Cafecito - Chicago

Don’t let the appearance fool you! The food and coffee here are the best I’ve had in Chicago. Make sure to enjoy the cafecito (double shot) along with the break... read more Don’t let the appearance fool you! The food and coffee here are the best I’ve had in Chicago. Make sure to enjoy the cafecito (double shot) along with the breakfast or lunch sandwich. You won’t regret it!

I had a chicken chipotle sandwich and a pasta salad, and both were disappointing. The pasta salad was really dry, and the sandwich lacked any flavor. I won’t be... read more I had a chicken chipotle sandwich and a pasta salad, and both were disappointing. The pasta salad was really dry, and the sandwich lacked any flavor. I won’t be coming back.

Café con leche is my go-to here; it's incredibly tasty. The place is quite small, with just a few tables and a bar area, but most customers prefer to grab their... read more Café con leche is my go-to here; it's incredibly tasty. The place is quite small, with just a few tables and a bar area, but most customers prefer to grab their orders and go. To be honest, I haven't tried any of the food, and I usually just order the regular drip coffee. However, I’m giving five stars for the excellent service and my delicious café con leche.

La playa is the best vegan sandwich in the loop. Food: 5 Service: 5 Service: Takeaway Price per person: $10–20 Recommendation for vegetarians: Highly recommend... read more La playa is the best vegan sandwich in the loop. Food: 5 Service: 5 Service: Takeaway Price per person: $10–20 Recommendation for vegetarians: Highly recommend Vegetarian offerings: Large vegetarian selection, Vegetarian menu or section, Clearly labelled vegetarian dishes

Cafecito is a small and very atmospheric place with excellent Cuban coffee and hearty sandwiches. The Cubano sandwich here is truly delicious, and the portions... read more Cafecito is a small and very atmospheric place with excellent Cuban coffee and hearty sandwiches. The Cubano sandwich here is truly delicious, and the portions are generous, despite the cafe's compact size. There's sometimes a line, but the food and coffee are worth the wait. Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4