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The Dawson, Chicago, IL
The Dawson, Chicago, IL
The Dawson, Chicago, IL
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Award-winning

The Dawson

4.6 (2780)
$31 to $50
American
730 West Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for groups
The Fulton River District is home to The Dawson, an expansive indoor/outdoor, multi-level space providing a multitude of dining experiences. The Dawson includes one of Chicago’s best patios conveniently found in the middle of the city.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    The Dawson is the gathering place in River West for globally-inspired American cuisine, award-winning libations and inviting decor. Featuring multiple spaces on two levels, including an expansive courtyard, The Dawson offers many options and is an event host's dream location.
  • Private party contact
    Events Manager: (312) 372-4001
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    River West
  • Cross street
    Grand Avenue and Halsted Street at the Grand/Halsted/Milwaukee intersection
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    CTA Blue Line - Grand Avenue stopCTA Bus - Grand Avenue/Halsted Street stopCTA Bus - Milwaukee Avenue / Halsted Street stopCTA Bus - Halsted Street / Grand Avenue stop
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • The Dawson x Moody Tongue Communal Dinner

    $85.00 per person

    May 22, 2025 only
    Join us for an unforgettable night under the stars as The Dawson teams up with the award-winning Moody Tongue brewery for a courtyard feast like no other. This springtime communal dinner features a whole pig roast paired with three expertly selected Moody Tongue beers, including a special appearance by the Moody Tongue Brewmaster Jared Rouben. Start with grilled East Coast oysters in al pastor butter and chorizo empanadas with Oaxaca cheese. Then dig into our centerpiece: a slow-roasted pig glazed with mezcal and served alongside smoked mac & cheese, grilled chili-lime corn, wood-fired carrots, and vibrant Mexican street fruit. Top it all off with a decadent dessert by Pastry Chef Kymberli DeLost-Cuschieri, thoughtfully paired with a final Moody Tongue brew. 3 beer pairings included. Additional beverages available for purchase. Limited seating. Courtyard vibes. Smoky aromas. Unbeatable flavors.
    The Dawson x Moody Tongue Communal Dinner Photo

Private dining

Offers

  • Why limit happy to an hour?

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Fri - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Join us every Tuesday - Friday 4-6pm for happy hour for special features including $10 cocktails, $10 wines, $6 beers, and specially priced bites.

    Why limit happy to an hour? Photo

What 2,780 people are saying

The Dawson reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Dawson offers a vibrant ambiance with "great food and top tier service." Known for its delightful brunch and "amazing cocktails," it's ideal for special occasions and gatherings. The patio is a summer highlight, and standout dishes include "the best bread ever" and exceptional duck wings. A neighborhood gem!
2,780 Reviews
  1. Jeremy

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a dope experience. I been there 3 times and will come back soon for more!

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  2. Patrick VIP

    Washington DC34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious dinner, wonderful service!! Always a pleasure to dine at The Dawson

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  3. Brandon

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just came for drinks sat in patio it was a great time!

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  4. Kendall VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was so kind and the entire staff did an amazing job! We will be back soon!

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  5. Raymond

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great brunch and wonderful server! An enjoyable Mother's Day experience.

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  6. Micah

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had Mother’s Day brunch and it was outstanding! A bit expensive but the food was great and the service was even better. 100% recommend.

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  7. Rich

    San Francisco1 review

    1.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    It wasn’t busy at 1245 on a Saturday but the food took an hour for 2 burgers. Maybe the private event took all the attention but that’s not a valid excuse for the slow service. The subpar burgers were too charred and way too expensive($26). The ambience inside is lackluster but even if the weather was nice enough for the patios, I’d still be disappointed. I recommend going almost anywhere else. I don’t plan on coming back.

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  8. Ericka

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this place.. the oysters are top tier! The vibe was so elegant. If I could give it 10 stars I would

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  9. elisabeth

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came to dinner with 2 young children. Taylor was our server and she was phenomenal, graciously dealing with the odd requests from the kids, cleaning up a spilled lemonade before I could even ask for another napkin, and ensuring 2 shared entrees came out on 4 separate plates. It was a birthday dinner and she nailed the timing and candles. She really made sure we had a great time. Thanks Taylor & the Dawson!

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  10. Matthew VIP

    Milwaukee11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome brunch! Highly recommend! We found parking no problem at all

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FAQs

The Dawson offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. The Dawson also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 243-8955.

The Dawson is rated 4.6 stars by 2780 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  5. River West

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Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Dawson

730 West Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    Grand Avenue and Halsted Street at the Grand/Halsted/Milwaukee intersection
  • Neighborhood
    River West
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    CTA Blue Line - Grand Avenue stopCTA Bus - Grand Avenue/Halsted Street stopCTA Bus - Milwaukee Avenue / Halsted Street stopCTA Bus - Halsted Street / Grand Avenue stop
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    The Dawson is the gathering place in River West for globally-inspired American cuisine, award-winning libations and inviting decor. Featuring multiple spaces on two levels, including an expansive courtyard, The Dawson offers many options and is an event host's dream location.
  • Private party contact
    Events Manager: (312) 372-4001
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