Monroe Grill is a small cafe/grill located in an office park complex off of the Herndon Parkway. I visited for a late breakfast the other day. I opted for their breakfast burrito - with extra bacon - and a bottle of water. You pay ahead of time at the register. Paid with Apple Pay. Food was made to order - came up in about 10 minutes. Plenty of seating inside. The Burrito was brought out to me - I periodically added hot sauce to each bite of Burrito. The Burrito had bacon, eggs, cheese, potatoes, and onions and bell peppers and was tightly rolled up. Very tasty! Service was excellent! #MonroeGrill read more

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Ive only been in twice, but, Its just been great. I geta sausage egg and cheese on a bagel and they are so nice and whip it up quick. today I got homefries that came with onions and peppers and it was amazing. I love this place and I want them to stay open so please go there! they are so sweet in there and polite, they deserve it. read more

Meh. I came here for convenience, but that's about it. I noticed that they don't always use gloves when handling the food, which is a turn off for me. The ladies are not the friendliest, but they have a good sense of humor. Almost feels like the Soup Nazi from Seinfeld with humor (in a good way though....). The burger was not flavorful or delicious or anything synonymous with those words. It was just a frozen beef patty on a bun...there was more bread than meat/toppings. read more

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Food was nice and hot. Everything we had tasted freshly made. We'll definitely be back soon.

Outstanding (with reasonable prices) food and some of the friendliest people you will meet. I can't stress this enough - friendly. Part of the welcoming approach: The ladies who run Monroe will make things to order for you - they work to make your standard ordered item special for you. They will make suggestions. My favorite item: Turkey-Bacon-Avocado sandwich Specials Schedule (They do a wonderful job on these): Monday - Bulgogi Tuesday - Bibimbap Wednesday - Curry rice / Butter chicken Thursday - Teriyaki Chicken Friday - Spicy chicken read more

Monroe Grill - CUSTOM! The team at Monroe will make the sandwich exactly how you want it. They go above and beyond to ensure sub is custom made! - Sandwiches Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

This is one of the many office park deli in the Herndon area. I like this place is clean, has the usually large selection of drinks, snacks (chips, crackers, even fresh cut fruits), and many tables. The menu is small, which is what I like to see. Short and simple. Pick a daily special, sub, sandwich, or wrap, then meat and toppings. Order when you walk in, pay when you pick up. Staff is really friendly. Service was quick. I was there for approximately 10 minutes, I left with the smell of grease/oil on my work clothes. My guess, the ventilation system was not on. Had the chicken steak & cheese. It was good, would give this place another try. read more

Monroe Grill - Chicken Steak & Cheese with mayo, lettuce, tomato, and jalapeño. $6.49 menu / $7.01 including tax. - Sandwiches Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

Friendliest people ever! Great sandwiches they make and graciously ask about every detail to be certain you get what you want. Clean establishment with lots of menu choices. Thank you! We left with a happy tummy and big smiles on our faces. read more

The office workday has its monotonous twists and turns, from yet another conference call to trying to figure out where that one stack of post-it notes went. No matter what your career pursuit is, I think we can all agree that the highlight of one's day is that brief moment of breaking away from our screens and consuming delicious food to replenish our strength. Those magical 30-60 minutes (depending on your particular business's policies) are a time to self-reflect, to go over mistakes you may have made, dreams you may have, all while biting into delectable goodness. My coworkers and I, like many great explorers before us, have found that holy temple that holds the treasure us humans have been searching for centuries. It is this wondrous building that calls itself "Monroe Grill". The service is top-notch, the food is restaurant-quality, and the heart of the place beats loud enough to be heard all across the office park. From your salads, to your paninis, to your hot sandwiches, the employees here are the true heroes of this tale. Their warm smiles and greetings, their delicate swipes of the knife, and the wistful look you give over your shoulder before walking out just wishing, dreaming you could stay longer, all of it equals happiness. I recommend the Chicken Steak and Cheese Sandwich, with french fries, and a coke. I won't spoil you with the details, just eat it, you'll thank me later. Please give this place a look while you are at your desk, contemplating the mysteries of a printer, hearing the loud crackling of your co-worker's gum, and wishing for more, for better. You deserve it. read more

I can only eat here for lunch. Everything is amazing. Service is excellent and they're very prompt.

