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avec River North, Chicago, IL

avec River North

4.8
4.8
508 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
19:00
Booked 105 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
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.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout

Experiences

  • easter brunch buffet

    US$25.00 - US$50.00 per person

    20 Apr 2025 only
    celebrate easter with an indulgent, all-you-can-eat brunch buffet! enjoy a stunning fruit tower, a decadent selection of housemade pastries and sweet treats, and all your brunch favorites. our full drink menu will be available to complement your meal. gather with family and friends and hop into easter with a feast to remember! from 10 am to 2 pm $50/adult $25/child 12yrs and under
    easter brunch buffet photo

What 508 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Mediterranean

  • Chicago

    Mediterranean

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Avec River North offers a vibrant dining experience with "fantastic food" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about the inventive menu, featuring standout dishes like chorizo-stuffed dates and short rib hummus. The chic, lively atmosphere adds to the appeal, though the noise level can be high. Perfect for special occasions or casual outings.

508 Reviews
  1. Barbara

    Washington DC7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spectacular food! We loved every morsel. Our waiter Kyle also made the evening a wonderful event. We will be back every time we visit Chicago.

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  2. Stephanie

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Avec is always a great experience! Definitely get the focaccia, and the sweet potatoes are amazing.

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  3. James VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow. We’ve been visiting Chicago for 40 years (we live in NYC, but wife is a native) and this is one of the best meals we’ve ever had. Great, distinctive food, and a really attentive server (Graham) who gave us a helpful overview of the menu and steered us away from over-ordering. The half-price wine on Tuesday was an added plus. Just a great experience. We’re looking forward to a return visit.

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  4. Bonzomatic

    Chicago19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was interesting and delicious as always. My one complaint is the size of the martinis. Come on, it doesn’t cost much to fill the glass.

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  5. Nancy

    Greater Boston13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wish we had an avec in Boston. Everything was amazing. The food, drinks and service. Worth every penny.
    avec River NorthResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Nancy, Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your experience with us. Your appreciation for our food, drinks, and service means a lot. While we don’t have a location in Boston, we hope to welcome you back soon.

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  6. Kara

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Incredible food, great service. Zero complaints! We had the bread board, lamb kefta burger, avocado toast, and 3 other plates that I cannot recall at our table and everybody loved their food. We also enjoyed the bottomless mimosas. Great time!
    avec River NorthResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Kara, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed our food and service, as well as the bottomless mimosas. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  7. bhav VIP

    New Orleans2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious and fresh! Best Mediterranean we have ever had! Creative menu and great wine selection.
    avec River NorthResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Bhav, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Mediterranean cuisine and found our menu creative. Our team works hard to curate a great selection of wines to complement our dishes. We look forward to welcoming you back for another exceptional dining experience!

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  8. Suzy

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect place to dine with old friends. Will be back!
    avec River NorthResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Suzy, thank you for your kind words! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us. It’s always a pleasure to welcome guests reconnecting with old friends. We look forward to serving you again soon.

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  9. Netty

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went with my daughter and her friend. We enjoyed everything very much! Great flavors! Delicious crudo and super delicious hummus as well! We really enjoyed every dish including dessert. Great vibe, service and really beautiful!
    avec River NorthResponded 3 days ago
    Hey Netty, We're over the moon to hear that you and your daughter had such a wonderful time! It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed our flavors and found our dishes to be delicious. We're also glad that you appreciated the service and the atmosphere. We strive to create a great vibe for our guests, and your feedback tells us we're on the right track. We can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable dining experience.

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  10. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorites!! And my go to (always)! LOVE Avec
    avec River NorthResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us! We're thrilled to hear that we are one of your favorite go to spots in Chicago. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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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 4.8 stars by 508 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 105 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for avec River North

141 W Erie St, Chicago, IL 60654

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
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