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    Cafe De Olla

    4.3 (1.6k reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
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    Chorizo Burrito.
    Anna B.

    Didn't try any of their coffee drinks, just ordered brunch food to share with my friend. The Churro Waffle is PHENOMENAL, would order it again without a doubt! Crispy, deeply rich cinnamon goodness, not too sweet, but also would be fantastic as a dessert waffle. Chorizo Burrito - good but not great, I've had better tasting burritos. I feel like there was solid amount of chorizo, yet needed more hash brown for a more balanced burrito. The hot orange red salsa was a perfect spicy kick to add on top. Customer service was solid enough, our server was attentive with asking if we wanted small plates for sharing our dishes. Though, she never refilled our water glasses during our brunch visit. I get they were super busy for a Sunday, but still it doesn't take long to refill waters lol. Since we put our name and phone number down around noon on a Sunday, we waited almost an hour on the Yelp waitlist for a party of 2 (which despite us being quite hungry for brunch, the time flew by since we were chatting and chilling at the nearby park). FYI, their Yelp waitlist can get filled to capacity on Sundays and when it does, the restaurant will temporarily disable it. So like we had to, you will have to walk in and write your name on their Yelp waitlist instead of using the Yelp app to do this.

    Todd J.

    Caffe Olla is a wow from the moment you sit down. The breakfast hits all the right notes the sweet bread cart is a standout, and the scrambled eggs and fresh fruit were simple but perfectly done. Service was outstanding, warm and attentive without missing a beat. And the mascarpone latte? Absolute perfection rich, smooth, and worth coming back for on its own. A spot that makes a simple breakfast feel special.

    Chilaquiles Divorciados
    Catalina T.

    Great place for a solid Mexican breakfast/brunch. I would highly recommend making reservations prior your visit; especially on a weekend since it gets pretty crowded. Yelp offers the join waitlist so you can save a spot for your visit The place is buzzing with people and waiters, pretty busy all around and not quiet. I ordered the chilaquiles divorciados which consist of the red and green chilaquiles side by side. It comes with a hefty side of refried beans topped with cheese and some rice. The dish over all is delicious and more than enough food for me. I also ordered cafe de olla which is coffee with cinnamon and sugar and to be honest, it was TOO sweet for me. I ended up asking the waiter if he could pour me some solid black coffee to go with it and he was kind enough to bring me a cup of black coffee to pour it in myself. After doing that, the cafe de olla was just right! The place is clean, including the restrooms even in such a busy place. The food comes out fast and they're attentive ensuring you are satisfied with your order. They have a cart with Mexican bread (a la dim sum). Depending on the bread you get, it will be added to your bill. We didn't have any issues finding street parking which was free.

    Omelette de la Casa, Cafe de Olla Latte (decaf), and Del Campo Combo
    Brenda L.

    4.8 stars for Cafe De Olla! We came here on a Saturday around 11 for a brunch/lunch. This place is popular and the wait was about 60 min so definitely take advantage of the Yelp Waitlist and check-in ahead of time to minimize your wait. Our experience was delightful. Everything tasted amazing, from the chilaquiles with the perfect spice kick and crunch factor to the creamy cafe de Olla. Servers were very friendly and vibes were great here. We will be back soon!~

    Chicken Tacos
    Kim M.

    January 2026 - Party of 2 on a Sunday around 1pm, 45 minutes wait. Food/Pricing - First time eating lunch here instead brunch food. The meat in the tacos were a bit dry and bland. The sauce had a nice kick and helped with the taste. Adding in the beans and rice into the tacos also made it less dry. Service/Ambiance - Service was prompt. A bit disappointed in my lunch choice but will likely be back for brunch. Parking - Plenty of street parking or public lots nearby.

    Fried tamale plate
    PJ D.

    Like the cafe de olla and choice of bread. Not a fan of the fried tamales however I think everything else on the plate was good so I'm sure the menu has yummy other options. Service was good as well. She had refills down. Busy restaurant. Reserve online prior to heading there for breakfast. Not a huge dining area but enough.

    Deeply pleasant dining experience. Staff was really nice and the service was quick and attentive. The food is also great! My egg white omelet's egg whites: the whitest. My fruit: the freshest. And my boyfriend's barbeque burger: the burgiest. Coffee was also very tasty.

    Tammy T.

    Absolutely loved Cafe De Olla in Monrovia! I got there right when it opened so there was no wait. The restaurant was cozy and the staff were so nice and attentive. There were alot of breakfast selections but we settled for Steak & Eggs and the Ham & Cheese Omelette, both came with a side (hashed brown, fries or fruit), and choice of toast. Food tasted amazing. Will definitely add this to my regular go-to spot for breakfast.

    Adam A.

    Fantastic! I loved the vibes, the incredible service, and the food. The menu was so large that I felt overwhelmed. Its like the Mexican version of Portos bakery

    Ferrero iced latte
    Bonnie D.

    Be prepared to wait for weekend brunch. I came here with two friends around noon on a Sunday, and we waited about an hour to be seated. It wasn't too bad since the restaurant is in the heart of Old Town Monrovia. You can walk around and browse the nearby shops while you wait, and the time cruises by. They'll send you a text when your table is ready. The front desk staff and waiters were friendly, and we were greeted with warm smiles from the start. I ordered the menudo and a Ferrero iced latte--both were excellent. The menudo was one of the cleanest I've had. The tripe was cut into bite-sized pieces, and the broth was clear, without any heavy residue from the spices. The latte was strong with the perfect level of sweetness. I also grabbed a vanilla concha to go for my daughter, and it was delicious. The inside had the perfect amount of fluff. I'll definitely be returning :)

    Berry Good Waffle
    Mary F.

