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- Ioanna VasilatouJuly 4, 2017Our absolute favorite far beyond the Chicago borders! Visited twice and would go there again! The menu is absolutely wonderful and unique and the staff excellent! Don't miss out. Be prepared to wait.
- B PDecember 21, 2014Great atmosphere, sharing is caring. Make new friends chatting to the strangers on your table. Vegetarian options are plenty. Food come to table once ready so remember to leave room to try everything.
- Bert MacQueenOctober 15, 2016I had the marrow and it was wonderful. Go easy when sprinkling on the sea salt. I thought it was just fine without the salt. Just.spread the marrow on the bread, top with the cilantro....delish
- Candice RiveraNovember 2, 2016I had a great caramel chocolate churro porter! The food was incredible, the Cornish hen, 4 meats platter, and stuffed calamari were divine! One of my favorite eats of all time
- Diana Lopez GarciaAugust 18, 2019Now located a few steps of the old one. N Michigan 444 Magnificent Mille. One of my favs in Chicago. Pork Ribs, Pork Belly, Hot Dog Truffle,Charcoaled Cauliflower or Broccoli. House Crafted Beer
- June ParkAugust 18, 2019Ordered lamb chop and kohlrabi. Lamb chop was so tender and juicy. Amazing with the sauce (yogurt-based). Our waiter recommended Kohlrabi, so we tried. It was SO FLAVORFUL! Loved it.
- Chicago TribuneApril 10, 2015The Purple Pig's roasted bone marrow has a perfectly solidified, easy-to-scoop consistency that makes it a prime find and the ideal topping for the accompanying thick-sliced crusty bread. Read more
- Cameron WAugust 27, 2017The bone marrow is worth the trip here by itself. The chicken kebabs were also very delicious. The wait was long but they take your number and text you when a table is free. Great feature.
- Ana Paula PellegrinoFebruary 3, 2017This was easily the best place I ate at while in Chicago. The service was awesome and the food was amazing - order the Turkey leg, you won't regret it!
- Nathan WrightSeptember 25, 2015Foodies will love this place. Get a plate to share with friends and get cozy with the people seated next to you. Everything was amazing, from pig tongue to octopus to wine selection. Highly recommend.
- Christina C.December 29, 2012Everything is amazing. Pig ear & tail = must! Pig shoulder & bone marrow were good but too filling w/ bread. I would skip the iris dessert which is a large donut w chocolate & ricotta. Line up early.
- Norman EllisNovember 2, 2017Never could seem to get here but this trip I did and it was WORTH THE WAIT! Everything I had was sublime. The Milk braised Pork Shoulder was other worldly. 😋
- Mitty ChangSeptember 29, 2014Make reservations or else get here early. If you are here with a party of 2 or smaller, check out the bar seats -- especially the ones next to the chefs. Those are the best seats in the house!
- Cass GrimmFebruary 27, 2017Everything here is good. Everything. Twice I've ordered the milk-braised pork shoulder and Brussels sprouts. OMG!! The ricotta stuffed bun is also to die for. The cherry bier - loved it too.
- Reuben PeñaJuly 3, 2017The lamb ribs were very succulent with a non over powering hint of spice. The quail and waffle were a a great addition as well. The waffle retained it's crisp and the quail was well cooked.
- CarmenJanuary 1, 2016Original cocktails. I liked the cin-cin. I hear that pork chops are good. The taramosalad is bad. Mostly cream of wheat, almost no roe. And they thought it was *my* problem because I come from Europe
- Cass GrimmOctober 16, 2016Life changing. We had the Brussels sprouts, broccoli, braised pork shoulder, and the heavenly fried dough ball filled with cream and chocolate chips. YES!!!
- Natalia RamirezNovember 3, 2018Pork shoulder is delightful. Perfect balance of taste, texture and overall tenderness. Great selection of wine and Bourbon. You won’t be disappointed.
- Helen ParkJuly 26, 2015Personally prefer Gilt Bar's bone marrow but Purple Pig's is nice too. The food is on the saltier side so watch out for that but overall I love their dishes.
- Staff PicksFebruary 4, 2016This joint is one of the 15 best places in Chicago to get butternut squash, a trending taste this week. They're also ranked as Chicago's 2nd best place for wine. We wouldn't object if you get both.
- Matthew TaubSeptember 7, 2016Great small plates but always a long wait. They call you on your phone when your tables ready so put your name in and head to a nearby bar.
- NanaApril 19, 2017Omg never thought I'd say this but that broccoli was delicious! The cocktails were quite amazing. I didn't care for the pork shoulder was salty porky 🐷 if you like that go for it. Next time octopus
- s h .October 16, 2016Excellent place for small plate sharing - pork blade steak and roasted broccoli (dressing: roasted garlic and anchovy vinaigrette) are must orders!
