Hope this spot stays around forever. Seems like the embodiment of Pilsen in a neighbourhood grocery store: colorful, eclectic, many flavours and something for everyone to enjoy. The store has a fresh butcher shop inside. The carne de rez is definitely a favorite. The fresh produce selection is plentiful. There's a large selection of dried peppers to spark your culinary interests. Haven't come across anything I couldn't find over here. Staple! read more

La Casa Del Pueblo - Carne de rez - Grocery Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came here because it is my girlfriend's childhood restaurant, we ordered then sat down on our table. My in laws were excited as well but as we were chatting we saw people getting their food first before us. Then as we started to look more concerned the busser is the only employee who checked in with us. We finally got our drinks because of him. Waiter was nowhere to be seen. As waiter came to the table we received dirty napkins and spoons. When food finally arrived, it was cold so we had to wait a couple more minutes. Just my worst experience for my first time here. My burrito LITERALLY didn't have meat Also! The owner was a table behind us and I bet he was hearing us talk shit about this place and didn't say nothing. He was giving the VIP service to his buddies and the buddies were selling perfumes. He kept spraying cologne and perfume while customers were eating. I was eating at a Macys. HORRIBLE!!! read more

La Casa Del Pueblo - No meat! - Grocery Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I love this grocery store with all my heart. I have been going here for a long time. They always have fresh produce, meat, and everything else I need at a very affordable price. To boot, all of the workers are very friendly. And the place is super clean. My favorite grocery store in Chicago! read more

I like this Mexican place! It's overall low price and they have a bunch of reduced-price items. I was able to find a lot of things that I like and need that have reasonable prices. I bought the items in the pictures with some low prices noted. Their hot food station has very very limited options but those foods look fine. They have a parking lot right outside but it's quite small. I didn't see people rolling their shopping carts out of the store and I didn't see a place to collect the carts in the parking lot. read more

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Recommend by a brother-in-law who worked there when he was younger . Recomendado por un cuñado quien trabajó en este restaurante de joven . The food is excellent , if you like genuine Mexican food ! I've added this restaurant to my list of favorites in the Chicago area . La comida es excelente, si te gusta la auténtica comida mexicana. ¡He agregado este restaurante a mi lista de favoritos en el área de Chicago! The workers were very attentive which made our experience even better . Los trabajadores fueron muy atentos, lo que hizo que mi experiencia fuera aún mejor. read more

Loved the good and the service Very atentivr place was cool in these high heat days read more

I've been going here for a year. I love everything really (except the eggs!! Those are oily). The bbq, ground beef, chicken mole, are some of my favs. The always fill the tacos with lots of meat!! The rice and beans and tamales are also good. They also give you chips with delicious salsa! The waitresses are always so nice. My only complaint is that the manager/owner (not sure) is a prick. He's rude to the customers. He gets overwhelmed when it's busy and huffs and puffs as well. read more

this store is out of hand with the crazy price tags. they also show signs of racism their employees act. like they don't want to do the job that pays them they only want their race shopping there i am bilingual. and just had and altercation because they wanted to be rude and say rude things in Spanish i also had meat from deli that was old so they are selling expired meats as well I've put in tickets with BBB count y'all days. read more

Been coming here for years. I love it, just stay away from the pastries aisle. Their customer service is way better than at Whole Foods or elsewhere. So kind and well-informed, they are. read more

I come here for the tamales and the tacos de chicharrón! I'm sure ALL the food is delicious but I always go for the tamales (specifically the rajas) and the chicharrón tacos! Trust me, you will not be disappointed! read more

