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avec River North reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
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Noise • Moderate
Chicago / Illinois
Mediterranean
Chicago
Mediterranean
Ivet
Los Angeles1 review
Dined 1 day ago
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Justin
Cincinnati1 review
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Joseph
Kansas City / Kansas3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
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AnaMaria
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
Dined on 18 May 2025
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Suru VIP
Chicago7 reviews
Dined on 18 May 2025
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Desiree VIP
New York City1 review
Dined on 18 May 2025
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Lydia
Toronto / Ontario1 review
Dined on 17 May 2025
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Angel
Guadalajara2 reviews
Dined on 13 May 2025
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Thomas VIP
Portland116 reviews
Dined on 13 May 2025
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Quintin
Chicago1 review
Dined on 12 May 2025
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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 559 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
141 W Erie St, Chicago, IL 60654