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The Dawson, Chicago, IL
Award-winning

The Dawson

4.8
4.8
2731 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
The Fulton River District is home to The Dawson, an expansive indoor/outdoor, multi-level space providing a multitude of dining experiences. The Dawson includes one of Chicago’s best patios conveniently found in the middle of the city.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 243-8955
  • Website
    http://www.the-dawson.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    The Dawson is the gathering place in River West for globally-inspired American cuisine, award-winning libations and inviting decor. Featuring multiple spaces on two levels, including an expansive courtyard, The Dawson offers many options and is an event host's dream location.
  • Private party contact
    Events Manager: (312) 372-4001
  • Location
    730 West Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    River West
  • Cross Street
    Grand Avenue and Halsted Street at the Grand/Halsted/Milwaukee intersection
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    CTA Blue Line - Grand Avenue stopCTA Bus - Grand Avenue/Halsted Street stopCTA Bus - Milwaukee Avenue / Halsted Street stopCTA Bus - Halsted Street / Grand Avenue stop
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • The Dawson Nordic Nights

    10 Jan 2025 - 28 Feb 2025
    Step into a winter wonderland at The Dawson Nordic Nights, where the magic of the Nordic region comes alive in a pop-up like no other. In our temperature controlled patio, immerse yourself in the enchanting glow of our Northern Lights installation, casting a mesmerizing dance of colors across the cozy setting. Indulge your senses with our carefully crafted Nordic-inspired food and cocktail menu, featuring delights that pay homage to the rich culinary traditions of the region. Don your coziest sweater and join us for a celebration of winter charm and hospitality at The Dawson Nordic Nights – where the North meets the night! Full menu also available
    The Dawson Nordic Nights photo

Offers

  • Why limit happy to an hour?

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Fri - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    Join us every Tuesday - Friday 4-6pm for happy hour for special features including $10 cocktails, $10 wines, $6 beers, and specially priced bites.

    Why limit happy to an hour? photo

Menu

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What 2,731 people are saying

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Dawson offers a delightful dining experience with a "great happy hour atmosphere" and "amazing cocktails." Guests love the "wonderful space" featuring an indoor-outdoor vibe and a "beautiful patio." The food consistently impresses, from the "chicken fried lobster" to the "wood-fired pork chop." Exceptional service, particularly from server Taylor, enhances the experience, making The Dawson a favorite for both brunch and dinner.

2,731 Reviews

  1. Sarah

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My mom and I had a great night out at the Dawson! Loved that the festive lights were still up. The chicken fried lobster and sourdough toast started us off on a delicious note, followed by the cavatelli and the roast pork chop. Those cheesy grits tho! Can’t wait to return again.

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  2. Ryan

    VIP

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Top tier customer service. The bartenders were great and friendly

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  3. Jordan

    Columbus

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly staff, good, quality food. My wife and I will definitely be back.

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  4. Margaret

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My sister and her kids were late and everyone was super accommodating when they got there!

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  5. Caroline

    E. Tennessee

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Dawson was so fun! The team was so kind and provided great service. The burger was delicious and so was the pasta. It was the perfect night out spot.

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  6. Alyssa

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Dawson is always an easy choice for me when I want to go somewhere with good food and a nice vibe, and that was still true this visit even when it was decked out for the holidays. My group loved the themed drinks and staple blood marys.

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  7. Nick

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every dish we ordered really hit. We unfortunately couldn’t save room for desserts. Jonathan was wonderful, attentive but not too much. He walked us through the menu perfectly and made our first visit great.

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  8. Ambar

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had so much fun in the Mistletoe and Mischief outdoor area. Each chair has it's own blanket, so you can keep warm, and the decorations create a great atmosphere. The themed drinks are delicious!

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  9. Beth

    VIP

    Chicago

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 10 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and attentive service. The Christmas pop-up in the patio area was cute.

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  10. Erika

    VIP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Way too dark and moody. Otherwise great service and good food

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FAQs

The Dawson offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. The Dawson also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 243-8955.

The Dawson is rated 4.8 stars by 2731 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Dawson

730 West Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross Street
    Grand Avenue and Halsted Street at the Grand/Halsted/Milwaukee intersection
  • Area
    River West
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    CTA Blue Line - Grand Avenue stopCTA Bus - Grand Avenue/Halsted Street stopCTA Bus - Milwaukee Avenue / Halsted Street stopCTA Bus - Halsted Street / Grand Avenue stop
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.the-dawson.com/
  • Phone number
    (312) 243-8955
  • Private party facilities
    The Dawson is the gathering place in River West for globally-inspired American cuisine, award-winning libations and inviting decor. Featuring multiple spaces on two levels, including an expansive courtyard, The Dawson offers many options and is an event host's dream location.
  • Private party contact
    Events Manager: (312) 372-4001
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