Cafe Tola #2
keiniece · 113 Google reviewsCafe Tola #2 — the Empanadas anchors this Roscoe Village mexican spot. Solid veggie options. Blkreider: "They don’t skimp on filling and the crust is light and crispy" [$, patio]
What 971 diners keep saying
What 971 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Love a restaurant that takes the food seriously but not themselves! Very fun atmosphere with the retro decor and pop culture but that just the beginning! The hand made empanadas come in every shape and flavor, from sweet and savory, breakfast to meaty and everything in between. HIGHLY RECOMMEND the potato and poblano pepper, the ham egg cheese, and the apple for dessert. And the horchata lattes is just happiness in a cup 🥰”
“It’s always a good day when I stop at Cafe Tola! Everything is so good!”
“Cafe Tola is one of our favorite places! It’s delicious every time! Cafe Tola continues to be one of our go-to places in the city! The food and coffee is always consistent + the staff are so friendly!”
“I’ve been a fan for a long time. The empanadas are so stuffed, it’s so worth the price. Flavors are great and exactly what I needed on the cold rainy day in Chicago. They gave me an extra as well :)”
“Been passing by this place but only had a chamce to try it a couple of weeks ago. I was drawn by the “Hotchata Latte” which I ordered by tasted more like creamy drink. I would want the horchata taste to be more pronounced but tasted the cinnamon instead. I had the guave cheese empanada which was a hefty size and delicious. I also tried the goat torta which again the taste of goat was overshadowed by the spices, this could be good for some folks but I like to taste the goat ;)”
“Absolutely outstanding! Order the birria and chicken mole with horchata latte.”
“They do so much with so little here. I don’t mean that in a bad way, I say l that with admiration because when I came in they were so busy and handled everything quick, efficiently and the food and coffee was delicious. The small space is just right and they have seating everywhere including outside which my son loved l.”
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