Monarch 9 - Yorba Linda

This is a fantastic restaurant! It's family-owned, and you can truly see the owners' passion and dedication. I had the most unique Vietnamese dishes I've ever tried. I visited for lunch and enjoyed the vegan spring rolls and vegan curry, while my husband had the shaken beef. The restaurant is impeccably clean and very welcoming, radiating positive energy. We were met with warm smiles and had a delightful lunch. Next time, I can't wait to try the cocktails!

The reason I rated it only 3 stars is the long wait time. We were seated at a table that wasn’t completely dry when we arrived, and then we waited nearly 45 minutes for our first dish to arrive, with only about 3 minutes between each subsequent plate. There were only five of us at the table, so it wasn't a large party. Before we left, two different waiters came by to apologize for the slow service. One mentioned it was due to being understaffed, while the other said they were caught off guard by a rush of customers. So, it seems it was a bit of a combination of both! The food, however, was quite good and offered a generous portion for the price. My Oxtail Fried Rice was $18.95 and my Wide Vermicelli Chicken Bowl was $17.95. I’m unsure if I would return, but who knows?

Wow! I have to share my experience at Monarch 9 in Yorba Linda, CA. I ordered the Chicken Pho, and it was absolutely amazing! My husband got the Filet Mignon Pho, and he loved it just as much! Initially, we had wanted to try the beef stew, but unfortunately, it was no longer available, which was a bit disappointing. However, I decided to go for the Chicken Pho, and it turned out to be one of the best I've ever had! The portion was definitely generous enough for two people. I also appreciated how clean and well-organized the restaurant was, and I admired their decorations as well. To finish off our meal, we ordered the Tiramisu, which was also delicious! The staff was friendly and attentive, making our experience even better. Overall, it was definitely worth the visit and a must-try!

I just got into town and we decided to stop for a few Pho. The portions are great and the food was delicious. The only thing I don't like is that you pay first before you get your food so you don't know how big the service will be. That makes it hard to choose a tip. Not every carries cash so I went and got some macrons so I can tap them more. Although I would not recommend the macrons. Tiramisu was delicious.

Exceptional place for a family dinner. The vegan pho and vegan egg rolls were AMAZING. The service was personal, fast and friendly by everyone working. It was a busy night; however, we were served quickly and food was fresh and hot!