Experience the heart of Chicago’s Puerto Rican community on Division Street, also known as Paseo Boricua — a vibrant corridor marked by two giant Puerto Rican flags that symbolize pride, resistance, and cultural identity.
Begin your tour at La Bruquena Restaurant, where you’ll taste authentic Puerto Rican favorites including arroz con gandules, alcapurria, tostones, empanadillas, and mofongo — the essential flavors of the island. Pair your meal with a Medalla Puerto Rican lager or a tropical drink.
From there, walk along the historic Division Street corridor, exploring powerful murals that tell the story of migration, activism, and resilience. Along the way, stop for traditional sweets like quesitos and experience the neighborhood’s vibrant energy.
Finish the tour with a refreshing homemade Coquito — a classic Puerto Rican cocktail with a coconut base, with or without rum.
Come hungry. Leave inspired.
*Menu can change depending on the restaurant availability and amount of guests.
