avec River North

avec River North reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Kate VIP

   San Francisco Bay Area24 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   This food is delicious! Hamachi crudo, pasta with pea pesto, braised pork shoulder with couscous were all fantastic and flavorful. Hannah, our server, was the best! I just wish I lived in Chicago so I could eat at Avec often!
   

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   Rajen VIP

   Chicago / Illinois18 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent live atmosphere. Great service. Got seated on time. Ordered herb falafel, radhish hummus, focaccia, and spring pizza. Very tasty. Good portion size. Focaccia with taleggio cheese, truffle oil and fresh herbs was delicious. Must try. Many choices of wine selection. Had bottle of wine - Peculit Neri. Highly recommended Mediterranean restaurant.
   

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   john VIP

   Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   One of the best brunch experiences weve had in Chicago. Spectacular food, great cockatails. Cherry on top was our waiter Michael - could not have asked for a better experience.
   

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   Yinka VIP

   Chicago / Illinois11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Upon entering the restaurant, I was promptly and courteously seated—a promising start to what would become a memorable culinary experience. I opted for the Roasted Black Cod Tagine, a dish that revealed its brilliance within the first two bites. The cod was impeccably roasted, its tender flakes infused with the deep, aromatic spices of the stew. Each spoonful offered a harmonious interplay of bold Mediterranean flavors—complex yet comforting. Accompanying the tagine was a house-baked pita bread, warm, pillowy, and delicately charred. It served not merely as a side, but as an essential counterpart to the stew—a subtle but masterful “chef’s kiss” that elevated the entire composition. Though initially daunted by the generous portion, I found myself unable to stop—each bite inviting the next until, to my own surprise, the plate was wiped clean. It’s rare to encounter a dish that balances heartiness with elegance so effortlessly. This restaurant is a gem in Chicago’s culinary scene, and the Roasted Black Cod Tagine alone warrants a return visit. I’ll certainly be back.
   

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   Julia

   Washington DC4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Great for business lunch! Delicious. The price fixed menu is such a good deal.
   

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   Rhiana

   Houston4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our server, Ian was great. He started us off with a bottle of of bubbly to celebrate our friend's birthday, which was so sweet and unexpected. We had a lovely selection of starters and mains to share and they were all so delicious! Service was lovely and all staff we interacted with were kind and helpful. Our waters were never empty. We enjoyed ourselves over the meal and finished off with a couple desserts. Overall, a lovely night at avec.
   

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   Allie VIP

   Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 26 May 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The short rib hummus stole the show. By far the best dish I tried on my entire trip to Chicago. The Deluxe Focaccia was another hit, grateful that Todd our server recommended a side of honey.. the perfect savory touch to an already tasty dish!! Speaking of Todd, his service, knowledge, and recommendations are what made this a 5 star experience! The dates were unique and worth a try! The only miss for me was the calamari that lacked any flavor other than your basic red sauce. Very happy with my experience, and thoroughly enjoyed the meal!
   

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   Debbie VIP

   Chicago / Illinois62 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 25 May 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Very tasty food, but somewhat small menu and high prices.
   

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   Ivet

   Los Angeles1 review

   1.0

   Dined on 25 May 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was disgusting. Cabbage was burned and excessive seasoning
   

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    Priyamvada

    Chicago / Illinois15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    Very good choices, vegetarian options, shareable plates and really flavourful
    

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