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Avec


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4.5 of 5 stars 188 ratings
188 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
89
4.0 of 5 stars
73
3.0 of 5 stars
20
2.0 of 5 stars
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1.0 of 5 stars
3
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#4 of 4,512 restaurants in Chicago
  • Cuisines: French, Italian, Spanish, Eclectic, International
  • Price range*: $21-$30
  • Neighborhood: The Loop
  • Address: 615 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661-2203
  • Phone:  (312) 377-2002

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4 of 5 stars
bethkindy   1 contribution
Indianapolis
Oct 8, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

Chorizo stuffed dates wrapped in bacon. Yes, it sounds weird, but it was one of the best things I've tasted anywhere! This seems to be the item most people mention when talking about Avec, and know I know why! We loved everything, though. "Small" plates were actually very generous, and we stuffed ourselves on the aforementioned dates along with some... more

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4 of 5 stars
Greekinese   1 contribution
Seattle
Oct 8, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

We stopped into Avec at our last trip to Chicago and would be coming in late, so we needed to find some place that would open late. Avec has been on Anthony Bourdain's No Reservations show and open until 1AM, so we went to check it out. It's a tiny little spot, but it was large enough to fit all... more

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4 of 5 stars
webkamy   37 contributions
Sep 27, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

Good wine list, must go before 6 to avoid the wait more

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5 of 5 stars
sgoet   20 contributions
Benicia, CA
Sep 26, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

This was our first time, my wife and daughter were not happy because the menu was difficult to understand. We sat at the bar and the waitress was very helpful, explaining that we order one large entree per person or two small plates per person. When our orders were served, we started eating and my wife and daughter became animated... more

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3 of 5 stars
OffRed   1 contribution
Toronto, Ontario
Sep 11, 2009

After waiting to be seated, and waiting to order, we waited and waited and waited for our food. From order until the first plate arrived was well over an hour. We got to watch the people next to us eat their entire meal, including coffee and dessert. Hey, sometimes unexpected things happen in a kitchen and i get that, but... more

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5 of 5 stars
lblahnik   57 contributions
Chicago
Aug 25, 2009

I cannot say enough good things about Avec. We initially were unsure if we should stay because there was about an hour wait and the place was packed. We were there on a Wednesday night. But, we decided to have a drink at their outdoor area . It was very pleasant.. there was a nice selection of wines by the... more

Fantastic!
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5 of 5 stars
1traveldoc   4 contributions
California
Aug 23, 2009

Memorable dinners at Avec. Yes, the place is small and too noisy for quiet conversation. The policy of no reservations means you must wait outside but can enjoy a drink, at least in the summer. The waiter told me that they send waiting diners to nearby bars in the winter and call them when a seat is available. We were... more

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5 of 5 stars
BrendaGSaint Louis   19 contributions
Aug 15, 2009

The best meal I have had in a long time. The dates are amazing- very intricate flavors in every bite. Yummmmmm!!!! more

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5 of 5 stars
SavannahGal   28 contributions
Savannah, GA
Aug 10, 2009

I can not say enough about this place. I am so sorry that I don't live next door. The food was amazing, the atmosphere was hip and lively, the service was perfectly casual, and the price was very reasonable. I am a pretty good cook and I can't get on the same planet as this. My kids were okay with... more

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4 of 5 stars
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Aug 9, 2009

Great atmosphere (though it can get pretty noisy) and excellent food. My only issue with this place is they don't accept reservations. Still, our hour wait definitely didn't feel that long. So many fabulous menu options - can't wait to go back and try some others. The salmon tartare was excellent. more

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Avec Address

615 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661-2203
Tel: (312) 377-2002
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.