Dive into this stylish spot where Mediterranean-inspired dishes shine alongside a great wine list, making for an ideal place to celebrate with friends.
"Do you love Avec in the West Loop but don’t think that tiny restaurant fits enough people to see your bob? Check out Avec’s River North location. It’s about 56 times larger than the original Avec, has a longer menu full of Avec classics (like the chorizo-stuffed bacon-wrapped dates and taleggio flatbread), and also a lot more small and large plates, pastas, and pizza. Plus, you can almost always walk in and grab a seat at the giant oval bar in the middle of the restaurant - giving your haircut the 360 degree view it deserves." - adrian kane
"The lunch menu at the downtown location of this Chicago classic features two soups. One is simple and full of roasted veggies. But it’s taken to a new level thanks to two toppings: simple sesame yogurt and a sensational zesty green chili zoug. The latter proves how little touches can really amplify flavors." - Naomi Waxman, Ashok Selvam
"This is the second location of Avec, and is about 56 times larger than the original in the West Loop. Other notable differences are that it doesn’t have communal seating, and has a longer menu full of Avec classics (like the chorizo-stuffed bacon-wrapped dates and taleggio focaccia), along with a lot more small and large plates, pastas, and pizza. And because the space here is bigger and everyone gets their very own seat, this is the better Avec for a group or business dinner when you don’t want to ask the boss to move whenever you need to go to the restroom." - adrian kane, john ringor, veda kilaru
"This is the second location of Avec, and is about 56 times larger than the original in the West Loop. Avec 2.0 now serves brunch, with dishes like a giant orange brown butter glazed cinnamon roll and shakshuka, plus bottomless mimosas. Other notable differences are that it doesn’t have communal seating, so you won't have to ask everyone to move whenever you need to go to the restroom. The Deal: Bottomless mimosas for $28" - adrian kane, veda kilaru
"Let’s say someone in your party might have a little too much wine, then shout something rude about your future in an ivory tower. Head to Avec in River North. Unlike narrow, shoebox-sized Avec in the West Loop, no one can overhear your conversation at this much larger location. Plus, the combination of wood and tile floors, tall windows, and high ceilings make the whole space sound like a mall food court in December. The menu is full of delicious Avec classics (like the chorizo-stuffed bacon-wrapped dates and taleggio flatbread), along with a lot more small and large plates, pastas, and pizza." - veda kilaru, john ringor, adrian kane, nick allen
