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    Cafe Kacao

    4.6 (2.8k reviews)
    Open • 7:30 am - 2:30 pm
    Updated 1 month ago
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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Classy
    Good for groups

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    French Toast
    Tiana E.

    Cool spot with unique food options! We came on a Saturday at 8am and had no wait. We got the abuelita latte though we requested extra flavor added because it was a very subtle taste. But with extra it was really good! I had the chorizo potatoes and added green sauce, and then the papusas with hollaindaise. My boyfriend has the Tikal carne asada and eggs and the French toast. We enjoyed it all! Would definitely come back to try some other options!

    Cafe de Olla Latte
    Chanel B.

    The food and drink selection is extensive--I was honestly a bit overwhelmed because everything sounded so good! I ultimately chose the Tikal with a café de olla since I was in the mood for something less sweet. The meal was generous, flavorful, and came with your choice of flour or corn tortillas, chorizo, carne asada, plantains, eggs, and black beans. Every bite was delicious. I enjoyed it so much that I wanted to come back a second time, but unfortunately didn't have the chance. If you're in town, I definitely recommend stopping by. The restaurant has a vibrant atmosphere, and the beautifully presented drinks are just as colorful and inviting as the space itself.

    Diana D.

    Cafe Kacao is simply the best -- 10/10 across the board. The food is incredible and the drinks are just as amazing. I had the pupusas, the best carajillo I've ever had, and a chocolate espresso martini that was absolutely perfect. Everything was flavorful and worth the hype. One thing to know: this place is very popular, so make sure you join the waitlist early. I joined just before 8am and didn't get seated until around 11am. Even with the wait, it was 100% worth it and I'd absolutely come back.

    Shannon B.

    Amazing everything! The Bloody Mary was dressed beautifully and tasted spot on. The menu is brilliant showing all the details of the food. Speaking about the food, it's worth the hype. Everything was delicious and full of flavor. The atmosphere was vibrant, with a coastal cafe feeling. Check in for a seat for a shorter wait time once you check in with the host

    Wild Berry Pancakes
    Bekah M.

    Came here from a local's recommendation and really enjoyed it. Excellent artwork, ambiance, and service. Lots of menu options. I'm writing this review a bit delayed but I remember really loving the house made tortillas stuffed with beans that came with my Moteleño. They were thicker than I've had in the past and it was the perfect finishing touch for me. I've been craving it ever since. Great veggie options. My mom's chicken dish was also great. The wild berry pancakes were just ok in my opinion. I think I was expecting a bit more of a tres leches type taste with the lechera sauce which is my bad just not having ever had it before. Got it as a dessert. It's not that sweet if that's what you're looking for, but if you want a not-too-sweet option then it could be perfect. It was very beautiful. Would absolutely go back here. Service was again wonderful.

    Lovette R.

    We got lucky and were able to get in on a week day afternoon without a terrible wait. It was just as good as we remembered! Everything was great .... Service, flavors, atmosphere!

    Vaca Frita y Pupusas. (IG: @eatwithbaobae)
    Janelle H.

    My friend brought me here for brunch before dropping me off at the airport, and I'm glad this was my last meal in OKC! I ordered a Horchata Latte, and we both shared one sweet and one savory dish. Mango Pancakes - these pancakes are the fluffiest you'll ever have! Drizzled with house-made lechera and blackberry bourbon sauce, and topped with mango and berries. Vaca Frita Pupusas - perfect for sharing, this comes with two cheese and pork pupusas topped with Cuban style grilled shredded beef and onions, two eggs, hollandaise, and chicharron crumbles. This was SO good and it would be hard to convince me to order something else if I'm ever in OKC again!

    Carne Asada
    Julie S.

    YES, you should eat here...But if you're reading this, make sure you prepare yourself for the Waitlist. This is an award winning restaurant for a reason and it's tiny! But if you play your cards right, you'll get in and enjoy a delicious meal. After hearing about this place for years, my cousin and I decided to give the waitlist a try for an 11am target on a Thursday. I put my name in around 9:30am and saw I was on the queue. It worked out as we checked in and got in around 11:15am. They have takeout if you don't want to wait! Now the FOOD. Wait, first the strawberry-banana smoothie was HUGE and so delicious. Not overly sweet. Same for the latte my cousin got - how do they make it so perfect?! We ordered the Carne Asada lunch and French Toast with fresh berries and sliced bananas to share. Everything was full of flavor and seasoned to perfection. The French Toast is coated and slightly crunchy. I would agree the food is worth the hype. The decor is bright and colorful. It's loud so don't expect a quiet experience. Enjoy the positive energy of the spot, it goes with the food! Service was excellent and helpful if you're a newbie. I hope all Oklahomies and visitors get a chance to experience this wonderful gem of a restaurant.

    Christina S.

    Flowers well deserved (claps) I have had this place on my radar for a while due to Yelp's top brunch spots a couple years back. After trying it for myself, it will also be going on my personal list of most memorable brunch spots! Ambiance: place was packed with customers, but we did not feel squished, and our server was a literal ray of sunshine (I wish I could shout out but I forgot their name). He was very thorough and happy to answer our questions about their menu, drinks, and recommendations. I do recommend calling ahead and getting on the waitlist though. The food came in massive (**massive**) portions, definitely delivering on the value front. The pancakes (3/5) were a bit underwhelming (soft and one note, but it was saved by the blueberry topping and mango compote. The softness and fluffiness may be a plus for some, but I prefer a bit more substance and flavor for mine! The burrito (5/5) was amazing, all the sauces were phenomenal (no notes), and the coffee (4/5) was pretty good Definitely got to try a lot of flavors that I normally do not get to at a brunch spot. I love the way that they served Guatemalan flavors in a very accessible and fun way. Most of all, the pride and excitement with which everything was presented was infectious and made for a great experience.

