Shane Earl1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Shane has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleGreat food, great people. Will frequent here often.
Taqueria Monarca
How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%96+66.5Reliability 31%97+29.8Experts Score= 96Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.96SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#1 of 42 food trucksPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 100%
5.0 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · 23 photos
98%five-star reviews
4.92★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
31%reviews answered by the owner
Sep 2026latest review
Taqueria Monarca at a glance
Google reviewers rate Taqueria Monarca five stars based on fifty-eight reviews, highlighting quick service, generous portions, and affordable prices. Customers frequently praise the fresh, flavorful Mexican dishes, including tacos, burritos, and mulitas, noting the food is prepared rapidly. The staff is described as friendly and helpful, creating a welcoming atmosphere for first-time visitors and regulars alike. One minor criticism mentioned is the cost and small quantity of extra sauce.
- Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 58 reviews (98% five-star).
- Reviews on this page: 58 Google reviews (43 with written comments, 4 with photos).
- Owner responses: the business replied to 31% of reviews.
- Most recent review: September 28, 2026.
- Service: Food Truck serving East Lansing, Michigan.
Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.
Score profile vs other food trucks
Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and reliability; weakest: satisfaction.
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Taqueria Monarca: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 76.A
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Taqueria Monarca: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 73.A
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Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 83.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Taqueria Monarca: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 35.–
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Star ratings
58 Google reviews we collected
- 5 stars5798%
- 4 stars12%
- 3 stars00%
- 2 stars00%
- 1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 43 written reviews
- Praise4098%
- Complaints12%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
- Staff & attitude1537%
- Would recommend1024%
- Speed & response820%
- Price & value410%
- Quality & results37%
- Communication12%
What customers talk about
We read 43 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“I had the best service: kind, excited I was a first time customer, treated with care etc.”
“I got a chicken burrito and a mulita and I highly recommend both.”
“It's a perfect place to visit on your lunch break because they'll have your food ready so fast!”
“Recommended dishes: Mexican Hibachi ($13 and worth every penny; $1 for tortillas on the side), Mexican rice (my favorite in town and perfect with ever…”
“The bread they use is top notch which to me is the most important part of a good sandwich.”
“I admitted that I've never had their food before, so they walked me through their menu and their daily specials.”
People customers mention
- Mexican 5 reviews
- Mario 4 reviews
- Ana 3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
EmmaLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
I went here for the first time yesterday and WOW, I was blown away! I had the best service: kind, excited I was a first time customer, treated with care etc. and my food was cooked so quickly! I got a chicken burrito and a mulita and I highly recommend both. I ended up having enough for two meals and they were simply delicious. I will be back!
ChrisLocal Guide · 34 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★
Everything I’ve tried so far has been outstanding! I’ve had the traditional steak tacos, burrito, and today I had the Jalapeño Philly Steak. This was the best Philly I’ve ever had in my life, no lie! It’s their take on a Philly, comes with steak, onion, melted cheese, fresh jalapeños and their signature sauce which…
CarlaLocal Guide · 33 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★
Went to tractor supply and saw this food truck. It was pouring rain and it was cold but we saw that they were still open. Well what the heck we decided to check it out and we spent almost $70 to try stuff on the menu. I have to say the owners were very nice and very helpful. The food was amazing!! Will definitely come back and try more:
Justin15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Pretty good food & the owners are great people. Only criticism I’d give is that they charge $1 for extra sauce & it’s barely filled halfway
Briana5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Amazing food that tastes and feels home made! It's also quick, even by food truck standards
BenLocal Guide · 48 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
This place is so good and the portions are pretty good, too. Mario and Ana are super friendly and kick out some absolutely great food in a matter of minutes. They're SO fast and the food is awesome. Makes it the perfect lunch spot. No huge wait and 1000 times better than some bs fast food u would get in the same…
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Customer reviews
5.0 ★★★★★ 58 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
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Team members customers mention
Shelby Roland8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Shelby has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleThe BEST Quesadilia I've ever had in my life. Exceptional service too!
Emma NelsonLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Emma has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleI went here for the first time yesterday and WOW, I was blown away! I had the best service: kind, excited I was a first time customer, treated with care etc. and my food was cooked so quickly! I got a chicken burrito and a mulita and I highly recommend both. I ended up having enough for two meals and they were simply delicious. I will be back!
Zac PLocal Guide · 19 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Zac has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleDelicious food for a good price. I will be going back.
- Meal type: Lunch
- Recommended dishes: Tacos
Matthew Boughton17 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Matthew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleGet the mulitas, they’re amazing!
Brandon JonesLocal Guide · 48 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Brandon has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleBest taco truck ever.
Joseph Rangel4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joseph has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleYou have to try this hidden gem. A+ food and quality. Highly recommend!
- Meal type: Lunch
- Group size: 2 people
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Thank you for visit us.
Chris SLocal Guide · 34 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Chris has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleEverything I’ve tried so far has been outstanding! I’ve had the traditional steak tacos, burrito, and today I had the Jalapeño Philly Steak. This was the best Philly I’ve ever had in my life, no lie! It’s their take on a Philly, comes with steak, onion, melted cheese, fresh jalapeños and their signature sauce which is a creamy spicy type of chipotle sauce that is amazing. The bread they use is top notch which to me is the most important part of a good sandwich. They also have a few dishes that aren’t on the menu yet, a Mongolian style dish with rice, steak, chicken, and a soy sauce. Also have a dish on a bed of fried rice, with steak, chicken, jalapeño, and a spicy sauce drizzled on top. I’m definitely going to try one of those next time.
- Meal type: Lunch
- Price per person: $10–20
- Wait time: No wait
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Thank you Chris, for your words, Thank you for sharing and for being part of our success. See you next time.
CarlaLocal Guide · 33 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Carla has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleWent to tractor supply and saw this food truck. It was pouring rain and it was cold but we saw that they were still open. Well what the heck we decided to check it out and we spent almost $70 to try stuff on the menu. I have to say the owners were very nice and very helpful. The food was amazing!! Will definitely come back and try more:
- Meal type: Dinner
- Price per person: $60–70
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Thank you for visiting us. We are happy that you liked our food.
Jacob Sowders6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jacob has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleThe steak tacos were delicious! Super friendly/generous people, will be back!
- Meal type: Lunch
- Price per person: $1–10
- Wait time: No wait
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
We are happy that you liked our food. Thank you
Business details
- Address: 1801 N Grand River Ave, Lansing, MI 48906
- Phone: (517) 391-8558
- Website: taqueriamonarca.org
- Service area: East Lansing, MI