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Monarque

4.3 (289 reviews)
Open • 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
Updated 1 week ago

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Smitha M.

I have always wanted to visit this place! I finally got a chance to visit for a friend's birthday celebration. We came here for pre-dinner drinks and it was such a swanky classy vibe. The Happy Hour is a *really* good deal, I was served a Monarque martini rather quickly and it was excellent! The bar side is a bit crowded at times, probably best to book a table in advance. I look forward to coming back for a show

espresso martini (no baileys)
Haley S.

My friend and I stopped by last night as we were working our way through those 3 restaurants. With it being Thursday, you can't beat the $2 espresso martini special! To end our visit, we shared a coconut cream brulee, which I'm not the biggest fan of coconut; this was amazing! The only flaw to the night was that we didn't stay long enough to see the show, but we already planned out our next visit!

Karina U.

They have 3 mocktails and I got the rose enchante and it was tarte and flavorful. The decor has such a cool vibe too.

Alexis B.

My husband and I had dinner at Monarque for the first time last Friday. Monarque is Atlas's French restaurant, located at the end of Atlas Quarter on Fleet Street (you pass Italian Disco, Tagliata, and the Elk Room, and walk straight to the end of the alley). Their menu might be classic French, but none of the entrees spoke to me. It was a warm late spring/almost summer night, and I found their menu to be heavy and not very seasonal. I wanted something lighter, something more spring. Since the entrees weren't calling to us, we stuck to the small plates/hors d'oeuvres section of the menu and shared: Potato & Leek Soup (butter croutons and garlic chive oil); Salad Lyonnaise (soft boiled egg, bacon lardons, endive, frisee, and radishes); tableside beef tartare (verjus mustard, capers, tomato, truffle); short rib pappardelle (truffled egg yolk, red onion, Parmesan, and short rib ragu); and Iberico Secreto (apple butter, macerated cranberries, hazelnuts, and microsage). Of these, I'd say we enjoyed the soup and the iberico the best. The beef tartare wasn't cut/diced or mixed very well despite the very fun tableside preparation. The pasta had a truffle oil pungency that isn't for us, so I wouldn't order that dish again, but otherwise the food was pretty good. I do think there is better French food in Baltimore, but Monarque offers something special. The service is great. The wine and cocktails are great. The decor is cool. But best of all? Thursday-Sunday, Monarque hosts Monarque After Dark. Burlesque, cabaret, live jazz music... At Monarque, it's dinner with a show. The performers we saw were great. Monarque After Dark made our night. If the food didn't blow me away, the experience still did. FYI the music is quite loud, so I wouldn't recommend dinner at Monarque if you prefer a quieter dinner! We had a great time at Monarque. I'd certainly return - next time for some drinks, oysters, and shrimp cocktails and the show!

Sparkling water next to Lemon drop martini
Kay H.

I really enjoyed the overall vibe of the place. I came for the wild mushrooms vol-au-vent dish. I had a similar dish years ago and was aiming to experience it again. Unfortunately, the puffpastry wasn't so flaky or as yummy as I had hoped for. However the mushrooms itself were seasoned and flavorful. There are pro/cons to any experience, but the fun had made up for the minor preferences not delivered. The duck confeit appetizer was also a shockingly zesty bite. We split this and I was extremely grateful I didn't come ravished. I would order it again though, even though a small dish. I have not had anything quite like it. We came just as the host was gearing up for the social hour with a live band and some jazzy tunes. This really rounded the experience for me. I think between each of us having a drink, splitting the app and two entrees we were just about a $200sh experience. I appreciate the valet out front as well.

Espresso martinis with baileys
Zayn D.

Thursday is $2 espresso martinis and $3 if you add baileys! The best night for a girls night. We got there just in time for food but kitchen does close at 10pm so plan accordingly! The food was lovely - I recommend the Brussels (it's a bit sweeter though!) and the Mac and cheese was so good. The espresso martinis were strong and such a good price. Can't wait to be back for more!

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Xiwei P.

