Monkey Business Cafe – American
Sunlight streams into this vibrant morning haunt where the sizzle of hearty breakfast skillets and the sweet aroma of golden-brown French toast create an inviting neighborhood sanctuary. From the bold, zesty kick of house-made chilaquiles to the cool, refreshing layers of acai yogurt, every plate captures a playful spirit and the comforting warmth of a perfect start to the day.
East Amerige Avenue, Fullerton, California 92832 https://www.monkeybusinesscafe.orgRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, kosher, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the delectable seafood and the welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere that makes every visit feel special. Guests frequently highlight the professional and attentive service, noting that staff members check in regularly to ensure a seamless dining experience. Celebrated for its warm environment and high-quality dishes, it is consistently praised for providing an inviting and professional experience for all who visit.
Menu
Breakfast Specialties
- Traditional Breakfast - $15: 2 eggs your way, applewood smoked bacon or sausage, signature MBC breakfast potatoes, tater tots, hash brown or fruit, sourdough or wheat toast, pancake or waffle Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Javi's Breakfast Sandwich - $15: 2 scrambled eggs, jalapeno, tomatoes, mayonnaise, cilantro, feta cheese, avocado, choice of brioche, sourdough or wheat toast Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Huevos Rancheros - $16: Housemade salsa, 2 tostadas, pulled pork, cotija cheese, sour cream, cilantro, 2 eggs your way, side of black beans Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chilaquiles - $16: 2 eggs your way, housemade red or green salsa, tortilla chips, cotija cheese, cilantro, sour cream, red onion, avocado Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Skillet - $16: 2 eggs your way, MBC breakfast potatoes, broccoli, bell peppers, mushrooms, monterey jack, cheddar, parmesan, toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Bowl - $15: 2 eggs your way, tater tots, shredded cheese, spinach, mushroom, tomatoes, cotija, cilantro, red onion, sour cream, avocado, salsa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Egg McMonkey - $14: 1 egg your way, applewood smoked bacon or sausage, cheddar cheese, brioche bun Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Acai Yogurt - $13: Housemade granola, Acai yogurt, berries, bananas, honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Toast - $15: 2 thick slices of brioche, fresh berries, powdered sugar, signature honey butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Skinny Monkey - $16: Egg whites, feta cheese, spinach, avocado, side of fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Biscuit and Gravy Breakfast - $15: 2 eggs your way, hash browns, housemade biscuit, country gravy Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado Toast (MBC Seasoning) - $15: Two eggs your way, avocado, tomato, sauteed spinach, MBC seasoning salt, house made salsa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Breakfast Burritos & Tacos
- Chorizo Burrito - $16: Scrambled eggs, hash brown, chorizo, cheddar cheese, black beans, sour cream, housemade salsa Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pulled Pork Burrito - $16: Scrambled eggs, pulled pork, monterey jack cheese, hash brown, housemade salsa Available at: breakfast, brunch
- So-Cal Burrito - $16: Scrambled eggs, monterey jack cheese, hash brown, applewood smoked bacon, avocado, housemade salsa Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Tacos - $16: Warm corn tortillas, scrambled eggs, chorizo, cilantro, cheddar cheese, side of hash brown or potatoes and black beans Available at: breakfast, brunch
Pancakes & Waffles
- Breakfast Waffle Sandwich - $14: 2 eggs your way, cheddar cheese, choice of bacon or sausage, country gravy Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Berries-n-Cream Waffles - $15: 2 Waffles, mixed berries, housemade whipped cream, lemon creme fraiche, powdered sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Nutty Monkey Waffle - $14: 2 Waffles, peanut butter, bananas, honey, side of fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken & Waffles - $16: Hot honey maple sauce, breaded chicken, 2 house made waffles Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Roy's Ricotta Pancakes - $14: 2 ricotta pancakes, lemon creme fraiche, powdered sugar, housemade whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Banana Walnut Pancakes - $14: 2 pancakes, honey walnuts, sliced banana, powdered sugar, housemade whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chocolate Chip Pancakes - $14: 2 pancakes, chocolate chips, chocolate sauce, powdered sugar, housemade whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Starters
- Chili Cheese Fries - $14: Shoestring fries, vegetarian chili, cheddar cheese, red onion, sour cream Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Quesadilla - $14: Monterey cheese, cheddar cheese, bell peppers, onion, mushroom, spinach, tomatoes, salsa, sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Pork Fries - $16: Shoestring fries, pulled pork, BBQ sauce, cheddar cheese, onion rings, dill pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Blanco Nachos - $15: Housemade tortilla chips, cheddar and Monterey cheese, sour cream, black beans, Pico de Gallo, signature queso blanco Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches & Burgers
