Excellent service & drinks, trendy spot at The Star for late night cap and a cigar. limited selection of smokes in the humidor, overpriced and dry. Best to visit the Red Door in Grandscape for quality cigars. Or Chamberlain's Cigar Lounge in Addison for top shelf stogies and great steaks. $$$$ Expensive read more

The Monarch Stag - smoking lounge needs a refresh - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Frisco, Texas

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The Monarch is a whole vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] While visiting Jerry World I wanted a place to sit down for a cigar/whiskey. I lucked out and found this place; came there on a Monday night and it wasn't busy at all. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Their smoking area was small, but laid out extremely well with leather chairs and a large TV screen.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The humidor was also rather small, and several of the cigars were pricier than I've seen. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Where this place takes the cake is the ambiance, service and whiskey selection.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My hostess, Mary, was extremely attentive and provided good recommendations on the food and beverages. And regarding the whiskey - their selection was massive. Mary recommended a Texas bourban (Unbendt BiB) that was delicious. It was so good that I brought a bottle back to Chicago. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Highly recommend this place for a cigar smoker looking for a good meal + cigar in a quiet/intimate environment.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Stopped by Monarch Stag with some co-workers. They wanted cocktails, I wanted food -- so this was a nice compromise being that Monarch Stag delivered solidly for both. We ended up order a variety of food and drinks. All of the food was great! From a timing perspective, we went on a Tuesday evening. While the venue was mostly empty in the main dining room and bar, the private room was full. This made service extremely slow. On the plus side, if you're there to hang out -- slow service isn't as bad with a good cocktail. The staff were very polite and friendly...just a little overworked in my opinion. read more

Loved the area--super convenient with parking garages and tons of restaurants and spots all in one place. Our waitress, Izzy, was fantastic--very attentive and personable. Great service all around. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant itself is on the smaller side, but I enjoyed the vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I didn't check Yelp ahead of time since this place was picked by someone else, and we were sticking with it--but worth noting: the main courses are all steak. If that's not your thing, you'll want to know ahead of time. That said, I stuck with appetizers and shareables and left totally satisfied and full. Highlights were: Brussels Sprouts Oysters Ahi Tuna Loaded Potatoes Only miss for me was the lobster rolls--would skip those next time. [[HIGHLIGHT]]What I really appreciated: Although it's a cigar lounge, you're not hit with smoke at the door, and unless you go into the lounge area, you won't be around it or leave smelling like it. There's a separate door inside that leads to the cigar lounge, so it's well-contained and doesn't affect the dining experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There was also live music while we were there, which added a really nice touch to the atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I'll definitely be back to the area to check out more restaurants. read more

Everything a cigar lover, whiskey drinking, live music person could ever want. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Full of beautiful people and a few occasional athletes hanging out.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Great place for a night cap! read more

Loved this place! It gives off speak easy vibes with steak house quality food. They variety of alcohol and cocktails is a bit overwhelming but our serve gave us great. I had the ribeye and the butter they put on top was the perfect touch. We also got the Mac & cheese with chorizo corn. Live music and live performers was a nice touch to go with the dinner. We ended up going over the cigar lounge and have a cigar and one more drink. Our server was great in helping us making some decision. read more

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Went here before a NYE party to grab a drink to start the night off, and it was much smaller than I expected and honestly was overpriced. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have a small cigar room in the back for you to be able to go smoke but it's more of a small lounge.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Definitely not good for large groups.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The pictures make it look much bigger than it is.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Our server, Grace, was very low-key yet very good recommendations! My wife's Old Fashioned was smooth and one of the best she's had! I enjoyed the UnBendt Flight. Wagyu beef bits and Charcuterie for main course. Wagyu melted in the mouth. Valet parking. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very enjoyable, quaint, cozy bar with live music.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Gave wife complimentary cotton candy bowl which was fun! read more

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The Monarch Stag is a beautiful bar! I loved how well the interior was decorated. They had a few lounge chairs and booths. We walked in around ~9:30/10 pm on Friday and there was a live country music performance. After the live music set was over, we had the same woman that perfumed the aerial hoop from the Glen (next door) pop over to do a few sets. The service was quick, and the waitress came around often enough, but did not feel hovered. Since we had dinner next door (The Glen), we didn't order food, just drinks and dessert. The menu looked the same as the Glen. The churros were delicious! I'd order them again! read more

