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    The Monica 40 E Congress St

    40 E Congress St

    Tucson, AZ 85701


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    All Day Menu
    Specials
    Monica's Bakery
    Breakfast Menu
    Kids Menu
    Dessert Menu
    UA Athletics Meal Prep
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    Featured Items

    • The City Bowl

      wild rice, avocado, roasted brussels, pink onion, mango & fresno glaze
    • Barrio Goddess Salad

      red leaf & mixed greens, homemade focaccia croutons, avocado, heirloom tomato, corn salsa, cucumber, pink onion, & cotija cheese
      $12.95
    • The Sunset Salad

      finally, a chopped salad to cheer about! fresh avocado, chickpea, cucumber, butternut squash, peppers, corn salsa, cilantro, poblano, onion, feta, chimichurri goddess & lime zest
      $13.95

    NA Beverage Menu

    Fountain Drinks

    Pepsi products | lemonades | iced tea
    • Fountain Drink

      22 oz
      $3.00
    • XL Fountain Drink

      $3.50

    Coffee & Espresso

    • Coffee Bar

      Four Leaf Roasters Drip Coffee
      $3.75
    • 4-Leaf AZ Cold Brew

      $4.50
    • Matcha Tea Latte

      served hot or iced
      $6.00
    • Milk 16oz. Cup

      $2.95
    • Espresso

      savaya espresso
      $4.00
    • Dulce de leche Macchiato

      Made with savaya espresso beans
      $6.00
    • Chai Tea Latte

      $5.00
    • Cafe Tucsano

      savaya espresso, vanilla, & la lechera
      $7.00
    • Vanilla Vida

      espresso, almond milk, mexican vanilla
      $7.50
    • The Flin Mocha

      double savaya espresso, la lechera, Ibarra cocoa
      $6.00
    • Mexican Hot Chocolate

      $4.50
    • Prickly Pear Matcha

      $7.00
    • Cappuccino

      Made with savaya espresso beans
      $4.50
    • Latte

      Made with savaya espresso beans
      $4.50
    • El Americano

      Made with savaya espresso beans
      $4.00
    • Holiday Spice Latte

      OUT OF STOCK
      $7.00
    • Lavender Matcha Latte

      $7.00
    • Orange Juice 16oz. cup

      $3.00

    Bottled / Canned Drinks

    • Tropicana Orange Juice

      Tropicana Pure Premium Homestyle Orange Juice - 12oz
      $3.00
    • Tropicana Apple Juice

      $3.00
    • Celsius- Peach Green Tea

      $5.00
    • Celsius- Peach Vibe

      $5.00
    • Celsius- Tropical Vibe

      $5.00
    • Red Bull

      $4.00
    • Sugar Free Red Bull

      $4.00
    • Charro Water Bottle

      16.9 oz
      $2.00
    • Saratoga Still Water

      $4.00
    • Gatorade Zero- Glacier Cherry

      $3.50
    • Gatorade- Glacier Freeze

      $3.50
    • Pepsi

      $3.00
    • Diet Pepsi

      $3.00
    • Starry

      $3.00
    • Poppi Raspberry Rose

      12z can
      $3.00
    • Poppi Strawberry Lemon

      12z can
      $3.00
    • Poppi Orange

      12z can
      $3.00
    • Poppi Grape

      12z can
      OUT OF STOCK
      $3.00
    • Poppi Alpine Blast

      12z can
      $3.00
    • Poppi Watermelon

      12z can
      $3.00

    Hot Tea

    • Hot Tea

      $4.00

    Smoothies & Yogurt

    • Green Dolphin

      almond milk, pea protein, vanilla, spinach, agave, & spirulina
      OUT OF STOCK
      $7.95
    • Mango Tango

      oj, mango puree, coconut milk, tajín, pineapple, banana, turmeric, & ginger
      OUT OF STOCK
      $7.95
    • The Wildcat

      mixed berries, beet powder, orange juice, agave & fresh mint
      OUT OF STOCK
      $7.95
    • Tumamocker

