Alpana Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Alpana, a trendy wine bar located in Chicago's upscale River North neighborhood. With a focus on New American cuisine, Alpana offers a wide range of options for diners, including pescatarian and vegan dishes. The restaurant provides a classy and romantic ambiance, perfect for dinner or special occasions. From unique cocktails to exquisite dishes, Alpana's menu is curated to appeal to a variety of palates.
Customers rave about the flavorful dishes, such as the vegan vodka pasta, butter chicken meatballs, and wild mushroom ravioli. The friendly staff and excellent service add to the overall dining experience. Alpana also offers outdoor seating, catering options, and a full bar for guests to enjoy. Whether you're looking for a relaxing evening or a lively happy hour, Alpana is sure to impress with its delectable offerings.
Dinner Menu - Starters
House-Baked Focaccia
Sun-dried tomato dip, herbed butter
Beet Mezze
Beet labneh, dolmades, rosemary olives, toasted pita
Crispy Polenta & Mushrooms
Black truffle puree, parmesan fonduta
Brussels Sprout Crostini
Apple saba, ricotta, endive, toasted hazelnuts
Burrata
Honey roasted pears, fruit mostarda, toasted grain bread
Braised Octopus
Urfa biber, fingerling potatoes, salsa verde
Albacore Tuna Crudo
Crispy shallot crunch, chili aioli, yuzu kosho vinaigrette
Bibb Lettuce
Shaved vegetables, lemon vinaigrette, crispy sourdough
Kale & Farro
Gala apples, roasted squash, parmesan, miso vinaigrette
Pear & Arugula
Bayley hazen blue cheese, hazelnuts, honey vinaigrette
French Onion Soup
Gruyere toasties
Dinner Menu - Soup & Salads
Dinner Menu - Pasta
Pistachio Pesto
Garganelli, lemon feta, green beans, mighty vine tomatoes
Creste Di Gallo Alla Grappa
Tomato grappa sauce, calabrian chillies, pangrattato
Tagliatelle Verdura
Broccolini, kale, whipped ricotta, fried garlic, sauce limone
Zucca Tortellacci
Butternut squash, sage brown butter, apple saba, toasted hazelnuts
Squid Ink Campanelle
Rock shrimp, saffron chile butter, tarragon, pangrattato
Cauliflower
Warm grain salad, vadouvan yogurt, sultana caper relish
Striped Sea Bass
Fennel, gordal olives, saffron nage, herb pistou
Faroe Island Salmon
Cherry tomatoes, king oyster mushrooms, agrodolce jus
Roasted Half Chicken
Crispy fingerlings, aji verde
Texas Braised Short Rib
Roasted shallots, potato mousseline, pinot noir jus
Double Cheeseburger
Griddle patties, american cheese, pickles, lettuce, red onion, burger sauce, fries
Dinner Menu - Entrees
Dinner Menu - Sides
Roasted Broccolini
Chili flakes, garlic, olive oil
Brussels Sprouts
Apple saba, hazelnuts
Mushrooms
Garlic butter, black truffle aioli
Crispy Fingerlings
Urfa biber, garlic creme fraiche
Potato Mousseline
All the butter, chives
French Fries
Truffle aioli
Butternut Squash
Whipped ricotta, pepitas, maple gastrique