First off, this place is beautiful!! Very moody, dim lighting. This would be a perfect date spot. I also saw they offer private event seating in the back for groups. I did a walk-in with a group of 6 for happy hour on Thursday evening. We were enticed by the espresso martinis! They are only $2 which is insane! They are on the smaller side, but for the price I didn't mind at all. All of us ordered the drink and they came quickly! My tiny gripe is that none of us were offered water. But to be fair, we sat on the other side of the bar (the main bar didn't have enough open seats to sit 6 of us), so maybe we should've been more proactive. I shared food with my group, and almost everything was tasty! I really liked the oysters. The short rib poutine was very flavorful! The meat was tender. The beef sliders were a classic. The truffle fries were also so addicting, I couldn't stop eating them. The only thing I didn't like was the salmon puff. For some reason, it was kind of powdery to me? I will say their food all err on the slightly too salty side for me. And then oh my gosh, the burlesque! I didn't realize they had shows on Thursdays too (I thought it was only weekends). So imagine my surprise when I saw the girls perform! My entire group was shocked but in a good way! The energy was really fun in there. The servers are all very kind too! This is located in Harbor East, so street parking is limited. But you can park at the Little Italy garage for $5, which is what we did. Overall, I'd definitely come back, especially for happy hour! Dinner and a show can't be beat.

Cori A.

I gave my husband two options for his birthday dinner. Monarque or Garden Rooftop? Ultimately we decided Monarque because it was dinner & a show and we had already been to Garden Rooftop. The show was nice & the staff was pleasant. This was such a bad choice. The steak was extremely tough. My mil liked her fish but she likes bland food. My husband and I both got steak frites and a bad cut of meat & extremely unseasoned. I have to make up for the birthday dinner now by going to a place with a nice aesthetic & good food. I would try this place again during happy hour because that menu looked better than the dinner menu.

Happy hour
Ashley W.

This is my second time going for espresso martini Thursdays. I always have a great time. The drinks and appetizers were exactly what we were looking for. I love their beef tartare!!! It's so flavorful! They were definitely busy but once we got a seat at the bar, the service was great. The burlesque show had great music. I always love the esthetics and low lighting.

Bread service with a nicely seasoned butter. My girl quite hilariously said that the bread was tragically authentic, LOL!
Curtis J.

I thought I already reviewed this but I must have failed to hit save or something. This wasn't all around Epic experience! My fiance wanted a particular French mushroom dish and this restaurant happened to have it. Add to it the Noir French Jazz vibes and it makes for one heck of a date. The service was quick and courteous. The show girls were a ton of fun and the band was talented. My fiancée was surprised and very happy with the whole experience. My girl quite hilariously said that the bread was tragically authentic, LOL! She's not wrong, it was pretty hard but it was also very good. The duck confit and savory crépe I would have loved it if they made that into an entree because I'd have eaten a whole plate of it. It was delicious! The short rib bourguignon was super tender, very delicious but the serving size is pretty small. I was surprised I ended up feeling full at the end but it's probably cuz I ate plenty of the bread and drinking and all that good stuff. The wild mushroom dish was very flavorful but my girl wasn't quite as fond of the puff pastry acting as the bowl. Outside of that we both loved it. It's not a cheap date, but it is a good date. I'm glad we went! This is definitely a place I feel comfortable recommending if you're looking for a little more high-end night out.

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Brandea B.

Super nice, live music, kind of loud, but I do enjoy it! Beautiful courtyard. Delicious espresso martinis (my first time trying them & it was an excellent first time experience)! The vibe of a jazz bar/club! I enjoyed the quick and great service I received even though it was a busy night. I can't wait to make another visit here when I come back to the area!

Mussels & happy hour white wine
Nalissa W.

In town for 24 hours and stopped in here. The food was great (onion soup and mussels) but the staff was truly the standout. Very attentive, kind, professional and personable. 10/10 no notes!

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Tina I.

this place exceeded my expectations. I will admit it was a bit hard to find nestled in between two other restaurants but very cute ambiance on the inside. A perfect spot for a date night, and or girls night out. Our server recommended amazing choices and they were cooked to perfection. To our surprise they also had a burlesque show and entertainment which was first for me. I will definitely be back!

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Ask the Community - Monarque

Is happy hour just weekdays or saturdays too?

Happy Hour is Tuesday to Saturday 5-7 PM (Monarque is closed on Sundays and Mondays)

How's parking is there a parking lot or street?