Best grocery store ever. You're not gonna get Whole Foods style assistance from the employees, but you are gonna find some excellent food at phenomenal prices. If you are looking for a fine cut of steak, you can probably do better elsewhere, but otherwise you can find most of what you want or need here. I'm fortunate this place is so near where I live, but that's not close to the most interesting thing about it. A 2 liter of coke for 99 cents? Yes. Rick Bayless Sauces, amazing taco meat, fantastic tortillas to make your own awesome mexican food at home for cheap? Yes. Hot sauces, spices and good eats at a good price? Yes. Plantains that range from green to super ripe? Check. I normally only order from somewhere else if I can't find it here. This place offers a lot of things I can find at pricier stores but right near my place and at MUCH better prices. This is a great place to shop and I'm lucky to have it so close. Thank you La Casa! read more

I come here often for their great machaca and tacos. This place is always busy which is a real good sign. There's always nearby street parking. read more

So what do I find rolled up in my chicken tamale! A long red hair! (See in photos) After I just took back some moldy Chihuahua cheese to the grocery store. How is this place still open?!? read more

La Casa Del Pueblo - So this is what I found rolled up in my tamale!?! Again, After taking moldy Chihuahua cheese back to their grocery store. - Grocery Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This is a well-stocked Mexican market in Pilsen. I've been on the lookout for a reasonably priced molcajete for some time, not wanting to pay Williams Sonoma prices. I was happy to see that La Casa Del Pueblo had them (one size). As I was selecting one, a kind customer indicated that I should make sure that they give me the pestle part (it wasn't in the mortar). When I checked out, I requested one and was offered a choice. Also - nice selection of hot sauces - definitely more than at your local Jewel. read more

Why do so many of your products taste/smell like cleaner? The bread, the broccoli, spinach, pie crusts, all have a soapy aftertaste. You can smell it on the produce packaging, and it really permeates the bread. I'm wondering if they use a cleaner on their products when they clean. If so, please realize it really ruins your products.! I like Casa for the location convenience and friendly staff, but because of this strange problem, theres many products that I won't buy from there! read more

My first review as a resident of Pilsen (I know, who cares?) goes to Casa Del Pueblo. They should feel honored. I "LOL'd" when I read on their website that they "cater to over a dozen ethnicities". It took one visit only to conclude it's pretty one dimensional. They make no bones about it either, as their target clientele is obviated by their grocery bags which display the Mexican flag. So I did some research to find out the other 11 ethnicities they claim to cater to. They are as follows: 11. Mexican-Americans 10. Mexican-Indians 9. "Hispanics" 8. Vatos 7. Sleepy/lazy Mexicans 6. Pervert Mexicans 5. Workaholic Mexicans 4. Mexican Drug Cartel Capos 3. Chicanos 2. Ese's 1. Snobby "I'm really from Spain" Mexicans Now it makes sense. Totally a convenient place to have within walking distance since I make stereotypical Mexican food. Might not be a one-stop-shop, but they have most things. And everyone likes things. And stuff...I'd be remiss if I didn't mention they also carry STUFF. As is the case with most places, they have items that can be found cheaper elsewhere, but there's no denying that they have great sales. If you're any of the 12 Mexican ethnicities, you might like shopping at La Casa Del Pueblo. read more

I stumbled upon this place b/c I was looking for a specific spice and walked into a world of grocery glory. Holy moly. This is like the child born from jewel and pete's fresh market having an affair - they have everything!! Well, almost everything. They didn't have my spice, but I forgive them since they have fresh produce, quality meats (with a butcher shop) and every other spice in the world! They also have cooked food to go. AND they carry brand name stuff like Silk Soy milk and have a variety of cheeses and orange juices. It's not just your local neighborhood spanish market, y'all. They carry frozen foods, cleaning supplies, shampoos, cookware, and even feminine products! Whaaaat! I have a new go to for most things and I can WALK there. I seriously had butterflies in my stomache and must have looked like a fool with a big, cheesy grin when I was going through each aisle, all big-eyed and excited. No more going to multiple places for this girl. This place is AWESOME. And down the street. How in the world did I not know about this before - I could have saved hours and hundreds over the past several years. Shame on me. read more

