Café Tondo

This new cafe-bar concept just opened under the A line tracks in Chinatown. It’s absolutely gorgeous in here. The space is cozy yet spacious, with two patios and a well decorated interior. The food and drink menu is pretty small. For drinks, I ordered the Tondo Mocktail but I think they gave me the Suero instead, which was pretty bland. We ordered the jamon bikinis (tea sandwiches), and the steak frites. The steak was a bit overcooked for my liking, and the dishes were small for the price. We ended our visit with a reasonably priced pan de elote (cornbread) from their pastry case. This seems like a good spot for a glass of wine and listening to music. I would be interested to check out their breakfast/daytime offerings but I was a bit underwhelmed by the quality and value of their dinner menu.

Went on opening night and again the next day and it’s already a go-to for me. Easy location with parking, great design that feels like you’re not in LA, and a good vibe that shifts from lively to intimate as the night goes on. The food was solid (torta was gone in minutes) and there are plenty of non-alcoholic options which I appreciate. Prices are fair and the music and lighting just make the whole place feel right.

Cafe Tondo is an absolute gem tucked in the heart of Chinatown. A vibrant, bustling neighborhood that sets the perfect backdrop for this Mexican-inspired cafe and wine bar. Whether you’re planning a playful date night or a chill hangout with friends, this spot delivers on every front. Their chicken milanesa is a standout. Perfectly crispy on the outside, unbelievably juicy on the inside, and cooked to absolute perfection. The torta is equally impressive, bursting with flavor and thoughtfully prepared. Every bite tastes like comfort and quality combined. What makes Cafe Tondo even more memorable is the atmosphere. The vibe is warm, stylish, and welcoming. The service is top-notch, with friendly staff who make you feel appreciated. And the best part? The prices are more than fair for the incredible quality of food and experience you get. Cafe Tondo is the kind of place you’ll find yourself wanting to return to again and again. A wonderful spot that’s vibrant, delicious, and full of heart. I recently got to experience Sunday Jazz Night and it was truly incredible. Will be coming back for more!

Incredible atmosphere, friendly and welcoming staff, everyone is hot, everyone dressin, everyone gets it, chicken milanesa is absolutely bussin, affogato de olla is insane — we needed this!

Massive vibes, great service, food was prob the weakest link. Steak frites was fine nothing too crazy, wish the aioli sauce was more viscous, carnitas torta was just ok (not your traditional torta). The decor and overall ambience is unmatched esp at night. The design team really locked in. Good spot to just hang and get some bites in, albeit being slightly pricey but they have their own lot 😳

atmosphere, food, and wine list are perfection. The empanadas and streak frites were standouts. Staff was also so kind and accommodating!

100/10 vibes and atmosphere. Best place in Chinatown to get a glass of wine and rip a dart with friends.

One of the few places I’d drive a super long way for. Aspirational food and service. Irreplicable energy.

So excited about this new joint! Arrived around 10am on a Friday and it wasn't very busy at all. There's a handful of parking spots directly in front of the entrance, but it was full so I found some street meter parking nearby. Our drinks were so tasty and the barista definitely knew what they were doing...the latte art on my cortado was such a cute surprise! Overall attentive and friendly staff - waitress brought water to our table without us even asking. Very excited to return and try out their food/see how the place transforms into a bar at night!

This place has a lot of potential, unfortunately I was not happy with my chilaquiles they lack on flavor plus it took almost 45 min to be prepared when it wasn't super busy, cafe de olla needs more spices more flavor. Pastries were delicious, good ambience, ill be back soon

Cafe Tondo is blowing up lately. It's got cool Mexico City vibes with neon lights and a trendy crowd. I really wish they had more seating because it gets crowded fast. Beers are $5 and wine is $15 a glass. The energy is fun and the people are cool, but it's kind of hard to order when it's packed. Also, they need real tables and chairs instead of milk crates outside. Still, a fun spot with good potential if they smooth out a few things.