5 Rabanitos

5 Rabanitos Mexican cuisine by Chef Alfonso Sotelo, of XOCO and West Town Tavern.
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January 30th, 2026 there is a national shutdown in support of battling the injustice currently happening in our country....
01/30/2026

January 30th, 2026 there is a national shutdown in support of battling the injustice currently happening in our country.

At 5 Rabanitos, we will remain open. As a small business, closing during the slow season is not something we are able to do at this time. However, staying open does not mean we are staying silent.

As a Hispanic-owned business, we have been deeply affected. Our staff, our families, and our customers are living with uncertainty—uncertainty about coming to work, about feeling safe, and even about coming out to eat. These realities impact us every day.

We want to be clear: we stand with our community. We stand against injustice, and we stand for dignity, safety, and human rights.

To do our part, 5 Rabanitos will be donating funds to the Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights ( ) to support those most affected and to help in any way we can.

Together, through unity, resilience, and community support, we will get through this.

On Monday, January 19th, 5 Rabanitos was honored to stand alongside local Chicago restaurants at  - an event rooted in c...
01/29/2026

On Monday, January 19th, 5 Rabanitos was honored to stand alongside local Chicago restaurants at - an event rooted in community and solidarity, supporting immigrant families affected by today’s immigration policies.

Together, during uncertain times, we helped raised $100,000 to support families in need. Todos Ponen reminded us of the power of compassion and what’s possible when we come together. We are deeply grateful to and for their leadership and heart. We are beyond proud to be part of something that uplifts and protects our community during times of uncertainty. To those facing difficult moments, you are not alone. At 5 Rabanitos, we will always stand with you and for you. 🤍

El lunes 19 de enero, 5 Rabanitos tuvo el honor de unirse a junto a restaurantes locales de Chicago en Todos Ponen, un evento que reunió a la comunidad para apoyar directamente a familias inmigrantes afectadas por las actuales políticas migratorias.

En medio de la incertidumbre, logramos recaudar $100,000 para familias que lo necesitan.
Todos Ponen fue un recordatorio del poder de la solidaridad y la compasión colectiva. Agradecemos profundamente a Diana y Marcos por su liderazgo y corazón. A quienes atraviesan momentos difíciles, no están solos. En 5 Rabanitos siempre estaremos con nuestra comunidad, apoyando y luchando a su lado.

Torta cravings hitting hard?Meet the one that does everything 😮‍💨Our Crispy Chicken Milanesa Torta starts with golden-cr...
01/25/2026

Torta cravings hitting hard?
Meet the one that does everything 😮‍💨
Our Crispy Chicken Milanesa Torta starts with golden-crispy chicken, layered with melted cheese and tucked into perfectly toasted bread. Add a rich spread of black beans, fresh napa cabbage, pickled onions, chile vinagres, and finish it off with our creamy avocado salsa… pure perfection 🤤

Crunchy. Cheesy. Fresh. Deliciosa . Sabrosura 🤩
And if you’re really about that life—make it a full dinner with rice and beans on the side 🫜

In honor of Jueves Pozolero ✨Stay warm during these chilly Chicago days with a comforting bowl of pozole from 5 Rabanito...
01/23/2026

In honor of Jueves Pozolero ✨
Stay warm during these chilly Chicago days with a comforting bowl of pozole from 5 Rabanitos.

We’re serving our house favorites: Pozole Pipián (mole verde) and Pozole Rojo, available with pork, chicken , or vegetarian. Each bowl comes fully loaded with crispy chicharrón, napa cabbage, onion, cilantro, radish, avocado chunks, and crispy chips on the side.