      OUT OF STOCK
      $7.95
    • Banana Shake

      $7.95
    • The Spa Bowl

      $7.95

    All Day Menu

    Shareables

    • Savory Sweet Potato Fries

      rosemary & shaved parmesan with avocado citrus aioli
      $8.95
    • Chef's Charcuterie

      our chef curated boards include gourmet deli meats & cheese, homemade breads, veggies, preserves & more
      $19.95
    • Calamari

      lightly fried calamari, shaved jalapeño, lemon, & arugula with marinara & homemade chipotle aioli
      $16.95
    • Mini Chimis Banderas

      green chile cheddar chimis in red, green, & homemade béchamel queso sauces
      $14.95
    • Keto Chicken Skewers

      artichoke, peppers, zucchini, olive tapenade, & goddess sauce
      $15.95
    • Brussels & Carne Seca

      brussels tossed with el charro carne seca, queso cotija & lime zest
      $17.95
    • Just Brussels

      Brussels, cotija cheese and lime zest
      $10.95
    • Apple Walnut Bacon Brussels

      crispy brussels, applewood bacon, bleu cheese
      $14.95
    • Spinach & Artichoke Dip

      spinach & artichoke béchamel queso, bread chips, & house salsa
      $13.95
    • Cubano Club Sliders

      trio of carnitas, mustard grilled ham, pickles & sea salt pretzel sliders
      $13.95
    • 7/11 Wings - 7 Count

      choice of agave-tapatio or prickly pear BBQ sauce
      $12.95
    • 7/11 Wings - 11 Count

      choice of agave-tapatio or prickly pear BBQ sauce
      $17.95
    • Whipped Feta & Honey

      whipped feta, picante honey, olive oil, toasted pepita, & homemade pocket bread
      $13.95

    Salads

    • Barrio Goddess Salad

      red leaf & mixed greens, homemade focaccia croutons, avocado, heirloom tomato, corn salsa, cucumber, pink onion, & cotija cheese
      $12.95
    • Chipotle Caesar Salad

      romaine, sun dried tomato, chipotle caesar, parmesan & focaccia croutons
      $12.95
    • The Sunset Salad

      finally, a chopped salad to cheer about! fresh avocado, chickpea, cucumber, butternut squash, peppers, corn salsa, cilantro, poblano, onion, feta, chimichurri goddess & lime zest
      $13.95
    • Spinach & Fig

      fresh spinach, dried fig, glazed pecans, butternut squash, red onion, maple-apple vinaigrette, goat cheese & quinoa
      $13.95
    • Salad Of the Season

      OUT OF STOCK
      $13.95

    Entrees

    • Seared Ahi Tostada

      seared ahi, guacamole, fresh napa greens, blue corn tostadas, fresno chile, carrot, edamame, & ginger soy dressing
      $18.95
    • The City Bowl

      wild rice, avocado, roasted brussels, pink onion, mango & fresno glaze
    • A Real Chipotle Bowl

      cilantro white rice & black beans, guacamole, peppers, queso fresco, pico corn salsa, and real chipotle crema
    • Freebird Chicken & Fries

      crispy chicken tenders, sauces, & french fries
      $15.95
    • Win In Rome

      rigatoni noodle, prosciutto & italian sausage, shaved parmesan, olive oil, basil, rosemary, broccolini, & sun-dried tomato
      $18.95
    • Far East Noodle

      lo mein & crispy rice noodle, soy ginger sauce, peppers, scallion, sesame, & edamame
    • Tortellini Pasta & Sage

      three cheese tortellini pasta sauteed with brown butter & sage crème sauce with black pepper & sage leaf frito
      $16.95
    • Steak & Frites

      pan seared new york* with house made chimichurri, savory rosemary parmesan sweet potato frites, & avocado aioli
      $22.95
    • Cedar Roasted Salmon

      agave-glazed cedar plank salmon, roasted corn & quinoa salad with butternut squash & micro cilantro greens
      $22.95
    • Your Favorite Chicken

      scaloppine chicken cutlets, french pan sauce with capers, cracked pepper, crispy arugula frito & mixed herbs
      $16.95
    • A Cheap Date

      chipotle caesar salad to share, warm focaccia bread board with olive tapenade & fig jam, & savory sweet potato fries
      $19.95

    Sandwich Boards

    • Spicy Chicken Sandwich

      crispy chicken, brioche, hot honey slaw, charro sauce, fresno chile, & cornichon pickles
      $16.95
    • Chicken Pesto Sandwich

      house focaccia or baguette, mozzarella, spinach, fresh basil, cilantro pesto aioli, & roasted sweet peppers
      $16.95
    • Tucson Beefsteak

      shaved new york*, baguette, grilled onion & mild peppers, provolone, horseradish mayo, & ancho au’jus
      $18.95
    • Spanish Steps

      house focaccia, shaved prosciutto, ham, mortadella, fresh burrata, pistachio pesto, fig preserve & arugula
      $17.95
    • Turkey BLT

      homemade croissant, turkey, bacon, rosemary avocado aioli, l.t.o.
      $15.95
    • Grilled Cheese and Soup

      triple cheese, house bread, choice of pantry soup, side, or house salad
      $14.95

