BEST. PHO. EVER.Seriously. I’ve had pho at hundreds of places and nothing compares to the flavors and quality of Monarch 9 Cafe! The rest of the menu is also incredibly appetizing. My wife is vegetarian and loves the vegan pho! I love the filet mignon pho, the broth is bursting with flavor. The staff is incredibly kind and the service is top notch. Definitely a place you have to check out!
The oxtail fried rice is the new go to here. Man is that good! Luckily I split 2 entrees with my girlfriend this time, so I was also able to get the shaken beef. Both are outstanding. If youre thinking about getting a dessert, the Madeleines are delicious. Get your Madeleine reheated, it was so worthwhile. Thank you Monarch 9 for the awesome lunch experience!
I always like good sized parking lots since it’s easy to just pull in - but normally when there’s a lot of parking is a bad sign. Fortunately for us, we walked in and this place was filled “just right”. The only thing that caught us off guard was to order the food up front and we were seated only because we looked confused.We ordered almost everything on the menu, and everything had great flavor, seasoned well and not overly done and yes they advertise everywhere. No MSG, additives, and you can taste that this is true.5 stars because the owners actually care - polite on manners with the staff, everyone checked in often and not too often, music was the right level and they also let us try a few dishes.Would definitely come back!
This place is freaking awesome they informed us right away they are super busy and that the appetizers would be out first and our food might take a bit. We ordered the Vegan pho and the Chicken stir fry. The owner suggested for us to get the egg rolls and he even came to give us another order for the wait and dessert! Everyone was super kind and the food was amazing too!!
Food is good. Not quite everything was to my taste but thats personal preference. The quality is good and the portions are generous for the price. The staff is very friendly and attentive. Relaxing atmosphere inside, great place to relax for a while and have a meal.
Exceptional place for a family dinner. The vegan pho and vegan egg rolls were AMAZING. The service was personal, fast and friendly by everyone working. It was a busy night; however, we were served quickly and food was fresh and hot!
Fantastic green tea Thai ice tea will make sleeping at night a little difficult with all the caffeine. Lychee drink is just as addictive. The shaken beef is incredibly tender and flavorful. French fries are a bit thick and very copious with parmesan cheese and parsley topping. Opt for the phenomenal pho instead and other side dishes, rather than filling up on the fries. This restaurant is unforgettably good! The refrigerated display unit includes canned French pate for sale and nice desserts. Intimate interior, beautiful outdoor seating makes this restaurant feel like a fancier lunch or dinner place to want to keep coming back to.
Absolutely delicious, and the service was amazing.All their recipes come from their great grandmother.I will definitely be back next month when Im passing through Yorba Linda to see my Grand Daughter.
Just came in to town and we decided to stop by for some pho. The portions are awesome and the food was delicious. The only thing I don’t like is that you pay first before getting your food so you don’t know how great the service will be. Which makes it hard to choose a tip. Not everyone Carries cash so I went and got some macrons so i can tip them more. Although I wouldn’t recommend the macrons. The tiramisu was delicious.
As a former food critic, this is one of the most exceptional restaurants I’ve had the pleasure of dining at several times. The flavors in each dish are explosive, unique and memorable. You can’t get this taste anywhere else. Try the Monarch Fries and one of their amazing teas to start (my favorite is the Lychee Tea). The owners are warm and pleasant. Can’t wait to go back. Love you guys!
FOOD WAS SO GOOD. The owner was really nice. The best pho ever in my life. The woman gave me extra rice when I was to going the curry. Overall, great service and food. Definitely a place to try.
First time here tonight and Im coming back SOON. Definitely the best french-vietmanene food Ive ever had... The owners Tommy and Aileen are so kind and so are the employees.
Honestly its average in term of taste but I considered it to be very over price when there is nothing to write home about. If I am in the area where there is no other pho place near by then I would come but I would not come specifically just to eat anything here if that make sense. The popcorn chicken was decent. Its all-white meat, but the portion is small at $10. Oxtail fried rice a bit lack in flavor and lastly the vegetable plate for pho was super sad. Maybe they dont want to waste food for people who dont know how to eat it.
This Hidden Gem truly lives up to its title : “Best Vietnamese Restaurant in O.C”. It is a must try. Monarch 9 Is a Cafe that serves their customers authentic French influenced Vietnamese food. Their service, food, and decor are immaculate. They serve the most delicious pho I’ve ever tasted. I paired my meal with their fruit tea and Tiramisu for dessert. I will surely be coming back to try the rest of the food offered on their menu. Thank you Monarch 9 for making this a great experience with your customer service and delicious food.
Considering we paid 73 dollars for the food you would expect better portions and flavor. Maybe its me but we did not really enjoy our food. Especially knowing how much we paid for food that you can find at any Vietnamese restaurant. The Pho had a few strips of meat and over all the food was rather bland. Sorry for the bad review Im just being honest.
Small French x Vietnamese restaurant offering indoor and outdoor seating. Theyre located on a stretch with light, industrial offices and auto shops, past Costco @ Savi Ranch and Kaiser.We got some chicken pho and ox tail fried rice. The pho was good although we felt that the fried rice was salty, greasy, and sat pretty heavy. We sat on their cute outdoor patio.Service was incredibly slow and inattentive and prices are a bit high. We would try them again if not for their prices.