Needed a quick lunch in Herndon today, so I swung by Monroe Grill, as I've had this deli bookmarked for a while! I opted for an avocado club sandwich and fries. The fries were my favorite thing! So well seasoned and crunchy on the outside but soft on the inside - perfection! I couldn't stop eating them as I drove back to work (oops!) The club sandwich was good as well - I did get bacon as I'm not a vegetarian, just really love avocado! Next time, I think I will ask for a turkey club, add bacon, and say no cheese OR just do a BLTA :) Just personal preference -- there was nothing wrong with this sandwich! Edit to add: OH! And the price was under $10! Great pricing :) read more

Monroe Grill - Avocado Club & Fries! - Sandwiches Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

I'll be honest, I'm not a huge sandwich person. But if you're a sandwich lover, Monroe Grill offers a host of hot sandwiches on its menu! One of my coworkers really likes their tuna melts. For lunch specials they have bibimbap, chicken teriyaki, bulgogi specials etc on rotation throughout the week. These are fresh and made-to-order for ~ $8-9. Pretty good value for the price! With a nice variety of sandwiches, salads and specials there's a bit of everything for everyone here, and parking is plentiful to accommodate for the lunchtime frenzy. Four stars for the food and friendly service read more

Okay, so I'm going to give this place 5 stars for what it is... An Office park deli; because it's one of the best (if not the best) I've been to that fits that category. They have a huge assortment of lunch and breakfast choices -- both hot and cold. Anything from bacon and eggs to a BLT to a Turkey Bacon Avocado to Hamburgers and Steak and Cheese with Fries. Did I mention they have Bacon?? Although its not on the menu, I bet they would even put bacon on that burger for you, if you asked nice. :) They also have a hot and cold self-serve buffet line (with about 6 choices of each if I remember correctly) I've only tried a couple things of the buffet, all of which were good. They had one marinated avocado salad with red onions and veggies and large chunks of avocado which was refreshing. They also had korean fried chicken which was very good -- large chunks of juicy white meat with a thin and sweet fried coating. They also have sushi on it most of the time, which is kind of nice if you want a couple pieces alongside whatever else you're getting. With that being said, every time I go there I notice something new on the buffet, which is awesome for those of us who like variety. You will usually see at least a couple Asian dishes on it. But I've seen other things on it such as fried pork cutlets, salmon, bbq ribs, a variety of salads, quesadillas,....... okay, I'm going to stop, but you get the idea, it seems the ladies running this shop know how to cook just about anything! They also run daily specials of Asian influence -- Korean mostly from what I can tell. I'm going to go ahead and list them.... if for nothing else, as a personal reference because I get Wednesday and Thursday mixed up in my head.... Monday - Bulgogi Tuesday - Bibimbap (personal favorite) Wednesday - Curry rice (tastes like a spicy/sweet version of Butter chicken to me) Thursday - Teriyaki Chicken Friday - Spicy chicken Of the specials, I've tried Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Tuesday being my favorite. if you aren't familiar with Bibimbap... its a big bowl (and I mean BIG bowl) of rice, julienned veggies, bulgogi (which is sweet marinated grilled beef) all with a fried sunny side egg on top. It also comes with a side of sweet/spicy sauce (im not sure, but if I had to guess it's probably like hoisin mixed with sriracha?). Basically, you bust open that fried egg yolk to unleash the gold, drizzle on the sauce and mix it all up and try not to get any on your work clothes while you dive in headfirst. Very good. I've had Bibimbap from several different places, and I think they do it well here. Today, I had the Turkey Bacon Avocado on white. They are generous with the avocado and turkey. The bacon is crisp. They make it to order right in front of you so you can specify what you want on or don't. Mine came out perfect -- just what I was looking for. Hard to beat bacon and mayo on toasted white bread. And it would be rude of me to finish this review without tipping my hat to the ladies that run this place. They really are so nice. Every time I come in they are happy to see me. They really aim to please. First time I came in, the lady came out from behind the counter and showed me the buffet and explained all they had to offer; really made me feel welcomed. Another time when I came in and asked about the daily special, she prepared a little sample cup for me to try it out so she knew I would be happy. When the line dies down, they will come out from behind the counter and walk the dining area and ask people if their food is right and good, etc. Really outstanding service for a little corporate deli, where generally all I would expect is a sandwich prepared behind a counter and thrown in a bag before sending me on my way. Thanks Monroe deli, keep up the good work and I'll keep coming back! read more

Monroe Grill - Turkey bacon avocado on white toast. So good and big. - Sandwiches Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

I get something new every time I go. The prices are super reasonable and Both the ladies who work here are super friendly And will make what ever you order exactly how you like it. I highly recommend this place if you're looking for a quick delicious bite! read more

I found my new favorite deli. Simple, clean, pleasant. The lady behind the counter is sweet. Also, LOVE that the place has vegetarian options! My veggie burger, while not the best was quite good. And filling. And the fries are delicious! read more

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I'm addicted to the breakfast burrito. Sausage, egg, cheese, and hash brown is my go-to.

