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Dining Menu
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Monarch Breakfast Menu
Breakfast is served 7 days a week from 6:30 – 11:00 am in both Monarch Restaurant and Monarch Lounge.
Cereals, Fruits & Yogurts

Cinnamon Steel Cut Oatmeal or Cream of Wheat
Trio of Garnishes

Honey Yogurt Parfait
House Made Granola, Mango, Fresh Berries

House Made Maple Almond Granola
Bananas or Berries

Fresh Sliced Melons & Fruits
Tahitian Vanilla Yogurt Brûlée

Assorted Cereals
With Seasonal Fruit

Pastry & Breads

Croissant

Chocolate Croissant

Fresh Daily Selection of Danishes

Home Baked Muffins
Banana Nut, Cinnamon Apple, Mixed Berry

Toasted Brioche
with Fresh Fruit Jam

Monarch Basket
Assortment of Four

Keep it Simple!!

2 Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Monarch Potatoes

Buttermilk Pancakes
Pure Maple Syrup (we can do them Blueberry, too!)

Eggs Benedict
Monarch Potatoes, Classic Hollandaise Sauce

Breakfast Sandwich
Egg, Cheddar, Bacon, Ham, Monarch Potatoes

French Toast
Fresh Berries, Powdered Sugar, Pure Maple Syrup

Double Smoked Salmon
Toasted Bagel, Old School Garnish

Eggs & Omelets

Egg White Frittata
Marinated Tomatoes, Basil, Fresh Mozzarella, Balsamic Syrup

Seared Prime Beef Omelet
Fontina Cheese, Caramelized Onions, Monarch Potatoes

Personalized Omelet
Your Choice of Spinach, Ham, Smoked Chicken, Bacon, Sausage, Onions, Avocado, Jalapeños, Tomatoes, Peppers, Wild Mushrooms, Chorizo, Cheddar, Swiss, Fontina, Brie

Specialties

Prime New York & Eggs
Monarch Potatoes, Caramelized Onions

Malted Almond Waffle
Chocolate Butter, Candied Almonds

Corned Beef Hash
Poached Eggs, Crispy Onions, Grilled Asparagus

Banana Granola Pancakes
Cinnamon Honey Butter

Migas Traditional Tex-Mex Style

Fresh Juices

Orange or Grapefruit

Carrot

Juices

Apple, Tomato or Cranberry

Coffee

Coffee

Espresso

Cappuccino

Latte

Valrhona Mocha

Monarch Caramel

Valrhona Hot Chocolate

Morning Cocktails

Bellini

Mimosa

Bloody Marie

Espresso Martini

Hot Tea
Leaves of Provence, Himalayan Peak Darjeeling Organic, Chocolate Orange Truffle, White Lotus, Jasmine Downy Pearls, Green Tea Passion, Rainforest Mate, Chamomille Citron, African Amber
Milk
Whole, Skim, 2%, Chocolate, Vanilla or Strawberry
Chilled

Iced Coffee

Iced Latte

Large Bottled Water
Still or Sparkling

Smoothies
Strawberry Banana, Berry Blend, Coconut Mango or Chai Protein
Monarch Brunch Menu
Weekend Brunch is served on Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm in both Monarch Restaurant and Monarch Lounge.
Imperial Brunch

Pastry Assortment

Course I:
Choice of

Steal Cut Oatmeal
Trio of Garnishes

Honey Yogurt Parfait
House Made Granola, Mango, Fresh Berries

Loaded Potato Soup 
Prime Beef, all the Fixin's

Fresh Berries

Course II:
Choice of

Migas
Classic Tex-Mex Breakfast

Classic American 
Two Eggs, Silver Dollar Pancakes, Sausage, Monarch Potatoes

Banana Granola French Toast
Cinnamon Honey Butter

Lobster Benedict
Truffle hollandaise, Monarch Potatoes

Texas Pulled Pork Sandwich
Coleslaw, Baked Beans

New Mexican Chopped Salad 
Chipotle Glazed Shrimp, Poblano Pecan Vinaigrette

Grilled Salmon Salad 
Fennel, Cucumber, Tomatoes, Citrus Vinaigrette

Fish & Chips
Classic Beer Batter, Malt Vinegar

Course III:

Dessert Tasting 
A collection of Petite Desserts

Beverages

Bottomless Bellini

Bottomless Mimosa

ZaZa Build Your Own Bloody Mary

Royal Truffle
A royal confection with hints of raspberries and Godiva Chocolate

Blue Mojito
Fresh blueberries and mint mingle with Tommy Bahama Rum for an ultra refreshing terrace favorite

Bubble Berry 
Moët & Chandon and Tree Olives Berry Vodka
flirt with a sugar kissed rim for this princess

CaféAmore
Illy cafe liqueur and cold espresso make your heart throb
in our sizzling hot cold shot

Moulin Rouge 
Pomegranate infused liquor followed by champagne
with a delicate touch of cranberry

Irish Kiss
Espresso caressed with Frangelico, Bailey's, and Amaretto

Wines by the Glass

Veuve Clicquot, "Brut Yellow Lable", Reims, N.V.

