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    Monkey Business Cafe

    3.8 (1.8k reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Best chilaquiles i have had in a long time
    John D.

    Had breakfast on Friday with my wife. The Food was great and the service was friendly and efficient. We have been here before and will be back for a meal when we are back in the area

    Green Chilaquiles
    Andrea G.

    Fullerton staple!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is a quaint place, really precious![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The menu offers a variety of great options! My favorite item are the Chilaquiles, they're truly delicious! Parking can be a little tight during busy hours but there is available street parking.

    Breakfast Bowl
    Emily P.

    This place has been a staple for me since it first opened. Today the service was really welcoming. We chose where to sit and ordered at the front, and the friendly waitresses came by occasionally to refill our coffees and waters. I got the breakfast bowl, which was delicious and a pretty good portion of food. My mom got the biscuits and gravy, which came out slightly burnt and she thought the biscuits were too sweet. The hashbrowns were also too greasy for her. However, the egg turned out perfectly and the gravy was tasty. Overall, it was a nice experience for a quieter neighborhood brunch spot. It's cute inside, clean, and has a quirky, local vibe.

    traditional breakfast
    Lauren H.

    My friends and I enjoyed a delicious brunch here! the employees and really friendly, and despite being super crowded on a Saturday morning - our party of 6 was seated quickly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very cute and cozy environment![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] You order at the counter and then the food is delivered to you. Our meals were a reasonable size, and came out fast as well. The only downside is that there only seems to be street parking, which can be a struggle on weekends.

    Katie D.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Monkey Business Cafe has a comfy and homey vibe that feels like a local favorite spot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]This cafe is perfect for being productive or for relaxation.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I visited twice on weekdays. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Both times were calm with plenty of seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] You order at the register and seat yourself. Staff are friendly and helpful. I tried the Chilaquiles ($16), Breakfast Tacos ($16), and Chicken Tortilla Soup ($13). The Breakfast Tacos were my favorite -- you get two big tacos with egg, chorizo, cilantro, cheddar cheese, plus seasoned potatoes and black beans on the side. Their website mentions that they make their food from scratch whenever possible, and you can tell with the potatoes. The seasoning was perfect. The potatoes tasted fresh and homemade with the skins left on which I loved. All dishes tasted good and were shareable portions though everything could have used more warmth. The cafe sits next to a neighborhood. The parking lot is small but street parking is available as well.

    Avocado Toast
    Josh H.

    Key Notes: - Quick Service - Use street parking - Great Food I ordered the Chilaquiles, Avocado Toast, and Banana Walnut Pancakes The Chilaquiles were very good, crunchy chips with flavorful salsa that had a nice kick to it. I had no complaints on this dish I would recommend to order this. The Avocado toast was a bit pricey but I was very good. The egg was cooked to perfection and there was a good amount avocado. I would also recommend to order this. The pancakes were pretty similar to most places, but overall they were good and a nice size. I wish it had more banana slices though. I am giving this place a four star instead of a five because we had to go flag down and employee for a refill on our drinks. We basically ate our whole meal without a drink. The Service was super quick, the staff is friendly, and it seems like everything on the menu is delicious. The ambiance is casual and The parking is very minimal, so just use the nearest street parking right infront of the restaurant. Overall this would be a good option for your next brunch

    Inside
    Britney M.

    Great service! Pleasantly surprised by how attentive the staff were. Food came out very fast also! You walk in and order at the counter. Seat yourself in the dining area. They give you a number, and they bring the food to your table. I wanted to try a bit of everything at this cafe. We stuck with mostly breakfast items and one lunch/ dinner item. All were delicious. French Toast 10/10 The French Toast was fantastic! It tasted so good. The bread was cooked well and nice, thick slices. It was dusted with powdered sugar and topped with fresh fruits. The fruits were very good on top. I splashed some syrup on this, and it was a great breakfast. Biscuit and Gravy Breakfast 10/10 My husband loved this so much. He kept raving about the gravy and biscuits. You get a huge biscuit lol My husband is so picky about gravy and judges a breakfast cafe by how well they do their gravy. He was impressed. That's a win lol Nachos 10/10 These were great! Fantastic chips, they were freshly made. The queso cheese is absolutely addicting!!! We were licking that off the plate lol It was so good and cheesy. Loved the nachos. The black beans and tomatoes were very good. Just needed some guacamole. Would order that again! Side of two eggs 7/10 The eggs were cooked all the way through. The eggs tasted a bit slimy. I wasn't a fan. I wanted sunny side up eggs, but they were just not cooked enough. Side of avocado 7/10 It was brown in color and had a mushy texture. It didn't taste well either. Not good. I get it through; avocado can be ripe one minute and brown the next lol Side of hash brown 10/10 Huge plate of hash! It was cooked really well. Crispy on the top and greasy. Delicious hash brown! I'd order that again. Overall, wonderful experience. We will be back! :)