A one-stop-shop La Casa is not. An in-and-out in a whiz it is! I'll let my rhyming career stop here. At first I really liked La Casa because of its close proximity to home. The prices though, not the greatest. For that I'll just drive to Cermak and Aldi or even Pete's if I need more than a few things. However, their al pastor (from the meat department) is hands down the BEST I've had from a market, including the aforementioned places. They also have my new favorite tortillas from "El Popo", as my half guerra self calls them. I'm not even going to attempt to fully pronounce it, but you'll know them if you see them. I used to be an El Milagro gal, but not when El Popo is around. Like I said at the beginning though, if you're going for a few items, you'll be in and out quickly. That's the number two reason I'll go here, number one being Haribo gummies. There's a parking lot on the side (between their taqueria and the market), but it's often packed. Metered parking can usually be found in front and I'm not saying I've never seen anyone ever get a ticket, but I know I've never seen anyone come down the street who would be ticketing. Just sayin'. read more

.99 cent coconut water for those post industry monday night richtor scale hang overs! So I'm writing my first Yelp review about a super market. Really cool, I know. But this is not just any super market this is Pilsen's Casa del Pueblo, or in a rough English translation The Community House. Its where the whole 'pueblo' or village/community shops. First upon entering you'll be a little weirded out to find G.T.s Kombucha on sale. What are items like Kombucha, Hummus, Palak Paneer and other things unseemingly 18th and Blue Island doing here? Well, the weird smelling skinny jeaned unwashed hair white boy should explain it. Gentrification! Or should I say Hipsterfication! Hey, I'm not hating, I'm a newbie too. My hair is prolly unwashed too. But yeah basically Casa is also catering to the hipsters/yuppies in the area. They have tons of organic foods and brands like Amys, and a variety of instant Indian food brands. Exact same products/brands at about half the price of Whole Foods. Even if you don't live on the South Side I would recommend a trip. When I moved here from Lakeview I went from spending like $90 on groceries to $35! No joke!!! My favorites include: the above mentioned .99 cent Coconut water by Goya. FYI there are chunks of actual coconuts in there, so if that freaks you out I would opt for another brand. Personally, I think it's kinda cool, eating and drinking at the same time. Casa may import from Mexico, but guess what, Mexico imports from the world. I found pickled mussels, also Goya, imported from Spain for $3.99!!! No MSG or any additives just mussels, vinegar and herbs. Phenomenal! When in season the $1 pomegranates are superb. Naturally as with any other fruit you have to pick nicely ripe ones or let them ripen. MEAT! The beef stew cubes or just steak cuts are amazing. It ends up being about $1.75 per steak, pretty sweet deal. For $5 one could eat like a king. Basically check it out, be a part of our pueblo! You will not regret it! read more

2.73 lb of plum tomatoes 5 hass avocados 7 limes 10 jalepenos 1 bunch of cilantro 1 head of garlic 1 package of chiles de arbol -------------- $10.91 including tax Cheap? Yes, but only in price. The quality and quantity of produce you get are worth a trip. Besides, I really enjoy being the only gringo in a very authentic store. read more

I've always loved Chicago's supermercados and, luckily for me, you can find them in just about every neighborhood. Now I have the extreme luck of living in Pilsen and having access to La Casa. Not only do they have great looking produce and Mexican products at low prices, you'll be amazed at the odd things you'll find (organic products, dried porcinis, mustards galore, caperberries, etc.) Yesterday I found a frozen vegetable called seepweed for $18 for 2 pounds! I have no idea what it is or what it tastes like, but I intend to find out. read more

Good weekly deals and I found all the produce I wanted for a fruit salad. I was a bit dissaponted that they did not have the free re-usable bags :( but they didnt charge me for plastic bags :) read more

It's where I get my chihuahua cheese (sliced) and where I buy some good fruits and veggies at a reasonable price. Unfortunately they do not sell wine or beer. read more

