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Pilsen Yards, Chicago, IL

Pilsen Yards

4.8 (1649)
$30 and under
Latin American
1163 W 18th St., Chicago, IL 60608

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Lively
​Pilsen Yards is a bar-centric, music-driven, lively restaurant in the heart of Pilsen with an open air vibe and one of the best patios in the city.

Executive Chef Juan Gutierrez’s menu of inspired latin street food, from tacos to ceviches, hummus to carne asada is plated up next to a mezcal, tequila, & whiskey charged bar program.

With over 300 seats spanning across a spacious interior and expansive patio, Pilsen Yards is the perfect spot for a casual night out with friends, a lively weekend brunch, large parties, and private events of all sizes. Check out our tiny cocktail bar, The Alderman, on your next visit.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Regional Mexican (Baja Med), Mexican / Southwestern
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 243-2410
  • Website
    https://www.pilsenyards.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Juan Carlos Guiterrez
  • Private party facilities
    The bar-centric, music-driven, open air vibe is perfect for fun, upbeat, and engaging events.With one of chicago’s largest patios, a 30-seat square bar, two flexible dining spaces,and an entirely separate, moody cocktail concept called The Alderman,we have a space that is perfect for any occasion.
  • Location
    1163 W 18th St., Chicago, IL 60608
  • Neighborhood
    Pilsen
  • Cross street
    18th and Racine
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    18th St Pink Line Stop
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Offers

  • Half Off Mussel Wednesdays

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 3:00 PM - 9:15 PM
    Half Off Mussels on Wednesdays *happy hour not available on neighborhood night, the first Wednesday of every month.

    Half Off Mussel Wednesdays Photo

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM,Wed - Fri - 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM,Sat - 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    HAPPY HOUR HALF OFF DRAFTS* Wed - Fri 3 - 5:30 | Sat + Sun 3 - 4:30 *half off all draft cocktails & draft beer *happy hour not available on neighborhood night, the first Wednesday of every month.

    Happy Hour Photo

Menu

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What 1,649 people are saying

Pilsen Yards reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Latin American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pilsen Yards offers a lively atmosphere with "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Guests love the "festive outdoor patio" and the "fantastic cocktails." The restaurant's "warm and cozy" vibe, along with delightful dishes like "shrimp ceviche" and "sweet corn tamales," make it a favorite. Don't miss the "burger, beer & a shot special" on Thursdays!
1,649 Reviews

  1. Leticia

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience! The staff was amazing , the food was delicious and service was awesome!

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  2. Mayra

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I was there with 4 other people, host was super nice and welcoming. Waitress seemed nice but not genuinely happy to take care of us. She seemed annoyed when we asked to order appetizers after she brought us our drinks. Food came out at a decent time, it was good! The bus boy kept coming around to pick up our table.. which is good but he tried clearing up my plate which I wasn’t even done with.. and clearing our salsa and chips which we also weren’t done with. Almost like the minute he saw us paused from eating (because we were talking) we’d dash over to clear our table. The waitress brought us the receipt right away. I understand there’s usually a time limit- they went to get people in and out but there were so many tables open… it wasn’t full at all. We left feeling rushed out which is why we didn’t go to Del Toro and came here instead. Food and drinks are good but nothing that you can’t find somewhere else, where they possibly won’t rush you out on a non busy night.

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  3. Mel

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love the ceviche, tacos and this was a great place. If you are gluten free because there are several different options. Options. They also have a really good burger special on Thursdays.

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  4. Kennina

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, ambiance and food. Always a great time at Pilsen Yards.

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  5. Julie VIP

    San Diego17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tasty tacos and the DJ was fire! We loved the service and vibe too

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  6. John

    Chicago / Illinois13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was attentive helpful and friendly, Amazing shrimp ceviche, guacamole, tacos, cocktails, all superb. I told server this is my new favorite restaurant in the city!

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  7. Pam

    Chicago / Illinois7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible staff and outstanding food. Great vibe too

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  8. Bri

    Phoenix / Arizona2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always come on Thursday for the burger deal. It’s so yummy and such a good price.

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  9. Carolina

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great experience. Sat in covered patio. Great night.

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  10. Dennis VIP

    Las Vegas8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place!! Their sprouts are definitely worth a try

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 20 times today
Google Map for Pilsen Yards

1163 W 18th St., Chicago, IL 60608

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    18th and Racine
  • Neighborhood
    Pilsen
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Regional Mexican (Baja Med), Mexican / Southwestern
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    18th St Pink Line Stop
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Juan Carlos Guiterrez
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Website
    https://www.pilsenyards.com/
  • Phone number
    (312) 243-2410
  • Private party facilities
    The bar-centric, music-driven, open air vibe is perfect for fun, upbeat, and engaging events.With one of chicago’s largest patios, a 30-seat square bar, two flexible dining spaces,and an entirely separate, moody cocktail concept called The Alderman,we have a space that is perfect for any occasion.
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