Loved the history! Food was great. Didn't really get the…read morepeanut butter thing. It tasted like regular jarred peanut butter tree e. Maybe if yall make some homemade and offer that. Would be cool

My parents and I stumbled across this place on our way home, and what a find it was. From the…read moremoment we stepped inside, we knew we were somewhere special. The exposed brick and thoughtful décor struck the perfect balance--classic and nostalgic with just the right touch of modern style. We were immediately welcomed by the sweetest hostess (I hate that I can't remember her name--she had glasses, a beautiful smile, and the cutest dress). She greeted us with genuine warmth and hospitality that's hard to come by these days. She led us into the main dining room and seated us at a charming table dressed in crisp white linens. The space featured more exposed brick, tasteful artwork, and just the right amount of décor. The temperature was perfect, and the tables were spaced far enough apart to create an intimate, relaxed atmosphere. Our waiter arrived promptly and was both friendly and knowledgeable. He clearly knew his craft and took the time to walk us through the specials, making sure we felt confident and excited about our choices. We ordered sweet tea, which was perfectly brewed--not overly sweet, just right. The complimentary peanut butter and crackers were something new to us, but after reading about the history behind it, we appreciated the thoughtful touch even more. Our food arrived quickly, and everything was fresh and cooked to order. We tried the spicy chicken sandwich, the cheeseburger, and a special featuring a panini with a cup of gumbo. Each entrée came with perfectly cooked homemade chips. Every bite was spot-on--truly a 10 out of 10. Even though we were full, we couldn't resist ordering dessert--when in Rome, right? We chose the peanut butter pie and the famous Black Bottom pie. After one bite of those generously sized slices, we all paused and just looked at each other. I don't exaggerate when I say we unanimously agreed they were the best pies we've ever had. What started as a plan to sample a few bites and take the rest to go ended with two completely empty plates. We consider ourselves food lovers, and I genuinely couldn't find a single flaw in the entire experience. We live nearly three hours away and are already planning a trip back. If you've made it this far in my amateur review, thank you--and I truly hope you get the chance to experience this wonderful, history-filled gem for yourself.

Always a good lunch when we stop in. Everything we've gotten is delicious. The burger is top notch!!read more

I can never say enough about this place and her people! I feel loved and like family when I walk…read morein the door. I miss the days where no one showed hate, but only care, kindness and respect to each other. The foreigners invading our Nation doesn't care about her people. They don't care about the blacks and whites that have been here over 400 years! Food is phenomenal and please tip the professional, amazing staff.

Very average Mexican food overall. Maybe it's considered good for the area, but it didn't really…read morestand out to me. I ordered the fajitas and was disappointed cause there was barely any steak. The cheese dip, however, was really good. The atmosphere was decent, and the place was busy, which is usually a good sign. We did run into a bit of a language barrier when trying to order something specific and ended up with a dish that wasn't what we wanted. That said, the staff were all very kind and the hostess was especially sweet. Would I come back? Maybe! I might give it another chance and try something different next time

We finally tried Monarca on a recent Friday evening after hearing so many people rave about it…read more Honestly, we walked in skeptical -- "It can't be as good as they say." Oh, but it was. We were greeted promptly and seated right away. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and even let me practice my Spanish, which made the experience even better. It has a warm family vibe. We started with the Fried Yucca (pronounced YOO‑kah), lightly fried and served with a slightly sweet dipping sauce. Absolutely outstanding -- 10/10. The Chorizo Dip was another hit: cheesy, hot, and just a touch spicy. 9/10. For entrées, we ordered the Monarca's Cazuelita, a crock-style dish loaded with steak, chicken, shrimp, chorizo, pineapple, cheese, and bell pepper. Everything was well‑seasoned with fantastic flavor. 10/10. The Chicken Burrito was also excellent -- another 10/10. I'm very critical when reviewing restaurants, especially Mexican food, but this is genuinely the best I've had on this side of the border. The flavors were bold, the portions generous, and the service top‑notch. It was so good we ended up getting takeout the very next day. Monarca absolutely lives up to the hype.

I wish they had something I DIDN'T like. Unfortunately, I have never had anything they have I…read moredidn't like!! Loved the grilled pimento cheese with the "special" tomato on it. The caramel Cake, lemon meringue pie are to die for. And the lady seeing to our needs was the BEST. She answered all questions about everything and we never waited more than a few minutes for anything. Wish every place we go was like this!

I've been here 2 times. I love it. It tastes like home…read morecooking like grandma used to make. I will eat here as much as I can in the future. I got dessert this time. Snap!! . I dont think ANY COCONUT PIE has ever been memorable.... but JEAN'S IT VERY MEMORABLE! The Carmel Cake was sold out... so next time I will need to get 2 desserts. Coconut pie and caramel cake. I inhaled coconut pie. No photo. Sorry.