If you never falling in love, order the Filet mignon Pho soup and you’ll finally know the feeing. Good lawd! The most savory Pho I’ve ever had.
I learned about this through watching Tommy’s channel on YouTube. Decided to stop by and support a fellow MTBer while treating my gf to a Disneyland trip. Turned out to be a great choice. The food was excellent. Service was on point. I highly recommend the Monarch Fries, Monarch Shaken Beef and if you have a sweet tooth, the Espresso Crème Brûlée hit the spot.
Always the best. Their Filet Minon Pho is the bomb as are their eggrolls. Very modern venue, well decorated and chill atmosphere. Servers are very nice and happy to serve you. Must try the peach tea.
Best broth ever. Not even a fan of soup and I always get extra broth when I by pho. So good and nice rewards program tooUpdate - Removed a star because I feel like they are starting to skimp on their portions. My to go pho was pretty sparse on noodles, meet, and toppings. I haven’t had this issue before, so perhaps it was a fluke. I also got rotten basil, which was a bummer
Vietnamese food in Yorba Linda? Oh nice! Glad to visit it again. For some comfort food, try the chicken ginger pho and munch on the crispy rolls. The drinks are interesting and tasty too. The staff members were excellent.
Every visit is an enjoyable experience. Staff is always friendly and makes you feel welcome. Haven’t had one single dish I haven’t enjoyed. Everything is fresh and delicious. Everybody should try Monarch 9. Satisfaction guaranteed.
The food was great, downside is water isnt free and near the end the waiters got a little impatient (reasonably we were a little past our welcome) but was an overall great experience!
You can’t go wrong with Oxtail fried rice, and a fillet mignon pho. Must try!
Food quality was good but prices were a bit high. The spring rolls did not have the basil or mint just lettuce.
Came in close to closing for a late night snackThe other reviews are correct. The oxtail fried rice is legit. Great flavor and tastes like comfort food elevated.Second dish I got was the curry with noodles. Great flavor and spice. The vermicelli noodles have a different mouth feel than just using rice. Definitely recommend.Glad I stopped by!
This is a top Orange County restaurant. This is a restaurant where it is obvious considerable thought and effort went into making excellent flavors and memorable food. That sets this restaurant apart from most others out there. Also, Monarch is very reasonably priced. Most entries are in the 10-15 dollar range.The filet mignon is extremely tender and the ginger chicken pho is excellent. I also enjoyed the braised oxtail. The restaurant also serves alcohol and tea.The ambiance at the restaurant is also very nice. There are booths and small tables around a larger communal table in the middle. I suggest sitting at the communal table if you choose to go on your own because then it feels more social.I believe the proprietor works in the restaurant and she is incredibly friendly and fun. All of the serving staff that I have interacted with are welcoming as well.And dont forget the desserts. They are delicious.
Amazing find! My wife has a gluten allergy and most of the menu at this place IS gluten free!! The filet mignon pho was delicious! Lemon grass chicken pho was also good. Gluten free egg rolls 😍 everything we ordered was just great! The staff was very kind and knowledgeable! Absolutely recommend 👍Edited 8/20/2021- food is still AMAZING 🙌
The best food and excellent service by the owners themselves. Sincere, genuine people and love their customers. Highly appreciated.
Awesome food as usual! My favorites are the pork and shrimp spring rolls and main course...Filet Mignon Pho!! The best!
We had the fillet mignon pho with extra fillet mignon. It was fantastic! The drinks were delicious. The macaroons were out of this world. I would definitely recommend Monarch 9 Cafe.
AMAZING!!!! LOVE THIS PLACE! My first time here and everything was perfect. We had Monarch Fries, Filet Mignon Pho, Vegan Pho and Key Lime Cheesecake. 🍰 Wow! 😲
Dukess eggrolls and oxtail fried rice were delicious as always! Food was ready in 20 minutes.
Vietnamese restaurant but it looks fancy!I really this place.This place makes everything deliciousEspecially, oxtail fried rice and no any place has it.Must try it when you come there!
Loved it! The pho is definitely worth many return trips.
Hidden Yorba linda Gem.Pricey for sure. But you get what you pay for. Its a Vietnamese and French fusion cuisine restaurant.. expect to find macaroons here to go with your filet mignion Pho 🍜 😋
I wanted to have some nice Vietnamese food while watching a podcast on my phone in peace. Instead, the waitress would only allow me to see at a table right next to a party going on with young kids running around like crazy, even though more than half the restaurant was empty with space to sear me elsewhere. Upon asking if I could be seated away from the loud party the waitress said no and walked away, leaving me at the front entry for a long time unattended. I recommend choosing literally any other place if you want a nice meal.
This was my second time visiting this restaurant and it was as good as I remember.It is a relatively small restaurant with a comfortable feel. I enjoyed the shakin beef. I highly recommend.
Their pho soup is really good. You can definitely taste the difference and not so much msg like many other pho restaurants serve. The only thing I dont like is the price. $11 for a not so large bowl of beef ($9 for chicken) pho is a bit inflated for Orange county.
I came in looking for chicken pho or beef pho to help soothe my sore throat. I was not disappointed. The server said the recipe is from his grandma and the chicken pho is the one to get.The food was fresh and the portion size was perfect. You buy a bowl of noodle soup and you get exactly that! No half full bowl of soup nonsense here!I finally found my new phone spot in Yorba Linda!
