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Cafe Monarch, Scottsdale, AZ
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Cafe Monarch

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$50 and over
Contemporary American
6939 E 1st Avenue, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

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2 people
19:00
Booked 29 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Great for fine wines
Welcome to a world of culinary elegance and sophistication you will not find anywhere else in Arizona. Named by Trip Advisor as a Top Three Fine Dining Restaurant in the Nation, this family owned and operated gem in the heart of historic Old Town Scottsdale has earned an illustrious reputation for its first-rate service, elegant ambiance, and five-star cuisine.

At Cafe Monarch the menu is always changing, bringing you an ever-evolving array of innovative culinary creations that feature nothing but the finest in premium fresh, local, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients. The four-course prix fixe menus are meticulously designed to delight even the most sophisticated of palates.

Additionally, each server at Cafe Monarch is trained through the prestigious Court of Master Sommeliers program. *Dress Code: Collared Shirts and Long Pants Required. Dress Jacket Strongly Preferred. No T-Shirts, Hoodies, Shorts or Sandals. ***Children 10 and up only.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Gus Lewkowicz

From the OpenTable editors: There's a reason this stunner in historic Old Town Scottsdale is consistently ranked among the most romantic restaurants in the region. Ornate chandeliers, ivy-covered walls, and white tablecloths set the mood for a seasonal, four-course tasting menu that might include duck breast with apricot chutney. Pair that with selections from one of the best wine lists in the city.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Organic, Global, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Host your special event, private function or business dinner in one of America’s Top 25 Best Restaurants.
  • Private party contact
    Kyle Hingorani: (480) 970-7682 ext. 3
  • Area
    Old Town Scottsdale
  • Cross Street
    SW Corner of 1st Ave and Goldwater BLVD
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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What 7,925 people are saying

Cafe Monarch 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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 5Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    Best Overall

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    Best Food

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    Best Service

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    Best Ambience

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    Great for fine wines

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    Romantic

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    Contemporary American

  • Scottsdale

    Best Overall

  • Scottsdale

    Best Food

  • Scottsdale

    Best Service

  • Scottsdale

    Best Ambience

  • Scottsdale

    Great for fine wines

  • Scottsdale

    Romantic

  • Scottsdale

    Good for special occasions

  • Scottsdale

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Monarch offers an unparalleled dining experience with "phenomenal food," "impeccable service," and a "beautiful ambience." Guests rave about its "creative and imaginative cuisine" and the "thoughtfully curated" multi-course menus. Perfect for special occasions, it's consistently praised as "the best restaurant" in Scottsdale, providing a memorable culinary journey.
7,925 Reviews
  1. Jigar

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pros : Great first 3 courses. Great ambience. Great service True Gem in Phoenix. Cons: not exactly a con but mediocre. Main course was average from the upward trajectory and expectations created. Saving grace : Great Chocolate dessert as a closure for a celebrating event dinner.

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  2. Agnes

    Dallas5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Exceptional 4 course meal and wonderful service ! Top notch customer service !

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  3. Daniel VIP

    Central Coast39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tonight’s dinner was wonderful. We enjoy sitting at the bar and speaking with Dan the bartender and his associates. The whole experience is really a pleasure. We enjoyed the four course dinner, my companion had the pea soup, shrimp, and pork. I had the tuna, shrimp, salmon, and lamb chops. All perfectly prepared and presented, with an explanation of the course by the young server. We finished with an espresso martini and a double espresso. Lovely evening. Couldn’t ask for more.

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  4. James

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a fantastic time; we will be back. Service was perfect for the occasion

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  5. Brad

    Denver3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An absolutely incredible culinary experience with phenomenal service!

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  6. peter VIP

    Vancouver13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always dining at Cafe Monarch is truly a wonderful experience. I have been there numerous times and it has never failed to impress. The food was delicious, the service impeccable and the decor is warm and inviting. Another superb evening at Cafe Monarch

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  7. tim

    Phoenix8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food, service and environment. It is quite expensive. My glass of Far Niente chardanay was only average.

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  8. Michelle VIP

    Orange County56 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an incredible dining experience. The staff is amazing and food is beyond anything you have ever eaten. Every dish highlighted the spring produce. The chef is so creative and innovative in the building of the tasting menu experience. I can’t wait to go back. A special thank you to Lex and Chef for an unforgettable evening.

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  9. Kevin VIP

    Phoenix7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect again. The food and service are tough to beat!

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  10. Tina

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service. Beautiful restaurant. It was our second time dining there and we would come again!

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Cafe Monarch is rated 4.9 stars by 7925 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. Phoenix / Arizona
  4. Scottsdale
  5. Old Town Scottsdale

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2 people
19:00
Booked 29 times today
Google Map for Cafe Monarch

6939 E 1st Avenue, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    SW Corner of 1st Ave and Goldwater BLVD
  • Area
    Old Town Scottsdale
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Organic, Global, International
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Host your special event, private function or business dinner in one of America’s Top 25 Best Restaurants.
  • Private party contact
    Kyle Hingorani: (480) 970-7682 ext. 3
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