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: high-protein, vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, plant-based, low-sodium, heart-healthy, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, atkins, south-beach, low-cholesterol, renal, tlc, carnivore, volumetrics, alkaline, aip, macrobiotic, lectin-free
Currently open
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, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole - $11: Avocado, tomato, lime, onion, queso fresco, bacon, tortilla chips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bollitos de Yuca - $12: 3 fried yuca balls, seasoned ground beef, mozzarella, house sauce Dietary tags: Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore 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: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coxinha - $13: 3 chicken croquettes, house sauce, chimichurri Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- La Bandera - $20: Seasoned chicken, habichuelas, white rice, avocado, sweet plantains 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 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pescado Frito - $22: Pan-fried tilapia, coconut sauce, peppers, malanga, asparagus, lemon Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Birria Tacos - $20: Stewed birria meat, crispy corn tortilla, queso fresco, onion, consommé, rice & beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Dinner - $19: Choice of chicken, carne asada, ground beef or al pastor, onions & cilantro, rice & beans 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 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: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Rice Bowl - $8: Rice, sweet plantains, fried egg, avocado, choice of meat Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Buen Dia Tosta - $11: French toast rolled in cinnamon sugar, berries, syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, 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: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado Toast - $10: Smashed avocado, queso fresco, 2 fried eggs, everything bagel seasoning Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Tacos Desayuno - $9: 3 corn tortillas, chicken or chorizo, eggs, cheese, pico de gallo 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, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Tres Leches Pancakes - $12.5: Vanilla-cinnamon pancakes, tres leches glaze, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian 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, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chipotle Ensalada - $12: Greens, tomato, queso fresco, corn, avocado, black beans, tortilla strips, chipotle dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Tres Leches - $11: Tres leches cake, cinnamon sugar, whipped cream, berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Noche Postre - $11: Puff pastry, powdered sugar, caramelized green apples, vanilla ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- 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, Pescatarian
Beverages
- House Coffee - $2.5: Regular, decaf or 1/2 caf
- Draft Cold Brew - $2.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, 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: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Mexican Coca Cola - $3.5
- Jarritos Sodas - $2.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly
Sides
- Sweet Plantains - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice or House Beans - $4: Mexican rice, white rice, refried or dominican habicheulas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Salsa - $4: Fresh tortilla chips with choice of salsa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
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- Noche Restaurant & Bar — Mexican
- Romero's Restaurant and Bar — Mexican
- El Beso — Mexican
- Fiesta Colombia — Mexican
- Las 7 Estrellas — Mexican
- Fiesta Garibaldi — Mexican
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- Jalisco's Cantina — Mexican
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- Anytime Arepa — Mexican
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