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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

10 Apr 2025

19:00

Booked 32 times today

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
(480) 970-7682
Website
http://cafemonarch.com/
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

Location
6939 E 1st Avenue, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
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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Popular dishes

Chef's 8 Course TastingUS$290.00
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Surf and Turf
Argentinian Filet Mignon, Chilean Sea Bass
- Argentinian Prime Filet Mignon 6oz US$195.00
- Wagyu Filet Mignon 8oz US$235.00
- Japanese A5 Wagyu 4ozUS$285.00
Monarch Signature Cuts
Lobster, Spaetzle, Currant, Cognac Demi, Garlic Chip
- Argentinian Filet Mignon 6ozUS$155.00
- Mishima Wagyu NY Strip 6ozUS$205.00
- Japanese A5 Wagyu Filet Mignon 7ozUS$270.00
New Zealand Rack of LambUS$155.00
Potato, Cauliflower, Eggplant, Arugula, Jus
Chilean SeabassUS$145.00
Macadamia Nut, Fennel, Celery, Orange, Brown Butter
Frutti Di MareUS$165.00
Mafaldine, Lobster, Scallops, Jumbo Prawns, Nduja, Fennel
14oz Double-Cut Iberico Pork ChopUS$160.00
Tomato Glazed, Okra, Popcorn Grits, Maple

Add-Ons

Seared Hudson Valley Foie GrasUS$65.00
Stone Fruit Tart, Spiced Mascarpone, Candied Pecans
Oysters & Caviar [6]US$95.00
Osetra Caviar, Charred Pineapple Mignonette
Charred Spanish OctopusUS$55.00
Saffron-Scented Bomba Rice, Chorizo, Scallop, Rock Shrimp, Piquillo Coulis

Wine Pairings

Carefully selected by our head sommeliers and presented by our service team, educated through the Court of Master Sommeliers.

Monarch Wine PairingUS$175.00
Reserve Wine PairingUS$695.00
Grand Cru Wine PairingUS$1,500.00
Only available with 8-course tasting menu

What 7,919 people are saying

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

Noise • Moderate

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.

7,919 Reviews

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Michelle VIP
Orange County56 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 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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Kevin VIP
Phoenix7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 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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Tina
Phoenix1 review
5.0
Dined 2 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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Karen
New Orleans2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Impeccable. Every course of the tasting menu was spot on perfection. I dare you to find something you don't like.
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Lorraine
Phoenix2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
By far the best meal and experience I have ever had in Arizona. I highly recommend.
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Brenda
Phoenix3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional experience! Celebrating a special occasion. Wonderful food, staff and ambiance.
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Max VIP
Anchorage1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best restaurant we’ve ever experienced! Should have a Michelin Star…
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Sarah
Tahoe1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience! Really enjoyed the food. Service was amazing.
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Jim
New York City15 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
great overall experiience, the portions could be smaller, it is a lot of food (even for the 4 course offering)
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Charlette
Seattle4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the atmosphere. Beautiful decor. Loved the food. Loved the free valet.
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FAQs

Cafe Monarch is rated 4.9 stars by 7919 OpenTable diners.

Cafe Monarch does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

10 Apr 2025

19:00

Booked 32 times today

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

Website
http://cafemonarch.com/
Phone number
(480) 970-7682
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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Argentinian Shrimp

Petit Filet Mignon

Oysters & Caviar 6

First Course (Choice of)

Sesame Crusted Tuna Crudo

Chilled Pea Soup

Second Course (Choice Of)

Pork Belly

Argentinian Shrimp

Third Course (Choice of)

Petit Filet Mignon

Hokkaido Scallop

Fourth Course (Choice Of)

Chef's 8 Course TastingUS$290.00

Surf and Turf

Monarch Signature Cuts

New Zealand Rack of LambUS$155.00

Chilean SeabassUS$145.00

Frutti Di MareUS$165.00

14oz Double-Cut Iberico Pork ChopUS$160.00

Add-Ons

Seared Hudson Valley Foie GrasUS$65.00

Oysters & Caviar [6]US$95.00

Charred Spanish OctopusUS$55.00

Wine Pairings

Monarch Wine PairingUS$175.00

Reserve Wine PairingUS$695.00

Grand Cru Wine PairingUS$1,500.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

How is Cafe Monarch restaurant rated?

Does Cafe Monarch offer gift cards?

Is Cafe Monarch currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Dining areas

Additional information

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