La Perla Chicago, Restaurant & Lounge Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to La Perla Chicago, Restaurant & Lounge, a culinary gem located at 3168 N Clark St, offering a unique blend of flavors inspired by both Latin and Italian cuisine. The menu is a celebration of freshness and creativity, featuring delightful dishes such as the La Perla Beet Salad with candied oranges and goat cheese, and Seafood Platter showcasing perfectly grilled shrimp and octopus.
Start your meal with tempting appetizers like the Fried Cheese Ravioli, served with a rich house marinara, or indulge in their renowned Guacamole with plantain chips. For heartier options, the La Perla Burger and Chicken Parmesan Sandwich promise generous portions and impeccable flavors. Patrons rave about the exceptional service and attention to detail, making every visit memorable.
With a cozy ambiance and a diverse selection of drinks—including delightful margaritas—La Perla stands out as a must-visit destination for both casual diners and those seeking a refined culinary experience.
Appetizers
Seafood Platter
A grilled sampler of calamari, shrimp, and octopus.
Fried Calamari
Served with a choice of marinara or cocktail sauce
Chips And Salsa
House-made yam, yuca, and plantain chips served with our signature roasted tomato salsa.
Tuna Tartare
Yellowfin tuna, red onion, cucumber, avocado, microgreens served with yucca chips
Brucetta
Toasted crostini topped with marinated tomato, basil, and a drizzle of balsamic.
Guacamole
Avocado, tomato, onion, cilantro, and lime served with plantain chips. Choice of spicy or regular.
Latin Shrimp App
Pan-seared shrimp in garlic-lime butter, finished with a hint of Latin spice.
Shrimp & Octopus Ceviche
Chef's special green sauce; jalapeno, lime, soy, cilantro
Fried Cheese Ravioli
Crispy cheese-stuffed ravioli, fried until golden and served with house marinara.
Eggplant Parmesan
Layers of golden-breaded eggplant, mozzarella cheese, and marinara. Baked to perfection.
Lemon Zest Chicken
Grilled chicken breast marinated with lemon, herbs, and garlic. Served with fingerling potatoes.
16oz Ribeye
Juicy hand-cut 16oz ribeye, grilled to your liking, served with garlic mashed potatoes.
Linguine W/ Blackened Shrimp
Spicy blackened shrimp served over linguine in a Cajun cream sauce with bell peppers and scallions.
Pollo Francese
Lightly egg-battered chicken breast in a tangy lemon-white wine butter sauce with a side of tossed mixed greens.
Grilled Octopus
Chef's special sauce; served with wild rice, asparagus, lemon, salted cherry tomatoes, onion, potatoes, and spinach
Linguine Chorizo
Bold and smoky chorizo sauteed with garlic and tossed with linguine in a light tomato-wine sauce.
Argentinian Churrasco
Marinated 10oz skirt steak grilled and drizzled with house-made chimichurri sauce. Served with fingerling potatoes.
Grilled Salmon W/ Mojo Verde
Perfectly grilled 8oz salmon topped with a vibrant green sauce of herbs, garlic, and citrus. Served with mixed vegetables.
Grilled Fish Of The Day
Fish of the day served with option of starch or vegetables.
Vodka Rigatoni
Homemade rigatoni tossed in creamy vodka tomato sauce with parmesan cheese. Add chicken or shrimp (optional).
Pollo Marsala
Pan-seared chicken breast simmered in marsala wine sauce with mushrooms, served over sauteed broccolini.
Gnocchi
Soft potato gnocchi in your choice of vodka or classic marinara sauce. Add chicken or shrimp (optional).
Pasta Primavera La Perla
A vibrant medley of seasonal vegetables tossed with pasta in a garlic cream sauce, finished with parmesan cheese.
Entrees
Desserts
Carrot Cake
Trio Of Tacos
Choice of three tacos; served with cilantro and onion. Add Cheese or sour cream for 1. - Steak - Chicken - Shrimp - Veggie (zucchini, red pepper, yellow pepper, mushroom, pico de gallo)
Small Plates
Sandwiches
Grilled Italian Sandwich
Grilled chicken with provolone, roasted peppers, and pesto mayo pressed on ciabatta bread. Served with fries.
Steak Sandwich
Steak, pesto mayo, onion, tomato, mushrooms, melted mozzarella and spring mix lettuce on panini bread. Served with roasted potatoes.
Chicken Parmesan Sandwich
Crispy chicken breast topped with marinara and mozzarella on grilled panini bread. Served with fries.
Eggplant Parmesan Sandwich
Crispy eggplant layered with house-made marinara and melted cheese on ciabatta bread. Served with fries. Vegetarian and full of flavor.
La Perla Burger
Half-pound Angus patty with melted cheese, lettuce, tomato, and garlic aioli on a toasted brioche bun. Served with fries.
Side Of Sauteed Broccolini
Tender broccolini sauteed with garlic and olive oil.
Side Of Fingerlin Potatoes
Crispy roasted fingerling potatoes seasoned with herbs and olive oil.
Side Of Fries
Side Of Chicken
Side Of Garlic Mash
Creamy mashed potatoes whipped with roasted garlic and butter.
Side Of Grilled Veggies
Seasonal vegetables grilled and drizzled with balsamic glaze.
La Perla Side Salad
Fresh greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onions with balsamic vinaigrette.
Sides
Salads
Caesar Salad
Crisp romaine, parmesan, house-made croutons, and Caesar dressing. Add grilled chicken or shrimp (optional).
La Perla Beet Salad
Roasted beets, arugula, candied oranges, goat cheese, and walnuts with a house vinaigrette.
Italian Chopped Salad
Romaine, bacon, onion, tomatoes, cucumber, and zesty Italian dressing.