About this episode
This episode explores the history and presence of the Filipino community in Chicago and its impact on the city's cultural landscape.
A concentrated Filipino community area is not as easy to spot as neighborhoods like Chinatown or Little Village. In this episode, we’ll look at the long history Filipinos have had in Chicago stretching back to the early 1900s. We’ll also look at how Filipino restaurants have made a mark across the city in recent years, from Jefferson Park to Pilsen. Originally published in February 2025.
Topics covered
- Filipino community
- Chicago history
- Cultural neighborhoods
- Filipino restaurants
- Immigration history
Keywords
- Filipino neighborhood
- Chicago
- cultural history
- Filipino restaurants
- community
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Chicago, Chinatown, Little Village, Jefferson Park, Pilsen
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