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The Purple Pig Restaurant Chicago Reviews
Still a favorite of ours! Make sure to make reservations.
We were not able to but came around 4-5 and waited for someone to not show up for their reservations. It was quite a busy weekend. Their food is still very good. I got the Wagyu strip steak and my husband got the pork shank. Plenty of food. Had som
walked in and grabbed bar seats at 8pm and the place was
walked in and grabbed bar seats at 8pm and the place was still very busy, we ordered: - tuna tartare (8/10, presentation outshined the taste and I didn't love the cracker but there was a citrus element that i really enjoyed) - whipped feta (9/10
It's great food with amazing service and the ambience is
It's great food with amazing service and the ambience is mesmerizing! Must go when in town.
I ate there on October 19, 2025.
Either I experienced an off night, or the people reviewing this restaurant are easily pleased. The venue is attractive, but incredibly noisy - one could say raucous. There were two of us, I ordered the lamb shank and my dining partner ordered the tor
The food here was prepared fresh and was delicious! We had
The food here was prepared fresh and was delicious! We had the beef short rib and it was beyond tender with a beautiful sauce. We also had the pork tenderloin and again it was a hit. Roasted cauliflower was a great side with artichoke. The duck,
This was am absolutely FANTASTIC meal service.
Everything was exactly as it was supposed to be, we never felt rushed, our server Jaime was courteous and considerate of the dietary restrictions and preferences of my party. The food was astronomically delicious with wonderful presentation and visua
No river view any longer
The food is excellent, but that is a very old photograph of the restaurant. They moved and they no longer have a river view.
Outstanding food and service
The food is absolutely outstanding. The service is outstanding as well - servers are knowledgeable, attentive and joyful. I ate here two days in a row and had a top notch experience on both visits. Everything was delicious - the Iberian Pork Tender
Stumbled in, was just looking for something close to the
Stumbled in, was just looking for something close to the hotel. Sat at the bar and had a great meal. Loved the ambiance in the restaurant. Got the bone marrow, ricotta and fig, and the duck liver terrine for appetizers. Bone marrow and the duck liver
What a wonderful surprise! The purple pig will be a
What a wonderful surprise! The purple pig will be a regular visit for us!! We were seated at the chefs bar. We were able to watch everything being cooked and presented. We will do that all the time when we go back there. The staff interacted with us
Very nice dinner on a Tuesday night in October.
Sat at the chef's table. Enjoyed appetizer of truffle cheese, mustarde and chips, and for dinner ordered the lamb shank. It was roasted so well - falling off the bone and sauce was delicious. It was served warm - would have been better served a
Food was good, service was terrible.
We ordered the beef tartare as appetizer which was a bit salty to me but still fresh and good. Then we ordered the Spanish octopus, roasted bone marrow and Iberico pork tenderloin. We were very pleased with each entree, super delicious and full of fl
Very Nice Lunch Spot!
My wife and I stopped in for lunch after going on the architecture boat tour, the restaurant was within easy walking distance. We started with the Greek cornbread, which was excellent, I had the mushroom risotto with sea scallops, and my wife had the
Delicious bites, great vibes!
Absolutely loved this spot! The dishes were full of flavor and artfully plated—especially the small plates. The staff was friendly and efficient, ensuring a seamless experience. Great atmosphere and delicious food!
Our group of 7 loved this place! We all agreed it was the
Our group of 7 loved this place! We all agreed it was the best dinner we've had in awhile. Ambience is cozy and dark-wood vibes. Smaller tables and round tables for larger groups. Service was friendly and prompt. Food is mostly all small p
I was in Chicago on business and as a former resident I
I was in Chicago on business and as a former resident I want to eat everything in sight. But I had stuffed myself so much that I decided to have something a little lighter. I found myself at the Purple Pig. I had the pork belly and it was insanely go
The food at this place is beyond exceptional.
