Avec River North

Chicago, US

As the second location of one of Chicago’s most beloved dining institutions, Avec River North has a much larger footprint than its West Loop counterpart, with no communal seating and decor that feels brighter than the original. Paul Kahan’s soulful Midwestern-meets-Mediterranean cuisine remains just as memorable – regulars will tell you to try the chorizo-stuffed, bacon-wrapped dates and taleggio flatbread before proceeding to larger dishes like pasta and pizza. A tight selection of by-the-glass wines complements a lengthy bottle list, and cocktails with Mediterranean-inspired twists delight and surprise. And speaking of cocktails: before or after dinner, head to Bar Avec, the open-air rooftop bar where crowds clamour for a Euro-centric collection of wines, refreshing cocktails and shareable plates with Spanish and Portuguese flair during the blissful warm months. Reservations are available for both experiences.

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Location

141 W Erie St, River North, Chicago, Illinois, 60654