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Avanti, Phoenix, AZ

Avanti

4.8
4.8
1914 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Great for fine wines
Avanti, a Valley tradition since 1974. . . Dramatic, crisp black and white interiors, candlelight and a quiet atmosphere. Vegetarians and Seafood lovers will be awed by the selections of homemade pasta from deliciously light Gnocchi Alfredo, Eggplant and Meat Lasagna, to seasonal hand crafted Ravioli. Fresh Fish and seafood dishes vary- from a Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail to an Italian crafted Cioppino. Avanti has also garnered numerous awards and accolades for our Ossobucco, said to be the best in town as well as robust steaks and chops (lamb and pork).Enjoy dessert and Cappuccino in the piano bar sweets that are carefully guarded family recipes include, Tiramisu, Cannoli, Creme Brulee with a crunchy burnt sugar crust but if your passionate about chocolate the chocolate mousse is infused with rum and whipped so fluffy and light you'll swear it's heaven sent!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Continental
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (602) 956-0900
  • Website
    https://avanti-az.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Owner Chef Angiolo Livi & assistant Chef Luis DeOrta
  • Catering
    Avanti's catering division prides itself on creative, logistically executed events you and your guest will enjoy and remember! From large sit-down dinners to informal buffets Avanti has been catering for over 25 years. Authentic Italian dishes, homemade pasta, and hearty Tuscan inspired meats
  • Private party facilities
    Avanti offers 3 Private Dining Rooms as well as the option to buy-out the restaurant for large banquets and private events. Custom designed menus and complimentary printed menus. Entertainment, flowers, decorations and special order celebration cakes available.
  • Private party contact
    Angiolo Livi: (602) 956-0900
  • Location
    2728 East Thomas Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85016
  • Area
    Central Phoenix
  • Cross Street
    Thomas and 28th Street
  • Parking details
    Private Lot in front of restaurant with ample parking and enough room for large buses to turn-around.<br /><br /><br />Valet parking is offered.
  • Entertainment
    Piano Bar MusicGuest BandsDJ Music for private functions
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Passo Robles Wine Dinner

    USD 140.00 per person

    28 Mar 2025 only
    Join us for a Four Course Dinner paired with select wines. Seating is limited so reserve your seats today. Reception starts at 6:30.

  • Avanti Easter Brunch 2025

    USD 79.00 per person

    20 Apr 2025 only
    Join us for the Valley's Famous Avanti Easter Brunch. Make your reservations early as this event fills up quick!

  • Rombauer Wine Dinner

    USD 140.00 per person

    2 May 2025 only
    Join us for a Four Course Dinner paired with select wines. Seating is limited so reserve your seats today. Reception starts at 6:30.

Private dining

Menu

Avanti's menu was last updated 2023-08-03.

Antipasti

  • Bruschetta

    • Mozzarella Caprese

      fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil & balsamic

      • Eggplant Rollatini

        filled w/mozzarella, basil & parmigiano

        • Crab "Luigi"

          avocado filled with curry seasoned crab salad

          • Calamari Fritti

            fried squid with fresh pepper-tomato sauce

            • Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail

              • Escargots de Bourgogne

                garlic butter, wine & brandy

                Zuppe

                • Soup of the Day

                  • Pasta e Fagioli

                    Panini

                    • Grilled Breast of Chicken Sandwich

                      on an Italian baguette with avocado, roasted red peppers & thinly sliced red onion with a side of mixed fries

                      • Beef Tenderloin Sandwich

                        on an Italian baguette topped with roasted red peppers, onion & sliced avocado with a side of mixed fries

                        Insalate

                        with your choice of grilled chicken, grilled salmon or fried calamari

                        • Avanti Caesar Salad

                          bibb lettuce, artichoke, avocado & asparagus, with house vinaigrette

                          • Benito Salad

                            mixed baby greens, shrimp, artichokes, avocado & tomato, vinaigrette

                            • Brioni Salad

                              scallops, shrimp, calamari, mussels, olives & chopped celery tossed in a tangy lemon, olive oil dressing on a bed of mesclun salad

