Avli River North
$$ • Greek Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Avli River North
Customers' Favorites
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Salad with Chicken
Taverna Lamb Chops
Baklava Ice Cream
Avli River North Reviews
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Amazing food - relaxed atmosphere
The food was fantastic. We tried three dips and they were all great. The eggplant one really surprised me. The skewers were dry but the flavor on them was really nice.
The biggest downside was that I was incredibly loud. I came here with my partner around 8:30pm and we could not hear each other across the table at all. I’m not sure if it was the acoustics but they had us seated next to a lot of groups. It was incredibly frustrating to be yelling the whole time while on...read full review
The biggest downside was that I was incredibly loud. I came here with my partner around 8:30pm and we could not hear each other across the table at all. I’m not sure if it was the acoustics but they had us seated next to a lot of groups. It was incredibly frustrating to be yelling the whole time while on...read full review
Tasty food and good service. The first floor has a nicer atmosphere than the second floor.
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 10AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 10AM - 10PM |
Avli River North is a charming restaurant in Chicago that offers a delightful culinary experience in a beautiful Mediterranean-inspired environment. The restaurant's atmosphere transports diners to the sunny shores of the Mediterranean, with a pleasant and light design that evokes warmth and summer. The friendly and attentive staff provides excellent service, ensuring a memorable dining experience.
The menu features a variety of delicious and fresh dishes, with the Greek salad, pita bread with dips, calamari, and shrimp bowl with quinoa receiving high praise from customers. The Taramosalata, a traditional Greek spread, is a customer favorite. Guests also enjoy the hummus and souvlaki, which are excellent. The restaurant offers a beautiful patio and impeccable table settings, making diners feel as if they have been transported to Greece. The brunch menu is very popular, with tasty dishes and refreshing cocktails, and a lunch special that includes multiple courses at a reasonable price, where diners can choose their options.
Recent reviews highlight a great dinner experience with cocktails and appetizers that were filling and delicious. The portions are generous, making it easy to share and taste a variety of dishes. Customers have also praised the entrees, noting that the lamb is so tender it can be cut with a spoon. Celebratory occasions are made special with the attentive staff, who may treat guests to a dessert and a Greek spirit toast. Overall, Avli River North remains a must-visit spot for those seeking great food, service, and ambiance in a welcoming and authentic Mediterranean setting.