High quality and delicious Vietnamese food. Highly recommend!!
First time eating here, definitely loved the Pho and fruit teas. Would definitely return if we are in the area.
We were pleasantly surprised about how authentically Vietnamese the food is. Best part is the food was flavorful without the msg. Service staff were warm and helpful. Definitely a place to go back over and over again.
I hadnt tried a French-Vietnames fusion, but Im a fan now!The food was amazing and the staff was great, and the environment was really nice.I had the Oxtail Fried rice and I cant recommend it enough. I plan to be back soon as everything I saw them serve looked and smelled great.
This isn’t the best Vietnamese restaurant in OC, it’s the best one in California. I eat a lot of Vietnamese food and was sincerely taken aback by how delicious these plates were. From the drinks to the dessert there was not one miss! We had the beef pho and shaken beef, the meat was tender and cooked to perfection, and the noodles were the perfect texture. Will definitely be back soon.
I wanted to like this place. Its very cute inside and they have an interesting menu. Its very expensive. 20$ for pho and wings. The bowl isnt big enough to eat it to go and it came with a fly in it! Gross.... disappointed and hungry.
Always great food and such great staff that are very nice and helpful. The owner Tommy and his wife are so nice and love when we bring in our kid. Will always support local businesses like these.
The food was awesome! Was there celebrating my nieces high school graduation from Mater Dei High School in Santa Ana. CA. The owners (Eileen and her husband) along with her staff were so friendly and helpful. I would recommend the Monarch 9 restaurant to other family members, friends, and associates. Great job to my new sister Eileen and staff! 🥰
Great service, great flavor, nice atmosphere, with a dog friendly shaded patio for outdoor seating as well. Most notable was the broth on the filet mignon pho and the flavor/texture of the wings 👍. Their fruit tea was also very refreshing
Promising menu as seen online. Great location with plenty of parking. A little disappointed by the fact that they were out of at least three food and beverage options fairly early for the dinner service. Also had a take-out lunch from there. I do not recommend the pâté on baguette, which turned out to be a baguette and a can of pâté that you had to open and spread yourself. With the lack of condiments or lettuce this was a dry-ish affair. Bahn-mi was better but not fabulous. In all, a pretty good place with potential should the owners care to step up their game.
Been wanting to come for a while and finally decided to try it out. I tried their spring rolls, filet mignon pho, Thai tea and a berries creme brulee. I would say everything was spot on except the creme brulee. One of the biggest disappointments to be honest. It felt like the actual custard was lacking flavor and also was icing. I would go back though. Just probably not for the creme brulee
Monarch 9 Cafe is truly a gem in Orange County!Growing up in Orange County, Im fortunate to pick from Pho restaurants from #1 -99999.Monarch 9, influenced by French Cuisine was a truly different experience.We got Filet Mignon Pho, Oxtail Fried Rice, and Monarch Fries. Everyone one them were fantastic! The meat on Pho was tender and melts in your mouth. Oxtail fried rice was really tasty. The Monarch fries and the garlic aioli was amazing!Tommy and and the team works hard to create some of the best Vietnamese dishes in Orange County. Yorba Linda may be little bit away from typical Vietnamese restaurants in Westminster area, but I guarantee you it is worth the drive and experience!
Great service, trendy and clean atmosphere, ox tail fried rice (near$20) and filet mignon pho (large, near $16) were both great tasting with good proportion for a big eater.
The service is warm, timely, and genuine, and the food reminds you of the fondest days of grandmas cooking. It was absolutely delicious, and you can taste the love that goes into each dish. Cant wait to go back.
Fantastic experience! Our party tried several very creative dishes. All had great, interesting flavors. Every dish made with very healthy ingredients- no bad additives. Really nice atmosphere. The owners worked very hard to create a pleasant, Covid19 safe environment. Looking forward to my next visit!
Always awesome! Never a disappointment. We probably visit this little place 3 times a month. Friendly staff, excellent food and always a nice dining environment. Love this place. The couple that own and run it love what theyre doing, 100% appreciate their customers and they have some great recipes. Highly recommended.
Really enjoy their food. The waiter and waitres all can answer our questions professional. Nice experience.
Great place for pho! Thank you Tommy and the staff! #BikeLife 🤙
Hands down the best food Ive had in the anaheim area!!! Easily the best Vietnamese!! Aileen took amazing care of us and everything was prepared to perfection. The food was very high quality and healthy ingredients! We will be back!!! Thankyou for such a great experience. #infinitymassagechairs
The food was exceptional. I had to order the food up front.
Came here for lunch for my family of 4because of the raving reviews and we livelocally. I would say, very disappointing. Ittook ages for them to bring the mainentree, and they were bringing them oneat a time! That means, one or two arefinished with their food while all the othersare staring and still waiting. The shakenbeef plate had 6 small chunks of beef andtwice amount of green bell peppers andonions! The spring rolls have some fleshytaste cold pork. We always enjoy FrenchVietnamese foods like Brodards and evenone of our fav place Pho 2012 in YL. Sad tosay, the raving reviews for this place didntmeet expectations. Have we not orderedand paid for the food upfront ( you have toorder and pay before you get a table) wewould have left the place. We will not comeback.
