Purple Steer Restaurant

Home of the Original Melting Pot. Family dining in Highland, Indiana, open daily.

Open daily 7am – 8:20pm 8601 Indianapolis Blvd.

Daily soups & specials

Our famous Lemon Rice Soup is served every day, alongside a rotating selection of fresh, homemade favorites like Chicken Noodle, Cream of Broccoli, and more. Each bowl is made from scratch with quality ingredients — the perfect comfort food any day of the week.

Monday

Soups of the day

  • Chicken Noodle
  • Navy Bean
  • Lemon Rice

Cup 3.99 · Bowl 4.99

Dinner specials

  • Beef Burger Steak 14.99
  • Pork Tenderloin 13.99
  • Sausage & Peppers Marinara 12.99

Tuesday

Soups of the day

  • Chicken Bowtie
  • Lemon Rice

Cup 3.99 · Bowl 4.99

Dinner specials

  • Chicken-Ka-Bob 15.99
  • Greek Pork Chops 16.99
  • Veal Parmigiana 14.99
  • Liver & Onions 12.99

Wednesday

Soups of the day

  • Cream of Broccoli
  • Chicken Noodle
  • Lemon Rice

Cup 3.99 · Bowl 4.99

Dinner specials

  • Roast Tom Turkey 14.99
  • Blackened Tilapia 14.99
  • Baked Lasagna 14.99
  • Country Fried Chicken Breast 14.99

Thursday

Soups of the day

  • Cream of Chicken Rice
  • Chicken Shell
  • Lemon Rice

Cup 3.99 · Bowl 4.99

Dinner specials

  • Corned Beef & Cabbage 16.99
  • Greek Chicken Breast 14.99
  • Baked Mostaccioli 10.99
  • Liver and Onions 11.99

Friday

Soups of the day

  • Cream of Broccoli
  • Chicken Noodle
  • Lemon Rice

Cup 3.99 · Bowl 4.99

Dinner specials

  • Lake Perch 16.99
  • Ocean Perch 14.99
  • Blackened Tilapia 14.99
  • Chicken Alfredo 13.99

Saturday

Soups of the day

  • Cream of Potato
  • Chicken Shell
  • Lemon Rice

Cup 3.99 · Bowl 4.99

Dinner specials

  • Chicken Stir Fry 13.99
  • Chicken Alfredo 13.99
  • Broiled Pork Chops 15.99

Sunday

Soups of the day

  • Cream of Chicken Rice
  • Chicken Bowtie
  • Lemon Rice

Cup 3.99 · Bowl 4.99

Dinner specials

  • Chicken Parmigiana 13.99
  • Roast Tom Turkey 14.99
  • Baked Lasagna 14.99

Daily specials are served with a choice of a cup of soup or tomato juice or a house salad or cottage cheese or Cole slaw & choice of Jell-O, pudding or ice cream.

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Holiday hours may differ. Prices and menu items subject to change without notice.

Our story

The Purple Steer began in 1961 when two brothers opened a small diner on 106th Street and Ewing in Chicago. Over the decades, it grew from a humble eatery into a beloved dining destination known for its welcoming atmosphere and commitment to quality food and service.

Today, the Purple Steer proudly serves the Northwest Indiana community from its location at 8601 Indianapolis Blvd. in Highland, offering everything from classic burgers and wings to signature dishes like the Original Melting Pot.

Black-and-white photo of brothers Chris and George behind the counter of the original Purple Steer in 1961
Est. 1961 · Chris & George at the first Purple Steer, 106th & Ewing, Chicago, IL
Black-and-white photo of customers at the counter of the original Purple Steer in Chicago
Est. 1961 · Purple Steer Restaurant, 106th & Ewing, Chicago, IL
The Purple Steer dining room in Highland around 2004
Circa 2004 · 8601 Indianapolis Blvd., Highland, IN
The Purple Steer restaurant building on Indianapolis Boulevard in Highland, Indiana
Purple Steer Restaurant · 8601 Indianapolis Blvd., Highland, IN
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