- ElizabethApril 15, 2015Everything is absolutely delicious. Pork shoulder, fried Brussel Sprouts with Pig ears and the pork shoulder!! Amazing! Oh and they're version of an Old Fashion is delicious! Worth the wait
- B HFebruary 22, 2017A must try in Michigan Avenue, Downtown Chicago. Fried stuffed olives Ascolana style & grilled chicken leg kabob with cucumber sauce. The hype is real! 🍷 glad I tried this place!
- Erica LinSeptember 3, 2013Definitely one of the best restaurants in Chicago. don't take reservations but it's def worth the wait. Maybe come about half hour before ur planned dinner time. The pork shoulder and turkey is must!
- Ariana VoyerApril 30, 2017Bone marrow, pork tongue and smoked goat cheese were awesome. Insane wine list, yet the server knew exactly which one to recommend.
- Deniz EJuly 10, 2018Grilled octopus with green beans, Yukon fingerling potatoes and salsa verde. Each item on the menu has a wine recommendation.
- Erika DavisJuly 10, 2016Awesome vegetarian place to go! Go early to avoid wait or just get a drink and hang out outside of it's a nice weather.
- John LeeNovember 11, 2014The dishes here are best eaten with a bit of everything in each bite. The pig's ear (good by itself) takes on a whole new dimension when had with the egg, kale, and pepper.
- Lou CarulliMay 1, 2015Its a bit hidden in the back of another building and you have to go along a side entrance. Food was GREAT! Big fan of tapas because you can sample and share items.
- Eduardo AvilaJuly 24, 2014Any place that can pull off a Kings of Convenience to Bon Jovi mix deserves respect. Great place, great wine. I recommend Pigs Ears, bone marrow and, surprisingly, the turkey leg.
- Nate LawlerJuly 19, 2015My favorite thing to do here is have the server bring you a dish or two to complement your meal. The menu is so extensive and it is nice to have some help while also getting a fun surprise.
- Chicago TribuneJune 22, 2012You must try the roasted butternut squash! With complementary flavors and textures, to wit: toasted pumpkin seeds, grated ricotta salata, fried sage leaves and brown butter. Read more
- Darren SpencerNovember 30, 2013Antipasti:Broccoli w/ roast garlic-thumbs up..Chicken thigh kebobs w/ fried smashed potatoes & Tzatziki-2 thumbs up, excellent excellent entrée.
- I can't believe I have never left a tip! LOVE this place. Try everything. Leave picky eaters at home!!! Octopus grilled to perfection, delish smears, morcilla, razor clams, Pork everything. Wine!
- Peter SenaOctober 22, 2013Eat here. The food is amazing. Great selection of hundreds of wines. Cheese plates and Mediterranean tapas will be an amazing compliment to your palette
- Cass GrimmDecember 30, 2016ABSOLUTELY DIVINE. I love the milk braised pork shoulder and the iris bun. The cherry kriek beer is great too.
- Mike HJuly 16, 2013Four words: Milk. Braised. Pork. Shoulder. Meatball slider is delicious, fried pig ears are mediocre. Grandma D's chocolate cake is a nice finish. Bottle of wine to wash it all down and you're golden.
- Paull YoungAugust 26, 2014This place is awesome. Read foursquare tips to find a few standouts (my fave: chicken thighs), then let your waiter pick the rest.
- João BernarttJune 10, 2012I was in Chicago for 7 days and just in the last day a came here. Sorry for me. THE BEST (cost x benefit) place i have been in US. Try anything, everything is great. The service, awesome.
- Sal ConcaJuly 15, 2012The crispy pigs ears were delish especially with that fries egg mixed in. So was the beet and goat cheese salad have to go back to try the pork blade steak.
- Mike GOctober 18, 2014Great wine selection, knowledgeable and friendly staff. You need to try the JLT, any of the smears, I've eaten here many tines and never had a bad thing on the menu.
- sue qOctober 27, 2018Our favorite in Chicago! Lively scene. We had the bar seats best in the house! Must get the milk braised pork shoulder - everything was delicious
- Cassy TDecember 2, 2017The calendar and octopus were perfectly cooked. Also loved the broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and even the beets (who one beets could be so yummy!)
- Kevin M. McNally, CMPJuly 17, 2018The Greek wines on the menu....Bravo. Bone marrow, cheese and so many offerings. Sit at the bar and watch the culinary team create your meal. Amazing.
- Kailai XuSeptember 1, 2013Wait for the bar seats instead of tables! So much faster and equal privacy. Nice wine selection and excellent pork shoulder!
- Lisa NJune 20, 2013Great wine list and knowledgeable staff. Try the braised pork shoulder with mashed potatoes. The "wedge" salad with blue cheese dressing is great. Calamari and mussels also recommended.