Monika's Cafe Bar
(Now Closed)Café and Lounge$$$$
Astoria
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Natalie FreilichNovember 28, 2016Charming spot equipped with wifi in Astoria. Love the greenery! Veggie burger with sweet potato fries paired with a Harvey jasmine tea made for a tasty lunch. Will definitely be back!
kostas zambasJuly 26, 2015Try the summer specials! We were so impressed. The tacos never dissapoint, and the service is always friendly and on point. Hip AND Classy. Good drinks=strong drinks.
funky flavorJune 13, 2016Really chill and good food and appetizers, the cheese platter and the hummus platter are perfect for ppl to chill and have cocktails.
Service is a little slow most if the time, but the food more than makes up for it. Brunch is one of the best in Astoria -get the English, Mediterranean, or Cypriot breakfast.
MarianneJuly 19, 2017Gluten free food! Perfect gluten free tacos, quesadillas and lot more. Good and friendly service and nice atmosphere.
MetroFocusJanuary 30, 2012If your workplace is a laptop, consider this location your new boffice (bar+office=boffice) Defintely try the pomegranate martini and grilled Halloumi. Read more about boffices in NY on MetroFocus Read more- funky flavorJune 13, 2016Try the cheese platter is very good. They have a warm wine drink for the winter that is amazing.
Service/staff is bizarre, like you've interrupted a private event and shouldn't be there but eventually they decide to serve you anyway.
This has quickly become my favorite neighborhood spot. Good drinks, gluten-free food options, chill vibe. Only con is that service can be a bit slow.
I love the atmosphere here, the brunch can't be beat, and there's plenty of vegetarian and vegan options, but the service can be a bit of a nightmare. Very slow and inattentive.
Eliyah AvrutinNovember 4, 2014Great soups, breakfasts, fish dishes, large selection of beers, amazing chocolate lava cake and affordable prices!
Britni SchneiderFebruary 24, 2012I stumbled in and I LOVE this place! Great vibe! Super nice staff and very chill!
24/7 eats. Right by movie theatre AND 1/2 price bottles of wind til 12am on Mon & Tues (cute staff!)
Tarnima SabedJanuary 19, 2018Healthy casual spot. Grilled octopus is amazing and tacos are decent.. something for everyone.
George AlonsoJuly 6, 2015We had breakfast here today and it was quite amazing. Will come back for more with out a doubt.
The server who used to nice years ago has been tried by time & is now a raving bitch. The meze plate is dry when it shouldn’t be, the tahini is runny. The waitress doesn’t know her head from her tail.
cafe bar is open 24/7!!!free freshly baked croissants with a coffee order from 6-9am! stop by:)
Phenomenal home fries, bacon is even better. Nice spot to eat outside
The owner is soo nice. Meals are delicious and satisfying. Try the pizza with pumpkin and bacon, awesome!
Good bloody marys, plenty of outlets to plug in a laptop, nice music playlist and friendly staff.- George AlonsoOctober 6, 2012Food only decent,Desert nor good. Wait staff disconnected - Shy? I agree here....I am from the area guys! Your staff needs to receive all your guests with a little more enthusiasm. Will try again.
I wish the food wasn't so delicious, bc the service is awful. Expect to wait at least 15 mins after ur seated before you are even spoken to. Order everything at once bc u may not have another chance.
TopherMay 19, 2014The food music and atmosphere is great, the service is severely lacking. Staff takes ages to ever get to you. Staff are somewhat rude and have a sense of superiority over their customers.
Hands down the BEST brunch in NYC. Saturdays & Sundays includes free mimosa!
- J JMay 30, 2011Have a bill that's $15 min and you qualify to purchase movie tickets (min 1 per person) at a reduced rate! It's a great deal!
Zoe V.June 8, 2010They recently revamped their whole menu. Mixed berry pancakes are no longer there! This place has fabulous food and waitstaff.
JenKuduSeptember 25, 2013hot toddy's are a MUST when it starts to cool off outside. Food is ok, but I mainly stick to cocktails here.- No discounted movie tix :-( the Meze dips changed & it sucks. But they're still nice ppl
If u don't get the Juevos Rancheros with a side of Halloumi you are doing yourself a diservice
New- pork tacos and chicken tacos! And delicious fish and chips!
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Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 11:00 AM–1:00 AM
- Fri
- 11:00 AM–2:00 AM
- Sat
- 10:00 AM–2:00 AM
- Sun
- 10:00 AM–1:00 AM
(718) 204-5273
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Parking
Street
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"They just need the lazyboy like the ipic and the drinks and it would be perfect!"
funky flavor - 9.2
"Has so many cool pieces from all the classic movies! My favorite part was definitely the portrait gallery"
Stephanie Niles - 8.4
"october fest is the best time to come, the smoked trout salad is awesome. it's also close enough to grab a quick beer before the movies."
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