    Pupusa Breakfast

    You have to come to this place. It doesnt matter if the wait is long, make it happen!

    Blake R.

    Holy Cow! A buddy of mine recommended this little gem. We love trying unique local places. Pro tip get on waitlist early! Once the crowd hits they are packed. Plantains were amazing! Its hard to find good plantains in the states. But these were perfectly cooked and caramelized. Our waiter brought us a special whipped cream cheese to go with them and holy cow it was a 1 2 punch of flavor. My omelette was cooked exactly how it was supposed to be. Tender chunks of carne asada and flavorful pico throughout. The cubanero sauce had a great depth of flavor. They also brought some jalapeño hot sauce which made my tongue tingle! My daughter had some things that i cant pronounce but was absolutely delicious. The pupusas were so delicious and fresh. My nutella latte was a nice delight with some fancy artwork on top! Dont walk but run to this spot and tell me its not worth it! Huge plates of food for a fair price!

    Bethany D.

    Some of the best food in OKC, though the crazy waitlist and chaotic atmosphere keep me from coming back as often as I'd like--I usually recommend takeout instead. My go-to is the Cobanero Omelet, which I always pair with a side of plantains to make it complete. Their drip coffee is great, the specialty coffees are fun, and the mimosas are surprisingly affordable. It's a fantastic spot with a group since you can sample everything, and leftovers reheat really well. OKC definitely needs about five more locations because one just isn't enough!

    Burrito
    Chelsey H.

    Cafe Kacao is one of my must try breakfast places in OKC. It's always so good and the portions are enormous. My favorite is the berry pancake, but I love trying some of their savory dishes as well. They just remodeled the restaurant and it's so nice inside. The staff is always super friendly. The main drawback of this place is you cannot casually go on a weekend. You *have* to put your name on the waitlist. My friends and I put our name on at 7:45 and got seated about 11. So you have to be prepared. The waitlist is pretty accurate so as long as you watch it you should know when to leave your house. The wait is always worth it!

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    Absolutely the best! We only wish they were open for dinner & that they had a location in Mustang.

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    Ask the Community - Cafe Kacao

    At what time in the morning can you get on the waitlist? Would be going on a Friday.

    You need to join the waitlist before 9:00am on the weekends. If it's a 30 minute drive to be out of the house by 8:30am and join the waitlist as you are driving there. Anything past 9am and it's a 2-3hr waitlist

    Do they have a kid menu?

    No dedicated kids menu but lots of kid-friendly options.

    Is there any outdoor seating?

    No, though people wait outdoors, dining is inside only.

    How do I make a reservation?

    Not sure that you can, but through the YELP site or app you can get on the WAITING list, which may help you get through the line a little faster.

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    Tayta Latin Cuisine - Churrasco con Chimuchurri. We got so excited to eat that we cut into the steak before we took a picture  It was delicious!

    Tayta Latin Cuisine

    4.5(59 reviews)
    2.6 mi•Arts District

    Slow cooked beef. Lunch portion. Just enough food for a hearty lunch. All bites were good, but beef…read more+ potatoes were sublime. Couldn't believe how quick the service at 1:15. Plate arrived within 2 mins of order. Friendly staff. HH specials advertised. Right near the downtown arts district & courthouse. $2/Hr parking INSIDE garage on the block to the north. Parking entrance immediately beside Clarity coffee.

    We really wanted to like this place, but it was meh. Inside was beautiful and modern. We waited for…read morea bit to get seated even though they weren't that busy. And then we had to wait for our server to finally greet us. He was friendly enough but whispered the entire time, so we couldn't quite hear him over the music and had to keep asking him to repeat things. Not sure if he lost his voice or something. The mocktail drinks were decent so we had high expectations. But the appetizer Tiradito de Tuna was so disappointing with the quality of tuna. The sauce was citrusy and okay and they added bits of carrots and flower pedals like that would make up for the quality. The Lomo Saltado and the Churrasco were just okay too. I feel like other hispanic/latin places have the same dishes that are way better. It's like you're paying for the downtown nice location more than for the food. The Churros were good, but not any more special than any other Churros elsewhere. Not sure I would go back, just based on price for the food.

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    El Quetzal Restaurant

    4.8(13 reviews)
    4.7 mi

    Delicious traditional Guatemalan food in OKC. I was not disappointed by the comida típica at El…read moreQuetzal. Give Guatemalan food a try if you haven't, and try it here! Delicious food, wonderful hospitality, and beautiful ambience.

    I really like El Quetzal, awesome Latin American restaurant. More people should check this place…read moreout but it's not perfect though. They have the robot that brings out food for you like at certain hot pot restaurants. The robot was not precise and it would stop at random table instead of the exact table where it should be. Could be because the restaurant is small for this robot or the set up was not good. Service was excellent. Server came to check on me four times. Plantains were great. The el mar which is a seafood combination dish and included lobster tail, shrimps, and a piece of salmon. The dish was really cheap, only $23.99. The shrimps and salmon were good. The lobster tail was not the most fresh. The meat at body end was soft/soggy. The mixed vegetables were frozen vegetables. Please never ever use frozen mixed vegetables. I would rather pay a little more for fresh vegetables. I didn't quite understand the use of salsa as there were no chips for it. There were tortillas but salsa and tortillas don't go together, am I right? Who knows? I didn't touch neither. This restaurant also has burgers, steaks, and pasta which I haven't tried. I feel like wether you give this a 4 or 5 stars all come down to what you order. An incorrect order will automatically knock it down to 4 stars. It is such a cool restaurant though. I wish Tulsa has something similar.

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