Great service and a lively, friendly atmosphere. We shared a few small plates. The bone marrow was heavenly. I considered picking up the bone and gnawing it when we finished the marrow. We also had tuna tartar, the figs with ricotta and prosciutto, a
I believe this is a Michelin recommended restaurant and
I believe this is a Michelin recommended restaurant and rightly so. We didn't feel like dressing super fancy and it had more of a cocktail atmosphere which was fitting, lots of wine, whiskey and other drink selections. The service was super
I don't know how this place could get less than 5 stars?
I don't know how this place could get less than 5 stars? It's excellent!! They have amazing pork dishes (it's in the name) Fried pig ears were one of the best dishes I have ever eaten! Everything was delicious & service was top not
If you love amazing cocktails, delicious food, and
If you love amazing cocktails, delicious food, and outstanding service this place is for you!! My hubby had the peach old fashioned and I had an espresso martini (both on point). We had the charcuterie play with 3 cheeses, beet salad, and half duck;
Best tar tar ive ever had, pork belly was to die for, the
Best tar tar ive ever had, pork belly was to die for, the wagyu sirloin was extremely rich and tender and balanced with the chimichurri sauce. Branzino was also delicious.
Very impressive from the beverages to the apps and entries
Very impressive from the beverages to the apps and entries nothing will disappoint you and the best part of it is your wallet will appreciate you Love it, highly recommended.
Absolutely a fantastic experience
Went for lunch and everything we had was delicious. Started with tuna tartare and moved to a pasta dish, squid and finished with beef. There were four of us and the food delivery was spot on. Check out the pics.
Amazing Flavor, Small Portions
This place has the best food I’ve tried around Chicago — everything was super tasty! The only downside is that the portions are pretty small, so you might leave a little hungry if you’re expecting a big meal. Still, the flavor totally makes up
Amazing experience
This place is out of this world. This is my second time coming here, and the experience was even better. The food, service, and environment blew my family away. I must place when you are in Chicago. Congratulations to Purple Pig’s team.
Amazing food
We visited the Purple Pig based on tour book recommendations and location and it did not disappoint! We had amazing food and wonderful service. Our waiter suggested an off the menu chefs special of pork loin in apple cider that was so tender and
My family and I had dinner at the Purple Pig and it was
My family and I had dinner at the Purple Pig and it was everything we expected. All the dishes we ordered from the appetizers (roasted bone marrow, Greek cornbread) to the main entrees (maple wood smoked aged pork chop, filet mignon) were all cooked
Walked in restaurant with table seats entirely filled with
Walked in restaurant with table seats entirely filled with enthusiastic diners, but we secured seats at the bar at mid afternoon, where we were greeted immediately by friendly bartender Brauglio who served us tap waters and took our drink orders. We
Magnificent Mile Dinner
My family and I had dinner at the Purple Pig and it was everything we expected. All the dishes we ordered from the appetizers (roasted bone marrow, Greek cornbread) to the main entrees (maple wood smoked aged pork chop, filet mignon) were all cooked
Awesome dinner here, was able to get seats at the bar last
Awesome dinner here, was able to get seats at the bar last minute. We ordered a variety of dishes, starting with roasted bone marrow - so delicious and full of flavor, the herbs, bacon jam and onions made it perfect. Then we had mushrooms 3 ways, goo
Trendy restaurant with an inventive menu; however very
Trendy restaurant with an inventive menu; however very popular and very crowded and very noisy!
The menu at Purple Pig is extensive, creative.
and the type that makes me wish that the limitations of the human stomach didn't apply. I would eat every single thing on their menu. And based on the food I did eat, I'd love all of it. The service was exceptional and the option to let the
Came here for lunch and had an excellent experience! The
Came here for lunch and had an excellent experience! The environment was very welcoming and the service was top notch -- after finishing each dish, they brought us fresh new plates, which was a very nice touch. We tried several dishes, and everythin
I was told The Purple Pig is a must visit while in Chicago
I was told The Purple Pig is a must visit while in Chicago so I made a reservation for an early lunch and I left feeling so satisfied. Service was great and our server was so attentive and friendly. I asked him for some recommendations since it was
I loved Spiaggia and Tony Mantuano.
