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90 Miles Cuban Cafe
You can start your day out with a great breakfast of omelette's, pastries and our famous cafe con leche.
A taste of the forbidden is closer than you think, with our mouthwatering authentic hot Cuban sandwiches. End your night with our delicious signature dinners accompanied with all the traditional sides-from congris to black beans and rice and maduros to tostones. We also offer a wide variety of healthy and vegetarian alternatives. Mi casa es tu casa.
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A taste of the forbidden is closer than you think, with our mouthwatering authentic hot Cuban sandwiches. End your night with our delicious signature dinners accompanied with all the traditional sides-from congris to black beans and rice and maduros to tostones. We also offer a wide variety of healthy and vegetarian alternatives. Mi casa es tu casa.
62 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 62 reviews
5 stars
(22)
4 stars
(32)
3 stars
(5)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(39)
- good for groups(33)
- great for outdoor dining(30)
- fit for foodies(24)
- great for lunch(16)
- hot spot(11)
90 Miles Cuban Cafe Reviews List
Review 1 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
won't be my last visit!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was my 1st visit to this restaurant and it was an awesome experience. The staff was friendly & knowledgeable, They gave my family & I great recommendations. The food was Phenomenal and flavorful."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 2 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mothers Day afternoon
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The place had a great feel and vibe, the aji relleno and empanadas (soy beef) appetizers were excellent. Had the bistec, fish, and vegetarian plates, all were delicious. Service could have been better, and we had to wait over 40 minutes after our reservation time for a table. Given this was mothers day, it could be forgiven. Had the bread pudding for dessert, that was outstanding. Overall, very good food and experience, would definitely come back again."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"An overall, the restaurant was pretty descent, something different to do. My mom liked, would like to come back."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, late-night find, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 4 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
90 Miles is closer than you think
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Laid back groove, attentive service, and do not turn down the sangría mix they offer to go with your BYO wine!"
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Cuban Comes to Chicago!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"90 Miles is a great restaurant with a quality menu of cuban cuisine. The empanadas were FANTASTIC! We got 4 different ones and each one was better than the last. There was a menu misunderstanding on my dish and a gentlement came over to me and said directly, "if it's not what you thought, I"ll make you a new one. The customer satisfaction is top priority." This is something that has never been said outright to me. Great price, great food, and BYOB is always a nice addition. Highly recommend."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 6 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Impressive
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I just moved to the neighborhood about a month ago, and in that time I have already heard from numerous people that I must try this restaurant. Had a reservation Saturday night (good idea to have the reservation), and all the people raving about this place were right. Sure, it's a little pricey (average $16-$17 for a full entree), but the portions are certainly appropriate, and the food was out of sight! Not to mention it's BYOB, so you're saving a ton on drinks. Service was phenomenal and everything was hot, quick, and delicious. The ambience was amazing as well, beautifully lit, a little quirky in the decor. Looking forward to trying brunch, and many dinners to come!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food at 90 Miles was very good. The empanadas as a appetizer are must try, you get 3 which are enough for 2 people to split. The dinner plates were also very good. It is byob and if you bring rum as we did I would recommend getting the mojito pitcher which you make your own drinks. The ambience in the place is amazing, the crowd although packed during our dinner was very energetic but not to the point to where we couldn't have a conversation. This is a must try if you like Cuban food, would totally go back again"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 8 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I thought the food was very good, but there are a couple of sandwich items that have the same name as the dinner plate items. I pointed to the sandwich and said the name, and was actually given the, more expensive, dinner plate, instead of the sandwich. We corrected the waiter and he said if i wanted the dinner he would just charge me for the sandwich. So just be careful in ordering the correct item, and making sure it's correct. I like the BYOB concept, always, but if you're having their sangria it is a bit pricey considering you use your own alcohol."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 9 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 10 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We had been to this restaurant
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had been to this restaurant last year, but this time around was extremely disappointing. The service was bad, the restaurant was unorganized and the food was sub-par. We had other tables taking chairs from our table to seat themselves. They couldn't get our orders right. It was enough to make us not want to go back because there are several Cuban restaurants in Chicago that are just as good."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2013
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Review 11 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
EXCELLENT food and GREAT staff!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"EXCELLENT food and GREAT staff! Love the ambiance of the 90 Miles!"
