Sachas Cafe – Mexican
Sachas Cafe serves as a vibrant gateway to the heart of Colombian street food, where the golden, crispy crunch of handmade empanadas and the savory sizzle of traditional blood sausage create an atmosphere of rustic warmth. Guests delight in communal platters of loaded salchipapas and griddled sweet corn arepas oozing with melted cheese, while the sweet-and-savory allure of guava-filled sticks provides a perfect, lingering finish to a soulful, sun-drenched meal.
North Pleasantburg Drive https://sachascafe.comRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, high-protein, nut-free, whole30, paleo, pescatarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, raw-food, tlc, alkaline, aip, renal, slow-carb, macrobiotic, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners appreciate the reliable service and straightforward atmosphere, noting it as a solid option for a quick bite with friends. Celebrated for its efficiency and consistent experience, guests highlight the convenience of the setting for a casual and uncomplicated meal.
Menu
Appetizers
- Colombian Empanada - $1.65: Cornmeal turnover filled with seasoned beef, potatoes, and green onion. Served with ají sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Empanaditas Combo - $3.65: Order of 6 small empanadas. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Empanaditas Supercombo - $9.95: Order of 20 small empanadas. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salchipapas - $7.95: French fries, fried hot dog tips and quail eggs with house sauces. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salchipapas Sachas - $10.5: French fries, fried hot dog tips, fried baby yellow potatoes, fried pork belly tips and quail eggs. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Sticks - $1.75: Golden-fried dough wrapped around cheese. Served with pineapple sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guava and Cheese Sticks - $1.75: Golden-fried dough wrapped around cheese and sweet guava paste. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Patacón Sachas - $3.95: Smashed green plantains topped with guacamole, chicken in pink sauce, and shredded beef. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Corn Arepa with Cheese - $5.5: Sweet corn arepa grilled with butter and Colombian fresh cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Blood Sausage - $5.5: Traditional Colombian blood sausage with rice and pork. Served with two arepitas. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo with Arepa - $5.5: Spiced pork sausage served with a ground corn arepa. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Pork Belly - $6.95: Two strips of crispy, golden-fried pork belly. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sampler - $12.59: 4 chicken wings, 4 small empanadas, 4 arepitas, 4 small patacones. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Ceviche - $10.5: Shrimp with avocado, tomatoes, onions, and optional jalapeno in house sauce. Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Raw-Food, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Ribs - $12.25: Fried pork ribs with choice of arepitas or patacones. Sauce options: Buffalo, BBQ, Teriyaki, or Plain. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $12.75: Eight wings served with celery and ranch. Sauce options: Buffalo, BBQ, Teriyaki, or Plain. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders - $7.15: Three chicken tenders served with French fries. Available at: dinner, lunch
Bowls
- Paisa Bowl - $10.99: Rice, beans, grilled steak, chicharrón, sweet plantain, fried egg, and avocado. Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Montañero Bowl - $11.49: Finely shredded beef, Colombian sausage, white rice, beans, pork belly, sweet plantain, fried egg, cabbage salad, and avocado. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arrachera Bowl - $13.49: Grilled flap meat over rice, black beans, and sweet fried plantains. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ranchero Bowl - $10.49: Spicy pinto beans, Colombian sausage, bacon, smoked sausage, hogao, rice, sweet plantains, and avocado. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Frijoles Bowl - $9.99: Grilled steak, pork belly, pinto beans, sweet plantain, corn, hogao, and potato chip bits. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Bowl - $9.99: Chargrilled chicken, yellow rice, black beans, sweet fried plantains, and avocado. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp with Vegetables Bowl - $11.99: Shrimp sautéed with onions and peppers, rice, beans, and sweet fried plantains. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Bowl - $12.75: Beer-battered cod, avocado ranch, yellow rice, cabbage salad, avocado, and patacones. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Bowl - $9.99: Rice, pinto beans, sweet plantains, corn, grilled peppers, onions, tomatoes, avocado, and potato chip bits. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Stuffed Arepas
