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    Waffle Monkey

    4.4 (49 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating

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    Vegan Waffles
    Cait C.

    Delicious! Hard to find dairy free waffles around town so when I heard about this place I had to try it out! Yum!

    Apple pie waffle
    Rachel S.

    Decided to check out Waffle Monkey on a whim and was very much satisfied. Just as its name suggests, their focus is their themed Belgian waffles. In addition to a classic Belgian waffle, they also offer a large number of fun sweet and savory options. I went with their churro (cinnamon-sugar, melted butter, and chocolate sauce), and my husband ordered apple pie (apple pie filling, cinnamon-sugar, and whipped cream). The waffles were great. They were warm and chewy on the outside with a slight crisp on the exterior. I appreciated that the toppings were all served on the side, as it made for a customizable experience. My husband also had their homemade sausage roll made with real puff pastry, which he said was amazing. What I also appreciated are the large number of side options. Any waffle can be enhanced with fresh fruit, spreads, proteins, or even a scoop of ice cream. Lastly, Waffle Monkey's servers are kind and efficient. Would recommend a stop here if craving a nice, fluffy Belgian.

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    Kristina M.

    This is a really cool spot when you are in Downtown Sarasota. It is such a great environment that whips up tasty drinks and food. They have merchandise displayed if you wanted to buy anything. The restaurant is colorful and there's so much to look at. The bathroom is clean and very cute! The servers who work here are kind and helpful. All in all, check out Waffle Monkey. This place is pretty cool!

    Robert M.

    We got off the ship early in Grand Cayman with all the shops closed until 9. Outdoor seating with some tables inside to enjoy your food. Clean restaurant with everything being made to order. Up front they had a pastry case one item being the sausage roll. Not big but full of flavor that I had to order another. Was told if they ran out it would be another 25 minutes to make them. Waffle combo's were all amazing and we added some of the homemade whip cream to the order. Do not forget to do this! All the food we had was delicious with some great people working at this restaurant. This is a must when hitting Grand Cayman.

    The churro waffles! DELICIOUS.
    Alaska C.

    All around just incredible food. Fluffy, delicious waffles in the most unique flavors and combos. Sweet, savory, sandwiches, and even a full English breakfast are on this menu. Restaurant is intimate and well decorated, so be sure to take advantage of the space outside. One of the best breakfast spots in downtown Sarasota!!!! Service is always friendly as well. :)

    Choice of beverages including fresh coffee, lattes, etc
    Linda N.

    A fun relaxed waffle restaurant. Owners are on site working and taking pride in their customer experience. A variety of items on menu. Well priced. Highly recommend.Enjoy

    Faith M.

    Great food. I enjoyed my savory waffle. Also, we were able to customize our coffee. Cute place as well.

    Thomas B.

    Been here several times since they have opened. The owner and staff are good people. Friendly and professional. The food is solid Parking is an issue, but it's Sarasota so what's new there?

    Avocado toast, egg and bacon on a waffle
    lisa h.

    Love the New Waffle Monkey . Avocado toast was delicious and as always waffles are amazing. Best Mocha Latte I have had in a while . Olivia was a great server and the owner Pete was attentive !

    Bacon and Egg Waffles

    Cute place very near our hotel. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Service was fast and friendly. Good selection of waffles, sandwiches and breakfast plates. Food is done simply and well. Belgian waffles are light and fluffy, more savory than sweet (which I love) and then you add the rest. Fruit is simple, fresh and clean and bacon crispy. Can't ask for more than that.

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    Elaine S.

    We really enjoyed this cute restaurant. It was comfortable and airy with lots of seats. We were greeted by a friendly server and she was also assisted by a kind and hospitable gentleman. I started out with a vanilla latte which was very tasty! Then I ordered the Salty Pig waffle which included yummy bacon cooked just the way I like it, slightly crisp but not all around hard. It was excellent. My husband had a strawberry waffle with whipped cream. We thoroughly enjoyed the food and bright atmosphere here and look forward to coming back.

    Mary A.

    The food is phenomenal. The chicken and waffles are delicious and hot and the waffle bananas coconut and honey delicious. Service was great loved Sierra she was exceptional. Very good coffee.

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    E. C.

    Wow! An amazing NEW family-owned waffle and breakfast restaurant in Sarasota! If you want fresh, delicious waffles--this is the place! I just had the waffles and bacon! A special shout out to all my vegan and gluten-free friends, in addition to regular waffles, they have DELICIOUS GLUTEN-FREE and vegan waffles too! We met the owner (he and his wife started the restaurant) and we learned that they worked for months to craft the perfect recipe!

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    11 months ago

    Everything was amazing! owners were so kind and just so welcoming. Chicken was so good, will definitely be back with my family!!

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    Amazing food Amazing people Amazing place Definitely amazed me you walk in and they want you to be there

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