This is another of the corporate deli places that is near me. Its the one I go to the most, partially because its the closest. That said, I do think they have some good items on their menu including a good selection of pita items. My favorite is the chicken hummus pita. They fill it up and then toast it for a bit. They also have a bul go gi platter, nice to have that 5 minutes from my cubicle when I start getting the munchies. Grace who owns and runs the place is very nice and remembers all the regulars. Their prices are good also. I do this the Queen's Deli is probably a little better for regular sandwiches (its a whole ten minute for me though :). And I like "Corporate Deli" for their teriyaki wrap. When a group of us go out though, we get in the car and go to Thai Luang, Angeethi, or other places for truly tasty grub. read more

I LOVE this deli :D How do I start.... I work literally right next door to it and every morning I get myself an egg, cheese, and jalapeños croissant. This is not on the menu but if you want something and she has the ingredients she will make it. For lunch everything I have tried is amazing. There has not been one thing where I am upset or disappointed. She surprises me everyday with the amazing taste of her food. The bar is great, because if you are not feeling like a big meal you could simply choose a couple options and it is measured by the weight of food. The smell is incredible you can definitely tell everything is fresh and not been there for days. I can recommend this to anyone it is not only good but she is friendly to everyone every day :) read more

Have worked in the area for a few months now and many times I have not brought my lunch. Having this place within walking distance has been a lifesaver. Great food, many choices, and the staff is very friendly. Would definitely recommend to anyone read more

I have to update my review and really praise Monroe Grill. They are my go to cafe, for all of the reasons I mentioned in my previous review and more. There are SO many options for sandwiches, wraps, paninis, and salads, as well as all of their daily specials. They really take the time to remember what you like if you're there often, and make every visit great. Once at their busiest time of day I went in for a tofu salad, and at the very end she put a little bit of the wrong dressing and I caught her and told her, and she was so apologetic and offered/insisted to remake the whole salad. But of course it really wasnt a big deal so I didnt want to hold them up for one small issue, but the best part was that they were so willing to fix it immediately. read more

I could give this place anything from 2 to 4 stars. 4 stars: one of the few places within walking distance of where I'm working could convince me to bump it up a star. But, the folks behind the counter are friendly, the food is reasonably priced, and my first sandwich was decently tasty, so I could maybe see my way to 4 stars anyway. 2 stars: but then start breaking the sandwich down. The chicken was bone dry. OK, maybe not quite bone dry, assuming bones have almost no moisture at all. But pretty darn close. And I'm not sure about the food prep. Maybe I've watched too much "Restaurant Impossible," but I'm pretty sure you shouldn't have a tray of cooked chicken just sitting out on the counter. Maybe they were just transferring stuff around in the fridge when I was there, but it definitely made me a little more nervous to chow down on the sandwich. 3 stars: End of the day, I didn't get sick (at least not yet). The sandwich tasted pretty good, and I'm suspicious that sandwiches may not be their strong suit anyway. I was the only person there (small sample size, granted) getting a sandwich. Everyone else seemed to be going for the special or a salad. I'll definitely try a few more things to try to find a stronger dish, and I wouldn't be (too) afraid to get the chicken sandwich again, though I can't REALLY recommend it. Bottom Line: Don't seek it out, but if you are in the area anyway and don't want to get in your car (or if you are at the Smart Tag place next door and get a sudden hunger pang), it's not bad. But, come on: Herndon has some great little places to eat and Reston Town Center is 5 minutes away -- You can do way better if you get in your car. read more

Great food and friendly service...what more do you want. I really like their Ruben and Steak and Cheese sandwiches...probably the best in NOVA. Their French fries are always fresh and crispy...which is always a plus because who likes limp soggy fries. If you are in Herndon, you need to check this mom and pop store out. read more

Small place that is secret a gem. They have a special every weekday and everything is well cooked. The owner is a awesome person who tries to say hi to everybody. Give this place a try. It will surprise you as it did to me read more

