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Restaurant
The Purple Pig Restaurant
The Purple Pig Restaurant is one of the best mediterranean restaurants in Chicago for date night, especially if you want a strong option in Chicago.
On Michigan Avenue, where most rooms trade on location and coast, The Purple Pig does something harder: it earns its crowd with conviction.
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Taste Score 8.8/10
Rating (Google) 9.2
7,367 reviews
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8.8/10
Taste Score
Google 9.2 from 7,367 reviews
Michelin
Best for
Date Night and dinner
Price and pace
moderate | Check restaurant site
Neighborhood
Chicago | 444 N Michigan Ave Upper Level, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Hours
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Price
moderate
Taste Score
8.8/10
Phone
(312) 464-1744
Inside the restaurant
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Menu and ordering
The Purple Pig Restaurant menu: what to order
Start with the dishes below, drawn from the restaurant details and TastyPals notes available on this page. The Purple Pig Restaurant is listed in the moderate price range. Menus, availability, and prices can change, so confirm current details before visiting.
Crispy Pig's Ear with Kale
Milk-Braised Pork Shoulder
Salt-Roasted Beets
Spanish Octopus
Roasted Bone Marrow
Why go
What makes The Purple Pig Restaurant worth the move
The Purple Pig Restaurant is a reliable mediterranean choice in Chicago when you want something that tends to land well. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 7,367 Google reviews.
What to know fast
Public rating
9.2 from 7,367 Google reviews
Best for
Date Night and dinner
Style
Mediterranean in Chicago
Spend
moderate | Check restaurant site
Best for
Know before you go
Google rating: 9.2 from 7,367 reviews
Price point: moderate
Website linked on this page
Phone number available
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9.2 from 7,367 reviews
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Plan the visit
Quick details
- Address
- 444 N Michigan Ave Upper Level, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
- Phone
- (312) 464-1744
- Price
- moderate
- TastyPals score
- 8.8/10
- Hours
- Check restaurant site
- Google rating
- 9.2 (7,367 reviews)
- Cuisine
- Mediterranean
- Michelin
- BIB GOURMAND
- Neighborhood
- Chicago
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Frequently asked questions
What cuisine does The Purple Pig Restaurant serve?
The Purple Pig Restaurant is a Mediterranean restaurant located in Chicago, Chicago. On Michigan Avenue, where most rooms trade on location and coast, The Purple Pig does something harder: it earns its crowd with conviction.
What is The Purple Pig Restaurant best for?
The Purple Pig Restaurant is best for date night, wine bar, cocktail bar, tacos, dinner, local. The Purple Pig Restaurant is a reliable mediterranean choice in Chicago when you want something that tends to land well. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 7,367 Google reviews.
How much does it cost to eat at The Purple Pig Restaurant?
The Purple Pig Restaurant is in the moderate price range (moderate). Google rating: 9.2 from 7,367 reviews
What should I order at The Purple Pig Restaurant?
Start with Crispy Pig's Ear with Kale, Milk-Braised Pork Shoulder, Salt-Roasted Beets and Spanish Octopus. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.
Is The Purple Pig Restaurant worth visiting?
The Purple Pig Restaurant holds a 9.2 Google rating from 7,367 reviews. The Purple Pig Restaurant is a reliable mediterranean choice in Chicago when you want something that tends to land well. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 7,367 Google reviews.
Where is The Purple Pig Restaurant located?
The Purple Pig Restaurant is located at 444 N Michigan Ave Upper Level, Chicago, IL 60611, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.
What are The Purple Pig Restaurant's hours?
The Purple Pig Restaurant's listed hours are Check restaurant site. We recommend checking directly before visiting as hours may vary on holidays.
Does The Purple Pig Restaurant take reservations?
Yes, The Purple Pig Restaurant accepts reservations. You can book a table online through their reservations page.
Is The Purple Pig Restaurant good for a date night?
Yes — The Purple Pig Restaurant is tagged for date night dining. The Purple Pig Restaurant is a reliable mediterranean choice in Chicago when you want something that tends to land well. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 7,367 Google reviews.
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