I came here with a coworker for dinner. My experience was nothing short of excellent. When we arrived, we were seated promptly and received great service throughout our visit. The food is meant to be shared, so we got a little bit of everything. My highlights were the goat empanadas, the duck salad and the steak main course. I wasn't the biggest fan of the pollo (a tad dry) but we're talking one out of 7 dishes that didn't blow me away. The setup is Insta-worthy, and I liked the fact that the bar had a decent number of seats (so if you come solo, there shouldn't be a problem most nights.) Highly recommend read more

It's fun to share dishes especially very good ones. Across the board we had great tapas. The shrimp tacu tacu was the hit at our table. This place is more on the trendy side, on the top floor, sophisticated. It's great for couples or groups of four. It's not loud at all... quite the opposite for intimate conversations. read more

Do not waste your time or money at this place. Came in for a casual date night snack and from the moment we sat down our waiter had a visible attitude, clearly bothered that we weren't ordering more. We made it clear upfront we just wanted something light and were met with condescension the entire time. The service was slow, dismissive, and unprofessional. No check ins, no updates, no apologies. For a restaurant with the reputation this place has, the experience was completely unacceptable. read more

We came here for date night. Food at Cabra is designed to be shared and they have a substantial gluten-free menu that also have celiac specific indicators (which is super cool so gold star). On the non-gluten-free side of things, I decided I had to have the goat empanadas and they certainly lived up to the hype. The real star of the show, however, was the tuna tataki which was gluten-free. The steak saltado was also delicious. The rooftop location is definitely a great vibe and we will hope to make it back in the near future. read more

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Peruvian ceviche was fantastic -- easily favorite part of the meal! Empanadas were yummy, Pisco Sour was great, Soft Serve was super unique. A lovely rooftop view, wasn't too crowded on a weekday lunch. read more

Food: We ordered a mix of stuff from their grazing hour menu and regular dinner menu. The food was all okay but really stood out and the portions were very small for the price. Ambiance: the space is very big, open, and bright especially on a sunny day. Service: everyone was very nice and attentive although we did notice that they'd clear our plates without asking if we were finished. read more

Cabra - Choclo - Peruvian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

it was ok. Service was good and vibes were high with the dj from the pool playing fun music but the food just fell short. i would not recommend for vegetarians read more

Finally visited Cabra, which completed my list of trying all the Stephanie Izard Chicago restaurants! My friend and I did not have a reservation for a random Tuesday night but were able to grab seats up at the bar. First order of business was drinks and man do they make a good pisco sour here! Later I tried the Hu-Go Girl cocktail, which was also refreshing and delicious. For food, we split a few dishes starting with the goat empanadas, which I thought were just ok. Our favorite was the salmon ceviche - really yummy, definitely add on the chips. And then we tried the crab causa, which was a little disappointing - I would skip next time. I have to say that food-wise, Cabra is my least favorite of the Izard pack but I would come back for the drinks and fun ambiance. read more

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This restaurant is upstairs in the Hoxton Hotel. We sat out on the heated patio by the fireplace. I loved the Hu-go Girl cocktail And the blackberry sangria cabra cooler. The chicken empanadas were fantastic. The crust was flaky and delicious and the chicken was perfectly seasoned. The chicken thigh skewers were also tasty. Service was excellent! Highly recommend for a great dinner! read more

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Fun rooftop scene to enjoy the style of food that is in the ethos of girl and the goat. The biggest surprise was the tempura fried seaweed for the tuna. That was quite a nice crunchy bite. Sitting at the bar area to eat is one way to go if you don't secure reservations. read more

Ambiance - located on the rooftop, casual, bar in the middle of the restaurant, super spacious Service - our server was nice & friendly, food came out quickly Food - love their avocado dip (balanced flavors & love the idea of taro chips), chicken thigh anticucha was cooked to perfection read more

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Cabra was excellent. Our server was super helpful with drinks and food orders and both were delicious. My favorite dishes were the chorizo queso and the crispy pork shank. The queso came with two types of dippers that were both really good even by themselves and dip was cheesy and delicious but also kinda herby and had a really unique flavor. The pork shank was an experience that I highly recommend. You get two different sauces and little pitas and get to make little pita pockets. The pork just falls right off the bone, sooooo good. The spicy tuna dip was a surprise #3 for me. I really liked the seaweed chips and the dip had just the right amount of spice. The shishitos were also pretty solid. The salmon ceviche was another surprise for me since I'm not usually into ceviche but I really liked the flavor. The chicken skewers, tuna tataki, and empanadas were all good, too, but none of them were out of this world for me. read more

