Cafe Tola
Mexican / Latin American
Serves a variety of empanadas and specialty coffee drinks, including horchata lattes.
Ranked #5 out of 47 Mexican / Latin American restaurants in Lake View, Chicago
Features the #2 of 31 Iced Coffee
horchata latte
The horchata latte impresses with its perfect balance of creamy espresso and refreshing sweetness, enhanced by cinnamon notes.
empanadas (all varieties)
Savory fillings like Ropa Vieja, chorizo, and spinach with ricotta are praised for their freshness and handmade quality.
coconut iced coffee
#2 of 31 Iced Coffee in the area
The coconut iced coffee is refreshing, perfectly balanced in flavor, and not overly sweet, making it a favorite choice.
Overall Flavor — Great
What’s a flavor score?Service — Great
Benny's notes: The empanadas are consistently praised for their flakiness and delicious fillings, complemented by friendly service and a colorful outdoor seating area.
Atmosphere
Noise Level — Average
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