Domanine Chandon, "Blanc de Noir", Carneros, N.V.

Sonoma Cutrer, Chardonnay, Russian River, 2005

Maso Canali, Pinot Grigio, Trentino, 2005

Avalon, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa, 2004

Victor Hugo, Merlot, Paso Robles, 2005

Keaton Reed, Pinot Noir, Oregon, 2005

Monarch Lunch Menu
Monarch Restaurant is open 7 days a week, from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm for Lunch.
Starters

Loaded Potato Soup
Seared Beef Tenderloin, Sour Cream, Bacon, Cheddar, Chives

Chef’s Soup Preparation
Accompanying Garnish

Monarch Salad
Baby Lettuce, Shaved Fennel, Marinated Tomatoes, Red Wine Vinaigrette

Salt & Pepper Rock Shrimp
Lemon Cilantro Aioli, Ponzu

Fried Calamari
Truffle Aioli, Ponzu

Chilled Seafood Platter
Lobster, King Crab Legs, Oysters, Lobster Salad, Crab Salad, Salmon Salad

Big Salads

Chicken B.L.T.
Iceberg Lettuce, Watercress, Marinated Tomatoes, Balsamic Ranch

Crispy Asian Tuna
Carrots, Pea Shoots, Cashews, Wontons, Sesame Ginger Vinaigrette

Seared Mediterranean Lamb
Olives, Cucumber, Tomato, Bulgur Wheat Salad, Hummus Croutons, Tatziki Vinaigrette

New Mexican Chopped Salad
Chipotle Glazed Shrimp, Mango, Poblano Pecan Vinaigrette

Duck Confit
Baby Greens, Potato Croutons, Red Wine Vinaigrette

Caesar Grande...
Crispy Prosciutto, White Anchovy, Grated Parmesan, Cornbread Croutons (of course you can add Chicken, Shrimp, Seared Lamb)

Cool Sandwiches

Turkey Club Wrap
Smoked Turkey, Apple Smoked Bacon, Swiss Cheese, Vermont Maple Mustard

Smoked Chicken Salad
Apples, Pecans, Chipotle, Butter Croissant

Monarch Grilled Cheese
Boursin, Fontina, Mozzarella, Tomato Bisque, Grilled Sourdough

Prime New Your Sandwich
Caramelized Onions, Truffle Aioli, Fontina Cheese

Shrimp & Cucumber Salad Sandwich
Fresh Dill, Lettuce, Tomato

A Cheese Burger
Tillamook Cheddar, Classic Garnish

Texas Pulled Pork
Coleslaw, Baked Beans

Pizza & Flat Breads from the Wood-Burning Oven
Prosciutto & Three Cheese
Mozzarella, Parmesan, Fontina

Pepperoni
Fresh Mozzarella, Roasted Tomato Sauce, Parmesan

Margarita
Marinated Tomatoes, Basil, Fresh Mozzarella

Entrees

Fish & Chips
House Made Tartar Sauce

Prime Beef Pasta
Ribbon Pasta, Caramelized Onions, Wild Mushrooms, Spicy Red Sauce

Grilled Wild Salmon
Cucumber Fennel Salad

Chicken Pillared
Arugula Salad, Shaved Parmesan, Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Grilled Beef Tenderloin
Roasted Garlic Mash Potatoes, Chop Salad

Wild Mushroom Risotto
Asparagus, Roasted Tomatoes, Shaved Parmesan, Balsamic Reductions

Monarch Dinner Menu
Monarch Restaurant is open 7 days a week, from 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm for Dinner.
Starters

Corn & Clam Chowder
Little Neck Clams, Smoked Bacon

Salt & Pepper Rock Shrimp
Lemon Cilantro Aioli, Ponzu

Hot & Crunchy Crab Cakes
Avocado Relish, Mango Chipotle Sauce, Plantain Chips

Foie Gras Sliders
Red Onion Marmalade, Truffle Aioli

White Bean & Roasted Garlic "Hummus"
Grilled Focaccia, Warm Rosemary Oil

Roasted Quail
Short Rib & Sweet Potato Stuffing, Cherry Sauce

From the Raw Bar

Crispy Tuna “Tacos”
Spiced Tuna, Green Onion, Sesame, Wasabi Mango Relish

Market Oysters Tabasco Mignonette
Half Dozen

Deconstructed Ahi Roll
Ahi Tartar, Avocado, Crab Ceviche, Sushi Rice, White Truffle Dressing

