Purple Café and Wine Bar

1225 4th Avenue, Seattle
(206) 829-2280

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Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee
Cranberry Chicken Salad
Vanilla Creme Brulee
Pasta Night for Two
Dungeness Crab Cakes
Figs & Speck Burrata
Roasted Cauliflower
Basil Pesto Pasta
Fusilli Alla Vodka
Sweet Potato Fries

Menu

Starters
BAKED BRIE
apricot, caramelized onion, candied walnut, grape, crackers
OLIVES
BAGUETTE
herb butter, balsamic garlic
FIGS & SPECK BURRATA
port-braised figs, white balsamic reduction, chili oil, fresh herbs, crostini
GORGONZOLA DATES
gorgonzola, prosciutto, pine nut, aged balsamic, parsley
SPICY PRAWNS
herb-garlic butter sauce, toasted baguette
CRAB CAKES
lemon arbol aioli, frisee
SAUTEED CALAMARI
spicy tomato and white wine sauce, castelvetrano olive, garbanzo bean, shallot, garlic, lemon olive oil, italian herbs, grilled garlic sourdough
SWEET POTATO FRIES
chipotle aïoli, ketchup

Soup and Salad
PURPLE CHOPPED
romaine, radicchio, cured black olives, cherry tomato, mama lil's peppers, english cucumber, garbanzo bean, red onion, feta, oregano vinaigrette, basil and mint
LITTLE GEM CAESAR
Fried crouton, crispy garlic, everything bagel spice, shaved parmesan, lemon wedge, caesar dressing
CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD
pulled chicken, bacon, almond, scallion, celery, apple, dried cranberry, parmigiano-reggiano, cranberry-dijon vinaigrette
TOMATO SOUP
san marzano tomato
MIXED GREENS
dried cherries, shaved parmesan, oregano vinaigrette

Sandwiches
GRILLED CHEESE & TOMATO SOUP
provolone, smoked gouda, gruyère, charred onion confit, grilled sourdough
FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH
fresh tomato, lettuce, pickled cucumber and Fresno chili, chipotle aioli, toasted brioche bun
MISO BURGER
ROAST BEEF
toasted bui bread, horseradish cream sauce, caramelized onion, melted gruyere, giardiniera, cornichons, red wine jus
SALMON BURGER
sweet gem lettuce, pickled red onion, cucumber, tomato, green olive aioli, grilled brioche bun
IMPOSSIBLE SANDWICH
vegan cheddar, tomato, frisée, red onion jam, lemon arbol aioli, grilled sourdough

Pastas
FUSILLI ALLA VODKA
sautéed broccolini, garlic, shallot, parmigiano-reggiano, fresh basil
SWEET CORN & MUSHROOM RISOTTO
infused corn broth, pancetta, melted fennel and garlic, pecorino romano, crispy shallot, fennel fronds, chili oil
CACIO E PEPE
bucatini, black truffle butter, garlic, parmesan, course black pepper, parsley
MUSSEL AND LINGUICA PASTA
penn cove mussels, squid ink linguine, arrabiata sauce, brandy, garlic confit, fried basil, pecorino

Mains
COQ AU VIN
grilled Mary's airline chicken breast, pancetta, crispy fingerling potatoes, locally foraged mushrooms, caramelized pearl onion, garlic confit, white wine, enriched chicken stock, fresh thyme and parsley
CAULIFLOWER
hazelnut romesco, wild rice, caramelized summer squash, spinach, roasted red pepper, shallot, garlic, calabrian chili-infused honey, scallion
GRILLED BAVETTE STEAK
10oz painted hills natural beef, baby-red mashed potatoes, grilled broccolini, chimichurri, smoked bone marrow butter, veal demi, scallions
SEARED DUCK
charred broccolini, sauteed alliums, roasted duck fat potatoes, port blueberry reduction

Desserts
FUDGE BROWNIE
almond chocolate sauce, vanilla gelato
PEACH COBBLER
cinnamon-ginger baked peaches, sugar biscuit, vanilla gelato
BLUEBERRY CRUMBLE
vanilla gelato

Kids
KIDS GRILLED CHEESE & TOMATO SOUP
grilled sourdough, american and cheddar, choice side
KIDS CRISPY CHICKEN
mary's farm raised
KIDS STEAK
soy marinated flank
KIDS BEEF SLIDERS
american cheese, iceberg lettuce, tomato, pickles, choice side
KIDS GRILLED CHICKEN
mary's farm raised

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Recent Reviews

A cozy-vibe restaurant with a really nice atmosphere.

The arancini alla vodka was SO good — honestly, I could eat a whole plate of it as my main dish haha. Definitely one of the highlights!

The burrata was crazy good too. Both appetizers were a big hit for us.

The sea salt caramels were perfect — such a good little treat. We also ordered another dessert, a sorbet, which was nice and refreshing, though nothing too memorable.

We...
September 2026
Visited Seattle's 1225 4th Avenue spot—elegant, buzzing even on a weekday. The wine staircase was stunning, and the ambiance was mesmerizing. Our server, Francesca, was fantastic with a large group. The bistro burger was juicy and flavorful, though the tofu sandwich fell short. Lamb chops were excellent. Portions were generous for the price. Parking was tight, so I’d suggest using public transit. A must-try for the burger and views!
September 2026
It definitely is a great wine bar. I didn’t go there to eat but menu options sounded delicious. I was told to go from my brother in law and it was great. The wine menu was great and very informative and educational. The Sommelier got me to try a new way to drink some wines and made me a believer. My wife and I had a very nice and relaxing time.
September 2026

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Purple Café and Wine Bar

1225 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 829-2280