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    Cafe Chica

    4.8 (32 reviews)

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for working
    Dogs allowed

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    amazing muffaletta amazing bombolini(sp?) and a nice fully compostable coffee cup
    Adric M.

    I may very well need to make this a full 5 stars next time i make it down, not only does it stay open later than 90% of the cafe's in this town, but it was seriously yummy. the sandwich didnt have the traditional Mufaletta round, but the focaccia was so fluffy and delightful, if its the wrong bread i dont want to be right anymore. my friend got the fig sandwich and she appeared be as enamored with it as i was with mine. Gotta try the pizza next time. but not only is the place bright and fun, but it has a fair number of plugs for people to laptop.. Seriously. i cant find any fault. other than it not being very nearby for me. but seriously unless this was a fluke i will surely be bumping up my rating. (i dont do 5 on the first visit).

    Maple chai bomboloni
    Atalanta P.

    I'd tried one of Cafe Chica's bomboloni at the farmers market, and I have visited their new physical location a couple of times during the soft open. It's a very welcoming space with a cute pink aesthetic and a variety of seating areas, including a little kids' nook, a sofa and coffee table, a counter with stools, and multiple tables. The bomboloni are delicious and very filling, and they have a nice selection of coffee, tea, and cocoa with flavored syrups you can add. The service is friendly and helpful. Well worth a visit!

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    David L.

    Please forgive me, it's a terrible pic but however the bombo is bomb dot com. ESPECIALLY everything bagel + lox It brings me back to my favorite place, Best Bagel and Coffee in Manhattan but right here in Albuquerque The perfect amount of cream cheese The perfect amount of lox The perfect amount of loveeeee The dill The capers The perfectionnnn Everything is just chef's kiss I tell you!

    Yummy beignets and refreshing fruity soda with cream!
    Andi L.

    This was a delightful dessert and a lovely introduction to Cafe Chica. I will be going back to try one of the specialty coffees on the menu.

    Vanessa S.

    I a had coffee, the crème brûlée donut which I believe is always on rotation & cream cheese with bacon donut. Both were delicious. I believe the flavors of the pastry's change weekly. Loved the pink decor and service was great. I'll be back :)

    Bacon and oreo donut ( they have a different name for it not donut)
    Erica G.

    I had heard of them before when they were selling next to Bing tea on occasions. The service was fast and the employees were friendly and nice. They gave us a free mini donut for a promotion they had going on. Very small space (extremely small!) only two to three people fit inside (when ordering)! We ordered the bacon and Oreo dessert, really good! Not too street which I enjoyed Two of these stuffed donuts were roughly around $13 ( they're not called donuts though)

    Rebecca F.

    Can I eat donuts for every meal? Because these donuts are amazinggg. I love that there are new flavors every week, and every single one I've had so far has been incredible. I was most surprised by the Everything But the Bagel donut, but it was my favorite! Crème brûlée was also incredible. The donuts are fluffy and flavorful, and the location at El Vado is great for enjoying these donuts in the cooler weather. I also got a honey matcha latte that was a great pairing!

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    Kevin M.

    This was my first visit to this new restaurant. I parked on the street on Central; I think there's more parking around the corner and behind. Nice natural light flows in, and the décor is modern and fresh. Nice color, comfortable casual seating. My understanding is that in the mornings they serve a variety of pastries; I was there in the evening and had pizza. Staff is friendly and welcoming. The kitchen is partly visible and there's a very interesting large gas fired pizza oven. The pizza? Amazing. I will return another time to take photos, but here's what I liked. The crust had a very slight browning and crunch to the outer layer, the inner layer is soft and creamy. It was so good that I talked to the staff about it and was not surprised to learn that they used 00 flour and import it from Italy (Any American wheat farmers want a chance? ). This is a nice addition to the Albuquerque restaurant scene, I am eager to return for the morning fare.

    Haley M.

    Unreal!! Best donuts ever. So glad they opened a storefront! Went with my friend & got the coconut matcha donut (soooo tasty) & the crème brûlée to go. They have a sweet & thoughtful kids area that I'll have to bring my kids to sometime, and the space is so beautifully done. Wonderful customer service and out of this world donuts/bombolinis! Also got their pumpkin spice latte & it was divine. Such a nice spot!

    Mariah M.

    Cafe Chica has been around for a while but they just recently relocated to a spot downtown and it is gorgeous!! I've tried their bomboloni's in the past and they are to die for, I do recommend to go in the morning to get them because they are made fresh everyday so sometime they run out at noon. If you happen to go around lunch they offer pizza made to order this visit I tried their beignets which are also made to order they are super fresh and delicious. The service is always spot on especially from the owner Mariah.

    a donut and a cup of coffee
    Gloria L.

    I literally cannot say enough wonderful things about this shop! They have the most amazing treats I have had in a long while. These truly are a one of a kind of treat! They change flavors weekly so that's always fun! I may have gotten my office addicted to them as well so we all randomly show up to work with a treat for each other. The shop is small but is has the most wonderful little kitchy feel that makes the shop so cute! Know that if there is a a bit of a wait but the shop has some of the kindest workers in abq.

    Delicious donuts! Pumpkin cheesecake, chai tea, strawberry cream bombolonis! Sooo good!
    Megan M.

    These bomboloni Italian style donuts are AMAZING. This time we tried the pumpkin cheesecake and it was delicious! The donut is perfectly fluffy and crispy. The filling is so light and fluffy but super rich and creamy but not overly sweet. We got two more flavors to try later and I'm sure they'll be just as scrumptious. We were also given an order of beignets that were absolutely to die for. They are made to order and melt in your mouth yummy! Get there early or they will sell out!

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    Mark A.

    Very good Italian Bomboloni's (donuts) at an iconic location. I had an assortment including Strawberry Chantilly, Crème Brûlée, Spiced Chocolate, London Fog and Chica OG. While they were all good I thought the Creme Brûlée was the best. They only have walkup service to an open window and seating is available outside on the patio. Parking is available around the back of the building in a lot.

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    Excellent customer service, delicious food and the atmosphere was uplifting. This is my go to for delicious donuts.

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    Cafe Chica has the most amazing flavors & their bombolonis are to die for. Everything I've tried from them has been a 10/10!

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    Amazing donuts and coffee! Loved the matcha and different donut flavors! Even my friend who hates donuts loved every bite!

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    Love their donuts. Always the best flavors! If you're looking for something fresh and unique please give them a try.

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