- Arepa Antioqueña Rellena - $8.99: Beans, avocado, Colombian sausage, and crispy chicharrón. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arepa Asada Rellena - $9.5: Grilled steak, onions, peppers, jalapeños, and melted cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arepa Carnitas Rellena - $9.5: Slow-cooked pork, guacamole, onions, and cilantro. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arepa Mexicana Rellena - $9.99: Fried pork tips, Mexican sausage, guacamole, onions, cilantro, and jalapeños. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arepa Carne Desmechada Rellena - $8.5: Shredded beef mixed with sautéed hogao. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arepa Camarones Rellena - $10.55: Grilled shrimp with choice of pink sauce or hogao. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arepa Vegetariana Rellena - $8.15: Pinto beans, avocado, grilled peppers, onions, and melted Swiss cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Bandeja Paisa - $17.49: White rice, pinto beans, grilled steak, chicharrón, Colombian sausage, sweet plantain, fried egg, avocado, and arepa. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Skirt Steak (Arrachera) - $20.49: 8oz marinated skirt steak served with chimichurri, choice of arepitas/patacones, and two sides. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Top Sirloin Cap (Punta de Anca) - $19.99: 8oz chargrilled top sirloin cap served with chimichurri, choice of arepitas/patacones, and two sides. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Churrasco - $22.99: 8oz juicy chargrilled skirt steak served with chimichurri, choice of arepitas/patacones, and two sides. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ribeye Steak - $19.99: 8oz grilled ribeye steak served with choice of arepitas/patacones and two sides. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak on Horseback (Bisteck a Caballo) - $16.99: Seasoned beef steak topped with two fried eggs. Served with choice of arepitas/patacones and two sides. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Breast - $16.99: 8oz chargrilled chicken breast served with choice of arepitas/patacones and two sides. Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Kabobs (Chuzos)
- Grilled Beef Kabob - $17.99: 8oz skewer of ribeye, peppers, and onions. Served with choice of arepitas/patacones and two sides. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Kabob - $16.99: 8oz skewer of pork tenderloin, peppers, and onions. Served with choice of arepitas/patacones and two sides. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Kabob - $8.99: Grilled chicken skewer wrapped in bacon. Served with two arepitas. Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches and Burgers
- Sachas Hotdog - $8.99: Bacon, coleslaw, pineapple relish, crushed chips, Swiss cheese, and house sauce. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef, Cheese and Bacon Burger - $11.75: Beef patty, bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, and mayo. Served with fries. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cuban Sandwich - $11.55: Smoked ham, shredded pork, Swiss cheese, garlic sauce, and mustard on Cuban bread. Served with fries. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Torta - $11.99: Beef tips, ham, Mexican sausage, egg tortilla, cheese, beans, avocado, and jalapeños. Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Fried Yellow Potatoes - $4.99: Golden-fried Colombian yellow potatoes. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Yuca - $4.99: Crispy cassava fries. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Rice - $3.75: Fluffy Colombian-style white rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Plantains - $3.75: Fried ripe plantains. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Passion Fruit Flan - $4.15: Homemade flan infused with passion fruit. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Caramel Milk Flan - $3.45: Smooth caramel custard. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Sachas Cafe
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features over 15 Colombian street food items, including empanadas, salchipapas, and diverse bowls catering to 35 different dietary tags.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- With a 3.0/5 rating, this Mexican and Colombian spot offers reliable service and efficient, casual dining at a moderate price.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The provided restaurant data for Sachas Cafe does not include a specific physical address or location information.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- The restaurant offers a casual, straightforward atmosphere with rustic warmth, providing a reliable and uncomplicated setting for quick bites.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided data for Sachas Cafe does not include specific information regarding the restaurant's daily hours of operation.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Sachas Cafe specializes in Colombian street food, featuring handmade empanadas, loaded salchipapas, and sweet corn arepas in a casual atmosphere.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This restaurant is a casual dining spot featuring a straightforward atmosphere, reliable service, and a setting ideal for quick bites.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Sachas Cafe has an average rating of 3.0/5, reflecting a consistent and reliable experience for casual dining.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Shrimp Ceviche supports keto and gluten-free diets, while Sweet Plantains and the Arrachera Bowl are gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include Colombian empanadas, salchipapas, sweet corn arepas with cheese, blood sausage, shrimp ceviche, and whole pork belly.
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