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Pilsen Yards, Chicago, IL

Pilsen Yards

4.8 (1641)
$30 and under
Latin American
1163 W 18th St., Chicago, IL 60608

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 44 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
​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 1,641 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

    Latin American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pilsen Yards offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food" and "exceptional service." Its outdoor patio is "festive and warm," while the inside provides a "super fun" atmosphere. Notably, try the "sweet corn tamales" and "mezcal margaritas." Despite limited parking, guests appreciate the "friendly staff" and "unique ambiance."
1,641 Reviews
  1. 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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  2. 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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  3. Anita VIP

    Chicago19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for Mother's Day and did not realize it was buffet, which I dislike but the buffet was very very good and I enjoyed it. I wanted a glass of pinot grigo and didn't serve this wine. I settled for a paloma .

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  4. Faith

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First Mother’s Day brunch at pilsen yards and we will be back!!

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  5. Selena VIP

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for Mother’s Day brunch and it was wonderful. The food is always tasty and the options were great. We enjoyed the whole experience and will be back.

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  6. Karlee

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place, and it's right down the road from Thalia Hall. Parking is really hard to find so give yourself extra time for that.

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  7. Susana

    Chicago11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gorgeous outdoor area nicely heated. The food was wonderful as was the service!

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  8. Kathy VIP

    Chicago25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed our visit to Pilsen Yards. It was my second visit and it was as good as the first! Good food and drinks, fun atmosphere with great DJs. The service we had was great from each person who came to our table. Will be back again. The welcome at the front desk was very nice as well.

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  9. Chiara

    Houston36 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and drinks are good. Their mezcal marg are top! Service very attentive. Could get a little pricey for Mexican bar food!

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  10. Kendra VIP

    Chicago41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great time here. We love the staff, food and drinks. Thank you for always making our visits special!

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FAQs

Pilsen Yards is rated 4.8 stars by 1641 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 44 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
  • 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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