private events

lejla zeyadich, sales manager [email protected] · 312.605.1615 615 w randolph street, chicago, illinois 60061 events at avec our private dining room draws from the warm, intimate design of avec’s main dining room and evokes the feeling of a rustic mediterranean wine cave. all of our event menus feature seasonally-inspired shared plates served family-style crafted by avec’s executive chef paul kahan, culinary creative director, perry hendrix and chef de cuisine, dylan patel.

private dining room amenities include: separate exterior entrance · private bar · open kitchen · service elevator · private restrooms

with floating walls, the space is able to accomodate the following smaller capacities:

- up to 14 guests in our randolph room - up to 20 guests in our foyer & bar lounge - up to 25 guests in our randolph room & foyer

randolph room bar lounge foyer stationary starters choose 2 for $14 per person · choose 3 for $20 per person our menu is highly seasonal and will be finalized with your event manager

hummus cod brandade with fresh baked pita on crostini

baked ricotta marcona almonds with and cherry tomato confit with lavender

seed crackers berbere spiced peanuts with fresh avocado hummus, beet and spiced lebnah housemade pickles, chef’s selection

“deluxe” focaccia fried chickpeas with za’atar taleggio cheese, ricotta, truffle oil and fresh marinated olives falafel with tahini and smoked almond harissa

chorizo-stuffed medjool dateswith bacon and piquillo pepper-tomato ..... $4/each “deluxe” focaccia taleggio cheese, ricotta, truffle oil, and fresh herbs ..... $20/each(16 pieces) cheese and charcuterie, chef’s selection (three of each) ...... $25/person charcuterie, chef’s selection (three of each) ...... $15/person cheese, chef’s selection (three of each)...... $15/person chilled seafood tower raw and preserved seafood, chef’s selection ...... $25/person

10 person minimum dinner menu avec’s event menus feature seasonally-inspired shared plates served family style

classic family-style dinner $60/person [first:three small plates] [second: two large plates] [third: one dessert*]

deluxe family-style dinner $80/person [first:four small plates] [second: three large plates] [third: two desserts*]

small plates large plates house marinated olives with ciabatta “deluxe” focaccia with taleggio cheese, ricotta, truffle oil and fresh herbs little gem lettuce with blueberries, ubriacone cheese and lavender almonds squash blossom pizza with smoked scamorza cheese, confit cherry tomatoes and calarian watermelon and heirloom tomatoes chili on stracciatella cheese with burnt chili , crisp shallot and dill roasted butcher’s steak with ajo blanco, smoked chili and charred sweet peppers wood firedoysters with merguez spice butter steamed mussels with roquefort cheese, charred shishito peppers with pickled feta and roasted cippolini onions and garlic croutons coriander paella with roasted squash, morcilla sausage, chickpea hummus with roasted eggplant, shrimp and preserved lemon zhoug, pickled blueberries and hearth baked pita slow roasted pork shoulder with braised squid, sesame yogurt, olives and harissa charred snap pea tabbouleh with farro, pome- granate onions, fresno chili and olives whole roasted fish with smoked salmoriglio charred lemon and bitter greens potato and salted cod brandade with garlic bread and chives potato and salted cod brandade with garlic bread and chives chorizo-stuffedmedjool dates with bacon and piquillo pepper-tomato sauce chorizo-stuffedmedjool dates with bacon and piquillo pepper-tomato sauce

[$8/person per additional small plate] [$12/person per additional large plate] [$5/person per additional dessert]

*see sample dessert menu on page 6

house marinated olives with ciabatta

little gem lettuce with blueberries, ubriacone cheese and lavender almonds

watermelon and heirloom tomatoes on stracciatella cheese with burnt chili vinaigrette, crisp shallot and dill roti dinner family-style feast

roasted lamb shoulder $70/person rotisserie chicken $55/person

with warm, fresh baked pita seasonal vegetable mezze assorted choice of one dessert

enhance your roti dinner by adding selections from our small plates, large plates or additional desserts

