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2489 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL
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Event Capabilities & Rentals
Chicago's Best Empanadas
Breakfast Buffets
El Famoso Breakfast Taco Bar Buffet
Breakfast Tacos/Burritos
Other Breakfast Options
Chilaquiles
Taco Bar Buffet
Tacos, Burritos & Bowls
Los Guisados
Soups/Caldos/Pozole
Coffee & Espresso Drinks
Other Beverages

Event Capabilities & Rentals

BEST FOR AFTER PARTIES, WEDDINGS, MARATHONS, FUNDRAISERS, SPORTING EVENTS, SCHOOL, OPEN HOUSES , ETC! (FOR EVENTS SERVING MIN. 300 PRE-PACKED EMPANADAS OR TACOS, TRUCK AVAILABLE FOR 2 HRS MIN. FOR EVENTS SERVING MIN. 550 PRE-PACKED ITEMS, TRUCK AVAILABLE FOR 4 HRS. MIN.)
  • Grab and Go Food Truck

    BEST FOR AFTER PARTIES, WEDDINGS, MARATHONS, FUNDRAISERS, SPORTING EVENTS, SCHOOL, OPEN HOUSES , ETC! (FOR EVENTS SERVING MIN. 300 PRE-PACKED EMPANADAS OR TACOS, TRUCK AVAILABLE FOR 2 HRS MIN. FOR EVENTS SERVING MIN. 550 PRE-PACKED ITEMS, TRUCK AVAILABLE FOR 4 HRS. MIN.)
    $254.00
  • Lemont Vintage Food Trailer (Includes 1 Server)

    $402.00
  • Taco Cart Action Station with Taco Chefs (Includes 2 Chefs)

    GREAT FOR POP-UP EVENTS, CORPORATE BRANDING, CONCERT VENUES, VOLUME EVENTS! (MIN. 75 GUESTS) (MIN. 2 TACO CHEFS INCLUED IN FEE) (MIN. 2 HOURS ON SITE)
    $400.00
  • Heated Empanada Display Case With/Without Bicycle (Includes 1 server)

    FOR UNIQUE EVENTS! OPEN HOUSES, DESPEDIDAS, BIRTHDAY PARTIES, AND MORE! ELECTRICITY NOTE: We always come with an extension cord for power to heat the empanada case - please let us know if you need us to bring our own power generator or if on-site power is available. STAFFING & RUNTIME NOTES: Fee includes 1 server for min. 4 hours paid $26/hr.
    $154.00
  • Paleta Cart

    GREAT FOR POP-UP EVENTS, CORPORATE BRANDING, CONCERT VENUES, VOLUME EVENTS! (MIN. 500 GUESTS) (MIN. 2 HOURS ON SITE) (FEE INCLUDES MIN. 1 SERVER FOR 2 HOURS @ $26/hr) *mAKE ALL STAFF OPTIONS*
    $202.00
  • Disposable Chafers & Sternos

    $21.00
  • Plates, Napkins, & Utensils

    $1.59

Chicago's Best Empanadas

  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Lechon (Garlic Pork)

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Lechon (Garlic Pork)

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Lechon (Garlic Pork)

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Red Spicy Pork

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Red Spicy Pork

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Red Spicy Pork

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Green Spicy Pork

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Green Spicy Pork

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Green Spicy Pork

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Beef Sirloin

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Beef Sirloin

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Beef Sirloin

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Ropa Vieja (Cuban Braised Beef)

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Ropa Vieja (Cuban Braised Beef)

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Ropa Vieja (Cuban Braised Beef)

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Steak, Bean, & Potato

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Steak, Bean, & Potato

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Steak, Bean, & Potato

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Rajas, Potato, & Cheese

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Rajas, Potato, & Cheese

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Rajas, Potato, & Cheese

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Pintos & Cheese

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Pintos & Cheese

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Pintos & Cheese

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Spinach, Ricotta, & Mozzarella

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Spinach, Ricotta, & Mozzarella

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Spinach, Ricotta, & Mozzarella

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Black Bean, Goat Cheese, & Plantain

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Black Bean, Goat Cheese, & Plantain

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Black Bean, Goat Cheese, & Plantain

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Seasonal Veggie

    $3.29
  • Mini (3 Oz) Seasonal Veggie

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Seasonal Veggie

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Ham, Egg, & Cheese

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Ham, Egg, & Cheese

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Ham, Egg, & Cheese

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Mexican Egg

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Mexican Egg

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Mexican Egg

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Chorizo & Egg

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Chorizo & Egg

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Chorizo & Egg

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Chicken Salsa Verde

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Chicken Salsa Verde

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Chicken Salsa Verde

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Buffalo Chicken

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Buffalo Chicken

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Buffalo Chicken

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Chicken Tinga

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Chicken Tinga

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Chicken Tinga

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Chicken Mole

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Chicken Mole

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Chicken Mole

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Coconut Curry

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Coconut Curry

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Coconut Curry

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Spicy Sirloin

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Spicy Sirloin

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Spicy Sirloin

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) PB & J

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) PB & J

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) PB & J

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Nutella & Banana

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Nutella & Banana

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Nutella & Banana

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Apple Pie

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Apple Pie

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Apple Pie

    $6.99
  • Cocktail (1.5 Oz) Guava & Cheese

    $3.59
  • Mini (3 Oz) Guava & Cheese

    $4.99
  • Full Size (6 Oz) Guava & Cheese

    $6.99

Breakfast Buffets

  • Classic Continental

    Sweet rolls & fresh fruit
    $13.00
  • Horchata French Toast

    Hft, scrambled eggs, fresh fruit, breakfast meats, & potatoes
    $18.00
  • Classic American

    Scrambled eggs, pancakes, fresh fruit, breakfast meats & potatoes
    $18.00

El Famoso Breakfast Taco Bar Buffet

  • Chorizo & Eggs

    Scrambled eggs, potatoes, pico de gallo, & Mexican chorizo
    $21.00
  • Machaca Con Huevo

    Scrambled eggs, shredded beef, & pico de gallo
    $21.00
  • Huevos a La Mexicana

    Scrambled eggs & pico de gallo
    $21.00
  • Ham, Eggs, & Cheese

    Scrambled eggs & chopped ham & American cheese
    $21.00
  • Seasonal Veggies, Eggs, & Queso Fresco

    Scrambled eggs, seasonal veggies & American cheese
    $21.00
  • Bacon, Egg, & Cheese

    Scrambled eggs, bacon & American cheese
    $21.00
  • Biggie Smalls

    Skirt steak, egg, & cheese
    $21.00

Breakfast Tacos/Burritos

  • Chorizo, Egg, & Potato

    $5.49
  • Bacon, Egg, & Cheese*

    $5.99
  • Egg, Potato, & Cheese

    $5.49
  • Machaca (Shredded Beef & Eggs)

    $6.49
  • Ham, Egg, & Cheese

    $5.49
  • Biggie Smalls*

    $6.59
  • Seasonal Veggie & Egg

    $5.49
  • Pork Belly, Beans, & Egg

    $6.59
  • Polish Sausage, Cheese, & Egg

    $6.59
  • Smoked Salmon & Egg

    Minimum order 6 tacos
    $8.00

Other Breakfast Options

  • Breakfast Empanadas

    $6.19
  • Yogurt Parfaits

    $8.00

Chilaquiles

  • Half Sheet Plain

    $48.00
  • Large Sheet Plain

    $68.00
  • Half Sheet Chicken Mole

    $65.00
  • Large Sheet Chicken Mole

    $125.00
  • Half Sheet Seasonal Veggie

    $65.00
  • Large Sheet Seasonal Veggie

    $125.00
  • Half Sheet Chicken Tinga

    $65.00
  • Large Sheet Chicken Tinga

    $125.00
  • Half Sheet Al Pastor

    $70.00
  • Large Sheet Al Pastor

    $135.00
  • Half Sheet Skirt Steak

    $70.00
  • Large Sheet Skirt Steak

    $135.00
  • Half Sheet Chicken Salsa Verde

    $65.00
  • Large Sheet Chicken Salsa Verde

    $125.00

Taco Bar Buffet

  • 2 Choices

    $18.00
  • 3 Choices

    $21.00

Tacos, Burritos & Bowls

  • A La Carte

    $4.25
  • Steak

    $4.49
  • Chicken Tinga

    $4.49
  • Al Pastor

    $4.29
  • Birria (BBQ Goat)

    $6.69
  • Green Spicy Pork & Cactus

    $4.49
  • Grilled Seasonal Veggies

    $4.29
  • Chicken Salsa Verde

    $4.09

Los Guisados

  • Small - Half Sheet Pan Fajitas De Pollo

    Chicken fajitas. Most popular
    $75.00
  • Large - Full Size Pan Fajitas De Pollo

    Chicken fajitas. Most popular
    $150.00
  • Small - Half Sheet Pan Fajitas De Carne Asada

    Steak fajitas. Most popular
    $85.00
  • Large - Full Size Pan Fajitas De Carne Asada

    Steak fajitas. Most popular
    $170.00
  • Small - Half Sheet Pan Lechon

    Roasted garlic pork. Most popular
    $80.00
  • Large - Full Size Pan Lechon

    Roasted garlic pork. Most popular
    $160.00
  • Small - Half Sheet Pan Puerco en Chile Rojo

    Pork, chile puya, & potatoes. Most popular
    $75.00
  • Large - Full Size Pan Puerco en Chile Rojo

    Pork, chile puya, & potatoes. Most popular
    $150.00
  • Small - Half Sheet Pan Puerco Con Nopales

    Pork, cactus, tomatillos, & jalapeños. Most popular
    $75.00
  • Large - Full Size Pan Puerco Con Nopales

    Pork, cactus, tomatillos, & jalapeños. Most popular
    $150.00
  • Small - Half Sheet Pan Ropa Vieja Con Papas

    Cuban braised beef & potatoes. Most popular
    $75.00
  • Large - Full Size Pan Ropa Vieja Con Papas

