The Dawson

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Top 2% of restaurants in Chicago
7 / 10

7 expert reviews

“A "group"-friendly place with multiple areas for hanging out including a "to-die-for" back patio.”

– Zagat

Gayot Gayot
"There is much to like about The Dawson, a venture from Billy Lawless (The Gage, Henri) and Branko Palikuca (Topaz Cafe, Amber Cafe)." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Sometimes it can be hard to tell exactly what a restaurant is striving to do. While I know what I’m getting into when I go to, say, a steakhouse or a sushi restaurant, there’s a category..." Full review
On the Grid On the Grid
"The modern, rustic atmosphere is perfect for daytime drinks with friends or an intimate evening with your guy or girl." Full review
The Infatuation The Infatuation
"The best thing about The Dawson in River West is the giant patio." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Make like a local and head to West Town where a former fireplace mantle factory turned neighborhood boite beckons with craft-oriented cuisine and killer cocktails." Full review
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