avec River North

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

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   Joanne VIP

   Chicago20 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We have dined here several times before and will come back again. The room is beautiful, the service was excellent and the food is delicious with generous portions (even if ordering the small sizes). Please put falafel on the lunch menu :)
   

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   Abhimanyu VIP

   Chicago1 review

   3.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   I mentioned that it was my third anniversary with my girlfriend, and they didn’t seem to care at all. I’m not asking for a free dessert or something super extravagant, however for a upscale pricey restaurant I expect better. We did not get a card, a wish, or any sort of mention of the celebration. Our waiter was a nice person but was completely uninterested in serving us throughout the night. Very cut and dry experience. With all this being said, I get that people have bad days at work and sometimes you forget things. However, I would hope that Avec would put a little more consideration towards their customers, especially on Saturday nights and special events. The food was excellent and the dessert was phenomenal. Unfortunately, the service can sometimes make or break a meal. It might come off as an ungrateful review, but if I am paying $300 for a meal for two people, I expect great service in return (or at least someone who cares)!!
   

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   Emily

   Cincinnati4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Service was excellent. Food was phenomenal. Cocktails hit and are incredibly thoughtful. The space is gorgeous. 10/10 can’t wait to go back!!!
   

   avec River NorthResponded 1 day ago

   Hi Emily, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic experience with us. It’s great to know that you enjoyed the service, food, and cocktails—our team puts a lot of thought into every detail. We’re also glad you appreciated the ambiance of our space. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another amazing visit!
   

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   Deb

   Greater Boston2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We came to Avec on a recommendation and it did not disappoint. The ambiance was lovely, the service outstanding and the food was top notch! 10 out of 10. Don’t not miss this on your next visit to Chicago!
   

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   avec River NorthResponded 1 day ago

   Hi Deb, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience at Avec! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the lovely ambiance, outstanding service, and top-notch food. Your recommendation means a lot, and we’re glad it lived up to your expectations. We hope to see you again on your next visit to Chicago!
   

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   Mayte VIP

   Memphis/West TN37 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Love this place! The flavors and aromas from this kitchen are very unique! A culinary experience!
   

   avec River NorthResponded 1 day ago

   Thanks for the review, Mayte! We're thrilled to hear that you loved your experience here and that you appreciate our unique flavors and aromas. It's always a pleasure to serve a culinary experience that goes beyond the usual. We look forward to serving you again soon!
   

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   Barbara

   Washington DC7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 19 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Spectacular food! We loved every morsel. Our waiter Kyle also made the evening a wonderful event. We will be back every time we visit Chicago.
   

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   avec River NorthResponded 1 day ago

   Thanks for the review, Barbara! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your meal and our service. It's always a pleasure to provide a memorable dining experience for our guests. We're glad you plan to visit Chicago again and we look forward to serving you again soon!
   

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   James VIP

   New York City2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 18 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wow. We’ve been visiting Chicago for 40 years (we live in NYC, but wife is a native) and this is one of the best meals we’ve ever had. Great, distinctive food, and a really attentive server (Graham) who gave us a helpful overview of the menu and steered us away from over-ordering. The half-price wine on Tuesday was an added plus. Just a great experience. We’re looking forward to a return visit.
   

   avec River NorthResponded 1 day ago

   Hello James, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! It’s fantastic to hear that after 40 years of visiting Chicago, you found a meal that stood out so much. Great food and attentive service can really make a dining experience special, and it sounds like Graham did an excellent job guiding you through the menu. Plus, who doesn’t love a good deal on wine? We’re thrilled to hear you’re looking forward to coming back—there’s always something new to discover in the city! Safe travels until your next visit.
   

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   Stephanie

   Chicago5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 18 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Avec is always a great experience! Definitely get the focaccia, and the sweet potatoes are amazing.
   

   avec River NorthResponded 4 days ago

   Thanks for visiting us, Stephanie! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our sweet potatoes and focaccia. We always strive to provide our guests with great food and service, and it's wonderful to know we've hit the mark during your visit. We appreciate your feedback on the service and we'll continue to work on improving it. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
   

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   Bonzomatic

   Chicago19 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 18 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was interesting and delicious as always. My one complaint is the size of the martinis. Come on, it doesn’t cost much to fill the glass.
   

   avec River NorthResponded 4 days ago

   Hi Bonzomatic, Thank you for the 5 stars. We appreciate your feedback about the martini size. We aim to provide a variety of drinks that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways, so we'll certainly take your comments into consideration. We look forward to you dining with us again.
   

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    Nancy

    Greater Boston13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Wish we had an avec in Boston. Everything was amazing. The food, drinks and service. Worth every penny.
    

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    avec River NorthResponded on 17 March 2025

    Hi Nancy, Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your experience with us. Your appreciation for our food, drinks, and service means a lot. While we don’t have a location in Boston, we hope to welcome you back soon.
    

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