Multi-generational mom and pop shops sit side-by-side to some of the city’s finest dining. From off the beaten track locales to hip eateries, Pilsen offers a wide variety, ideal for all to enjoy!
Wallscape on Cermak Rd. west of Halsted St.
This massive Wallscape poster looms large as you head west on Cermak Rd. into the vibrant neighborhood of Pilsen. Pilsen’s strong Mexican-American culture is on full display via the 16th Street Murals, successful small business Jumping Bean Café and Pilsen’s oldest historical landmark, Thalia Hall. All add to the artistic, bohemian, vibe of this culturally rich area on the Lower West Side.
HotSpot on Cermak Rd. and Damen Ave.
Located at a bustling intersection in the heart of Pilsen, Mercy Hospital’s HotSpot ad successfully connected with this predominately Mexican-American community. An ideal Sunday afternoon in Pilsen would involve a trip to The National Museum of Mexican Art, followed by lunch at Carnitas La Michoacana, and dessert at Xurro for some of the best churros in all of Chicago!
Wild Posting on 18th St. and Carpenter St.
This street-level board located on 18th St. garners heavy foot traffic as it’s just 1 block east of some of the hottest restaurants and bars that are new to the scene. Most know Pilsen as a haven of authentic Mexican cuisine, but HaiSous Vietnamese Kitchen, Monnie Burke’s, and Honkey Tonk BBQ have gained critical acclaim as worthwhile destinations to visit in the ever-evolving Pilsen neighborhood.