Nice little evening date restaurant. I sat outside and it was quite the meal. Even while outside they had a lot of heaters to keep you warm. It was lit with fairy lights, creating this nice ambient mood for us. The meals were averaging 15-18 dollars but it was well worth it all. I got the oxtail fried rice, popcorn chicken, and filet mignon pho. Everything was delicious and they have a very nice bakery as well. The Thai iced tea was the cherry on top to our delicious meal. Excited to come again
I heard story about Monarch serving the best Pho in Yorba Linda, buy we were disappointed. Its ok, not better than any other place (Pho Tasty) but they charge 14.95 for a bowl of Pho with beef.Very few options on the menu, you must go order at the counter (i guess they have a tough time finding help?) Theres nothing French about this place who claim they are a Vietnamese French restaurant.Good service (they do come and check on us) and clean.
This is my first time trying vegetarian pho and it was amazing. I would definitely recommend others to try.
This restaurant is a little bit on the pricey side, but the food and experience is worth every penny. I tried the pho ga and the vermicelli, both were phenomenal. The decor was beautiful, if youre looking for a date spot this is it. The staff checked on us plenty, and were friendly and even a little humorous! Very clean and well kept, they follow covid precautions well. Ill be coming by again, and you should pay them a visit too!
The Vegan Pho here is amazing! The broth was simply delicious. I didnt see vegetable egg rolls on the menu, but they were fantastic. Such flavors! This place gets an A+ for delicious creativity I cant wait for a return visit.
This place is absolutely fantastic. Every detail from the food, to the outdoor dining, to the staff is flawless. They clearly take a ton of pride with their work and it shows with the entire dining experience. I only write reviews if a place is amazing or horrible. Try their homemade shredded chicken pho, with no artificial bs like msg, and you will also understand why I am excited to give this establishment a 5 star review.
Took my bride here for a date night after looking for Vietnamese food in the area a few months back, but forgot to give it a review. Found this place on google. Went and checked it out. The place was awesome. Nice and romantic for my bride and I. Server was awesome and explained the Vietnamese/French connection and the culture of the food. Meal was excellent. Five stars. Highly recommend for date night or evening out with the family.
I was surprised after finally visiting this establishment. For the last decade, the restaurants which have come before this one have been very bad and thats an understatement. Monarch really made me regret not coming here sooner and more often. We had four individuals and our total with tax was $60. I believe that the price was fair when you take into consideration the quality of the food, employees, and establishment in general. If I had any complaint, it would be with the lack of spiciness and maybe the portion size. The decorations are abundant but simple to where it all blends seamlessly with each other.
Amazing food! I had the chicken pho and spring rolls yesterday, and it was so fresh and flavorful that I came back today! I had the lavender iced tea and Buddha stir fry today. Amazing!!! I am so pleased with the quality and flavors. I wish this place was in my state! I have never had pho like this. I’ll miss you Monarch 9!
Amazing food using natural ingredients. You can actually taste the difference. Very nice ambiance and friendly service. Close to the Costco we often go to. Glad to find a new local place we can patronage regularly.
The food here is soooo good!! The care and quality is prominent. Flavors are perfect. Service is super friendly and attentive. I’d been thinking about trying the restaurant for a while and I’m so glad I finally did. It’ll be a regular spot for me and my family!
Tommy and his family are awesome and really know what they’re doing. Food is amazing and so is the service. I’ve never eaten or liked Vietnamese food u til I was introduced to Monarch 9. I don’t need to say anything else other than, if you haven’t eaten here, you need to!!!!!
Phenomenal place. All fresh ingredients, everything homemade down to the Mayo!!! Exceptional flavor and the service is hands down. The Bahn Mi was an absolute favorite and ALL of the Pho broth is incredible. This will be a weekly stop! Thank you Monarch 9 Cafe!!
Had it this past Sunday with some really good friends. Im picky about my pho and it was delicious. I got the filet mignon pho I added meat balls to it, also had the shrimp spring rolls. My friends had the stir fry and spring rolls. We had some coffee that was pretty good considering I really dont drink coffee. Sorry I didnt take any pics. But the ones posted on here pretty much what it was like there. This will be one of the places I go to for my pho. Also the staff was quite pleasant and wearing mask for anyone that wanted to know.
Its Vietnamese American version of a sandwich deli that serves French baguettes with different types of meats inside. The portions are kinda stingy but the sandwiches are great.
I was looking forward to try this place after hearing good reviews, but it was just disappointing. My noodles were mushy, the spring roll tasted only of mint, and they only offered bottle water. The best thing was the bread.
We have been coming here since they opened almost 2 years ago. Everything is delicious and made fresh. Family owned, youre going to get food thats made with care and pride. The sauce that came with the spring rolls was amazing and I had to ask for more. If you havent been here yet then youre missing out!
The Oxtail fried rice was tasty with flavor. It had plenty of oxtail meat inside. Chocolate cheesecake made me want to go back for another slice and customer service is great and ambiance is relaxing and welcoming.
There is much to like here @ Monarch 9 cafe.1. The setting is very nice. They have made the effort to create an inviting space.2. The service is excellent. Engaging, friendly and helpful.3. The drinks are great, I like every one of them.Especially the peach tea.4. The food is the best part! Quality ingredients prepared from family recipes. Recipes that have been adjusted to bring out the best in the food.Instead of run of the mill potatoes, we get Japanese yams. Subtle but appreciated.Love the beef stew! Comfort food that feels upscale!Thank you!5. Desserts! Beautifully executed and as delicious as they look! Tiramisu, pistachio cake and many others.For me, best enjoyed with a Vietnamese coffee.Overall, an oasis in a desert of bells and arches.
