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Pilsen Yards, Chicago, IL

Pilsen Yards

4.8
4.8
1631 Reviews
$30 and under
Latin American
1163 W 18th St., Chicago, IL 60608

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2 people
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9:00 PM
Booked 46 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
​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
  • 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.
  • 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

What 1,631 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Healthy

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Lively

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Latin American

  • Chicago

    Healthy

  • Chicago

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Chicago

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pilsen Yards offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Guests appreciate the lively atmosphere and "fantastic outdoor patio." Customers rave about the "amazing drinks," especially during their $15 burger, beer, and shot special on Thursdays. The "friendly staff" and "unique ambiance" make it a neighborhood gem.
1,631 Reviews
  1. Rashayla VIP

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The wait staff is AMAZING. The hosts are AMAZING. The food is AMAZING. Pilsen Yards never disappoints!!!!!

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  2. Phil

    Chicago10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    their $15 burger, beer & a shot special on Thursdays is GREAT!!!

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  3. Beth

    Chicago4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I did message the restaurant to let them know we were running late. They let me know that the did not receive messages from the open table app. They did give away our table but set us up within 20 minutes.

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  4. Maeve VIP

    Chicago28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love everything about Pilsen Yards and a gem in Pilsen. This family-owned spot has fantastic food, service and ambiance for locals and tourists. The outdoor oasis is a unique space as well!

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  5. Yasmin

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great brunch! Appreciate the excellent service, especially given I have kids with me. Everyone is so kind and generous.

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  6. Ab

    Miami1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great food and good service! weather was nice too

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  7. Marivi VIP

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and amazing food. Highly recommend.

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  8. Donna

    Chicago94 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great experience here. Outstanding service and really great food

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  9. Lisa

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing! Service was awesome Love the music vibe etc

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  10. JeffZ

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun stop for a quick bite and drinks before concert at Thalia Hall

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Pilsen Yards is rated 4.8 stars by 1631 OpenTable diners.

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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
  • Phone number
  • 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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