Restaurants in Monrovia

“Empanadas for breakfast, lunch & dinner are delicious!”

“A Delightful Sushi Experience! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The sushi was outstanding—fresh, expertly crafted, and beautifully presented. The chef’s special sashimi, were bursting with flavor. The nigiri was a standout, with perfectly seasoned rice and melt-in-your-mouth fish. Service was impeccable; the staff was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. They even made excellent recommendations based on my preferences. One thing to note: Fillet doesn’t have a liquor license yet, so if you’re someone who enjoys pairing sushi with sake or wine, this might be a consideration. They said it’s coming soon, I can’t wait to come back here again.”

“Service was excellent, the owner checked on us personally - we are not food critics or influencers, just two regular twenty somethings on a date - and wanted to make sure we had a great experience”

“Exceptionally professional staff and I love it so much!

While I was waiting for my pizza, a staff approached me and started apologizing for the mistake that someone else took my pizza and they had to remake it, and she promised that she’ll take care of my order as priority to avoid any further delay. I love that they acknowledge the mistake and take action on it quickly, even before I realized (i didn’t feel I was waiting too long). I appreciate them being professional and thoughtful for the customers.”

“Great food and great service!”

“Food is delicious great staff”

“Best handmade ice cream ever!!!! Love the Taro and Ferrero Roche ice cream”

“Wonderful lunch time here with besties! Their food is amazing. Avocado and the fruits are super fresh. Service is above average,caring and friendly! Will come back again soon!”

“This place serves Sichuan style Chinese cuisine. Highly recommended. They operate more on food to go but has a small space for 14 diners. Paying in cash expedites service by a lot.

I ordered their Kung Pao Chicken and Fish in Black Bean Sauce. It was served fresh and hot, with steamed rice. Kung Pao Chicken was meaty and really has a good balance of flavors and spiciness. The Fish in Black Bean Sauce was soft, flaky, saucy and not too salty to taste.

Food was served at almost in an instant, around 5 mins from ordering. The serving is very generous, good for 2-3 people for 1 order (see photo), depending on your appetite. For the food price ranged around $10+, it is a steal. Customer service is nice and the lady is very quick on her feet.

Plenty of parking outside. No restrooms though. Come here with an empty stomach and bladder.

I would return here next time to try their Hot Pot, Spicy Chicken Nuggets and Mapo Tofu. 🌶🍛”

“Delish! Go early; it's a must try!”

“Love this fantastic brewery friendy customers,pet friendly . Its like sitting at home with friends.🍻🍻🍻”

“Deliciousness! Very good portion and reasonable price! Staffs are nice!”

“Decent burger spot. Food’s good and the staff is friendly. I’ve driven past it 100’s of times, I finally stopped and tried it. It’s great!”

“If you have not had the chance to dine in at Girasol, I highly recommend it. The chicharon with guac is a must as a starter, make sure you get some of the spicy sauce. As for a recommendation for a meal, well you have to come in and try. We loved the chilaquiles, the carne en su juego, the menudo, and the breakfast burrito. If you have a sweeter taste, the French toast, the pancakes and the crepe are awesome. But as mentioned before, you just have to come in and try everything.”

“Love the chicken masala and the vegan and vegetarian choices. When you want to cut in meat and start a new healthier diet, you must try them out.”

“Very comfortable place to be in. Everyone was relaxed and you could hear the staff in the kitchen communicating getting the orders out. They have good lighting, a larger modern menu board with a great selection. They had light hearted music playing and a big tv to watch the Dodger games. I was surprised to see Birria on the menu so had to get that for sure! I think I will may this my goto spot a couple days a week so I can eat better for less and no dishes to wash.”

“wow first time here food was excellent. very nice customer service 👍💯.can't wait to come back 😀”

“We have been here three or four times and the service is always friendly. The food comes hot, it’s delicious, and they have gluten free options! A Thai place I can actually eat at!:) We love the casual atmosphere and will definitely be back.”

“Came in as it was my first time Alissa took my order and she was amazing and had great customer service she was very helpful as it was my first time here she made it a great experience. Very clean restaurant and food was really good and fresh. Will be coming back”

“The place had delicious food. This place had many people coming in and was crowded during brunch time. I can see why so many people come here. The drinks and food are excellent but the seating was a bit of a challenge since it was quite noisy.”

“Love the ambiance. Great food. Great service and excellent drinks are served at the bar. Great for an intimate dinner or for a special occasion.”

