Great food and service! The fish and chips were the best I've had on the west coast. We also tried the mozzarella sticks, the American club and sweet potato fries which were of great quality and taste.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: 1 PC Fish and Chips, Mozzarella Sticks, Fish & Chips
Isaac Cowen
Really great atmosphere. Great outdoor space lots of space heaters if it's a crisp night. Staff was very friendly. Unfortunately food is just so-so.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 4
Michael May
I walked in the last day of my work trip and wish it was the first.Was greeted immediately after walking in asking if I'd been taken care of yet, then given a table right away.Amy gave me a menu and took my drink order while I figured out what I wanted to eat.Lee approached me next asking if I'd been helped and offered suggestions for food and answered all my questions.I had my drink before I knew what I wanted to eat!Amazing cohesiveness here, I wish I'd found this spot on the first day of my trip.I'll definitely come back to the area and when I do, Monarch is #1 on my list!Parking: Parked in the middle of the street on a busy Friday night.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger, Fish & Chips
Jim B.
Great English style pub. Had the deep fried artichokes for an appetizer, amazing the beer batter is light but very tasty. Had the Fish & Prawns with steak fries. The Cod is on point, prawns are delicious and the steak fries were plentiful and delicious. Will return the next time we go to the Monterey Peninsula. Our server was Cherise, she was great, friendly and prompt.
Nicole LaCasse
Nice waitress but the food was absolutely disgusting. Frozen turkey burger that was hard as rock and unseasoned fries Better off getting gas station food.
Kinshasha J.
Cute, delicious, great location, attentive staff; everything you could want. Highly recommend!
Adithya Athreya
A lovely pub to enjoy a chilled beer or a hot meal when in Pacific Grove. Not too far from the beach, you can either enjoy the beach and then go to the pub or do the reverse like I did. Had a lovely walk up and down the beach after my fish and chips and beer.Lovely patio seating with a semi enclosed deck and a fire table to keep the chill moderately at bay.Right in the heart of downtown Pacific Grove, there are plenty of shops around to look into before or after your meal.Unfortunately no photos this time of my beer and fish and chips
Mj Stearns - Your Local Santa Cruz Realtor
I had a wonderful experience at the Monarch Pub & Restaurant in Pacific Grove. This charming spot exudes a cozy and inviting atmosphere that I absolutely adore.To begin my meal, I opted for the mozzarella sticks as an appetizer. They were perfectly crispy and gooey, accompanied by a delicious dipping sauce. For the main course, I decided to try the Monarch's Classic Apple Salad. Even though I'm not particularly fond of blue cheese, the friendly staff gladly accommodated my request to swap it out for feta cheese. With the addition of balsamic dressing, bacon bits, mixed greens, apples, dried cranberries, and candied pecans, every bite was a delightful explosion of flavors. I really enjoyed it!I chose to sit outside by the fire, which made for a lovely evening ambiance. The service at the Monarch Pub & Restaurant was top-notch and the entire dining experience left me satisfied. The food was beyond delicious, and the attentive staff made sure everything went smoothly.Overall, if you ever find yourself in Pacific Grove, I highly recommend visiting this cute little spot. The Monarch Pub & Restaurant offers a cozy atmosphere, delectable dishes, and excellent service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Chicken, Turkey Burger, Burger, Fish & Chips, Caesar Salad, Monarch Burger, Strawberry Fields
Hamster Nchips
A taste of old blighty. Great beer selection, pub grub, and a few tastes of England.Vegetarian options: Lots of vegetarian and pescatarian friendly options.Wheelchair accessibility: Some of the outdoor seating is wheelchair accessible.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mushy Peas, Burger, Fish & Chips
Marc D.
A favorite stop for a beer and fries when I'm in town, the burgers are great as well. Can't beat the outside seating on a clear day!
Solid pub grub with patio seating and friendly service. Great place to hang out for a few cold ones with some friends.Whenever I see fried mushrooms in a pub setting, I'm getting them, and these did not disappoint. Buttery, beer battered, and a delicious ranch dressing. We also had some salads and pints. Server, who I believe was the owner, was very personable and quick. We did not go long with empty glasses. My wife enjoyed a couple of their chocolate martinis. Cute corner location in downtown PG. The interior of this establishment is a bit dive-y. There are a lot of options in the Monterey area, but if you're in the mood for some greasy fried delicious goodness and you've caught a day with some sun out, The Monarch is solid!!!
Jennifer T.
Came here for dinner after hunting for a dog friendly restaurant on a Wednesday night. The patio is a great place to hang out. There's a big fire pit and heaters to keep everyone toasty and I like that the tables were spaced far enough apart so I didn't feel like my dogs were being a nuisance to staff and people nearby. We got a mule and hot toddy for drinks. They have a good selection of beers on tap as well as bottles and a small cocktail menu. For dinner we got mozzarella sticks to share. These were deep fried cheese sticks, nothing to complain about. I like that they have plenty of marinara and ranch sauce. For entrees I got the Reuben with side salad and my partner got the banger sandwich with a side of fries. Both were very good and a decent portion size. Our waiter was very fast with getting food, new drink orders and our check and takeout box when we were done. Would definitely come back.
Dan B
Great place for some food and quick drink. Try the deep fried artichokes for a real treat! Batter was just right. Dog friendly too.Wheelchair accessibility: Easy access to the outside seating
Love this place. It's honestly one of 2 spots I always try and eat when I'm in the area. Great staff, fantastic food, and a nice outdoor area for beautiful days.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Turkey Sandwich
Sonya Morley
Beer was good, food was good, but served on paper in a plastic basket that doesn't really work for salads. Ice water tasted musty.
