What are some affordable, yet flavorful dining options in the Pilsen neighborhood?
* I've eaten at Nuevo Leon, but was not pleased overall. I found the atmosphere stifling and the food pretty bland. The BYOB option, free parking lot, and service were great through. * I'm looking for $9 to $18 price range for dinner entree, with many meatless choices.
What are some other restaurant suggestions?
2010-02-25T06:57:59Z
I meant, though. lol
Thanks for all the answers so far! It's going to be difficult to choose between them.
Adam S2010-02-24T21:43:11Z
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Abuelo's Mexican Grill, 2007 S Damen. Actually it's in Heart of Chicago, but close enough. Unbelievably awesome Mexican sandwiches (tortas.) A neighborhood favorite and always highly rated on the Chicago websites. I used to go out of my way to eat there when I lived all the way up in Edgewater. Really good and pretty cheap. I think you can BYOB there, too. Here's the Yelp listing. It is BYOB, BTW. http://www.yelp.com/biz/abuelos-mexican-grill-chicago
I've worked in Pilsen many years and agree with your opinion of Nuevo Leon. I can't stand the smell of the place. I've found that people either love the place or hate it. A favorite restaurant in Pilsen is La Condesa at Ashland & Blue Island/Cermak. This is a place where Mexicans bring their families to eat. Many seafood specialties but the diverse menu will have something you will like...free parking lot.
hey kee, i don't know much about Philsen or Chicago. but i always use Yelp to find interesting places to eat. Reviews are base upon regular folks. have you try that Korean Tofu house? arrr.. (drooling like Homer) haha.. stay warm kee.