“We enjoyed my birthday dinner tonight at Jakes Roadhouse. The food is delicious and the friendly service was great.”

“First time stoped by after getting my hair done. Beautiful inside and great customer service. Ordered there new drink a watermelon lemonade with lychee so refreshing.”

“Ever since I tried their curry plate, this place has been my go-to—it's honestly delicious! I haven't tried anything else yet, but the staff is always kind and the service is super fast. My only minor complaint is that they recently changed their containers, so it feels like a bit less food, but honestly, can you blame them in this economy?”

“This is an incredible place to grab tacos! We went here on taco Tuesday night and sampled a lot of different tacos throughout the evening. Great drinks and food! But what really stood out was the awesome service. There weren’t a lot of people working there, but all of them were hustling and making sure you are well taken care of. This is a great place to grab delicious tacos and drinks!”

“the food is always very flavorful”

“A very lovely and cute place, the employees were so nice and the food was just what i needed. Getting half salad and half white rice just hit the right spot where i was full but not stuffed. Thank you to the employee who suggested it.”

“Very cute Korean pub restaurant with delicious KFC (Korean Fried Chix), get the soy garlic.

Staff are kind, provide refills on beverages readily, and food arrives to table piping hot.”

“T Burgers is definitely one of those classic burger spots you gotta check out. We tried a bunch of their food, and honestly, everything came out fresh.

The pastrami burger was loaded with juicy pastrami, the breakfast burrito was massive and packed with flavor, and the chili cheese fries were straight-up comfort food. The waffle fries stayed crispy, and the zucchini and onion rings were fried perfectly with a nice crunch.

To top it all off, we finished with the funnel fries, and man… those were addictive. Crispy, fluffy, and covered in powdered sugar they were the perfect sweet ending to the meal.

Overall, if you’re craving a classic burger joint with big portions and solid food, Tees Burgers is definitely worth the visit. I’ll definitely be back!”

“Great environment, staff and drinks, and they help support local small businesses. Great place to be!”

“Great service and friendly staff. Dan, Andrew, and Scotty are attentive and fun to watch behind the bar. Our food was excellent! A must try!!”

“Super huge portions and delicious! My boyfriend and I both couldn’t finish our food haha. They have a special for each day of the week. Can’t wait to try more items in the future!”

“Lucas was an amazing server. Kept us laughing the whole time. Definitely coming back in the near future!”

“The food is second to none!”

“Great pizza! Had the Deep Dish pizza today....and didn't know they had deep dish pizza until today. Guess you miss out on some tbings, when you haven't been there for over a year.”

“Most of so called Taiwanese restaurants are for snack food or street food. It’s so hard to find Taiwanese banquet cuisine, so every time we are in LA, we stop by here. This spot is the closest to the authentic Taiwanese food we can find within in California and Nevada.
Comparing to Cantonese food or Sichuan food, Taiwanese cuisine is on the light and healthy side, not oily or salty.

Below are some must orders:

Kidney and chicken testicle in sesame oil broth. They make the freshest kidney and not overcooked!

Chicken roll. They homemade it on site, super juicy and delicious.

COD with chili paste. Very flavor and really juicy fish.

Eel sticky rice. We added salted duck yolk which enhanced the flavor and presentation.

Intestines. They do not have the authentic vinaigrette flavor but still good.

I have been craving for the slow braised trotter with bamboo (bamboo is actually the highlight of this dish), so I pre-ordered it. It’s a big portion for 10 people.

Taro dessert. Not too sweet and not greasy but just a perfect combo for the dessert.

It’s very spacious inside, nice and clean. Easy and pretty of parking in the lot as well.”

“I just want to say this is my all time favorite Starbucks. Jaye, Ericka, Jose(I think I’m sorry) and Mallory are absolutely the best of the best. My drinks are always the best when this team is working.

Jaye and Ericka are both absolutely so sweet and kind, both need to be recognized for not only their hard work but dedication to creating experiences with their customers! Thank you Monrova team for always making my coffee and treating my dog, Emma! 🫶🏻 yall the real MVPs here!

If you like coffee like that, like me and my dog do. I highly recommend this place.

My dog: 🎾/10”

“Good burgers and coffee
3/8/23 Thank you to Anthony who assisted me so nicely at the drive thru window. Very friendly and kind.
5/27/26 THANK YOU JOSHUA FOR YOUR SERVICE IN THE RESERVED DELIVERY AREA. YOU ARE GOOD EMPLOYEE IN MCDONALDS.”

