Q: negative

A: I have been wanting to try this place for years after hearing such great reviews about this place! I visited Vegas with my girlfriends one weekend and was adamant about coming to this restaurant. We started our lunch off with a basket of garlic cajun fries to share. The fries tasted mediocre and I don't recall tasting any "cajun" flavoring. I also ordered a pound of garlic shrimp at mild with added corn and sausage. The bag came out piping hot when our server brought it out to us. The sauce was mediocre; nothing spectacular that made me wanting to come back for more. My corn tasted 2 days old which of course I told our server! She was at least nice enough to remove it off our bill. :) After having such high expectations for this place, I realized this restaurant is totally overrated! I still prefer my Boiling Crab over this place any day!!

Q: positive

A: This is the best restaurant in Scottsdale or Phoenix...One of the best in the US. I should not be writing this review because it will make it much harder for us to get reservations, but, Cafe Monarch deserves so much praise for the quality of its food, its ambiance, and the amazing chef and family who own the establishment. The food is absolutely terrific, highest quality and incredible preparations. The menu is unique, you have a choice of two different entrees each evening, and the appetizer, salad and dessert are part of the meal...the price is an excellent value. Their wine selections are unique, all excellent. We went with friends who were wine experts, they did not recognize many of the selections, but found some great offerings. It was fun to find small vineyard offerings and discover new wines. The dining areas are intimate, we especially love eating in the outside area, a garden setting where you are transported to someplace lush and secluded..You would never know you are in downtown Scottsdale. What more can I say?

Q: positive

A: Arrived at around 10 am on a Friday with my best friend. We didn't schedule an appointment and were luckily enough able to be sit right down for a pedicures. I would suggest making an appointment because after being there 10-15 minutes it became packed. We were asked which pedicures we preferred and I believe it was called the Luxury one ($45 one) It was amazing! I have had a lot of pedicures but have to say nothing like this one. The Luxury spa was the royal treatment that is for sure. From a mask type cream for your legs, salt scrub, sugar scrub, hot wax for your feet (never had I had that done before) and just all around special treatment. My best friend was helped by Henry and I was helped by an elderly woman. They were both very nice and friendly and for the most part understood us and spoke relatively good English. I was highly impressed at least by receiving a pedicure so we have agreed this will be our monthly spot for our girls day pedicures.

Q: positive

A:
While its not the flashiest or trendiest casino on the strip- I think this is one of the most fun casinos. They have reasonable minimums on the tables, great bartenders and a fun, festive atmosphere. I've ended up here almost every visit to Vegas- even when staying at places that look a lot "better". I love the piano bar, its a blast. They also have some great comedy shows. Next time I might just stay here and save myself a lot of walking!