Rare but amazing find - this is an organic pho place that caters to vegetarians & gluten-free folks. It is more pricey than your typical pho place but so worth it, especially the cabbage pho. The owner and his wife are very friendly and still gladly give you a quick overview of their restaurant/ history if its your first time
The food is some of the best. The filet minion pho is the best available in all of Orange County in my opinion and everything else we ordered was fresh and delicious. Highly recommend!
Love this place. I come weekly on my lunch.I their spring rolls and Vietnamese iced coffee all the time. Everyone is so nice and the place is very clean.Try something different like I did.
First time I ordered vegan dish that was ok but not great. This is my second time and I ordered Vermicelli Bowl Tofu which I enjoyed. Much better then Budha vegan dish on my first visit.Service was much better than first time as well.
So glad we stumbled on this little (somewhat hidden) gem one day when we were on our way to Costco and were in need of some lunch beforehand. Admittedly, we were on our way to Wahoos when we noticed this little place and decided to stop and check out the menu. I have Celiac and with all the noted gluten-free dishes I was thrilled to be able to get Pho and know it was safe! (Thank YOU!)😁First bite into the Filet Pho I was blown away at how tasty the broth was. My other half, the well-seasoned-Pho-eater that he is, admitted it was one of the best broths he has ever tasted, as well.... We also ordered the Yellow Curry with Chicken, which was also delicious. But the Pho was def my favorite!A few weeks ago I was struck with a horrible case of food poisioning (NOT from here) and the broth here saved my life! (tried the chicken this time)L❤VE this place. Wish they had a location closer to us in Corona!
Great food, and very healthy (specifying gluten free and vegan options)! The service is fast but most importantly, this family run business is probably thee most friendly and welcoming place Ive been to. This is one of my familys favorite place!
The good: chicken noodle (good flavor but sprouts and basil need work), ox tail fried rice (tasty but can use more veggies) and yellow curry (flavorful but quite spicy).The not so good: garlic fries (better with real chopped garlic instead of powder) and popcorn chicken (Im from Taiwan so I know what constitute good popcorn chicken).Service was good but the flow was a bit awkward.
Great place and friendly service!! We had the Oxtail Fried Rice, Shaken Beef and Pho!! We were not disappointed. Everything was delicious!!
A little pricy but this is in southern California so you should expect that. The food was delicious and in decent portions. The atmosphere is inviting and the staff are prompt and friendly. Definitely a date place but also good for a work day lunch. I do recommend.
The owners were extremely friendly and knowledgable and shared with us the story of their families culture and the food. The place is very well decorated inside and the food was delicious. I recommend the Blended Iced Coffee as well! SO good!
1 minute summary is that the main course is fresh and flavorful with an excellent ambiance. Monarch 9 fries with oxtail meat was amazing. Coffee and desserts were off the hook. My wife said her Lychee Mojito cocktail was excellent and their Thai ice tea was smoothest most well balanced Ive ever had.Now my full review.... We started with the Monarch 9 fries as an appetizer. The fries come with oxtail meat and was very very good. It is a fairly large bowl of fries and can be shared with a family of four.My daughter and I ordered the Filet Mignon Pho and added cabbage. The soup was very flavorful without being overly greasy. It was perfect. It had plenty of beef, noodles and vegetables (love the cabbage in the Pho).My wife ordered the Shaken Beef. A very good size portion of beef with green and red peppers, onions and rice. The beef was tender and seasoned well.For dessert we got the Flan (topped with coffee), and the chocolate cake (dark & white chocolate + water in it). The Flan was soooo good with the coffee on top. Each spoonful of the Flan with the soupy coffee was heavenly. This was my favorite. My wife and kids loved the chocolate cake. It had a mousse like consistency with a rich dark and white chocolate.... There is also a think crispy wafer in it which gives the cake a crispy texture. Excellent execution of sweet, creamy and crispy.Finally the ambiance.... Excellent. The vibe is cozy and casual with perfect lighting. Most Vietnamese restaurants are blah on the ambiance.... Monarch 9 did it just right.
All I have to say is WOW. The restaurant is nicely designed inside, belongs on a busy fancy street. The Pho is unbelievable, presentation is beautiful, fresh. The egg rolls are so delicious, not like the other Asian themed restaurants that get theirs frozen. I got the filet mignon pho and hubby got the ginger chicken pho. The drinks are pretty snazzy as well. Especially the handcrafted teas with fresh fruit. I’m definitely coming back soon.
I wanted to try so many things on the menu! Just the way they describe the food and their history is enticing. We split the oxtail fried rice and ginger chicken pho and were so happy with our decisions (it was tough - the yellow curry and beef stew sounded AMAZING).The oxtail fried rice had an incredible texture and layers of flavors. Paired with a small bowl of the beef pho, wow.Pro tip: put a little of the fried rice in a spoonful of the broth for a next level taste experience.And the chicken pho was really well flavored. I feel that at a lot of places the chicken pho is an afterthought, but this one was just as richly flavored as the oxtail.Bonus: the majority of their menu is gluten free, they even use gluten free soy sauce and have everything clearly marked on the menu. Vegan options as well!We will certainly go back if we’re in the area again!
