Avli - River North Menu (Update 2025)
Avli - River North is a trendy tapas/small plates Greek restaurant in Chicago, offering a range of vegan and vegetarian options. Located at 702 N Wells St, this casual yet classy spot provides a vibrant, authentic Greek dining experience. Customers rave about the fresh and flavorful dishes, with standout items like the hummus, lamb chops, and mushroom gyros. The outdoor seating area adds to the romantic and cozy atmosphere. Despite some minor issues with portion sizes and consistency, the overall quality of food and service shines through. With a full bar, happy hour specials, and a diverse menu, Avli - River North is a must-visit for those craving modern Greek cuisine in a lively setting.
Pita Wraps
Twisted Pork Souvlaki
char-grilled yogurt marinated pork skewer served with tomato, onion, tzatziki, fries, and Greek spices in a pita
Twisted Chicken Gyros
rotisserie broiled, hand stacked chicken slices served with tomato, red onion, mustard-mayo sauce, fries, and Greek spices in a pita
Twisted Pork Gyros
rotisserie broiled, hand stacked pork slices served with tomato, red onion, tzatziki, fries, and Greek spices in a pita
Twisted Chicken Souvlaki
char-grilled yogurt marinated chicken breast skewer served with tomato, onion, mustard-mayo sauce, fries, and Greek spices in a pita
Twisted Vegetarian Mushroom Gyro
mushroom gyros, tomato, onion, hummus, arugula wrapped in Greek pita
Chicken Souvlaki Bowl
rice pilaf, scallion, marinated chickpea, shishito pepper, herb sauce (GF)
Shrimp Souvlaki Bowl
quinoa, red onion, tomato, olive, feta, ladolemono (GF)
Roasted Salmon Bowl
farro, scallion, hummus, broccoli, herb sauce (F)
Roasted Mushroom Bowl
farro, scallion, hummus, broccoli, herb sauce (VN)
Avli Signature Bowls
Build Your Own Bowls
Aegean Quinoa Bowl
red onion, tomato, olive, feta (V, GF)
Rice Pilaf Bowl
scallion, marinated chickpea, shishito pepper (VN, GF)
Thyme Farro Bowl
scallion, hummus, broccoli (VN)
Hummus
chickpea, lemon, tahini (VN, GF)
Tzatziki
yogurt, cucumber, dill (V, GF)
Tirokafteri
feta, bell pepper, aleppo pepper (V, GF)
Melitzanosalata
eggplant, lemon, red onion (VN, GF)
Spread Sampler
a trio of our house made spreads
Toasted Pita Bread
Gluten Free Pita
Side Crudites
carrot, cucumber, radish
Side Charred Bread
Spreads
Cold Meze
Greek Salad
tomato, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, feta, olive, caper, radish (V, GF)
Beet Salad
arugula, red onion, dried fig, walnut, goat cheese, radish, honey-rosemary vinaigrette (V, GF, CN)
Kale & Sweet Potato
radicchio, carrot, red onion, cranberry, almond, sesame seed, maple-dijon vinaigrette (VN, GF, CN)
Saganaki
graviera, honey-peppered fig (V)
Kataifi Shrimp
filo, spicy mayo (SF)
Spanakopita
spinach, feta, filo, whipped feta dip (V)
Zucchini Chips
skordalia dip (V, GF, DF)
Greek Meatballs
beef & pork, garlic, rich tomato sauce, yogurt
Octopodi
garlic-basil tomato, sherry vinaigrette (GF, SF)
Dolmades
rice, scallion, tahini-lemon dressing (VN, GF)
Calamari
grilled, ladolemono, fermented fresno sauce (GF, SF)
Briam
roasted vegetable medley (VN, GF)
Seasonal Vegetable
wild greens, squash, onion, graviera (V, GF)
Avgolemono Soup
rice, lemon, egg, chicken broth
Quart Avgolemono Soup
rice, lemon, egg, chicken broth
Hot Meze
Platters & Souvlaki
Pork Souvlaki
tzatziki, herb dressing (GF)
Shrimp Souvlaki
tirokafteri, herb dressing (GF, SF)
Chicken Souvlaki
tzatziki, herb dressing (GF)
Monastiraki Gyros
pork or chicken, pita, tzatziki, tomato, onion, fries
Whole Fish
butterflied branzino, caper relish, ladolemono (GF, DF, F)
Lamb Fournou
mashed potato, herb sauce (GF)
Chicken Riganati
oregano, shishito pepper, thyme, ladolemono (GF, DF)
Gundagai Lamb Chops
smoky rub, melitzanosalata, sweet & spicy red pepper sauce (GF, DF)
Gemista
stuffed tomato, stuffed bell pepper, rice (VN, GF)
Moussaka
eggplant, potato, beef ragout, bechamel, graviera
Roasted Potatoes
lemon, herbs, garlic, mustard (VN, GF)
Greek Fries
avli spice, sea salt (VN, GF)
Rice Pilaf
herb, fried shallot (VN, GF)
Toasted Pita Bread
Gluten Free Pita
Side Crudites
carrot, cucumber, radish
Side Charred Bread
Side oz Hummus
Side oz Tzatziki
Side oz Tirokafteri
Side oz Melitzanosalata
Single Chicken Souvlaki
Single Pork Souvlaki
Single Shrimp Souvlaki
Bacon
smoked with applewood (GF, DF)
Breakfast Potatoes
feta, oregano (V, GF)
Seasonal Fruit
medley of fresh fruit (VN, GF)
Sides
Desserts
Portokalopita
orange, cardamom syrup, pistachio (V, CN)
Coke
oz can
Diet Coke
oz can
Sprite
oz can
Fever Tree Club Soda
ml bottle
Fever Tree Ginger Ale
ml bottle
Fever Tree Ginger Beer
ml bottle
Fever Tree Mediterranean Tonic Water
ml bottle
Fever Tree Tonic Water
ml bottle
Soft Drinks
Salads
Greek Salad
tomato, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, feta, olive, caper, radish (V, GF)
Beet Salad
arugula, red onion, dried fig, walnut, goat cheese, radish, honey-rosemary vinaigrette (V, GF, CN)
Kale & Sweet Potato
radicchio, carrot, red onion, cranberry, almond, sesame seed, maple-dijon vinaigrette (VN, GF, CN)
Saganaki
graviera, honey-peppered fig (V)
Kataifi Shrimp
filo, spicy mayo (SF)
Spanakopita
spinach, feta, filo, whipped feta dip (V)
Octopodi
garlic-basil tomato, sherry vinaigrette (GF, SF)
Zucchini Chips
skordalia dip (V, GF, DF)
Dolmades
rice, scallion, tahini-lemon dressing (VN, GF)
Avgolemono Soup
rice, lemon, egg, chicken broth
Quart Avgolemono Soup
rice, lemon, egg, chicken broth
Meze
Mains
Tsoureki French Toast
berries, honey, almond (V, CN)
Nutella Pancakes
banana, graham cracker (V, CN)
Strapatsada
scrambled eggs, tomato, onion, feta, toast (V)
Sunny Side Up Platter
eggs, bacon, toast, potatoes, tomato
Greek Omelet
spinach, feta, scallion, salad (V, GF)
Scrambled Egg Sandwich
bacon, chive, roasted pepper, brioche bun, salad
Avocado Toast
whipped feta, arugula, tomato, onion (V)