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Monarch Bay Beach Club

Exclusive to registered guests and members, the private Monarch Bay Beach Club is an oceanfront sanctuary. Experience the Southern California lifestyle with activities on the water and laid-back dining served with a side of Pacific beauty.

Exclusive beach activities

Discover the quintessential spot for riding the waves, soaking up the sun, and making California memories.

Plan Your Beach Day

Water sports

Whether it’s surfing for the first time or touring the coastline on a stand-up paddle board, Expert Active’s beach team will help you live your California adventure. Make the most of our surfside setting with expert instruction for all levels and rent whatever you need for a day at the beach, from boogie boards and snorkel gear to surfboards and wetsuits. Reserving 12 hours in advance is advised.

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Beach concierge

Venture to the shores of Monarch Bay for a perfect day under the California sun. Our complimentary Beach Tram will take you from the lobby to our private beach club, where our Beach Concierge will greet you. Allow our team to set you up in style with complimentary beach chairs, umbrellas, towels, and sand toys.

Beachfront dining and coastal cocktails

Experience the warm ocean breeze through our indoor-outdoor bar or the laid-back luxury of a sunset dinner on the spacious Beach Lawn. Our menus paint a canvas of the California coastline, showcasing its boundless beauty and bounty.

11:30 am – 9 pm Monday – Friday

10:30 am – 9 pm Saturday and Sunday

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All-day dining

From classic Californian cuisine to coastal inspirations, our all-day dining menu presents the perfect balance of approachable-yet-elevated cuisine. Treat yourself to nostalgic beach sweets like fireside roasted s’mores and shareable banana splits.

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Beach bar

The breezy beachfront bar takes center stage at Monarch Bay Beach Club, with classic cocktails, local microbrews, and an all-California wine list. Cocktails highlight premium spirits and house-made infusions while celebrating California’s iconic beach culture.

Sample Menu

Starters

Housemade chips and salsa

Queso blanco, guacamole, caramelized onion dip

Fritto misto

Calamari, shrimp, lemon wheels, shaved fennel marinara, grilled lemon

Beach club buffalo wings

Ranch, blue cheese, carrots, celery

Fried brussels sprouts

Caramelized apples, bacon lardons, fried garlic bacon vinaigrette, toasted pine nuts

Poached prawn cocktail

House cocktail sauce, lemon

Shrimp ceviche*

Citrus-marinated shrimp, cucumber, avocado, tomato, onions, cilantro, house tortilla chips

Spicy tuna nachos*

Marinated ahi tuna, wonton chips, wasabi mayo, sesame seeds, serrano chilis, scallion, avocado

Braised octopus

Tender braised octopus, Spanish chorizo, charred tomato broth, new potatoes, green olive tapenade chimichurri, sylvetta

Soups and Salads

Clam chowder cup or bowl

Smoky bacon, ocean clams, chives

Soup of the day cup or bowl

Rotating seasonal soup

Beach house wedge caesar

Baby Romaine wedges, heirloom tomatoes, white anchovies, shaved parmesan, lemon, Caesar, vinaigrette, garlic croutons

Farmer’s market salad

Farmers market greens | cherry tomatoes | cucumber lemon vinaigrette. Add chicken, shrimp, or salmon ($)

Fall beet salad

Chicory greens, candied beets, crumbled goat cheese, toasted hazelnuts, pomegranate vinaigrette

Gyro salad

Shaved seared lamb, Romaine lettuce, cucumber, tomato, red onion, tzatziki dressing, pita croutons

Cobb salad

Chicken, avocado, bacon, tomatoes, cucumber, blue cheese crumbles, grated egg, choice of dressing

Poké bowl*

Seasonal ingredients, sesame ginger dressing, sriracha mayo, sesame seeds, scallions, white rice or salad

Entrees

Steamed mussels

Black mussels, ‘nduja, Calabrian chilies, sliced shallot, buttery seafood broth, fresh herbs, grilled baguette

Catch of the day*

Wild mushroom risotto

Sautéed wild mushrooms, arborio rice, braised kale, black truffle cream, fontina cheese, chervil

Grilled beef filet*

8 oz beef filet, black truffle mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, au poivre sauce, crunchy garlic

Pasta bolognese

Buccatini pasta, spiced pork and beef bolognese, parmesan cheese, fennel pollen, garlic butter toast

King salmon*

Creamy coconut rice, sweet peppers, heirloom carrots, spinach, red curry sauce

Slow-braised beef short rib

Pan-seared scallops*

Coconut squash purée, pickled pearl onion petals, Swiss chard, cranberry reduction, pistachio crumble

Shrimp scampi

Seared white shrimp, Chardonnay broth, linguine pasta, preserved lemon, caper berries, garlic butter toast

Grilled chicken bowl

Citrus-marinated chicken breast, pineapple fried rice, mango salsa, avocado, teriyaki glaze, scallion, sweet red pepper polenta, roasted root vegetables, cipollini onions, cognac demi-glace, crispy shallot

On the Boardwalk

Beach Club tacos

Choice of one protein: carne asada*, blackened shrimp, blackened whitefish, or chicken fajita. Pico de gallo, queso fresco, cilantro-lime crema, salsa roja on side. Make it protein-style with sautéed veggies and lettuce cups

Bay Club fish and chips

Tempura beer-battered whitefish, crispy fries, grilled lemon, lemon-caper tartar sauce, malt vinegar