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Had a great brunch here. My dad loved the salmon ceviche. Plates are meant to be shareable. They are kid friendly (which can be hard to find in west loop) and everyone was sweet to my curious nephew. Absolutely love the vibes and decor. Will def be back during warm weather to experience the roof top and pool area read more

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We were considering Cabra for our wedding as I love Stephanie Izards food so we wanted to treat our family to dinner there. Of note I've been before for birthday parties and the service was great and everyone so pleasant. The west loop views were stunning and the vibe was overall great. We had a sampling of the menu: spicy sticky wings, goat empanadas, shrimp ceviche, tuna tataki, shrimp tacu tacu, seared halibut, and lomo saltado, picarones, and soft serve. Also loved the chilcano and mocktail. A tried and true favorite it's the goat empanada filled with well balanced flavors. The tuna tataki was refreshing. The lomo felt like it was missing rice. The picarones are sweet potato doughnuts and the perfect way to end the meal combined with the refreshing soft serve. Overall recommend checking out this rooftop spot at the Huxton. read more

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Beautiful decor inside great for a brunch, although the menu is a little limit. There is more than enough street parking in the restrooms were clean. Our server was very knowledgeable and prompt.. I ordered the Green Saint Bramble and I had a second one it was so good. We ordered the goat empanadas, chicken thighs skewers, bass ceviche, silchipapas, and for dessert picarones and chocolate on chocolate with crunchy chocolate. The plates are served family style but it's so good. Everything was delicious. Their taro chips were so good. The reason I'm giving it four stars is because the menu is fairly small and they were out of certain ingredients for drinks. read more

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Really cool ambience. Good vibes. Great for a celebration. Staff is very profesh. Food was very good. Lots of variety and new tastes. Drinks were top notch. Servings are pretty small for the prices. read more

The food was delicious!!! Small bites of delight. The views were as amazing being one of the few west-facing outdoor terrace restaurants in the area. Highly recommend the goat empanadas - Yes, Goat! And also loved the salmon ceviche - it was super fresh with great flavor combinations, and the calamari/fried shrimp was crispy goodness... I could eat a whole basket of the shrimp alone!!! Cocktails were creative and deliciously balanced - pisco sour was top of my list! read more

Delightful. Surprising. Memorable. Worth the Hype. This is a high end experience with excellent service and even better flavors from a classic Chicago chef. A great choice when you're in West Loop if you're fine spending a handful of nickles on parking. Feel free to ask the servers about wine pairings, mine was very knowledgable and directed me to a lovely red pairing with my meal. read more

First. Loved the gluten free menu. The place had a cool vibe and the people were nice. Chips and guacamole : 5 stars Grilled Sushido peppers: 5 stars Steak dish: 5 stars Chicken thighs: 3 stars Mixed drinks: 5 stars The place was really awesome. We will be back. read more

Cabra - Gluten free menu Nov 2025 - Peruvian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

If I could give Cabra 10 stars, I absolutely would! It was our first time dining here, and everything exceeded expectations. Our waitress was friendly and efficient, and the atmosphere was warm, inviting, and laid-back with great views, dim lighting, and spotless surroundings. We ordered four dishes -- Salmon Ceviche, Goat Empanadas, Shrimp Tacu Tacu, and Salchipapas -- and each one was outstanding. The Salchipapas were my favorite; the fries stayed crispy even after 20 minutes, and the chorizo was phenomenal -- spicy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. Honestly, they should serve it as its own dish! I also tried Peruvian beer for the first time and was pleasantly surprised by how smooth and refreshing it was. From the food to the service and ambiance, Cabra delivers on every level. It's rare to find a place that nails both flavor and experience so perfectly. I can't wait to come back -- this spot is officially on my list of Chicago favorites! read more

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Back so soon? Yes, yes I am. Came here for happy hour and I liked the deals! I got the pisco sour which was really good and on happy hour for a good price off. We ordered the empanadas- I decided the Swiss chard and kale is my favorite. We also ordered the hot chorizo and queso dip... 2 of them and I still found it sooo delicious. read more