[$8/person per additional small plate] [$12/person per additional large plate] [$5/person per additional dessert]

house marinated olives with ciabatta little gem lettuce with blueberries, ubriacone cheese and lavender almonds

watermelon and heirloom tomatoes on stracciatella cheese with burnt chili vinaigrette, crisp shallot and dill desserts fig almond tart with lemon verbana ice cream

pumpkin bar with chai mousse

house made cookie platter lemon rose cardamom snickerdoodles, flourless chocolate brownie cookies, pistachio pinwheels, sesame crunch squares

custom cakes for special occasions beverage menu avec’s private dinner bar features a selection of craft liquors, imported bottled beer and wine by the class or bottle.

all beverages are charged upon consumption. with this option, beer, wine and liquor will be available to your guests through the event (unless otherwise specified) and youwill be charged only for what is actually consumed. our team will work with you to select your choice of beer, wine, spirits & cocktails in advance of your event. avec rotisserie lunch menu [veggie mezze board] [rotisserie main] [ dessert] $35/person

veggie mezze board inclues veggie mezze, hummus, harissa marinated olives, charred snap pea tabbouleh, tomato-cucumber , pita & sauces

rotisserie main select two of the following. main course to be served family style. charred eggplant or seasonal vegetable offering bone-in rotisserie chicken falafel

dessert chocolate tahini brownies rice pudding with rose, orange, cinnamon

add-ons falafel seasoned french fries ...... $4/person brunch menu avec’s event menus feature seasonally-inspired shared plates served family style

family-style brunch $40/person [first:three small plates] [second: two large plates] [third: one dessert] small plates large plates warm cinnamon rolls with brown butter glaze wood oven baked french toast with fresh ricot- ta, summer fruit compote, mint and almonds cardamom and blueberry danish with sweet cream cheese filling “deluxe” focaccia with taleggio cheese, ricotta, truffle oil and fresh herbs baked yogurt with honey almond granola and fresh fruit spiced tomato shakshuka with baked eggs, tunisian couscous and sesame yogurt little gem lettuce with ubricone cheese, blue- berries, almonds, and cabernet vinaigrette slow roasted pork shoulder with braised squid, sesame yogurt, olives and harissa heirloom tomatoes on grilled sourdough with garlic aioli, soft boiled eggs and fresh chicory roasted butcher’s steak with ajo blanco, smoked chili mojo and charred sweet peppers grilled shrimp with merguez butter, stone ground polenta and a soft egg sweets chorizo-stuffedmedjool dates sesame chocholate crunch bars with bacon and piquillo pepper-tomato sauce assorted house-made cookies (lemon-rose snickerdoodle, pistachio-fig pinwheel, flourless papas bravas with garlic aioli chocolate brownie cookie) peach almond tart with brown butter sumac glazed pork belly and frozen yogurt frequently asked questions

audio visual guest count & menu selections lcd projector [$150 for rental] your guaranteed guest count is due 72 hours prior to drop down screen [$100 rental fee] your event. food & beverage selections are due 10 days wireless handheld microphone [$75 rental fee] prior to your event. note: a/v equipment rental requests one week advance notice food & beverage minimum a food & beverage minimum will apply to all events. cake minimums may vary and are exclusive of 11.75% sales custom cakes available from avec pastry chef nicole tax, 20% service charge and 3% administrative guini. note: custom cake orders require at least one-week processing fee. advanced notice. for outside cakes or desserts, a $3 per person cutting fee applies. contract a signed contract and 25% deposit are required to book children’s meals an event. the deposit is non-refundable and will apply individual cheese pizza and a scoop of gelato towards your final bill. [$20/child, must be 10 years or younger] payment decor & equipment oayment is due in full upon the conclusion of your event our team can help with floral, linen or other by cash or by major credit card. equipment rental needs. all decot & entertainment must be pre-approved by management. parking nearby parking opportunities include paid street park- dietary requests ing, self-pay lots and garages and app=based parking we take all food allergies and dietary restrictions very options seriously. due to our shared style of service, we ask that all dietary requests be submitted at least one week prior printed materials to your event. we welcome avec provides custom menu cards + welcome sign for the vegetarian, gluten-free and vegan guests and can also event. you may also request a personalized message or procure kosher and halal meals with prior notice (plat- logo for signage. ing fee may apply). timing elevator please do not arrive more than fifteen minutes prior to avec’s event space is located upstairs on the second floor. your event, unless agreed upon ahead of time with our access is also availble via the service elevator. sales team. a $500/hr charge will apply to all events that exceed four hours. floor plan custom floor plans of event set up are avaialble on request