La Catedral Cafe - North Lawndale

4.5 ( 201 reviews )
Checking... 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
1407 S Washtenaw Ave., Chicago, IL 60608, United States
+1 773-475-7196
La Catedral Cafe in North Lawndale, Chicago, has garnered rave reviews for its vibrant atmosphere and exceptional customer service. Nestled at 1407 S Washtenaw Ave, this brunch hotspot is truly a culinary gem. Patrons rave about the freshly squeezed juices and delightful iced mexchata, with many arguing it’s the best coffee they’ve ever had. The chilaquiles, especially the verdes, are frequently highlighted for their authentic, rich flavors, making them a must-try for any visitor. A cozy ambiance adorned with unique decor provides the perfect setting for a family-friendly experience, welcoming guests of all ages. The care shown by staff, especially Saul, leaves diners feeling truly valued and wanting to return. Those with a penchant for sweets will relish the French toast paired with arroz con leche, a remarkable fusion of flavors. Maria Escorza sums it up perfectly: "You really can’t go wrong with anything you get here." Overall, La Catedral Cafe is not just a meal, but a warm, flavorful escape in the city.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • Does not have assistive hearing loop
  • Service options
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • On-site services available
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Serves great coffee
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Reservations required
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • Has changing table(s)
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For La Catedral Cafe - North Lawndale

Maria Escorza
Jun 14,2025
If you haven’t been what are you waiting for. Some of my favorites include fresh squeezed orange juice, limonada with chia, green juice, cafe de olla and iced mexchata for drinks. The carne de res en salsa de mango, chilaquiles verdes and enfrijoladas are delicious and for something sweet had the French toast with arroz con leche. You really can’t go wrong with anything you get.
Mireya Delgado
May 23,2025
This was my first time at this location and the customer service is AMAZING! Everyone is polite and courteous and attentive. The food is great as usual. This time I tried their iced mexchata and it was the best iced coffee I’ve had. Lunch hour seemed busy but the staff came by frequently to check on us. The wait time for a table was about 5 mins. Of course the chilaquiles were deliciosos!
Nancy Pacheco
May 21,2025
La Catedral Cafe in Chicago is a hidden gem! I had the cafe de olla and chilaquiles verdes, and both were absolutely delicious. The flavors were rich and authentic, making every bite a treat. The service was warm and friendly, which made the experience even better. The cozy atmosphere and unique decor really added to the charm—it felt like a little escape right in the city. I’ll definitely be returning soon to try more of the menu! Highly recommend for anyone looking for a flavorful and welcoming dining spot!
Gina Espinal
May 20,2025
Saul took such good care of us. He is so attentive to everything and made sure that we were satisfied. I’ve been to La catedral many times and it’s always great service but today just felt a little extra special. Thank you Saul!
Jamie Bojda
Apr 5,2025
Amazing breakfast spot!! Will definitely be coming back. The seating area was huge. We went on a Thursday morning and it was actually quite busy. We got seated right away - very family friendly as we had a stroller with us and two other tables also had strollers. I got the Chef’s Special La Catedral which was amazing. If you like sweet drinks, be sure to get the Cafe Olla as the coffee option that comes with the breakfast. My husband got the chilaquiles rojo which was amazing and had a decent kick to it. We will definitely be coming back. There is also some parking designated for patrons in the parking lot in the back.
Monica Lagunas
Mar 18,2025
Great place, everyone was so attentive. We accidentally dropped a coffee and they quickly replaced it for us. Food was great and the cafe de olla was even better. 10/10
Sandy Santamaria
Mar 17,2025
Visited La Catedral in Little Village for the first time in August but wasn't feeling well enough to really eat much and fully enjoy my food. Since we decided to take another trip to Chicago we needed to visit La Catedral again but this time at their newer location. Much like last time, food was excellent! Service was great as well. Love the atmosphere and the culture that is displayed throughout the restaurant through the decor.
Jocelyn Alv
Mar 14,2025
I visited yesterday with my sister and mom, all i have to say is WOW. My mom usually drinks her coffee with extra cream, el cafe de olla is AMAZING!! She had it just like that, I enjoyed a favorable Horchata with cafe - everything was too good! Daniel was our waiter and let me tell you HE SERVEDDDDD. Had the best experience because of him. His recommendations were on point, chilaquiles verdes y de birria were delicious! 10000/10 worth the hype, ojala que me sirve Daniel cuando regrese.

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