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    Avantis

    3.2 (148 reviews)
    InexpensiveItalian
    Open 10:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    AVANTIS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Inferior Italian food...like Cici's pizza was good.. soup was like it was boiled, it was soooo hot!! The place is very outdated...needs a good scrubbing!! Server was not into it. She would disappear quite often. I would not go out of my way to come back here.....

    Spaghetti with meat sauce and side of meatballs
    Kevin N.

    Just had a delicious chicken parmigiana dinner. Good crisp salad and the incredible (as always) fresh-baked on-premises bread! Service by Erica C was most excellent. Fast, courteous, and correct. She kept my drink filled and checked back frequently. Avantis always provides and all-around wonderful dining experience! Thank you, Avantis!

    Sicilian
    Bethany I.

    I grew up eating Avantis and recently moved out of state but always ask friends and family to bring me something when they visit. I recommend the Sicilian!

    Baked ziti with mushrooms

    Food was very good and service was also very good - not like some of the other reviews. The bread was excellent - and they are known for it. We diid the make your own pasta and both our dinners were very good. It's not high end Italian, but it is very good and the price is extremely good! You get a salad, bread, and your pasta dish, and our tab was $22 including tax. Can't beat it.

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    Cheap good, decent food. Their bread and gondola is my favorite.

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