Get to know Chicago’s neighborhoods better with our new regular feature, The Grid. First up: Pilsen, on the Near Southwest Side. A center for Mexican American culture since the 1960s, Pilsen is a vibrant neighborhood where churches, art galleries, taquerias, and taverns exist side by side.
![St. Procopius Catholic Church](https://www.chicagomag.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/C202110-312-Grid-Pilsen-01-St-Procopius-Catholic-Church.jpg)
1641 S. Allport St.
Strikingly beautiful outside and in, St. Procopius Catholic Church welcomes all.
![Walfre Cisneros in Harrison Park](https://www.chicagomag.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/C202110-312-Grid-Pilsen-02-Walfre-Cisneros.jpg)
1824 S. Wood St.
Enjoy a classic elote with a smile from vendor Walfre Cisneros in Harrison Park.
![Miguel A. Del Real’s mural](https://www.chicagomag.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/C202110-312-Grid-Pilsen-03-Miguel-A-Del-Real-mural.jpg)
Cullerton and Wood Streets
Bold outdoor art, like Miguel A. Del Real’s mural, is a telltale sign you’re in Pilsen. Cullerton and Wood Street
![Yuri Tamayo pours aguas frescas at Riri’s WaterBar](https://www.chicagomag.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/C202110-312-Grid-Pilsen-04-Riris-WaterBar.jpg)
19th Street and Damen Avenue
At the streetside stand Riri’s WaterBar, Yuri Tamayo pours refreshing aguas frescas.
![El Popocatepetl Tortilleria](https://www.chicagomag.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/C202110-312-Grid-Pilsen-05-El-Popocatepetl-Tortilleria.jpg)
1854 W. 21st St.
When in Pilsen, grab tacos! Get started with street fare from El Popocatepetl Tortilleria.
![The Shudio](https://www.chicagomag.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/C202110-312-Grid-Pilsen-06-The-Shudio.jpg)
1152 W. 18th St.
Residents support local businesses like the Shudio, an eco-friendly clothing and plant store.
![Alulu Brewery and Pub](https://www.chicagomag.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/C202110-312-Grid-Pilsen-07-Alulu-Brewery-and-Pub.jpg)
2011 S. Laflin St.
Small-batch craft brews complement the chill vibe at Alulu Brewery and Pub.
![Carniceria Maribel](https://www.chicagomag.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/C202110-312-Grid-Pilsen-08-Carniceria-Maribel.jpg)
1801 W. Cermak Rd.
Carniceria Maribel serves up fresh tacos and tortas alongside groceries and goods.
![Dusek’s Tavern](https://www.chicagomag.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/C202110-312-Grid-Pilsen-09-Duseks-Tavern.jpg)
1227 W. 18th St.
Inventive and hip, Dusek’s Tavern brings high-end funk to pub grub.