    Cuban braised beef & potatoes. Most popular
    $150.00
  • Small - Half Sheet Pan Pollo Guisado

    Chicken, sofrito, potatoes, & carrots
    $60.00
  • Large - Full Size Pan Pollo Guisado

    Chicken, sofrito, potatoes, & carrots
    $120.00
  • Small - Half Sheet Pan Bistec a La Mexicana

    Steak, tomato, grilled jalapeño, & onion. Most popular
    $85.00
  • Large - Full Size Pan Bistec a La Mexicana

    Steak, tomato, grilled jalapeño, & onion. Most popular
    $170.00
  • Small - Half Sheet Pan Tostadas De Tinga

    Chipotle chicken, tostadas, lettuce, sour cream, & queso fresco
    $60.00
  • Large - Full Size Pan Tostadas De Tinga

    Chipotle chicken, tostadas, lettuce, sour cream, & queso fresco
    $120.00
  • Small - Half Sheet Pan Mexican Rice

    Most popular
    $40.00
  • Large - Full Size Pan Mexican Rice

    Most popular
    $80.00
  • Small - Half Sheet Pan Elotes

    Roasted corn. Most popular
    $50.00
  • Large - Full Size Pan Elotes

    Roasted corn. Most popular
    $100.00
  • Small - Half Sheet Pan Arroz Con Gandules

    Puerto Rican rice. Most popular
    $50.00
  • Large - Full Size Pan Arroz Con Gandules

    Puerto Rican rice. Most popular
    $100.00
  • Small - Half Sheet Pan Arroz Con Poblano

    Poblano pepper rice
    $45.00
  • Large - Full Size Pan Arroz Con Poblano

    Poblano pepper rice
    $90.00
  • Small - Half Sheet Pan Potato Salad

    $50.00
  • Large - Full Size Pan Potato Salad

    $100.00
  • Small - Half Sheet Pan Spicy Potatoes

    $50.00
  • Large - Full Size Pan Spicy Potatoes

    $100.00
  • Small - Half Sheet Pan Platanos Maduros

    Sweet plantains
    $50.00
  • Large - Full Size Pan Platanos Maduros

    Sweet plantains
    $100.00
  • Small - Half Sheet Pan Tostones

    Fried plantains
    $50.00
  • Large - Full Size Pan Tostones

    Fried plantains
    $100.00
  • Small - Half Sheet Pan Black Beans

    $45.00
  • Large - Full Size Pan Black Beans

    $90.00
  • Small - Half Sheet Pan Pinto Beans

    $45.00
  • Large - Full Size Pan Pinto Beans

    $90.00

Soups/Caldos/Pozole

  • Small - 32 Oz Pozole Verde De Pollo

    Salsa verde, chicken, & hominy. Most popular
    $14.29
  • Large - 1 Gallon Pozole Verde De Pollo

    Salsa verde, chicken, & hominy. Most popular
    $50.00
  • Small - 32 Oz Pozole Rojo De Puerco

    Red chile spicy pork & hominy. Most popular
    $14.29
  • Large - 1 Gallon Pozole Rojo De Puerco

    Red chile spicy pork & hominy. Most popular
    $50.00
  • Vegan Pozole Verde

    Salsa verde, veggies, & hominy
    $50.00

Coffee & Espresso Drinks

  • Coffee Box Hot 96 Ounces

    Hot coffee includes double wall cups, stir sticks, lids, cream & sweeteners
    $26.00
  • Cold Brew

    $45.00
  • Horchata Latte Iced

    Cuban espresso & homemade horchata
    $45.00
  • Horchata Latte Hot

    Cuban espresso & homemade horchata
    $45.00
  • Cafe Con Leche Iced

    Cuban espresso, sugar cane syrup, & milk
    $32.00
  • Cafe Con Leche Hot

    Cuban espresso, sugar cane syrup, & milk
    $32.00
  • Spicy Mocha Iced

    Espresso, spicy chocolate, & milk
    $42.00
  • Spicy Mocha Hot

    Espresso, spicy chocolate, & milk
    $42.00
  • Dulce De Leche Iced

    Cuban espresso, caramel sauce, vanilla, & milk
    $42.00
  • Dulce De Leche Hot

    Cuban espresso, caramel sauce, vanilla, & milk
    $42.00

Other Beverages

  • Horchata (96 Oz) (ICED OR HOT)

    $36.00
  • Spicy Mango Lemonade (1 Gal)

    $44.00
  • Lavendar Lemonade (1 Gal)

    $44.00
  • Lemonade (1 Gal)

    $36.00
  • Glass Bottled Beverages

    $3.00
  • Water & Canned Drinks

    $1.75

Cafe Tola Locations and Hours

1625 W Addison St

(773) 661-1869
1625 W Addison St, Chicago, IL 60613
Closed • Opens Sunday at 8AM

2489 North Milwaukee Avenue

(773) 560-6071
2489 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647
Closed • Opens Sunday at 8AM

3612 North Southport Avenue

(773) 560-6071
3612 North Southport Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613
Closed • Opens Sunday at 8AM
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