Didn't get very to try the food, the service was as bad as hours posted 11-9p 2 days in a row on…read moretheir fb page but closed when we arrived at 815p( NO SERVICE because it was closed) The ambiance ... uuugh So, I went on their FB which highlighted some tapas and the words ' Tapas - open from 11- 9 and wrote how disappointing that We traveled from up North in Chicago to try & enjoy some tapas which looked good in the picture but to find it closed was our 1st impression and we were ONE & DONE. So we went to patronize another restaurant which was phenomenal ( 5 stars) elsewhere. Someone posing as a customer by the name of ' Mayra ' replied and stated ' back in the day' people would call 1st to find out it it was open.... DUH I replied yep ' back in the day' before social media and cell phones one would call first to find out operating hours but in todays world social media is utilized just for that plus why would one call if its posted on Facebook that they were opened today ( Tuesday March 3rd) from 11-9 I got a reply back- from that person who replied something about accountability. What ???!!?? wait, if i were to be the owner of a business and I'm trying to bring in business, i would monitor said websites / web pages advertising with correct info. ( these 11-9 ) hours were posted 2 days in a row have you. Well all of a sudden I can't seem to find the page on Facebook because it seems that that person named 'Mayra' is most likely an / or the actual owner and instead of apologizing and correcting their error , I was blocked from their page because I cannot find it now. & I started following that page. Oh well Sad , because I would've written a very positive review of what I come to find out a little bit ago in searching their namesake & page that they relocated from Elmwood Park to this location in Oak Park. We patronized them in Elmwood Park in years past and although nothing to write home about 'back in the day' , it follows the same today with how the response was- Poor! Poor mgmnt, poor handling = no patronizing this location in Oak Park. We've had way better and real authentic Cuban food at several locations within Chicago city limits. This place, according to reviews I've read is pricier for the quality of food served and obviously from the actions of the ' so named Mayra' who responded to my reply in their post about we were not happy having come all the way from the city to only find it closed , tells you alot about the business and it's staff / owner--- very poor. No wonder for their very few reviews between time. Pictures look good but the service or whomever manages their web pages speaks volumes of what to expect.

Great food and friendly service but they're a little overpriced, and they have a fee for card…read moretransactions, for aome reason. I had missed breakfast and had to have a late lunch so admittedly I was very hungry: a medianoche sandwich, Cuban coffee, tostones, and two empanadas de guayaba for $38.88. The food itself was authentic Cuban American (it's better here than in Cuba, believe it or not) and the waitress was super friendly, though.

Vegan empanadas ! DELICIOUS! not much seating…read moreService was fast and nice Ambiance was ok

I don't know. Two delicious 4 inch empanadas (chicken and pulled pork) with sauces as hot as you…read morewould want along with beef stew delivered with tip for $23. As for the beef stew, one question, "where's the beef?!" other than a few morsels. I just don't know.

My mom and I walked here from McNeal as my brother is with my dad in hospital- She got hungry and…read morethis is only a block away - We were warmly got greeted and welcomed by lovely host Diana - will review more after we eat but the Cuban coffee is delicious Update: Super fantastic service and ambiance is quaint and relaxing joyous Cuban music Will definitely come back!! Everything was superb!!

Worst Puerto Rican Food I've Ever Had. The Girl On The Phone Couldn't Get The Order Right…read more Expensive & Got The Order Wrong. 3 Jibaritos Lechón, Non Of The Fried Smash Plantians was fresh, They Was Stale, Over Fried Too Almost Broke My Tooth. HARD AS A ROCK! The PR/Cuban Rice Has Absolutely No Flavor. I Ordered Side Of PR/Cuban Rice, They Gave Me White. Taste the same tho, since their signature rice has no flavor. It was such a bad order, I created Yelp. To Warn Other People. I'd Recommend Taking The Drive To Archer or Just Not Getting Food Here At All!

When you order delivery, you usually expect it not to be as good as sitting in the restaurant...but…read morethat was most definitely NOT the case here! I think I finally found THE Cuban spot. Our favorite place that I grew up going to closed down maybe 8 years ago, and this brought me right back to that authentic, mom-and-pop TASTE. The ropa vieja was incredible. And the flan... wow. It instantly took me back to that little spot, with Pedro and his cigar, cooking up outrageously good food and the best flan! A must try!

12/10/25 - Met my buddies here for lunch before the holidays. We get together about twice a year…read more Que Bola Cuban Cafe is in a tiny strip mall on Touhy Ave about 1/2 mile west of River Road in Des Plaines blink & you'll miss it. Cool little place w/good Cuban food definitely worth checking out

Cute and casual ambiance. Not a ton of tables as it's one large room where you order and have…read moretables. Service was fast and friendly. amazing empanadas. Lots of unique and yummy sandwiches to pick from and a few large dishes. Definitely worth coming back. I've tried the ropa vieja sandwich and the guava bbq sandwich and they are both super yummy.

I was told they do not have a dedicated fire so people with Celiac beware…read more I saw one review saying they had gluten free but there is cross-contamination with the fryer.

Food was really good!!!! I got the "El Cubano" and it was very good!…read more The pastry was really good too! It's a must try definitely!

Great little Cuban quick restaurant in small strip mall. Delicious Cuban sandwich. Homemade…read morebread, spicy mustard and pickle gave this ham and pork sandwich a nice little crunch. Sandwich was delivered warm! Little side avocado salad was perfect!

I have drive past this colorful place and finally go to try it. Sat outside on their dog friendly…read morepatio. Clean and spacious outside. Food is amazing. The empanadas were the best. The chicken one was great. The best one was the seasonal shrimp. Amazing and so much shrimp and the sauce was bomb. Service was good. Server came many times to fill water and all staff were nice.

Colorful, casual neighborhood spot for Cuban food. I stopped in for a late lunch and sat outside on…read moretheir sidewalk patio. There's street parking or a small lot in the back. I didn't get anything to drink but they do have a full bar and coffee beverages. For food, I ordered the Cuban sandwich with papa fritas. The sandwich was good, especially the meat, but the fries were not good - wish I had gotten the maduros as a side instead. Service was ok, and food came out relatively quickly. Overall a good option for Cuban food if you're in the area.