    Albert M.

    Came here for breakfast as we were in the area. The place decent. The horchata coffee wasn't the best it was too sweet and too chalky and my burrito had too much potato. I felt as if I was eating a potato burrito. Salsa that came with it was good though.

    Traditional breakfast
    Hannah N.

    I have mixed feelings about the service, but the food was delicious! The first lady to take my order seemed in a rush with how fast she was taking my order, even though no one else was in line, and the other customers were already done eating. I felt a little frazzled and couldn't get my order right. After that, she was nice when bringing out our food. Later on, a younger staff member came and she was fantastic and friendly. I got the traditional breakfast and green tea latte. The food was definitely filling! The green tea was alright; it wasn't as sweet as I'd like. Overall, the place was very cute and spacious, and I like the mismatched furniture which adds to the charm.

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    Nanci H.

    We came here for breakfast. It's a cute little cafe. You order at the counter and they bring you your food. They do check on you but I don't really like this method. If they check on you and bring you water and condiments and food then I feel like they should just take your order at your table. We ordered the chicken and waffles. This comes with hot honey maple sauce and breaded chicken. Served over 2 house made waffles. Pretty good! We also ordered the biscuit and gravy breakfast which came with 2 eggs your way, hash browns, housemade Discur topped with country gravy. This was just okay to me. For myself... I have a slight obsession with omelets so I got the Veggie Omelette which came with Spinach, portobello mushrooms, red onions, and Monterey cheese. I got the hash brown as a side. I also got sourdough toast. This was really good! I love all the veggies! Their hash browns is super good! Very crispy which I like. For coffee, we got caramel macchiato... this was just okay. Their portions are good sizes and I do like their food. Not sure I will be back because there are other breakfast places I like better! All in all.... it was a good experience.

    Breakfast Skillet
    Jasmine O.

    Saw this place on tik tok and decided to come and try it out. Their mission statement is so touching.! The food was alright. For the price it is what it is. On the other hand, the drinks were amazing! I got a dirty chai and loved it!

    Traditional Breakfast
    Samantha G.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Came here on a Sunday morning and it was a little busy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's located near a neighborhood but they do have a small parking lot otherwise you'll have to park on the street. When you come in you order first then take a seat. Servers were very attentive. The food was pretty good. I got the traditional breakfast and biscuit and gravy. I felt like the biscuit was kind of tough and the pancake was okay. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They also serve lunch as well and it's a nice place to meet with friends and family for brunch.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Oliver S.

    Got the so cal breakfast burrito and chocolate chip pancakes, came out super fast [[HIGHLIGHT]]really nice looking place[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and service was great

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    Food is healthy and yummy. Everyone is so kind. Love it! Love stopping by when I'm in the area

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    Ask the Community - Monkey Business Cafe

    Do they take reservations?

    No need

    Do you have mimosas?

    No.

    Are they open? Are they having dining?

    They're only open for take out currently

    Your meats are they all natural?

    Yes they are, and some of the produce is grown without pesticides at CSUF by the foster boys.

    Is there vegan options available?

    Yes! We do have specials featuring our produce that is organically grown at our farm at the Fullerton Arboretum when we are fully operational. Currently we have an amazing Vegan Chili. Avocado Toast is new on the menu as well. Stay tuned by… 

    Is this a good place to work/study?

