"Monarca made its mark on Houston’s robust Mexican restaurant scene by elevating a key character: Monterrey. The Mexican hometown of three of the restaurant’s four owners is central to Monaraca’s framework and its interpretation of liquid revelry. A door next to the restaurant’s bar emblazoned with an illustrated eye leads guests to Gus, a posh speakeasy bar adorned in academia style. Indulge in tequila-laced creations on its spacious leather couch, or one of its many deep green chairs." - Brittany Britto Garley, Kayla Stewart