Dia Café – Mexican
Dia Café serves as a vibrant sanctuary where the soulful aromas of Latin American street food fill the air, inviting guests to linger over a colorful spread of artisanal small plates. Golden-fried empanadas and crispy avocado tacos offer a satisfying crunch that gives way to tender, flavorful fillings, while molten pots of queso fundido and hand-patted pupusas bring a comforting, rustic warmth to the table. Every bite—from the delicate snap of yuca frita to the savory richness of Brazilian-style coxinha—celebrates a rich tapestry of regional traditions in a lively, welcoming setting.
6601 Northway, Greendale WI 53129 https://diaynochewi.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Dia Café
Dairy-Free at Dia Café
Dia Café in Greendale has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips & Salsa and Sweet Plantains. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Dia Café
Dia Café in Greendale has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sweet Plantains. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Dia Café
Dia Café in Greendale has 17 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ranchero Potato Bowl, Tres Leches Pancakes and Crispy Avocado Tacos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Dia Café
Dia Café in Greendale has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Bistec Encebollado. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Dia Café
Dia Café in Greendale has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Margarita de la Casa. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Dia Café
Dia Café in Greendale has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips & Salsa, Sweet Plantains and Margarita de la Casa. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Dia Café
Dia Café in Greendale has 18 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ranchero Potato Bowl, Tres Leches Pancakes and Crispy Avocado Tacos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Dia Café
Dia Café in Greendale has 5 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buen Dia Tosta, Sweet Plantains and Tres Leches. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Dia Café
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Bollitos de Yuca | 5.5 g | 59.9 g |
| Rice Bowl | 111.3 g | 59.8 g |
| Pasta Verde | 3.3 g | 49.1 g |
| Fiesta Grande Burrito | 71.8 g | 44.3 g |
| Ranchero Potato Bowl | 25.3 g | 36.3 g |
| Tortita Sandwich | 40.4 g | 36.2 g |
| Pisco Sour | 81.9 g | 33.4 g |
| Bistec a la Chorrillana | 58.1 g | 30 g |
| Birria Tacos | 11.6 g | 26.9 g |
| Chipotle Ensalada | 25.7 g | 26.7 g |
| Tacos Desayuno | 13.4 g | 26 g |
| Viva La Noche Sampler | 89.3 g | 25.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the exceptional seafood and the warm, attentive service that ensures a high-quality dining experience. Celebrated for its intimate setting, guests love the welcoming atmosphere at Dia and frequently highlight the staff's regular check-ins as a key part of their visit. Standout dishes include the fresh seafood offerings, which reviewers praise for their quality and flavor.
Menu
Appetizers & Tapas
- Crispy Avocado Tacos - $12: 3 corn or flour tortillas, fried avocado, pickled cabbage, queso fresco, shaved jalapeno, house sauce, aji sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole - $11: Avocado, tomato, lime, onion, queso fresco, bacon, tortilla chips Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bollitos de Yuca - $12: 3 fried yuca balls, seasoned ground beef, mozzarella, house sauce Dietary tags: Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pupusas - $11: 2 corn flour pancakes, chicharron, cheese, tomato sauce, house pickled cabbage Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $16: Battered & fried squid, parmesan cheese, parsley, lemon, house sauce or chimichurri Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coxinha - $13: 3 chicken croquettes, house sauce, chimichurri Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Fundido - $13: Melted cheeses, onion, peppers, chorizo, jalapeño, tortilla chips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Empanadas - $12: 2 chicken, green chile, puff pastry, chimichurri or house sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salbutes - $11: 2 fried corn tortillas, beef or chicken, pickled cabbage, queso fresco, shaved jalapeño Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yuca Frita - $10: Fried yuca, pickled cabbage, house sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Viva La Noche Sampler - $20: 1 bolito, 1 empanada, 1 coxinha, fried yuca, grilled asparagus, house sauce, chimichurri Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $12.5: Tortilla chips, beans, melted cheese, salsa, jalapenos, guacamole, sour cream Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- La Bandera - $20: Seasoned chicken, habichuelas, white rice, avocado, sweet plantains Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bistec Apanado - $28: Dia coffee-rubbed steak, pasta, aji sauce, parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Asado Negro - $21: Slow roasted beef, red wine sauce, white rice, sweet plantains, avocado, parsley Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bistec