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Punch House — solid, no-fuss bar & grill in Pilsen. The noise level tells you everything you need to know. If you drink, start at the bar.
EMPRESS T
140 reviews
“I liked the place enough to want to visit again but unfortunately the parking will be a deterrent for me unless I I find parking a ways away somewhere, then Uber/Lyft to there”
1227 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608
“Drinks were great, although pricey, service was pretty slow for them not being busy.”
Drinks were great, although pricey, service was pretty slow for them not being busy. DJ was great and the vibe was on point. I'd go back for the vibe for sure.
Melissa Moore
Sep 2025
“Amazing bar staff, great atmosphere.”
Amazing bar staff, great atmosphere. Drinks are great
Jacqueline Juarez
Aug 2025
“Discovered this bar through an acquaintance and immediately fell in love.”
Discovered this bar through an acquaintance and immediately fell in love. The food and mocktails are amazing and the intimate, low key vibe is immaculate! Will definitely be back in the near future to introduce friends and acquaintances.
Mitchel
Jul 2025
“Came in for some drinks and food before a concert at Thalia Hall.”
Came in for some drinks and food before a concert at Thalia Hall. Unfortunately, there were no servers. However, the bartenders were accommodating and everything came out quick. Highly recommend the shrimp taco!
Claire Hess
Nov 2024
“The cocktails, atmosphere, and expansive seating are a few things that make this bar worth noting.”
The cocktails, atmosphere, and expansive seating are a few things that make this bar worth noting. We enjoyed listening to the live DJ on Saturday while sipping our well crafted cocktails. Will be back to try the late night food options!
Dru Schenk
Aug 2024
“Amazing vibe. Great drinks and music.”
Rodrigo A. Galdámez
Aug 2024
“The Ancho Daiquiri is delicious.”
The Ancho Daiquiri is delicious! Super fun atmosphere and bar tenders. Great DJ on Thursday night. Highly recommend.
Madison Monroe
Jul 2024
“One of my favorite bars in Pilsen, love coming here.”
One of my favorite bars in Pilsen, love coming here. Its a small but intimate space, with loud music. Drinks are great and the bartenders are fast. I recommend the Gin Punch and the Pilsen Pisco. Never been disappointed by a drink here
A
Jun 2023
“Favorite Pilsen spot.”
Favorite Pilsen spot. But you didn't hear it from me. And we attended lolla, so I was apprehensive if they'd even let ya Boi in with my 3 companions. they did. And facilitated a great time. Hats off. Tip your bartenders minimum 30 percent. Trust me. Just do it. I pray my companions did. I finally danced but was a little tired. And the dj.... oof. Soulection worthy.
Cecil Schinco
Aug 2021
“Place was packed when me and a few friends arrived.”
Place was packed when me and a few friends arrived. Thought we wouldn’t be able to be seated until our awesome host pressed open a SECRET ROOM that had additional tables! It was pretty dope! The ambiance in the room was super chill and welcoming. Drinks were great, the lamb ribs; tender, flavorful and satisfying. Dessert was delicious as well. Will definitely revisit.
Berry Z
Sep 2019
“Very chill place , restaurant on the ground level and bar on the underground level.”
Very chill place , restaurant on the ground level and bar on the underground level. It has 4-5 booths for groups of up to 6-7 people each one with nice black leather. The bar extends to the entire length and is decorated in the background by a big beautiful fish tank. At midnight when they feed the fish music stops and they pass out shots. The cocktail menu has 8 house cocktails and the summer is coming is very tasty and strong cocktail. Music is loud enough to dance to.
Connie Belesiotis
Mar 2019
“This basement-located bar has a real speakeasy feel.”
This basement-located bar has a real speakeasy feel. The punches are pre-made, but with top shelf booze. De-lish! They have a different person dj-ing each night, and when we went, Sunday, the music was spot on.
Francisca Ugalde
Oct 2017
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