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    Monarca Restaurant

    4.5 (214 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed

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    Amazing mush & squash omelette
    Randy B.

    Monarca has escaped me, seems to be closed everytime I'm looking for a place. They have breakfast and lunch hours M-Th, and longer days F-Su. As it turns out, I've lost out until recently. So damn cute inside, especially during the holidays. So damn nice and helpful, service and management. So damn delicious, owner is also the chef and he knows what he's doing. So damn fresh, from the homemade chorizo, fish, and all the vegies. Basically, they have Mexican food...with a steak & a few seafood options for dinner. I'll be back, and often. Their 3 salsa's made fresh everyday are nothing short of magnificent.

    Breakfast Burrito
    James S.

    Solid option for breakfast/brunch right in the center of town, Monarca is delicious. A cozy setting nestled among several businesses and yet it's comfortable and even something of an oasis once you enter. Holiday lights, for now, but still it's pretty inside. The options are many: Skillets, omelets, sweets, salads and more. I could not resist the carne asada (including rice, beans, squash, carrots, jalapeños, avocado and French fries). All so good and fresh. The rice cilantro built in; the beans were creamy and smooth and delicious. The meat was cooked pretty much to order (MR), and it comes with your choice of corn or flour tortillas. It's huge, and I nearly finished it all! My dining companion got the breakfast burrito which looked good and was, in due time, demolished. There is such a deep menu here that I imagine you probably can't go wrong with whatever catches your eye. I also liked the coffee; a good bodied, non-acidic brew worthy of a few refills.

    Frank B.

    Amazing breakfast with fresh squeezed orange juice. The Chilaquiles with chile verde sauce was amazing. Good service and a reasonable price. We will definitely be back

    Club Sandwich and criss-cut Fries
    Chipper C.

    Was shopping in Paso Robles and needed lunch. Ordered a Club Sandwich, which came on a roll. It also came with some criss-cut fries. I ordered a soda. The sandwich was really dry, and the fries lacked flavor. Might come here again if I am in the area, but would order something else.

    Menu
    Lily F.

    The green and red chilaquiles were AMAZING. Beautiful plating, served over whole pinto beans with sour cream and cheese. Perfect crunch (not soggy), and the red chilaquiles were my favorite, super flavorful and authentic. I also tried the sopes and WOW. They stayed crunchy, the chorizo wasn't spicy, and the sauces were sooo good, especially the green one. The service was great! The restaurant was cute inside! Lots of butterfly decorations! Cute! Definitely coming back!

    CHORIZO OMELETTE
    Jen D.

    Stopped for Sunday brunch in downtown Paso Robles. We were lucky to get seated fairly quickly considering most places were packed, including this one. Pretty generous serving and the food was delish! We all liked what we got. :)

    Charming interior

    Breakfast was so good.... Had a veggie omelet - made perfectly. Also it is a really cute restaurant - great ambiance, nice decor, super clean. When passing thru a town for a day- you never know where to eat. This was perfect. Just wished we would be in town longer so I could go for dinner as well .

    Omar
    Amanda M.

    I did not have a great experience here! First, my boyfriend made a reservation for us, but when we arrived, no one came to the front to meet us for several minutes (we were at the podium outside but the doors are clear glass), and when we walked in the door to try to grab someone, no one made eye contact or greeted us again for several minutes. I had to wave someone down and ask about our reservation, one of the staff members said to hold on, and we proceeded to wait awkwardly without guidance for several more minutes. Once we got seated, our waitress came up and immediately asked us if we were ready to order, without having opened the menu yet. Further, we waited about 30 minutes for our food to come out once we did order. My boyfriend ordered one of the breakfast combos with scrambled eggs, ham and hash browns. His meal was cold and the serving of ham was pretty small. On the other hand, I had the Monarca breakfast burrito, which was hearty and flavorful. I really liked the chorizo! I thought the breakfast burrito was very good, but the service experience here would probably prevent me from going back before trying other places in the area. I hope others don't have this same experience, as it looked like they had many other good items on the menu!

    Catherine T.

