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    Omarcitos Latin Cafe

    4.8 (130 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Loud
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Tabitha W.

    Fun vibe that's great for the summertime. On our second visit, they had a DJ, and it was way too loud though. Love that they have several vegetarian options. Chilaquiles ended up being a little spicier than we would have preferred.

    Nicole J.

    OMG!! So good! The owner is so fun- and the whole place was just fun to be. I got fish, empanadas, an egg sandwich, aqua Fresca, and coffee!! And everything was so delicious! I wish I lived in Chicago and could go back next week. It is set up in a food truck -in an outdoor bldg. lots of tables and chairs to eat- but he will tell you - don't sit first- place your order then find a seat, it helps the process and it seemed to work. Live Dj and a drummer- simple decorations but well done- beautiful paintings- bright colors- just makes you happy! I was happy even before because there is a huge painting of Sade on the outside!

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    Ashley C.

    I had such an amazing experience at Omarcitos today. I stumbled across an IG reel of this food spot, and I immediately knew I had to check them out. The cafe has such an interesting set up. You order from what appears to be a food truck, and there is an outdoor (open concept) and indoor seating. We ordered the steak sandwich and ropa vieja plate. The steak sandwich was DELICIOUS. The bread was crispy, and the meat was flavorful and juicy. The sandwich also paired so well with their garlic side sauces. The Ropa vieja was also so insanely yummy. The beef was so juicy and savory. The garlic rice was also so yummy. I'm not a huge fan of plantains, but the plantains were actually pretty decent! Overall, I had an excellent experience at Omarcitos. I cannot wait to come back once it gets warmer!!

    Ropa Vieja Jibarito
    Lauren F.

    Omar is the nicest guy, and I'm glad I stopped by this spot. The ropa vieja in my Jibarito was so flavorful, and I loved the garlic sauce. I didn't love the dough for the empanada, but you can't go wrong with guava and cream cheese. I also had to try the passionfruit parfait. The only thing that threw me off was all the seeds - I felt like my mouth was full of seeds the whole time. There is tons of outside seating, my food came out fast, and service was fantastic. All in all, I would definitely come back for the jibaritos (and a plate of that ropa vieja!).

    Spencer H.

    Reputation speaks for itself. Delicious food, unique high end service, and for shockingly reasonable price. Loved our meal and will be back! Food: beef and pork were our favorite meats. Wasn't crazy about the catfish. Sandwich bread was better than the jibarito. Wish I would've gotten at least one plate to try the rice. Sauces are fire! Drinks: cafecito is money Service: Omar makes you feel like a special customer even if it's your first time there. Thank you!

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    Linda P.

    We have been wanting to try this place since our daughter moved to Logan Square over 3 years ago. But the hours never matched up with our visits. She and her partner raved about it. We finally made it yesterday. The food was freakin AMAZING! There was a line but it moved quickly. Plenty of outdoor seating and some covered patio type seating. Agua fescas and ropa Viejo are highly recommended. Customer service was quick and very polite and helpful. I had a small amount of leftovers to take home but wished I'd ordered more to go so I could have more of it.

    Fish plate
    Elellta T.

    Easily one of the best casual lunch spots I've tried. Omar is incredible! So welcoming, warm, and genuinely helpful. He guided us through the menu, made great recommendations, and you can tell he really cares about giving everyone an amazing experience. The service felt top tier because of him. The food was simply the best. The standout was the steak sandwich. It looks like your standard sandwich, but the flavors are wild rich, balanced, and way more elevated than you'd expect. The Pollo Adobado was a close second. The chicken was unbelievably tender and paired perfectly with the delicious yellow rice. The sweet plantains were great too, actually sweet, soft, and cooked just right.

    ropa vieja jibarito, bistec encebollado plate, Timba Empanada
    Brooklyn N.

    Had been dying to try this place and it did not disappoint! The staff, including Omar himself, were extremely friendly & helpful with the menu. I felt like I was walking into my family's house the way they treated us! The ropa vieja jiberito was to die for. Such an amazing blend of flavors and textures. The plate was great too. The garlic sauce and green spicy sauce really enhanced the flavors too. An amazing blend of everything that makes Latin culture great. Went on a rainy day, but the patio seemed like it would be so nice on a sunny day. I will be back!

    Outdoor patio area. Ordering counter. Service area.
    Ray D.

    If it's your first time, don't be shy walk up close and introduce yourself. Omar will want to know your name! Cash is king, digital payments of all kinds available but everyone appreciates cash and there's fewer fees. Best of its kind. Bring friends. There's some indoor seating all year. No weak points.

    Fish Jibarito
    Katherine G.

    Jibaritos! Every time my bf kept saying I needed to try these, I thought he kept saying he-burritos. So my mind is expecting burritos hahah. But WOW. What an experience! They are a style of sandwich that is bursting with flavor. A balance of sweet and savory perfection! I tried the family favorite Fish Jibarito! Everything about this item... the tomatoes , the crispy fish, the everything! It's nothing like I have ever tasted before! 10/10 for me! Omar, the owner, is so kind & patient! This man and his team is working hard to serve everyone. We were in line for quite some time, and when we got to the front, Omar greeted us , learnt our names and carefully took our order. You can tell he cares about his business and his people! After we sat, i noticed The line that was behind us kept growing and growing! If its your first time, like it was for us, patience and excitement is key! The wait is WORTH IT. They also had some music playing & a DJ, so dance while you wait!

    Ropa Vieja Sandwich
    Sydney R.

    What a gem. Omar is an absolutely electric guy and the food is top notch. Steak jibarito a little messy but delicious and the ropa vieja sandwich was flavored to perfection. Can't wait to come back in warmer weather.

    Jocelyn G.

    Finally got around to trying this place and it's sooo good! Got two different jibaritos. I forgot the names but one came with shredded beef and the other with pulled pork. Both were delicious but the shredded beef one was better. The fried plantain was super crispy and you can tell the sandwich was made fresh. I've had jibaritos y más before and it's hard for me to decide which place I like better. Super friendly staff and the owner is very personable!

    Lechon plate with tostones, Bistec plate with platanos and empanadas
    Erika J.

    We had the most delicious lunch with fun vibes, nice art and music. Loved their green spicy sauce! Everything was packed with flavor, my husband said it was the best empanada he ever had. Service was fast and friendly. I bought some sofrito and garlic paste to take home. Will definitely be back

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    Not only is the food incredible, but the costumer service is phenomenal! Great ambiance and Omar really makes you feel at home!

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    Food was a 4 line is the only reason it is not a 5. Once you order it was relatively quick need a few chairs to sit and wait

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    The food is sofa king good. These are the kind of flavors that you can't get in the city

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