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The Dawson

The Dawson

Eat Local in Chicago

4.5 1,648 Google reviews$30–90

+1 312 243 89 55730 W Grand Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60654 · Fulton River District

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Where to find them

730 W Grand Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60654

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About

Inspired Fare & Acclaimed Cocktails in Sprawling River West The Dawson is an expansive indoor/outdoor, multi-level dining space that boasts one of Chicago’s top covered and heated patios, offering an exceptional experience for groups of all sizes right in the heart of the city.

Amenities

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Fireplace
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Live music

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
4 to 9 PM
Wednesday
4 to 9 PM
Thursday
4 to 10 PM
Friday
4 to 11 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM to 11 PM
Sunday
10:30 AM to 9 PM

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