Jason M.
Yelp
I stumbled upon Mon Amour though Yelp a couple of years back; the place looked like something I would be interested in so I bookmarked it to try. The issue is I don't venture to the west side of the Bronx too often, which I'm kind of mad at myself for because there really seems to be a plethora of creative eateries in these neighborhoods (I think I smell a New Year's resolution brewing). Anyway, I'm on staycation this week so I *finally* told myself I would venture over and experience Mon Amour.
Mon Amour is conveniently located at the corner of 238th and Broadway under the 1 train. Parking can prove to be difficult, but if you don't mind walking a block or two it's fine. The space itself isn't big - walking in there's a counter to order surrounded by a few spots to sit. The aesthetics were *perfect* - really everything I expected it to be. It had that contemporary, coffeehouse feel while also being intimate and giving off a warm aura. The tables were arranged to maximize the space, and the full frontal windows looking out to the street gave it a bright touch.
The menu has a little bit of everything - breakfast items, baked goods, salads, paninis, and flatbreads. Plus, they have a number of beverages one would expect to find at a coffeehouse. I'm sure they have wine (hence the name) but I didn't notice/wasn't looking for it. Since I was there around lunch, I decided to try one of their flatbreads - the chicken with pesto, cheese, roasted red pepper, and feta. This was quite good - the crust was super thin which I appreciated and each component shined with out the flavors overpowering each other. I also ordered a hot chai latte which I really enjoyed. The flavor was smooth, and it was topped with a lot of cinnamon which complemented the chai well. Service was great throughout my experience - everyone was friendly and prompt.
Overall, Mon Amour is a total yes for me. The aesthetics, food, and service really make for a nice place to grab a bite or a sip. I'm glad I finally got to stop by, and will definitely be back.