Cafecito Menu

$Cuban, Cafe

215 E Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60611

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Specialty Salads
- Palmacate (Chestnut / Fullerton)
  Mixed greens, hearts of palm, avocado, tomato, cucumber, parsley, mint, citrus dressing. Available at the Calabasas location as well.
  $13.79
- Chopped Salad
  Iceburg, hearts of palm, red onion, kalamata olives, garbanzo beans, corn, tomato, pepperoncinis, house vinaigrette
  $13.49
- Arugula Salad
  Baby arugula, fresh mozzarella, red onion, tomato, red wine vinaigrette
  $13.49
- Exotica Salad
  Grilled shrimp, spinach, corn, hearts of palm, red onions, avocado, tomato, lemon vinaigrette
  $15.99
- Fresca
  Mixed greens, avocado, tomato, red onions, cilantro, queso fresco, balsamic gaze, red wine vinaigrette
  $13.79
- Shrimp Ceviche
  Mixed greens, shrimp, tomato, corn, avocado, red onion, celery, lime, rocoto pepper, tortilla.
  $13.79
- Pollo Milanesa (Chestnut / Fullerton)
  Breaded chicken breast, house spices, house salad.
  $15.99
Cafe Salads
- Pasta Salad
- Caprese Salad
- Red Potato Salad
- Roasted Red Peppers
- Hearts Of Palm Salad
- Tuna And Olive Salad
- Black Bean Salad
- Jalapeño Hummus
- Assorted Olives
- Eggplant Salad
Soup & Sides & Starters
- Cuban Black Bean Soup
  8 oz $3.50 | 16 oz $4.99
- Caldo Gallego Soup
  8 oz $4.00 | 16 oz $5.99 • White beans onions, spinach, ham, potato, Spanish chorizo, broth.
- Crema De Pollo (Cream Of Chicken Soup) (Chestnut/Fullerton)
  8 oz $4.00 | 16 oz $5.99 • Chicken, corn, celery, onion, red pepper, bacon, cream.
- White Rice & Black Beans
  8 oz $3.49 | 16 oz $4.99
- White Rice
  8 oz $3.00 | 16 oz $4.50
- Yuca Frita (Chestnut / Fullerton)
  Available at the Calabasas location as well
  $5.99
- Tostones (Chestnut / Fullerton)
  Available at the Calabasas location as well
  $4.99
- Maduros
  $3.49
- Maraquitas (Chestnut / Fullerton)
  $5.49
- Croquettes De Jamon (Chestnut / Fullerton)
  $4.49
- Nachos Cubanos (Chestut / Fullerton)
  Plantain chips, mango pico de gallo, mojo sour cream, guacamole.
  $8.99
- Proveletta En Plato
  Grilled provolone cheese, roasted red peppers, chimichurri sauce.
  $9.49
Pressed Sandwiches
- Cubano
  Roasted pork, ham, Swiss, pickles, mustard.
  $11.99
- Palomilla
  Steak, grilled onions, tomato, lettuce, shoestring potatoes.
  $12.79
- Chimichurri
  Chicken $11.79 | Steak $12.29 • Chicken or steak, tomato, chimichurri sauce.
  $12.29
- Pollo Arugula
  Chicken, tomato, red onion, arugula, citrus mayo.
  $12.29
- Pavo
  Turkey breast, bacon, tomato, lettuce, avocado mayo.
  $11.49
- Jerk
  Caribbean spices, marinated chicken, lettuce, tomato, red onion, habanero lime mayo.
  $12.29
- Guava-Q
  Roasted pork or chicken, caramelized onions, guava BBQ sauce, jicama slaw (orange, pineapple, jicama, parsley)
  $12.29
- Chivito
  Steak, ham, bacon, fried egg, mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, onion, citrus mayo.
  $12.99
- Ropa Vieja
  Slow roasted skirt steak, sweet plantains, black beans, tomato creole sauce.
  $12.79
- Proveletta
  Grilled provolone cheese, roasted red peppers, chimichurri sauce.
  $9.99
- Margarita
  Tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil, balsamic glaze.
  $10.99
- Jardin
  Eggplant, roasted peppers, mozzarella, mushroom, arugula, jalapeño hummus.
  $11.79
- Lechon
  Roasted pork, tomato, arugula, grilled onions.
  $11.79
- Choripan
  Argentine chorizo, grilled onions, chimichurri sauce.
  $11.99
- Pollo Chipotle
  Chicken, basil, tomato, mozzarella, chipotle mayo.
  $12.29
- Atun
  Tuna, lettuce, tomato, red onion, citrus mayo, kalamata olives, roasted peppers.
  $12.29
- Jamon
  Ham, Swiss, roasted pepper, herb aioli.
  $10.99
- Elveez
  Sweet plantains, guava jam, peanut butter.
  $9.49
- Timba
  Guava, Swiss cheese.
  $6.49
- Tilapia Criolla
  Grilled tilapia, tomato, lettuce, cilantro lime mayo, salsa criolla (red onion, lime, cilantro, rocoto)