Food was delicious and great prices with large portions. Service was exceptional. Clean large area…read moreto eat in.

Revisited for this month's meeting and the improvement was noticeable. Last time the grits were…read moreundercooked; this time they were exactly where they should be--hot, creamy, and fully set. A midday meeting meant the dining room was calm enough for real conversation without having to raise our voices, which is a rarity during peak hours. The Classic Breakfast remains a reliable choice: straightforward, well‑executed, and consistent. Service was steady and unobtrusive, the kind of pacing that lets a group focus on the meeting without interruptions or long waits. As our group continues to grow, this spot is shaping up to be our go‑to. The combination of quiet midday atmosphere, dependable food, and smooth service makes it an easy pick for recurring meetups. Management listens to customers, refreshing!

This is real good, hot and ready food. Fill your takeout or sit and eat…read more I had the meatloaf because I had fried chicken yesterday. Round it out with greens and macaroni so cheesy and delicious, but the chicken was calling me. So I added two thighs so crispy and tasty wow! Need some pie with that? I walked away full and happy. Now get off the freeway and have some good food!

Unbelievable Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Mac and Cheese…read more If you are passing through on I-20. Do yourself a favor and stop here. Great food, Friendly Service. Authentic Family owned restaurants are so much better than the chains.

Stoped here for a late lunch. It was great. I had a wrap and some babaganish. Everything was great…read more Service was quick and friendlyi like the location. I'll be back.

Overall experience 3.5 stars…read more Ambiance: 3.5 Stars Located in North Hills / Popular Springs, the restaurant is an open concept and has multiple tables for seating. It is clean and was decorated with different Middle Eastern pictures and homey items. Service: 3.75 Stars The family own and operated staff are friendly and professional. They made some recommendations and we ordered our food. It took about 15 minutes for the food to arrive. Food: 3.5 Stars The Turkish coffee was wonderful. Robust and had the hint of cardamom, cinnamon and other spices. Though a hot drink, it was refreshing to taste. 3.5 Stars We had the Lamb and Chicken Gyros. Both were large and tasty. However, some parts of the meat were slightly dry. The fresh, hot fries were a delight. Appetizer: 3 Stars The fried Sambosa was ok. It tasted more "store" bought than homemade. The chicken was good but I was expecting chicken peas or other veggies in it too. The seasoning was ok. Dessert: 2.75 Baklava- the order came with one pastry cut into two small pieces. Not a shareable item. You could put both pieces in your mouth. Too small and it tasted "store bought" again. I could be wrong and it not a major criticism. Just more of an observation and a reference what I won't order the next time we stop by. Overall: we will be back to taste other food options and the friendly staff.

Another great meal today !!!! Service was outstanding Keith…read moregave us the bests service !!!! We sat outside the breeze was great total enjoyed the atmosphere!!! Filet was great !! The crab, shrimp, dip was great as well!!! Oh and don't forget the crème brûlée superb !!

I walked in and no one was at the hostess stand. So I waited and waited and just went back outside…read more I walked back in and there were three ladies standing there and no one looked up or said hello. The restaurant was empty at 8 pm. After no hello the hostess starts walking with the menus. We follow. The food, all of it, was extremely subpar. Food you would expect at a late night fast food or Dennys. The blackened chicken had zero blackened spices on it. It was a reheated frozen patty. The French fries that came with it were cold, greasy and soggy so I asked for fresh fries. The waiter comes back to the table with a plate and asks for the cold fries back. Never in my entire life!!! I scooped them up with my hands and put them on the plate. Now I'm doing their job. I'm not wasting more time reviewing the other dishes. I have no idea where these glowing reviews are coming from. The server was kind enough. We were traveling through and relied on these reviews.

Food quality has gone down. My wife and I both have MSG headaches after our meal…read more 18 months ago, this was an authentic Mexican food experience, but now the only thing authentic was the habanero hot sauce. Beans and rice were too salty. We used to highly recommend Don Cheques, but no more. Now, we're back looking for real Mexican food (minus MSG).

Food was great good flavor !!! Service was exceptional…read morecould not be better and the atmosphere was great !!!

I'm not from the area and was visiting Meridian. I gotta say that Punjab Palace is legit!! I was…read morepleasantly surprised. My uber driver recommended this place and he said that he gets many Uber Eats orders from this restaurant. He said that all the food is good here. I tried a chicken and a lamb dish. I'd recommend not getting a dry dish though; I wish I got my chicken dish with sauce to dip my naan bread in. Highly recommend the mango lassi. It was delicious and refreshing. Also, I highly suggest getting naan bread. The restaurant interior is not fancy or well decorated but I didn't mind. I like no-frills Indian spots. There can be a bit of flies if you sit near the window.

The best Indian restaurant i have ever been. Any lamb dish is a must. The naan bread is amazing .read more