“Great tacos of all kind & affordable. Fish tacos, potatoe tacos, carne asada tacos, & more Mexican dishes. It's a small place with only a few tables. But it's mainly a take home food place. They have special either Wednesdays or Thursday & it's 2 for one. They select which tacos will be on special. Customer service has always been kind friendly people.”

“Our favorite pizza in Monrovia and the Greek Salad is a must. The folks that work here are always smiling and make their pies consistently of high quality and have done so over time. Highly recommended.”

“By the way MONROVIA has the cleanest bathrooms I've ever seen. I made sure to tell them. We took our table cloth and sat in there for over an hour as we enjoyed our food. Thanks guys for your great customer service. Looks like you all take pride in your work. Love that!”

“Some unique flavors and some familiar. Customer service at the bar is unparalleled, like the all-day happy hour pricing. I’m very happy when I come to this place, regardless of what I order.”

“yeah so I finally tried that place on magnolia everyone's been talking about and honestly it hit the spot pretty well. the kimchi jjigae was super comforting on a cold day and had just the right amount of spice to warm you up without making you sweat through your shirt or anything dramatic but it was definitely solid. the side dishes were good too with the little fishcake being my favorite but i wish they gave you more banchan for how much the entrees cost, you know, like at least refill once. the bulgogi was tender and had a nice sweet marinade that paired well with the ssamjang and lettuce wraps they brought out, though the serving size felt a bit small for the price. i gobbled it up pretty quick and was kinda wishing i had ordered an extra rice bowl to make sure i got full. honestly id go back for the soup alone but id probably skip the grill items unless im really craving it and just stick to the hot pot choices since that is what they seem to do best.”

“Quick and friendly service! Every bite of food was like the first! Wonderful Cadilllac Margarita!”

“Tried this place for the first time since I was in the area. Got a brown sugar milk tea with boba. The tea was good and not too sweet. Boba was nice and chewy. I like that I was able to order online and just pick it up. Would come back here again!”

“Delicious açaí and great customer service and great prices”

“Fresh and delicious! Great local spot!”

“House made noodles made to order. You can watch. I got beef and noodles in broth. Sublime. Small, family run. Efficient and family run. Extensive menu,for many return visits .”

“Great place, delicious food 😋. Worth the drive 👍”

“It is a very good place to visit and they have out door seating very nice 👍 and the staffs are very friendly and professional of what they do and they are very beautiful 😍 and makes Starbucks beautiful place to visit.”

“Excellent food (and service) at good prices. Dinner plates are hearty with plenty of food to split in half. Thank you!”

“So happy I found this place. Food is amazing”

“This place is great! Always consistent and good. If I ever walk in there and see a brand new Coke Machine replacing the old Pepsi machine I will be thrilled! I think that would be a really good upgrade.”

“I absolutely enjoy Jamba Juice!! Everyday other day I stop by after my workout and get a protein smoothie. The establishment is always clean, and the staff is always welcoming, and friendly. Thank you Jamba for serving great smoothies!!?”

“I would recommend the Bihun goreng, the sotomie Jakarta, and the kwetiau goreng”

“Excellent wine choices and even better recommendations feom the server. Food was amazing and pairs perfectly with the wine. Small local spot everyone should visit!”

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“Excellent service and a creative menu .”

“The Heart of Monrovia
​If you are looking for more than just a meal, this spot is a local gem. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is incredibly warm; the staff truly treats everyone like family. You aren’t just a customer here—you’re a guest in their home.
​The service is attentive without being overbearing, and the genuine smiles make every dish taste even better. Whether it’s your first visit or your fiftieth, the hospitality remains consistent and heartfelt. It is the perfect place for a comforting, authentic dinner.”

“My family and I love Casa J, sometimes its twice a week, love the Molcajete and Fish Tacos are so good! Staff is friendly and they pretty much know my drinks and how I like them! Thanks Casa Jimenez for the good food and cold beer!!!”

“Best fresh Mex ever! Love the Ultimo Burrito- I've been enjoying it since 1999! Great salsa bar too! Wish they had this place in Astoria, Oregon - wishful thinking!”

“Restaurant owner has a heart of gold and truly cares about the Monrovia community. Thank you for all that you do!”

“Kevin and Eric are the proprietors and they deliver great poke dishes! Love the food. Love the atmosphere.”

