Italian
Alla Vita
Experience exceptional Italian dining in Chicago with a 4.8-star rating. Discover a warm atmosphere and memorable dishes. Book your table.
4.8$$Italian
View RestaurantThe Purple Pig Restaurant
Located in the heart of Chicago, this popular Mediterranean spot offers a truly exceptional dining experience, consistently earning a 4.6-star rating from over 7,000 patrons. Diners frequently praise the exemplary food, attentive service, and vibrant atmosphere. The menu is known for its rich flavors, with standout dishes like perfectly prepared filet mignon alongside flavorful risottos. A particular highlight is the delightful apple cobbler, often cited as an exceptional end to a meal. This establishment is ideal for those seeking a memorable culinary adventure, whether for a casual lunch or a more celebratory evening.
Mediterranean · European•$$•4.6(7,144)•Chicago
Located in the heart of Chicago, this popular Mediterranean spot offers a truly exceptional dining experience, consistently earning a 4.6-star rating from over 7,000 patrons. Diners frequently praise the exemplary food, attentive service, and vibrant atmosphere. The menu is known for its rich flavors, with standout dishes like perfectly prepared filet mignon alongside flavorful risottos. A particular highlight is the delightful apple cobbler, often cited as an exceptional end to a meal. This establishment is ideal for those seeking a memorable culinary adventure, whether for a casual lunch or a more celebratory evening.
About The Purple Pig Restaurant
Located in the heart of Chicago, this popular Mediterranean spot offers a truly exceptional dining experience, consistently earning a 4.6-star rating from over 7,000 patrons. Diners frequently praise the exemplary food, attentive service, and vibrant atmosphere. The menu is known for its rich flavors, with standout dishes like perfectly prepared filet mignon alongside flavorful risottos. A particular highlight is the delightful apple cobbler, often cited as an exceptional end to a meal. This establishment is ideal for those seeking a memorable culinary adventure, whether for a casual lunch or a more celebratory evening.
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Restaurant Characteristics
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💰Price Range
Moderate
Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
🕐Meal Time
dinner
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
🎭Atmosphere
Casual
Atmosphere (Casual)
Relaxed and laid-back atmosphere
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
✨Features & Amenities
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
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Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
Why Travelers Love The Purple
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
4.6 / 5.0(7,144 reviews)
This was one of our most exceptional dining experiences in Chicago⭐️. The food, service, and atmosphere were exemplary. The filet mignon was the best I have ever had, rich in flavor with purple mashed potato and mushrooms perfectly prepared. The risotto was superb full of flavors, and the apple cobbler was exceptional. Compliments to Chef Efrain and his team for their outstanding work. We will certainly return; this restaurant fully merits its reputation. We had lunch at The Purple Pig for my husband’s birthday, and it did not disappoint. Our server, Camilo, was personable, attentive, and truly made the experience unforgettable. We shared the Spanish Octopus, which was perfectly cooked and great for two, and the half duck, glazed with orange juice and brown sugar, which was absolutely delicious (and generous enough for leftovers). The restaurant was packed and a bit loud around 1:45 pm, but the incredible food and exceptional service more than made up for it. Conveniently located near where the Architecture Boat Tour departs, this spot is a must-visit in Chicago. Highly recommend! What a gem!! I don’t even eat pork but everything here was outstanding! The tuna tartar, octopus, duck, and even the whipped feta with bread were all cooked with such perfection. Each one of my taste buds was singing in delight. The chefs clearly had perfected every tiny aspect of every dish from presentation and balance of all flavors that exist. Maybe the best food I’ve had in Chicago!! Exceptional service too!! What a treat!
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Where to Find Them
444 Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
+1 (312) 464-1744
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Opening Hours
Closed Now
Monday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Recent Reviews
Yanira G.
November 9, 2025
This was one of our most exceptional dining experiences in Chicago⭐️. The food, service, and atmosphere were exemplary. The filet mignon was the best I have ever had, rich in flavor with purple mashed potato and mushrooms perfectly prepared. The risotto was superb full of flavors, and the apple cobbler was exceptional. Compliments to Chef Efrain and his team for their outstanding work. We will certainly return; this restaurant fully merits its reputation.
Maria B.
November 10, 2025
We had lunch at The Purple Pig for my husband’s birthday, and it did not disappoint. Our server, Camilo, was personable, attentive, and truly made the experience unforgettable. We shared the Spanish Octopus, which was perfectly cooked and great for two, and the half duck, glazed with orange juice and brown sugar, which was absolutely delicious (and generous enough for leftovers). The restaurant was packed and a bit loud around 1:45 pm, but the incredible food and exceptional service more than made up for it. Conveniently located near where the Architecture Boat Tour departs, this spot is a must-visit in Chicago. Highly recommend!
Venisa S.
November 15, 2025
What a gem!! I don’t even eat pork but everything here was outstanding! The tuna tartar, octopus, duck, and even the whipped feta with bread were all cooked with such perfection. Each one of my taste buds was singing in delight. The chefs clearly had perfected every tiny aspect of every dish from presentation and balance of all flavors that exist. Maybe the best food I’ve had in Chicago!! Exceptional service too!! What a treat!
Hagz
October 27, 2025
You gotta love pig...I really enjoyed everything about The Purple Pig. The food was fantastic, service was friendly and attentive, I ordered the Milk Braised Pork Shoulder with Mashed Potatoes it was phenomenal fork tender pork and the mashed potatoes were so silky amazing, Charred Cauliflower side dish. All the dishes were tasty and each dish had a great combination of flavors. The dessert was just amazing... And I thought the price was very reasonable for the quality of the food and location. If you are a Girl&The Goat fan, you will love The Purple Pig they have very similar concept. Both Amazing! 100% recommend!
Arlene L.
September 29, 2025
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, good but not too much to say. The grilled shrimp was great, slight crisp char and delicious, and the best was the Spanish Octopus, which was grilled perfectly, tender and flavorful, seasoned beautifully, it was fantastic. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal here.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make The Purple special
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless
Parking
Paid Parking Lot
Paid Street Parking
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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