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Cafeteria Marcela’s

4.6 (102 reviews)
Open • 6:00 am - 3:30 pm

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Casual
Quiet
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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Pltanos Maduros
Xochil C.

The jibarito is one of the best in the city, they fry the plátano PERFECTLY! Portions are awesome, and make sure you try the maduros.

The front entrance.
Tino R.

I have reviewed this family"s business before & once again I have to say, I absolutely love going there. They remember their customers & communicate with them in such a friendly & welcoming manner. I do wish they had more room in their space. Most of the time I'd just love to stay & eat! Aside from that, this establishment is awesome. Latino foods. Sandwich Cubano, Steak, Arroz y gandulees & more. Oh yeah, Café con leche! Don't forget to ask for that extra shot if you are like me! This place is classic Logan Square/Hermosa. Visit them soon. I will.

Jibarito and Carne guisada
Andrew S.

The carne guisada melts in your mouth amd you can cut it with a spoon. Super reasonable prices and really fast service (also friendly). The jibarito is fantastic and the salsa Verde they give you with everything would go great on a tire let alone actual food.

A happy colado to start the day.
Joel S.

Can't go wrong here. This place is always good any time of the day. For all you early risers, this is your morning breakfast stop. I come by here a couple of times a week, and it never fails that this place is busy at 7 am. The food is made fresh every day and most made to order. The staff is super friendly and the place has an old school diner vibe. If you're a coffee lover, this is the spot for a fresh cup.

Breakfast Steak Sandwich with Maduros on the side from Cafeteria Marcela's.
Jazmin M.

Ordered takeout from Cafeteria Marcela's over the weekend and was not disappointed. I ordered a 2 breakfast steak sandwich with egg and shared maduros on the side and it was so delicious! The pricing is really good for the big portions they serve you. The inside is nice; there are booths along the wall and on the opposite side is the kitchen area. There is also outside seating out front in a really cute gated area. Masks were worn inside by everyone not eating.

Flautas with Chicken and Potatoes (mostly Chicken)

C and I happened to be biking through the neighborhood and stopped for lunch. C ordered a vege Jibarito, which is grilled veges between fried plaintain. The veges consisted of broccoli Florets, Green Beans, Yellow Carrots, And Bell Peppers, Onions, and Lettuce with some kind of sauce. I ordered Flautas with Chicken and Potatoes, which was served with a white cheese and sliced tomatoes. Mine was good, but C's Jibarito was simply outstanding. We were blown away. The restaurant is small, but cute. Service was friendly and good; prices reasonable. We sat outside. (Thankfully they have outdoor seating!) p.s. We never heard Yellow Carrots before. They are not like regular carrots at all. I liked them!

Lechon Plate
Michael B.

Growing up in New York I learned to love Puerto Rican food. This place is great. I can eat their Lechon breakfast lunch or dinner. Folks that work there are great and portions are ridiculously large.

Jacqueline F.

I think I came on an off day or when they were about to be closed, because there wasn't much selection of entrees to choose from. They were out of all things chicken and only had pork and beef. Anywho, I got the beef stew with rice and beans and salad, along with a side of tostones (garlic fried plantains) and it was very tasty. It was a good size too! My husband loves this place but I'll leave off a star until I check out the rest of the items on their menu. Till next time!

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Great dive!!! I really mean it. One of the tastiest little Latin American spots I've tried. Very authentic.

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Best Cuban food in Chicago. We love the Pork and Cuban sandwich. You won't find a friendlier place with amazing food and great prices

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10 years ago

Love this place. Been coming here for over 15 years. Tomas is the best. Priced right. Fresh. Made on the spot

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12 years ago

Everything is delicious. I have been going here since 2007 and I have never been disappointed. Ropa vieja is awesome.

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11 years ago

Great Cuban sandwiches!! This the spot yo! Not expensive at all either, and the parcha is bomb..

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11 years ago

Delicious food that will keep me coming back for more. I got the steak sandwich and my son got the cheeseburger and fries.

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10 years ago

Delicious. Carne guisada-beef stew. Rice and gondules. Steak sammich. Potato salad and cafe con leche. Mmmmm. Home cooking.

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10 years ago

Best place for steak sandwiches,rice,coffee and so much more. Very clean and great customer service. I will be back

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