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Cabra is always an amazing experience. Our server was so wonderful and he gave us such an amazing suggestions because my friend is mainly pescatarian. We had mostly seafood based options, but you can really taste the quality in the fish. It was super flavorful and definitely left me wanting more. I wasn't a huge fan of the Yuuka fries, but otherwise everything tasted amazing. Cabra is a great way to start a late night. The ambience was amazing. There was a DJ spinning records so I was getting my groove on. read more

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My absolute favorite place! I love the food and love that there are enough gluten free options on the menu and some can be modified. Absolutely delicious food. I always get the bass ceviche, shrimp tacu tacu, lomo or salmon saltado (I request it GF), and the roasted carrots. BIG fan of the carrots. Overall great food, service, and beautiful restaurant overlooking the city. read more

Stopped by Cabra on a work trip to Chicago. When you arrive parking can be a bit tricky since the restaurant is located in the west loop area. I ended up street parking and paying the meter but it took a couple laps around the block to find parking. Also Cabra is located on the rooftop of the Huxton and has great views of the city. When you arrive you'll enter the hotel and take the elevator up to the rooftop. Once you arrive you'll check in with the host and be seated. I'd recommend grabbing a reservation as it can be tricky to walk in here. When we sat down we started by ordering the Goat empanadas with huacatay mayo, the salmon ceviche, the steak saltado, and the shrimp ceviche. By far my favorite dishes were the goat empanadas and steak saltado. I definitely would not arrive starving as the portions were served tapas style and can be a bit small. I'd love to return to Cabra during the summer to sit outside. I definitely recommend checking this place out if you are in the west loop and are craving some good Peruvian food. read more

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A top 5 restaurant in Chicago for me. I came here in 2023 (it is currently 2025) but have this place ingrained in my memory. If you come here, prepare to think about it for the rest of your life. It's the restaurant equivalent of the hottie you talk to briefly at the airport that you never see again. This place is absolutely gorgeous, located on the rooftop of a hotel in the middle of west loop. Huge windows throughout, with tons of natural light and an amazing view of the city. Came with a reservation and got seated immediately. For a party of three, we ended up ordering six dishes. Goat empanadas: extremely flavorful, with a sauce to accompany it. This was my first time trying goat, and I loved it. Jalea Mixta: a crowd favorite. We all agreed this was one of the best things we ordered. a seafood platter of sorts, with plaintains and garnished with tomatoes, greens, red onions. Salchipapa: Peruvian nacho fries. Amazing flavor, and is a larger, more shareable plate. Chicken thighs: for a menu item that sounds more basic/simple than the rest, they really outdid themselves. Packed with flavor, extremely tender. Shrimp tacu tacu: another crowd favorite, and my personal favorite. Absolutely worth trying. A tomato-y sauce over shrimp with a base of crispy rice. Salmon ceviche: cannot go wrong with a salmon ceviche. this was full of flavor. A bit smaller of a plate, harder to share with more than 2 people. read more

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Cabra was soooo good!!!! We tried their shrimp ceviche, crab causa, and chicken empanadas. It was all packed with flavors I've never had before and was delicious!!! The views from Cabra are amazing too, I recommend making a reservation on the terrace (which was covered when I went at the beginning of September) so you can experience the beautiful views. Almost everything on their menu is a small plate, meant to be shared with the table. It's a little pricey for how small the dishes are, but you are definitely paying for the quality and the atmosphere. It's not somewhere you're going to leave super full unless you order a ton of stuff. It's the perfect place for a good cocktail and a few small bites. read more

Cabra - Shrimp Ceviche and Crab Causa - Peruvian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I've been to Cabra a few times but this was easily the best yet, as most of my friends are vegetarian and we were able to share and sample so many dishes! They have a separate vegetarian menu that you have to ask for, and it has more options than their regular menu. There is also a gluten free menu that lists everything that either is gluten free or can be made gluten free, which was really helpful. Cabra is such a pretty restaurant that there really is no bad seat in the house. Some seats are outside, so it's worth bringing a little jacket in case it's chilly! The avocado dip is a classic and everyone always loves it. I think my favorite dishes were: the tuna dip, the blistered green beans, and solterito. The tuna dip was surprisingly tender, and I loved the puffed seaweed chips. The green beans were sooo good with the sticky peanut sauce. I had never had solterito before, but the dish was fresh and bright and very tasty. I can't wait to go back! read more

