Polombia – Spanish
Polombia serves as a vibrant crossroads where the hearty, soul-warming traditions of Poland dance with the bold, sun-drenched flavors of Colombia. The air is thick with the savory scent of slow-simmered bigos and sizzling kielbasa, while plates arrive piled high with golden-fried "emparogis" and crisp Yukon potatoes brightened by tangles of neon-hued pickled beet slaw. This playful culinary marriage concludes on a sweet note with delicate, jam-filled kolaczki, offering a dining experience that feels both deeply comforting and thrillingly new.
Polombia, 500, West Madison Street, West Loop Gate, Near West Side, Chicago, West Chicago Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60661, United States https://polombiachi.com0Cuisine: Spanish
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Polombia
Dairy-Free at Polombia
Polombia in Cook County has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pickled Beet, Cabbage, Carrot Slaw, Bigos (Hunters Stew) and Pick Two Combo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Polombia
Polombia in Cook County has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pickled Beet, Cabbage, Carrot Slaw, Bigos (Hunters Stew) and Pick Two Combo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Polombia
Polombia in Cook County has 7 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pickled Beet, Cabbage, Carrot Slaw, Golden Fried Yukon Potatoes and Manzana Postobon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Polombia
Polombia in Cook County has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pickled Beet, Cabbage, Carrot Slaw, Manzana Postobon and Tymbark Fruit Juices. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Polombia
Polombia in Cook County has 7 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pickled Beet, Cabbage, Carrot Slaw, Golden Fried Yukon Potatoes and Manzana Postobon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Polombia
Polombia in Cook County has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pickled Beet, Cabbage, Carrot Slaw and Lentil Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Polombia
Polombia in Cook County has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Colombiana. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Polombia
Polombia in Cook County has 4 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pickled Beet, Cabbage, Carrot Slaw, Golden Fried Yukon Potatoes and Colombiana. 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 Polombia
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Emparogis (5) [Beef or Veg] | 70.5 g | 30 g |
| Lentil Soup | 53.8 g | 29.1 g |
| Sal-CHI-Papa | 59.2 g | 24.5 g |
| Pick Two Combo | 27.3 g | 10.7 g |
| Colombiana | 7.8 g | 0.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Main Courses
- Emparogis (5) [Beef or Veg] - $14: Potato, Caramelized Onions, Sofrito, Chives, Aji Crema, Short Rib (Beef option) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sal-CHI-Papa - $13: Golden Fried Potato, Polish Sausage, Scallions, Polombia Aioli, Garlic Aioli, Pineapple Glaze Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kielbasa Perro - $12: Polish Sausage, Muenster, Kettle Chips, House Pickles, Buttered Roll, Polombia Aioli, Garlic Aioli, Pineapple Glaze Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arepa-Ski (2) - $15: Cornmeal Patty, Honey Ricotta, Pickled Beets & Carrots, Aji Sauce. Protein options: Coffee Braise Short Rib, Smoked Kielbasa Sausage, Mojo Roasted Chicken, or Vegetarian Lentils Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pick Two Combo - $18: Choice of two main items Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Golden Fried Yukon Potatoes - $6: Yukon Gold Potatoes, Ghee, Chives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pickled Beet, Cabbage, Carrot Slaw - $5: Beet, Cabbage, Carrots Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lentil Soup - $7: Lentils, Potato, Carrots, Spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bigos (Hunters Stew) - $9: Colombian Chorizo, Sauerkraut, Tomato Base Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Kolaczki (6) - $8: Marmalade filled Buttery Pastry. Flavors: Nutella, Guava, or Fig Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Colombiana - $3.5: Imported Champagne Kola Soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Manzana Postobon - $3.5: Imported Apple Flavored Soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Tymbark Fruit Juices - $4: Unique Rotating Selections Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Polombia
- Is Polombia dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Polombia has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pickled Beet, Cabbage, Carrot Slaw, Bigos (Hunters Stew) and Pick Two Combo.
- What can I eat at Polombia on a dairy-free diet?
- Pickled Beet, Cabbage, Carrot Slaw, Bigos (Hunters Stew) and Pick Two Combo carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Polombia have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Pickled Beet, Cabbage, Carrot Slaw and Manzana Postobon.
- Is Polombia gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are 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 Polombia?
- Emparogis (5) [Beef or Veg], at roughly 30g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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