    It can be loud during breakfast hours on the weekends because of how busy it can get. I like the tables and chairs used though, feels like your at home.

    Is this place open again? I had came and it was closed about 2months ago...

    Went there about 2 weeks ago and they were open!

    Are dogs allowed on the patio?

    Yes I believe so but patio is a generous term.

    You guys never answer your phones... Are you still operating?

    They're open, they've been open... You can also order takeout through Yelp

    How are the latte's? How many shots of espresso standard? Cost?

    I don't think it's a standard latte. I had the macchiato and it tasted like a generic drink.

    Free coffee refills?

    yes free coffee refills

    What about monkey Business cafe?

    It is down home cook meal cafe with a funny name. It is not a monkey diner if you are asking

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    4.4
    (561 reviews)
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    Wheelchair accessible
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    4.4
    (705 reviews)
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    This is one of my favorite places to come in Fullerton with friends, or to bring my wife on a date…read more Their patio is dog friendly, which is nice for pet owners. Ambience on the inside as well as the outside are both pretty great. I've also never had a bad meal here, virtually all of their food is spectacular and made from scratch although their prices are not "cheap" they are also very fair, especially given the quality of food. The drinks are also dead on, they have a wide range of craft beer as well as a full bar. The service is great. The only thing I could think of the lands in the constructive arena is their live music. Sometimes they have open mic nights, other times they have a hired band or musician. The music is way, wayyy too loud. I don't mind live music, but it can't be so loud that you are unable to enjoy the company. Patrons should be able to talk to the person or the people next to them without being drowned out by the music. I recently came with friends for drinks and we were having a great time for the first 10 minutes we were there, but when the music started, we couldn't hear each other talk at all. So we just sat there quietly, drowned out to mediocre music. We all had another drink and then left. Might be a better idea to have the music loud enough to be slightly above background noise, but low enough where you can reasonably talk and listen to those around. Even ordering at the bar was tough. We would yell an order at the bartender, who would yell at back for confirmation. Often, exchanges in this dialogue included "what was that?"

    Pour Company has been one of my favorite restaurants for a long time. I typically dine here at…read moreleast once a week because the food is consistently delicious, and when I visit in the evenings and sit in Mario's section, the service is always exceptional. Unfortunately, my experiences during the day have been the complete opposite, and both involved the same server, Tania B. The first incident occurred when I ordered my usual meal: the Steak Frites, cooked medium rare with the mushroom peppercorn gravy. When my meal arrived without mushrooms, I politely mentioned that it normally comes with them. Rather than checking with the kitchen or simply explaining the dish, Tania immediately insisted that it had never included mushrooms. I even asked if the recipe had recently changed because I had been there the previous week and it was served with mushrooms. She walked away, returned with a menu, tossed it on the table, and said, "It doesn't say mushrooms." Her tone and attitude were unnecessarily dismissive and unprofessional. Ironically, when I returned another evening and ordered the exact same dish, it was served with mushrooms. Today (7/31/26), I returned for lunch and, unfortunately, Tania was my server again. I ordered the Steak Frites medium rare, but it arrived closer to medium-well or well done. I politely explained that it wasn't cooked as ordered. She took the plate back, returned a few minutes later, and told me, "That's how it's going to be. Take it or leave it. The chef is the owner, and that's his message." I mentioned that last time she told me it didn't come with mushrooms and clearly there's mushrooms on my dish. She responds with, well sometime it does and sometimes it doesn't. I'm like so inconsistency is a thing here? She replies with if that's how you want to see it. I asked if I could speak with the owner directly, and she responded that he was "too busy making food" and refused to let me speak with him. My friend and I paid for the rest of our meal and were preparing to leave when I noticed another employee in the kitchen. I asked if he was the owner, and he explained that he wasn't and that the owner was actually downstairs. I simply asked if I could have Nick's phone number or email so I could share my concerns. The employee kindly said he would see what he could do. While we waited, Tania approached us multiple times in a confrontational manner instead of allowing us to wait peacefully. Rather than focusing on the guests seated at her bar, she seemed more interested in arguing with customers who had legitimate concerns. Throughout both visits, she displayed poor customer service, responded with attitude when simple requests were made (even something as basic as asking for a side of ranch seemed to annoy her), dismissed concerns instead of trying to resolve them, and escalated situations that could have been handled professionally in less than a minute. What makes this especially disappointing is that the restaurant itself is excellent. The food is consistently great, and Mario provides some of the best service I've experienced anywhere. Unfortunately, one employee can dramatically impact an otherwise outstanding restaurant. If Tania is, in fact, a manager as I was told, it's concerning. A manager should be setting the standard for hospitality, resolving guest concerns professionally, and de-escalating situations--not arguing with customers or making them feel unwelcome. I truly hope ownership addresses this because Pour Company deserves better representation than what I experienced. I would love to continue supporting this restaurant, but I will be avoiding daytime visits as long as this level of service continues.