“Delicious! Ordered a couple dozen cupcakes for my daughter’s birthday party, and they were great. I wish I had taken pictures, because they looked as good as they tasted. Unfortunately, they didn’t last long once the kiddos saw them. Thanks, Chay’s Treats!”

“It was delicious I would definitely recommend this place to everyone I know”

“Fantastic. Delightful. Yummy. We had their carne asada burritos, carne asada taco and el pastor taco. Everything was so flavorful. I was craving carne asada, but great carne asada not the bland stuff you find at most places. They city we live in DOES NOT have a single place that satisfies our taco and burritos craving. We found this place by chance and it did not disappoint. Trust the 5 star reviews. They're telling the truth. Although this is a 30-40 minute drive from home, we will gladly make the drive for this food. Oh and the horchata is the best!”

“Very comfortable place to be in. Everyone was relaxed and you could hear the staff in the kitchen communicating getting the orders out. They have good lighting, a larger modern menu board with a great selection. They had light hearted music playing and a big tv to watch the Dodger games. I was surprised to see Birria on the menu so had to get that for sure! I think I will may this my goto spot a couple days a week so I can eat better for less and no dishes to wash.”

“First time eating there. My granddaughter took me out to lunch and I will for sure go back!”

“Not really a Boba fanatic but came here with some friends and had some refreshing and ultra delicious Taro Tea with Boba. It was so chilled and yummy that I will definitely come back as well as on Tuesdays as they have some size-up deal. They make their own Boba! Quality and taste is tops🏅🏅🏅”

“Yummy❣️❣️❣️staff is phenomenal ❣️❣️❣️”

“A good place to visit and Clara is very friendly and helpful and I went to the doctors office and did a NM Myocardial Perfusion and didn't drink coffee for more than twenty four hours and highly advised to drink coffee after the doctors visit”

“This is a great local spot to get good Mexican food at a good price. I often get a carne asada burrito or fish tacos, but I have had so many things on their menu, and they are all excellent! The are quick in making the food, and they are my go-to place! I get take-away, but they do have a couple tables outside if you want to eat it there.”

“It was a good clean taste. I will be back.”

“Classic burger spot, staple of Monrovia!”

“These sandwiches are ridiculously delicious! With celiac, I was unsuccessful finding tasty, safe alternatives. The Philly cheesesteak is my favorite. My husband, who has no allergy issues, loves their chicken sandwiches. Great place!”

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“I work for Doordash and I loved the courteous service and pretty face of the server it made me feel comfortable and welcome. They greeted me like I was a king and they respectfully wished me farewell as I left.”

“Very pleasant staffs and the food was great and delicious at a very reasonable prices. I'm so impressed by the way they greeted you and make you very comfortable. They pay so much attentions to their patrons regardless of your ethnicity.”

“I wanted to write a review of the arepa I had!It appears to be that there is no set location for this food vendor, but their business is registered at the Monrovia City Hall because they sell at the Farmer's Market on Friday evenings.Firstly, really delicious!My arepa had shredded beef, with panela cheese, mixed veggies, and maduros (fried banana).Soooo good!Real authentic arepa.The shredded beef was seasoned perfectly, warm and juicy, but not overwhelming nor drenching. The panela had a good al dente rubber feeling to it, which was not hard and not too soft. Alongside the fresh spinach and lettuce and warm starchy fried banana slices. Everything within a warm maize dough bread.It's all sooo good!5/5”

“Best Little Caesars ever take care customer service always with a smile one place that I can see that is honorable to their word 100% customer satisfaction guarantee the customer is always right no question much love”

“Really missed Taiwanese breakfast! The meatball and rice bowl were very authentic 😋. The salty soy milk wasn’t quite what I expected — not the same as back home.”

“Delicious ice cream and customer service 👍🏻”

“I am a chili dog guy. Great with fries and Pepsi.”

“So happy I found this place. Food is amazing”

“Best Cafe in Old Monrovia Town !!!”

“Delish! Go early; it's a must try!”

“Exceptionally professional staff and I love it so much!

While I was waiting for my pizza, a staff approached me and started apologizing for the mistake that someone else took my pizza and they had to remake it, and she promised that she’ll take care of my order as priority to avoid any further delay. I love that they acknowledge the mistake and take action on it quickly, even before I realized (i didn’t feel I was waiting too long). I appreciate them being professional and thoughtful for the customers.”