Sandwiches

Choice of French fries, sweet potato fries, creamy coleslaw, side salad, or truffle fries

Beach House burger*

Aged cheddar, butter lettuce, grilled onions, sliced tomato, garlic aioli, pickle spear, brioche bun, Impossible patty available ($)

BLTA

Smoky bacon, butter lettuce, beefsteak tomato, Hass avocado, toasted sourdough

Fried chicken sandwich

Crispy fried chicken, creamy coleslaw, butter pickles, blue cheese crumble, buffalo sauce, brioche bun

Roast beef melt

Thinly sliced roast beef, Swiss cheese, caramelized onion, toasted rye horseradish mustard, au jus

Smoked turkey wrap

Sun-dried tomato tortilla, bacon, smoked turkey breast, baby lettuce, avocado, tomato, Caesar dressing

Philly chicken cheesesteak sandwich

Grilled chicken, sautéed onions and bell peppers, roasted mushrooms, white cheddar cheese sauce, toasted hoagie roll

Crab cake sandwich

Crispy lump crab cake, butter lettuce, mango salsa, spicy rémoulade, kaiser roll

Desserts

Key lime pie

Coconut graham crust, toasted meringue

Nutella chocolate tart

Hazelnut chocolate mousse, rum banana sauce

Warm Dutch apple cobbler

Topped with vanilla ice cream

Strawberries and cream cheesecake

Fresh strawberry jam, vanilla crumble

Warm chocolate chip cookie

Topped with vanilla ice cream

Beachside brunch

Smoked salmon flatbread

Scottish smoked salmon, lemon-dill cream cheese, capers, pickled red onion, chives

Avocado crab stack

Mashed avocado, lump crab salad, sweet cherry peppers, radish-mango salsa, cilantro, crispy corn tostada chips

Buttermilk pancakes or French toast

Mixed berry compote, powdered sugar, maple syrup

Egg white frittata

Sautéed spinach, marinated artichoke, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, sun-dried tomato pesto

Smoked brisket hash

Smoky beef brisket, pan fried potatoes, Brussels sprouts, roasted peppers, cipollini onions, sunny-side-up egg, chipotle crema

Pulled pork chilaquiles

Slow-roasted pulled pork, tomatillo salsa, pickled onions, two fried eggs, queso fresco, cilantro

Huevos rancheros

Crispy corn tortillas, refried black beans, salsa ranchero, two fried eggs, queso fresco, mozzarella, scallions

Breakfast sandwich

Scrambled eggs, foraged mushrooms, grilled onions, sautéed spinach, cheddar cheese, sourdough toast, French fries

Breakfast burrito

Scrambled eggs, avocado, tater tots, Jack cheese, flour tortilla, salsa

Starters

Housemade chips and salsa

Queso blanco, guacample, jalapeno-artichoke dip

Beach club buffalo wings

Ranch, blue cheese, carrots, celery

Poached prawn cocktail

House cocktail sauce, lemon

Shrimp ceviche*

Citrus-marinated shrimp, cucumber, tomato, avocado, onions, cilantro, tortilla chips

Fritto misto

Calamari, shrimp, lemon wheels, shaved fennel, marinara, grilled lemon

Spicy tuna nachos*

Marinated Ahi tuna, wonton chips, wasabi mayo, sesame seeds, Serrano chilies, scallion, avocado

Soups and salads

Clam chowder

Smoky bacon, ocean clams, chives

Soup of the day

Rotating seasonal soup

Beach house salad

Farmers market greens, lemon vinaigrette or traditional Caesar

supplemental protein: chicken | shrimp | salmon*

Gyro salad

Shaved seared lamb, Romaine lettuce, cucumber, tomato, red onion, tzatziki dressing, pita croutons

Cobb salad

Chicken, avocado, bacon, tomatoes | cucumber | blue cheese crumbles | grated egg, choice of dressing

Poke bowl*

Seasonal ingredients, sesame-ginger dressing, sriracha mayo, sesame seeds, scallions, white rice or salad

On the boardwalk

Beach club tacos

Pico de gallo, queso fresco, cilantro-lime crema, salsa roja on side

Choice of one protein: carne asada*, blackened shrimp, blackened whitefish, chicken fajita

Make it lettuce-wrap style with sauteed bell peppers, onions, and lettuce cups

Bay club fish and chips

Tempura beer-battered whitefish | cripsy fries | grilled lemon | lemon-caper tartar suace | malt vinegar

Sandwiches

Choice of French fries, sweet potato fries, creamy coleslaw, potato salad, pasta salad, or side salad

Beach house burger*

8 oz all-beef patty, aged cheddar, butter lettuce, grilled onions, sliced tomato, garlic aioli, brioche bun, pickle spear

option to make it an impossible burger

BLTA

Smoky bacon, butter lettuce, beefsteak tomato, Hass avocado, toasted sourdough

Smoked turkey wrap

Sun-dried tomato tortilla, bacon, smoked turkey breast, baby lettuce, avocado, tomato, Caesar dressing

Roast beef melt

Thinly sliced roast beef, Swiss cheese, caramelized onions, toasted Rye, horseradish, mustard, au jus

Fried chicken sandwich

Crispy fried chicken, creamy coleslaw, butter pickles, blue cheese crumbles, buffalo sauce, brioche bun

*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. Parties of 6 or more will have an automatic 20% gratuity applied to the check.