La Perla Chicago

4.4

16 Reviews

$31 to $50

Latin American

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Neighborhood gem
Kid-friendly
Good for groups

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Lakeview East, La Perla Chicago, Restaurant & Lounge offers a unique blend of tradition and innovation. Under the culinary direction of Chef Edwin, we celebrate the finest ingredients and creative flair to bring you a sophisticated dining experience.

Our Grilled Seafood Platter is a must-try, embodying the essence of our fusion menu, designed to tantalize the palate and captivate the senses. The elegant ambiance at La Perla is perfect for any occasion, from a delightful happy hour to a memorable night out. Located just down the street from Wrigley Field, La Perla is the ideal spot to start or end your exploration of Chicago.

The atmosphere at La Perla is both chic and welcoming, with special features like our cozy lounge, perfect for an intimate gathering or a relaxing evening under the lights and disco balls. Join us at La Perla, where culinary excellence meets the vibrant spirit of Chicago.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Latin American, Tapas / Small Plates, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 955-0556
Website
http://laperla-chicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
3168 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60657-4437
Neighborhood
Lake View
Cross street
Clark and Belmont
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
The Belmont Red Line Station is right around the corner, and the 77, 22, 8, 151, and 156 bus lines are all within a 2 minute walk of the restaurant.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

La Perla's Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Tue - Fri - 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Embrace the enchantment of early evening at La Perla! From 4-7 PM, Tuesday to Friday, our happy hour features unique bites like crispy calamari and zesty shrimp ceviche, paired with crafted cocktails like Aperol Spritz and diverse margaritas. Unwind in our chic, relaxed setting, perfect for savoring the moment before dinner. Join us for a taste of sophistication; reserve your spot now for a memorable start to your evening!

Shrimp and Octopus Ceviche$24.00
Shrimp, octopus, red onion, avocado and cilantro served with plantain chips
Peruvian Ceviche$24.00
Halibut fish, grape tomatoes, lime, onions, and cilantro served with plantain chips
Guacamole$16.00
Avocado, tomato, onion, cilantro and lime served with plantain chips. Your choice of regular or spicy
- Regular
- Spicy
Tuna Tartare$24.00
Yellowfin tuna, red onion, cucumber, avocado and microgreens served with plantain chips
Crispy Fried Calamari$20.00
Fried calamari served with marinara or cocktail sauce
- Marinara Sauce
- Cocktail Sauce
Grilled Seafood Platter$30.00
Grilled calamari, octopus and shrimp, served with spring mix and balsamic vinaigrette

Small Plates

Trio of Empanadas$18.00
Served with chipotle mayo sauce
- Beef
- Roasted Sweet Corn
- Shrimp
Trio of Tacos$21.00
You choose three tacos; served with cilantro and onion
- Steak
- Chicken
- Shrimp
- Veggie
Shrimp Dijon$22.00
Garlic bread crumbs, paprika and white wine sauce
Champagne Scallops$22.00
Cape Cod Jumbo Sea Scallops, Azafran Risotto and champagne butter sauce
Stuffed Clams$22.00
Clams stuffed with shrimp, mushrooms, onions and bread crumbs. Served with dijon sauce, white wine, and lemon.

Soups

Seafood Soup$24.00
Shrimp, octopus, scallops, clams and mussels with vegetables and red sauce
Minestrone Soup$12.00
White cabbage, onions, carrots, potatoes and zucchini
Chicken Noodle Soup$12.00
Chicken, noodle, carrots, potatoes, zucchini and onions
Beef Soup$16.00
Beef, white cabbage, onions, carrots, potatoes and zucchini

Salads

Berry Prawn Avo$21.00
Grilled tiger prawns, baby arugula, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and berry vinaigrette dressing
Roasted Beet Salad$19.00
Organic baby arugula, candied oranges, roasted beets, goat cheese and vinaigrette dressing
Seafood Salad$26.00
Sepia, calamari, shrimp, octopus, green olives, carrots, celery, white vinegar, olive oil and lemon
Chicken Caesar Salad$21.00
Chicken, croutons, romaine lettuce, and parmesan. Your choice of original or creamy caesar dressing
- Original Caesar
- Creamy Caesar

