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avec River North, Chicago, IL

avec River North

4.8
4.8
485 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
19:00
Booked 109 times today
  • 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.

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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 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 736-1778
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • 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
    Dog Friendly

What 485 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

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Mediterranean

  • Chicago

    Mediterranean

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Avec River North is a vibrant dining destination known for its imaginative Mediterranean dishes and large portions. The "hummus with short rib" is a standout, receiving praise for its flavor. Patrons appreciate the "attentive and friendly service," although some noted occasional delays. The atmosphere is lively, making it a "Chicago classic" for a memorable dining experience.

485 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the food. The cocktails are divine. It’s always so perfect. I am vegan and they are incredible about dietary restrictions. The cabbage dish, sweet potatoes, hummus, endive salad, focaccia bread, nothing ever disappoints. It became one of my go to places in Chicago!

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  2. Renu

    VIP

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service and food was devine; the kale hummus and pita, the hamachi appetizer and fish special were just amazing. We’re coming back for sure.
    avec River NorthResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Renu, We're happy to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Avec River North! It's wonderful to know that our kale hummus and pita, hamachi appetizer, and fish special hit the spot. We strive to provide excellent food and service, and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. Your kind words are truly appreciated and we can't wait to welcome you back for more amazing dishes.

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  3. Michele

    Detroit

    23 reviews

    3.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 6 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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  4. Meredith

    VIP

    Chicago

    30 reviews

    4.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 6 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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  5. Sue

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 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.
    avec River NorthResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Sue! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our sauces and found our service to be attentive and responsive. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon.

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  6. Kashif

    VIP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 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
    avec River NorthResponded 2 days ago
    Hey Kashif, We're over the moon to hear that you had a phenomenal experience at Avec River North! We're so glad that our new creations introduced you to some new and creative flavors. It's always our goal to surprise our guests with our dishes and we're thrilled that we succeeded. Your kind words about our food, service, and value truly mean a lot to us. We can't wait to welcome you back for another amazing experience.

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  7. Karl

    Minneapolis

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 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.
    avec River NorthResponded 2 days ago
    Hey Karl, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our unique flavors and found the service to be excellent. We always strive to provide a relaxing and enjoyable dining experience for our guests. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we look forward to welcoming you back to Avec River North soon!

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  8. Angelica

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 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!!
    avec River NorthResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Angelica, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're grateful to hear that you had a great experience at Avec River North. It's wonderful to know that our service and vibe met your expectations. We're especially pleased that you chose us for your friend's birthday and that you enjoyed our short rib with hummus. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and we look forward to serving you again soon!

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  9. diane

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 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.
    avec River NorthResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Diane, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your meal, especially the short ribs, olives, and hummus. It's great to know that our server was able to assist you and make the most of your dining experience. We're also glad you enjoyed the cashew gelato - it's one of our favorites too! We look forward to welcoming you back to Avec River North soon.

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  10. Jonathan

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely experience. Excellent waiter. Full bellies. Hard laughs. 10/10.
    avec River NorthResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Jonathan, We're absolutely thrilled to hear about your lovely experience at Avec River North! It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed our food, service, and full bellies. We strive to provide a fun and memorable dining experience for all our guests, and your high ratings are truly appreciated. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. 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 485 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 109 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 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • 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
    Dog Friendly
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