Cafe Central
1437 W Chicago Ave #1, Chicago
(312) 243-6776
Customers' Favorites
Jibarito Steak Sandwich
Homemade Vanilla Flan
Arañitas De Platano
Asopao de Camarones
Chicken Jibaritos
Flan and Tembleque
Puerto Rican Rice
Fried Pork Chops
Steak Jibarito
Lechon Jibarito
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Recent Reviews
I recently celebrated my 50th birthday at Cafe Central and it was perfect. It was an intimate setting with family and the staff made us feel special. The food was amazing and full of flavor. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about the fresh food. Thank you Mike & team for making such an important milestone so memorable. We can’t wait to come back.
Cafe Central is a true gem. From first glance, you might not expect much—but step inside, and you're welcomed into a space filled with warmth, history, and some of the most authentic Puerto Rican food around.
This place holds a special place in my heart. Growing up, my family would eat in or order out from Cafe Central regularly. Now, years later, I bring my own family here. Full circle, we recently celebrated my Dad’s 70th birthday here, and it was perfect.
One...
This place holds a special place in my heart. Growing up, my family would eat in or order out from Cafe Central regularly. Now, years later, I bring my own family here. Full circle, we recently celebrated my Dad’s 70th birthday here, and it was perfect.
One...
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Love the plaintains in place of bread.
The special stew of the day was goat, and it was great!
Very 'clean' goat if you know what I mean.
Cafe con leche was perfect!
Mike was awesome and treated us like family.
Will be back for sure, when we're in Chicago again.