Cafecito

I normally love this place but I had a poor experience today. We ordered food for my work and they completely forgot someone's sandwich, ignored subtractions from the sandwiches, and ignored additions. My sandwich was soaked in balsamic vinegar making the bread soggy, covered in onions which wasn't even listed as an ingredient, there was no cheese despite it being an ingredient on the menu, and they forgot to add chicken. They did offer for us to make a trip to the restaurant for replacement but none us us had time with our packed schedules. They did refund the missing sandwich and mine. Hopefully they're just having a bad day, but it makes me less likely to trust them again.

So cute! It's a great little side Cafe that has Cuban coffee and Cuban food. Coffee is sweet and aromatic and you can tell the coffee is sourced well. When it comes to cafes I explore new ones to find new tastes and experiences and this one has made me pleasantly satisfied. Got to sit under the L, do some people-watching, and enjoying the music while sipping coffee. Stop by its right off the Washington and Wells stop and is a great pit stop to start the day.

Mmmm, Chivito sandwich with their hot sauce and a caldo Gallego soup. Great place

My first experience there since my fiancee and I moved to Chicago. She was always raving about this spit and now I see why. We were greeted right when we walked in and allowed to take out time viewing the menu. The two women in the front were extremely courteous and professional. Then, the FOOD CAME OUT! I can speak for the jamon con huevos pressed to perfection. My partner had the pollo arugula and she loved it. We finished it up with a Cafe con leche with their delicious pastries and that was a wrap. All in all 10/10 experience for a place hidden in obscurity in the loop. Truly a hidden gem. Reminds me of my home in Florida during this polar vortex weather. Thank you Cafecito!

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I go to Cafecito for a good sandwich from Mine to time. After going vegan I was so happy to find their vegan menu was just as delectable. The flavors I usually miss from before are all there when I order their sabor impossible or salchichón platillo. I can't think of a better use for beyond sausage or impossible meat. I hope they expand their vegan options but know I can rely on their menu at any location for a great meal either way! #veganuary Vegetarian options: 6+ vegan meals available including vegan cheese and meats. #veganuary

I was excited to try this place, but it was disappointing. I got the ropa vieja sandwich. Although the filling was flavorful, it was more of a smashed up mush. Maybe that’s how it’s supposed to be? This was my first time eating ropa vieja, so maybe my expectations were wrong? The other issue was the bread was very soggy. I cannot stand a soggy sandwich. I ate mine pretty quickly from the time I got it, so that’s not the reason. Overall, I tried it, but I can’t say I’ll be back.