Monarca Pasta & Grill

About

Italian

Price Range : Under $10 ($)

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    Yelp rating
    4.5 stars

Location

Adress: 2703 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90007

Phone: (323) 731-8149

Work Hours

Mon 10:00 am-9:00 pm
Tue
Wed 10:00 am-9:00 pm
Thu 10:00 am-9:00 pm
Fri 10:00 am-9:00 pm
Sat 10:00 am-9:00 pm
Sun 10:00 am-9:00 pm

Business info

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    Health Score
    A
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    Takes Reservations
    No
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    Delivery
    No
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    Take-out
    Yes
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    Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
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    Good For
    Lunch, Dinner
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    Parking
    Private Lot
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    Bike Parking
    No
  • accessibility
    Good for Kids
    Yes
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    Good for Groups
    Yes
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    Attire
    Casual
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    Ambience
    Casual
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    Noise Level
    Average
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    Alcohol
    No
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    Good For Happy Hour
    No
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    Outdoor Seating
    No
  • wifi
    Wi-Fi
    No
  • tv
    Has TV
    Yes
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    Caters
    No
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    Gender Neutral Restrooms
    Yes

Reviews

  • Its Me C.

    star star star star star 14 July 2026

    Hmmm really good for the price and quality, very generous amount yet satisfying. I will definitely go back to try the rest whenever im craving for italian food aka high carb food lol

  • Monifa S.

    star star star star star_border 9 July 2026

    Monarca is a little mom & pop restaurant in a tiny shopping center. It may seem a little sketchy from the looks of it, but the food did not disappoint. Came here for dinner with a party of 4. The seating is tight, but it works. I would honestly call it a fusion restaurant as there are Italian, American, and Mexican cuisine options. There is also a parking lot. It is a little small but we were able to find street parking.

    We were a little confused at first regarding seating, but it is seat yourself. Someone eventually brought us a menu and provided us with beverages. The server was very kind and attentive. She did her best at explaining stuff to us.  

    I got the carne asada with tortillas and rice and beans. As we were waiting for the food, we were given fresh tortilla chips and salsa. The chips were so good as they were crunchy, warm, and sweet. The salsa was not  a spicy salsa, but it had a very light taste. The carne asada was well seasoned and moist. The rice and beans were average. The tortillas were not homemade or anything special, but they were good. I enjoyed the food and was very full.

    The prices at this place are unmatched. The carne asada meal was less than $10. AMAZING!! Overall, I enjoyed the food and would most likely come back here.

  • Shelby S.

    star star star star star_border 5 July 2026

    Monarca is a small restaurant located in a similarly small strip mall about a mile from USC. What I really appreciate about this place is that it is not in a pretentious area but it still has extremely good food AND pricing. There is some parking in the strip mall, but it can get pretty tight (literally) and/or full. There's plenty of street parking across the street.

    We weren't really sure what to do when we arrived since no one really greeted us and there weren't really any directions, so we seated ourselves. Our server has friendly and ensured all of our orders were correct.

    The chips and salsa were fantastic. We asked for multiple bowls because they were that good. One time, we even got a hot, freshly made batch and they were amazing. We ordered some guac and it was ok--kinda of bland but still good.

    I had the lobster ravioli with pink sauce (a mix of tomato + Alfredo sauce) and loved it. I could definitely taste the lobster in each bite. The garlic bread was good, too, and it was great dipping up the me extra sauce with the bread. I would definitely return!

  • Sophia L.

    star star star star star 2 July 2026

    This place is the bees knees. That's all. Pasta primavera is ma jaaaammm. If u go in person they give u unlimited salsa, chips, and ~~*garlic bread~~~~^**

  • Erica M.

    star star star star star 27 June 2026

    Wow just wow  I live about a mile away from this place I've been living in this area for 5 years now and this is my 1st time going there I order their lobster ravioli with cream sauce and when I tell you it's so feeling and flavorful and the price is great I will definitely be back

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