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09/09/2026
avec highwood incoming 🥂
we’re so excited to share that is spotlighting our next chapter as we prepare to bring avec to highwood — our third location and a new home for us on the north shore.
at the heart of avec has always been gathering around the table, sharing good food, pouring something delicious, and making people feel at home. we can’t wait to bring that spirit to highwood and become part of this wonderful community. reservations open cctober 1st! ✨
read the full story, and stay tuned as we get closer to opening.
09/08/2026
farmers market dinner is THIS sunday!
join us on september 13 at 6 pm for an evening centered around the farmers, producers, and seasonal ingredients that make the midwest so special. enjoy six courses featuring produce from farms across illinois, michigan, wisconsin, and indiana, with each course thoughtfully paired with w**es from local producers.
you can still grab your tickets; link in bio!
09/04/2026
don’t know what to order for brunch this labor day weekend? avec river north has you covered 👀
start with a matcha-chacha, grab the sumac-glazed pork belly for the table, and finish things off with the very delicious smothered lamb & cheese melt. trust us, you can thank us later.
book your table now!
09/03/2026
we loved being part of max & william’s beautiful wedding reception! 🤍✨
from the food and drinks to the celebration shared around the table, we were so happy to help bring their special day to life at bar avec. cheers to the newlyweds and all the love, laughter, and good times! 🥂
planning a wedding, bridal shower, engagement party, birthday, corporate gathering, or just looking for a reason to get everyone together? we’d love to help make your next event feel just as special.
have an event coming up? link in bio to learn more!
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09/02/2026
labor day weekend is the perfect excuse to grab cocktails on the bar avec rooftop. 🍸
beautiful views, great cocktails, and a long weekend ahead. not much more you can ask for.
book your reservation now and make the most of the long weekend! ☀️
09/01/2026
claire mcdonal has run the w**e program at avec since 2023, and this is the shortest distance between her cellar and your table.
pick the shape that fits: two bottles chosen as a surprise, two reds if that’s where you live, or four across styles when you want more room to explore. add claire’s cellar pick and you’re into genuinely rare territory — cult producers, high-end bottles, allocations that don’t make it to the floor. sparkling one month, skin-contact the next.
members also get first look at avec w**e dinners, and every box arrives with the context to taste what claire tastes.
explore the club and join today at the link in bio.
08/31/2026
one more reason to order pasta tonight. 🍝
introducing our new handmade tagliatelle with eggplant conserva, fenugreek, and ricotta salata. now serving at avec river north and available for delivery on .
08/31/2026
new on the menu at avec river north 🥗
our niçoise salad with heirloom vegetables, whipped taramasalata, soft egg, and kalamata vinaigrette. fresh, vibrant, and made for the end of summer.
come give it a try and join us at avec river north!
08/28/2026
a little something sweet for your weekend brunch plans. 🍞✨
our wood oven-baked French toast is served with fresh ricotta, fruit compote, mint and almonds. come make a morning of it at avec west loop, brunch is served from 10am - 2pm.
08/27/2026
it’s that time of year again! 🌽🍷
join us sunday, september 13 at 6 pm for a six-course communal-style dinner celebrating the vibrant flavors of summer and the bounty of the midwest. each course highlights seasonal produce from farms across illinois, michigan, wisconsin, and indiana, paired with thoughtful selections of w**e from local producers.
gather around the table, raise a glass, and savor the best of the season. 🍽️✨
08/24/2026
A staple of the avec table. 🍯
our deluxe focaccia brings together taleggio, truffle oil and fresh herbs, with one very important finishing touch: a drizzle of honey. trust us on this one.
08/21/2026
friday? rooftop? cocktails? and warm weather?!
yeah, we think that’s a pretty perfect equation. see you at bar avec 😉
08/20/2026
happy 🥓
there's no better way to celebrate than with our chorizo stuffed medjool wrapped dates. smoky, savory, sweet, and an avec favorite for a reason.
come celebrate the day with us, we'll save you a seat. ✨
08/19/2026
a classic for a reason. happy !
our potato & salted cod brandade has been an avec favorite for years, served with garlic crostini and fresh chives. some things are worth keeping on the menu. 🥔
08/17/2026
we’re so excited to be opening avec highwood! ✨
interested in joining our team? stay tuned for more details on how you can be a part of it! 🫶
Address
615 W Randolph Street
Chicago, IL
60661
To reach W Randolph Street in Chicago, take the Blue, Green, Pink or Purple Line to Clinton Station. Walk east on Fulton, then turn right on Desplaines St and keep walking until you reach Randolph St. The restaurant will be on your left.
If driving a car, head towards downtown Chicago and take the I-90/94 Expressway westbound. Take exit 51H for Washington Blvd., then turn left onto Desplaines St and continue until you reach Randolph St. Parking can be found at nearby parking garages such as the Millennium Parking Garage or Eaton Ohio Street Garage.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
5pm - 10pm |
| Tuesday |
5pm - 10pm |
| Wednesday |
5pm - 10pm |
| Thursday |
5pm - 11pm |
| Friday |
5pm - 11pm |
| Saturday |
10am - 1:30pm |
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5pm - 11pm |
| Sunday |
10am - 1:30pm |
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5pm - 11pm |
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What people say
Mediterranean restaurants are known for their fresh and flavorful ingredients, and avec on W Randolph Street in Chicago is no exception. This restaurant has been a favorite among locals for over 19 years, offering a rustic menu that features ingredients from valued local purveyors. The Midwestern takes on Mediterranean classics are inspired by the sun-drenched wine regions of Southern France, Italy, Portugal, and the coast of Spain.
What sets avec apart is its focus on wine. Originally conceived as a wine bar, the restaurant's moderately priced wine list draws primarily from boutique vineyards in Southwestern Europe. The list offers 130 wines priced between $20 and $90 a bottle, with a focus on hearty peasant wines from small producers in France, Italy, Spain, and Portugal.
Whether you're looking for weekend brunch or dinner service seven days a week, avec has something to offer. The menu is carefully crafted to reflect the aromas, flavors, and colors of the Mediterranean in its cuisine. And with its cozy atmosphere and friendly staff, it's no wonder why this restaurant has remained a Chicago favorite for so many years.