The Monarch Stag - Churros - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Frisco, Texas

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Service was great! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Live music was also fun.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food was tasty. Cocktails for both my wife and I were overly sweet (Colombian Old Fashioned & Natures Own). Drinks also seemed overpriced. We'd go back if already in the area but probably wouldn't go out of our way to do so. read more

Monarch Stag truly stands out with its perfectly balanced Old Fashioned. Most places I've been to have the wrong ratio, but MS nailed it. Additionally, the inclusion of a cozy cigar lounge adds to the overall experience, making it an ideal place to unwind after a long day of work. Although parking proved to be a slight inconvenience, it's important to note that this is beyond Monarch's control. Braden, our bartender, took excellent care of us and recommended what to order. Overall, I'll be back to visit Monarch Stag to try more of their cocktails. Also, if you're a whiskey person, you won't be disappointed with the wide variety of selections Monarch offers. read more

The Monarch Stag - Cigar lounge - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Frisco, Texas

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Monarch Stag appeared in my TL on another social and was listed as a combination restaurant, cocktail bar and cigar lounge. Considering I enjoy all 3 of those things, I was excited to check it out. Not to be confused with Monarch in downtown Dallas, Monarch Stag is as nice, in its own way. Located at The Star in Frisco, it comes from the same founders of J. Theodore and Rare Books (both located in Frisco) and based on my experience, they do a nice job in being all 3 things. I met friends and upon arriving we were immediately impressed. It started with the service from the valet parking staff as they were prompt and friendly. Upon entering, we arrived at a small lobby area where we were greeted by the hostess and then escorted to our table (while not required, we had a reservation). Once seated, a server quickly came over, introduced herself, served water and shared the cocktail specials for the evening. She then gave us time to catch our breath and check out the menu. After a brief time, our server returned, and we placed our order for drinks, starter and main entrée. For drinks, I went with the Monarch Stag Smoked Old Fashioned. The presentation of this drink was nice and thankfully, the drink matched the presentation as it was tasty. For the starter, we shared the Wagyu Bee Bites and an order of Truffle Fries; both were delicious. For my entrée, I went with the Chilean Seabass and it did not disappoint. Through the entire time we were there, our server was present enough without being a constant interruption. She kept our water glasses filled and always arrived just in time to see if we needed another cocktail, etc. As for the space, it has a very cozy and somewhat intimate feel to it. While I did not go into the cigar lounge, from what I could see it seemed to be a decent size. Add to it, the humidor appeared to be well stocked. Also, as importantly, the dining and bar area did not smell of cigars which implies the lounge is well ventilated. While all the food was delicious and it is a nice option, my primary reason for return visits will be cocktails and to check out the cigar lounge; for me, this felt more like a lounge than it does a restaurant. The fact that I can order some small bites if desired is an added benefit. read more

Great cocktail bar! Cozy yet elegant! They had live music and dancer/fire show. The service was good for how busy it was. Recommend the flirt bird cocktail, foam on top was so good! read more

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I brought my hubby here for his birthday dinner, we were supposed to dine next door at the Glen however they were having a private party. This is their sister restaurant, [[HIGHLIGHT]]the decor and ambiance was nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were sat right away and our waitress was sweet. For dinner he got the lobster pasta and I got bacon dates, I honestly wasn't a fan of either. The pasta tasted super fishy, which meant it wasn't fresh at all. For $60 a plate I'd like to think they were serving fresh food, I had to take stars off for that. The cocktails weren't very good either. The 3 stars are for our waitress and that's it. Definitely won't be back. read more

Food was good but steak bites were a little skimpy. 3 good dipping sauce choices. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cigar room was cold.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Bartender was excellent! read more

This place was really nice! Ambience: even though its a small space, the decorated it well! There is live music on most days and they play requests too. Drinks: we got the santa bourbon drink which was warm and different. The okd fashioned was good too! Service: they were fast and nice read more