Excellent spot for lunch. There are many choices and the staff is very friendly. I ordered a steak and cheese and a meatball sub, both were very tasty. The bread they use on their subs is soft and amazing too. read more

Monroe Grill - Steak and cheese with a giant cookiev - Sandwiches Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

Go there often. Food there is really very fresh due to the large circulation throughout the week. Super friendly service. The vegetables there are watery and fresh. Love the salads and wraps there. (Strong recommendation: Monroe steak wrap. Yummy!) read more

Monroe Grill would stand out as an outstanding deli even if it were not tucked into an office park. It's completely unsuspecting. I finally decided to try Monroe Grill after one of my co-workers ranted about it after lunch every single day. I have been making it a point to order out one day a week now. The woman who runs the place is kind, accommodating, and friendly. They don't make a fuss if you want to switch out ingredients of make a custom order and all of their options are delicious. They serve generous potions without charging extra. I'm particularly fond of the gyro wrap and their club sandwiches. Again, for a small office park deli, this place is actually better than most restaurants in the area. read more

Good food, reasonable price, friendly staff, nice location, easy parking.

I want to make this clear, THE OWNER HAS CHANGED since the 11/5/2013 comment and I have eaten here atleast once a week since Nov' 12. The old owner had a big selection and was decent at all her foods. The new owner went ahead and kept the big selection and just made everything better. Everything I usually order from breakfast to korean food to steak and cheese with fries has gotten worlds better. They also just added a hotbar with very high quality food. You don't expect that kind of quality at a deli. When I was working in the area I made it my goal to compare all of the delis in the immediate area. Why you might ask? Delis are the perfect places for lunch because you can get so many different types of food and the prices are always low. Usually the korean owned ones (ok lets be honest thats like all of them) have lots of korean food available along with the normal selection. As for the results of my comparison, heres a high level breakdown of my results. I dont want to flame any of the other delis in the area so ill keep them anonymous, but I will say how monroe grill compares. I will highlight a few key points for the comparison which are the fries, the steak and cheese, the breakfast, and the specials. The reason why I pick these is because I think you can tell a lot about a deli from these staple items. Fries: This place wins in fries hands down, super crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. Lot of places in the area burn their fries...YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE. Steak and Cheese: The meat has SLIGHTLY more fat in it than the other delis. What this means is that youre not getting a dry, crumbly, "steak-um"s like sandwich, but one that is juicier. Breakfast: Their breakfast platter probably has the largest assortment of breakfast foods compared to the others in the area. Their sausages are better than the other delis as well. Specials: Ok I have to admit, "the Alice" sandwich at a certain deli is pretty amazeballs but this same deli scores very low in the other categories above...especially the fries...YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE!!! Monroe Grill has DAILY specials that are sometimes korean food which, lets be honest, you really cant go wrong with. Their curry special is probably my favorite. read more

Nothing special here. They do serve more than just sandwiches and subs, and the prices are average. But, when there is a better deli just a block away, don't bother coming here for a sub or sandwich. read more

Before I start, readers need to know the current owner is relatively 'new'. She tore the place apart to refresh and clean the environment for customers and the health department! Looks great and food is prepared by caring hands.... It's Monday's menu on the Monroe Grill buffet and I just returned from having a DELICIOUS meal... The owner and her helpers are so friendly to everyone, so conscientiously clean, and the BUFFET WAS JUST GREAT! When invited by my husband to come to lunch at our office at 610 Herndon Pkwy, I've previously ordered sandwiches from the Grill, and they are always satisfying; but from now on, I'll buy from the buffet! Each day, there are alternatives to the Monroe Grill buffet menu. Today the Korean bulogi and fried tofu were my choices along with fried rice and a wonderful selection to create your own salad (even with bowtie, seasoned pasta). For $5+ (pay by weight), I ate healthy and wonderful food for same price or less than Mickey-Ds, etc. Yes, I'm planning to repeat such a good meal and hope readers of this review enjoy the same satisfaction! read more

I have been here three times and have been very happy every time. The portions are generous and they make sure you're taken care of.

I worked near this place for quite a long while, so I of course felt the need to check it out for lunch. The staff was friendly and very accommodating, often doing things like pointing to sections of the menu on the wall and saying that anything from those sections would be $5 (therefore cheaper than the posted price), or letting me mix and match a couple of the items and then just putting that at a fair price, whether it was a sandwich or one of the Korean specials they had. This place is a made-to-order grill, so they took full advantage of that flexibility, and the result was always a solid lunch to break up the day. read more