- Outlaw Burger - $17: 1/2 lb Angus beef patty, applewood smoked bacon, cheddar, onion rings, BBQ sauce, lettuce, tomato, pickles, chipotle aioli, brioche bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ortega Burger - $16: 1/2 lb Angus beef patty, lettuce, tomato, pickles, ortega pepper, pepper jack, chipotle aioli, brioche bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- All-American Burger - $16: 1/2 lb beef patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, cheddar, thousand island, brioche bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Ciabatta Sandwich - $16: Grilled chicken breast, provolone, tomato, avocado, bacon, mixed greens, chipotle aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Monkey Melt - $15: Albacore tuna salad, provolone, cheddar, tomato, parmesan crusted sourdough or wheat Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Pork Sandwich - $15: Pulled pork, BBQ sauce, lettuce, tomato, smoked provolone, dill pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- BLT-A - $15: Applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado, mayonnaise Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loaded Grilled Cheese - $14: Applewood smoked bacon, tomato, provolone, cheddar, parmesan crusted sourdough or wheat Available at: dinner, lunch
- Portobello Sandwich - $15: Portobello mushroom, lettuce, bell peppers, provolone, tomato, dill pickles, pesto aioli, brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Club - $16: Oven roasted turkey breast, applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, provolone, pesto aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Southwestern Salad - $15: Field greens, black beans, cheddar cheese, tortilla chips, pico de gallo, creamy cilantro dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Berry Avocado Salad - $15: Avocado, strawberries, blueberries, cranberries, feta cheese, honey walnuts, field greens, strawberry vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Housemade Vegetarian Chili - $12: Cheddar cheese, sour cream, red onions, choice of sourdough or wheat toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tortilla Soup - $13: Shredded chicken, poblano pepper, carrot, celery, onion, avocado, cilantro, cotija cheese, tortilla chips Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- MBC Red Salsa - $2
- Side of Fruit - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Avocado - $4 Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Sausage or Bacon - $5 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Onion Rings - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Fries - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tater Tots - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Latte - $5.25: Organic coffee
- Chai Tea Latte - $5.5
- Caramel Macchiato - $6
- Organic Brewed Coffee - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Orange Juice - $5
- Fountain Soda - $4: Coke, Diet Coke, Dr Pepper, Fanta, Sprite, Lemonade
Frequently Asked Questions about Monkey Business Cafe
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Diners frequently praise the seafood dishes, while menu highlights include chilaquiles, French toast, breakfast skillets, and the Egg McMonkey.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include house-made chilaquiles, acai yogurt, seafood, breakfast skillets, French toast, and the popular Egg McMonkey breakfast sandwich.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Diners rave about the delectable seafood, welcoming family-friendly atmosphere, and professional, attentive service that ensures a seamless experience.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- The restaurant has a website at https://www.monkeybusinesscafe.org, though the provided data does not specify online ordering capabilities.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- The restaurant offers a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere and a warm environment consistently praised by guests for being professional and inviting.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The menu supports diverse diets including high-protein, vegetarian, nut-free, sugar-free, pescatarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, and Mediterranean options.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Monkey Business Cafe is a budget-friendly ($) establishment that offers an affordable dining experience for its guests.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the specific hours of operation for Monkey Business Cafe.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Diners consistently praise the delectable seafood, high-quality dishes, and the professional, attentive service within a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not specify the total number of reviews for Monkey Business Cafe.
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