(773) 862-5996
2111 W Armitage Ave
Chicago,
IL
60647
41.9175
-87.6806
Neighborhoods: North Side, Bucktown
What People Are Saying About Cafe Laguardia
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – Ceiling fans, palm trees and leopard and zebra prints lend this family-run Cuban restaurant the feel of a quirky island getaway. Leather couches at the entrance serve as impromptu seating for lounge diners, while a mixed crowd of singles linger over drinks at the buzzing bar. – – The Food – The extensive menu features traditional Cuban meat and seafood dishes, along with some Brazilian, Mexican and Caribbean plates. Starters include satisfying standards like ground beef croquettes and beef or shrimp empanadas. The house specialty is paella Valencia, with…
07/27/09
Cuban Awesomeness!
by MsTexas
All I have to say is this was some of the best food I've ever had. I went with friends on a Wed night and I have to say everything from the steak nachos, to the empanadas, to the band to the dancing was OFF THE HOOK. Our server was so attentive, not to mention Carlo the owner. I had the short ribs for dinner and they were delicious...fell off the bone and great flavor. I will definitely be heading back...probably this week...
p.s. get there early if there's band...
- Pros: Food, Drinks, Service, Band and Dancing
08/18/08
Huge portions!
by wkugirl
Went here for a lunch with five friends. Server must have been brand new but he was friendly and attentive. The questions he could not answer he found someone who could. One friend and I split the paella. It says it will feed 2-3 but it is more like 4. The paella was presented in the pan it was cooked in and looked and smelled great! We enjoyed it and had leftovers for another day. Our friends ordered a combo entree and they could have easily split it. The BBQ on their entree was yummy. We also ordered a pitcher of Sangria. It was tasty. We ate a late lunch so we did not wait for a table and it was not crowded. The tables are very close together though so I would guess they pack you in tight on busy nights. Good drink menu.
07/26/08
good food, good value, friendly service
by pink75
We felt welcomed the moment we stepped in. The man who greeted us perhaps he was one of the owner was welcoming and we were seated promptly. We were not crazy with the ambience, we thought it was too dark. Perhaps if they can brighten up the room a bit I would give it 5 stars. However, we were not disappointed with the food. The price was reasonable. We might come back for the food but will sit by the window.
- Pros: good food, good value
- Cons: ambience, it was too dark.
The Details on Cafe Laguardia
When to Go:
Try Tuesdays when Cafe Laguardia features live music or Wednesdays when jumbo margaritas are a mere $5. Weekends are jam-packed but fun.
What to Drink:
The mojito (a sweetened rum drink of crushed mint) is great, but the caipirinha outshines it. A Brazilian concoction, it's made with fresh squeezed limes, sugar and rum.
Know Before You Go:
Even with a reservation, you may end up waiting a while for a table. Plus, dishes are prepared to order and some can take up to 45 minutes, so prepare for a leisurely meal.
Category:
Smoking Permitted:
At Bar
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