Arbella Menu (Update 2025)
Arbella, located in Chicago's River North neighborhood, is a trendy cocktail bar offering a vibrant atmosphere, delicious drinks, and live music. With a sophisticated setting, it is a perfect spot for relaxing and enjoying a unique cocktail experience. The menu features creative cocktails, hand-crafted with rotating options, and a variety of small plates like whipped feta, lamb tacos, croquettes, truffle fries, and chicken nuggets. The lemon pepper chicken stands out for its juicy and crispy perfection. The ambiance is classy casual, accommodating both dressed-up and dressed-down patrons. The staff is friendly, making great recommendations, and the service is quick. With a daily happy hour from 5-7 pm, Arbella is a must-visit for anyone looking for a memorable night out in Chicago.
KITCHEN MENU
MIXED NUTS
five-spice, cashews, almonds, brazilian, pecans, macadamia, hazelnuts
OLIVES
marinated Italian mixed olives
TRUFFLE FRIES
potato fries, truffle oil, parmesan, parsley, aioli
CROQUETTES
( pcs) potato crusted croquettes stuffed with aged cheddar, house-made chimichurri, smoked paprika, parmesan
WHIPPED FETA DIP
roasted garlic whipped Greek feta, heirloom tomato jam, pumpkin seed, zaatar pita
I WANT CRAB RANGOONS
( pcs) wild-caught crab, cream cheese, lemongrass, ginger, citrus, scallions, sweet + sour sauce
SHRIMP SCAMPI GRATIN
crab butter, roasted garlic, chili flakes, herb+cheese bread crumbs, toast
KOREAN FRIED CHICKEN TENDERS
korean fried chicken with sweet & spicy glaze, cilantro, toasted sesame seeds
HOT & SPICY TENDERS
hot & spicy chicken tenders with pasilla-honey, celery, carrots, texas toast
ARBELLA BARBACOA TACOS
slow roasted lamb, house made chili de arbol salsa, roasted tomatillo salsa verde, red onion, cilantro, corn tortillas
CAST IRON OCTOPUS
jerk spice octopus, charred pineapples, crispy coconut rice cake, squid ink puree, lime, cilantro
PORK BELLY BAOS
( pcs) build your own bao: seared pork belly, watermelon-cucumber kimchi, jalapenos, cilantro, sesame seeds
BAVETTE STEAK FRITES
cast-iron seared oz. bavette steak topped with house-made chimichurri served sliced with fries + aioli
MIXED NUTS
five-spice, cashews, almonds, brazilian, pecans, macadamia, hazelnuts
OLIVES
marinated Italian mixed olives
TRUFFLE FRIES
potato fries, truffle oil, parmesan, parsley, aioli
CROQUETTES
( pcs) potato crusted croquettes stuffed with aged cheddar, house-made chimichurri, smoked paprika, parmesan
I WANT CRAB RANGOONS
( pcs) wild-caught crab, cream cheese, lemongrass, ginger, citrus, scallions, sweet + sour sauce
KOREAN FRIED CHICKEN TENDERS
korean fried chicken with sweet & spicy glaze, cilantro, toasted sesame seeds
HOT & SPICY TENDERS
hot & spicy chicken tenders with pasilla-honey, celery, carrots, texas toast