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Cafe Mono Congo back deck overlooking Baru River & Playa Dominical
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Waterfront Eatery in the Jungle

STRONG COFFEE. YUMMY FOOD. GOOD VIBES.
Playa Dominical, Costa Rica

Something For Everyone.

Cafe Mono Congo has always been, and always will be, a place for community. Where everyone is welcome. Whether you are surfers, yogis, tourists, cyclists, families, local businesses, locals or expats. Whoever you are. Mono Congo is a place away from the hectic city where you can relax and enjoy great coffee and yummy food.

All of our dishes are made in-house from scratch using only local and premium ingredients. Originally a vegetarian café, we have shifted our menu a little to include something for everyone – from gluten-free, vegetarian or vegan-options to veggie burgers & fries or heartier meals (with free-range chicken). We also serve organic cold pressed juices, kombuchas to beer, wine and cocktails.

A little something for everyone.

Breakfast

Paninis & Burritos

Delicious croissants, paninis and breakfast burritos available with sides of hash browns, fruit salad, gallo pinto, jalapeño chicken sausage or side green salad. — V: Vegan — VO: Vegan Option — VEG: Vegetarian (w/ dairy) — GF: Gluten Free — GFO: Gluten Free Option —
Breakfast Croissant
Rich, flaky croissant filled with omelette of mozzarella, sliced tomato & avocado. Add side of hash brown potatoes, fruit salad, side green salad or gallo pinto for extra 1.800. Add jalapeño chicken sausage for 1.200. Extra chipotle for 600.
3.800
Smoked Trout Croissant
Toasted croissant filled with cream cheese, green onions, runny fried egg, local smoked trout and arugula.
4.000
Gringo Burrito
Hash brown potatoes, jalapeño chicken sausage, scrambled egg, cheddar cheese, pico de gallo wrapped in a flour tortilla. 4.500 in a flour tortilla.
4.200
Tico Burrito
Gallo pinto, mini-omelette, Tico cheese, avocado, peppers, spring onions, tomato & plantains with chipotle sour cream. (V: Replace dairy with hot sauce & avocado. Add 1.000 to change eggs to vegan tofu scramble.) Vegan option.
4.000
Breakfast Tacos (vo, gf)
Cheddar cheese-scrambled eggs, corn tortilla (3), pico de gallo, chipotle sour cream & avocado. Add 1.200 for jalapeño chicken sausage. (Make it Vegan: Add 1.000 to change dairy to vegan tofu scramble. with pico de gallo.) Vegan option. Gluten-free.
4.200
Breakfast Panini
Fried egg, spinach, tomato, avocado, herb & tomato cream cheese, mozzarella cheese with house made sourdough, white or multigrain bread.
4.200
Breakfast Bun
Jalapeño chicken chorizo, fried egg, BBQ sauce, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, pickled onion, garlic aioli on house-made bun. Add 600 for banana peppers.
4.000

