A Break Worth Taking: Waffle Monkey in Sarasota

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A New Contender: Waffle Monkey Sarasota

While we’re talking about breakfast gems, don’t sleep on Waffle Monkey on Palm Ave in Downtown Sarasota. This cheerful café, brought over from Costa Rica by owner Pete Collins and manager Lindsay, is quickly becoming a go-to for locals and tourists alike.

Their sidewalk seating, artsy decor, and playful twist on classics—like churro waffles and tropical fruit-topped stacks—make for a memorable outing. It fills a much-needed gap in Sarasota’s downtown food scene.

First Impressions

The space greets you with playful monkey murals dancing across warm wood walls and modern-rustic fixtures. You immediately feel the stress lift—the air smells like melting butter and freshly brewed coffee, a welcome antidote to the usual corporate grind.

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Menu Magic

The sweet and savory waffle creations read like an adventurous playbook:

The Churro Waffle: Picture a Belgian waffle fresh off the iron, coated in cinnamon sugar and served with silky chocolate‑caramel dipping sauce. Crisp edges, pillowy centers—this is pure comfort fuel before a big meeting.
The Signature “Waffle Monkey”: Imagine a waffle mountain crowned with powdered sugar, sliced bananas, local honey, and coconut flakes. It’s a tropical sunrise you can eat—a sweet, energizing rush.
Chicken & Waffles: A classic that sometimes disappoints elsewhere. Here, it hits the right notes: golden, juicy chicken atop a perfectly textured waffle, drizzled with house syrup for that effortless sweet‑savory dance.

Customer Voices

Don’t just take my word for it—regulars sing its praises:

“Waffle Monkey is so good!! What a fun atmosphere and amazing waffles!”

“This place is the cutest! I had chicken and waffles – yummy!!! I wish I had more time in Bonita Springs to try their Avocado Toast. The service was great and friendly.”

The Perfect Place For a Work Vacation

There’s something almost meditative about tearing into a waffle here—each bite is better than the last. The staff? Super friendly. The service? Swift, essential when you’ve got a tight meeting schedule. And let’s not forget: a good waffle is like liquid courage in carbohydrate form. I left calm, confident, and absolutely ready.