Opening hours
Open now · closes 3:00 PM
| Monday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Chicago: 7:31 AM (CST). Holiday hours may differ.
Location & directions
131 North Clinton StreetChicago, IL 60661
About Thimi’s Empanadas
Thimi’s Empanadas is a fast food restaurant located at 131 North Clinton Street in Chicago, Illinois. It's part of our guide to 5,398 restaurants, cafes and bars in Chicago.
Thimi’s Empanadas is open 5 days a week, usually 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (closed Saturday and Sunday). Early risers are covered too: doors open at 7:00 AM most days.
On the menu: empanada.
Quick facts
- Category
- Fast Food Restaurant · Empanada
- Address
- 131 North Clinton Street, Chicago, IL 60661
- Hours
- Open 5 days a week, usually 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (closed Saturday and Sunday)
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 9 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for fast food restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Thimi’s Empanadas’s weekday schedule with 195 other fast food restaurants in Chicago. On a typical weekday it opens at 7:00 AM, later than most (the typical opening time is 6:00 AM) and closes at 3:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 10:00 PM).
In total it is open about 40 hours a week, 72 hours fewer than the local median of 112. 96% of fast food restaurants in Chicago open on Sundays; Thimi’s Empanadas does not.
Compared with 195 other fast food restaurants in Chicago that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for fast food restaurants in Illinois
Based on 27 menus with 1,412 priced items from fast food restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $7.68, and half of all items are priced between $4.19 and $13.12.
We don’t have Thimi’s Empanadas’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what fast food restaurants in Illinois typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Hamburger | 63% | $6.99 |
| Cheeseburger | 56% | $7.50 |
| Hot Dog | 52% | $4.62 |
| Cheese Fries | 52% | $5.95 |
| Onion Rings | 52% | $5.76 |
| Chicken Tenders | 48% | $10.99 |
| Italian Sausage | 48% | $5.39 |
| Fries | 44% | $3.35 |
Calculated from 27 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
What fast food restaurants usually offer
Across 259 fast food restaurants in our guide with detailed profiles:
- 67% offer takeout
- 94% offer delivery
- 93% have dine-in seating
- 91% are described as good for kids
- 83% accept mobile payments
Ask Thimi’s Empanadas directly to confirm which of these it offers.
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Thimi’s Empanadas there are 302 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 936 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (136), Bars & Pubs (123), Sandwiches & Delis (76), and Bakeries & Desserts (70).
Competition is strong: 28 other fast food restaurants are within a mile and 72 within three miles. The closest is Aloha Pokē Co, < 0.1 mi away.
309 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- BarbecueClinton St Smoked Meats< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsFresco Delicioso< 0.1 mi
- PizzaRetro Pizza< 0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisBill's Olive Oil< 0.1 mi
- Asian & PacificPanlasa< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a fast food restaurant
Burger joints and fast-food restaurants are built for speed: order at a counter, kiosk, app or drive-through and expect your food in minutes. The category ranges from national chains with identical menus everywhere to independent burger stands, regional favorites with cult followings and modern “better burger” shops that grind their own beef.
What to order
- Classic cheeseburger – the signature item almost everywhere
- Fries or onion rings – ask for them fresh if the line is short
- Chicken sandwich – a fierce battleground between chains in recent years
- Milkshake – hand-spun shakes are a hallmark of independent burger stands
Good to know
- Ordering ahead in the brand’s app usually skips the line and unlocks app-only deals.
- The lunch rush peaks around noon to 1 PM; mid-afternoon is the quickest time to visit.
- Drive-through hours can differ from lobby hours – the lobby often closes earlier at night.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Thimi’s Empanadas's opening hours?
Open 5 days a week, usually 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (closed Saturday and Sunday). Monday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Thursday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Saturday: Closed; Sunday: Closed.
Is Thimi’s Empanadas open on Sunday?
No, Thimi’s Empanadas is closed on Sundays.
Where is Thimi’s Empanadas located?
Thimi’s Empanadas is located at 131 North Clinton Street, Chicago, IL 60661.
Is Thimi’s Empanadas open late?
No, Thimi’s Empanadas usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Thimi’s Empanadas?
There are 936 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Thimi’s Empanadas. Nearby options include Clinton St Smoked Meats (< 0.1 mi), Fresco Delicioso (< 0.1 mi), and Retro Pizza (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other fast food restaurants near Thimi’s Empanadas?
28 other fast food restaurants within a mile. The closest is Aloha Pokē Co, < 0.1 mi away.
How much do fast food restaurants in Illinois cost?
Based on 27 menus with 1,412 priced items from fast food restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $7.68, and half of all items are priced between $4.19 and $13.12.
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