First time here, odd covid rules for OC. Feels like this restaurant is still in the purple!Food was okay, did not have a Vietnamese feel to it and over priced like everything else is so cant blame them too much. Tell us its from their home town, Dalat, but my family (are from Dalat) disagree.
Pho filet mignon, pork sandwich, ox tail fries. ....this was our first time! What an awesome & fresh flavor. Everything was more than expected. No MSG or preservatives! Clean eating at a reasonable cost. Service exceptional. ...they get busy so get there early....off the hook! We will be back!!!
I eat Vietnamese pho all the time, but never in my life have I tasted egg rolls so delicious. The service was excellent, food was great and not to expensive. I highly recommend this place for anyone that likes veitnamese food. 100 percent, 10 out of 10 best pho place ever.
I absolutely love this place. Its the best around. The service is soooo good too. Cant beat it.
Monarch 9 Laughter is brightest where food is best. Life is a combination of magic and pho. Its difficult to think anything but pleasant thoughts while eating a homegrown broth. One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if not has not dined well. - The owners are like family!!
The feel of this restaurant is as modern as the decor. The parking is close and safe. The staff friendly and fun. In case it is a concern for you - the language is fluent YL/AH English.The wife and I are big fans of pho and we regularly visit Little Saigon for the good stuff. We heard that there is a spot in Savi Ranch slinging noodles and, being purists, we were skeptical.Needlessly skeptical, it turns out. Not only is their pho en pointe, but they also offer a vegan pho option. A delicious vegan option.This is a great place for an intimate date or for an intimate coffee after a date. Or for a coffee date which hopefully leads to an intimate date. Or for a bomb dinner with some authentic noodles and authenticer broth.We found the price a little high or else it would be 5 stars. But what is a star or two between friends. We highly recommend this coffee / noodle shop. They prob serve other stuff, but idk.
You guys... soooo good! The coffee drinks are amazing! And the food is just as good. The pho was one of the best I’ve had and I’m from LA where pho is quite popular and I am a huge fan.If you haven’t tried, you must!Staff is super super nice as well
Great experience. This restaurant is a hidden gem and is a must try for Pho lovers of all kind.
We had stopped by once to pick up fabulous french desserts, but this time we stopped to enjoy the amazing food. The Pho broth and the traditional family recipe is complex and free of artificial flavors and no msg. Try the house special,....sooo good!
Amazing Filet Mignon Pho!! The broth was so delicious and had incredible depth of flavor. This will now be my go to lunch spot. The service was great also.
Delicious upscale Vietnamese food with a touch french flare. Best Pho ive ever had! Appetizers are all great, coffee and drinks are amazing too! Friendly owners and great service make this a great spot!
Delicious! The king egg rolls were supurb. I really appreciated that they marked the menu with what items are Gluten Free. Great spot to catch up with a friend or do some studying.
The beef bone, only right here, you want collagen, cartilage, no better choice, all real deals, genuine ingredients and cooking, dont miss it
This place is amazing. The owners are incredible. The food is to die for. The servers are young, kind, and very attentive. If youre in the area, I highly recommend you go.
GREAT WAITRESS RACHEL, and Waiter Angel. Owners: Irene and Tom are so hospitable! Even got to meet Jorge, their Chief! Cant wait to go back with the Whole family!*FRESH Ingredients, NO MSG!*I was so busy eating, I forgot to take a shot of all the WONDERFUL Food! Try the Spring Rolls, (made fresh daily by Rachel)for an Appetizer, share the Astonishingly delicious Chicken Wings (how do they get that crispy texture and sweet/slightly spicy flavor?) and the Filet Mignon Pho! We topped it off with a Mixed Berry beverage (yummers!) and a Fresh iced Coffee (delicious!)The BEST EXPERIENCE and FOOD I have had in A Long time!
All their drinks are amazing! We met with the manager there and she was so friendly and provided quick service to us. We also had a few quick bites, it all tasted fresh and made to order.
Monarch 9 French Vietnamese restaurant is the best Vietnamese food I have ever tasted I encourage all Yorba Linda residents and Orange County residents to eat there; not to mention the fact that they treat you like family and their prices are fair.
Everything Ive had here is excellent!
Ok, I dont have a lot of pho experience but of love this place! The atmosphere is nice and the pho is delicious. The portions are large so keep that in mind.Fresh food and great service.
Unfortunately the past six times I’ve came to the restaurant there is no popcorn chicken. Today however it was even more disappointing because my favorite dish the chicken pho was not available due to the restaurant not having chicken.I truly enjoyed the food here but if they never have what I enjoy it makes me not want to return
This place serves consistently fresh and delicious Pho! I know I should order something else every once in a while but its seriously the best. I cant recommend this place enough.
The coffee it’s excellent. The food is pretty good. I really recommend it
Nestled along the road besides Ashley home store. Inside is a very friendly bakery/bistro type feel. The wait staff are friendly and helpful. The Monarch Shaken beef is a must try.
Best pho I have ever had. This is the second time eating there and my wife loved the pho as well. We split one of there French desserts and it was excellent.
Totally blown away by this restaurants superb food and hospitality. Authentic Vietnamese cuisine with fresh quality ingredients. I highly recommend Monarch 9 to all Pho enthusiast.
