The Jibarito Stop: clear photo of restaurant interior

The Jibarito Stop: clear, professional storefront photo

The Jibarito Stop: appetizing, high-quality food photography

The Jibarito Stop: appetizing photo of restaurant food

The Jibarito Stop: clear exterior shot of restaurant

8 photos

The Jibarito Stop

Name: The Jibarito Stop
Address: 174 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, Loop, 60601, US
Telephone: +13129880585
Price range: $-$$
Rating: 4.4

★ 4.4 · 1,580 reviews Chicago Opened May 2026

Directions Website

Chicago's own sandwich, relocated downtown

The Jibarito Stop began as a food truck, then opened a Pilsen storefront on 18th Street in 2015, and became one of the better-known places in the city for the jibarito, the plantain-bread sandwich invented in Humboldt Park. A fire closed the Pilsen shop in late 2025.

Co-owner Ana Rodriguez reopened in the Loop in spring 2026, at Wabash and Benton, a block from the elevated tracks. Jibaritos come full or half size. The menu also carries mofongos, vegan versions, and a chopped cheese served on pan sobao.

What guests say

Reviews by Google

Rebecca Rodriguez 99 reviews · Local Guide 30 August 2026

Fist time eating here. I ordered 4 alcapurias (they added yucca blah) Pinon (was good) carne frita meal (was good just very small portions or rice and meat), pastellio (was good just very small) You can only order at kiosk which sucks. I wouldn't eat here again just because.
Almira Calista 150 reviews · Local Guide 17 July 2026

First time trying this and wow looks like a plantain burger! Highly recommend!! The coriander sauce also delicious! Location is very great💜
Wayne Vlasak 50 reviews · Local Guide 18 June 2026

First time visiting a Puerto Rican restaurant, so this was a new experience for me. I had a half order of vegan jibarito. It included a side of white rice and beans (beans not shown in the photo). I also ordered a glass of parcha (passion fruit juice) for a drink. It was all very good. My dining companion had carne frita mofongo, which he said was also very good. This will be on our list of places to eat when we go into the city. Definitely will be back.
Kathy Shea 21 reviews · Local Guide 15 June 2026

I enjoyed the veg jibarito. The tostones were excellent and the white rice and beans very tasty. I am not from PR so I cannot comment on authentic flavors. They have put lots of care an attention to the new site. I hope it does well. I might suggest for those eating in the restaurant you offer real silverware and skip the plastic.
Moises Quinones 18 reviews · Local Guide 8 June 2026

I stopped by The Jibarito Stop in downtown and ordered the 1/2 pork jibarito sandwich with arroz con gandules and a Kola-Champagne. Everything was outstanding! The pork was incredibly juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The jibarito itself was fresh and packed with flavor, and the arroz con gandules was the perfect side. The Kola-Champagne brought it all together. It’s been a long time since I’ve had a sandwich this good. Every bite reminded me why Puerto Rican food is so special. If you’re looking for an authentic and delicious meal, The Jibarito Stop is definitely worth a visit. I’ll be coming back for more!