Pilsen Community Books

Category:	Book Store
Address:	1102 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Site:	pilsencommunitybooks.org
Rating:	4.6
Working:	11AM–7PM 11AM–9PM 11AM–9PM 11AM–9PM 11AM–9PM 11AM–9PM 11AM–7PM

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Reviews 26

Warren Skipper

This is an awesome spot! This makes shopping for books enjoyable. The size is a perfect balance of small shop meets nice size inventory. The books are laid out to make the most use of the small space which gives a cozy feel. Its completely contrary to the larger book stores. Its located in a high pedestrian area so there are few cars around, but plenty of street parking available. Everyone is friendly and very knowledgeable of all the books they carry. Theres little room to sit and read but you can easily walk to the many nearby shops and restaurants with your book!

Maria Lavender

I really like it here. A pleasant place to be inside of, spend some time in and find something interesting to read. Wide selection of books at decent prices. I love that they have a kids book section in the back, and stock some cool zines (including some from Chicagos own Tan & Loose Press). The wall to wall, floor to ceiling books is awesome—the rolling ladders are a book-lovers dream—but overwhelming. What books am I missing way up there near the ceiling? Definitely dont skip this place when youre in Pilsen; youll love it!

Zak Hammerman

Great prices on a very large selection of used books; lots of great titles and hidden gems for a few dollars cheaper than your usual bookstore, plus the people who work here are passionate about their work. However, given that its location is in Pilsen and very few of the books are in Spanish it might come off as insulting to the community, though its doubtful that this is anything more than an oversight.

Susan Newman

A beautiful and serene bookstore, that reminds you that independently owned bookstores should always be in existance. Many of the books are used, but you would never know because they are in new condition, and less expensive! An amazing selection of books, you could spend many hours looking through, and enjoying every moment!

DeA Fench

Found a copy of Love - a Toni Morrison book I was in the middle of reading until it was stolen with my luggage from a hotel. Went inside bookstore hoping theyd have it. $6 for the same paperback release w/ authors foreward. Surrounding neighborhood is vibrant! Thank you very much, Pilsen Community Bookstore!

Abbie Brasch

I cant get enough of this place! Who knew that a used books store could be so classy with a wide selection thats also affordable! My boyfriend and I love coming here. Its probably the best book store in Chicago to be honest.

Lena Guerrero

Great for snagging an unexpected read! Wide selection of books, and you leave knowing your purchase benefited the community (through the stores community programs or simply local business ownership.)

Ivana Chen

Such a lovely find in Pilsen. They have all the latest and greatest books and then more things you never knew you wanted to read! Most paperback books are <$10 and its a place you can spend hours.

Maru Sanchez

Exelente lugar para perderse buscando buenos libros y a un buen precio

Josean Ortiz

A book store in a Spanish speaking community that sells almost no books in Spanish or related to the culture. A move to kick the current residents out. Will not support!

Emilie Babicz

Friendly staff; a pretty, clean and well organized store with a good variety of books for any sort of reader. Its a true neighborhood bookstore.

Samantha Rosenfeld

Such an adorable treasure trove! Wide selection of reading materials, old-fashioned library decor. Its such a charming place to frequent!

Yaniv Kleinman

Just exactly what Pilsen needed – a bilingual used bookstore curated with mind-stimulating texts. High five!

Hillary Johnson

Pilsen Community Bioks is our newest treasure in the community. Its like a small book Heaven.

Robert Bogolin

Awesome selection of books. Will definitely return. Glad to have a nice book store in Pilsen

Francisco Pantoja

AMAZING BOOKSTORE! Ive been a shopper here since its opening. They never fail to disappoint!