griffinc

18th St. My 'hood. Listen, if you want to experience Chicago for real, get your butt on the Pink Line and ride it to 18th St. Hop off and walk around near Harrison Park, Damen Ave, and relish in the fact that there exists a true to life complex racial mix that has learned to completely co inhabit in this city which is so often described as one of racial/ethnic separation. While yes the majority might be Mexican, Mexicans are open as long as you are. They are hard working Americans and to be god damn celebrated. Theres UIC nearby so young people, and parking easily, CTA Pink Line, buses, and this is where it is at in 2016. I don't mean to "blow it up" but truth be told, Pilsen is the best neighborhood in Chicago.