Plates & Bowls

Mixture of omelettes, coconut french toast, breakfast quesadillas, North American breakfasts, country breakfast skillets and Tico breakfast. — V: Vegan — VO: Vegan Option — VEG: Vegetarian (w/ dairy) — GF: Gluten Free — GFO: Gluten Free Option —
Coconut French Toast
Sourdough dipped in coconut milk egg wash and grilled to perfection, topped with charred pineapple, mint, toasted coconut, butter and coconut cream.
4.900
Tico Breakfast (vo,gf)
Gallo pinto, eggs (2) fried or scrambled, grilled semi-duro cheese, fried sweet plantains, chipotle sour cream, avocado, pico de gallo, fresh cilantro. Add 600 for extra chipotle. Add 1.200 for jalapeño chicken sausage. (Make it Vegan: Dairy replaced w/ hot sauce & avocado. Add 1.000 to change eggs to vegan tofu scramble.) Vegan option. Gluten-free.
4.500
Quinoa Bowl (vo,gf)
Mixed grain quinoa, sautéed kale, fried egg, roast peppers, herb mushroom mix, sweet potatoes chunks & herb-tomato cream cheese. Add jalapeño chicken sausage 1.200 or smoked trout 1.400. (Make it Vegan: Dairy replaced with tomato herb sauce & avocado. Add 1.000 to change eggs to vegan tofu scramble.). Vegan option. Gluten-free.
4.500
Mushroom Omlette (gf)
Local mushroom mix sautéed with fresh herbs and garlic wrapped in egg omelette with creamy goat cheese. Served on a slice of house sourdough bread spread with pesto and house greens. Add jalapeño chicken sausage 1.200 or smoked trout 1.400. (Make GF with corn tortilla or add 800 for GF bread.) Gluten-free option.
5.200
Jalapeño Cheddar Omelette (gf)
Jalapeño chicken sausage, jalapeños, tomato and cheddar cheese wrapped in egg omelette. Served with choice of slice of house sourdough bread, GF corn tortillas or GF bread (add 800) and house greens.
5.200
Breakfast Quesadilla
Scrambled eggs, peppers, green onions, cheddar cheese grilled in a flour tortilla. Served with a side of gallo pinto, sour cream and pico de gallo. Add 1.200 for jalapeño chicken sausage.
4.700
North American Breakfast (vo,gfo)
2 eggs (fried or scrambled), potatoes, grilled tomato, sautéed mushrooms and multigrain sourdough toast (or GF corn tortillas. Add 800 for GF bread). Add 1.200 for jalapeño chicken sausage. (Make it Vegan: Add 1.000 to change eggs to vegan tofu scramble.) Vegan-option. Gluten-free option.
4.500
Country Breakfast Skillet
Roast potatoes, jalapeño chicken sausage, peppers, spring onions, chipotle sour cream & pico de gallo.
5.000
Vegan Country Scramble (v,gf)
Sweet potato hash, kale, roast peppers, grilled zucchini, pumpkin, mushrooms, pickled red onion and pesto topped with vegan tofu scramble. Vegan. Gluten-free.
5.000

Toasties

Multigrain sourdough toasties with avocado, smoked trout or pesto gourmet mushroom. Available with sides of hash browns, fruit salad, gallo pinto, jalapeño chicken sausage or side green salad. — V: Vegan — VO: Vegan Option — VEG: Vegetarian (w/ dairy) — GF: Gluten Free — GFO: Gluten Free Option —
Avocado Toast (vo,gfo)
Multigrain sourdough toast topped with smashed avocado, sliced tomato, goat cheese. Served with house greens and honey thyme vinaigrette. Add 700 to add an egg. (Make it Vegan: Add 1.000 to switch eggs to vegan tofu scramble. Make it Gluten-Free: Add 1.200 for gluten free toast).
4.300
Mushroom Toast (vo,gfo)
Multigrain sourdough toast topped with pesto, local gourmet mushroom mix on arugula with shaved parmesan cheese. Add 700 to add an egg. (Vegan: Add 1.000 to change dairy to vegan tofu scramble. Gluten Free: Add 1.200 for gluten free toast.) Vegan option. Gluten-free option.
4.800
Smoked Trout Toast (gfo)
Multigrain sourdough toast topped with smoked trout, cream cheese, slivers of red onion and fried capers. With house greens and honey thyme vinaigrette. Add 700 to add an egg. (Make it Gluten Free: Add 1.200 for gluten free toast). Gluten-free option.
5.200

Lighter Brekky

Lighter, vegan & gluten free options like seasonal fruit salads, fruit salad breakfast bowls, coconut overnight oats and mixed berry smoothie bowls. — V: Vegan — VO: Vegan Option — VEG: Vegetarian (w/ dairy) — GF: Gluten Free — GFO: Gluten Free Option —
Seasonal Fruit Salad (v,gf)
Mix of local seasonal fruits (organic where possible). Vegan. Gluten-free.
3.300
Fruit Salad Breakfast Bowl (v,gf)
Local seasonal fruit salad topped with passionfruit, mint, shredded coconut, walnuts. Choice of local organic greek goat yoghurt or vegan coconut overnight oats. Vegan. Gluten-free.
4.500
Coconut Overnight Oats (v,gf)
Rolled oats soaked in coconut milk, orange juice, cinnamon and vanilla pods. Topped with a chia mixed berries compot, shredded coconut, sliced almonds. Vegan. Gluten-free.
4.300
Mixed Berry Smoothie Bowl (v,gf)
Mixed berries, banana and coconut milk smoothie topped with house made toasted granola, cacao, chia, shredded coconut and tropical fruits. Vegan. Gluten-free.
3.800

