The Dawson
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Takeout
(312) 243-8955Other options
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Private dining
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Additional information
- Dining style
Casual Dining
- Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Farm-to-table
- Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 10:30 am–12:00 am Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm
- Phone number
(312) 243-8955
- Website
- Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
- Dress code
Smart Casual
- Private party facilities
The Dawson is the gathering place in River West for globally-inspired American cuisine, award-winning libations and inviting decor. Featuring multiple spaces on two levels, including an expansive courtyard, The Dawson offers many options and is an event host's dream location.
- Private party contact
Events Manager: (312) 372-4001
- Neighborhood
River West
- Cross street
Grand Avenue and Halsted Street at the Grand/Halsted/Milwaukee intersection
- Parking details
Street Parking
- Public transit
CTA Blue Line - Grand Avenue stop<br />CTA Bus - Grand Avenue/Halsted Street stop<br />CTA Bus - Milwaukee Avenue / Halsted Street stop<br />CTA Bus - Halsted Street / Grand Avenue stop
- Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Popular dishes
What 2,413 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
- 4.6Food
- 4.7Service
- 4.7Ambience
- 4.4Value
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Safety precautions
Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables
Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
FAQs
You can order delivery directly from The Dawson using the Order Online button. The Dawson also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. The Dawson also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 243-8955.
The Dawson is rated 4.7 stars by 2413 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a reservation
Order delivery or takeout
Takeout
(312) 243-8955Other options
- Order online
730 West Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654
Additional information
- Cross street
Grand Avenue and Halsted Street at the Grand/Halsted/Milwaukee intersection
- Neighborhood
River West
- Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 10:30 am–12:00 am Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm
- Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Farm-to-table
- Dining style
Casual Dining
- Dress code
Smart Casual
- Parking details
Street Parking
- Public transit
CTA Blue Line - Grand Avenue stopCTA Bus - Grand Avenue/Halsted Street stopCTA Bus - Milwaukee Avenue / Halsted Street stopCTA Bus - Halsted Street / Grand Avenue stop
- Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
- Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Website
- Phone number
(312) 243-8955
- Private party facilities
The Dawson is the gathering place in River West for globally-inspired American cuisine, award-winning libations and inviting decor. Featuring multiple spaces on two levels, including an expansive courtyard, The Dawson offers many options and is an event host's dream location.
- Private party contact
Events Manager: (312) 372-4001





