Monroe's Restaurant Mac and Cheese Bites Price

Monroe's Restaurant's Mac and Cheese Bites are a savory appetizer topped with both a sriracha and a truffle aioli. Priced between $9.00 and $12.00, this starter offers a modern American comfort food option on the restaurant's predominantly New Mexican menu. Customers praise the restaurant's appetizers for being flavorful and well-prepared.

The appetizer is made from macaroni and cheese that is formed into bites, breaded, and deep-fried until golden. It is finished with a drizzle of two distinct sauces, a spicy sriracha and a rich, savory truffle aioli. An order of the Mac and Cheese Bites contains 920 calories.

As a shareable starter, the dish's gourmet toppings provide a different experience from other restaurant versions. For example, the Mac & Cheese Bites at The Cheesecake Factory are served with a traditional marinara sauce, whereas Monroe's uses a dual aioli topping for a spicier and richer flavor profile.

Monroe's Restaurant was founded in 1962 by Monroe and Celie Gentry in Old Town Albuquerque. What began as a small drive-in with only four stools grew into a local institution beloved for its New Mexican cuisine and welcoming service. Now run by the founders' son, the restaurant has expanded to two locations in Albuquerque, continuing its legacy of serving the community for over 60 years.