Monarca Mexican Cuisine & Tequila Bar

We came to Monarch Mexican Restaurant for dinner and had a wonderful experience. As vegetarians, we really appreciated that they have a separate veggie section on the menu. We ordered the veggie quesadilla and veggie fajitas—both were absolutely delicious and full of flavor. We also tried their happy hour special mojitos, which were phenomenal, and ended our meal with flan for dessert—it was so good! We were warmly welcomed, and our server was lovely and provided excellent service throughout the evening. We highly recommend this place 🌮🍹

Monarca continues to be second to none. Every time I’m in the area, it’s a guaranteed stop—and they always exceed expectations. The food is fresh, vibrant, and full of flavor—clearly made with care and zero shortcuts. But let’s talk about their skinny margarita, because it deserves its own spotlight. It’s absolutely incredible: crisp, perfectly balanced, not overly sweet, and dangerously good. Hands down the best margaritas in Ormond Beach… and honestly, beyond. Consistency like this is rare. Monarca delivers outstanding food, exceptional drinks, and an experience that keeps me coming back again and again. If you know, you know. If you don’t—fix that immediately. 🌮🍹

You know it’s a great restaurant when the chips are salsa are brought out immediately and they’re fire 🔥 Food was amazing! Rice and beans seasoned well. Birria and shrimp tacos were great. Food came out super fast. Drinks were AMAZING! This place is super underrated.

Hands down the best Mexican cuisine in the area — and I’ve tried them all! The food here is truly a level above the rest, and their specials, like Taco Tuesday and Happy Hour deals, are unbeatable. On Tuesdays, all tacos are just $2.75 — including carne asada and what might be the best carnitas you’ll ever taste. Equally important: the chips and salsa are complimentary, delicious, and pack just the right amount of heat. The only downside is that parking can be a challenge during peak hours, but trust me — it’s worth the effort. If this place isn’t packed, it’s only because people haven’t discovered it yet. Let’s support our local businesses, especially the ones that truly stand out.

Amazing atmosphere! Very clean! Attentive servers! Quick service! The food is to die for! The best drinks and food in town, especially the Birria tacos! Trust me, I’m a taco connoisseur! Kimberly is the best waitress! They’re all very friendly and work together as a team. Manuel is the owner and he should be very proud of himself and his staff. Compliments to the chef(s), the cilantro rice is divine. You’ll leave with a smile and full stomach!