I was so excited when I heard he was involved with Purple Pig. What a let down. I am not sure who the target audience is, I think tourists? Certainly not foodies. We started with Tuna Tartare and it was so drenched in truffle oil that truffle flavo
Definitely a place to come with a group so you can try a
Definitely a place to come with a group so you can try a little bit of everything. The small plates are designed for a quick bite, and the standout for me was the tuna tartare. Never thought mandarin, sour cream, and tuna would pair so well, but it w
The Pig simply rocks the tapas scene in Chicago.
From amazing charcuterie to small imaginative plates of wonderful. Try it, you will not be disappointed.
After being recommended this place 49281 times, I was
After being recommended this place 49281 times, I was finally able to try while visiting Chicago in early August. I will say, we enjoyed everything we ordered and definitely left full. My favorite out of all of the dishes we got was the tuna tartare
Food is just ok Receptionist is not good hospitality
Food is just ok Receptionist is not good hospitality because when we sat at table he brought us the for 5 minutes we found out that next table of 4 people having loud talk and laughing. I ask for change table after I look around and see many availabl
Lunch with family
The Purple Pig was amazing. It’s the first thing we did after arriving from Atlanta. The atmosphere was perfect. Trendy style and not snobby. They played great 80s rock. Everything we had was fantastic. Cheese and meat board. We shared tagliatelle,
had a great experience at the purple pig, the food was
had a great experience at the purple pig, the food was fantastic. The wine was great, but the bartenders were definitely the highlight. They let me try several of the daily surprise wines from a place I couldn't have even imagined could've
Place was fantastic.
Walked up last night at 6pm with no reservations. They sat the two of us at the bar right next to the open kitchen. The head chef, who yelled out the orders. Was so great. He showed us everything that was coming out of the kitchen and told us exactly
Delicious meal with attentive staff.
The ambience was casual with friendly servers. Good for business and dining solo.
Amazing food! Went with a group and we tried tuna tartar,
Amazing food! Went with a group and we tried tuna tartar, bone marrow spread, Spanish octopus, pork tenderloin, and half duck. The tuna tartar was one of the best and the pork tenderloin was my overall favorite. The octopus was the best I've had
As always an amazing place!!!! The environment was popping.
We had a great time with friends. The plates were awesome... burrata, octopus, chicken thighs (taziki was incredible) and always the tuna Tatar ... everyone when in Chicago needs to check it out
The Purple Pig completely blew me away.
So many friends recommended this spot so I decided to give it a try. Our server, Josie, made the entire experience unforgettable. She was super friendly, and clearly knew the menu inside and out. She gave us recommendations that turned out to be the
Overall, my experience at the purple pig was a plus and
Overall, my experience at the purple pig was a plus and minus. Entry into the restaurant from the street isa bit strange as you walk through a long lobby of the building to get to the restaurant. Inside of the restaurant was very noisy and difficult
The Purple Pig has earned its reputation over the years and
The Purple Pig has earned its reputation over the years and continues to deliver with impressive consistency. Service is fast, the prices are reasonable, and the food is always fresh and delicious. It's rare for a spot that's been around fo
Deliciousness! Fav Chicago Restaurant, but please don’t mess with perfection!
The Purple Pig is one of our favorite Chicago restaurants. We come for the flavors- well thought out and balanced- everything is very flavorful and we love the sharing plates. It’s our go to spot and we always have a great shared meal. One recommen
Enjoy the Purple Pig
What a fantastic restaurant!! The food is very unique and so delicious that you can not describe it as one particular type. Their wine list is very extensive. We had friends visiting from Paris and they loved it. The entire staff is first rate, a
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