Salads

Monarch Salad
Baby Lettuce, Shaved Fennel, Marinated Tomatoes, Red Wine Vinaigrette

Fall Salad
Endive, Mache, Gorgonzola, Walnut Vinaigrette

Lump Crab "Caesar"
Baby Romaine, Crispy Prosciutto, Grilled Ciabatta

Baby Arugula
Shaved Parmesan, Tomato, Balsamic

Organic Spinach
Warm Goat Cheese Tart, Pine Nuts, Bacon Balsamic Vinaigrette

Signature Entrées

Seared Ginger Beef
Wasabi Cream, Sesame Whipped Potatoes, Shiitake Demi Glaze

Grilled Wild Salmon
Gnocchi, Grilled Leeks, Warm Pancetta Vinaigrette 

Domestic Lamb
Butternut Squash Gratin, Fall Vegetables, Natural Jus

Smoked Bison Ribeye
Chanterelle & Trumpet Mushrooms, Truffle Butter

Wild Mushroom Risotto
Olives, Red Wine Syrup

Black Angus Filet
Lobster & Potato "Risotto", Pinot Noir, Tempura Asparagus

Seasonal Specialties

Seared Chilean Seabass
Lobster Dumplings, Garlic Chard, Lobster Bordelaise

Wild Turbot
Roasted Cauliflower "Chowder", Black Truffles, Lump Crab, Port Syrup

Prime New York
Caramelized Onions, Grilled Cheese, Liquid Foie Gras 

Veal Strip
Pomegranate Glaze, Tomato Marmalade, Jack Cheese Polenta

Maple Glazed Moskovi Duck Breast
Celery Root & Potato Blintz, Smoked Huckleberry Sauce

Tenderloin Medallions & Scallops
Roasted Tomato, Olives, Capers, Aged Balsamic

Spice Crusted Ahi
Roasted Garlic Beignets, Rock Shrimp Etouffée

Sides

White Cheddar Truffle Mac & Cheese

Asparagus with Ancho Sauce
Delicately Grilled

Eggplant Gratin
With a Hint of Tomato

Mashed Potatoes
Complimented with Crispy Prosciutto & Gruyere Cheese

Wild Mushroom Has
Sautéed with Black Pepper and Onions

Darn Good Fries!!

Monarch Dessert Menu
Desserts

Saffron Poached Pear
Rum Raisin Ice Cream

Mousse Terrine Trio
Chocolate Orange, Hazelnut, and Peach

Warm Valrhona Chocolate Cake
Champagne Ice Cream, Vanilla Tuile

White Chocolate Crème
Brûlée Bing Cherry Sauce

Fig & Mascarpone Napoleon
Orange-Basil Sorbet

Sour Cream Cheesecake
Blueberry Ragout

Assorted House Made Ice Creams & Sorbets in Soup Bath

Seasonal Fresh Berries
with Romanoff Sauce

Build Your Own Cupcakes
Assortment of Toppings 

Monarch Lounge Menu
Monarch Lounge is open 7 days a week serving Breakfast from 6:30 am – 11:00 am.
Lunch from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm.
All Day Menu from 2:00 pm – 2:00 am.
Dinner from 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm.
For Sharing


Salt & Pepper Rock Shrimp
Lemon Cilantro Aioli, Ponzu

Darn Good Fries!!

White Bean & Roasted "Hummus"
Grilled Focaccia, Warm Rosemary Oil

Artisan Cheeses
Selection of Cheeses, Fruit & Nuts

Crispy Calamari
Asian Greens, Sweet Chili Vinaigrette

Crispy Tuna "Tacos"
Spiced Tuna, Green Onion, Sesame, Wasabi Mango Relish

Market Oysters
Tabasco Mignonette (half dozen) 

Turkey Club Wrap
Smoked Turkey, Peppered Bacon, Swiss Cheese, Maple Mustard

Deconstructed Ahi Roll
Ahi Tartar, Avocado, Crab Ceviche, Sushi Rice, Truffle Dressing

Sliders
Mini Cheese Burgers, Caramilized Onions

Steak & Sticks
Filet & Darn Good Fries

Pizza

Pepperoni
Fresh Mozzarella, Roasted Tomato Sauce, Parmesan

Margarita
Marinated Tomatoes, Basil, Fresh Mozzarella

Prosciutto & Three Cheese
Fresh Mozzarella, Fontina, Parmesan, Fresh Herbs