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    Beautiful Patio
    Parmesan truffle fries at Pour Company in Fullerton. Crispy fries topped with herbs and cheese, served with dipping sauce
    Parmesan truffle fries at Pour Company in Fullerton. Crispy fries topped with herbs and cheese, served with dipping sauce
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    Chako's Social

    3.8
    (289 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    Had a fantastic tome at Chakos for an event. Fantastic service, great food, and great energy! Staff…read morewere super nice too. Owner is very very kind and we will be back for sure. Thank you!

    I attended Chako's Social for the Mexico vs. England World Cup match and, unfortunately, it was the…read moreworst World Cup viewing experience I've had in nearly 30 years of attending matches at venues across Southern California. The venue appeared to be focused on creating a nightclub atmosphere rather than providing a proper football watch party. There was a DJ, extremely loud music, and a host who continuously provided her own commentary throughout the match. Instead of allowing fans to enjoy the game, she repeatedly interrupted play with jokes, personal observations, and constant microphone chatter that distracted from the match. Halftime was especially frustrating. Rather than preparing for the second half, the host performed multiple songs while fans on the patio were asking for the match audio to be turned on. Even after the game resumed, the unnecessary commentary continued for the remainder of the match. To make matters worse, there was a $30 cover charge. I purchased tickets for my entire group in advance, spending well over $200 before food and drinks. For that price, I expected a venue that understood people were there to watch one of the biggest sporting events in the world--not to watch the host become the center of attention. A great World Cup watch party lets the match create the atmosphere. The crowd, the chants, the tension, and the emotion are what make these events memorable. Unfortunately, those moments were constantly interrupted. I genuinely wanted to like Chako's Social, but this experience was incredibly disappointing. If you're looking for a true football viewing experience where the game comes first, I cannot recommend it based on my visit.

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    Summit House

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    4.3
    (2.9k reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$$

    Jacob was an amazing server, genuine, friendly and efficient. He and all the staff made the…read moreexperience memorable! On Wednesdays, the prime ribs are discounted. The smallest cut being $38.95. The prime rib comes with 3 sides: creamed corn, creamed spinach, and a Yorkshire popover. You can substitute the sides for garlic mashed potatoes, scalloped potatoes au gratin, truffle fries, rice, sautéed spinach, or vegetables. The truffle fries were so good, thin fries that were perfectly crispy and light. The prime rib is delicious. Juicy and tender. For $38.95, you get a lot of quality food that is filling. They kindly gave us a birthday dessert, a Belgian chocolate puff pastry with vanilla ice cream and Chantilly cream. There is indoor and outdoor dining. Even though it was a hot summer day, sitting on the patio was so nice. There was a breeze, the sun was setting with beautiful views. Parking: there are three lots. One right when you enter, a valet lot, and another one on the other side of the restaurant. All very close and we didn't have a problem finding a spot on their promotional Wednesday at dinner time.

    I've been here a couple of times for holiday parties, especially we come here for their signature…read moreRoast Prime Ribs of Beef that comes with au jus, whipped cream horseradish, creamed corn and spinach, and Yorkshire pudding. The meal itself is very classic and nostalgic, but what makes this place over the top is the beautiful skyline of the OC area. They offer valet parking and ample self-parking. What I also appreciated about this place is that they offer private events, where they allow you to tour the spaces (taste test food options) and provide very helpful information to make your event a success. They offer different packages, and staff will ensure to put you in touch with the right point of contact for your specific needs/accommodations. Always grateful for the hospitality here and outstanding food!

