Monalyssa - Point Pleasant

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 vegan... read more 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 du... read more 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 food was delicious as always. Their new vegan options is a great added feature to an already excellent menu. The service is always fantastic as well read more The food was delicious as always. Their new vegan options is a great added feature to an already excellent menu. The service is always fantastic as well

Delicious food and a welcoming staff keep us coming back as regulars. read more Delicious food and a welcoming staff keep us coming back as regulars.

The atmosphere was wonderful, allowing for quiet conversations with my guests. The food was satisfactory, and the service was attentive without making me feel r... read more 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.