The Purple Pig

The Purple Pig Award-winning Mediterranean small plates & wine on Chicago's Mag Mile. Est. 2009. 444 N Michigan Ave.
(11545)

Experience the exquisite cuisine of James Beard, Rising Star Chef 2014 – Jimmy Bannos Jr. As a fourth generation restaurateur, Jimmy catapulted his expertise through training by nationally renowned chefs. Since opening in 2009, under the leadership of Jimmy Bannos Jr., The Purple Pig has received numerous accolades, including being named one of 2010’s “10 Best New Restaurants in America” by Bon Ap

pétit magazine; and a Bib Gourmand recipient from the Michelin Guide Chicago in 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014; among other honors. Dubbed the “Prince of Pork” by Dana Cowin (Food and Wine Editor and Chief); Jimmy Jr. brings his love for Mediterranean food to the Windy City in fun, inventive ways – at this rustic sharable plate restaurant, conveniently located on the Magnificent Mile. Located at 444 North Michigan Avenue, the restaurant offers cheese, swine and wine, among other standout dishes, showcasing the flavors of Italy, Greece and Spain. Now offering:
- RESERVATIONS FOR INDOOR DINING (but walk-ins welcomed)
- TAKEOUT
- DELIVERY

Doing the Ferris Bueller's Day Off route downtown? 🎬"A great gastronomic stop" — that's how two Brazilian travel guides ...
07/18/2026

Doing the Ferris Bueller's Day Off route downtown? 🎬

"A great gastronomic stop" — that's how two Brazilian travel guides describe us, mapping the film's 40th-anniversary Chicago locations. Mediterranean small plates + a deep wine list, right on Michigan Ave.

Reserve your table.

07/18/2026

The air is clearing up and our kitchen is hot! 🔥 Let’s make it a night at 💜
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07/15/2026

Pour it up during happy hour! It’s another hot day 🥵 another reason to indulge in some drinks! 🍹
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07/12/2026

Pop in today for our weekend special! 💜 Dry-aged ribeye! 😋
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07/10/2026

Crispy pig ears to start this Friday off?! Why not…put that egg on top and let’s head into the weekend! 💜
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07/09/2026

Halfway through the workweek! 💪 Let’s keep it going as we work hard behind the scenes each day to keep your mouths fed! 💜
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07/05/2026

Back in business! 🎆 Hoping everyone had a fun 4th, come in for happy hour between Sun-Wed from 2-5pm! 💜 get it started today 🍷
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07/04/2026

Happy Independence Day! Cheers to 250 years! 💜

Wishing you a happy and safe 4th of July!Both The Purple Pig Chicago and Oak Brook will be closed Saturday, July 4th, an...
07/04/2026

Wishing you a happy and safe 4th of July!

Both The Purple Pig Chicago and Oak Brook will be closed Saturday, July 4th, and back to regular hours Sunday, July 5th.

See you this weekend.

07/02/2026

Another scorcher today! 🔥 Just come straight for the desserts! is always putting together something fitting for the season 😋
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06/28/2026

Kitchen’s always hot on Sundays! 🔥 Starting the week right? Or capping the weekend? Whichever it is, we’ve got your order 💜
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06/25/2026

It’s not a throwback if it’s a staple! 🔥Our pork belly never disappoints! 💜
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06/23/2026

We’ve got your dinner plans covered! 💜 Pork, pasta, dessert! 🤤 cannot complain there!
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06/21/2026

In this no-cook recipe, Chicago chef Tony Mantuano chops ripe summer tomatoes, stirs in olive oil, basil, shallot, and red-wine vinegar, then lets the mixture rest so the flavors meld. The bright, 35-minute sauce is perfect spooned over grilled fish, piled on charred bread, or tossed with pasta and....

06/18/2026

Have you checked out yet?! 💜 Here’s a throwback of getting into our Spiaggia influences in our pasta. 🤌 Be sure to visit our Oakbrook location because is doing great things over there!! 🔥
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Plates made for passing, a bottle worth opening, and Dad at the head of the table. That's Father's Day at The Purple Pig...
06/18/2026

Plates made for passing, a bottle worth opening, and Dad at the head of the table. That's Father's Day at The Purple Pig
This Sunday — reserve now → reserve.

06/17/2026

Did you know the best seat in the house happens to be right by our kitchen? 👀 If you like to be part of the action, pull up! 💜 let’s take a listen..
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Address

444 N Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL
60611

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 9pm
Tuesday 11am - 9pm
Wednesday 11am - 9pm
Thursday 11am - 9pm
Friday 11am - 10pm
Saturday 11am - 10pm
Sunday 11am - 9pm

Telephone

+13124641744

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