caribbean twist -- like the tostones with churrasco, which are absolutely delicious. I enjoy visiting because I always try something new, and many of the dishes have really impressed me. But the tostones? They're a must for me every time. I really like their guacamole and the chips with salsas -- so good! Their elotes are also amazing, full of flavor. As for the food, I've tried the chicken bowls, tacos, and quesadillas, and everything has been delicious. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu! Dont forget to try their flavors margaritas! read more

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Nice establishment. My tostones were perfect. I have also been to sit at the bar. Their margaritas are good. The staff was pretty nice as well. read more

Monarca Mexican Restaurant - Shrimp tostones - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Georgia

Food, service , and ambiance always above par. Been many times. Always consistent. Usually get Texas fajitas. Steak very tender and flavorful. read more

Love the food here! The rice bowls, fresh guacamole, salads, grilled chicken, and steak are all amazing! The service has been great each time I've been with willingness to make substitutions and adjustments as needed and speedy food times. The location is convenient to get to from anywhere on the Northside of town. The environment has had a lot of thought put into it and the design provides some nice separation from other areas of the building. Only complaint is that the music is always slightly too loud. read more

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Exceptional first impression. The service was courteous and polite as if they had training. The ambiance was very welcoming to my family which made it all the more enjoyable. Last but definitely not least the food came out shortly after ordering. The salsa and chips were freshly made along with the guacamole my wife ordered. When my main entree came it was hot and a hot meal is always appetizing. This was my first time and it won't be the last as I am already planning on going back. Good job Monarca! read more

We gave Monarca a try this evening and we were not disappointed. Great service by Aviana. She started us off with chips, salsa and we ordered cheese dip to go with it. Salsa and cheese dip was just right. My better half ordered Guacarron and it was very good. I ordered the Enchiladas Supreme and it was very good as well and then we added dessert. We decided to go with Sopapillas and Flan to cap off the night, we recommend both. We enjoyed the decor and the atmosphere. We will definitely be back and recommend you give them a try. read more

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Came in early on a weekday, it was busy but we were still sat fairly quickly (2 people). I was immediately impressed by the interior. It's so pretty and colorful, leaning into the butterfly theme. All of the staff were welcoming and attentive- everyone was so so polite. The fresh guac is indeed fresh- made right at your table and you can choose what you add or don't to it. The guac, as well as all the other food was phenomenal. I had the tostones and the chimichurri sauce on it was my favorite, paired with the well seasoned steak. My mom loved her taco salad and we also got the mexi-corn and sweet plantains- nothing was lacking in any of the food we got. I would definitely come again for the amazing food and exceptional customer service. read more

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Monarca is a new Mexican restaurant in Columbus, GA, and while the food was decent and tasted authentic, my experience left much to be desired. The environment is stunning--beautifully designed with a great atmosphere--so if you're going for vibes alone, this is the place to be. However, the overall service and food quality didn't match the aesthetic. We started with the Birria Eggrolls as an appetizer, but all of our food--appetizer included--arrived at the same time. I ordered the Chimichanga with rice and salad toppings, while my mother had an Enchilada and a Hard Shell Taco with rice and beans. The rice was unique and tasty, a white-style rice with corn, and everything came out piping hot. However, the chips and salsa were a major letdown. The chips were burned and hard, and when we asked the waitress about them, she simply said, "That's just how they are" and didn't offer replacements. The service was another big issue. Our waitress rarely checked on us, and the only time she seemed attentive was when she was rushing to hand us the bill and get us checked out. We were there for quite a while and only received one refill the entire time. Additionally, she lacked knowledge about the menu and the culture behind the dishes. For example, she couldn't explain the different styles of meat, didn't know what birria was, and couldn't provide insight on how Monarca prepares its Chimichanga. If you're working in a restaurant with such a rich cultural identity, it's crucial to know the menu and be able to guide customers. One odd detail worth mentioning is that alcoholic beverages weren't available when we visited. The waitress told me only fountain drinks, tea, and similar options were being served. I'm not sure if this was due to it being a Sunday or another reason, but it felt like a missed opportunity for a Mexican restaurant. While the food was decent and the ambiance was top-notch, Monarca fell short in service and execution. If you're looking for a reliable Mexican restaurant in Columbus, I'd recommend El Vaquero down the street. I've been dining there for over 10 years and have never had an issue. Monarca has potential, but until they improve their service and attention to detail, I'd suggest sticking with more established spots in the area. read more

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Be careful eating here they charged my card twice the same exact amount. They charged once on May 3rd when I originally ate here and again on yesterday May 5th, I did not eat here May 5th, thankfully I saw the transaction and disputed it with my bank. read more