Sandwiches

Salmon Burger$20.00
Salmon patty served with lettuce, tomato, onion, and shrimp sauce on a white bun served with house fries
Grilled Chicken Sandwich$18.00
Chicken, tomato, lettuce, mozzarella cheese with pesto sauce, served with spring mix and house potatoes
Steak Sandwich$20.00
Steak, pesto mayo, panini bread, onion, mushroom, tomato, melted mozzarella and spring mix lettuce
Chicken Parm Sandwich$18.00
Chicken, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella on focaccia bread
Grilled Vegetable Sandwich$16.00
Zucchini, yellow squash, eggplant, bell pepper and light pesto sauce

Mains

Delmonico Steak$44.00
Ribeye steak, finger potatoes, oyster mushrooms
- Rare
- Medium Rare
- Medium
- Medium Well
- Well Done
Grilled Octopus$38.00
Chef's special sauce, served with wild rice, lemon, salted cherry tomatoes, onion, potatoes and spinach
Chilean Seabass$46.00
Sautéed seabass filet, roasted pine nuts, garlic mashed potatoes, oyster mushrooms and lemon sauce
Argentinian Churrasco$34.00
48-hour marinated skirt steak, finger potatoes, oyster mushrooms and chimichurri sauce
Shrimp Alfredo Pasta$24.00
Cream based alfredo sauce with shrimp, served with broccoli and asparagus
Seafood Pasta$36.00
Linguini pasta with shrimp, calamari, clams, mussels and your choice of red or white sauce (feeds two)
- Red Sauce
- White Sauce
Vodka Pasta$24.00
Homemade rigatoni, vodka sauce and parmesan cheese (your choice of Chicken or Shrimp)
- Chicken
- Shrimp

Chicken Wings

Chicken Wings$13.00
6 pieces, served with celery, carrots, and ranch
- Garlic Pepper
- Chipotle Mango BBQ
- Honey BBQ
- Mild Buffalo
- Medium Buffalo
- Hot Buffalo

Kids Menu

Chicken Fingers$12.00
Mini Pizza$12.00
- Cheese Pizza
- Pepperoni Pizza
Mozzarella Sticks$12.00
Sliders$12.00

Sides

Oyster Mushrooms$9.00
Mashed Potatoes$7.00
Malanga Chips & Plantains$7.00
Chicken Fingers$9.00
Toasted Crostini Bread$4.00
Fried Zucchini$6.00
Fried Mushrooms$6.00

What 16 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.2Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago / Illinois
Kid-friendly
Chicago / Illinois
Romantic
Chicago / Illinois
Latin American
Chicago
Kid-friendly
Chicago
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

La Perla Chicago offers a vibrant atmosphere with "great food" and "attentive service." Diners rave about the "amazing steak" and "delicious empanadas," while the "tiramisu" is unforgettable. The space has a unique charm, with modern decor and a fun vibe. A must-visit spot in Chicago!

