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    Monica’s Cafe

    4.3 (99 reviews)
    ModerateCafes
    Closed 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Very tasty club sandwich and fries
    Paul S.

    Had lunch at Monica's today. It is not fancy, but is a great place to get a great meal at a fair price. I ordered the club sandwich and fries with a fountain soda. The club was well put together with an ample amount of fresh meat and fresh veggies. The fries were hot and crisp. The soda was cold and tasted just right. I was able to take half of the sandwich for later and still left full. The staff was prompt and friendly. The tables were very clean and quite comfortable. I look forward to another visit.

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    Stacy V.

    Nice breakfast spot! I had not been here in previous visits to Show Low or Pinetop. We stopped here on the way out of town on a Monday morning. Parking was easy, service was kind and quick, and the food came out fast. I ordered a coffee and the Monte Cristo. The Cristo came with tasty strawberry spread and syrup. The side potatoes were good. I really enjoyed the Cristo! The melty cheese and ham on French toast was filling! I had to save the other half for later. Overall a great breakfast spot in Show Low! Will be back again.

    Sirloin and Eggs Breakfast with Hash Browns and Biscuit and Gravy for sides.
    Aaron S.

    I wish we could give half stars. I would give this place 4.5 if I could. I had the Sirloin and Eggs breakfast (pic included). The steak, eggs and hash browns were a 5 .....REALLY good, they were cooked perfectly to how I ordered. Steak was tender and flavorful. Biscuit and gravy were a tad bland. Still good and well made. I prefer my biscuits more flakey and savory....these were a little more like a dinner roll. The gravy was good .....there was a nice hint of spice though I felt like it needed a pinch more salt. Obviously I am being nit-picky here. Really good place where they take pride in their food. Staff was super engaging and helpful. Any staff member passing by offered to top off drinks. They seem happy to be working there which goes a long way with me. Will definitely be back.

    Cornbeef hash and eggs, cheese omelet with biscuit and gravy
    Debby A.

    Use to love this place, till I came in a week ago. The waitresses boyfriend was there and she kept running her hand thru his hair and then serving people there plates and silverware. Big NO NO. Yuck

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    Marcia B.

    When I complained that the plate was chipped and surface now is open to absorbing garbage and contamination the server give me attitude! . Twice now they serve with chipped plates. Nasty!!!! Not coming back!!! Gross

    Frank B.

    Today we visited Monica's for the third time this time for lunch. We were greeted by everyone that we encountered as if we were old time regulars and seated at our chosen table. Our waitress warmly welcomed us and we ordered. I picked the Reuben and curly fries and my wife ala carte items. My dish was a deli piled sandwich with a mountain of fries and Sheri got all of her individual items as desired promptly. The atmosphere was busy and humming with happy patrons. It's no wonder we keep returning to Monica's, it is just like being at home. We can truly say after several visits Monica's is the real thing. We left with a ultra sweet homemade Cinnamon role for later and noticed kitchen staff tossing trash in containers by the parking lot and they both gave us a friendly wave as we departed, was it the place or the holiday season? We recommend Monica's on your next trip to Show Low.

    Our wonder Breakfast!!
    Jineane F.

    LOVE Monica's Cafe!! Always yummy! Always great service!! I highly recommend for Breakfast & Lunch!!

    Lobster tail, baked potato, salad and dessert

    We had the Valentine's Day Lobster Tail dinner today. Monica's didn't disappoint us as usual! The Lobster was super Tasty! They even included Strawberry Creme Cake that was super delicious as well. Our server was awesome. We love the Family Atmosphere!

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    Raeann Q.

    We came to Monica's for breakfast due to some recommendations. Seated right away, cute space and friendly staff. We ordered the steak and eggs and huevos rancheros. The steak and egg- over cooked steak, biscuits and gravy were amazing! Huevos rancheros- I've eaten a lot of huevos rancheros and did not expect this geed and green chile mix as it didn't say that in the menu the tortilla under was soggy with oil. The salsa was great however and hash browns were done well as I'd expect for a place like this. Overall ok

    huevos rancheros with chili verde con carne and corned beef with eggs and hash browns

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    Hi I am happy to report we bought new dishes!

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    Great food and vibe in Show Low. Nice step up from many of the restaurants there. Quality food and a great staff.

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    Thank you, glad you enjoyed the Valentines Special!

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    Enjoyed my sandwich, had a BLT.Service was good. Place was busy. Parked at the church across the street.

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    6 months ago

    Flavor and quality of food its not there , was expecting so much :-/ a no go for me. Cheap ingredients including water down coffee.

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    Best service, good food - really good bacon! Cute little place. Can't wait to go back.

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    Thanks for all the kind words, James. We appreciate you!

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    1 year ago

    A really great breakfast deal! Generous portions, very good, and a fair price. I'll definitely be back!

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    11 months ago

    Whatever you do, pass on by Aunt Nancy's and go straight to Monica's. Pleasant atmosphere, friendly, courteous staff and good food

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    Food and service is amazing!! Servers are friendly and helpful, and everything on the huge menu is soooo good!!

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    Sooo happy this place reopened! It was great before and now it's even better! The menu is…read moreextensive; they truly have something for everyone. Salad bar was fresh with lots of topping choices and homemade salad dressings and fresh soup (turkey noodle just like grandma's) Breakfast tacos were absolutely delicious and hugely portioned. Love that breakfast, lunch and dinner are all available all day long. Turkey dinner was real turkey not a sliced meatroll or pressed etc, mashed potatoes etc homemade. Only regret was being too full to try dessert. The greeting we received and service was stellar. Kassidy (and male busser) was pure sunshine in the morning. She/they kept water and coffee full, table clean and a smile on her face. She would be an asset anywhere-don't let her go! Great team, great place. Good for families, groups, individuals or couples. They made a nice fuss over a young girl celebrating a birthday. This place is a gem.

    From a 4 plus when they opened thru most of 2025. But - by the End of January 2026 we were both…read moredisappointed. We have visited this place a good six or seven times over the last year for B-L, and it was always excellent. The staff are awesome, the salad bar was superb, the food was cooked correctly at a great temperature and tasted wonderful. However, the end of January 26, we tried to go there and they were closed and we didn't know why. No sign. We returned the next week, and had breakfast and I don't know what happened - maybe cooks were a no show in show low. Super polite and fast service still occurred. Comfortable seating. But I'm Unsure what happened in the kitchen. Hash browns were white, no color, and thus tasted more like oil than potatoes. We both requested eggs over medium, and they both came out over easy with whites not cooked. In a bacon/egg sandwich OE just doesn't work well. But it was a good egg! The croissant was recommended for my brekkie sandwich and was good but the cook smashed it flat - that is a big no-go and defeats ordering a croissant. Don't know if I'm right or wrong and it does not matter to me, but they tasted like Costco croissants, which is great. I think they're fantastic for a commercial product and when heated up they are hard to beat. But I don't think this one was warm....they need to go into the oven for a few minutes to heat up the bread and liven up the crispy flaky nature. Sausage Patties were a little too brown/ overcooked this time. The Pancakes were delightfully still way above board though - delicious!!! We will return and hope the cook from before is back or that someone is overseeing the plates of food before serving them. (No updated photos). Their salad and soup buffet was excellent when we last visited! Please keep in mind that unless the owners are cooking at these places, or they have somebody there that is consistent and grounded locally, that sometimes keeping a good cook up on a mountain or in a rural area can be a challenge. I know this one and am forgiving. We always give restaurants a second or even third try!!!!

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    Backroom for private events or overflow

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