Dined on 04/21/2013
2013
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Review 12 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The number one spot I take
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The number one spot I take people to. Love it!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 13 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Be sure to make reservations!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Be sure to make reservations! The place is smaller so it fills up fast!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
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Review 14 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Went here on a whim with my
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went here on a whim with my girlfirend while in Chicago. We were blown away at the quality of the food and the service, and we were totally unprepared for the fantastic food. We have had cuban a few
times before, but we have never had it on this level.. In addition to the magnificent food, we had a wonderful server who was attentive without hovering."
times before, but we have never had it on this level.. In addition to the magnificent food, we had a wonderful server who was attentive without hovering."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great wait staff. Wonderful
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great wait staff. Wonderful menu selection and tasty entrees."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2006
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Review 16 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I was very disappointed, the
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I was very disappointed, the food was very underflavored and the atmosphere was very loud and my boyfriend and I could hardly keep a conversation."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find
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Review 17 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
90 Miles is just too far from me :)
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Being from Canada, we don't have a lot of Cuban food available. 90 Miles was recommended by a friend in Chicago and I have to admit, I was blown away.
Its a very rustic, tasty food spot that leaves you remembering how good food can be. There is a plethora of choices, and our waiter was extremely knowledgeable and helpful.
If you go to this place, I definitely suggest the Trio of empenada's since it really gives a great sample of the food. Everything I ate was tasty and hot to order.
I'll definitely return!"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 18 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food for the Soul - Cuban-style!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was my second recent visit to "90 Miles" on Armitage - both were totally enjoyable. Now a Chicagoan, I'm a former resident of Caracas and a regular visitor to Santiago and Miami, so I am experienced with the variety of Latin food. Cuban food is always "food for the soul" for me - maybe it was the summer I spent in La Habana when I was a child. The food at "90 Miles" is perfectly executed traditional Cuban food. Bring a bottle of Chilean or Argentine wine, a couple of friends and have a great evening!"
Dined on 03/24/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food wasn't nearly as good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food wasn't nearly as good as last time we went. Portions were smaller to. Maybe because this time we went on a Friday? The parking situation is terrible. Make sure you don't park in one of those permit parking only blocks. This time I tried the chorizo bruchetta. Excellent!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was delicious. We
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was delicious. We had relatively early reservations which worked out well. By the time we were leaving it was very busy. Our waiter was very good and attentive."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 21 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
90 Mile has some of the best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"90 Mile has some of the best food in Chicago, period. Everything is fresh and delicious. I love the guajirito sandwich (can be made vegan with tofu), the yuca, and the avocado salad best. The servers are very accomodating for food allergies as well which I greatly appreciate."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 22 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Another great 90 Miles experience.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Another great 90 Miles experience. Love this neighborhood spot and really enjoyed the Valentines Day ambience."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 23 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had the Fricase Pollo and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had the Fricase Pollo and the Ropa Vieja for dinner. Both the chicken dish and the beef dish were exceptional with the right amount of spices. For dessert shared the key lime pie - best ever and equal or better than some in FL. Atmosphere is very comfortable but didn't know it was BYOB. The food was so good though that water was perfectly OK."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 24 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome appetizers and specials!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Awesome appetizers and specials!"
Dined on 02/09/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service was great, food was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was great, food was awesome!"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
One person's food was really
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One person's food was really good. My dish was not good - had red snapper. We told the waiter and he said he would tell the chef. He did nothing to rectify the situation for us - except ask us to move to the bar to finish our after dinner coffee."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups
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Ratings-Only Reviews for 90 Miles Cuban Cafe
Based on the average of (36) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
6 out of 6 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic