Monarch Restaurant

“Great brunch, had the rabbithole eggs Benedict with the spicy Szechuan bacon and a hanger steak. Really friendly staff and the owner Lawrence came over and chatted with us. Delicious and great service.”

“I had a really good experience here. The place itself is cozy and welcoming, with two floors and a balcony, which makes it perfect for summer nights. The prices are very reasonable for what you get, and the food and drinks feel well thought out. What really stood out was the service. The server was very attentive, friendly, and made us feel comfortable without being overbearing. Overall, it’s a great spot to hang out, especially if you’re looking for a relaxed atmosphere with good value. I’d definitely come back.”

“The BEST matcha mochi waffle and black sesame french toast I’ve had in NYC so far! Made with so much love by a husband-and-wife duo at this adorable Japanese brunch/izakaya spot in Williamsburg. Lawrence is a talented baker who makes amazing scones, and Aya creates the Japanese comfort food she grew up having with an American twist. You can feel the care in every detail, from the decor to the food itself. Even the bento boxes were designed by Aya and the stickers were cut by hand one by one. So much heart in this place! ＊Matcha Mochi Waffle ** We tried their new matcha mochi waffle and I swear this one’s about to blow up. Crispy on the edges, chewy in the center, with a matcha flavor throughout. A little sweet with the red bean for me, but I still loved it and kept going back for another bite. ＊Black Sesame French Toast $20 *** The highlight of the brunch! It came with two thick, fluffy slices of black sesame milk bread, topped with black sesame whipped cream for that extra nutty flavor. The pumpkin butter on the side was sooo good with it. ＊Salmon Saikyo Bento $24 * They just launched bento boxes and this one honestly surprised me. The miso marinated salmon was tender and umami, and the takikomi gohan lowkey reminded me of Trader Joe’s japanese fried rice but better. ＊Okonomiyaki $17 It came out sizzling on a cast iron! They added cheddar for an american twist. A little salty on its own, but it makes sense as an izakaya style dish to have with a beer.”

“Underrated Japanese restaurant by creators of the now gone but never forgotten rabbit hole! On weekends they still offer their classic eggs Benedict and scones. I’ve had the pleasure of eating here both during brunch & dinner really fun desserts including a gluten free and dairy free cheesecake. During the day they get lots of natural lighting and great spacious booths are available! For brunch they’re walk in only but I’ve never had to wait too long but call ahead if you have a large party. Food always comes out quick. Charming staff very welcoming thank you Lawrence and Aya”

“The food is what all fusion food wishes it could be. Every item had its own special characteristics. You can tell that the owner takes food seriously as a way to appreciate and learn culture. Look out for their strawberry shortcake mochi in the future! Seriously from ambience to friendliness to food quality and creativity. 100/100. I think I can die happy now with no regrets. Thank you for such a truly special experience. I look forward to coming again!!!!”