Lunch

Salads

Healthy and filling salads including Kale Caesar Salad, Garden Salad, Mushroom & Goat Cheese Salad, Pakora Salad and a Roast Pumpkin Blue Cheese Salad. Served with options to add roast garbanzos, smoked trout, chicken and side soup for extra cost. — V: Vegan — VO: Vegan Option — VEG: Vegetarian (w/ dairy) — GF: Gluten Free — GFO: Gluten Free Option —
Kale Ceasar Salad (veg)
Organic kale & romaine lettuce, in house made Caesar dressing with fresh parmesan, boiled egg & sourdough croutons. Option to add roast garbanzos ₡1.000, smoked trout or chicken ₡1.400. Add side soup for ₡1.800.
4.600
Garden Salad (v,gf)
Organic greens mix, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, julienne veg mix, savoury seed mix with choice of dressing (honey thyme vinaigrette, tahini vinaigrette, or curry mango). Add feta 600. Add roast chickpeas 1.000, smoked trout or chicken 1.400. Add soup for 1.800.
4.400
Mushroom & Goat Cheese Salad (veg,gf)
Herb sautéed mushrooms, roast chickpeas, goat cheese & almonds on organic greens & garden vegetables tossed with honey thyme vinaigrette. Add smoked trout or chicken 1.400. Add soup for 1.800. Vegetrian. Gluten-free.
5.700
Pakora Salad (veg)
Crispy veggie pakoras, goat cheese, julienne peppers, cucumbers, fresh herbs on organic greens mix and garden vegetables. Tossed with curry mango dressing. Add roast garbanzos ₡ 1.000, smoked trout or cajun chicken ₡ 1.400. Add soup for ₡ 1.800. Vegetarian.
5.600
Roast Pumpkin Blue Cheese Salad (veg)
Roast pumpkin, walnuts, blue cheese, organic greens & garden veggies with honey-thyme vinaigrette. Add roast garbanzos ₡ 1.000, smoked trout or chicken ₡ 1.400. Add soup for ₡ 1.800.
5.600

Bowls

Hearty, healthy bowls with vegetarian jungle bowl, vegan falafel bowl, SW chipotle chicken bowl and a Mexi bowl. — V: Vegan — VO: Vegan Option — VEG: Vegetarian (w/ dairy) — GF: Gluten Free — GFO: Gluten Free Option —
Jungle Bowl (veg,vo)
Roasted garbanzos, avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, chopped egg, feta cheese, seed mix with curry-mango dressing on mixed-grain quinoa & organic greens mix. Add chicken ₡ 1.400. Make it Vegan – replace egg with feta and extra avocado.
5.700
Falafel Bowl (v)
House made falafels & hummus, pickled purple cabbage, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes and tahini vinaigrette on mixed grain quinoa & organic greens mix. Vegan.
5.600
SW Chipotle Chicken Bowl
Grilled cajun chicken, avocado, roast corn salsa, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, fresh cilantro and chipotle lime dressing on a white rice, organic greens & garden vegetable mix.
5.900
Mexi Bowl (veg)
Black beans, pico de gallo, avocado, cheddar cheese, tortilla chips, cilantro, cucumbers & jalapeños with chipotle lime dressing on rice & organic greens. Vegetarian. Add chicken ₡1.400.
5.900

