Papa's Cache Sabroso

I LOVE Jibarito's! This was my first one and immediately I fell in love with them! If you're visiting, I'd recommend trying these! I preferred the chicken Jibarito. The restaurant is small and is more of a spot for a quick bite. Service was great and fast.

In the world of Puerto Rican cuisine Papa stands up to the best. I stopped in the old neighborhood for a quick bite and was drawn in to Papa's. It's not hard to do. Been here many times because it's tried and true. He's been around on Division street about 25 years and is usually around in the restaurant to meet and greet. The service is excellent with Johnny knowing the menu the neighborhood regulars and knows how to treat newcomers and walk them through the menu. I usually go family style with a friend for a whole chicken, arroz y gandules, and Yuca En Escabeche , yucca with onions, simple but insanely delicious. Now their chicken is off the hook. No one had chicken like this. Lightly spiced broasted to perfection. There's plenty of other menu options to choose from. Their Lechon Asado on Saturdays only is some of the best around. There's also plenty of outside seating so try Papa's out to get a true taste for Humboldt Park.

We ordered:Jibarto con Arroz - steak between fried garlicky plantainsPapa's Pollo Food was all delicious. Both the rotisserie chicken and steak was well seasoned and tender. Jibarto sandwich was a great combo of fresh and savory flavors and textures. Rice texture and flavor is a tasty side.Employee was very enthusiastic and nice. Good service. I like the family vibe including the people photos on the tables. I'm going to recommend this to my Puerto Rican friends.

I have been coming here for years since friends introduced me to this place back in our college years. It's a no frills spot with DELICIOUS Puerto Rican food. The steak Jibarito is a must have. If I even set foot into Chicago I bee line to Humboldt park to eat here. The tender steak topped with crisp veggies, sautéed onions, garlic sauce and crispy plantain...mmm. Thinking about it literally makes my mouth water. I can't wait until the next time I'm visiting Chicago so I can eat this sandwich again!

Best chicken, Jibarito! Must try this place! Chicago staple with over 20 years of service.

Overall Thoughts: Delicious, garlicky jibaritos; exceptional service and inviting staff (Papa himself gave us a warm welcome too)! Indoor seating is limited, but they have a toasty, heated outdoor space for cold winter days. Prices are reasonable too.Food I tried:- Ribeye Steak Jibarito: The steak was super juicy and flavorful, and the plantain was quite densely flattened. Adding their garlic sauce on top added a nice kick. The arroz con gandules on the side was also extremely good-- a little crispy, very flavorful and aromatic. - Shredded Chicken Jibarito: The shredded chicken was also tender and juicy with great flavor, but I think the flavor of the steak was more robust, which I preferred.-- Price (relative to peers): 4.4/5Food: 4.7/5Ambience: 4.8/5Service: 5/5Overall Value: 4.7/5

This place has the tastiest jibaritos around and that's saying a lot for the Humbolt Park area. There's a lot of competition. They have a great patio during the summer. Don't expect your dining experience to be quick though. Papa Cache takes their time and they even have a sign inside that says that.

Today the wifey & I treated my nephew & his wife to Papa's Cache!! When I tell you this is the best rotisserie chicken in the city, you better listen!! I had the 1/2 chicken w/ arroz con gandules. Some yuca (i have to have it) and some tostones. The yuca was 8/10The tostones was pretty good 6.8/10The star was that rotisserie bird! So flavorful, juicy & tender. You can taste the garlic in that bird and it pairs well with the rice. Great meal and the service was EXCELLENT!! Definitely a must try! Visit Humboldt Park and go have some of the best rotisserie chicken you'll ever have. Or check out one of their other dishes.Solid 8.8/10

Their chicken is outstanding - very juicy, one of my favorite places for Jibarito's too. The wait staff is very friendly. I wish the place was a bit brighter but it's definitely a place I will go back to in the future.

While vacationing in Chicago, I was told by my local friend that there's a "restaurant that I have to try"!We go the first day: They're closed. But we weren't discouraged: We went back two days later. And though they were closing early, they allowed us to order and dine in. So happy that they did!Authentic food. Savory flavors. Friendly staff. Joyful customers. The steak sandwich was delicious and tender. The rice and beans side was plentiful. The food was so good, we took a whole chicken meal home with us...and ended up eating it all that night! The hack: Add their homemade green chili sauce to your rice for a kick of heat! (You'll thank me later!)Next time I'm in town, I'll add this to my "must visit" list.