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Cafe con Leche
Master Critic Review
Cafe con Leche
8.2
Cafe Con Leche is Logan Square’s longtime Latin all-day café, serving Mexican breakfasts, coffee drinks, and heartier platos in a lively room. Morning crowds mix chilaquiles, egg plates, and breakfast sandwiches with café con leche before the space shifts toward lunch and dinner.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chilaquiles, Breakfast Burrito, Huevos Rancheros
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 6.3
Consistency: 8.5
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 7.8
Cultural Relevance: 8.4
What makes it special: Latin-leaning breakfast plates and coffee in a high-traffic neighborhood staple.
Who should go: Diners loving Mexican-style breakfasts and lively rooms.
When to visit: Late mornings on weekdays for quicker, relaxed service.
What to order: Chilaquiles, breakfast burrito, huevos rancheros.
Insider tip: Ask about salsa options if you like extra heat with eggs.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Mainly street parking — metered spots along Milwaukee Ave and side-street residential parking that can fill during brunch rush.
Dress code: Casual — jeans, sneakers, and relaxed daytime wear are completely appropriate.
Noise level: Lively during peak brunch with conversational pockets — you can talk, but expect steady background noise.
Weekend wait: Typically minimal or none — busiest hours are brunch rather than dinner.
Weekday lunch: Usually little to no wait except during peak school-day lunch breaks.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — several egg plates, chilaquiles variations, and veggie add-ons can be made meat-free.
Vegan options: Limited — a few modifiable items (hold cheese/cream), but menu leans egg- and dairy-forward.
Gluten-free options: Partial — some plates can be adapted (corn tortillas, rice-based sides), but no dedicated GF kitchen.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Good for a casual daytime date — energetic, social, and low-pressure, better for conversation over coffee and chilaquiles than an intimate, candlelit vibe.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — walk-ins are common, but expect a wait during weekend brunch; add your name to the list and plan for a short hold, especially for larger groups.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes — daytime crowd includes families, high-chairs are typically available, and the menu has shareable plates suitable for school-age kids and up.
Best For
Better for: Lively Latin-style breakfast plates, large portions, and social brunch energy with strong coffee service.
Skip if: You want a quiet, hushed brunch, highly specialized espresso program, or extensive vegan/gluten-free options.
Hours
Monday9am - 10pm
Tuesday9am - 10pm
Wednesday9am - 10pm
Thursday9am - 10pm
Friday9am - 10pm
Saturday9am - 10pm
Sunday9am - 10pm