Veggie Burgers

Choice of falafel or blackbean patties on house made sesame buns with choice of salad, soup or potato wedges. Includes classic, mushroom pesto mozza, pineapple bbq or brie & apple butter options. — V: Vegan — VO: Vegan Option — VEG: Vegetarian (w/ dairy) — GF: Gluten Free — GFO: Gluten Free Option —
Mono Congo Classic (veg,vo)
Veggie burger (falafel or blackbean), with avocado, feta cheese, lettuce tomatoes, pickled onions. garlic aioli & house made tomato-herb sauce served on house made sesame buns with choice of salad, soup or potato wedges. (A la carte ₡ 4.300). Make it Vegan: Remove feta & switch garlic aioli for vegan garlic aioli.
6.100
Mushroom Pesto Mozza Burger (veg,vo)
Veggie burger (falafel or blackbean), with herb sautéed mushrooms, mozzarella cheese, vegan pesto, garlic aioli, spinach, tomato & pickled onions. Served on house made sesame buns with choice of salad, soup or potato wedges. (A la carte ₡ 4.400). Make if Vegan: Remove mozzarella & switch garlic aioli for vegan aioli.
6.200
Pineapple BBQ Veggie Burger (veg,vo)
Veggie burger (falafel or blackbean) with BBQ sauce, grilled pineapple, garlic aioli, lettuce, tomato, pickled onions. Served on house made sesame buns with choice of salad, soup or potato wedges. Add avocado or banana peppers for ₡ 600. (A la carte ₡ 4.300). Make if Vegan: Switch garlic aioli for vegan garlic aioli.
6.100
Brie & Apple Butter Burger (veg)
Veggie burger (falafel or blackbean) with spiced apple butter, Brie cheese, garlic aioli, arugula, tomato & pickled red onion. Served on house made sesame buns with choice of salad, soup or potato wedges. (A la carte ₡4.400).
6.200

Paninis & Sandwiches

Sandwiches and paninis made with housemade multigrain sourdough or chia flax bread. — V: Vegan — VO: Vegan Option — VEG: Vegetarian (w/ dairy) — GF: Gluten Free — GFO: Gluten Free Option —
Grilled Cheese Sandwich (veg)
Cheddar, parmesan & mozzarella cheeses on house sourdough bread. Includes choice of wedges, salad or daily soup. (A la carte ₡3.600)
5.400
Sweet Chili Chicken Panini
Grilled chicken, avocado, roast peppers, mozzarella, sweet chili sauce on sourdough bread. Includes choice of wedges, salad or daily soup. (A la carte ₡ 4.400)
6.200
Spicy BBQ Chicken Panini
Grilled chicken, BBQ sauce, roast peppers, red onions, banana peppers & mozzarella cheese. Includes choice of wedges, salad or daily soup. (A la carte ₡ 4.400)
6.200
Roast Veggie Pesto Panini (veg, vo)
Roast eggplant, zucchini, pumpkin, peppers, arugula, goat cheese, garlic aioli and pesto on sourdough bread. Includes choice of wedges, salad or daily soup.(A la carte ₡ 4.300) Vegan: Switch goat cheese for hummus with vegan aioli.
6.100
Cajun Chicken Sandwich
Cajun spiced chicken with mozza cheese on house made ciabatta bread with house made ranch dressing, lettuce, tomatoes, pickled onions & shredded carrot. Includes choice of wedges, salad or daily soup. (A la carte ₡ 4.400)
6.200

