First off the immediate area isn't "ghetto". I'd say about a mile away is ghetto. The problem is, this is where they all come out to eat.
Second, they need to do something about the beggar problem. There is ONE that will be there day in day out asking you for $.75 or $1.00. They just sit there and look at him. Plus, he will be ignorant about it too and talk about you as you walk away (even if you do give him money).
Third, if you like old stale "grilled" onions on everything then you're right at home. I've been to a couple Maxwell's that have better onions but these are pretty bad and the smell kinda gets to you if you live near by.
Lastly, although the onions are bad I do suggest the pizza. For $3.00 you get a pretty big slice with a can of pop and it isn't bad. Plus, they deliver whole pies.
My suggestion, like everybody else, don't go there when you're sober and look out for the bum.
This place never fails to deliver when your drunk at 2-3-4am in the morning. ive never eaten at this place sober, but i don't really think its meant for that. best fucken porkchop sandwhiches everrrrr
you arent a true uic student if you've never been to maxwells. has served me well many a time after clubbin or just drinking late by campus