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Cafe Monarch, Scottsdale, AZ

Cafe Monarch

4.9
4.9
6778 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American
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.


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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 15 times today
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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • 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

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Gus Lewkowicz

  • Private party facilities

    Host your special event, private function or business dinner in one of America’s Top 25 Best Restaurants.

  • Private party contact

    Megan Lewkowicz: (480) 970-7682 ext. 3

  • Neighbourhood

    Old Town Scottsdale

  • Cross Street

    SW Corner of 1st Ave and Goldwater BLVD

  • Parking Details

    Complimentary Valet

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wine

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What 6,778 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
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    Best Overall

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    Best Service

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    Best Ambience

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    Great for fine wines

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    Romantic

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    Good for special occasions

  • 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

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great fofos and service. Definitely coming back to this place.
  2. Diner8

    Phoenix

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a perfect meal experience for our 20th anniversary. We both loved everything about it and highly recommend Cafe Monarch as the best dining experience in Phoenix, for those looking for something extraordinary,and those who remember the way great restaurants used to be before everything became steak houses and resort-relaxed. We will be going back many more times in the future for special occasions or when we miss truly fine dining. Thank you to the staff and everyone who had a hand in making it an evening to remember.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service, delicious food! Beautiful dining experience for a special occasion
  4. ThomasS

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely thee best culinary experience of my life. We went “ all in” on the eight course menu with the nice wines. Expensive but totally worth it. The most beautiful, well thought out design and decorations. The staff was so professional, knowledgeable and gracious. This is the place you want to take that special love one for an unforgettable experience….
  5. Jacksonian

    Mississippi

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding! It was very comfortable in the lovely courtyard with the misters. Each course was delicious. The service was top notch. This was my second visit and it was better than I remembered.
  6. vasi

    Chicago

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great first time experience, would dine here again
  7. Heidi

    Denver

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This exceeded our expectations and we have told everyone what an exceptional dining experience we had. Outstanding wine, service and food. Thank you for a memorable evening
  8. JeannietheFoodie

    Phoenix

    72 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    72 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Arizona is so lucky to have Cafe Monarch! Great place for special occasions! We come here for birthdays, anniversaries and anytime that warrants a nice treat! 4-Course meal is definite must try! The service is amazing from the hostess stand to the dining room! The personalized menu is a nice touch! Thank you! Every dish is stunning, and described by every person who brings it out. Each dish is a work of art and incredibly delightful! Thank you to Drew and his team for making our anniversary a wonderful dining experience!
  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What. A. Culinary. Experience. Wow. Michelin Star incoming whenever someone can get out there to review. What’s taking so long!?
  10. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An unbelievably amazing experience. This was the dinner where I officially “popped the question”. The atmosphere was perfectly romantic, the food was to die-for, and the service… just absolutely STELLAR – probably the best I have ever had ANYWHERE. There couldn’t have been a better setting or night for our engagement.
  11. MannyA

    Phoenix

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent and service impeccable. Giovanni (Server) and Ned (Server Assistant) were on point. We did not catch the food runners name, but he did an excellent job explaining each of the items we selected. From the time we entered until we left, everyone was very friendly and thanked us for coming. I do believe it is the small things that separate the good from the great. Good Job, Thank you and we will be back
  12. floridanativ

    Phoenix

    112 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    112 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    This is one of the few fine dining restaurants in the greater Phoenix area. We went here for our wedding anniversary at the rent commendation of colleagues. The ambiance was a little overboard for me. Lots of decorations, fake plants and such. The service was great but I found it strange that there was not a single female to be seen other than at the host stand. The food was good and well executed but each dish has 7 to 10 ingredients. Would that many competing flavors? It's hard to really focus or feature a particular item or ingredient. They all sort of blend together. I do give them extra credit for having an awesome zero proof drink menu! The Hiramasa al Pastor was a highlight as well as the lamb chops.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible as always, don’t even look at the menu order the 8 coarse and enjoy!
  14. RevB

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for special occasion. Beautiful ambiance and excellent service
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Of all the restaurants I've booked through OpenTable, none of them have lived up to the standard that Cafe Monarch has. The ambience was gorgeous. We sat outside on the patio and the setting was romantic. The food was absolutely delicious. My favorite course was the Argentinian shrimp and it was easily the best shrimp I've ever had. The staff was what really made the experience an unforgettable one. I had the pleasure of having Michael as my waiter and was attended by Curt, Nick, and Chalen. They went above and beyond and made this dining experience a memorable one. There is no doubt that I will return to this establishment.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best in Phoenix!! One of best restaurant experiences we have ever had!
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This was our first time dining at Cafe Monarch and went in with high expectations that were absolutely met. The food and service were extraordinary . Each course provided the right amount to allow you to enjoy it while still leaving room for the next. The timing between was perfect. I highly recommend the caviar to begin the meal. The presentation is exceptional.
  18. StevenH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We did thr 8 course tasting, the first 4 courses were OUTSTANDING! The meat courses left a little to be desired. The lamb was over cooked as was the pork. Thr shining star was the Miso cod, I will be back for that!!
  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, great overall experience. Amazing service and ambiance. Really enjoyed our dinner here!
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely fabulous as good as any 3 star Michelin we have eaten at
  21. connied