  $12.79
- El Toro
  Grilled chicken, Mexican chorizo, tomato, Swiss, chimichurri.
  $12.29
- Mar Y Tierra
  Spanish chorizo, shrimp, tomato, onion, arugala, citrus garlic aioli.
  $12.79
- Borracho
  Shrimp, tomato, jalapeno, chipotle aioli, Latin slaw.
  $12.79
- La Costa
  Turkey, mozzarella, chipotle aioli, arugala, avocado, roasted peppers.
  $11.99
- El Fuego
  Jerk roasted pork, bell peppers, onions, mozzarella.
  $12.29
Combos
- Combo
  Add chips & 16oz soft drink.
  $2.79
- Black Bean Soup Combo
  Black bean & 16oz soft drink.
  $4.99
- Caldo Gallego Soup Combo
  Caldo gallego soup & 16oz soft drink.
  $5.79
- Cafe Salad Combo
  Cafe salad & 16oz soft drink.
  $4.99
Platters
- Palomilla
  Thinly sliced steak, grilled onions, raw onions, parsley, lime juice, mojo.
  $17.49
- Tilapia Criolla
  Grilled tilapia with salsa criolla (red onion, lime, cilantro, rocoto)
  $17.49
- Lechon
  Roasted pork, grilled onions, raw onions, parsley, lime juice, mojo.
  $16.99
- Ropa Vieja
  Slow roasted skirt steak, onions, bell peppers, garlic, tomato creole sauce.
  $17.49
- Pollo Chimichurri
  Grilled chicken breast with chimichurri sauce.
  $16.99
- Steak Chimichurri
  Thinly sliced steak, tomato, chimichurri sauce.
  $17.49
- GuavaQ Chicken
  Grilled chicken, caramelized onions, guava BBQ sauce, jicama slaw (orange, pineapple, jicama, parsley)
  $16.99
- GuavaQ Pork
  Roasted pork, caramelized onions, guava BBQ sauce, jicama slaw (orange, pineapple, jicama, parsley)
  $16.99
- Mojo Shrimp
  Grilled shrimp, citrus garlic mojo, red onions, parsley, tomato.
  $17.49
- Vaca Frita (Chestnut / Fullerton)
  Pan fried braised beef, bell peppers, onions, sherry wine, lime juice. Available at the Calabasas location as well.
  $17.49
- Corteza Del Mar (Chestnut / Fullerton)
  Plantain crusted tilapia, mango fried rice, sauteed spinach, red onion.
  $17.49
- Mojo Pescado (Chestnut / Fullerton)
  Sauteed tilapia, tomato, red onion, parsley, citrus garlic mojo. Available at the Calabasas location as well.
  $17.49
- Saltado (Chestnut / Fullerton)
  Steak, tomato, onions, bell peppers, yucca, soy sauce, vinegar, rice and beans. Available at the Calabasas location as well.
  $17.49
- El Fuego Platillo
  Jerk roasted pork, bell peppers, onions, rice and beans.
  $16.99
- Cafechera (Calabasas Location Only)
  Cuban Coffee, rubbed steak and shrimp and grilled onions
  $18.49
- El Doraro (Calabasas Location Only)
  Seabass, Rum, Butter, mojo, mint, red peppers, rice, spinach, tostones
  $18.49
Vegan Specialties
- Sabor Imposible Sandwicha
  Available at All Cafes | Beyond meat, vegan cheese, spinach, onion, pickle, tomato, vegan chipotle mayo.
  $12.99
- Vegan Pan Con Bistec Sandwich
  Available at All Cafes | Beyond meat, onions, tomato, shoestring potatoes, lettuce, mojo.
  $12.99
- Vegan Provoletta Sandwich
  Available at All Cafes | Vegan cheese, roasted red peppers, chimichurri.
  $9.99
- Vegan Vaca Frita Platillo
  Available at All Cafes | Beyond meat, bell peppers, onions, sherry wine, lime juice, rice and beans, plantains.
  $17.49
- Vegan Saltado Platillo (Chestnut / Fullerton)
  Beyond meat, tomato, onions, bell peppers, yucca, soy sauce, vinegar, rice and beans. Available at the Calabasas location as well.
  $17.49
- Mixto Vegano Platillo
  Available at All Cafes | Beyond meat, rice and beans, yucca, parsley, tomato, chimichurri.
  $17.49
- El Huevon Breakfast Sandwich (Chestnut / Fullerton)
  Just Egg, Beyond Sausage, chimichurri, guacamole.
  $13.99
- La Playa Sandwich (Chestnut / Fullerton)
  Special | Beyond Sausage, mojo, chimichurri, roasted red peppers, spinach, vegan cheese, vegan chipotle mayo.
  $12.99
- Salsichon Platillo (Chestnut / Fullerton)
  Beyond Sausage, mojo, grilled peppers, onions, tomato, tostones, rice, black beans. Available at the Calabasas location as well.
  $17.49
- Vegan Pan De Havana (Chestnut / Fullerton)
  Avocado toast, Just Egg, mango, tomato, balsamic glaze.
  $14.99