Street parking or valet parking

Do you have veggie options for vegetarians?

They do have vegetarian options.

Is there a cover fee or table minimum?

Nope. But get your reservation in! They book up pretty quickly! (Because they're awesome!)

What type of bathroom do they have? the one with stalls or the one seater gender inclusive bathroom?

They have the single seat bathrooms!

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I am so glad I had the opportunity to try Marie Louie Bistro during their restaurant week. I…read moredecided to order their foie gras pate, seabass with asparagus, risotto with lemon beurre blanc, and a glass of wine which was a good option instead of dessert. The first round of brioche crostini came with unexpected mold on it and when I informed our server, he took it away and brought fresh slices out. The foie gras and fig jam was quite tasty and played well. When I tell you this sea bass was cooked to perfection! I mean just that. The meat was flaky and solid with the outside perfectly seared! The risotto was very rich and I wasn't a big fan however I forced myself to eat it with the fish and it was perfectly paired along with my asparagus for the ultimate bite. I would come back just for the sea bass any day!

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4.1(1.1k reviews)
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What an incredible spot on so many levels. My friend brought me here to enjoy their varied…read morewhiskey selection, craft beers on tap, and cozy architecture. We split a flatbread which was on happy hour special. The dough was perfectly worked, cheese was flavorful, as were the mushrooms on top. The sauce was a bit too sweet, but it didn't interfere with the overall taste of the flatbread which was a win. My Abbey Ale was cold, effervescent, and had a toasted biscuit finish - delicious! The dining room is beautifully appointed, intelligently lit, and the menu has varied options. I'd definitely come back for a full meal. The staff was engaging and friendly, the music was jazzy-hipster in an ambient way, and the downstairs "speakeasy" looks like the place I want to be on a Friday night with some friends. Check this place out, you'll be glad you did.

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3.6(14 reviews)
0.8 mi•Downtown
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So, we arrived at the Speakeasy around 7pm. They were just opening for the evening. We did have to…read morefind the door (like most speakeasys) but once we called, one of the staff (gosh, I don't remember his name) met us on our walk to flag us in the right direction (green flag 1). Next was the entry: nice music, nice ambience, beautifully decorated (green flag 2). The green flags just kept coming. We had such an amazing time eating and talking the with staff, that we took very few photos. The bartender/server/comedian/all around cool human, Symphony, was AMAZING!!! The Owner, Monica, came over and talked to us. We told her that we drove in from DC, just to be there that evening. I had a smoky Bourbon Bloom, the truffle frites and cognac wings-delish! My two sisters had the restaurant week specials that came with a meat, two sides and dessert; they both cleaned their plates. This never happens! There was nothing left on the plates or in the glasses! 50/10!!! The whole situation was just a really cool vibe! We will CERTAINLY return! 3 entrees, 3 drinks, 1 soda around 188$ with 18% gratuity included. Let me just double say, these wings alone are worth a return trip! I have NEVER had wings that tasted like those. But that team, the team is TOP TIER! Sooooo good!

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3.8(656 reviews)
0.9 mi•Downtown
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We were staying at the Lord Baltimore Hotel around the corner and since our hotel did not have a…read morerestaurant, it was quite convenient to come to the Kimpton Hotel. Since it was New Year's eve, there were few patrons or maybe this is the usual scene? Don't know. But there are some comfy couches by the front in which a young couple with a baby was nursing. Another couple was just finishing up dinner and started to head out. We were the only two diners for about 20 minutes before another couple came in for dinner. There were also about two or three people at the bar. So basically a very quiet place. No one at the hostess stand, only a woman at the bar. She eventually sat us and took our order. Things were slow but not so slow that I would complain. I would surmise that most of the staff was off that evening. Food was also slow in coming so there might have been a small crew in the kitchen as well. We ordered the mezze appetizer. Nothing to rave about. It was just a plate with vegetables and hummus. We both got the wagyu burger and fries. The whole meal was quite decent. The meat was cooked to the correct temperature and the fries were crispy. It was quite filling for me. Maybe it was NYE but everything was quiet and nice.

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The mezzanine level, which overlooks the bar and exhibition kitchen

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The view looking down from the mezzanine

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