The Monroe Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing The Monroe, a burgeoning dining gem situated in the heart of Tallahassee at 1327 S Monroe St Suite 5. Despite its recent opening, The Monroe has quickly captivated locals and visitors alike with an elevated atmosphere, exquisite dishes, and attentive service. The menu features tantalizing offerings like duck confit, blackened red snapper, and gluten-free options, all crafted with exceptional care.
Reviewers rave about the mix of flavors and textures, with highlights including the seasonal drink selections and mouthwatering appetizers such as fish bites and apple kale salad. The decor is unique and inviting, complemented by the appropriate acoustics and pleasing music, making it perfect for both intimate dinners and lively gatherings. With rave reviews praising both food and service, The Monroe is undoubtedly on the path to becoming a staple in the Tallahassee culinary scene. Come experience this vibrant eatery that leaves you craving more, and perhaps enjoy the acclaimed Milfly cake for dessert!
Dinner - Small & Sharable
Cloud Bread
Tangzhong milk bread, sea salt, seasonal butter
Chicken Bites
Crispy chicken pieces, southern bang sauce, chive
Gambas Al Ajillo
Grilled garlic shrimp, Calabrian chili, salsa verde, grilled sourdough
Apple Kale Salad
Baby kale, maple vinaigrette, cont butternut squash, seared apples, apple chips, buttermilk cheese, shallots, pepitas
Etouffe Fritters
Andouille, crawfish and chicken fritters, garlic shrimp remoulade, grated Parmesan, chives
Potato Fonduta
Crispy kennebec potatoes, gruyere fonduta, Proscuitto di Parma, herbs
Hoisin Glazed Mushroom Bao Buns
Hoisin glazed Hoshi Mushrooms, pickled root vegetables, cilantro
Sea Scallops
Roe Beurre Blanc, sunchoke puree, rye crumbs
Beef Tartare
Pickled green tomato, aioli, cornbread tuile, candied chili
Fugazzeta
Argentinian cheese stuffed pizza, caramelized onions, chimichurri
Revival Pickled Shrimp
Jewel's own recipe from Apalachicola
Snapper Ceviche
Miso leche de tigre, pickled purple potato, cucumber, shallot, togarashi
Hamachi Crudo
Buttermilk ponzu, strawberry, mizuna, begonia
Smoked Fish Pate
Salmon roe, ranch dusted saltines, flowers
Oysters on the Half Shell
Sourced from around the country, served with classic accompaniments.
Oysters Rockefeller
Chef's Choice
Seafood Tower
Sm (38) , Med (60), Large (140) Chef’s selection of oysters and seafood preparations
Dinner - Seafood
Dinner - Full Size
Ricotta Stuffed Agnolotti
brown butter, grilled mushrooms, confit tomato
Pasta a la Genovese
Beef & onion ragu, house fettuccine, cherry tomato, Parmesan Reggiano
Lobster Bucatini
Butter poached Maine lobster tail, bucatini pasta, Champagne grilled leek & brie cream, crispy leeks, wilted kale, chive oil
Duck Confit
Miso white beans, melted leeks, lemon, crispy duck confit, broccolini
Artichoke Rotolo
House pasta, braised artichokes, herb ricotta, bechamel, pomodoro sauce, mozzarella, parmesan
Blackened Snapper
Preserved tomato Ragu, herb and roasted root vegetable hash, pickled red onion, chive oil
Pork Tenderloin
Herb crusted & roasted, black garlic spaetzl, cast iron mushrooms, demi glace
Shish Kebab
Lamb Koe, yogurt marinated chicken Tavuk,spiced steak bonle shish. served with Ezme, grilled Lavash flatbread, haydari, saksuka, onion sumac salad, marinated olives.
