EATS CAFE K AC AO Latin Cuisine
3325 N. Classen Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73118 405.602.2883 cafekacao.com
WHAT WE TASTED CHILAQUILES WITH CHORIZO Pan-fried chips with tomatillo sauce, topped with fried eggs, onion, avocado, feta, cilantro, and beans CUBAN OMELET Omelet stuffed with queso chihuahua and whole black beans, topped with vaca frita (mojo shredded beef & onions) and served with plantains
WHAT WE SIPPED HORCHATA LATTE Horchata syrup, espresso, milk MATCHA LATTE Matcha, house vanilla, milk
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so6ix.com | FEBRUARY 2020
Cafe Kacao is a breakfast and brunch hot spot that specializes in traditional Guatemalan cuisine, so we figured it was best to get to the venue at around 10 a.m. and see what all the fuss was about. This restaurant doesn’t take reservations, and we foolishly didn’t think to put our names on the wait list until just before we were about to leave. Upon calling we were told there was an hour-long wait to be seated. Time for Plan B, which meant rescheduling a late lunch at around 2 p.m. Once again, there was a wait, but this time we used Yelp and were able to put ourselves on the wait list through the app. We suggest you do the same, as this place is extremely popular! After arriving, it was immediately clear why people were literally lined up out the door to try this place. Cafe Kacao is rather unassuming from the outside, but inside awaits a vivacious restaurant experience that is unmatched in Oklahoma City. You are greeted by the sound of clinking cutlery, joyous conversation and Latin American music. Its fun and energetic vibe is perfect for a weekend brunch with friends and equally as accommodating for families with little ones. To start, we ordered the Chilaquiles, and we added chorizo for good measure. The dish was full of flavor and presented beautifully. The added chorizo is not required to enhance the taste, but it provides a little spice for those who like it. Next up was the Cuban Omelet with each ingredient complementing the others to perfection. The vaca frita was melt-in-your-mouth good, and in my opinion it made the dish a standout. A word to the wise: the servings are more than generous, so depending on how hungry you are, splitting a dish is not a bad idea. We washed our food down with a Horchata Latte and Matcha Latte. Cafe Kacao has their coffee shipped to them from Guatemala within 48 hours of being roasted to ensure freshness. Their coffee is famous around OKC for its clean and bright flavor, and it didn’t disappoint. If you have a sweet tooth like me, we highly recommend the Horchata Latte. All in all this was a highly enjoyable experience. The spirited atmosphere was matched perfectly by the appetizing and inviting menu. It truly is a unique and delectable experience that makes you feel part of the vibrant Latin American culture – a must try.