Q'bo Latin Café
3953 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL
Crema's Take
“This newer Latin café strikes a beautiful balance between serious coffee craftsmanship and vibrant neighborhood gathering spot, with expertly made drinks like their Spanish Mocha Latte and creative matcha lattes that draw real enthusiasm from regulars. What truly sets Q'bo apart is their commitment to in-house baking and traditional Latin fare—their chicken empanadas have earned genuine "best in the city" praise, and the aroma of fresh arepas greeting you at the door tells you everything about their dedication to authentic flavors. The warmth of the staff and the welcoming energy make it equally perfect for a quick caffeine boost while your car gets serviced or lingering over lunch with friends and family.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Came here while my car got serviced and had a wonderful experience. The staff were so sweet and helpful. I got the strawberry matcha latte and it was good! I’m hoping to come back to try the food sometime. The baked pastries looked incredible.
This is a new spot that I hadn’t seen before. What drew me in was the passionfruit juice and boba - two of my favorite things. When I stepped inside, I was greeted with the comforting smell of arepas and a large menu to choose from. The owner, Lili, was working the register, and the other owner was in the back making each meal fresh to order. EVERYTHING is fresh and made in house. All the baked goods (the alfajores, my favorite!) the empanadas, and even the juices made from scratch. Those were the best empanadas I’ve ever had in my life. They actually change out the frying oil every theee days to preserve freshness. They were so light compared to the usual heaviness of an empanada. They were perfect. And the sauces were divine. My favorite is the chipotle and the garlic sauce mixed together. Many Venezuelan places in the area tend to be “upscale” and therefore cost a pretty penny. This is well made “street-food” and is a nice way to eat food from the motherland without breaking the bank. The atmosphere is perfect. It’s a well-lit place to get some work done without the music blaring like many other cafes. There is something for everyone there. I went back the next day and plan to take my family there soon. Buen provecho!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had a fantastic lunch at Q’Bo Latin Cafe today and couldn’t be happier with the experience. We enjoyed a cappuccino and a Spanish Mocha Latte—both were excellent and perfectly made. For food, we had the chicken arepas, a ham and cheese empanada, and a pork empanada, and every bite was delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. We also tried two desserts that were absolutely wonderful and the perfect way to end the meal. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the staff was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive, which made the experience even better. Highly recommend Q’Bo Latin Cafe for great coffee, amazing food, and a relaxed, welcoming vibe. We’ll definitely be back!
Newer beautiful cafe in the neighborhood. I got the chicken empanadas, alfajores and nutella cake. This was the best empanadas I’ve ever had in the city. Bakeries all in house made and you can tell. Super delicious and you can taste it is made with love. Perfect stop during my lunch break. Absolutely coming back. Owner was very friendly and caring. Highly recommend.
Loved this place!! The empanadas were amazing. I highly recommend the chicken and the pabellón one. The cheese and potatoes was also really good, and ask for the tomato sauce. The smoothies are made with real fruit and the waiters are flexible with what you want. And order the pumpkin muffin! You won’t regret it.
Crema Reviews
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