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Monarca, Salt Lake City, UT

Monarca

4.7 (589)
$30 and under
Mexican
268 S State St Suite 110, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

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Monarca

4.7
$30 and under
Mexican
Downtown

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Fancy
We are MONARCA! Best of State 2025. A Mexican bistro, we constantly change our menu with our chef's new creations, such as Ceviches, Enchiladas, Steaks, and other specialties. Our bar specializes in Tequila and Mezcal and was awarded Best Restaurant Bar 2023 in Utah. Our mixologist is always innovating, using spices and flavors that you can hardly find anywhere else. We are MONARCA, right in the heart of Downtown Salt Lake City, a few blocks from Temple Square. Bienvenidos!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Latin, Latin American
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Alfonso Brito
  • Catering
    We will cater your events from 10 to 1000 guests. We offer full-service catering, including on-site bartending.
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate your private events. We have all the options available, Please reach us so we can answer any questions you may have.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Next to Gallivan Avenue and the Marriott Hotel
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    You can use the Marriot Hotel Valet Parking; please let your server know so we can deduct from your check
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 589 people are saying

Monarca reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Salt Lake City

    Mexican

  • Salt Lake City

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Monarca in downtown SLC delivers "an incredible experience" with authentic Mexican cuisine crafted by the talented Chef Alfonso and Landon. Guests rave about the "amazing food and cocktails," attentive service, and enchanting atmosphere. The restaurant is "highly recommended" for its unique flavors and delightful plating, especially for vegans and vegetarians.
589 Reviews
  1. Billy Gold

    Chicago14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was real authentic Mexican food not Tex-Mex. It was outstanding in both flavor and value. Our waiter was tremendous as well.

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  2. Joan Carol

    Salt Lake City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Deliciosos todo, la comida, la atención, recomendado 100%

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  3. Elysia

    Salt Lake City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our Server was amazing & overall a great experience. Food was AMAZING!

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  4. Michelle Gold

    Denver4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 20, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good experience. Was really sad they do not have Churros on the menu anymore. The dessert menu has changed and not a fan.

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  5. Audrey

    Salt Lake City1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 31, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The service had definitely taken a downturn since my last visit. Our server was lovely when he came to our table but it was like he just was oblivious to our existence most of the time. We each ordered one cocktail and had plans to have several but the service was just so slow. Water sat on E for about 20 min and we were sitting for 45 min before our main entree order was taken. Food was excellent as usual so we will be back.

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  6. Geoffrey

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Mexican restaurant, this was my first time there. The food and atmosphere is amazing

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  7. Casey

    St. Louis1 review

    1.0

    Dined on May 23, 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Most of the food was bland my octopus tacos were undercooked and chewy.

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  8. Gitanjali

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a lovely restaurant with amazing service! Very great place to celebrate

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  9. Aric Gold

    San Antonio7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were excellent! I highly recommend Monarca!

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  10. Kerri

    Salt Lake City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time going here. Service was great and the food was outstanding! Will definitely be coming back!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Latin, Latin American
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Alfonso Brito
  • Catering
    We will cater your events from 10 to 1000 guests. We offer full-service catering, including on-site bartending.
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate your private events. We have all the options available, Please reach us so we can answer any questions you may have.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Next to Gallivan Avenue and the Marriott Hotel
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    You can use the Marriot Hotel Valet Parking; please let your server know so we can deduct from your check
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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  2. United States
  3. Salt Lake City
  4. Salt Lake City
  5. Downtown

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A photo of Monarca restaurant

Monarca

4.7
$30 and under
Mexican
Downtown

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
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