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You have to make reservations to Monarch Stag because there are only seven tables and a small bar. Come on Fridays or Saturdays for the live band and aerial performance and any day for the wonderful service. The food was decent and the drinks were wonderful. The Ceviche and Fries were good but the Paella and Brussels Sprouts were disappointing. I forgot the drinks we had but both were delicious (possibly the Desperate Housewife). Also, the original Old Fashioned looked stellar as it came with a cool presentation. The best part of the meal was the Creme Brulee. More specifically, the best part of the meal was the Peach on the Creme Brulee. I wish the peach alone was a dessert accompanied with some ice cream and it would have been fabulous. It has a humidor so you can purchase a cigar and smoke it there. I didn't check out The Glen next door, but apparently, it's a pretty sweet bar. read more

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Way over priced! Service was awful. The bartenders and server girls were more interested in flirting with each other than pay attention to their customers. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance is beautiful but we probably won't go back.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

We stopped by here after getting a few drinks at the Glenn next door. Owned by the same people I think since the cocktails seem similar and the same aerial performer was at both places. Cocktails were good, ambience was cozy and moody which I like, and service was attentive. I would come back and recommend it if you're wanting to go get some drinks. The live music was also really great! read more

I made reservations for a late Thursday night dinner and I will say they had a full house at 9pm for I definitely recommend making reservations. Monarch Stag is a very intimate lounge. There is a bar, cigar lounge, a few round booths and a couple small tables. Tables are spread out, allowing you to enjoy private conversations. I loved how dim the lounge was because it gave such a sexy atmosphere. There are lamps on your table to turn on in order to see menu which was a huge plus. There was also someone singing nice jazz songs and took requests. There is only 2 servers which is more than enough for how small the lounge is but I did feel like they could move a little quicker. You can tell that they have their regulars that they spent more time with and gave more attention to, because I had to flagged the manager down to inform him that I was ready to order then my waitress came back apologizing (because we were sitting for almost 25min waiting to place even a drink order). That's the only reason they were not 5stars. Food is pricey but I expect that for that location in Frisco and because of the type of vibe/ambiance (high end) the lounge is. I ordered a dozen oysters, wagyu bites and crab cakes. The crab cakes were my favorite but everything was good. The crab cakes had a good portion of crab and not a lot of breading and the sauce that came with them were fantastic. The wagyu bites came on a sizzling hot plate with 3 different sauces for dipping. The wagyu literally melted in my mouth, I just wish it was seasoned more but I get it was a little bland because you're suppose to use the sauces (which all 3 were really good). Oysters were very fresh. Also ordered a bottle of wine and it was fantastic also it was cheaper to just buy a bottle rather than ordering 2-3 beverages so keep that in mind. I will most definitely come back...but be aware the lounge is FREEZING! Please bring a jacket or sweater with you. read more

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Love love love this place!! We are fans of J Theodore and rare books so we knew we had to try the glen, and we have reservations in a few weeks at monarch stagg. Seating area is small, I don't suggest coming with more than 6 people unless you're okay with sitting at multiple tables. The drinks were great! Food was delicious! Our server was very attentive and had great recommendations on what to order! Prices are high but I wouldn't expect anything cheap at the star. read more

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A friend had made reservations here for a bday dinner, and this place had such a nice vibe to it. I highly recommend making reservations because it will get full. The black rock fire jump shrimp was really good, and the bacon wrapped dates were good as well. Someone had ordered the wagyu beef bites, and those were pretty tasty as well. I ordered the flirt bird as my cocktail, and it was pretty fresh and good. The service was good and the ambiance was even better. This place is a little on the pricey end though but still a cool spot. read more

Came in last night and was treated like a 2nd class citizen by the bartender last night. @themonarchstag i was standing at the bar in a spot next to 3 reserved bar seats that didn't have a chair but was enough space to stand & enjoy a cocktail while I waited for a friend to be arrive & be seated. I was told i was "too close" to the VIPs that were set to arrive in 15 minutes. We went back and forth debating why I couldn't/shouldn't be there. I was FLOORED! The VIPs arrived mid debate & heard me say, "so what do you want me to do, ask them if they are ok if i am next to them?!?" He walked off annoyed and the VIPs offered me a chair. I later found out the VIP was his previous boss & her family...nice people! I have never felt more humiliated in my life! I took a picture of the bartender, paid & left. Will DM you. HORRIBLE experience. BAD decision. read more

