Café Colao
Puerto Rican • $
Serves a variety of Puerto Rican pastries, sandwiches, and coffee in a casual setting with limited indoor seating and outdoor patio options.
Ranked #3 out of 7 Caribbean restaurants in West Town, Chicago
café colao
#1 of 145 Coffee in the area
The café colao features a nutty, slightly sweet flavor that pairs perfectly with fresh pastries and breakfast sandwiches.
cafe con leche
#2 of 145 Coffee in the area
Cafe con leche is praised for its rich, aromatic flavor and perfect milk-to-coffee ratio, making it a must-try.
avena de coco
#2 of 96 Breakfast Sides in the area
Creamy avena de coco, made with coconut milk, is praised for its rich flavor and nostalgic taste reminiscent of home.
cubano
The Cubano features house-baked bread, flavorful meats, and a unique garlic aioli that elevates the entire sandwich experience.
quesitos
Quesitos, a flaky pastry filled with sweet cream cheese, receive high praise for their addictive taste and perfect texture.
Overall Flavor — Great
What’s a flavor score?Service — Good
Benny's notes: The standout guava and cheese pastries and flavorful sandwiches create a beloved local gem, often bustling with loyal customers drawn by the friendly service and authentic atmosphere.
Atmosphere
Noise Level — Average
Known for being...
Phone
+1 773-799-8454Hours
Dietary Options
Features & Amenities
Reviews for Café Colao
901 ratings, but no comments yet. Feed Benny yours below.
More restaurants in West Town, Chicago
Plena Mercancia
Caribbean · 0.1 mi
1492 Cuban Fusion Café
Cuban · $$ · 0.5 mi
Top dish: ropa vieja · 95
Nellie’s Restaurant
Puerto Rican · $$ · 0.2 mi
Top dish: avena de coco · 93
Casa Yari
Puerto Rican · $$ · 0.1 mi
Top dish: desserts (all varieties) · 95
Chucherías Tropical Creations
Caribbean · 0.1 mi
Top dish: quesitos · 87
Cafe Central
Puerto Rican · $ · 1.6 mi
Top dish: chuletas · 88
Jerk. Jamaican Barbecue
Caribbean · 2.4 mi
Top dish: brisket · 92
Puerto Rico Food & Liquors
Caribbean · $ · 0.3 mi
Top dish: tamales · 83
La Bruquena
Puerto Rican · $$ · 0.1 mi
Top dish: jibaritos · 80
Esmeralda's Lounge
Caribbean · 0.1 mi
Revolver
Caribbean · $$ · 1.3 mi
Top dish: appetizers (all varieties) · 74
Cafe Trinidad To Go
Caribbean · 2.3 mi
Top dish: jerk chicken · 83