Panaderia Del Refugio
Panaderia Del Refugio — established bakery in Back of the Yards with a loyal following. This is cooking with real conviction. Priced right, cash only. Alejandra Harrold: "Best Mexican bread in pilsen and the price is just so cheap" [$]
What 202 diners keep saying
What 202 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“The sweet smell of bread lures you in. Best fresh treats I’ve had in Chicago. The conchas were warm and soft. The bolillos were fresh, soft and delicious. Would recommend!!”

“My family always gets their stuff. Delicious breads and sweets. Best to eat when they make em fresh out of the oven”

“Fui en la mañana y el aroma me captivo. El pan estaba recién echo, nunca he probado un cochinito recién salido del horno y wow 😋 delicioso. También me lleve una bolsa de conchas… me quede muy satisfecha 😌”
“El mejor pan, excelente sabor y a muy buen precio”
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