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The Monarch Stag is a fabulous hidden gem. It is pretty small but wow. Not much like it in the metroplex. I know some go for a drink before heading to the Glenn or Dee Lincoln. You walk in and the bar is all the way to the ceiling and lit up. Just about every bourbon you could imagine. I have gone twice now and one of my favorites is the blackened shrimp. If arrives then they light it on fire. So fun. Also highly recommend the wagu steak bites or the sliders. Delicious!! Service is amazing both times we have been. Constantly made sure everything is perfection. Then for the fun.. the show. So much fun if you are looking for something different! read more

I had a really great experience. Riley welcomed me in at the bar, and had a phenomenal knowledge of the whiskey history. I have a large collection at home, so I typically lean more toward cocktails in this setting. Food, service, and drinks were all amazing. read more

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Very delicious, but not worth the price. Service was mid-good, but not high end service to justify price. Also came at 5 so there was no music or show. Show up at 7 for better experience but the service and food while good will be very below the price tag. read more

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Maybe it's just not my style, but is it a cowboy rustic type of vibe or a sheik slick vibe or does it change depending on the evening? The menu and naming convention needs work in my opinion. It leads you in many cases to think something grand is on the way. There was a jar and lobster, shame on me to think it would be grand. I should have known there was only so much that could be done at that price point. read more

Overall the place seemed nice looking on the outside. The place had cool but cheap elements. It kind of looks upscale but isn't. They put cheap brick accent walls in which didn't go with the rest of the place. There are a few fun pop of decoration here and there but it isn't throughout. Service was horrible. Our waitress was horrible at her job. She would walk away before we were even done ordering. We ordered the Wagyu beef bites. What we got was rough chopped pieces of beef some pieces were about the size of a pea. They were supposed to be cubed. They put three condiments on the side and none of them really complement the wagyu. First was an over vinegary chimichurri, then was a watered down cheese sauce and the last was a brown gravy. All places in a small pouring cup but none of them you could pour. We ordered two sub par cocktails. Clearly it was the bartenders first day in a bar. The only real nice part about the whole thing was a live musician, playing in the corner of the room. read more

Great place!!! Staff was nice and food was delicious. Cigar lounge nice!!!! I would recommend!!!

When I saw this place was open I was very excited to come try this out. This place is a new restaurant, owned by the same owners as rare books bar in Frisco. I have always loved rare books bar (a speakeasy located behind a secret bookshelf!) and when I saw they were opening a sister location I was pumped. So, Friday night I tried this place out. First off - it is another speakeasy type vibes. I recommend calling before for a reservation if you have a large group of 3-4 or more. This is because there is sitting inside however during times when they have live music (which is almost every night) and on the weekends they did have a large crowd. I went with my boyfriend and they were able to sit us at a table since it was just two of us (we did call prior to going as well just to make sure there was room). There is also bar sitting of about 8ish maybe seats. So that is always an option as well. First to start we got espresso martinis these are amazing ! Additionally we ordered the broccolini and wagu beef sliders. The broccolini came with a nice tomato sauce topped with parm. This was very delicious. The wagu beef sliders were a bit pricey. It came with just the sliders no side (which is why we ordered some broccolini) however, regardless both items were delicious. Service was excellent. Live music was amazing. And how can I forget about live ring dancer! Absolutely will be coming back ! They are opening a restaurant thats going to be connected as well however it's not finished yet! Must go!! read more

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Our last "Guys night out " we all came across this place at the star and decided to give it a try! They have Excellent service and very good drinks! The decor is very nice /upscale speakeasy. read more

Food and drinks are 10/10. We ventured here for date night and greatly enjoyed the ambiance, entertainment and service. Our waiter was extremely attentive! We ordered the Paella Fideuá, Grilled Mediterranean Octupus and Bao Buns to share. We also got a Bourbon flight and a couple of cocktails. The live music and aerial dancer added to the great experience. Will definitely be back! read more

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I'm obsessed! I saw the great reviews on Yelp and decided we should go in for a drink. I'm didn't want to leave! The new lace smells amazing, and drinks are top notch! Going back ASAP! read more

