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bar avec, Chicago, IL

bar avec

4.3
4.3
66 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 PM
  • Great for happy hour
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
Enjoy our open-air rooftop offering sweeping views of Chicago’s magnificent skyline while indulging in delicious cocktails and sharable plates.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Cocktail Bar, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 2:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 2:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 736-1740
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross street
    W Erie & N La Salle
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    - 5 minute walk from Chicago & Franklin Station Brown/Purple Line Stop - 1 minute walk from LaSalle & Erie Bus Stop
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View

What 66 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bar Avec offers a "beautiful rooftop" experience with "amazing views" and a vibrant atmosphere. Guests enjoy tasty small bites like hummus and fried chicken. While some mentioned "slow service" and high noise levels, the "excellent cocktails" and "friendly staff" make it a popular spot for a lively evening out.

66 Reviews
  1. eric

    Jacksonville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was far better than I even expected and the service was outstanding. It’s hard to beat this beautiful location. 

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kind staff, Beautiful views and great shareables!

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  3. France

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 2, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Terrible service. No attention to customers. Food strange.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 24, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great vibe and excellent service. The food was interchangeable with every other small plate place in town - good enough but not interesting. The service and ambiance was really great. Will definitely come back for a drink and an appetizer.

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  5. Yunah

    Minneapolis

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great view. Food was ok. I can’t really remember the service so neither good or bad.

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  6. Aaron

    VIP

    Detroit

    103 reviews

    5.0

    103 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great! Our server was awesome. Glad this place was on Opentable- from out of town and unfamiliar with the area. Great booze selection!

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  7. Elizabeth

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I would love to email or talk to someone about my experience, I tried emailing but I think the email listed on the website is invalid

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  8. Giancarlo

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great happy hour experience! Would recommend this spot anytime

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  9. juliab

    VIP

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Shoutout to our fantastic server Steph! She was the BOMB. We love her!!!

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  10. madeline

    VIP

    Chicago

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    A little pricey for the worth but overall reccomnd and great views of the city

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FAQs

bar avec is rated 4.3 stars by 66 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Google Map for bar avec

640 N La Salle Dr 8th floor, Chicago, IL 60654

Additional information

  • Cross street
    W Erie & N La Salle
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 2:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 2:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Cocktail Bar, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    - 5 minute walk from Chicago & Franklin Station Brown/Purple Line Stop - 1 minute walk from LaSalle & Erie Bus Stop
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View
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