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    Caffe Mona La Bistro

    4.1 (557 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Veggie Omelet with the side salad 10/10!
    Jessica D.

    Walked into this place without looking at any reviews, just based off the photos out front and we were not disappointed! The service was a tad slow to start but the food and drinks came out fairly quickly once we were greeted. My iced latte was very good and the perfect size. I opted for the veggie omelet with a side salad, not my usual brekky but this was SO GOOD. If you want a veggie packed breakfast, look no further. It kept me full for almost the whole day too. The omelette was perfectly cooked and loaded up. The side salad had the perfect amount of dressing and was deliciously paired with my bites of the omelet. My fiancé got the eggs Benedict and loved it! I would absolutely come back here and honestly I wish more breakfast places offered a side salad with your eggs!

    Avocado toast and salad!
    Kristen E.

    My previous review was for the Strip District location that I appear to have mistakenly left on the Penn Avenue location near Children's Hospital--mea culpa! I went to the Children's Hospital adjacent location recently for lunch with a friend and had a better experience. The menu was chock full of interesting looking items and with difficulty we chose a BLT and the avocado toast. Our food was good. The server was nice. It helped that the weather outside was gorgeous, which we chose in part because the music inside was loud. I was surprised we were the only customers over the lunch hour, because I would definitely go back.

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    Tabitha C.

    I love the patio and all the decor! So beautiful and artistic, umbrellas help the sun on the patio and just darling. We had lunch on a Sunday afternoon and it was nearly empty, best service and my crepe was melt in your mouth delicious! Just the right amount of food to be satisfied and not too much, best service and easy street parking. No issues, generous sizes and reasonable prices.

    Trish L.

    My mom and I stopped in for brunch at Cafe Mona on a Monday around noon. We were pleasantly surprised at how warm and empty the restaurant was. We had the whole place to ourselves. We chose a small table off to the right, seated ourselves, and had a waitress over within a minute or two. We both ordered simple breakfast of 3 eggs with toast and coffee. The plates were around $10 and I think each coffee, with refills, were $4. My mom added bacon to her plate and I think our total for breakfast was around $50. The service was not quick, but the waitress did mention that the coffee was being brewed fresh. I thought the price was a little high for the experience overall, but the food was fine and the ambiance is colorful and relaxing. This is a decent choice for breakfast or lunch while in the Strip.

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    Madeline T.

    The place is cute and quiet on a Thursday midday. The coffee is alright for drip and I got a chipotle chicken and avocado sandwich, which unfortunately did not feel very fresh at all, it was giving Panera quality a little bit. I just expected a bit more for a 20 dollar meal!

    Julia H.

    Went here for a brunch with my family, mediterranean omelets were delicious, coffee was not the best

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    Margo A.

    If you're in the mood for breakfast on the strip, consider Caffé Mona! Our party of six didn't have to wait long for a table, and our drink orders were taken almost immediately after being seated. I opted for a Turkish coffee, and it was a great choice for a snowy day. It was strong while not being too bitter. We had a good bit of variety at the table. One person ordered the Brentwood bagel, another ordered the Biscoff French toast, another ordered eggs Benedict and I ordered a Chèvre omelette and a grilled cheese. It is worth noting that the member of our party who ordered eggs Benedict had to send them back initially because they were overcooked, but we all ended up liking our food in the end. The chèvre omelette was light and fluffy, with bold flavors from the goat cheese and sun-dried tomatoes. The home fries with which the omelette came were crispy, buttery, and full of savory goodness. The sourdough for the grilled cheese was fresh with perfectly crispy crusts, and the cheddar cheese was nice and gooey. The space is a bit on the small side and does fill up quickly, so be sure to plan accordingly!

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    Olivia M.

    I visited Caffe Mona on a whim! My sister and I needed a place for lunch on a Monday, and this was open so we tried it. It was a later lunch, so the dining area was pretty empty and we were able to choose our own table. They had full lunch options and a la carte offerings, which was nice in case we wanted something small. The food was very good, and the ambiance was lovely. The room was decorated with wonderful decorations. Very homey feeling to the dining area. The service was fine. Our server was quiet, so we didn't interact with her much. The hard part is parking, so I'm sure it's easier if you live/work nearby to visit.

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    Ken L.

    I can't believe I never checked this place out! The patio is so cute and the food is great! I really loved my avo toast and the egg was perfect. I liked my salad it came with too. There was a bit of a mixup with the coffee but I liked my decaf latte. The pancakes were dreamy. Their menu is pretty big! My party all really had a great brunch and they have things like Turkish coffee too. The staff was nice too! Definitely recommend it if you're looking for a brunch spot.

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    Holly H.

    Ok so parking sucks but , this place sucks s still a must try. I went for savory crepe, The Goat. My dining mate had the sweet Berries Goat. Both delicious. Just had plain old black coffee that could have tasted less bitter. But my review is on the food. I say yes go to Caffe Mona. Maybe the staff would be a bit pleasant and not show their feelings so much. When asked to pick a table don't be upset that we picked the center of the 6 seats. Also we paid and were wrapping up don't come around gruff that we have not left let. There was a crowd waiting to come in. 90% of the seats were taken outside and 90% of the seats inside were open. Learn to lean people to sit inside.

    Avocado toast

    I love this place. It's so chill but clean and tasty. The staff is friendly and fast on service. Every time i have a visitor in town I take them to caffe Mona and it just never disappoints! My favorite is their crepes and avocado toast!!

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    Ashlyn P.

    I ordered through Uber Eats and was a bit disappointed when I had began eating. It was a bit more expensive than other places, so I had expected a bigger portion, or even just better quality? Perhaps those don't always go bad in hand. Let me clarify, it wasn't bad at all. I enjoyed the omelet, I would've just liked to see more of the ingredients that get mixed into the omelet. I was very excited for the salad, but the balsamic vinaigrette was looking a bit suspect... It was very thick like a pudding, which I have never seen before and was a bit worried it might also contain dairy. I probably wouldn't order here again for personal preferences, but i'm sure they've got other things on the menu that might do you good!

    Zabrina H.

    Service 10/10: The staff was so nice and accommodating. Food 6/10: - Bacon,egg, cheese was good but they only give you one egg so it wasn't as filling as I hoped. - Elvis crepe was good but the inside was a solid banana not cut up which was hard to eat. The bacon and banana combo was surprisingly good though. - Coffee was average Ambiance 6/10: The tables are close together so we could hear others conversation next to us. Also it is cold from the door opening and closing. The breeze was harsh and chilling. I wouldn't sit next to the door if you are usually cold. The decor is cute though. The paintings on the wall are for sell.

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    Table of 10 and I was not served until everyone else was done. No idea why. How long does it take to make French toast? ?

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    Ask the Community - Caffe Mona La Bistro

    Do they allow BYOB?

    Yes!

    How much is BYOB?

    $3 per glass

    Do you have potatoes as a side?

    No, we don’t

    Do you guys take reservations on sunday?

    Yes we do

    Coffee so far and it was excellent?

    Excellent coffee! Served in a Mason jar!

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