16 Reviews

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Lucy
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved our first visit. Was pleasantly surprised and will definitely be back.
La Perla ChicagoResponded on November 15, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your first visit and that we could surprise you in a positive way. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon. See you next time!
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Andy
Chicago
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Tasty food, interesting mix of cuisines on menu, generous portions, friendly staff - I’ll be back!
La Perla ChicagoResponded on November 15, 2024
Thank you for the fantastic review! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the food, the variety on the menu, and the service. It's always our goal to provide a great experience, and we're happy to know we hit the mark. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Gregg
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Highly recommend this new excellent restaurant. Great food, service and look. Spoke to the owner for awhile. Hard worker who wants to make customers happy. Nice, fun personality.
La Perla ChicagoResponded on November 15, 2024
Thank you so much for the glowing review and for taking the time to speak with me! It means a lot to hear that you enjoyed the food, service, and atmosphere. We’re passionate about creating a great experience for our guests, and it’s so rewarding to know that came through. I’m glad we had the chance to chat, and I look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Lori
Chicago
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience, great ambience, quiet for conversation, very relaxing vibe but still chic and interesting space. Good service, excellent food. We had a great time, and will go back! Broad menu, everything made fresh. I had taco trio and mushrooms, both excellent. The white witch drink is excellent and different, loved it all! Experienced diner
La Perla ChicagoResponded on November 15, 2024
Here’s a response that highlights the positive aspects and expresses gratitude: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the ambience, food, and service. It’s great to hear that the taco trio, mushrooms, and the White Witch drink stood out for you – those are definitely crowd favorites! We take pride in offering a broad, fresh menu, and it’s fantastic to know that it made for such an enjoyable experience. We can’t wait to have you back for another great time!
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Thomas
Chicago
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Terrible service. Some food like seafood soup not up to par. Fine tiaramisu. Fortunately management kindly made up for problem issues like bad waiter. Great friendly chef and host.
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Dani
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was so genuine! They really cared about customers having an amazing experience, bringing out all sorts of freebie surprises, including a lovely dessert for a birthday we were celebrating. The menu & space were unique & the empanadas were delicious.
La Perla ChicagoResponded on November 15, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear you had such a memorable experience with us, especially while celebrating a special occasion. It’s wonderful to know that our team’s genuine care and those little surprises helped make your visit even more enjoyable. We’re also thrilled that you loved the empanadas and the unique vibe of our space. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great time!
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Jennifer
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The drinks and empanadas were amazing. Would definitely return.
La Perla ChicagoResponded on November 15, 2024
Thank you for the great feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed the drinks and empanadas. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another visit soon!
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Luchiano
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was fantastic. The food was a knockout. The staff were our best friends by the time we left. This is by far one of the best restaurants in Chicago. Oh, the tiramisu…forgetaboutit!!! We will be back-Luchiano and Soraya
La Perla ChicagoResponded on November 15, 2024
Wow, thank you so much, Luchiano and Soraya! We’re beyond thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic experience with us. It means the world to know that the food, service, and especially the tiramisu made such an impression! We truly aim to make every guest feel like family, and we’re so glad we could do that for you. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more great food and fun times. See you soon!
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Robert
Chicago
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and great food! A must visit ! The space is cute and it was vibing.
La Perla ChicagoResponded on November 15, 2024
Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed both the food and service, and that the space had the right vibe for you. We can’t wait to have you back for another great visit. See you soon!
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Eric
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dinner tonight at La Perla, great atmosphere, the food was AMAZING!! Give them a try!
La Perla ChicagoResponded on November 15, 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear you had an amazing dinner with us and enjoyed the atmosphere. Your recommendation means a lot, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another fantastic experience. See you again soon!
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FAQs

La Perla Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 955-0556.

La Perla Chicago is rated 4.4 stars by 16 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

3168 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60657-4437

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Clark and Belmont
Neighborhood
Lake View
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Latin American, Tapas / Small Plates, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
The Belmont Red Line Station is right around the corner, and the 77, 22, 8, 151, and 156 bus lines are all within a 2 minute walk of the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://laperla-chicago.com/
Phone number
(312) 955-0556

La Perla Chicago

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

La Perla's Happy Hour

Appetizers

Shrimp and Octopus Ceviche$24.00

Peruvian Ceviche$24.00

Guacamole$16.00

Tuna Tartare$24.00

Crispy Fried Calamari$20.00

Grilled Seafood Platter$30.00

Small Plates

Trio of Empanadas$18.00

Trio of Tacos$21.00

Shrimp Dijon$22.00

Champagne Scallops$22.00

Stuffed Clams$22.00

Soups

Seafood Soup$24.00

Minestrone Soup$12.00

Chicken Noodle Soup$12.00

Beef Soup$16.00

Salads

Berry Prawn Avo$21.00

Roasted Beet Salad$19.00

Seafood Salad$26.00

Chicken Caesar Salad$21.00

Sandwiches

Salmon Burger$20.00

Grilled Chicken Sandwich$18.00

Steak Sandwich$20.00

Chicken Parm Sandwich$18.00

Grilled Vegetable Sandwich$16.00

Mains

Delmonico Steak$44.00

Grilled Octopus$38.00

Chilean Seabass$46.00

Argentinian Churrasco$34.00

Shrimp Alfredo Pasta$24.00

Seafood Pasta$36.00

Vodka Pasta$24.00

Chicken Wings

Chicken Wings$13.00

Kids Menu

Chicken Fingers$12.00

Mini Pizza$12.00

Mozzarella Sticks$12.00

Sliders$12.00

Sides

Oyster Mushrooms$9.00

Mashed Potatoes$7.00

Malanga Chips & Plantains$7.00

Chicken Fingers$9.00

Toasted Crostini Bread$4.00

Fried Zucchini$6.00

Fried Mushrooms$6.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does La Perla Chicago offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is La Perla Chicago restaurant rated?

Is La Perla Chicago currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information