                              • Italian Cobb Salad

                                chopped lettuce with slices of ham, chicken, salami, mozzarella cheese & egg with vinaigrette or blue cheese dressing

                                • Fresh Spinach Salad

                                  with smoked pancetta, pine nuts, boiled eggs, mustard dressing

                                  Pasta

                                  • Angel Hair Pasta

                                    with shrimp & fresh tomato sauce

                                    • Rigatoni Siciliana

                                      with eggplant, ricotta & tomato sauce

                                      • Linguine with Clam Sauce

                                        white or Red

                                        • Bowties with Broccoli

                                          farfalle pasta with roasted garlic & broccoli topped with feta cheese

                                          • Spaghetti with Meatballs & Sausage

                                            a classic marinara sauce with meatballs & sausages

                                            • Penne Al Forno

                                              baked pasta with fresh tomato, mozzarella and ricotta cheese

                                              • Baked Lasagna

                                                vegetarian eggplant or Bolognese meat sauce

                                                • Tortellini Portofino

                                                  in a light cream sauce, w/walnuts & mushrooms

                                                  Specialita

                                                  • Cioppino

                                                    an assortment of fresh seafood with tomatoes, served on a bed of pasta

                                                    • Parmesan Encrusted Salmon Piccata

                                                      • Chicken Breast Angelo

                                                        marinated in garlic, rosemary & olive oil and grilled, served on a bed of seasonal greens

                                                        • Chicken & Sausage Scarpariello

                                                          sautéed in white wine, garlic & herbs

                                                          • Chicken Milanese

                                                            thinly pounded chicken breast, breaded & sauteed with fresh greens in a Parmesan cheese basket

                                                            • Chef's Mixed Grill Special

                                                              a trio of shrimp, chicken and filet of beef served with mixed salad or seasonal vegetables

                                                              • Veal Piccata

                                                                lemon, white wine, butter/caper sauce

                                                                • Veal Marsala

                                                                  • Veal Parmigiana

                                                                    lightly breaded & sauteed

                                                                    Dolci

                                                                    • Homemade Tiramisu

                                                                      • Crème Brulee with Berries

                                                                        • Spumoni

                                                                          • Flan

                                                                            • Chocolate Mousse Cake

                                                                              • Tartufo

                                                                                dark or white

                                                                                • Amaretto Cheesecake

                                                                                  • Avanti Dessert Trio

                                                                                    Last updated: 2 February 2022

                                                                                    What 1,914 people are saying

                                                                                    Avanti reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                    4.8
                                                                                    4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                    • 4.8Food
                                                                                    • 4.9Service
                                                                                    • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                    • 4.6Value

                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                    Loved For

                                                                                    • Phoenix / Arizona

                                                                                      Italian

                                                                                    • Phoenix

                                                                                      Best Service

                                                                                    • Phoenix

                                                                                      Great for fine wines

                                                                                    • Phoenix

                                                                                      Good for special occasions

                                                                                    • Phoenix

                                                                                      Italian

                                                                                    Review summary

                                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                    Avanti offers an exceptional dining experience with "impeccable service" and "outstanding food." Guests rave about its "authentic Italian cuisine," including homemade pasta and delicious wine pairings. With a nostalgic "old-school Italian vibe," it's perfect for special occasions or casual dining, ensuring "you'll become a repeat customer."

                                                                                    1,914 Reviews

                                                                                    1. Timothy VIP

                                                                                      Orange County91 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Great service, great food and just that old school Italian feel!

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                                                                                    2. OpenTable Diner VIP

                                                                                      Detroit2 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      The best Italian in the valley. Avanti’s is the gold standard

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                                                                                    3. Gi Anna

                                                                                      Phoenix4 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Great food great services and yummy martinis. Yummy bread

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                                                                                    4. David

                                                                                      Phoenix4 reviews

                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                      Dined on 2 March 2025

                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                                      First time diners. Experience consistent with Open Table reviews, old world dining experience, great and attentive service, very good food. We didn’t love our table but it was fine. We will go back.

