River North

702 N Wells St, Chicago, IL • (312) 643-5656

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A variety of plated dishes including grilled chicken skewers with rice, a burger, pasta, and vegetable dishes on a wooden table.

Exterior of a Greek-inspired restaurant called 'avli' with pink bougainvillea flowers and string lights

Indoor restaurant with wooden tables, woven chairs, and blue glasses set on each table. Pink flowering bougainvillea climbing the wall, hanging straw pendant lights, and string lights overhead create a cozy, tropical ambiance.

Avli River North

River North, Chicago

Located in the heart of bustling River North, enjoy contemporary Greek fare and drinks on the expansive patio, in the intimate upstairs dining room, or downstairs at the bar.

Open daily for lunch and dinner as well as weekend brunch, the charm of River North’s inviting atmosphere and signature pink bougainvillea flowers, will transport you straight to Santorini no matter the season.

Stop in for Happy Hour, Monday through Friday, 3pm to 6pm, for discounted libations and small plates.

A variety of dishes including grilled meats, rice, vegetables, pasta, and salad arranged on a wooden table, typical of a Middle Eastern or Mediterranean meal.

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A breakfast table with various dishes including a plate of French toast topped with strawberries and chocolate, another plate of French toast with syrup and berries, an omelette with vegetables, a salad, a bottle of water, a glass of lemonade, and a small pitcher of syrup.

Mother’s Day

SUNDAY • MAY 10 • 10AM

Celebrate Mother’s Day with seasonal specials! Featured Mother’s Day specials include Phyllo Tiropitakia with herb-whipped feta and cherry tomato marmalade; Roasted Eggplant with chickpeas & tahini; and Paccheri with Smoked Salmon with fresh dill, fennel, and feta.

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A cozy restaurant interior with multiple tables set with wine glasses, blue water glasses, and folded napkins, decorated with small candles, and with warm hanging lights and natural light coming through windows.

We’d Love to Host Your Event!

Semi-Private Group Dining • Birthday Celebrations • Happy Hours

Hosting an event at Avli feels less like renting a space and more like being welcomed in. Our team brings the same care, warmth, and attention to events as we do to daily dining so gatherings feel thoughtful, seamless, and personal.

Whether you’re planning something intimate or celebratory, we’ll help shape an experience that fits the moment.

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