Why choose Avanti’s?
Avanti’s is known as the most award-winning group of Italian restaurants in Central Illinois. Since 1966, Avanti’s has offered great Italian food, great times, and great prices to our highly valued customers.
What is a typical menu at Avanti's?
Generous assortment of fried ravioli, cheese balls, fried mushrooms, and boneless chicken wings served with pizza sauce or ranch. Carrot Cake $1.50 Salads are served with Avanti's freshly baked bread. Regular Side Salad $2.29 Fresh iceberg and romaine lettuce topped with carrots. Add blue cheese crumbles for an additional charge.
Where can I find Avanti in Chicago?
Avanti has 2 locations to serve you – One in the heart of the Financial District of the loop in Downtown Chicago, the other in the Northwest Suburbs of Mt. Prospect, just minutes away from O’Hare International Airport. Enjoy some of the delicious items from our menu… freshly prepared salads, pasta dishes, pizza and more.
What can Avanti Caffe do for You?
Let Avanti Caffe do the work for you. Our large variety of party sized meals are always freshly prepared, great tasting and perfect for any occasion. We offer catering to accommodate 10 to 1,000 people. Call one of our catering specialists for details.
Appetizers
Prosciutto, Porchetta, Parmesan cheese, Taleggio and truffle cheese, Marcona almonds, fig preserve, whole grain mustard, Italian olives, grapes, and house-made crostini.
Soup & Salads
Nonna's soup made with a rich chicken broth, chicken, Orzo pasta, carrots, chicken meatballs and spinach.
Pizza
Tomato sauce, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, oregano, fresh mozzarella, and EVOO.
Pasta
Spaghetti pasta, fresh cracked black pepper, fresh shaved black truffles, black truffle olive oil, shaved Pecorino.
Chicken
Sautéed chicken breast, linguini, cremini mushrooms, marsala wine demi glaze, fresh rosemary, fettucine pasta with cream sauce and fresh basil.
Meats
Grilled center cut 8 oz. filet mignon, Parmesan peppercorn truffle butter, herb roasted red potatoes, and broccolini.
Seafood
Grilled Arctic salmon, lemon butter sauce, roasted fennel, baby carrots, broccolini, Cipollini onion.
What is Avanti's signature sandwich?
The Famous Gondola Sandwich $3.45+. Avanti's famous signature sandwich made with ham, salami, cheese, and lettuce. Add bacon for an additional charge.
What cheese is in Avanti's chicken sandwich?
All sandwiches are made with Avanti's freshly baked bread and are served with your choice of American, Swiss, pepper jack or mozzarella cheese. Crispy Chicken Sandwich Sandwich $4.95. Deep-fried breaded chicken served with lettuce, tomato or marinara sauce. Add mozzarella cheese for an additional charge.