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avec River North, Chicago, IL

avec River North

4.8
4.8
483 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
19:00
Booked 71 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • 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.

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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

Menu

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What 483 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
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Mediterranean

  • Chicago

    Mediterranean

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Avec River North offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food and excellent service." The menu features standout dishes like short rib hummus and black cod tagine, with a great selection of Mediterranean flair. Guests appreciate the "attentive and helpful" staff and "beautiful ambience," perfect for special occasions or casual gatherings.

483 Reviews

  1. Michele

    Detroit

    23 reviews

    3.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Disappointed with service at Avec North yesterday. Food was fine (does everything come with eggs now?) but service was ill timed, our table was a high top when there were plenty of booths and standard tables available. No pacing for apps which came out at essentially the same time as the mains. My drink was forgotten, I asked once for the drink, it still never came. At the end of service I was handed a card reader, no itemized bill. After years of enjoying the original Avec, I guess it’s time for me to try elsewhere. So disappointing, I work in a customer facing field and the entire UX was off.

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  2. Meredith

    VIP

    Chicago

    30 reviews

    4.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything at Avec tastes fresh and flavorful. I appreciate the thoughtful flavor profiles and unique ways of dressing up common foods.

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  3. Sue

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Portions are unusually large for the price. Sauces are wonderful. Server was attentive and responsive. Really nothing detracted from a great experience.

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  4. Kashif

    VIP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal always , spins on dishes we are used to in creative new directions

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  5. Karl

    Minneapolis

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food to share with unique flavors. Service was incredible as waiter guided us thru menu choices. Overall dining experience was relaxing and enjoyable.

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  6. Angelica

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service! Great vibe! Great food! Our server was Gabe, he was so friendly. It felt like we knew him! we were recommended to try Avec by a few friends, so I thought it was the perfect place to take my best friend for her birthday, and I’m glad we did! Whoever thought to put a short rib with hummus, deserves an award!!

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  7. diane

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    we sat in main dining room at a high top. had a great server that knew the menu very well and made great suggestions. we started with the olives and then split short ribs and hummus, and hamachi. the best i've ever tasted. what an experience!!!! we ended with a cashew gelato. The flavors and spices, and all our dishes were exceptional. It was really a culinary experience.

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  8. Jonathan

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely experience. Excellent waiter. Full bellies. Hard laughs. 10/10.

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  9. Beverly

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very delicious! I was there by myself, but had excellent attentive service as single diner. Highly recommend the short rib hummus and calamari appetizers.

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  10. Holly

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Avec is always a favorite. I've dined at both locations recently and like the individual personality of each. The food was great, as always. The service, while always great, was exceptional in River North last night. Everyone was very personable, warm and attentive.

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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 483 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
19:00
Booked 71 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for avec River North

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
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