Pilsen Up for a Vote

Published: January 12, 2010

Did you have a great time this summer at Fiesta del Sol? Ever eat at Nightwood or have a drink at Skylark? Here's your chance to vote for the local candidate in the Metromix Chicago "Best of Chicago" Awards.

Pilsen has a nominee for five of the 20 categories. As you might expect, considering Metromix's articles, the neighborhood's new hip spots dominate--although being bypassed in categories like "Best New Mexican" and "Best Taqueria" seems like a real blind spot.

To Vote for Pilsen's Candidate:

Best Festival: Fiesta del Sol
Best New Bar: Simone's Bar
Best Low-Key Bar: Skylark
Best New Restaurant: Nightwood
Best New Boutique: Workshop

What Do You Think?

Is it good for all of Pilsen to have trendy spots on the east side becoming more and more popular? Do you spend time in places like Simone's--or are those destinations for folks from outside the community? And what is the best new Mexican restaurant and best taqueria in Pilsen?

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