What should I order at The Monarch?
The Monarch
Eye Fillet Steak
Recommended for its generous portion size and perfect cooking, mentioned as a special not on the menu but highly praised.
Pork Belly
Described as divine, indicating exceptional taste and quality.
Cauliflower
Noted as delicious, often mentioned alongside other highly rated dishes.
Fries
Specifically highlighted as fantastic and well done, making it a standout side dish.
Avocado Toast with Chilli Feta and Eggs
Praised for its delicious flavor, recommended especially for brunch.
Fish and Chips (with Gurnard as Fish of the Day)
Recommended for its tasty fish and chunky chips, a great choice for lunch.
Eggs Benedict
Mentioned multiple times for being served hot with perfect portion size and excellent taste.
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 9 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
About The Monarch
The Monarch is a New Zealand restaurant and family restaurant in Pukekohe, New Zealand. It serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert, with dine-in, takeout, and outdoor seating available. Reviews consistently praise the friendly and attentive service, fresh and tasty food, and pleasant atmosphere. Guests also frequently mention well-presented dishes, generous portions, and a comfortable setting for family meals and special occasions.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is The Monarch known for?
The Monarch is especially known for dishes like eye fillet steak, pork belly, risotto, and eggs benedict. Reviewers often mention the food as fresh, tasty, and beautifully presented, with generous portions and strong service to match.
What dishes are most recommended at The Monarch?
Reviewers repeatedly highlight the eye fillet steak, pork belly, risotto, eggs benedict, and whitebait fritters, along with fish and vegetables, Parmesan chicken, and fettuccini. The fries also get specific praise, with multiple comments calling them exceptionally good.
What is the atmosphere at The Monarch like?
The Monarch has a casual, cozy, trendy, and upscale feel, with comments describing the decor as charming, simple yet artful, and the dining room as calm. It suits couples, groups, and solo diners, and the outdoor seating plus main-street location make it a comfortable choice for a relaxed meal or a special dinner.
Is The Monarch good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is NZ$30 to NZ$80, and reviewers mention good portion sizes and well-cooked dishes that feel worth the cost. One example was a generous eye fillet steak for $45 from the specials board, which was praised for quality and cooking.
Do you need a reservation or is it busy at certain times?
Reservations are recommended for brunch and dinner, and the restaurant accepts bookings. Reviewers also note that it can be quiet at late lunch, while staff have made room for walk-ins when possible.
Is parking available at The Monarch?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is The Monarch kid-friendly?
Yes, The Monarch is good for kids.
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