avec River North

Name: avec River North
Address: 141 W Erie St, Chicago, IL, United States, 60654
Telephone: (312) 736-1778
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

441 Reviews

$30 and under

Mediterranean

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2 people

2 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 77 times today

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Good for groups

located in the heart of River North, avec features Midwestern takes on Mediterranean classics under the culinary direction of James Beard award-winning chef, Paul Kahan and executive chef Dylan Patel. pair your meal with an incredible array of carefully chosen wines curated by wine director Bret Haire, or simply stop by for a delicious cocktail at our expansive bar.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, American, Contemporary French / American
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 17:00–21:00
Phone number
(312) 736-1778
Website
http://www.avecrestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
141 W Erie St, Chicago, IL 60654
Area
River North (Chicago)
Cross Street
W Erie & N La Salle
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
- 5 minute walk from Chicago & Franklin Station Brown/Purple Line Stop- 1 minute walk from LaSalle & Erie Bus Stop
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 441 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago / Illinois
Mediterranean
Chicago
Mediterranean

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Avec River North is a vibrant culinary hotspot offering "amazing food, cocktails, and service." Known for its Mediterranean-inspired dishes, the restaurant impresses with "beautifully presented" plates bursting with flavor. The "staff is outstanding," contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. It's a top choice for special occasions and memorable dining experiences.

441 Reviews

D
Delaney
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
My partner and I came to Avec for an anniversary dinner and it did NOT disappoint! We each got a cocktail and then ordered four dishes to share (the endive and apple salad, the short rib hummus, the campanelli, and the lamb kefta calzone). Each was INCREDIBLE, but the short rib hummus was 100% the show stopper (i'd come back just to eat that!) The portion sizes were also good for the value. The restaurant itself was beautiful and had such lovely ambience. I will say that we did not receive any sort of "anniversary" benefit - usually restaurants will throw in like an extra something if it's a special occasion, not sure if that's the case at Avec! But either way, we had an absolutely wonderful time and will be coming back.
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Lauren
Indiana
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We had a hummus with short rib that was very good, along with a couple of the pastas. The food was decent for the price. The service was a little underwhelming. The water refill and busing staff were more attentive and friendly than our server. We ended up being there for almost two hours because the server only came over every 15-20 minutes to take our order, give us the check, etc.
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Mark
VIP
Chicago
19 reviews
2.0
19 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
I like Avec on Randolph much better than the one in River North. The restaurant did absolutely nothing to celebrate the new years. I love their bacon wrapped dates, but the rest of the food was a bit disappointing. Our server was very nice. I think the restaurant looks like an old retired bar, because it was. Also, was a very young crowd. I don’t think I would return to this location.
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Kelly
Greater Boston
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food here is imaginative and flavorful. We had the octopus, red cabbage, sweet potato’s, and hummus—all delicious. Those 4 dishes filled the four of us with food to spare. We also had two desserts, very nice. Drinks very well conceived; sweeter than I like. Service terrific.
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Sid
VIP
Cincinnati
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very accommodating of a large group and dietary restrictions. Would highly recommend.
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MichaelF
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Place is always spectacular. It may not be the hip new kid on the block, but its who they all should want to be. Its just a never fail winner for great people, great service, great wines, and dishes that are revered. Its the musician's musician equivalent in the Chicago restaurant world.
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Nancy
VIP
Chicago
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. The hummus with short rib, apple salad and fish was more than enough for 3! Delicious!
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Joseph
San Antonio
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a wonderful meal and experience at Avec. Our server Mallory was exceptional, she was the icing on the cake to a truly memorable meal.
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Maggie
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 23 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every dish was exquisite and original (some entirely unique, others fresh takes on familiar things). We were a large group (8 of us). Our server (Graham) was perfectly attentive without being obsequious. An excellent pre-holiday family dinner outing!
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Irma
VIP
Chicago
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on 22 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Delicious brunch, good ambience, good service. A little bit slow but they make everything at the moment.
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FAQs

avec River North offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 736-1778.

avec River North is rated 4.7 stars by 441 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

2 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 77 times today

Order delivery or takeout

141 W Erie St, Chicago, IL 60654

Additional information

Cross Street
W Erie & N La Salle
Area
River North (Chicago)
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 17:00–21:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, American, Contemporary French / American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
- 5 minute walk from Chicago & Franklin Station Brown/Purple Line Stop- 1 minute walk from LaSalle & Erie Bus Stop
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.avecrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(312) 736-1778

avec River North

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