    Responsible Burgers

    • The Jules

      homemade focaccia, swiss, grilled onion, arugula, & dijon mayo
      $17.95
    • The Impala

      brioche bun, bbq sauce, billionaire bacon, crispy onion, & cheddar
      $17.95
    • Corner Market

      brioche bun, american cheese, charro sauce, pickle, L.T.O.
      $16.95
    • Very Responsible Burger

      vegan shiitake & pea protein burger, brioche, vegan cheese, sauce, L.T.O., & grilled onion
      $17.95

    Handmade Pizzettas

    • Cheese Pizzetta

      asiago, parmesan, fontina, provolone, mozzarella & red sauce
      $13.95
    • Pepperoni Pizzetta

      house red sauce | mozzarella | pepperoni
      $15.95
    • La Margherita Pizzetta

      heirloom tomato, basil, mozzarella & marinara
      $13.95
    • Spicy Chicken Pizzetta

      buffalo sauce, mozzarella, red onion & ranch
      $16.95
    • The Charrovida Pizzetta

      vegan mozzarella, marinara, chickpea chorizo, mushroom, sautéed onion, red & green bell peppers, fresh herbs, & cilantro
      $17.95
    • Meat at the Monica Pizzetta

      red sauce, mozzarella, sausage, pepperoni, meatball, ham, bacon , & salami
      $17.95
    • Carne Seca Blanca Pizzetta

      el charro carne seca, four cheese, poblano grilled onion, & sautéed mushroom
      $18.95
    • Quesabirria Overkill Pizzetta

      béchamel cheese, beef birria, red onion & chipotle ranch
      $17.95
    • Prickly Pear BBQ Pizzetta

      prickly pear bbq chicken, mozzarella, cilantro, & pink onion
      $16.95
    • Sausage n' shroom Pizzetta

      italian sausage, sauteed mushroom, pistachio crema, mozzarella, garlic sauce, basil, olive oil gremolata
      $17.95
    • The G.O.A.T Pizzetta

      goat cheese, fig, rosemary, arugula & balsamic
      $16.95

    Pantry

    • Soup Bowl- Tomato Basil

      choice of house-made corn bread or focaccia
      $10.95
    • Soup Bowl- Beef Chili

      choice of house-made corn bread or focaccia
      $10.95
    • Soup Bowl- Clam Chowder

      choice of house-made corn bread or focaccia
      $10.95
    • Soup Bowl- Chicken Noodle

      choice of house-made corn bread or focaccia
      $10.95
    • Soup Cup- Tomato Basil

      gluten-free
      $5.95
    • Soup Cup- Beef Chili

      $5.95
    • Soup Cup- Chicken Noodle

      $5.95
    • Soup Cup- Clam Chowder

      $5.95

    Sides

    • Side French Fries

      choice of dipping sauces
      $5.95
    • Side Sweet Potato Fries

      served with ketchup
      $6.95
    • Side Salad

      mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, burgundy vinaigrette
      $5.95
    • Side Caesar Salad

      $5.95
    • Side Grilled Chicken

      $6.95
    • Side Chips & Guac

      $12.95
    • Side Salmon

      citrus gremolata- 4oz
      $9.95
    • Side Shrimp

      achiote marinated shrimp
      $7.95
    • Side Pocket Bread

      house-made
      $3.00
    • Side of Cornbread

      house-made, gluten free
      OUT OF STOCK
      $3.95
    • Side Focaccia

      $3.95
    • Side Tamale

      $5.95
    • Pantry- Fruit Cup

      seasonal fruit
      $2.95
    • Side Mac & Cheese

      $4.95
    • Full Size Mac and Cheese

      $8.95
    • Side Steak

      $9.95
    • Side of Cilantro Lime Rice

      $3.95
    • Pantry- Triple Berries

      strawberry, blueberry, blackberry
      $4.95

    Specials

    Food Specials

    • Focaccia Pizza

      $5.00

    Monica's Bakery

    Pastries & Baked Goods

    • Croissant- Almond

      $5.25
    • Croissant- Berries and Cream

      $5.50
    • Croissant- Chocolate

      $5.25
    • Croissant- Cookie Butter Crunch

      $5.50
    • Pop Tart- Strawberry

      $4.95
    • Croissant- Chunky Monkey

      $5.50

    Breakfast Menu

    Breakfast Entrees

    • 40 East Breakfast

      double egg*, choice of bacon or andouille sausage, with breakfast potatoes, & super seed toast or corn tortillas GF
      $14.95
    • Avocado Toast