“Desde san francisco vine a probar este restaurant y lo recomiendo 100% toda mi familia de 9 personas se fueron enamoradas de Jesús fue el mesero un gran mesero. Muy buena calidad todo bien calientito, Erick fue el host muy amable parece el dueño se asegura que todo esté en orden nombre me fue enamora gracias @cafe de olla mil gracias”

“It's our first time eating here; the chicken was delicious and everything was excellent. The venue, the food, and the staff were all top-notch. A special shout-out to Lorena—thank you for taking such good care of us and explaining everything in detail since it was our first visit. We will definitely be back.”

“Good service people nice food is good price not bad”

“Came in as it was my first time Alissa took my order and she was amazing and had great customer service she was very helpful as it was my first time here she made it a great experience. Very clean restaurant and food was really good and fresh. Will be coming back”

“one of the best chick fil a I've discovered in awhile thanks to Zy for pointing us in the direction of this top tier chick fil a!”

“Empanadas for breakfast, lunch & dinner are delicious!”

“By the way MONROVIA has the cleanest bathrooms I've ever seen. I made sure to tell them. We took our table cloth and sat in there for over an hour as we enjoyed our food. Thanks guys for your great customer service. Looks like you all take pride in your work. Love that!”

“T Burgers is definitely one of those classic burger spots you gotta check out. We tried a bunch of their food, and honestly, everything came out fresh.

The pastrami burger was loaded with juicy pastrami, the breakfast burrito was massive and packed with flavor, and the chili cheese fries were straight-up comfort food. The waffle fries stayed crispy, and the zucchini and onion rings were fried perfectly with a nice crunch.

To top it all off, we finished with the funnel fries, and man… those were addictive. Crispy, fluffy, and covered in powdered sugar they were the perfect sweet ending to the meal.

Overall, if you’re craving a classic burger joint with big portions and solid food, Tees Burgers is definitely worth the visit. I’ll definitely be back!”

“Decent burger spot. Food’s good and the staff is friendly. I’ve driven past it 100’s of times, I finally stopped and tried it. It’s great!”

“Very pleasant staffs and the food was great and delicious at a very reasonable prices. I'm so impressed by the way they greeted you and make you very comfortable. They pay so much attentions to their patrons regardless of your ethnicity.”

“I work for Doordash and I loved the courteous service and pretty face of the server it made me feel comfortable and welcome. They greeted me like I was a king and they respectfully wished me farewell as I left.”

“I have been to this Wendy's a couple of times while visiting LA and it has always been a pleasure. One of my favorites is their Frosty Fusion Oreo Brownie. It is unique and so delicious. Service is great and so is the dining atmosphere.”

“Very comfortable place to be in. Everyone was relaxed and you could hear the staff in the kitchen communicating getting the orders out. They have good lighting, a larger modern menu board with a great selection. They had light hearted music playing and a big tv to watch the Dodger games. I was surprised to see Birria on the menu so had to get that for sure! I think I will may this my goto spot a couple days a week so I can eat better for less and no dishes to wash.”

“My friend brought cupcakes from here this past weekend. We both loved them. I have a sweet tooth so my dulce de leche flavor was perfect 😋 It was moist and just the right amount of sweet for me. My friend liked her peanut butter chocolate as well. Will need to check out this place in person next time.”

“The wait wasn’t too long, the servers were really attentive, and the food was good. The ambiance wasn’t overwhelming, like a few other places I’ve had brunch at, and it added to the great experience we had. Definitely recommend for a Friday morning girl’s day. We’ll be back!”

“I staff is amazing, very welcoming not just with me but every guest. Trust me, I come almost every day now. I absolutely love the black vanilla latte, I'm obsessed.”

“Don't go here if you are looking for a quick meal - went on a quiet Monday to dine in, waited 22 minutes to receive 3 hamburgers and fries. Have to admit, they all tasted great!! Very bothered with how many people asked for a cup for water and then filled them with soda - that's both lying and cheating, and the sodas don't cost that much!!”

“I work at a nearby business and stopped by San Fernando Coffee Co. to pick up breakfast and coffee for our team. Emely welcomed me as soon as I walked in, and Karen and Diana were also so kind and helpful. Everyone provided excellent customer service, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the food and drinks were delicious. I highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area!”

“Little skewers are the best over-all barbecue place to go in my opinion. A lot of bbq places have food quality and sanitation problems. But little skewers never disappointed me. Service at very branch is good a usual.
There was a singer performance on Friday. I think the place has limited vacancy for that. It was loud and hard to talk. It was also weird that the singer is walking around by every table when you are eating.”

“Best Cafe in Old Monrovia Town !!!”