Breakfast Platillos
- El Gringo
  Two fried eggs, bacon, tater tots.
  $11.49
- Pobrecito
  Two fried eggs over rice and beans, fried plantains.
  $11.49
- Espanola
  Two fried eggs, Spanish chorizo, potatoes, spinach, onions.
  $15.29
- Guajiro
  Two ham croquettes, two fried eggs, rice and beans, chimichurri.
  $14.99
- Cubanismo
  Mexican chorizo, bell peppers, onions over tater tots topped with two fried eggs.
  $15.29
- Bistec Con Huevos
  Grilled steak, onions, tater tots, two fried eggs, mojo.
  $16.49
- Ropa Con Papa
  Ropa Vieja over tater tots topped with two fried eggs.
  $16.49
- Huevos Habaneros
  Two fried eggs, grilled ham, rice and beans, creole sauce.
  $15.49
- Pan De Havana
  Avocado toast, two fried eggs, mango, tomato, balsamic glaze.
  $13.99
- Vegan Pan De Havana (Chestnut / Fullerton)
  Avocado toast, Just Egg, mango, tomato, balsamic glaze.
  $14.99
- Parfait
  Granola, Greek yogurt, berries.
  $8.95
Omelettes
- Fresco
  Tomato, cilantro, queso fresco, avocado.
  $14.99
- Choricate
  Mexican chorizo, avocado, Swiss cheese.
  $14.99
- Jamon
  Virginia ham and cheese.
  $14.99
- Maduro
  Plantain, onion, bell peppers, creole sauce.
  $14.99
- Jardinero
  Bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, tomato, spinach.
  $14.99
- Lechon
  Roasted pork, onions, tomato, red onion mojo.
  $14.99
- Buenos Aires
  Sausage, onions, chimichurri.
  $14.99
Pancakes
- Cafe Con Leche
  Our signature pancake made with a 'Cafecito' reduction sauce.
  $12.99
- Maduros Con Pina
  Sweet plantains and pineapple.
  $12.99
- Havana Mambo
  Dark rum and lemon zest.
  $12.99
- Rojo Y Blanco
  Guava glaze and White Chocolate sauce.
  $12.99
- Romeo Y Julietta
  Guava glaze and caramel.
  $12.99
- Tres Leches
  Our three milk glaze and berries.
  $12.99
- La Fruteria
  Mixed berries.
  $12.99
- Mangonut
  Mango y coconut.
  $12.99
- Abuelita
  Chocolate chips, cinnamon, churros.
  $12.99
Breakfast Sandwiches
- Jamon Con Huevos
  ham, eggs, cheese.
  $10.29
- Tocino Con Huevos
  eggs, bacon and cheese
  $10.29
- Huevos Completo
  Steak, ham, eggs, cheese, grilled onions.
  $11.49
- Huevos Chimichurri
  Eggs, chimichurri, cheese, tomato.
  $10.29
- Bistec Con Huevos
  Steak, eggs, grilled onions, cheese.
  $11.49
- Huevos Con Chorizo
  Eggs, chorizo, cheese.
  $10.29
- Huevos Con Queso
  Eggs, cheese.
  $8.49
- Pan Con Mantequilla
  Bread and butter.
  $2.49
Salads
- Chopped Salad Tray
  Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $69.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $119.95
- Arugala Tray
  Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $69.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $119.95
- Fresca Tray
  Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $69.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $119.95
- Shrimp Ceviche Tray
  Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $84.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $159.95
- Exotica Salad Tray
  Half Tray (No shrimp, feeds 10-15) $69.95 | Full Tray (Feeds 20-25) $119.95
- Cafe Salads
  Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $69.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $119.95
Sandwiches
- Breakfast Sandwich Tray
  Half Tray (3 selections, feeds 7-10) $84.95 | Full Tray (5 selections, feeds 15-20) $169.95
- Sandwich Tray
  Half Tray (3 selections, feeds 7-10) $94.95 | Full Tray (5 selections, feeds 15-20) $189.95
Entrées
- Lechon (Roasted Pork) Tray
  Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $94.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $199.95
- Steak Chimichurri Tray
  Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $99.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $209.95
- Chicken Chimichurri Tray
  Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $94.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $199.95
- Tilapia Criolla Tray
  Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $94.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $209.95
- Palomilla Tray
  Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $99.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $209.95
- Ropa Vieja (Roast Beef) Tray
  Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $99.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $209.95
- GuavaQ (Pork Or Chicken) Tray
  Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $94.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $199.95
- Mojo Shrimp Tray
  Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $99.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $209.95
Sides
- Rice & Beans Tray
  Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $59.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $99.95
- White Rice Tray
  Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $34.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $69.95
- Black Beans Tray
  Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $59.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $99.95
- Plantains Tray
  Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $55.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $99.95
Dessert
- Mixed Pastry Tray
  Half Tray (7-10) $29.95 | Full Tray (feeds 15-20) $59.95
Cuban Coffee
- Batidos
  Cuban Milkshakes, assorted flavors daily.
  $4.99
- Cafecito
  Cuban espresso combined with a teaspoon of sugar.
  $2.79
- Café Con Leche
  Cafecito added to a glass of steamed milk.
  $3.49
- Chocolate
  $3.99
- Colada
  A pitcher of cafecito. Perfect for sharing!
  $5.79
- Cortadito
  Cafecito combined with a tablespoon or two of hot milk.
  $2.99
American Coffee
- Benjamin Teas
  Assortment of Herbal Teas.
  $3.99
- Cappucino
  $3.69
- Caramel Latte
  Ghiradelli Chocolate
  $3.99
- Chai Latte
  $3.99
- Coffee
  House blend coffee.
  $2.69
- Espresso
  $2.79
- Extra Espresso Shot
- Mocha Latte
  $3.99
Cocktails
- Mojito
  Rum, simple syrup, mint, lime, soda water.
  $11.00
- Guajiro
  Cachaca, agave, lime, guava nectar, guava syrup.
  $11.00
- Setenta Y 5
  Gin, cucumber, lime, simple syrup, guava nectar.
  $11.00
- Cuban Mule
  Rum, ginger beer, guava nectar, lime.
  $11.00
- El Vecino
  Vodka, ginger beer, lime juice, cayenne, jalapeño.
  $11.00
- Daiquari
  Rum, lime, simple syrup.
  $11.00
- Mango Tajin
  Tequila, agave nectar, lime, mango nectar, jalapeño, tajin rim.
  $11.00
- Caipirinha
  Cachaca, simple syrup, lime juice.
  $11.00
- Margarita
  Tequila, cointreau, lime, salt rim.
  $11.00
- Cuba Libra
  Rum, lime juice, coca cola.
  $11.00
- Dos Hermanos
  Tequila, mezcal, lime, agave, jalapeno, rocoto.
  $11.00
- Accidente
  Bourbon, simple syrup, mint, lime, tamarind.
  $11.00
- Cafecito Viejo
  Bourbon or rum, aromatic and orange bitters, espresso.
  $11.00
- Cafecito Martini
  Vodka, frangelico, kahlua, espresso.
  $11.00
Breakfast Cocktail
- Bloddy Mary
  Our Cafecito recipe.
  $11.00
- Mangosa
  Mango nectar, prosecco.
  $11.00
- Mimosa
  Orange juice, prosecco.
  $11.00
- Morning Mule
  Vodka, orange juice, ginger beer.
  $11.00
- Patriota
  Rum, creme de menthe, creme de cacao, Cafecito espresso.
  $11.00
- Guavosa
  Guava nectar, prosecco.
  $11.00
- Pepemelo
  Vodka, grapefruit juice, muddled cucumber.
  $11.00
- CafeRon
  Our cafe con leche with a shot of dark rum.
  $11.00
List
- Champaign Of Beer
  $3.00
- PBR
  $3.00
- Red Stripe Lager
  $5.00
- Revolution Pilsner
  $5.00
- Stiegl Radler Grapefruit
  $5.00
- Lagunita's Lil Sumpin"
  $5.00
- Deschutes Fresh Squeezed IPA
  $5.00
- Stella Artois
  $5.00
- Dogfish Head 60min IPA
  $5.00
- Modelo
  $5.00
- Corona
  $5.00
- Pacifico
  $5.00
- 312 Urban Wheat
  $5.00
- Allagash White
  $6.00
- Half Acre Daisy Cutter Pale Ale
  $6.00
- Ace Guava Cider
  $5.00
List
- Malbec
  $9.00
- Pinot Noir
  $9.00
- Cabernet
  $9.00
- Rose
  $9.00
- Prosecco
  $9.00
- Chardonnay
  $9.00
- Pinot Grigio
  $9.00
- Sauvignon Blanc
  $9.00