Great food and service! The fish and chips were the best I've had on the west coast. We also tried the mozzarella sticks, the American club and sweet potato fries which were of great quality and taste.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: 1 PC Fish and Chips, Mozzarella Sticks, Fish & Chips
Really great atmosphere. Great outdoor space lots of space heaters if it's a crisp night. Staff was very friendly. Unfortunately food is just so-so.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 4
I walked in the last day of my work trip and wish it was the first.Was greeted immediately after walking in asking if I'd been taken care of yet, then given a table right away.Amy gave me a menu and took my drink order while I figured out what I wanted to eat.Lee approached me next asking if I'd been helped and offered suggestions for food and answered all my questions.I had my drink before I knew what I wanted to eat!Amazing cohesiveness here, I wish I'd found this spot on the first day of my trip.I'll definitely come back to the area and when I do, Monarch is #1 on my list!Parking: Parked in the middle of the street on a busy Friday night.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger, Fish & Chips
Great English style pub. Had the deep fried artichokes for an appetizer, amazing the beer batter is light but very tasty. Had the Fish & Prawns with steak fries. The Cod is on point, prawns are delicious and the steak fries were plentiful and delicious. Will return the next time we go to the Monterey Peninsula. Our server was Cherise, she was great, friendly and prompt.
Nice waitress but the food was absolutely disgusting. Frozen turkey burger that was hard as rock and unseasoned fries Better off getting gas station food.
Cute, delicious, great location, attentive staff; everything you could want. Highly recommend!
A lovely pub to enjoy a chilled beer or a hot meal when in Pacific Grove. Not too far from the beach, you can either enjoy the beach and then go to the pub or do the reverse like I did. Had a lovely walk up and down the beach after my fish and chips and beer.Lovely patio seating with a semi enclosed deck and a fire table to keep the chill moderately at bay.Right in the heart of downtown Pacific Grove, there are plenty of shops around to look into before or after your meal.Unfortunately no photos this time of my beer and fish and chips
I had a wonderful experience at the Monarch Pub & Restaurant in Pacific Grove. This charming spot exudes a cozy and inviting atmosphere that I absolutely adore.To begin my meal, I opted for the mozzarella sticks as an appetizer. They were perfectly crispy and gooey, accompanied by a delicious dipping sauce. For the main course, I decided to try the Monarch's Classic Apple Salad. Even though I'm not particularly fond of blue cheese, the friendly staff gladly accommodated my request to swap it out for feta cheese. With the addition of balsamic dressing, bacon bits, mixed greens, apples, dried cranberries, and candied pecans, every bite was a delightful explosion of flavors. I really enjoyed it!I chose to sit outside by the fire, which made for a lovely evening ambiance. The service at the Monarch Pub & Restaurant was top-notch and the entire dining experience left me satisfied. The food was beyond delicious, and the attentive staff made sure everything went smoothly.Overall, if you ever find yourself in Pacific Grove, I highly recommend visiting this cute little spot. The Monarch Pub & Restaurant offers a cozy atmosphere, delectable dishes, and excellent service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Chicken, Turkey Burger, Burger, Fish & Chips, Caesar Salad, Monarch Burger, Strawberry Fields
A taste of old blighty. Great beer selection, pub grub, and a few tastes of England.Vegetarian options: Lots of vegetarian and pescatarian friendly options.Wheelchair accessibility: Some of the outdoor seating is wheelchair accessible.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mushy Peas, Burger, Fish & Chips
A favorite stop for a beer and fries when I'm in town, the burgers are great as well. Can't beat the outside seating on a clear day!
Restaurantji Recommends
Solid pub grub with patio seating and friendly service. Great place to hang out for a few cold ones with some friends.Whenever I see fried mushrooms in a pub setting, I'm getting them, and these did not disappoint. Buttery, beer battered, and a delicious ranch dressing. We also had some salads and pints. Server, who I believe was the owner, was very personable and quick. We did not go long with empty glasses. My wife enjoyed a couple of their chocolate martinis. Cute corner location in downtown PG. The interior of this establishment is a bit dive-y. There are a lot of options in the Monterey area, but if you're in the mood for some greasy fried delicious goodness and you've caught a day with some sun out, The Monarch is solid!!!
Came here for dinner after hunting for a dog friendly restaurant on a Wednesday night. The patio is a great place to hang out. There's a big fire pit and heaters to keep everyone toasty and I like that the tables were spaced far enough apart so I didn't feel like my dogs were being a nuisance to staff and people nearby. We got a mule and hot toddy for drinks. They have a good selection of beers on tap as well as bottles and a small cocktail menu. For dinner we got mozzarella sticks to share. These were deep fried cheese sticks, nothing to complain about. I like that they have plenty of marinara and ranch sauce. For entrees I got the Reuben with side salad and my partner got the banger sandwich with a side of fries. Both were very good and a decent portion size. Our waiter was very fast with getting food, new drink orders and our check and takeout box when we were done. Would definitely come back.
Great place for some food and quick drink. Try the deep fried artichokes for a real treat! Batter was just right. Dog friendly too.Wheelchair accessibility: Easy access to the outside seating
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beer Battered Artichoke Hearts Beer Battered Mushrooms Fries
Love this place. It's honestly one of 2 spots I always try and eat when I'm in the area. Great staff, fantastic food, and a nice outdoor area for beautiful days.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Turkey Sandwich
Beer was good, food was good, but served on paper in a plastic basket that doesn't really work for salads. Ice water tasted musty.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5