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Oh this place was great. Had a little celebration of seeing my girlfriends after a couple years. She got us a reservation and I immediately loved the ambiance. Didn't know most of the menu was from/made of goat meat. I was worried some of it would be to gamey for me but it was surprisingly okay. I loved the avocado dip and the ceviche. Bit loud on the ambiance but the DJ was really good. Service was pretty quick, no complaints. I would skip the empanadas though and the sausages are more on the spicier side, not really my type. But overall would like to comeback here. read more

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I knew I would be obsessed with Cabra! These are some of my favorite vibes in the city! It's beautiful and fun! The staff was all friendly and everything came out quickly! I got a dirty martini to start and it was great! Some of my favorite dishes include salmon ceviche, chicken thigh skewer, and steak Saltado. All the meat here was cooked to perfection. The steak saltado was by far my favorite! It was served with crispy potatoes too! Can't wait to come back! read more

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Such a cool chill brunch spot! It was our first time there, the staff were super friendly, and helpful with recommendations on what to order. Our favorites dish by far was the crab causa! There's smash potato's and avocado underneath a bed of crab with a limey aioli (what it seems like) with tempura flakes. read more

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Celebrated my husbands birthday at Cabra on a Thursday night and the restaurant was packed with patrons enjoying the good weather. When you enter the hotel go to the right and take the elevator to the roof. Reservations are a must if you want to be seated. Everything on the menu was spectacular there was not a single item we didn't like. Also this is some of the best service we've ever seen at any restaurant. Very attentive and quick staff constantly flying by and picking up plates and dishes. Avocado Dip (5/5): Best avocado dip of my life Bass Ceviche (5/5): Super dressing and great citrus flavor Goat Empanadas (5/5): Never had goat but these were delicious and light with a side of sauce Tuna Tataki (5/5): The ultimate favorite of the night and a must have dish if you visit Yuca Fries (3/5): The mayonnaise is good and the fries were a good starch to add to the meal but nothing out of this world Soft Serve (5/5): Incredible! Served with a candle for my husbands birthday this soft serve was light and airy with delicious chunks of pineapples. This dish surprised us the most and had the best flavor Drinks (5/5): You can't go wrong with any cocktail we ordered the shark week, pisco sour, no shrub, and spaghetti western read more

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The restaurant was located on the top floor of the building which had a great ambiance. I think it would've been better in the summer for sure. We ordered the chorizo and queso dip, bass ceviche, crab causa, and the pork shank. The chorizo queso dip was a good starter and went well with our drinks. The bass ceviche was a little too watery. The pork shank was my favorite dish that night as it was crispy on the outside and it came with different dips that went well together. The service was a bit slow but there were multiple parties going on with end of year parties and stuff which made sense. read more

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I need to come back when the weather's nice! I came here with a group of friends one weekend on a (cold) Chicago night. We were seated on the heated patio which managed to keep us pretty warm! It was all of our first time here and we were so excited to try another GOAT spot! To drink I ordered the tropical bandido, which is tequila, mango, pineapple, and spicy honey. It's a fun take on a spicy margarita, and really tasty! Our server was kind enough to go over the menu with us. It's a sharing menu, so smaller servings but the chance to try so much! We got the avocado dip, hot chorizo dip, goat empanadas, chicken empanadas, shrimp ceviche, chicken thigh skewers, shishitos, quinoa and tuna salad, and the salmon saltado. Everything was very good, but nothing stood out as totally mind blowing, which is sort of what we were expecting. Even with all that food, I left a little bit hungry! I definitely want to come back and explore more from the menu. Hopefully It'll be on a day where we can enjoy the rooftop! read more

Cabra - Peruvian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This enclosed rooftop restaurant may be a little hard to find since you have to enter the Hoxton hotel and take an elevator in the back. The natural sunlight made it light and airy along with the colorful decorations and plants. We were able to make reservations online last minute for brunch and it did not disappoint. My friend ordered a coffee and I ordered a purple corn mocktail that was a little sour and sweet. We opted for the tapas style meal where we ordered a couple of dishes to share. My favorite was the hot chorizo and queso dip with the flatbread and chips. The salmon ceviche with pistachios and avocado was light. The salchipapas reminded me of loaded fries. Can't wait to come back for the summer time when the pool is open again! read more

