Monalyssa - Point Pleasant
Monalyssa
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Mon Alyssa Restaurant and Pizzeria, owned and operated by the Alvarez family for four years, offers a unique dining experience. Chef/Owner Santos Alvarez, with over thirty years of professional cooking experience, creates mouthwatering dishes inspired by his roots in Los Reyes, Michoacán, Mexico. The restaurant features nightly specials in a casual setting, highlighting Chef Santos' renowned Pasta E Faggioli. From pizzas and subs to pasta, chicken, veal, seafood, steak, and lamb, every dish is made to order with a focus on dietary restrictions. Whether dining in or catering, patrons can enjoy live music on weekends, take out, or free local delivery. At Mon Alyssa, we take pride in using the freshest ingredients, offering exceptional cuisine at reasonable prices, all while providing top-notch service.
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I live near this restaurant, making it very convenient for me. In a town with limited vegan options, I appreciate that they offer a variety of choices for vegans, despite not being a fully vegan establishment. They frequently have vegan options on their daily specials menu. Although it may look like a small pizzeria at first glance, the dining room on the other side is actually quite pleasant. It's a fantastic option for families looking for a vegan meal, especially if dining with non-vegans, as the food is delicious for everyone.
There are no vegan restaurants in this area, so it's a treat when a restaurant offers a full vegan menu instead of just one option. I tried the 4-course meal during Jersey Shore Restaurant Week, which included vegan avocado bruschetta, salad with balsamic dressing, vegan eggplant rollatini with angel hair pasta, and a vegan raspberry tart. The avocado bruschetta was fantastic, loaded with tomatoes, avocado, onions, basil, and balsamic glaze. The eggplant rollatini was also delicious, with a generous filling of ricotta and mozzarella. However, the sauce on the angel hair pasta was a bit watery. The restaurant is small with only about 7 tables, so unfortunately, you may smell other meat dishes. The staff was attentive, but the wait time was a bit long, so it's best not to go when you're extremely hungry. I would definitely return to try their other vegan options.
The atmosphere was wonderful, allowing for quiet conversations with my guests. The food was satisfactory, and the service was attentive without making me feel rushed. The decor could use some improvement, but overall, it’s a nice place to dine.
Delicious food and a welcoming staff keep us coming back as regulars.
What a fabulous dinner! From the warm, fresh bread to begin with to the delightful coffee paired with limoncello cake, the menu offered a variety of options, including gluten-free and vegan selections. Our server, Sam, was absolutely charming.
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Vitello | Veal
Veal Parmesan De CasaVeal breaded topped + Eggplant; Marinara sauce Mozzarella cheese
$27.0 Veal Mattriciana^$32.1Seafood
Salmon Alla Nancy^Salmon baked in a white wine sauce + garlic & lemon; served over Sautéed spinach
$28.0Chicken
Chicken Cime Di Rapa^Grilled Chicken sautéed + Broccoli Rabe white Kidney beans + a lite touch of Red Crushed Pepper. (Does not include a side of pasta)
$24.0 Chicken Parmesan De CasaBreaded Chicken Cutlet topped + Eggplant; Marinara sauce Mozzarella cheese
$25.0Frutti Di Mare | Seafood
Pesce Alla Pescatore^Lobster Tail; Shrimp Clams sautéed + Mushrooms; Fresh Tomatoes garlic in a white wine sauce
$37.1
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