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Cafecito Menu

Specialty Salads

Palmacate (Chestnut / Fullerton)

Chopped Salad

Arugula Salad

Exotica Salad

Fresca

Shrimp Ceviche

Pollo Milanesa (Chestnut / Fullerton)

Cafe Salads

Pasta Salad

Caprese Salad

Red Potato Salad

Roasted Red Peppers

Hearts Of Palm Salad

Tuna And Olive Salad

Black Bean Salad

Jalapeño Hummus

Assorted Olives

Eggplant Salad

Soup & Sides & Starters

Cuban Black Bean Soup

Caldo Gallego Soup

Crema De Pollo (Cream Of Chicken Soup) (Chestnut/Fullerton)

White Rice & Black Beans

White Rice

Yuca Frita (Chestnut / Fullerton)

Tostones (Chestnut / Fullerton)

Maduros

Maraquitas (Chestnut / Fullerton)

Croquettes De Jamon (Chestnut / Fullerton)

Nachos Cubanos (Chestut / Fullerton)

Proveletta En Plato

Pressed Sandwiches

Cubano

Palomilla

Chimichurri

Pollo Arugula

Pavo

Jerk

Guava-Q

Chivito

Ropa Vieja

Proveletta

Margarita

Jardin

Lechon

Choripan

Pollo Chipotle

Atun

Jamon

Elveez

Timba

Tilapia Criolla

El Toro

Mar Y Tierra

Borracho

La Costa

El Fuego

Combos

Combo

Black Bean Soup Combo

Caldo Gallego Soup Combo

Cafe Salad Combo

Platters

Palomilla

Tilapia Criolla

Lechon

Ropa Vieja

Pollo Chimichurri

Steak Chimichurri

GuavaQ Chicken

GuavaQ Pork

Mojo Shrimp

Vaca Frita (Chestnut / Fullerton)

Corteza Del Mar (Chestnut / Fullerton)

Mojo Pescado (Chestnut / Fullerton)

Saltado (Chestnut / Fullerton)

El Fuego Platillo

Cafechera (Calabasas Location Only)