"Monarch is known as the spot for a pricey night out, but it also has stellar Downtown views from the floor-to-ceiling windows that run throughout the restaurant. The secret is getting a booth in the back dining room next to the windows, so you can have the killer views all to yourself — although the views in the bar area, if you just want to stop by for a drink, are pretty spectacular too. Monarch regulars love the spicy rigatoni, and the chef’s tasting menu, which made its debut early in 2025, is worth checking out at this Michelin-recommended restaurant." - Courtney E. Smith