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Pilsen Yards, Chicago, IL

Pilsen Yards

4.8
4.8
1273 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican
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Pilsen Yards is a bar-centric and music-driven hangout in the heart of Pilsen with an open air vibe and one of the largest patios in the city.

Exec. chef Juan Carlos Gutierrez's menu of latin-inspired street food, from tacos to ceviches, hummus to carne asada is plated up next to a mezcal, tequila, & whiskey charged bar program from bev director Lance Bowman, and it’s all on the cheap.

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 53 times today
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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Mexican, Regional Mexican (Baja Med), Mexican / Southwestern

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (312) 243-2410

  • Website

    http://www.pilsenyards.com/

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Juan Carlos Guiterrez

  • Private party facilities

    Pilsen Yards is a bar-centric and music-driven hangout in the heart of Pilsen with an open air vibe and plenty of room to spread out safely and comfortably.

  • Private party contact

    Colleen Morris: (312) 243-2410

  • 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

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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

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  • Chicago

    Mexican

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  1. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome place
  2. a

    amyb

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went before a concert at Thalia Hall. The service was very expedient & the food was amazing!! Can’t wait to come back!
  3. LP

    chiLP

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Cool spot, good food, great service! Great spot to meet up with friends for casual dinner and drinks
  4. G

    Gina

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fish tacos were excellent and the service was superb.
  5. C

    Cara

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place- brunch was outstanding. Eclectic Hispanic fare- so tasty! The outdoor heated patio was fantastic. Food extremely flavorful (loved the heirloom carrots with crema)and served quickly and hot, with perfect spicing. Bloody Mary on point! Highly recommend.
  6. DE

    DiEMiller

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Each time we have been to Pilsen Yards, we have had a delightful experience... food, hosts, servers - all have been splendid! And, sitting on the patio in November - a gift! It is a beautiful environment with great food and an amazing curated art collection. Plus, we even got to tour their new speakeasy space when we were leaving Sunday brunch - wow! This place is yet another Pilsen delight!!
  7. r

    remeloe

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Food was a little too salty, but nice chill vibe with DJ spinning a classic mix.
  8. AB

    ArturoB

    Chicago

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place never lets me down. Great food, energy and vibe.
  9. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    People here are amazing. Food is great!
  10. SM

    SophieM

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nelson was our server — above and beyond amazing! Super fast with drinks and food. LOVE this place!!
  11. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time there - really great ambiance, service and amazing food! Excited to go back soon.
  12. S

    Sophia

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a great experience as always! 🤗
  13. SR

    SergioR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    This is an amazing, trendy place in Pilsen. Great to go with friends or even on a lively date. Great ambiance, excellent music, service is excellent. Food and drinks are solid. The outdoors patio (not for winter) has great vibes!
  14. D

    Dining6

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    The food, drinks and service are outstanding at Pilsen Yards.
  15. DW

    DWjwsw

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Excellent customer service!!!! This is the second visit ... brought a "real" foodie with me😊... she agreed with all aspects of my evaluation!! Food... service... ambiance and overall evaluation. Can't wait to return !
  16. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Birthday get together
  17. i

    isabelt

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    The food was good
  18. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Pilsen Yards is like family to me now. Always great food and service
  19. SM

    SueM

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Server was great ! Love heated patio ! Fish taco were delicious!
  20. D

    Dinner42

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic!
  21. S

    Sophia

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible as always!
  22. T

    Tuesdee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service. We had to send things back a few times for my picky eater nephew and also an allergy concern and their response was very patient and kind and understanding. They even gave us Benadryl in case he had a reaction. Thank you so much!
  23. BP

    BillyP

    Chicago

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Terrific. Yeah, just go.
  24. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The server was amazing. He had great recommendations. The food was all very tasty. The music was awesome and not loud. Outdoor dining was very comfortable as it was heated
  25. KA

    KrisAliT

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    We enjoyed our date night at Pilsen yards. It was a recommendation from my sister. We loved the chicken flautas. The tacos not so much. But we enjoyed the drinks and ambiance. Also check out the alderman located inside. It definitely was a vibe!
  26. j

    jerryr

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 7, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Nice appearance. Nice patio. Food was good. Heat lamps were way too hot and music was way too loud.
  27. MB

    MeganB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staff were welcoming and very nice! Would definitely return
  28. OS

    OSCARC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 2, 2022

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    Over rated… the most expensive plates were not anything special. Carne Azada was nothing compared to a regular Mexican place. Drinks are fire !!
  29. AB

    AdamB

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Definitely one of my favorite restaurants!
  30. AG

    AnnaG

    Chicago

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my first time eating at Pilsen Yards. Everything was super from the moment we were greeted until we left. We felt very pampered by our server. Very cool and chill vibe. The chicken tortilla soup was the best I’ve ever had. Lots of GF options on the menu.
  31. C

    Charlotte

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous venue! Great food and service. Gluten free options. Will definitely return.
  32. S

    Sophia

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Always such great food and amazing ambience! One of our faves! :)
  33. JG

    JackieG

    Grand Rapids

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Quick service. Loved the vibe. 10/10 recommend.
  34. F

    Fred

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Music was too loud but service and food were outstanding.
  35. H

    Hsmith

    Raleigh

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great environment! We just had drinks for happy hour and it was an amazing deal!
  36. K

    Kristin

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place was so good we came back for a second day in a row!! The queso fundido & nachos were excellent, sweet tamales were perfection and out of the variety of tacos offered my favorite were the Taco Arabe. The staff work together as a team to make your experience enjoyable and they were all very kind. Definitely a must in the Pilsen neighborhood. We will be back soon!
  37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Great food, beautiful aesthetic, fantastic music. Service left a lot to be desired. I’d definitely still recommend…maybe he was just having a bad day. Everyone else except our server was cool, professional and welcoming.
  38. EB

    ErvinB

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ambiance, cocktails, and food are all top notch!!!
  39. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2022

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Great ambience and extensive mezcal menu. Will definitely go again.
  40. D

    Dinner42

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A great time, love it! Pilsen at its best. Don’t miss this neighborhood gem!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Pilsen Yards is rated 4.8 stars by 1273 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 53 times today
Google Map for Pilsen Yards

1163 W 18th St., Chicago, IL 60608

Additional information

  • Cross street

    18th and Racine

  • Neighborhood

    Pilsen

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Mexican, 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

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Website

    http://www.pilsenyards.com/

  • Phone number

    (312) 243-2410

  • Private party facilities

    Pilsen Yards is a bar-centric and music-driven hangout in the heart of Pilsen with an open air vibe and plenty of room to spread out safely and comfortably.

  • Private party contact

    Colleen Morris: (312) 243-2410

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