Nothing hits better than pozole on a cold day—come warm up with us. ❤️

🚨🚨5 Rabanitos Pilsen will closed this upcoming week for some construction that will take place in our Pilsen location. W...
01/09/2026

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5 Rabanitos Pilsen will closed this upcoming week for some construction that will take place in our Pilsen location. We will be back open on Saturday. In the meantime, stop by our Hyde Park Location at 1301 E 53rd St . Thank you 🫜❤️

Our industry is built on the labor, culture, and care of immigrant communities. That’s why we’re participating in Pueblo...
12/17/2025

Our industry is built on the labor, culture, and care of immigrant communities. That’s why we’re participating in Pueblos y Platillos on January 19, raising funds for direct grocery support for immigrant families across Chicago. Proud to be part of this. Visit for tickets and more info. Join us in this special event !!! Let’s make a change ❤️

Our industry is built on the labor, culture, and care of immigrant communities. That’s why we’re participating in Pueblo...
12/16/2025

Our industry is built on the labor, culture, and care of immigrant communities. That’s why we’re participating in Pueblos y Platillos on January 19, raising funds for direct grocery support for immigrant families across Chicago. Proud to be part of this. Visit for tickets and more info.

Last week 5 Rabanitos celebrated its 10th year anniversary— ten years of stories, hard work and love poured into every p...
12/16/2025

Last week 5 Rabanitos celebrated its 10th year anniversary— ten years of stories, hard work and love poured into every plate.
What started as a small dream grew into something far greater than a restaurant — it became a community built on trust, loyalty and shared values. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you to our customers who have stood by us from day one. Whether you visit us week after week or trusted us with life’s most meaningful moments — birthdays, weddings, gatherings and celebrations — being part of your memories has been an honor we cherish deeply. We are grateful to our community partners whose generosity has allowed us to give back and support causes close to our hearts. To our incredible team, thank you for your passion, sacrifice and commitment — you are the soul of 5 Rabanitos and the reason we are here today. We hold special gratitude for the Pilsen community for embracing us as family and for God’s guidance and blessings that continue to light our path. As we move forward, we do so with the same love, heart and dedication that brought us here. Thank you for 10 unforgettable years! ❤️

🔥 Weekend SpecialRibeye a la Parrilla con Mole de GuerreroJuicy grilled ribeye topped with our house mole estilo Guerrer...
12/12/2025

🔥 Weekend Special

Ribeye a la Parrilla con Mole de Guerrero
Juicy grilled ribeye topped with our house mole estilo Guerrero, paired with a handmade chicken tamal, black beans, smoky pineapple , sour cream, and queso fresco.
Deep flavors. Pure comfort.

🎄✨ This holiday season, let us bring the fiesta to your celebration!At 5 Rabanitos, we make gatherings extra special wit...
12/12/2025

🎄✨ This holiday season, let us bring the fiesta to your celebration!
At 5 Rabanitos, we make gatherings extra special with our crowd-pleasing Taco Bar, comforting Tamales Bar, and festive bite-sized hors d’oeuvres—perfect for sharing and celebrating together.

Complete your holiday spread with refreshing house-made aguas frescas, and enjoy stress-free hosting while we handle the food. With the holidays in full swing, there’s no better way to gather, celebrate, and create memories than around delicious, soulful flavors.

We’re turning TEN! 🎂🌮 This Tuesday, December 9th, 2025, help us celebrate a decade of 5 Rabanitos magic—we wouldn’t be h...
12/07/2025

We’re turning TEN! 🎂🌮 This Tuesday, December 9th, 2025, help us celebrate a decade of 5 Rabanitos magic—we wouldn’t be here without you!

Weekend Special: Pollo a la Parrilla 🍂Savor the season with our fire-grilled chicken glazed in a warm guajillo and roast...
10/24/2025

Weekend Special: Pollo a la Parrilla 🍂
Savor the season with our fire-grilled chicken glazed in a warm guajillo and roasted butternut squash salsa! A perfect blend of smoky heat and autumn sweetness. Served with black bean rice, tender spiced pears, and our handmade tortillas. A comforting fall plate that tastes like home by the fire.

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1758 W 18th Street
Chicago, IL
60608

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 9pm
Tuesday 11am - 9pm
Wednesday 11am - 9pm
Thursday 11am - 9pm
Friday 11am - 10pm
Saturday 9am - 10pm
Sunday 9am - 9pm

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