In a City where there are many excellent meals to be had, our dinner at Avec was a highlight of our recent stay in Chicago. Most of the menu consisted of "small plates" (which were large enough to share, like the outstanding artichoke bruschetta and tasty boudin), but there were also a small selection of full entrées (we had the... more

Had reservations at Blackbird, but after reading reviews, cancelled and just waited in line for this. 30 Minutes on a Monday night. Well worth it. GREAT PLACE. Great atmosphere. Bacon, Wrapped, Chorizo stuffed figs. Nuff said. more

food good, design nice, but extremely loud. Most of the rest in chicago are closed after ten- not so this. Because of the loudness it is allmost impossible to talk more

I went to Avec based on the recommendations of several of my friends and I was not disappointed. Although the crowds might be off-putting for some, I found the family dining enjoyable. The food was ABSOLUTELY amazing! The chorizo-stuffed figs are to die for, and all of the other dishes we tied (the monkfish, the flatbread, and the skirt steak)... more

Great food, much cheaper than Blackbird, it's parent restaurant. more

Delicious meal! Serious attention given to layering of flavors in each dish. White asparagus with truffle is wonderful, as was everything else. more

A remarkable dining experience - incredible wine list, fantastic food and the opportunity to interact with locals from Chicago. I think we were the only tourists in the place (due to a strong recommendation from an old friend who went to school in Chicago). The communal dining tables made our experience unforgettable, as we got to meet and talk with... more

I love the communal style dining Avec offers. Great for late night dining. Great food, great wine list, great atmosphere. more

My friend and I went to Avec on a Monday night and waited about 1/2 hour for a table. The smell of the food hits you when you open the door - it smells amazing. The host and bar staff were very friendly as we waited for our table. The seating is communal which is fun if you want to... more