    Monarca seems like the new kid on the block in Paso Town Square, and it is a welcome addition. The menu has lots of options and the interior of the restaurant is charming! The food prices are good and the presentation of the food is spectacular. I tried the garlic shrimp and the steak with an enchilada. The steak was a little bit tough, but the flavor was excellent!

    Guava mimosa
    Valeria B.

    GIVE THIS GEM A TRY!!!! I visited Monarca Restaurant on a Saturday while I was solo in the Paso Robles/Atascadero area, and I couldn't have made a better decision by popping in when my first choice was closed. From the moment I arrived the staff welcomed me with genuine warmth and kindness. As someone who eats very health-consciously, I appreciated how clearly their menu shows a commitment to scratch-made dishes and fresh ingredients. There are plenty of options that feel wholesome without sacrificing flavor. Highlights from my meal: * The chilaquiles were vibrant and perfectly prepared with the combination of green and red sauce. * The maduros were soft, sweet, and beautifully presented * The cauliflower taco was a clever, tasty option... actually hitting the spot for something lighter but still satisfying and flavorful!! * And the guava mimosas... lovely and refreshing! What really struck me was how comfortable I felt dining alone, the staff made me feel very at ease and the atmosphere was just right. The presentation of the food, the variety of protein-and-healthy-option choices, and the visible effort in the kitchen all add up to a very strong experience. I wish Monarca Restaurant the very best in their journey. I'm already looking forward to my next visit and highly recommend it to anyone in the area looking for delicious, mindful food in a warm setting. If you're in Paso Robles and considering a stop for brunch or lunch, give this gem a try.

    Monarca chorizo Benedict 1/2 way done
    Frank T.

    On our way to the Central Valley for Christmas, we had to stop and charge in Paso Robles. The map unexpectedly routed us to a charger near downtown Paso, and since it was Christmas, we weren't sure anything would be open. We ended up at Monarca, right in the heart of downtown Paso Robles--and I'm glad we did. From the moment we walked in, the place felt welcoming. The host, server, and waitress were all genuinely friendly, which immediately set a great tone. We started with freshly squeezed orange juice--and I don't mean squeezed earlier that day. It's squeezed when you order, and you can absolutely taste the difference. For food, we ordered the Eggs Benedict and the Monarca Chorizo Benedict. While the yolks weren't as runny as we prefer, everything else more than made up for it. The food was fresh, well-prepared, and full of flavor. The homemade chorizo stood out--nicely spiced, not greasy, and very well balanced. Overall, great flavors all around, a warm atmosphere, and for the area, the prices were very reasonable. Definitely a solid stop in downtown Paso Robles, especially when you're not even sure places will be open on a holiday.

    Steak and eggs breakfast
    Matt W.

    It's a quiet place very casual in a great spot downtown Paso Robles. Price is typical for the area. Our server was friendly and polite. My wife enjoyed the avocado toast and I had the meat lovers omelette. All the food was good.

    Chorizo scramble
    Bianka G.

    We were greeted with a smile and were lucky to get a table quickly for a large party. It was early Sunday morning but quickly the restaurant filled up. It took quite a bit to get the drinks out to us and a re-fire on the wrong food item took a while as well BUT the food was good. Get anything that comes with chorizo. It was tasty and portion size is good. Another note worthy item is the Monarca Breakfast Burrito $17: Two scrambled eggs, beans, sour cream, jack cheese, three color peppers onions, bacon, and pork sausage with a side of country potatoes. The burrito was delicious and filling. Cozy familiar spot for breakfast.

    Monarcha breakfast burrito. Meats for days without overmeating it.

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    Food was delicious I highly recommend- friendly and welcoming staff. We were visiting for The Weeknd. The chilaquiles are a must

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    Delicious food in town! We love going to breakfast here while in Paso Robles with a great view overlooking the park.

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    Delicious food. Very elegant, clean & cozy atmosphere. Excellent & friendly service. Highly recommended.

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    Clean restaurant. fresh and tasty food, excellent service. Pleasant atmosphere. We loved it.

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    The food, service, and friendliness is above reproach. Highly recommend this restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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