Wraps & Pitas

Hearty & healthy wraps, gyros, and burritos.  Served on house made pitas, or flour tortillas. Chicken or falafels served with Cafe Mono Congo house-made sauces. Options include hummus, chipotle sour cream, tahini vinaigrette, honey thyme vinaigrette and tangy tzatziki sauce. — V: Vegan — VO: Vegan Option — VEG: Vegetarian (w/ dairy) — GF: Gluten Free — GFO: Gluten Free Option —
Chicken Gyro
House made warm pita bread, grilled herb-garlic chicken, crispy potatoes, lettuce, tomatoes, pickled red onion & tangy tzatziki sauce. Includes choice of wedges, salad or daily soup. (A la carte 4.200).
6.000
Garden Gyro (v)
House made warm pita bread topped hummus, arugula, tomatoes, avocado, fresh apple, pickled red onion, shredded carrots, honey thyme vinaigrette. (A la carte 4.100). Vegan.
5.900
Chicken Burrito
Roast cajun chicken, black beans, rice, cheddar cheese, lettuce, pico de gallo, chipotle sour cream in warm flour tortilla. Includes choice of wedges, salad or daily soup. (A la carte 4.500). Add 700 for avocado.
6.300
Veggie Burrito (veg)
Black beans, rice, cheddar cheese, lettuce, pico de gallo, avocado & chipotle sour cream in warm flour tortilla. Includes choice of wedges, salad or daily soup. (A la carte 4.300). Make it Vegan: Remove cheese & add hummus.
6.100
Buffalo Falafel Wrap (veg)
Falafels in buffalo hot sauce, blue cheese, shredded carrot, house ranch dressing & lettuce, in warm flour tortilla. Includes choice of wedges, salad or daily soup. (A la carte 4.300). Make it Vegan: Switch cheese & ranch dressings for hummus.
6.100
Hummus Falafel Wrap (v)
Falafels, hummus, avocado, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, and tahini vinaigrette in warm flour tortilla. Includes choice of wedges, salad or daily soup. (A la carte 4.200). Vegan.
6.000

Soups

Large bowl of vegan soup served with a side of multigrain sourdough bread. Gluten free option is a corn tortilla or a gluten free bread for ₡800 extra. Flavors include Chipotle Sweet Potato Soup, Creamy Pumpkin Soup, Garbanzo Minestrone soup and Tomato Basil & Olive Soup. All soups are vegan. — V: Vegan — VO: Vegan Option — VEG: Vegetarian (w/ dairy) — GF: Gluten Free — GFO: Gluten Free Option —
Chipotle Sweet Potato Soup (v,gf)
Creamy soup with a dash of spice made from sweet potato, chipotle, veggie stock & coconut milk served with multigrain sourdough. Gluten free option – replace sourdough with corn tortilla or add ₡ 800 for GF Toast.
3.000
Creamy Pumpkin Soup (v,gf)
Creamy puree of roast pumpkin, veggie stock & coconut milk lightly seasoned with garlic, onion and salt & pepper with multigrain sourdough. Gluten free option – replace sourdough with corn tortilla or add ₡ 800 for GF Toast.
3.000
Garbanzo Minestrone Soup (v,gf)
Italian soup with hearty mix of tomatoes, carrots, celery, garbanzos & veggie stock with basil, oregano & thyme served with side of multigrain sourdough bread. Gluten free option: Replace sourdough with corn tortilla or add ₡ 800 for GF Toast. Vegan. Gluten free.
3.000
Tomato Basil & Kalamata Olive Soup (v,gf)
Savoury roasted tomato basil soup pureed with Kalamata olives served with side of multigrain sourdough bread. Gluten free option: Replace sourdough with corn tortilla or add ₡ 800 for GF Toast. Add mozzarella for ₡ 600.
3.000

Snacks

Vegan and chicken options including falafels, veggie pakoras with chili sauce, chicken rolls and potato wedges. — V: Vegan — VO: Vegan Option — VEG: Vegetarian (w/ dairy) — GF: Gluten Free — GFO: Gluten Free Option —
Chicken Roll
Savory sautéed veggies and chicken in puff pastry.
1.900
Potato Wedges (vo,gf)
Hand cut potato wedges in cajun spice served with garlic aioli. Vegetarian. Gluten free. Vegan option – Ask for vegan garlic aioli.
3.300
Veggie Pakoras With Chili Sauce (v)
Crispy Indian spiced vegetable fritters tossed with cilantro and served with sweet chili dipping sauce. Vegan, gluten free.
3.800
Falafels (v,gf)
Five (5) crispy falafels (garbanzos, onions, garlic, parsley, baking powder, sesame seeds with tzatziki dipping sauce. Vegan. Gluten free.
3.800
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Espresso & Iced Coffees

