Monarch Espresso - Tuscaloosa

I have no complaints. I had the avocado toast and a decaf slow drip coffee with lavender in it. I was thankful they had nondairy options for my husband. It was a very popular place so we shared a table with some people we didn’t know. Our food and drink came out in a timely manner. It looked so good I forgot take a picture until I had already started eating.

I love this place!! Whether you want to meet up with friends or get work done, this is the perfect spot. The staff are super friendly and the menu has everything that you would expect.

Great environment to get tasks done. Coffee is worth the wait even if they happen to be busy, which is hardly the case during the weekdays. I usually get the iced americanos with vanilla and it's made within 3-5 mins after I order it. The workers are super friendly and I would try to come back as often I can. Thank you for your service Monarch.

Amazing coffee! Had a latte and cappuccino as well as Lemon Blueberry Scone (freshly baked and so good) and Jalapeño Cheddar bagel with bacon, egg and cheese! Friendly service, nice location and great for working or sitting with a friend!

I had an interesting first experience with Monarch Espresso. Overall, the coffee is really good quality but the experience was kind of 3 stars. Firstly, our cappuccinos and toast came out quickly and everything tasted very well. No complaints there.. Secondly, a piece of plastic (which is pictured) was in my cold brew. Luckily I saw it and fetched it out. Maybe warn guests about that? Could be dangerous. Lastly, the barista who took my order was very pretentious and I've worked in coffee for 7 years. It's just coffee at the end of the day- no mansplaining necessary, my dude! It wasn't my favorite coffee stop but it wasn't the worst! Honestly, the beverages and food were really good give it a try, just beware of the plastic tabs and coffee snobbery.