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It was my first time here and the ambiance and views from the roof were insane. This would be a fantastic spot for date or girls night. All the dishes I tried were so fresh and tasty but my fav bites were the tuna and chicken. The chicken was so juicy like give me the secret cooking formula bc my chicken at home isn't like that. The aji verde sauce with the chicken also added the perfect kick. However the potatoes under it felt like an afterthought. The cocktails were also very good and I don't drink often, but they were well balanced and not too strong. I also tried the pisco sour, which was again very well balanced and not too strong with alcohol. My least favorite dish was the Solterito. I liked the veggie portion of it since it was super acidic and tangy but wasn't the biggest fan of the cheese. I'd definitely come back! read more

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Pros: came here with a coworker and we loved the tropical, modern decor and hopping atmosphere. There are sweeping views of the city skyline. You definitely need a reservation here because, even on a Wednesday night, they were fully booked! The service is quick and attentive, even with the crowds. We didn't order any drinks, but ordered a few small plates to share: crab causa, goat empanadas, and the salchipapas. All three were good but not great. Cons: the plates are fairly small for the price. For the three small plates, it came out to $60 for two people. That's the minimum I would order for two people for dinner here. read more

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My partner and I grabbed brunch at Cabra during a recent visit to Chicago. We were both introduced to Peruvian food a few years ago and have been hooked since. As fans of the Chef/Owner, we couldn't wait to try her rendition of this flavorful cuisine. We ordered a selection from the menu, including the Bass Ceviche, the Goat Empanadas, Chicken Thigh Anticucho, Salchipapas, Skirt Steak Saltado, and the Quinoa French Toast. All the food was excellent, however my favorite bites were the Goat Empanadas and the Salchipapas. I definitely recommend ordering multiple dishes to try and share among your group. Some dishes are larger than others. I would ask your server for recommendations based on group size. The open air patio is a really fun vibe with all the colorful cushions and live plants. I recommend making a reservation - especially if you want a patio table. This place seems popular and was pretty busy on the Saturday morning when we went. I highly recommend Cabra for a flavorful and unique meal. Next time we visit Chicago, this place is on our "return to" list. read more

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Cabra is a must for a girls night or date night. the vibes were so fun and the views amazing as well, looking over the city. Not to mention, the food was incredible. We had a tough time deciding exactly what to order since everything looked amazing & I truly think we would have loved anything we ordered. Our waitress gave us recs and we even asked her to surprise us with part of our order, which was so fun & she did a great job! Would recommend for your next night out read more

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This is very much so a long long overdue review as Cabra is easily one of my favorite restaurants in the city. I think I've gone 10+ times and every person I bring to Cabra falls in love with the atmosphere and of course, the food. There aren't many restaurants that have a rooftop pool and views of the West Loop. There is ample amount of seating whether there's in the dining room or on either of the terraces. No matter where you are seated, the views are amazing! Let's get to the food!! My top favorites are the quinoa tuna salad, hot chorizo dip, and salchipapas. There are definitely no shortage of good options on their menu. I've tried almost everything in their menu and I've narrowed it down to these three for sure. Now I know, it's a little weird to go out to eat and order quinoa salad.. but let me tell you just how good this tuna salad is. The quinoa is crispy and the tuna is super fresh with a zesty fresh sauce over it. The textures and flavors of this dish is honestly out of this world. My friend was even thinking about how she could order another and bring it on the plane back to California! Next up, the hot chorizo dip.. who doesn't love a good cheesy warm dip. The pita bread that it comes with very much reminds me of the pita bread from Aba and if you know you know, because it is super soft and fresh!! The dip also comes with taro and sweet potato chips. The salchipapas are a bit on the heavier side and thus more towards the bottom of the menu. It is a bed of thin fries (reminds me of McDonald fries soo good) with an egg and chorizo on top with tangy peppers as well. Other items to highlight on the menu is the salmon ceviche, chicken skewers, and saltado. All the cocktails are also really good and unique. The only thing I'd recommend is try to avoid going on Friday or Saturday nights, it gets super busy and loud. If that's your vibe, then go ahead but for me personally, it kinda ruins my experience! Cabra is your go to shared dishes meal with family or friends. You can never go wrong. They also have brunch on the weekends and happy hour during the week! read more

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Their lunch menu is pretty limited which I am not a fan of. Portions are small and prices are too pricey for this place. Definitely fits in with the Chicago vibes. The location is nice, pretty high up but there's a pool next door since it's part of the hotel. The service was good. Nice waitress. Nothing wrong with it read more

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