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                                                                                    5. KimberlyS

                                                                                      Los Angeles1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      Dined on 2 March 2025

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Everything about the dining experience was amazing. The service the food, the ambience all of it. I highly recommend this place and when I visit Tempe, I will definitely come back.

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                                                                                    6. Guillermo

                                                                                      Unspecified1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      Dined on 2 March 2025

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      My party went to Avanti for my post-graduation meal and I could not have chosen a better place. The food was amazing especially the crème brûlée at the end. The service was impeccable and attentive. The cost was a bit higher than expected but the quality of the food was well worth it for such an experience. If I ever come back to Phoenix and Scottsdale, I’ll come to this place again.

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                                                                                    7. Donald VIP

                                                                                      Phoenix11 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      Dined on 2 March 2025

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Everything about dining at Avanti is perfect, and it is our favorite restaurant! Angelo and his staff are second to none!

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                                                                                    8. Lorenzo VIP

                                                                                      San Francisco25 reviews

                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                      Dined on 1 March 2025

                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                      4. Ambience 2
                                                                                      Old school for sure, but that's no excuse for using canned/jarred artichoke hearts in a dish. I've seen dishes plated better in a good cook's home than at Avanti. I suppose the throwback design is a nod to yesteryear and that's okay but the Chicken Francese and Gnocchi were serious disappointments.

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                                                                                    9. Len VIP

                                                                                      Cleveland23 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      Dined on 1 March 2025

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Attended the Caymus Wine Dinner! What a fabulous event! Great food pairing. Generous pours. Outstanding service.

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                                                                                    10. Len VIP

                                                                                      Cleveland23 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      Dined on 27 February 2025

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      We dine here every time we are in the Phoenix area - fabulous service and menu - a gem! Enjoyed halibut yesterday and lamb osso bucco- both great dishes. Fair prices.

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                                                                                    FAQs

                                                                                    Avanti offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Avanti also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (602) 956-0900.

                                                                                    Avanti is rated 4.8 stars by 1914 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                    Avanti does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

                                                                                    Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                    Make a booking

                                                                                    2 people
                                                                                    7:00 pm
                                                                                    Booked 14 times today
                                                                                    Experiences are available.

                                                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                    Google Map for Avanti

                                                                                    2728 East Thomas Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85016

                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                    • Cross Street
                                                                                      Thomas and 28th Street
                                                                                    • Area
                                                                                      Central Phoenix
                                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                                      Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                      $31 to $50
                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                      Italian, Mediterranean, Continental
                                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                                      Casual Elegant
                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                      Business Casual
                                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                                      Private Lot in front of restaurant with ample parking and enough room for large buses to turn-around.<br /><br /><br />Valet parking is offered.
                                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                                      AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                    • Executive Chef
                                                                                      Owner Chef Angiolo Livi & assistant Chef Luis DeOrta
                                                                                    • Entertainment
                                                                                      Piano Bar MusicGuest BandsDJ Music for private functions
                                                                                    • Additional
                                                                                      Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                    • Website
                                                                                      https://avanti-az.com/
                                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                                      (602) 956-0900
                                                                                    • Catering
                                                                                      Avanti's catering division prides itself on creative, logistically executed events you and your guest will enjoy and remember! From large sit-down dinners to informal buffets Avanti has been catering for over 25 years. Authentic Italian dishes, homemade pasta, and hearty Tuscan inspired meats
                                                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                                                      Avanti offers 3 Private Dining Rooms as well as the option to buy-out the restaurant for large banquets and private events. Custom designed menus and complimentary printed menus. Entertainment, flowers, decorations and special order celebration cakes available.
                                                                                    • Private party contact
                                                                                      Angiolo Livi: (602) 956-0900
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