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“Celebrating the craft of food, drink, & hospitality”
When you get stir crazy later tonight remember The Dawson is open. For braving the cold, we will reward you with a complimentary Sleepless in Logan Square or Spiced Rum Cider. Kitchen is open from 4:30pm-11pm. This site was originally connected to a cluster of buildings owned by The Dawson Brothers. William and Henry Dawson operated one of the most successful fireplace mantle companies in the United States at the turn of the last century. Their elaborate works were known for both sturdy construction and intricate artistic detail. The high level of craftsmanship and artistic elements found in these pieces still fetch top dollar to this day. Today, the debate of cooking as “artform or craft” wages late into the night at many of Chicago’s most venerable watering holes. We tend to think it can be both. But, this is of little importance to us. The Dawson seeks to recreate the pioneering, artistic, and straightforward attitude of William and Henry Dawson by providing a restaurant, bar, and gathering place that celebrates the craft of food, drink and hospitality.
The Dawson sits at the corner of Halsted and Grand with large signs on both sides, making it easy to spot. The doors are large but easy for an able bodied person to open. Immediately upon entering... Read more
I absolutely could not believe how bad our NYE was at this restaurant. This place had high expectations for. First the appetizers ran out and we had one option out of three which was oysters.... Read more
Came here for the Christmas pop up Mistletoe & Mischief to have some holiday drinks and bites. I tried the Mezcal coquito. It's a small drink but strong and flavorful. My friends got the Deck the... Read more
The Dawson
Hours
- Sun: 10:30 am - 10:00 pm
- Tue, Wed: 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Thu: 4:00 pm - 11:30 pm
- Fri: 4:00 pm - 12:00 am
- Sat: 10:30 am - 12:00 am
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Credit Cards Accepted
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Bar
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Drive Through
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Outdoor Seating
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