Opening hours
Opening hours not available
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Typical hours for Mediterranean restaurants in Chicago
Most Mediterranean restaurants in Chicago open around 11:00 AM and close around 10:00 PM on weekdays; 74% are open on Sundays and 63% stay open until 10 PM or later.
Based on 19 similar places in our guide.
Location & directions
640 N La Salle Dr 8th floorChicago, IL 60654
About Bar Avec
Bar Avec is a Mediterranean restaurant you'll find at 640 N La Salle Dr 8th floor in Chicago, Illinois. Our Chicago guide covers 5,398 food and drink spots, and this is one of them. It sits in the upscale price range ($50–100 per person).
Bar Avec's menu features 15 dishes and drinks across 4 sections, including cold plates, pizza bianca, hot plates, and desserts. Listed prices range from $2.50 to $32.00, with a typical item around $20.00. Menu highlights include wood oven baked publican quality bread board with seasonal dips and spreads, hot sopressata with fresh mozzarella, basil and raw honey, and schwarma fried chicken thighs with falafel seasoned fries, fermented chili sauce and garli.
Service options include outdoor seating and dine-in. Offerings include alcohol, beer, cocktails, happy-hour drinks, and happy-hour food.
Payment methods accepted: debit cards, NFC mobile payments, and credit cards. Reservations are accepted; call (312) 736-1778 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Mediterranean Restaurant · French
- Address
- 640 N La Salle Dr 8th floor, Chicago, IL 60654
- Phone
- (312) 736-1778
- Price range
- $50–100 per person
- Menu
- 15 items · $2.50–$32.00
- Listing updated
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Popular times (typical for Mediterranean restaurants)
Mediterranean restaurants are usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns and the usual opening hours of Mediterranean restaurants in Chicago.
Typical prices for Mediterranean restaurants in Illinois
Based on 17 menus with 803 priced items from Mediterranean restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $11.50, and half of all items are priced between $4.99 and $24.00.
At Bar Avec the median listed price is $20.00, higher than the typical $11.50 for Mediterranean restaurants in Illinois.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Hummus | 59% | $6.99 |
| Falafel | 47% | $4.25 |
| Baklava | 41% | $3.75 |
| Fries | 35% | $3.99 |
| Garlic Sauce | 35% | $1.00 |
| Baba Ghanouj | 29% | $6.99 |
| Lentil Soup | 29% | $4.20 |
| Rice | 29% | $4.00 |
Calculated from 17 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Rooftop seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Happy-hour drinks
- Happy-hour food
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Spirits
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Toilet
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Bar Avec there are 337 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 884 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (149), Bars & Pubs (123), Sandwiches & Delis (63), and American (59).
Competition is strong: 16 other Mediterranean restaurants are within a mile and 29 within three miles. The closest is Ema, 0.2 mi away.
265 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Mexican & Tex-MexTaco Joint< 0.1 mi
- SteakhousesWildfire< 0.1 mi
- Latin American & CaribbeanFogo de Chão< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeHappy Monday Coffee - River North< 0.1 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodPortillo's< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a Mediterranean restaurant
Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants serve the cooking of Greece, Turkey, Lebanon, Israel, Persia, Morocco and their neighbors. Expect grilled meats and kebabs, falafel, hummus and other dips, fresh salads, rice dishes and plenty of bread – often baked in house.
What to order
- Gyro or shawarma – spit-roasted meat in a pita or on a plate
- Falafel – a crisp chickpea fritter and a vegetarian staple
- Hummus and baba ghanoush – classic dips for the table
- Kebabs – chicken, lamb or kofta from the grill
Good to know
- Mezze platters are an economical way for groups to try many dishes.
- Much of the menu is naturally vegetarian or easy to adapt.
- Ask whether the pita is baked in house – it makes a difference.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Bar Avec located?
Bar Avec is located at 640 N La Salle Dr 8th floor, Chicago, IL 60654.
What is the phone number of Bar Avec?
You can call Bar Avec at (312) 736-1778.
Does Bar Avec offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Bar Avec. Listed service options: outdoor seating and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at Bar Avec?
The typical price range at Bar Avec is $50–100 per person. Menu prices range from $2.50 to $32.00.
Does Bar Avec take reservations?
Yes, Bar Avec accepts reservations.
What else is near Bar Avec?
There are 884 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Bar Avec. Nearby options include Taco Joint (< 0.1 mi), Wildfire (< 0.1 mi), and Fogo de Chão (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other Mediterranean restaurants near Bar Avec?
16 other Mediterranean restaurants within a mile. The closest is Ema, 0.2 mi away.
How much do Mediterranean restaurants in Illinois cost?
Based on 17 menus with 803 priced items from Mediterranean restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $11.50, and half of all items are priced between $4.99 and $24.00.