Black Angus Ribeye
24 oz bone-in ribeye, cowboy butter, potatoes au gratin, roasted brussels, carrots, & butternut squash
Nashville Hot Chicken
Whole fried chicken, collard greens, rice pilaf, crispy sorghum bacon brussels, jalapeno cheddar biscuits, hot oil
Dinner - Large Format
Dinner - Dessert
Coconut Mousse Cake
Coconut mousse, toasted coconut flakes, caramelized pineapple flambe, coconut sponge cake, mango passion fruit curd, coconut shortbread crumbs
Honey Cake with Black Currants
Honey cake, sour cream, black currant confit, black currant ice cream, raspberry, crispy honeycomb, edible flowers, lemon curd
Hazelnut Cake
Hazelnut cremeux, salted caramel, caramel mousse, caramel whipped ganache, buttermilk ice cream
Apple Cake with White Chocolate Mousse and Apple Filling
Crispy sable tart with almond flour, dark chocolate, milk chocolate, caramel custard, caramelized pecans, orange curd sauce.
Ice Cream Trio
Black currant ice cream, Buttermilk ice cream, Coffee ice cream
Croissant Monkey Bread
Cinnamon sugar tossed & glazed with espresso cream cheese icing
General Tso's Fried Oysters
Cornmeal fried oysters tossed in a spicy general tso's sauce, chive
Breads & Spreads
Assorted breads, honey butter, house jams & preserves
Breakfast Sliders
Brioche bun, aged cheddar, egg, bacon, chive, parmesan
Fugazzeta
Argentinian cheese stuffed pizza, caramelized onions, chimichurri
Brunch - Small & Sharable
Brunch - Full Size
Breakfast Platter
Two eggs any way with heirloom grits and crispy potato wedges, bacon or sausage, and fruit
Eggs Benedict
Toasted focaccia, Mortadella, fresh spinach, grilled tomato, poached eggs, hollandaise, choice of cheese grits or crispy potato wedges
Garden Omelet
Selection of seasonal vegetables, choice of cheese, choice of cheese grits or crispy potato wedges, bacon or sausage
Monroe Omelet
Crispy Mortadella, grilled onion, confit tomatoes, spinach, choice of cheese, choice of cheese grits or potato wedges, bacon or sausage
Biscuit & Gravy Sandwich
Cathead drop biscuits, house ground sausage gravy, fried chicken, aged cheddar cheese, grilled tomato, choice of cheese grits or crispy potato wedges
PB&J Stuffed French Toast
Brioche, honey whipped mascarpone, seasonal compote, bacon or sausage
Avocado Toast with Pickled Shrimp
Toasted sourdough bread, two poached eggs, smashed avocado, confit tomatoes, revival pickled shrimp, fresh herbs
Breakfast Bowl
Home fries, fresh avocado, medium boiled egg, sauteed greens, crispy potato wedges, cotija, pico de gallo, grilled sourdough
Duck Confit Ramen
Ramen broth, Sun noodles, soft scrambled eggs, crispy duck confit, scallion, pickled vegetable
Oklahoma Onion Smash Burger
Brioche bun, traditional prime beef smash burger with caramelized onions, southern bang sauce, American cheese, pickles, sliced tomato. Add grilled jalapenos 1
Snapper Sandwich
Brioche bun, southern bang sauce, pickled green tomatoes, Gem lettuce, grilled onion
Chicken Milanese Sandwich
Focaccia, roasted garlic parmesan aioli, confit tomatoes, Parmesan, lemon dressed arugula
Tuna Salad Sandwich
Milkbread, grilled Tuna salad, Gem lettuce, avocado, sliced tomato, salt and vinegar kettle chips
Brunch - Lunch
Brunch - Large Format
Steak and Eggs
Prime tenderloin, crispy potato wedges, hollandaise, poached eggs, crispy shallots, dressed green salad
Breakfast Tacos
Flour tortillas, soft scrambled eggs, chorizo, pico de gallo, crispy potato wedges, salsa, grilled corn salsa, smoked jalapenos, cotija
Chicken Waffles
Crispy waffles, buttermilk fried chicken thighs, fresh fruit, honey butter, spicy hot honey, whipped mascarpone