Decent food but ran out of everything! No beef, no meatballs, no fries, couldn’t get what I wanted because they didn’t have the ingredients! Took an order and was informed 20 minutes later that they didn’t have the ingredients to make the dish! What type of restaurant opens with half the menu unavailable!
The restaurant was only half full, but the staffs were so slow we had to sit at the table with no water, no attention whatsoever for more than 20minutes. We had to get up and go up to the resgister to finally get some attention but still ordering the food was not easy. And after a while they took our order, the staff came to tell us that Spring roll is not available since the guy whos making it is not in that day. I mean..cmon. how hard is it to make a spring roll? Getting dinner at Manarch was a stressful hassle and I had to leave with no food but frustration.
While the food is very good... the prices are pretty steep for what you get. I always go back, but due to the pricing it is infrequent and go there as a treat.
Food-excellentServer-excellentHowever, it took over 45 minutes to an hour from when the first of our group of 11 was served to the last.I would certainly return; just not with a large group.
Very nice Vietnamese restaurant. Food is very good, I tried their tofu pho, spring rolls and banh mi (Vietnamese sandwich) and they are really really good, with the right spicy taste and good price. The service is slow.
This place has made my day better, the food was delicious, the people were nice, we all had a great time 10/10 would go again
Awesome authentic food and very fair pricing. It must have been unexpectedly busy; our wait times seemed a bit longer than hoped for.
The food here is great. Would recommend the egg rolls to anyone coming here. The service was pretty fast and helpful. I would probably come here again.
Our first time. I WILL BE BACK. Proprietor was extremely helpful. Proportions are large. You will take some home. Tonights selections were really good. More I want to try.
Monarch 9 is a neighborhood gem! Love the phos and havent had any dish disappoint us. Highly recommend!
Friendly service, great food, and nice atmosphere. Imported desserts from Italy and France at great prices. Incredible pho. Would highly recommend.
Quality sandwiches and coffee. Oxtail fried rice is out of this world. On top of that, service is also fantastic. 10/10 would come again.
Good food. Great place to spend a while before heading home. If you are looking for good Vietnamese food place, this is the stop you shouldnt miss.
Food and service is wonderful!
Great French/Viet beef soup, like ones I had in Thailand and Laos. Tons of herb flavor. Nice vegan pho too.
Patio service is a godsend for everyone currently. The food here is awesome and the service is first rate. They have won my business for the foreseeable future.
Love the popcorn chicken. The monarch fries are also amazing. Everything is so good.
They have amazing oxtail fried rice and oxtail fries. Their soju Cocktails are great. Great service.
This place is gem. The staff was wonderful and attentive but the food is why everyone should make the journey to try Monarch 9 cafe.
Great food and very friendly service. The history behind the restaurant adds so much character! Highly recommend this restaurant.
The pho and beef stew were kind of bland and not hot enough (temperature-wise). However, I would highly recommend the Monarch fries.
The place is really cozy and the quality of the food is great. The staff is very friendly and they are always receiving you with a big smile and short conversation.
Great food. Homestyle spicing and flavor. Nicest people and so glad to have this cusine in this side of town!
Too High Priced. Go down La Palma to Imperial get smae quality of food for less money!
Healthy and unique dishes!!!
Fantastic service. Fantastic food. Nice atmosphere. Busy and popular. Always high quality.
One of the best restaurants in Yorba Linda. Try the vegan pho, even if you arent vegan, its amazing.
This is the best restaurant that I have ever been to, in So. Cal. The owner is awesome and very customer oriented. I love this place.
Great service, awesome food, planning to return with friends! Prices reasonable for fresh no MSG home made dishes!
Nice place, a lot to eat, good food, great service, pricey for lunch but didnt need dinner that night
Very fine quality food at a very fine price point. And, easy to distinguish vegan or gluten-free dishes.
Good mix between Vietnamese and French
Great service, Great Ambiance, and Great Food! Highly recommend this place! Do yourself a favor and drop by for an incredible food experience!
Food here is really good, but the service is terrible! Totally ruins the good food when you have to wait 25 minutes just to get your drinks.
Amazing food!!! We will definitely be back ! Thanks again for letting us try the chicken curry its was also amazing.
We love coming to this spot! They have amazing vegan options and incredibly friendly staff! 🙌
Im a regular here. Best food and service. Gourmet taste without the gourmet price. Highly recommended.
Great gluten free dishes and dessert options. Staff is very friendly and helpful. A real gem.
Food is delicious and the customer service is superb. Homely vibe and a great atmosphere!
Amazing cuisine coupled with warm staff. Great combination! Well worth trying...
Great food but a little slow service. A nice place to hang out with friends and enjoy the meals.
Our go to spot once a week. Great food, and the service is always great.
Very good pho. Great vegan options. Casual and fairly priced
Outstanding service and food. Love the shaken beef, pop corn chicken, egg rolls and chicken pho.
Amazing food. Comfortable environment. Nice staff. Even, kind customers!
Absolutely the best Vietnamese food! Glad to see them back open.
Only had an appetizer. The filet, garlic fries are as good as it gets.
Four of us had a great time, wonderful food, really top service, we will be back.
This place is a 5plus stars. The food to die for service is very friendly. Highly recommend it.
This place has the best curry in orange county. Hands down if I could go here daily I would
Great Pho!Customer service is excellent!Desserts are delicious 😋
Lovely little cafe with nice dishes. Had the shaken beef and oxtail fried rice.