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    Love the assortment of chairs!
    Love the assortment of chairs!
    Sourdough Bread (Complimentary). Warm, tangy, and pleasantly chewy.
    Sourdough Bread (Complimentary). Warm, tangy, and pleasantly chewy.
    Lobster Bisque. Silky & rich, with tender lobster bits & crunchy croutons. The bisque was buttery with a velvety finish.

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    Lobster Bisque. Silky & rich, with tender lobster bits & crunchy croutons. The bisque was buttery with a velvety finish.
    Benchmark

    Benchmark

    4.5
    (1.9k reviews)
    9.0 mi
    $$

    Beautiful outdoor setting, delicious food, excellent service…read more They rolled out some new menu items today, and I tried the Thai green curry and it was fantastic, the best curry I've ever had! Someone in our party had the hamburger, which was amazing, we had the frito misto appetizer, and it was so good we ordered another! Both the owner and the chef came around to our table to check on us. Epic experience!

    We hosted a baby shower for my sister at Benchmark and what a horrible experience. On the day of…read morethe event, it was around 90 degrees and the AC broke. The room was getting progressively hotter so we asked if the AC was on and a server casually told us the AC was "on the fritz." We had spent months planning this event and this was incredibly disappointing. Even before the guests arrived, I noticed the cupcakes and macarons I had brought in melting from the extreme heat. All the guests were noticeably and understandably uncomfortable and sweating the entire 3 hours. No one came to check on us or to apologize for the inconvenience. This was not the event we had envisioned for the guest of honor who was 8 months pregnant. It was not only uncomfortable but also posed a health risk.The restaurant showed a lack of concern, care and accountability over the entire situation. I understand that the weather and the AC breaking were out of anyone's control but the handling of the situation and the aftermath was poor. We tried to give the restaurant opportunities to make this right but they failed at every opportunity. Because of the lack of communication, poor decision making and incompetency, I cannot recommend this restaurant for any events. The servers were nice and the food was all right but there are many other acceptable options for food in the area.

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    Date night ambience
    Date night ambience
    Short Rib Rigatoni
    Short Rib Rigatoni
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    Let It Brie

    Let It Brie

    4.7
    (502 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    Went on a Saturday evening & although the parking lot was pretty full, there was plenty of free…read moreparking on the street just behind the lot. Our server was quick & friendly. It helped that it wasn't crowded. The outdoor seating is nice. My friend and I shared the vegan BFF board. You get to select two cheeses. I highly recommend the brie. We thought we might also order a sandwich, but everything on the board along with a glass of wine for each of us was just the right amount of food for the 2 of us. I'm so glad this place has vegan options. I'm looking forward to trying their other cheeses, vegan meats, and their sandwiches.

    Absolutely love their charcuterie boards and paninis! They have both diary and vegan boards…read moreavailable, which is very rare to find. They also have happy hour Tuesdays-Thursday from 2:00-5:30pm, where they offer house wines for $5 and personal cheese board for $10. For boards, I usually get the Goldilocks specialty board, which comes with 3 cheeses ranging in texture from soft to hard. For an additional cost, you can add meat: prosciutto, salami, Spanish chorizo, or half & half of any two. For paninis, everything I've tried was very good. I've had the Signature which has a double-cream brie, pear slices, mixed greens, and fig jam. Lib Grilled Cheese comes with three premium cheese blend, grilled with olive oil, and minced garlic. All paninis are on their sourdough bread and served with their signature side salad. The decor here is very cute - showcasing their cheese fridge and shelves lined with wines and jams available for purchase. There are some tables both indoors and outside. I recently saw that they host events, offer quick same-day catering within 2-3 hours of ordering, and deliver for orders up to 50 people! Always coming back for their cheese boards and great happy hour!

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    Honey Berry Jam'Brie Panini
    Honey Berry Jam'Brie Panini
    Custom Charcuterie Build Your Own Board

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