If you're like me and enjoy watching cooking shows you know that there are times that you see something on tv and you immediately want to try making it yourself. In this case, Rick Bayless was showing the world how to make his deluxe guacamole bar. I'm thinking, ok, this looks easy and I can totally make this for a party. Well, let me tell you what...deluxe is another way of saying "sh*t ton of ingredients". Luckily, I live in Chicago and can cruise on down to Pilsen to a place like La Casa Del Pueblo where, not only do they carry everything that I need, but they are very well-priced. Most of the recipes in this episode called for fresh produce and this was just what I found at La Casa Del Pueblo. So many fresh, colorful ingredients were available. The next time I'm in need of anything of the Mexican variety or just some good produce I will make another trip down to this great market. read more

Best Grocery EVER! Incredibly well-rounded inventory with all of the essentials, Mexican specialties PLUS vegetarian and organic goodies. Never did I think I'd find Centrella brands next to Chobani yogurt and four varieties of Tofurkey. Given, I often domestically geek out. Lines like, "20% more towels per roll" put a smile on my face. Grocery visits for me are comparable to a day at the carnival. But nevertheless, if this place gets me yelping, a trip to the cool cats among you is bound to transform your mood. When you walk out with goodies that you'd find at Whole Foods or Traders Joe's for a fraction of the price, you'll know the feeling. read more

This place doesn't look inviting when you walked in and the decor looks so bland. I tried to order take out from this place for lunch. I looked at the menu they had on the wall. I told the guy behind the buffet counter do you have this on the menu pointing to the wall. He said no we don't so I pointed to another item and he said no just what is on the buffet. I'm like I don't want buffet and thinking why have a menu on the wall if you don't have the items. I left the place and thought I won't be coming back here ever agai read more

I like shopping here to pick up any produce they may have on sale (or any other products to be honest) because their sales are usually very good -- a lot of 2-for's. I also like their selection of raw nuts, chocolate covered nuts, dried fruit, as well as spices they offer. What I DON'T get here?? I don't usually buy meat from here (I am VERY picky where I buy meat). It's a little crammed, and I say this from my shopping experiences during midweek lunchtime hours (I usually go after eating at their restaurant across the way) - I don't know what it would be like on weekends...eek! The staff is friendly, they take credit cards (hurray) and I usually walk out with a ton of stuff, since I only get what's on sale - nothing makes me happier than a bargain! read more

Excellent food. Vegetarian options are available. The tortillas are perfect and you can buy a 12 pack of fresh tortillas to take home. The bean tacos are huge. They charge per topping, so you can customize your tacos. The breakfast tacos are off the hook!!!! I also like that they had sweet tamales, strawberry and pineapple. Service is quick. read more

Oh La Casa I love you so. Imagine my surprise at finding such a marvelous little Mexican supermarket upon moving into the neighborhood. Coming from SoCal, the land of tiny Mexican groceries, it was just like coming home. Great prices, great selection (they have mayonnaise from my TINY ass town. I didn't even know tiny ass ville made mayo) and they constantly have deals on stuff. Sure, I sometimes find myself standing contemplatively in the aisles wondering if I really need ten cans of sardines for 5 dollars. But then I realize I don't like sardines and the world is whole again. This place is so fabulous that I'm sure that even when I move back near Taylor, I'll still be coming to them for my cheap market-y needs. read more

Decent prices with a nice variety of brands and products. Lots of "2 for $blah blah" deals. Good if you have a few people to feed in a short amount of time. Surprisingly a decent amount of organic options as well. I still need to try the fresh butcher options. BEWARE: check the expiration dates on products though. I saw moldy bagged cheese in there while shopping this weekend. read more

My favorite lil spot to get all the "just like grandma used to make" items. With all of the original esthetic that the old Pilsen has to offer! This place brings so many lovely memories back..... its a bit pricey but that's to be expected since it's more of a convenience style neighborhood market than an actual grocery store! read more

