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Caminos de Michoacan

4.2427 reviews ·Opens at 12

Caminos de Michoacan is a beloved Pilsen neighborhood bar with a lively, distinctly paisa atmosphere, friendly regulars, attentive bartenders, solid drinks, and monthly wine nights. The compact space comes alive with DJs spinning Spanish and English throwbacks, making it a fun spot for groups and late-night dancing, though expect ID checks, $30 buckets, occasional crowds, and some inconsistent service—especially on busy nights.

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1659 W Cullerton St, Chicago, IL 60608
Pilsen
Today12PM-12AM
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What 427 diners keep saying

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Review photo by Rahul Sanghrajka
Jan 2025

Caminos is a staple in the community and makes Pilsen great!

Rahul Sanghrajka

Rahul Sanghrajka

106 reviews on Google

Review photo by Ariadna Vinalay
Apr 2026

Great selection, friendly and attentive bartender

Ariadna Vinalay

Ariadna Vinalay

32 reviews on Google

Review photo by Eddie Moreno
Mar 2025

Security man at door now. Scan I D. Buckets now 30$

Eddie Moreno

Eddie Moreno

585 reviews on Google

Review photo by Michael
Dec 2024

To much for the recommendation of this place to many people can control their liquor.unfortunately one person got killed 2 got injured. Be careful going here at night.

Michael

Michael

57 reviews on Google

Jan 2026

Great neighborhood bar! My father drank here back in day and now It feels like tradition. LOL

David Rodriguez Jr

David Rodriguez Jr

22 reviews on Google

Dec 2025

Love the atmosphere. People who work here are great and very friendly. Very attentive and again super friendly bartenders will come back and recommend friends and family. Bartender Tony is crazy friendly and treats you like his own. 10/10 recommend

Joahan cruz

Joahan cruz

5 reviews on Google

Oct 2024

Cutest paisa bar on the southside with a good mix of all ages.The DJ here and the music selection is so good. They have a great balance between getting litty, getting ratchet, and putting on throwbacks both in Spanish and in English. UPDATE: RIP DON CHAVA ❤️

Alejandra Martinez

Alejandra Martinez

30 reviews on Google

Oct 2024

This place is great for the night life. Solid drinks and great music. It's a little bit on the smaller side but still a fun place overall.

Sal-O

Sal-O

13 reviews on Google

Sep 2024

Monthly wine nights are da 💣💥 Great atmosphere for vibing.

Fran Casillas

Fran Casillas

41 reviews on Google

Jun 2024

Buen lugar para ir de cotorreo

adarahi diaz gomez

adarahi diaz gomez

20 reviews on Google

Jun 2024

I’ve only gone during the week but every time I have gone the bartender and regulars have been welcoming. Great dive bar!

Jimmy Rade

Jimmy Rade

16 reviews on Google

Mar 2024

fun fun

Katherine O'Brien

Katherine O'Brien

3 reviews on Google

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