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El Cubanito Menu

Fresh. Authentic. Cuban.

Explore pressed Cuban sandwiches, savory empanadas, Cuban coffee, shakes, sides, and neighborhood favorites served fresh in Chicago.

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Our most Popular Dishes

El Cubanito Steak sandwich with seasoned steak, lettuce, tomato, cheese, and shoestring potatoes in Chicago.

Cubanito Steak

Marinated steak, grilled onions & crispy papitas.

Montuno, Ropa vieja sandwich with tostones

Montuno

Ropa Vieja Sandwich with Tostones

Sandwich Cubano from El Cubanito

Cuban Sandwich

Slow-roasted mojo pork, ham, Swiss cheese & pickles.

Steak, chicken, and shrimp empanadas at El Cubanito.

Empanadas

Golden, flaky handmade pastries with savory fillings.

Café con leche, black coffee, and espresso served at El Cubanito Chicago

CUBAN COFFEE

Bold, smooth & made fresh daily.

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Authentic Cuban Sandwiches

  • Tripleta
    $10
    A Puerto Rican-inspired favorite layered with grilled chicken, steak, ham, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, and our house sauce on fresh french bread.
  • Timba
    $6
    Sweet slices of guava paste with melted cheese and butter, pressed on warm bread.
  • Cubano
    $10
    Our signature Cuban sandwich made with slow-roasted pork, smoked ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard, pressed on authentic French bread until perfectly crispy.
  • Cheese
    $8
    A simple yet satisfying grilled cheese sandwich made with melted cheese on toasted French bread.
  • Cuban American
    $10
    A delicious breakfast sandwich with eggs, ham, cheese, and your choice of breakfast meats served on fresh French bread.
  • Cubanito Steak
    $10
    Our house specialty featuring seasoned steak, melted cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and house sauce on pressed French bread.
  • Ham & Cheese
    $8
    Classic smoked ham and melted cheese served warm on freshly baked French bread.
  • Grilled Chicken
    $10
    Juicy grilled chicken breast topped with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and house sauce on toasted French bread.
  • Crispy Chicken
    $10
    Golden crispy chicken breast served with lettuce, tomatoes, and house sauce on toasted French bread.
  • Ropa Vieja
    $10
    Traditional Cuban shredded beef slowly braised with onions, peppers, and tomatoes, served on toasted Fench bread.
  • Bread & Butter
    $2.75
    Fresh French bread served warm with real butter.
  • Bacon, Egg & Cheese
    $10
    A breakfast classic with crispy bacon, fluffy eggs, and melted cheese on fresh French bread.
  • Steak, Egg & Cheese
    $10.50
    Tender grilled steak, freshly cooked eggs, and melted cheese served on toasted French bread.

Handmade Cuban Empanadas

  • Steak
    $4.25
    Golden baked pastry filled with seasoned steak and traditional Cuban spices.
  • Chicken
    $4.25
    A flaky baked empanada filled with tender seasoned chicken.
  • Tripleta
    $4.25
    Filled with roasted pork, steak, ham, and melted cheese inspired by the famous Tripleta sandwich.
  • Ham
    $4.25
    Classic baked empanada filled with smoked ham and melted cheese.
  • Ropa Vieja
    $4.25
    Traditional shredded Cuban beef slow-cooked with peppers, onions, and tomatoes inside a flaky pastry.
  • Quesito
    $4.25
    Sweet cream cheese filling wrapped in a buttery baked pastry.
  • Camarón
    $4.25
    A savory baked empanada filled with seasoned shrimp and Cuban spices.
  • Cuban
    $4.25
    Our signature Cuban-style empanada featuring roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard.
  • Guava
    $4.25
    Sweet guava filling baked inside a flaky golden pastry.