Encebollado - $28: Salvadorean marinated steak, sauteed onions, rice, house salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bistec a la Chorrillana - $28: Dia coffee-rubbed steak, fries, caramelized onion, fried eggs, chimichurri Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta Verde - $24: Creamy poblano pepper sauce, roasted poblano peppers, pasta, corn, chicken, queso fresco Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pescado Frito - $22: Pan-fried tilapia, coconut sauce, peppers, malanga, asparagus, lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Birria Tacos - $20: Stewed birria meat, crispy corn tortilla, queso fresco, onion, consommé, rice & beans Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Dinner - $19: Choice of chicken, carne asada, ground beef or al pastor, onions & cilantro, rice & beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchiladas - $19: Chicken or carne asada, corn tortilla, melted cheese, sour cream, salsa verde or roja, rice & beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Chicken - $20: Jamaican spiced chicken, white rice, house salad, sweet plantains Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Fish Fry - $16.5: Pacifico beer battered cod, pickled cabbage slaw, cucumber tequila sauce, fries or yuka frita Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Breakfast & Brunch
- Breakfast Sandwich - $6: English muffin, fried egg, american cheese, choice of meat or tomato & avocado Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Tortita Sandwich - $7: Choice of meat, cheese, egg on 2 mini pancakes Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Rice Bowl - $8: Rice, sweet plantains, fried egg, avocado, choice of meat Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Buen Dia Tosta - $11: French toast rolled in cinnamon sugar, berries, syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Ranchero Potato Bowl - $9: Sauteed peppers & onions, rosemary potatoes, fried egg, tomato sauce, queso fresco Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado Toast - $10: Smashed avocado, queso fresco, 2 fried eggs, everything bagel seasoning Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Tacos Desayuno - $9: 3 corn tortillas, chicken or chorizo, eggs, cheese, pico de gallo Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fiesta Grande Burrito - $15: Chicken or chorizo, rice, beans, cheese, scrambled eggs, aji sauce, pickled cabbage Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Dulce de Leche French Toast - $13.5: Cinnamon french toast, dulce de leche, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Tres Leches Pancakes - $12.5: Vanilla-cinnamon pancakes, tres leches glaze, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Soups & Salads
- Chicken Tortilla Soup - $5: Shredded chicken, corn, black beans, poblano peppers, cream, tortilla strips Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ensalada Fresca - $12: Greens, onion, tomato, cucumber, radish, shredded cheese, avocado, house citrus vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chipotle Ensalada - $12: Greens, tomato, queso fresco, corn, avocado, black beans, tortilla strips, chipotle dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Tres Leches - $11: Tres leches cake, cinnamon sugar, whipped cream, berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Noche Postre - $11: Puff pastry, powdered sugar, caramelized green apples, vanilla ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Piña Colada Cheesecake - $10: Piña colada cheesecake, whipped cream, cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Guava Cheesecake - $10: Guava flavored cheesecake, whipped cream, strawberry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- House Coffee - $2.5: Regular, decaf or 1/2 caf
- Draft Cold Brew - $2.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Latte De Coquito - $4.75: Espresso, coconut milk, cinnamon syrup, vanilla syrup, whipped cream, nutmeg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Pisco Sour - $13: Pisco, lime, simple, bitters, shaken egg white
- Margarita de la Casa - $11: Tequila, simple, triple sec, lime Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Mexican Coca Cola - $3.5
- Jarritos Sodas - $2.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol
Sides
- Sweet Plantains - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice or House Beans - $4: Mexican rice, white rice, refried or dominican habicheulas Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Salsa - $4: Fresh tortilla chips with choice of salsa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Dia Café
- Is Dia Café dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Dia Café has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips & Salsa and Sweet Plantains.
- What can I eat at Dia Café on a dairy-free diet?
- Chips & Salsa and Sweet Plantains carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Dia Café have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Chips & Salsa and Sweet Plantains.
- Is Dia Café gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Dia Café?
- Bollitos de Yuca, at roughly 59.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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