"The Monarch of the Glen is an oil-on-canvas painting of a deer stag completed in 1851 by the English painter Sir Edwin Landseer. It was commissioned as part of a series of three panels to hang in the Palace of Westminster, in London. It was one of the most popular paintings throughout the 19th century... The stag has twelve points on his antlers, which in deer terminology makes him a "royal stag" but not a "monarch stag", for which sixteen points are needed." -Wikipedia I was always curious about how they came up with the name so I looked it up. Pretty interesting, I can dig it. This establishment fits right in with the classy exclusive spots around the area. The entrance is a giant nice looking mahogany door. Upon entry you're greeted by the lovely hostesses in an exclusive looking reception area, totally closed out from the inside so you can't see or hear what's going on inside. Word of advice make a reservation for Fridays or Saturdays or you will be turned away at the door. I've seen that happen a couple of times while was checking in. Inside is immaculate. The place is small. Not too small, but still small, which adds to the intimate vibe. I love what they did with the decor. I thought it had an old English library feel with a modern classy twist. The leather couches, multiple wall candles and digital illuminating art on the walls make it really nice for a date night. They have a fireplace which adds to the vibe, and the Stag head above the fireplace to keep with the theme. Service is above average to pretty incredible. I've been lucky enough to get amazing service the few times I've been there. Food is really good, served tapas style. They aren't playing with their drinks selection either, especially whiskey. I'm a whiskey guy so I know. Very extensive collection. Another big plus is that they always have some type of live entertainment going on every day including weekdays. Usually it's live music but on the weekend they step it up a notch and throw in an lady swinging from the ceiling doing a performance. For the cigar lovers you will be pleased to know they have a cigar room with very classy decor and some of the best cigars around. The room is through a glass door to the side of the lounge. Only downside I can think of is that it's really difficult to get in without prior reservations. To be expected for a place like this though. Overall I really loved the few times I've been here. I highly recommend it if you like classy lounges with great food and drink, or want to dress up for an intimate night out. ok read more

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As I'm sitting here in the corner of this beautiful establishment enjoying a perfectly made Paper Plane I couldn't be happier. This place is incredible. Liz it's the best cocktail waitress the world has seen and Maia makes the best cocktails. 10/10 read more

The Monarch Stag - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Frisco, Texas

The food was decent but the service was very slow ,the show was pretty entertaining. Other than that would not recommend !! read more

Such a great evening with friends! Gorgeous place, the mussels were the best I've ever had and the portion was massive. Jett Platt was the musician for the evening and it topped off the atmosphere perfectly. Can't wait to go back the next time he plays!! Service was top notch, attentive and above and beyond. Thank you for our wonderful experience. read more

I loved this place! Very intimate and cozy inside, beautiful decor and fun ambiance. The service was great too. It really feels like a high end place in Vegas. They have an huge wall of whiskey and bourbon, as well as bourbon flights you can try. The other cocktails are very high end and delicious. I tried the "Melony" a watermelony, gin situation which was spicy and sweet and very pretty, I also opted for a couple of dirty martinis, and they had bleu cheese olives which is always a plus in my book. My friend tried the adorable "Flirty Bird" which was very citrusy and refreshing, topped with a whipped cream to look like bubble bath and a cute little rubber ducky to finish it off! We just tried the apps, the fried artichokes and truffle fries were amazing, the bacon wrapped dates were very good as well. There is a cigar lounge which we did not check out, but if you're not into cigar smoke, don't worry it is a completely separate area and won't disturb you at all. They even had fantastic live music and an aerialist! If you're looking for a fun date night or place to go with the girls or guys, Monarch Stag should be on your list! read more

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We only did cocktails but it was wonderful. I recommend a reservation because it's small. Our waitress was lovely. The entire experience was relaxing and enjoyable. My cocktail was perfectly balanced. I look forward to going again. read more

Very nice upscale bar, with a cigar lounge and great food. Food was very good, high end and savory. Unique evening show with live trapeze and band. Nice cozy ambience. Perfect way to go for date night. And if you are a cigar lover, the lounge has a sofisticated ambiance with confortable leather sofas. Be ready to spend some dough. It is on the overly expensive side with cocktails over $20 and overpriced cigars. The good news is that they will allow you to smoke your own as long as you meet a minimum spend. Well worth it and my new go to place in Frisco. The servers were all awesome. We ended up closing the place and got the staff to dance with our group!! read more