La Casa Del Pueblo - Grocery Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I came in here several times for groceries and they're always doable. The aisle are neatly stacked and goes in a typical grocery store fashion. I'm able to easily locate things without asking for help. A plus is the friendly service at the fresh meat counters. I love how they have cheap pastas that come in little bags. They're affordable and tastes decent. The awesome part is how there's a cart for "expired" goods that sell a lot cheaper. read more

They have a lot of ingredients that are just hard to find in your average grocery store. Sure, some things were always missing, but they had a great produce section, and they have a GREAT selection of Mexican spices and cooking utensils (for dirt cheap)! They also sold me Sparkle strawberries once. Those are absolutely amazing and sweet. Anyways, this is the best place in Pilsen for groceries. If you can come here, leave the Jewel or whatever else for the things you don't find. read more

This is a great neighborhood grocery store. It is obvious that the employees take a lot of pride in LCDP. The shelves are packed with quite a variety of foodstuffs, especially for a store this size. They have a great selection of Mexican necessities (dried chiles, nopales, corn husks, cheeses, cheap avocados, etc.), a decent Asian section, and more recently some organic and specialty products (danish blue cheese, Sabra hummus, Stonyfield Farms milk, olive oils and vinegars, Frontera salsa, etc.) You can find all the usual grocery store stuff here too. The prices at LCDP are hard to beat. Definitely cheaper than Jewel, Dominicks, etc. Plus, you can occasionally find awesome sales when they are looking to clear up shelf space (Frontera salsa was 2/$4 at one point.) On the weekends, you can get carnitas by the pound or a whole roasted chicken for $5. Grab a pack or tortillas, which are usually still warm from the factory, and you have lunch. read more

Oh my god! La Casa Del Pueblo, you have kept me from moving out of Chicago! there is a serious dearth of acceptable grocery stores in Chicago, but this grocery store rules. I'm from the west coast and I sort of took it for granted that the local grocery should have fresh, organic produce and a variety of healthy, organic dry goods. I was offended by chi's paltry selection (i won't shop at whole foods, so don't even go there). LCDP is the answer to my prayers! and CHEAP! mega sales, plus great mexican grocery store as well. think grocery store in the Mission. come here if you want a totally positive grocery-shopping experience! it's love! read more

This review is impart of my mother - a 53 year old lady from Pilsen. She loves this place, comes here for her weekly grocery items and never complains - well now she does because she says there's a lot of "Hipster" items being sold rather than the traditional stuff she used to get. Either way, she still loves it - may I suggest security at the door keeping out the Pilsen Hipsters? read more

My favorite grocery store! Friendly staff, always clean and a variety of products. Things on sale are clearly marked and things the are not on sale aren't expensive either. The only thing with this grocery store is how crazy they are about closing on time lol. If you're not in the store about 15 minutes before closing, you probably won't get in. If it's an emergency, then the guy closing the gate will let you in, which is why I still give it 5 stars ;) The price is always right at the casa del pueblo. read more

la casa del pueblo in pilsen great grocery store latino neighboorhood , it's no jewel , marianos or anything like that , it's very convenient, they have everything like it :) mmmmm they just need to be polite, the cashiers : smile girls :D and sell mexican gossip magazines . read more

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I LOVE la casa del pueblo... not only because the name makes me laugh when translated to english, but because every single employee here loves their job! It's super cheap and they now carry "green" and organic products and baggers don't turn their nose up at me when I bring in 7 resuable shopping bags. Everyone is so polite and friendly. oh, not to mention you can buy bootleg dvd's and cd's at the entrace!!! read more

Great grocery market! Marinated pork, beef and chicken for tacos, among an excellent selection of other meats. Nice fruit and veggie selection and lots of brand choices, including a wide variety of organic products. Bulk candies, fruits and nuts sold in individual packages. They even have dates! Only thing missing were tater tots and sliced cheddar. Prices are so so good, you'd be throwing money away shopping elsewhere. read more