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Alpana, Chicago, IL

Alpana

4.8 (651)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
831 N State St, Chicago, IL 60610-3325

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 80 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
Alpana: Where Wine and Food Dance in Perfect Harmony Located in Chicago's historic Gold Coast, Alpana is a culinary haven where wine and food unite in a delightful experience. Under the guidance of Master Sommelier Alpana Singh, the youngest woman and first South Asian to earn this title, diners enjoy a unique atmosphere. Picture a chic bistro with warm lighting, vibrant decor, and lush greenery. The ambiance buzzes with conversation and the sound of clinking glasses, creating a sophisticated yet inviting space. Alpana's menu showcases Singh's dedication to pairing exceptional wines with globally-inspired dishes. Each plate is thoughtfully designed to enhance the flavors of specific wines, offering a memorable culinary journey. Begin with Crispy Polenta & Mushrooms, featuring rich parmesan and earthy black truffles. For the main course, savor Braised Short Ribs, perfectly complemented by a pinot noir. Seafood enthusiasts will love the Striped Sea Bass, enhanced by a fragrant fennel and saffron nage. Experience the perfect harmony of wine and food at Alpana.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Italian, Global, International
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–9:45 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Alpana Singh
  • Neighborhood
    Gold Coast / Streeterville
  • Cross street
    Located at State and Pearson
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    We are located 2 blocks north of the Chicago Red Line Chicago Stop
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

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What 651 people are saying

Alpana reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alpana offers an exceptional dining experience characterized by "consistently excellent" food and "great service." The menu features diverse, flavorful dishes like squid ink pasta and short rib bucatini. Guests appreciate the "thoughtful" and "attentive" staff, and the ambiance is both "elegant and fun." Highly recommended for any occasion.
651 Reviews
  1. Tom

    Chicago / Illinois6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was cold and dry. Noisy restaurant. Chintzy pour on the Crown Royal. Appetizer was excellent and the server was excellent. Alpana herself is charming and hospitable.

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  2. Shaheen VIP

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Good was delicious and our waiter was very patient, friendly and knowledgeable. The busing of the tables was messy, rushed and inconsiderate. I still had a fork in my hand because I was still enjoying my food and the buser pulled my bowl away from me and then asked, “Can I take this?” Ummmm yeah you took the bowl from hands so yup I’m done. My daughter had to raise her voice at the bus boy because he snatched her ravioli from her! GO IN READY TO FIGHT TO KEEP YOUR FOOD! lol! So ridiculous!

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  3. Jennifer VIP

    Chicago / Illinois31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Another winner from Alpana Singh and team. The menu is well-curated and the wine offerings interesting and full of good values. The dining room is noisy…so not particularly conversation friendly. Service was attentive and professional.

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  4. Maggie VIP

    Chicago / Illinois28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food consistently excellent! Servers knowledgeable, accommodating and welcoming - they are a little stretched outside but overall excellent. We shall return again and again!

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  5. Mark

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful setting, both inside and outside. Drinks were excellent as was the food. We will definitely go again.

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  6. Kristen VIP

    Chicago / Illinois26 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Execellent location and service with lovely outdoor seating. Food was good. Delicious cocktails.

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  7. Kylie

    Indiana7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unbelievable! 3 couples, all different tastes, and we ALL agreed this was one of our top 5 dinners. Kyle was an amazing and helpful server. The apps were WOW: butter chicken meatballs, hamachi crudo, steak tartare, whipped feta and truffle honey. All amazing. Dinner was equally as amazing. Our wines were perfectly paired, especially the Hirch Pinot Noir. Ambiance was dreamy. Loved everything about this place!

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  8. Julianna VIP

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect evening on the covered patio. Still dreaming about the Moon Water cocktail. Short ribs, polenta, mushroom pasta, broccolini, Brussels sprouts were all delicious. Todd's service was thoughtful.

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  9. Hannah VIP

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is consistently excellent and the service is always great. I recommend the steak tartare!

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  10. Irma

    Chicago / Illinois6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely loved this place! It’s been awhile since I came here but the hospitality is better than ever! Matt and staff were warm and attentive from the moment we walked in. The food was flavorful and beautifully presented. Really enjoyed the whipped feta with truffle honey for starters and butter chicken meatballs. The boneless braised short rib and roasted broccolini was a nice complement and delicious. Cocktails and desserts were nice! We had a truly memorable dining experience, highly recommend!

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Alpana is rated 4.8 stars by 651 OpenTable diners.

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  5. Gold Coast / Streeterville

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 80 times today
Google Map for Alpana

831 N State St, Chicago, IL 60610-3325

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Located at State and Pearson
  • Neighborhood
    Gold Coast / Streeterville
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–9:45 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Italian, Global, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    We are located 2 blocks north of the Chicago Red Line Chicago Stop
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alpana Singh
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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