      house-baked multigrain toast, avocado, tomato, queso cotija, pepitas, olive oil, arugula & balsamic
      $14.95
    • Breakfast Burrito

      egg, local tortilla, cheese, breakfast potatoes & salsa
      $10.00
    • MC Monica Sandwich

      toasted english muffin, fried egg*, ham or sausage, american cheese & house potatoes
      $12.95
    • Smok'd Salmon Toast

      Avocado, citrus, crème cheese & capers
      $18.95
    • Steak & Eggs Skillet

      ny strip steak*, two eggs any style*, potatoes, refried beans, chipotle crema & sauteed peppers
      $22.95
    • Vanilla Bean Pancakes

      manzanilla-maple syrup, horchata whipped creme.
      $13.95

    Breakfast Sides

    • Single Pancake

      $7.95
    • Side of Breakfast Sausage

      $3.95
    • Side of Breakfast Potatoes

      $4.95
    • Side of One Egg

      $3.95
    • Side of Two Eggs

      $5.95
    • Side Tamale

      $5.95
    • Side Plain Croissant

      $3.95
    • Side of Avocado

      $2.95
    • Side of Bacon

      $3.95
    • Side of Chickpea Chorizo [PB]

      $4.25
    • Side of Toast

      house-made seeded loaf
      $1.95

    Kids Menu

    • Kids Focaccia Cheese Pizza

      $9.95
    • Cheeseburger on Brioche

      $9.95
    • Grilled Cheese on Sourdough

      $9.95
    • Half Freebird Chicken Tenders & Fries

      $9.95
    • Kids Mac & Cheese

      $9.95
    • Spaghetti & Meatballs

      $9.95
    • One Pancake, Egg & Bacon

      $9.95

    Dessert Menu

    Desserts

    • Cafe de la Olla Tiramisu

      orange and clove coffee dipped maría cookies & homemade custard
      $6.00
    • Charro Vanilla Tres Leches

      rotating recipes – inquire
      $6.00
    • Cookies n Cream Pudding

      $6.00
    • Limoncello Tiramisu

      $6.00
    • Mexican Chocolate Mocha Tres Leches

      $6.00
    • Strawberry Horchata Tres Leches

      $6.00
    • Banana Party

      mom’s banana pudding with vanilla wafer cookie & whipped crème
      $6.00
    • The Ticket Cake

      double chocolate cake with chocolate ganache and crème sugar center
      $7.00

    Sweet Tooth

    • Warm Horchata Cinnamon Roll

      OUT OF STOCK
      $8.95

    UA Athletics Meal Prep

    UA Athletics Men

    • Meal Prep- Chicken

      1 lb. of Chicken | Chef's Choice preparation | Rotates Weekly
      $25.00
    • Meal Prep- Steak

      12 oz. of Steak | Chef's Choice preparation | Rotates Weekly
      $30.00
    • Meal Prep- Salmon

      12 oz. Salmon | Chef's Choice preparation | Rotates Weekly
      $30.00
    • Meal Prep- Ground Beef

      1 lb. of Ground Beef | Chef's Choice Preparation | Rotates Weekly
      $25.00
    • Meal Prep- Shrimp

      12 oz. of Shrimp | Chef's Choice Preparation | Rotates Weekly
      $30.00
    • Meal Prep- Pork

      1 lb. of Pork | Chef's Choice Preparation | Rotates Weekly
      $25.00

    Side Caesar Salad

    $5.95
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    We'll do our best to accommodate special requests but may not be able to honor all substitutes. Extra charges may apply.
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    All hours
    Sunday8:00 am - 7:30 pm
    Monday10:00 am - 7:30 pm
    Tuesday10:00 am - 7:30 pm
    Wednesday10:00 am - 7:30 pm
    Thursday10:00 am - 7:30 pm
    Friday10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Saturday8:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Restaurant info

    Welcome to The Monica, downtown Tucson’s newest dining experience for fresh and fast breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch, and any other time in between. The Monica was inspired by our legendary Tia Monica Flin who always said that food made with love is the best kind of food, and our kitchen works just the way she would have wanted it; always having something ready to eat or having the ingredients to make it for you.

    Location

    40 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701

    Directions