    This was my first visit here and I came with high expectations but I left disappointed. Took my entire fam for breakfast, the two host at the front of the restaurant greeted us as soon as we walked in. They were both lovely, polite, and friendly and we were seated right away. Our waitress was not so friendly. Her table manners were cold and quite frankly she made our first experience at this popular, highly yelped restaurant not so great. After taking our drink orders, I asked for flavored creamer on the side for my cafe de olla..she responded with, "You know, this is a very sweet coffee, it already has sugar in it. Do you still want flavored creamer!?" Her tone was not pleasant. I responded with a, " Yes, please a couple flavored creamers on the side. Thank you". We were a party of five, I had the less complicated order: the Berry Waffle. Unfortunately, M y order was "overlooked". I felt bad for my family who all had their plates in-front of them and they insisted on waiting to eat until I received my order, unfortunately- they ate cold food while I had a hot waffle served 10+ minutes after them. My waffle was just okay. It had a light crunch to it. The blueberries and strawberries were fresh and that is what made the flavor on this plate. For the price, I expected more, It's a small waffle with a cup of mixed berries. The cafe de olla was good. However, it probably would have been amazing had I been able to taste it with a bit of flavored creamer, the way I, the customer, enjoys it. The quality of table service from this particular waitress was an epic fail all around. She had a bad attitude. She never even apologized for not placing my order and she didn't check in on our table periodically. Not at all what I expected. Esthetically, it's a nice restaurant in a nice location. Would I go back? Most likely not.

    Baked goods
    Jasmine M.

    Great table service. It's seems like one guy does it all. I had to get his attention a couple of times but he looked pretty busy. Food was sooo good. Definitely worth coming back for. I had a vegetarian breakfast burrito for dinner. Yum! Saved 1/2 of it for the next day. My hubby also had breakfast burrito, my dad had enchiladas with molé sauce. They said they enjoyed their food also. Street parking only. Good luck with that.

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    Mitzy A.

    Sunday brunch with the family! It was really convenient that they offered the option to join the waitlist through Yelp -- we didn't have to rush to the restaurant and were able to stroll around downtown while waiting for our table. Inside, it was moderately loud, and the bench cushions were worn out, which made sitting a bit uncomfortable (especially since I was wearing a skirt). The service was okay overall; they took quite a while to take our order, though it did improve after we experienced an issue. I tried the pie de guayaba, tres leches, chilaquiles, refried beans, tortillas, and torta de pierna. The desserts were delicious! The pie was perfectly balanced -- just the right amount of tartness, sweetness, and a great crust. My favorite dish was probably the chilaquiles; they were perfectly crispy, and all three salsas were delicious! I just wish they had a bit more garnish (like cheese and onions). The torta de pierna was okay -- the meat itself was flavorful, but the rest of the toppings were pretty average. Unfortunately, my sister also ordered a torta de pierna and found a small piece of glass in her sandwich. The staff handled it professionally, they comped the torta and offered a free dessert, but it was still a serious safety concern and made us a bit uneasy about the kitchen's quality control.

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    Good is great, service was excellent. The coffee and food portions are perfect. I will definitely be back.

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    Ask the Community - Cafe De Olla

    Are you moving to Duarte?? , when?

    Hi Art, Thanks so much for reaching out. We are not moving we are soon to open a bakery location. This is the broader concept of the lite bakery we have at the Monrovia location. The location will be in the Marketplace Plaza on Huntington Dr. next… Read more

    Will Cafe de Olla be open on Labor Day?

    Yes they will be open regular hours

    Can we make reservations?

    Yes on Yelp

    Where is the parking?

    There is parking on the streets or a lot on Lemon

    Is it all day breakfast?

    Yes!

    Do you have tables for parties of 6-8 people?

    Yes, they can put tables together for groups this size

    Is there still breakfast all day?

    Yes!

    When will you start to be open for dinner?

    Hi Karon, Soon very soon! Our goal was to be fully staffed by September but it might be months sooner. We had to close our evening hours because we had a lot of staff that… Read more

    Do you have outdoor dining?

    Yes they do in the front

    Do you take reservations?

    Hi Mariana, At the moment the closes thing to a reservation is putting your name on the waitlist 1hour before your intended time. We only have a waitlist through here “Yelp”… Read more

    Do they offer mimosas?

    No Alcohol, but seriously if you don't get the Cafe De Olla you're missing out!

    Do they offer military discount?

    I don't think they do but u can always call and ask just to make sure.

    Are you the same owners as the Burbank location? If so, I'm beyond excited!! Burbank was just way to far, but worth the drive.

    Yes , same owners

    What's better the iced cafe olla or hot?

    It depends on your mood and preference. I prefer iced and some of my friends prefer hot. Either way, their cafe de olla is yummy!

    Is your breakfast served all day?

    Yes, they served breakfast all day!

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    More tables and chairs on the other section of the restaurant
    More tables and chairs on the other section of the restaurant
    Italian Sausage and eggs with hash. Part of the Country Breakfast
    Italian Sausage and eggs with hash. Part of the Country Breakfast
    Side of French Toast since they were out of pancakes- was lovely!! (Came with the California Scramble)

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    Patio area bar & lower table
    Patio area bar & lower table
    Bruschetta $10
    Bruschetta $10
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    Bacon Wrapped Dates $10

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