Merengue Bakery & Cafe – Monrovia, CA: Hours, Menu & Directions

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417 S Myrtle Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016

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Address417 S Myrtle Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016

Phone(626) 358-5650

StyleCuban bakery

CountyLos Angeles County

Time zonePacific Time

From city center0.6 mi northeast

Wheelchair accessYes

About Merengue Bakery & Cafe

Merengue Bakery & Cafe is a Cuban bakery at 417 S Myrtle Ave, roughly 0.6 mi from downtown Monrovia, heading northeast. You will also find it under bakery cafés in our directory.

It is one of 7 bakeries and sweet shops we list in Monrovia, which works out to one bakery per 5,398 residents. Nearest alternative: Christy's Donuts at 408 W Foothill Blvd, 0.5 mi away.

Hours were not published with this listing. Most Cuban bakerys in Monrovia open in the early morning, but phoning (626) 358-5650 first is a good idea.

The listing mentions outdoor seating. Wheelchair users should find step-free access.

Services and amenities

Outdoor seating

At a glance

Listed as	Cuban bakery and Bakery café
Bakeries in Monrovia	7
Nearest bakery	0.5 mi

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What to order

Typical items at a Cuban bakery like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

Full menu

Pastelitos

Pastelito de CocoPuff pastry wrapped around a moist shredded coconut filling cooked with sugar, chewy and fragrant inside golden layers.
Pastelito de PolloPastry filled with shredded chicken stewed in a light tomato sofrito, glazed so each bite is both sweet and savory.
Pastelito de GuayabaRectangular puff pastry filled with sticky guava paste and brushed with simple syrup, flaky and shiny with a tart, floral sweetness.
Pastelito de Guayaba y QuesoGuava paste paired with sweetened cream cheese in a crackly, glazed pastry shell, balancing fruity tang with mellow richness.

Croquetas y Bocaditos

Croqueta de JamónCylinders of creamy ham béchamel, breaded and fried to a crunchy shell; eaten whole or pressed into Cuban bread.
Croqueta de PolloA chicken version of the classic croqueta, with a smooth filling of shredded chicken and béchamel inside crisp breadcrumbs.
Papa RellenaA ball of mashed potato stuffed with beef picadillo, breaded and deep-fried; crisp outside, fluffy and well-seasoned inside.
Empanada de PicadilloA crimped turnover filled with ground beef simmered in sofrito with raisins and green olives, fried until the dough blisters and crackles.

Panes y Sándwiches

Pan CubanoA long, light loaf with a thin, crackly crust and airy crumb, traditionally made with lard and scored down its top.
Pan SuaveA soft, slightly sweet egg bread with a golden crust, used for medianoche sandwiches and for toasting.
Tostada CubanaA length of Cuban bread split, buttered generously, and pressed flat on a hot plancha until crisp; meant for dunking into café con leche.
Sándwich CubanoRoast pork, sweet ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and yellow mustard on Cuban bread, pressed until the crust crackles and the cheese melts.

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Guava pastry (29161821558) — illustrative photo — Illustrative photo

Guava and Cheese Pastry Miami — illustrative photo — Illustrative photo

Red bean pastry with green tea frosting, strawberry guava pastelito, char siu croissant, and croissant with blackberry and pistachio filling - San Francisco, CA — illustrative photo — Illustrative photo

Havana - Cuba - 0508 — illustrative photo — Illustrative photo

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Questions about Merengue Bakery & Cafe

What are Merengue Bakery & Cafe's hours?

We have not verified a weekly schedule for Merengue Bakery & Cafe yet. Call (626) 358-5650 to confirm before visiting.

Where is Merengue Bakery & Cafe located?

Merengue Bakery & Cafe is at 417 S Myrtle Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.

What is the phone number for Merengue Bakery & Cafe?

The listed phone number is (626) 358-5650.

What should I order at Merengue Bakery & Cafe?

As a Cuban bakery, typical picks include Pastelito de Coco, Pastelito de Pollo, Croqueta de Jamón, and Croqueta de Pollo. See the full menu page for more.

What other bakeries are near Merengue Bakery & Cafe?

Nearby options include Christy's Donuts (0.5 mi), AM Donut and Yogurt (0.5 mi), and Panera Bread (0.8 mi).