Aileen and Thomas are gracious hosts and the filet mignon Pho is out of this world.
The food here is not traditional vietnamese food, and its on the pricey side. Unfortunately, I will not be going back.The staff is very friendly.
Good services and prices, food is delicious
Awesome place, good service, and the best Pho Ive ever tasted!!
Food and service is great. Family owned business that treats you like family.
Best pho and Thai tai Ive ever had. Everything here is good really.
Excellent food and service. Will be back many times. So tasty!!
My shaken beef dish was great. The beef was tender. Service was acceptable.
Very nice and Romantic Restaurant to have dinner with your love ones and the staffs are very nice and fast service
Best pho ive had for a while. Great thai ice tea as well.
Very nice presentation but serving size is small and taste is OK.
This place is unbelievable. Great food and Tommy and Aileen the owners are Awesome people!!
Pho doesnt have a deep flavor. Def better places to have it
Great food. Oxtail fried rice was really good.
Food was great and service was top notch
Such good Vietnamese food, it really is a bummer that the service was so bad....
Very good 👍 👍👍
You walk in the door and the amazing aroma hits you. Have a great meal.
Very good food
Total reviews rating 4.6
199 Reviews for Monarch 9 2024:
Review №1
2023-12-03 15:11:15The service was great from the moment we walked in. It was our first time here and the owner came over and explained how they prepared the food. The food was delicious and well presented. I would definitely come back.
Review №2
2023-07-23 03:49:09Service: Excellente!Food: DELICIOUS!! I drive one hour just to come eat here! It is quality with an exquisite flavor! I rarely leave a place with the thought of how great everything was, but this place, is it!Highly recommend!
Review №3
2022-09-28 19:51:54Awesome place! Family owned. The passion, and the care of the owners is very genuine. Definitely the most unique Vietnamese food I have had. Came here for lunch. Had the vegan spring rolls, vegan curry, and hubby had the shaken beef. The place is super clean, very nice, and you can feel the positive energy. We were greeted with many smiles and had a wonderful lunch! Next time will try the cocktails!
Review №4
2022-08-07 23:57:23Not very impressed today, our first time dining here! 4.5 stars with 960 reviews on Yelp seemed really good, so we decided to try it out.Restaurant is nice, very cool ambiance, nice decorations, well organized. They offer inside seating as well as patio seating. Clean restaurant.The have beers to chose from, as well as some delicious dessert options (well… they looked delicious lol, did not get to try them.)The reason why I am only giving them a 3 star review, it is because of the wait time. We sat on a semi-wet table, was not fully dry when they took us there. Then we waited almost 45 minutes before the first plate was brought to our table, and about 3 minutes in between plates. It was only 5 of us. Not a huge party.Before we left, 2 different waiters came to our table to apologize for the slow service. One said it was because they were under staffed, the other one said it was because the rush caught them by surprise!! So I am assuming it was probably a combination of both!The food on the other hand was very good. I would not really consider this restaurant to be the best Vietnamese restaurant in Orange County at the moment, maybe back in 2020 when It was nominated, but not now.But yes, the food was good, very good quantity for the price tag. My Oxtail Fried rice was $18.95 My wide Vermicelli Chicken Bowl was $17.95I am not sure if I’ll come back. Who knows!
Review №5
2023-04-24 00:13:09THE BEST FOOD EVER! The pho was excellent in taste and portion,the broth like no other, words cant even do it justice,(order the small if you are like me and will order more plates!)The spring rolls, eggrolls, and oxtail rice like no other, definitely order the oxtail rice, it is life.The shaken beef is the best plate I have ever tasted in my life!The service is one of a kind, such wonderful staff, and the lychee ice tea was so refreshing!
Review №6
2022-07-22 12:22:16Wow!!Thats what I have to say about the meal we just had atMonarch 9 in Yetba Linda CA.I ordered the Chicken pho which was amazing!! My hubby ordered the Filet Mignon Pho & he loved it too!! We initially went to try their beef stew and was let down when we were told they no longer serve the dish!We were sad but thats when I decided to try the chicken Pho and its definitely one of the best Ive ever had!! The portion was huge definitely enough for two people. I loved how clean the establishment was . I really liked their decor too! To top it off we ordered the tiramisu. That was also very good too! The staff was very friendly and attentive too.It was definitely worth the visit! A must try.
Review №7
2023-01-29 21:15:11Best Vietnamese food in all of OC. Definitely don’t leave without trying to shaken beef. Vermicelli bowl! My favorite is the lychee drink they have and get the shaken beef with rice every single time and it’s so fulfilling I never wanna share it!
Review №8
2023-12-02 02:56:04In all honesty, one of the best meals Ive had in a long time. Pork and shrimp spring rolls, monarch fries and stir fry. Outstanding.
Review №9
2023-07-03 02:16:17The atmosphere is very cute and the staff are super nice! The food was delicious.. not typically a pho person, but the chicken one was superb! Came from a bike ride and they were very helpful to give us a safe spot to store our bikes!
Review №10
2023-04-16 02:54:54Their vegan pho and vegan spring rolls are the best I’ve ever tried in my entire life. They cook with real ingredients and no MSG. We keep coming back because they are truly the best. The staff always treat us like family. Thank you, Monarch!