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Pilsen

Pilsen Is Chicago's Open-Air Gallery

A Mexican heritage neighborhood globally known for its murals, its food, and an underground art scene built on cheap, cavernous space.

Pilsen protects its identity fiercely, and it shows in every direction, building-sized murals telling real history, panaderías that have been open for generations, taquerías that never needed a menu redesign. A newer wave of chef-driven Mexican cooking has moved in around the traditional techniques, not over them. The artist studios and performance venues tucked into old warehouse space keep the whole neighborhood feeling unfinished in the best way.

Pilsen protects its identity fiercely, and it shows in every direction, building-sized murals telling real history, panaderías that have been open for generations, taquerías that never needed a menu redesign. A newer wave of chef-driven Mexican cooking has moved in around the traditional techniques, not over them. The artist studios and performance venues tucked into old warehouse space keep the whole neighborhood feeling unfinished in the best way.

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HaiSous Vietnamese Kitchen

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1800 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL 60608

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HaiSous Vietnamese Kitchen

-87.6533785

41.8579237

1800 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL 60608

HaiSous in Pilsen is chef Thai and Danielle Dang’s take on upscale Vietnamese, and it hits from the moment you smell it at the door. Order the crispy, sticky wings, the Vietnamese papaya salad with beef jerky, grilled skewers, curries and bún, and come back for brunch pho with a choice of broths. Most dishes are made for sharing, and both dinner and brunch offer tasting menus. Warm service and a strong drinks list, with real non-alcoholic options.

312.702.1303

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the interior of a dining room with wood tables and green lush walls

HaiSous in Pilsen is chef Thai and Danielle Dang’s take on upscale Vietnamese, and it hits from the moment you smell it at the door. Order the crispy, sticky wings, the Vietnamese papaya salad with beef jerky, grilled skewers, curries and bún, and come back for brunch pho with a choice of broths. Most dishes are made for sharing, and both dinner and brunch offer tasting menus. Warm service and a strong drinks list, with real non-alcoholic options.

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