Traditional Cuban Coffee & Espresso

  • Café con Leche
    $4
    Rich Cuban espresso blended with steamed milk for a smooth and creamy classic.
  • Árabe
    $4
    Traditional Cuban coffee brewed with aromatic spices for a bold and flavorful experience.
  • Café Cubano
    $4
    Strong, sweet Cuban espresso brewed the traditional way with a rich caramel-colored crema.
  • Café Americano
    $4
    Smooth espresso diluted with hot water for a rich yet mellow cup of coffee.
  • Iced Coffee
    $4
    Refreshing chilled coffee served over ice for the perfect pick-me-up.
  • Lagrimita
    $4
    A small amount of warm milk with a touch of Cuban espresso—perfect for a lighter coffee.
  • Hawaiano
    $4
    A tropical-inspired coffee drink combining rich espresso with sweet island flavors.
  • Cortadito
    $4
    Traditional Cuban espresso balanced with steamed milk for a bold yet smooth flavor.
  • Hot Chocolate
    $4
    Rich, creamy hot chocolate made fresh and served warm.
  • Colada
    $4
    A larger serving of traditional Cuban espresso made to share with friends and family.

Cuban Milkshakes

  • Strawberry
    $4.50
    Creamy strawberry milkshake blended with real strawberries and topped with whipped cream.
  • Vanilla
    $4.50
    Smooth vanilla milkshake made with rich ice cream for a timeless favorite.
  • Chocolate
    $4.50
    Classic chocolate shake blended until rich, creamy, and delicious.
  • Café
    $4.50
    Our signature coffee shake combining Cuban coffee with creamy vanilla ice cream.

SOFT DRINKS

  • Water
    $1.75
  • Coco Rico
    $2
    10oz
  • Diet Cola
    $2
    10oz
  • Cola Champagne
    $2
    10oz
  • Jupiña
    $2
  • Coca Cola
    $2
    10oz
  • Coca Cola
    $2.60
    20oz
  • Sprite
    $2
    10oz
  • Sprite
    $2.50
    20oz
  • Materba
    $2
  • Botella de Apple
    $2.50
  • Naranja Bottle
    $2.50
  • Hawaiian Punch
    $2.50
  • Malta
    $2.25

Traditional Cuban Sides

  • Papas Fritas
    $4.25
    Golden crispy French fries cooked to perfection.
  • Maduros
    $5
    Sweet ripe plantains caramelized until perfectly tender.
  • Tostones
    $5
    Twice-fried green plantains served crispy and lightly salted.
  • Montuno
    $7
    Ropa vieja sandwich with Tostones
  • Chicken Chips & Fries
    $8
    Crispy chicken served with golden French fries for a satisfying meal.
  • Ropa Vieja Side
    $10
    A side portion of our slow-cooked Cuban shredded beef.
  • Extra Eggs
    $3
    Add freshly cooked eggs to any breakfast favorite.
  • Extra Steak
    $5
    An additional serving of seasoned grilled steak.
  • Extra Pork
    $5
    Extra slow-roasted Cuban pork to enhance your meal.
  • Extra Bacon
    $3.50
    Crispy smoked bacon added to your favorite sandwich or breakfast.
  • Salsa Picante
    $0.50
    Our house-made spicy sauce for those who enjoy extra heat.
  • Salsa de Ajo
    $0.75
    Creamy garlic sauce made fresh to complement sandwiches and sides.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Our Menu

El Cubanito is known for fresh Cuban sandwiches, steak sandwiches, homemade empanadas, Cuban coffee, and breakfast favorites served throughout the day. Guests especially love the Cubanito Steak Sandwich, Tripleta Sandwich, and Cuban Sandwich.

Yes! We offer vegetarian-friendly options including our sweet plantains (maduros), fried green plantains (tobones), black beans and rice, and fresh custom egg sandwiches during breakfast hours. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions or allergies when ordering.

 

Absolutely. Freshly brewed Cafecito, Cortadito, and Café con Leche are available from open to close, whether you’re dining in during the day or grabbing evening pickup.

We offer a variety of homemade empanadas including Steak, Chicken, Shrimp, Cuban, Tripleta, Ham & Cheese, Ropa Vieja, Guava & Cheese, and Quesito.

Yes. We serve breakfast sandwiches including Egg, Ham & Cheese and Steak, Egg & Cheese, making El Cubanito a great place to start your morning.

Yes, our evening Express Pickup Window (5:00 PM – 10:00 PM) serves our full signature menu of hot pressed sandwiches, sides, desserts, and espresso drinks for fast takeaway.