444 N Bumby Avenue
Orlando, FL 32803
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If you are seeking a great coffeeshop which serves vegan eats and treats, Drunken Monkey is your best bet in Orlando. This local gem is a quirky little local coffeeshop in the Milk District of downtown Orlando. The laid-back eclectic setting, great menu of organic/fair trade coffee drinks, delicious offering of soups, and tempting display of daily treats make it a must stop for a morning caffeine fix or afternoon treat.
Drunken Monkey offers an excellent selection of espresso drinks, all of which are made using fair trade-organic beans. Coffee is roasted in house, therefore, ensuring maximum freshness. They carry non-dairy milk for vegans and others who are lactose intolerant.
The Americano drinks were very good. I also liked the random mugs that they used. No 2 mugs being the same makes for an interesting experience each time. I love that I can enjoy a drink in a proper mug as opposed to a paper cup.
The tempting display of counter treats, many of which are gluten-free and/or vegan are very hard to pass up on. We tried a dairy and gluten-free brownie, which was absolutely moist and delicious. Aside from the treats, a selection of homemade soups and sandwiches are available. If the Broccoli "Cheeze" soup is on the menu during your visit, you must try it out! Even though it was vegan and gluten-free, it was the most delicious creamy version I've ever tried, so good in fact that we came back twice during our Orlando vacation, just for the soup! I also make my own version of this tasty soup at home.
They also serve a variety of lunch entrees including vegan veggie and meat based paninis, vegan and meat based bagel sandwiches. Breakfast fare includes a variety of bagel sandwiches, burritos, quiche, and biscuits with a variety of vegan friendly options. Pastries include: croissants, vegan and regular cream cheese guava pastries, and oat bars.
Drunken Monkey is the coffee shop to be in Orlando: it sure was crowded each time we visited! Despite the crowds, the staff does a great job at making the drinks and preparing the food in a timely manner.
This place is a great alternative to bland, grab and go chains. It's more of a place to sit and relax for a while, as opposed to a chain where you take your drink to go in a paper cup. Sit down on one of the comfy couches and relax while taking in the artsy decor, play a board game or skim through a book, or just chat with friends for a while.
No wonder everyone drinking coffee is always so stressed as they do not take the time to enjoy their drink! In my opinion, coffee is better enjoyed when you slowly sip it in a relaxing environment like that offered at Drunken Monkey.
I highly recommend visiting Drunken Monkey if you appreciate an eclectic coffeehouse ambiance. The experience here should please anyone who isn't afraid to deviate from the modern, bland chains so prevalent today.
A combination of quality espresso drinks, great allergy friendly pastries and entrees, interesting decor, and a cozy setting make Drunken Monkey a perfect choice for the health conscious coffee drinker who enjoys a stress-free environment. Definitely check it out if you are vegan as they offer the best menu in the city.
