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avec West Loop, Chicago, IL
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avec West Loop

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$31 to $50
Mediterranean
615 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 117 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Hot spot

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Dylan Patel

From the OpenTable editors: This West Loop spot sparked Chicago’s small-plates craze in 2003 and now has MICHELIN Bib Gourmand status. Expect soulful Midwestern riffs on Mediterranean small plates and an excellent wine list that leans southern European. Don't miss avec’s bacon-wrapped chorizo-stuffed dates, which are right up there with hot dogs and deep dish as classic Chicago fare.

Philosophy

a wine-focused chicago restaurant featuring midwestern takes on Mediterranean classics, inspired by the sun-drenched wine regions of southern europe. avec west loop has been a Chicago favorite for 20 years. originally conceived as a wine bar, avec is the second concept from celebrated one-off hospitality.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 3:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 377-2002
  • Website
    http://avecrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • 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 event today!
  • Private party facilities
    Our second floor is a dedicated private dining space that draws from the warm, intimate design of avec’s main dining room. It’s the perfect location for a private, intimate gathering. Our event menus feature seasonally-inspired shared plates served family-style. Email daniellecoughlin@avecrestaurant.com to plan your party today!
  • Location
    615 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661
  • Description
    avec, a wine-focused restaurant in Chicago, features Midwestern takes on Mediterranean classics. Inspired by the sun-drenched wine regions of the Mediterranean, avec West Loop has been a Chicago favorite for over 20 years. Originally conceived as a wine bar, avec is the second concept from celebrated one-off hospitality, with communal and bar seating—it is a high-energy, intimate, and interactive experience.For parties of 6 or more, please call us at 312-377-2002.
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Cross street
    W Randolph and N Desplaines
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    - 4 minute walk from Clinton Green/Pink Line Stop- 3 minute walk from Desplaines & Lake Bus Stop- 5 minute walk from Ogilvie Metra Station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,013 people are saying

avec West Loop 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Mediterranean

  • Chicago

    Mediterranean

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Avec West Loop offers a dynamic dining experience with "delicious shareable food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "phenomenal" Mediterranean-inspired dishes like short rib hummus and chorizo-stuffed dates. The lively atmosphere is enhanced by attentive staff and a well-curated wine list. Communal seating fosters a convivial vibe.
1,013 Reviews

  1. Alexa VIP

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was so delicious! it was a later reservation so i did feel a bit rushed to leave but other than that soooooo amazing 10/10
    avec West LoopResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Alexa, Thank you so much for your review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed everything from our food to the overall experience. We understand that we may have rushed you a bit, but we're glad you felt comfortable and appreciated the service. We strive to provide an amazing dining experience and your review helps us to do just that. We look forward to your next visit! Best, West Loop Management Team

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  2. Paola

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delicious l! Wonderful service and overall excellent experience! Dish after dish we were delighted!
    avec West LoopResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you, Paola!

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  3. Max VIP

    Orlando / Central Florida East5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was so delicious and service was incredible. Pablo was very hospitable. The short rib hummus is a must order.

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  4. Thomas

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a terrific relaxed lunch here with friends from out of town. The dishes were shared and everyone enjoyed the new flavors to traditional Mediterranean dishes. Loved the hummus with snow peas and the delicious hanger steak appetizer. The pita was out of this world delicious!!!
    avec West LoopResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Thomas, We love to hear that you had a great lunch with friends. It's wonderful to know that our hummus with snow peas and steak dish hit the spot for you. We look forward to welcoming you back to avec West Loop soon! Best regards, West Loop Management Team

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  5. Kailey

    Toronto / Ontario9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lives up to every bit of hype. It was phenomenal.
    avec West LoopResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for the 5 stars!

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  6. Jake

    Grand Rapids / Western Michigan6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great service, always amazing food! The best!
    avec West LoopResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you, Jake. We are happy you enjoyed everything!

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  7. Hannah

    Denver / Colorado1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved our experience and especially loved the food! Would come back!
    avec West LoopResponded on June 29, 2025
    Hey Hannah, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic time at avec West Loop and that you enjoyed our food. Your kind words mean a lot to us and motivate us to keep delivering excellent service and delicious meals. We can't wait to welcome you back for another delightful experience. Best regards, With West Loop Management

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  8. Anita

    Chicago / Illinois4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Barely spoken to aside from bringing food, no inquiry about if anything was wrong. Half of two plates were almost untouched. Always happy to provide a bill with tip options. Water service was EXCELLENT.

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  9. Yirald

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was great! Unfortunately our waitress seemingly forgot about us after taking our initial order, and never came back to take our main order. Our waitress didn’t even check in on us after the initial order of appetizers. We waited 35-40min after we finished our appetizers before we flagged someone down to give her a chance in case she was busy, but ultimately we had to ask another worker (not our waitress) to ask for the check. When our original waitress came by with the check, there was no acknowledgment, no words shared, not even an apology of the poor service on her behalf. I understand people can forget and become busy, but A.) The restaurant is not even large enough, and B.) there was not that many customers at the time to excuse ignoring customers. Also, at some point we looked over and our original waitress literally dancing and laughing while talking to another waitress working. The main positive is that the food was great though! Also, the food runner was friendly and he was clearing our plates and being attentive such as refilling waters and so on. Also it was so hot inside, AC seemed to not be working.

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  10. Ashtynn

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    1.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Did not like our food. Probably was just us but we ordered brunch 1) the baked French toast and 2) can’t remember the name of the dish but it was focaccia with cheese in it. Both of us were underwhelmed. The focaccia literally was just focaccia with soft warm Cheese. It felt like they just threw it together- tasted very bland. You have the option of adding lox but honestly I don’t think that would be helped. I ordered the red sauce from The stuffed dates to dip it in. I found myself looking around at other people’s food Wishing I would’ve ordered something different. My husband’s French toast was mushy although he ate it as well. I heard great things about this place and rarely am I the type to write a review or to not make The best of an experience, but I was so disappointed. This is an instance where I’d be very hesitant to go back. Sorry for typos- typing from my iphone.
    avec West LoopResponded 5 days ago
    Hey Ashtynn, We're really sorry to hear that your experience with our brunch options didn't meet your expectations. We take pride in our dishes and it's disappointing to know that we missed the mark with your French toast and focaccia. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly take it into consideration as we continually strive to improve our menu. We hope you'll consider giving us another chance to impress you. Best, With West Loop Management Team.

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FAQs

avec West Loop offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 377-2002.

avec West Loop is rated 4.8 stars by 1013 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 117 times today
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615 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661

Additional information

  • Description
    avec, a wine-focused restaurant in Chicago, features Midwestern takes on Mediterranean classics. Inspired by the sun-drenched wine regions of the Mediterranean, avec West Loop has been a Chicago favorite for over 20 years. Originally conceived as a wine bar, avec is the second concept from celebrated one-off hospitality, with communal and bar seating—it is a high-energy, intimate, and interactive experience.For parties of 6 or more, please call us at 312-377-2002.
  • Cross street
    W Randolph and N Desplaines
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 3:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    - 4 minute walk from Clinton Green/Pink Line Stop- 3 minute walk from Desplaines & Lake Bus Stop- 5 minute walk from Ogilvie Metra Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://avecrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (312) 377-2002
  • 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 event today!
  • Private party facilities
    Our second floor is a dedicated private dining space that draws from the warm, intimate design of avec’s main dining room. It’s the perfect location for a private, intimate gathering. Our event menus feature seasonally-inspired shared plates served family-style. Email daniellecoughlin@avecrestaurant.com to plan your party today!

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