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the BEST restaurant experiences we had in our entire life! We have traveled the world dined at Michelin star restaurants and this was the best!!!!! Our waiter Giovanni (the American one since there are 2) was the best ever!!!!!! If you are looking for a night to remember forever - looking to impress forever..... this is the place. Make that reservation asap!!!
  22. MariefranceA

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent dîner one of the best in Phoenix , highly recommended
  23. BarryT

    New England

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food offering with complex layering of flavors. Excellent service!!
  24. MaryT

    Phoenix

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely Wonderful! We dined outside on the beautiful patio with friends and absolutely loved the ambiance, service and food. Excellent! Possibly the best restaurant in Scottsdale and we have tried most of them.
  25. SusanF

    Des Moines

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An outstanding experience that we will remember always.
  26. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cafe Monarch is a special experience that is a must in Phoenix. Our 8 course meal with wine pairings left us wanting more if we had more room that is. Will definitely be coming back.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Most amazing experience, worth every penny. We had Kyle as our server & he did an excellent job educating us on so many aspects from the food, wine, & establishment. Super knowledgeable staff all around that made us feel so catered to. Ambiance was beautiful. Chef created the most incredible vegan foods, such a phenomenal fine dining experience. Was thrilled for me to feel included having vegan fine dining that was very thought out, I appreciate Chef for being flexible in creating dishes that fit my needs. So much flavor in every bite! Would most definitely come back, we both felt so special & honored to be there!
  28. Xavier

    New York Area

    89 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    89 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience5
    Old customer here; reconsidering for next time! Been going to Café Monarch since moving to North Scottsdale a few years back and for the first time, I can say the value proposition has tipped for me. To the point, that I will reconsider my choice for future celebrations or business dinners. 🤔 The quality of the food and service remain top notch though!
  29. Sven

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is the best restaurant in Arizona. Best Food and Service PERIOD!!!
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Simply Perfect for special occasions. We sat in the courtyard which immediately transfers you to a Jasmine filled European style oasis , food, service and ambiance are just perfect
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for a double birthday dinner with brother and his wife at the chefs reserve table. Did not disappoint. Was so much fun. The waiter was very helpful and explained everything. We met the chef and got a picture with him, which was great. Can't pinpoint the best of the eight courses as 6 tied for first. Didn't get the wine pairings, but the wine the waiter recommended for our coursed were fantastic. Highly recommend.
  32. KellyL

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful retirement celebration with good food and drinks. Our server was well educated on the food and bar menu. It was a relaxing dining experience and never felt rushed. We were seated at about table of 4 in the middle of the restaurant, so it did get a bit noisy. Our only issue is there is only one female bathroom for a very busy Saturday night and the line to wait is in their small bar area.
  33. RobertandChristina

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and 4 course meal was perfectly cooked.
  34. JenniferM

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a hidden gem in Scottsdale. I've been living in the valley since 2005 and never heard of this place until now. We took my Mother here for an early Mother's Day celebration. The courtyard entrance is beautiful and welcoming. The ambiance is beautiful. The staff is top notch and the food is AMAZING my friends. We tried the 8 course meal and it did not disappoint. We will be back very soon!
  35. alexandram

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time here but won’t be our last. Cafe Monarch was an incredible experience and the food was outstanding! Probably the best meal, service and prettiest restaurant ive been to!
  36. MarceP

    Phoenix

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I was an amazing experience, again. It was our anniversary and the menu was personalized with our last name We felt so special. We’re not breaking our anniversary tradition date dinner at Cafe Monarch
  37. TruffleLover

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding service, cocktails and food. One of the best dining experiences we’ve had. The gazpacho soup and shrimp were the highlights of the dinner, but everything was perfection.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Sacramento

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What an amazing birthday dinner. Everything was perfect, the patio seating is definitely the way to go when the weather is accommodating. So much food couldn’t even finish. Definitely well worth the money. Best restaurant so far in Arizona.
  39. Deborah

    Tucson

    65 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    65 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is the best restaurant in Arizona...hands down!
  40. WendyG

    Denver

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely fabulous! From the cocktails to the food. Service to ambience. Amazing

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Cafe Monarch is rated 4.9 stars by 6778 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.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 15 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

  • Neighbourhood

    Old Town Scottsdale

  • Hours of Operation

    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Organic, Global, International

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

  • Parking Details

    Complimentary Valet

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Gus Lewkowicz

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wine

  • 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

    Megan Lewkowicz: (480) 970-7682 ext. 3

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