Espresso

Espresso
Single or double shot of King Kong blend.
1.400
Americano
Double espresso and hot water, black or with 2 oz milk. Soy or almond milk add 650.
1.400
Bullet Proof Coffee
Americano in blender with choice of butter or coconut oil.
2.200
Cappuccino
A traditional cappuccino with even distribution of espresso, steamed milk, and foamed milk. Soy or almond milk add 650.
1.900
2.200
Cafe Latte
A milk coffee made up of one or two shots of espresso, steamed milk and a final, thin layer of frothed milk on top.
2.200
Flat White
A milk coffee made up of espresso with microfoam (steamed milk with small, fine bubbles and a glossy or velvety consistency).
2.000
Hot Chocolate
2.100
Macchiato
Double espresso (2 oz) with 1 oz steamed milk foam.
1.800

Iced Coffee

Made with 2 oz King Kong Espresso in 443 ml (15 oz) glass. We use 2% milk. Soy or almond milk add 650.
Affogato
Double espresso over vanilla ice cream (add 700 for Mama Toucans vegano Cocolado)
2.400
Mocha Frappe
Double espresso blended with ice, milk & chocolate frappé.
3.500
Iced Americano
Served black or with touch of cold milk.
1.800
Iced Latte
Latte served with ice & cold milk.
2.500
Iced Mocha
Latte with chocolate, served over ice.
2.800
Frappe
Double espresso blended with ice, milk & vanilla frappé.
3.200

Cold Brew

Our Monkey Punch Cold Brew is cold brewed making it sweeter, smoother and less acidic. This process brings out the fruit and chocolate notes of our coffee blend even more.
Cold Brewed Iced Americano
414 ml (14 oz) served black or add 400 for cold milk.
2.400
Cold Brew Bottle
77 ml (6oz) concentrate. 473 ml (16 oz) bottle.
2.600
Cold Brewed Iced Latte
414 ml (14 oz) served with ice & cold milk.
2.900

Hot Teas & Tea Lattes

Hot Teas & Tea Lattes

Tea lattes are like coffee-based lattes, they’re made by adding steamed, frothed milk and sweetener to a tea base. We use 2% milk in our teas and tea lattes. Soy or almond milk add 650.
Matcha Green Tea Latte
Boiling water with matcha powder mixed in a blender until foamy. Combined with heated milk & honey until frothy.
2.700
Herbal Teas
We have herbal teas like chamomile, peppermint, ginger, and more are known for their great flavor and medicinal properties.
1.400
Aeropress
3
Coffee Pour Over
2.5
Single Origin
3
Cafe Au Lait
3
Drip of the Day
2.5

Iced Coffee

Made with 2 oz King Kong Espresso in 443 ml (15 oz) glass. We use 2% milk. Soy or almond milk add 650.
Affogato
Double espresso over vanilla ice cream (add 700 for Mama Toucans vegano Cocolado)
2.400
Mocha Frappe
Double espresso blended with ice, milk & chocolate frappé.
3.500
Iced Americano
Served black or with touch of cold milk.
1.800
Iced Latte
Latte served with ice & cold milk.
2.500
Iced Mocha
Latte with chocolate, served over ice.
2.800
Frappe
Double espresso blended with ice, milk & vanilla frappé.
3.200

Cold Brew

Our Monkey Punch Cold Brew is cold brewed making it sweeter, smoother and less acidic. This process brings out the fruit and chocolate notes of our coffee blend even more.
Cold Brewed Iced Americano
414 ml (14 oz) served black or add 400 for cold milk.
2.400
Cold Brew Bottle
77 ml (6oz) concentrate. 473 ml (16 oz) bottle.
2.600
Cold Brewed Iced Latte
414 ml (14 oz) served with ice & cold milk.
2.900

Special Order From The Bakery

We’ve love to make birthday cakes or cupcakes to help you celebrate. Sometimes we can make them vegan or gluten free. We usually need 48 hours notice to make sure you are super-impressed. Take a look at Our Bakery.

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