avec River North

Name: avec River North
Address: 141 W Erie St, Chicago, IL, United States, 60654
Telephone: (312) 736-1778
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

Visa Dining Collection

4.8 (572)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

141 W Erie St, Chicago, IL 60654

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 93 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Good for special occasions
Lively

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 Heiar, or simply stop by for a delicious cocktail at our expansive bar.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
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
Website
http://www.avecrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Dylan Patel
Catering
One Off Hospitality Catering delivers your favorites from avec, alongside chef-driven menus, bold flavors, and seamless service for any event. See what we have to offer! Email daniellecoughlin@avecrestaurant.com to plan your catering event today!
Private party facilities
Our private dining room has its own private entrance off LaSalle, single-usebathroom and your own auxiliary bar with a dedicated bar and service team. Ourroom can host up to 75 guests for a seated dinner or 100 guests for a standingreception. Email daniellecoughlin@avecrestaurant.com to plan your event today!

Location
141 W Erie St, Chicago, IL 60654
Neighborhood
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, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Studio 54 Disco Pride Brunch!
Jun 22, 2025 only
Join us for a vibrant brunch with disco beats and community as we celebrate Pride with purpose. Enjoy a live DJ spinning classic disco, strike a pose at our glittering disco ball photo wall, and enter our raffle for a chance to win fun prizes—including tickets to Queen! at Smartbar. Proceeds will benefit local LGBTQ+ initiatives. Bonus raffle tickets for anyone who shows up dressed to theme—so bring the sparkle! Brave Space Alliance will be joining us as a featured raffle beneficiary. They’ll be onsite during the celebration with information, resources, and fun giveaways! *Brunch will be a la carte with our standard brunch menu.

What 572 people are saying

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

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
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago / Illinois
Mediterranean
Chicago
Mediterranean

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Avec River North delivers "spectacular food" with a Mediterranean flair and "great service." Highlights include the "short rib hummus" and "focaccia with taleggio cheese." Guests rave about the "amazing atmosphere," making it perfect for business lunches or celebrations. Despite occasional service hiccups, it's a "Chicago classic" that many patrons love.

572 Reviews

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Peter VIP
Chicago / Illinois29 reviews
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Chorizo bacon wrapped dates were waayyy too spicy, difficult even for me and my guest to eat. Focaccia truffle cheese bread was excellent. Desserts very good. Service was very friendly but painfully slow, some requests had to be repeated a few times, and it’s not good for a quick lunch. Too expensive a lunch for what you get. Love Avec on Randolph for dinner, but River North is not a repeat lunch spot for me.
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Lindsay
Portland / Oregon6 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We hosted a group of clients. Gluten free options available. Prompt service. We enjoyed everything we ordered.
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Kenny VIP
Kansas City / Kansas4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My favorite chicago restaurant without a doubt. Will return again and again and again.
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Kate VIP
San Francisco Bay Area24 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 2, 2025
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!
avec River NorthResponded on June 5, 2025
Hi Kate, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! . It's always a pleasure to know that our flavors and presentation hit the mark for you. We're glad to hear that Hannah met your expectations. We're always aiming to provide the best experience for our guests and your feedback is invaluable. We look forward to serving you again soon!
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Rajen VIP
Chicago / Illinois18 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
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 on May 31, 2025
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.
avec River NorthResponded on June 5, 2025
Hello John, We're absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful brunch experience! It's fantastic to know that our food and cocktails were a hit , and that Michael was an excellent server for your visit. We always strive to provide our guests with the best possible dining experience, and it's heartening to hear that we succeeded. Thank you for your kind words and for the perfect ratings. We can't wait to welcome you back for another spectacular brunch!
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Yinka VIP
Chicago / Illinois11 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
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.
avec River NorthResponded on June 5, 2025
Thanks for visiting us, Yinka! We love to hear that you enjoyed our Black Cod Tagine and found it to be a harmonious and delightful combination of flavors. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We're delighted that you're planning to return and we can't wait to welcome you back for more memorable culinary experiences.
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Julia
Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 29, 2025
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.
avec River NorthResponded on June 5, 2025
Hi Julia, Thank you for your wonderful review! We have to agree that our lunch is delicious and perfect for business meetings. We look forward to you visiting us again.
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Rhiana
Houston4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 28, 2025
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.
avec River NorthResponded on June 5, 2025
Hello Rhiana, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so pleased that you had such a wonderful time with us. We love to hear that Ian went above and beyond to make your experience special, and hope to see you again soon for another round of desserts!
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Allie VIP
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill9 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 26, 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!
avec River NorthResponded on June 5, 2025
Hey Allie, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're glad Todd's recommendations made your experience even better. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back again.
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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 572 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 93 times today

Experiences are available.

141 W Erie St, Chicago, IL 60654

Additional information

Cross street
W Erie & N La Salle
Neighborhood
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
$31 to $50
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
Executive chef
Dylan Patel
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.avecrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(312) 736-1778
Catering
One Off Hospitality Catering delivers your favorites from avec, alongside chef-driven menus, bold flavors, and seamless service for any event. See what we have to offer! Email daniellecoughlin@avecrestaurant.com to plan your catering event today!
Private party facilities
Our private dining room has its own private entrance off LaSalle, single-usebathroom and your own auxiliary bar with a dedicated bar and service team. Ourroom can host up to 75 guests for a seated dinner or 100 guests for a standingreception. Email daniellecoughlin@avecrestaurant.com to plan your event today!

avec River North

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

Studio 54 Disco Pride Brunch!

Menu

What 572 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does avec River North offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is avec River North restaurant rated?

Is avec River North currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

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