PERILLA fare – Korean
PERILLA fare pulses with a modern energy, where the bold, fermented heat of Korean tradition is reimagined through a sophisticated and contemporary lens. The experience is a vibrant tapestry of textures and tastes, ranging from the satisfying crunch of glazed fried chicken and smoky gochujang ribs to the delicate, melt-in-your-mouth luxury of A5 Wagyu chobop. This spirited destination invites guests to linger over inventive small plates and sizzling classics, creating an atmosphere that feels both elevated and electric.
401, North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60654 +13122433344 https://perillachicago.com/0Cuisine: Korean
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Menu
Starters
- A5 Wagyu Chobop - $16: Golden kaluga caviar, chives Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kimchi Arancini - $9: Kimchi fried rice, mozzarella, pickled korean chili aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet Tartare - $16: Korean pear, egg yolk jam, pistachio crumble, trout roe Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blistered Shishito Peppers - $10: Crispy baby anchovies, toasted almonds, sweet soy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scallion Pancake - $16: Garlic chive, perilla, soy vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Korean Fried Chicken Wings - $22: Harrison's poultry & farm chicken served with pickled radish and perilla ranch
- Apple Acorn Salad - $15: Acorn jelly, apple butter blue cheese, sesame brittle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Gochujang Pork Ribs - $19: Habanero, wild rice, seasoned danmuji
- Dumplings - $12: Choice of fried or steamed; vegetable or pork
Main Courses
- Bulgogi - $32: Marinated and grilled thinly sliced USDA prime ribeye in savory soy sauce, sesame, scallions Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fire Chicken - $21: Grilled chicken marinated in house fire sauce, melted chihuahua cheese, scallions Available at: dinner, lunch
- LA Galbi - $32: Marinated bone-in short rib, mushroom, onion, scallions Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Stone Bibimbop - $20: Steamed rice topped with assorted vegetables and bulgogi, gochujang bibimbop sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice Cake Royale - $23: Tender rice cakes sautéed with vegetables and bulgogi Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jjajangmyeon - $12: Noodles, black bean sauce, pork belly, pickled yellow radish Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tangsuyuk - $18: Pineapple, wood ear mushrooms, carrots, shishito peppers Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb
Stews & Rice
- Kimchi Stew - $16: Braised pork, rice cakes, tofu Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Soondubu Stew - $16: Short rib, silken tofu, mushrooms, soft egg Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Dwenjang Stew - $15: Zucchini, mushrooms, tofu Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Prime Beef Fried Rice - $22: Garlic rice, fried egg, pickled onions, mushrooms Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Kimchi Fried Rice - $16: Bacon, fried egg, scallions
Sides
- Honey Butter Potatoes - $12: Crispy sage, sesame Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Garlic Rice - $7: Garlic chips, sesame, gim Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Seared Kimchi - $14: Perilla oil, globe radish, chive Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ssam - $5: Artisan lettuce, perilla leaves Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Beverages
- Golden Hour Cocktail - $16: Golden barley soju, orchard apricot, prosecco, grapefruit bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Terra Lager - $9: Korean lager | 12oz Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Jinro Is Back - $25: Soju | 375ml Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Volition Red Jade Tea - $9: Red tea from Meizhou, China Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
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