Beautiful decor, furniture and dishes. Didn't really care for the salsa. I ordered a grilled chicken rice bowl and my wife got a shrimp rice bowl. The food literally arrived with 2 minutes of ordering which tells me that the meat was precooked and warmed up. My wife's shrimp was awful - it was mushy, like the shrimp had maybe gone bad before it was cooked. She ate two of them and felt nauseated for about an hour after. And I would have liked to get a cheese dip or guacamole appetizer but $13 is a ridiculous price. Not a place I would try again. read more

Little late of a review we came during the opening night chips and salsa were good, but the chips were cold. Stale weren't hot and salted like they should've been salsa. You could tell was more of mass produce. I didn't have that flavor pop that you would expect the steak fajitas were huge. Let down very few bits of steak that were chewy like leather with no flavor and burnt. It was majority of vegetables as you can see in the photos Other party. Member ordered one of the taco bowl casseroles, and it was literally just chips with ground beef on it no flavoring no seasoning dry as can be thankfully the manager on duty gave us a chicken quesadilla to subside it beautiful interior and vibe great location service was decent. Unfortunately the manager is more of our server because the other server just disappeared All in all not thoroughly impressed not in my top five Mexican places of the area. read more

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Great upscale mexican .. Has a really good look and vibe. The food is awesome! I also like the traditional local mexican but this is another level. read more

Great decor and service, super clean too. Unfortunately my super burrito was like 85% rice and maybe two or so teaspoons of meat. Felt shortchanged. read more

I don't understand some of the bad reviews about flavor. They must have caught them at a bad time. I had the Enchiladas de Tinga with rice and Charro beans. The enchiladas were the best I've ever had outside of my own kitchen (I love to cook). The rice was a little plain but I didn't mind, because the Charro beans were amazing! Service and atmosphere was also top notch. That was one of the best servers I've ever had. I can't wait to go back and try something else! There were definately some unique options available too. read more

I live in Las Vegas and was visiting my mother for Mother's Day. My mom wanted Mexican and that's when I found Monarca. The restaurant is so beautifully decorated. The food was phenomenal! They made the guacamole table side and was the best guacamole I've ever had. Brandon was an awesome attentive server that took care of my mother. read more

Monarca Mexican Restaurant - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Georgia

Great place if you're looking for some tasty Mexican food. Good service and atmosphere.

The best in Columbus. I travel for work to Mexico frequently and do not expect to have authentic food back home. Most all of Mexican restaurants in GA are a poor version of Tex-Mex. Monarcha is high quality. This place is hands down better than the other local restaurants. Food is fresh with good service and great design. read more

Our service was top tier since we came through the doors. Sueann was our first server and I must say she did amazing. read more

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This place is pretty nice. They did some sort of table side dish, which is different from other restaurants I've visited in Columbus. The food was good and they offer a huge variety of options. They also had a large staff. I'll be back! read more

I had an amazing time at this restaurant. I enjoyed the Monarca Quesadilla with a Passion Fruit margarita. The service was great as well. Good food, great atmosphere and service. I plan to return to try their guacamole. read more

I've been so many times, but the last time we got sick. My friend threw up multiple times outside their restaurant. We were made to pay. Then they asked us if we wanted our boxes and I told them that she just got sick from it. It was lunch time on a week day and we had zero alcohol. read more

Music way too loud to talk with others in your dining party. We asked the manager if the volume could be lowered. He said that he wasn't going to lower it. It made for a very unpleasant dining experience. We will never visit this restaurant again. read more

We've been four times already. The food, service & atmosphere are all a 10. Will definitely be on our rotation of eating out.

Food was excellent, service was awesome, atmosphere was pleasant. Price wasn't bad, we are waiting for the one in Columbus to get their liquor license so we can enjoy a margarita with our meal. read more

My wife and I had lunch at the new Monarca Mexican restaurant today. We arrived about 11:30AM and were greeted and seated immediately. The restaurant wasn't very crowded when we arrived, but it filled up quickly. Our server, Renee, greeted us and took our drink and appetizer orders within a couple of minutes. A good sized portion of chips and salsa arrived at our table next, followed by the lady with a cart of ingredients to make our order of fresh guacamole. We enjoyed our quac and enjoyed the cheery atmosphere of the restaurant's decor and pleasant music. Our entrees of Enchiladas de Carnitas and Texas Grilled Fajitas came out quickly and we both enjoyed our very tasty meals. Renee did an amazing job of taking care of us. 10/10 for both the food and service. read more