Avola Kitchen + Bar – Italian
Avola Kitchen + Bar invites guests into a spirited, sun-drenched space where the air is scented with the smoky char of wood-grilled octopus and the savory depth of slow-braised pork flatbreads. This lively destination celebrates the art of the shared table, offering a vibrant tapestry of flavors ranging from delicate tuna crudo to comforting bowls of chicken pastina soup that warm the soul.
625 North Morehall Road, Malvern 19355 https://avolakitchenandbar.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, low-carb, keto, mediterranean, sugar-free, pescatarian, plant-based, diabetic, low-fat, heart-healthy, whole30, paleo, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, volumetrics, alkaline, detox, raw-food, tlc, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, candida
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday
- 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Tuesday - Wednesday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests appreciate the extensive menu variety and celebrate the spot as a reliable choice for a quick, satisfying bite. Reviewers highlight the efficient service and straightforward atmosphere, noting that the diverse selection of dishes offers something for every palate.
Menu
Appetizers
- Meat & Cheese Board for 2 - $22: Seasonal Artisan Cheeses, Charcuterie, House Mustard, Seasonal Fruit Preserves, Candied Walnuts, Crostini & Flatbread Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mussels - $16: Lemon White Wine Garlic or Arrabbiata (Spicy Red) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wild Mushroom Toast - $13: Roasted Wild Mushrooms, Chive & Scallion Goat Cheese Spread, Truffle Essence, Toasted Brioche Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Wood Grilled Octopus - $17: Andouille Sausage, Fried Potatoes, Onion & Peppers Escabeche, Lemon Calabrian Vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork & Beef Meatballs - $12: Pomodoro, Parmesan, Mozzarella, Garlic Bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari & Rock Shrimp - $16: Fingerling Potatoes, Pepperoncini, Lemon Aioli, Pomodoro Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Crudo - $16: Spiced Tuna, Lemon Calabrian Chile Vinaigrette, Escabeche, Zooluk Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spring Ridge Farm Sausage & Braised Pork Flat Bread - $16: Sharp Provolone, Broccoli Rabe, Parmesan Cream, Long Hots Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pastina Soup - $12: Ditalini Pasta, Whole Braised Shredded Chicken, Bone Broth, Parmesan & Cracked Pepper Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Garlic Shrimp - $16: Broccoli Rabe, Spring Ridge Farm Sausage, Whipped Ricotta, Long Hots, Grilled Italian Bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Wood Fired Pizza
- Margherita Pizza - $20: Fior Di Latte, Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Artisanal Pizza - $23: Soppressata, Pepperoni, Andouille Sausage, Pickled Peppers, Fontina, Arugula Pesto Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bianca Pizza - $21: Ricotta, Parmesan Crema, Arugula, Aged Balsamic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Caesar Salad - $12: Romaine, Focaccia Croutons, Locatelli, Parmesan Anchovy Dressing Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet Salad - $14: Arugula, Whipped Ricotta, Toasted Pecans, Balsamic Glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Insalata Avola - $13: House Mix Greens, Olives, Radish, Cucumber, Carrots, Roasted Peppers, Marinated Artichokes, Pickle Onion, Feta, Roasted Tomato Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Harvest Salad - $13: Arugula, Butternut Squash, Apples, Walnuts, Dried Cranberries, Gorgonzola, Lemon Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Chopped Salad - $16: Romaine, Chickpeas, Salami, Fresh Mozzarella, Pepperoncini, Cherry Tomatoes, Olives, Cucumbers, Pickled Onion, Italian Herb Vinaigrette, Feta Cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Black Ink Linguini - $31: Shrimp & Clams, Crushed Tomatoes, Garlic, Shallots, Baby Arugula, Saffron Lemon Scampi Broth Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Gnocchi - $29: Parmesan, Asiago & Ricotta Cheese, Braised Short Rib, Summer Vegetables, Leek Cream Soubise Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pappardelle Bolognese - $29: Fresh Ground Pork & Beef, Creamy Tomato Ragout, Ricotta, Shaved Locatelli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni with Sunday Gravy - $28: Meatballs, Italian Sausage & Slow Braised Veal in 4 hour Gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Pomodoro - $25: Burrata, Basil, Parmesan, Breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Ravioli - $36: Shrimp, Lump Crab Meat, Baby Spinach, Blush Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemon Parsley Scallop Fettuccini - $31: Bay Scallops, Lump Crab, Pancetta, Roasted Garlic Parmesan Cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Pan Roasted Red Snapper & Gulf Shrimp - $32: Creamy Parmesan & Spinach Risotto, Artichokes, Sun Dried Tomatoes, White Wine Lemon Basil Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Atlantic Salmon - $32: Sweet Corn & Crab Risotto, Pancetta, Cherry Tomato Herb Salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cioppino - $32: Sea Bass, Mussels, Shrimp, Clams, Sausage, Potatoes, Tomato Broth, Roasted Garlic Aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken & Shrimp Française - $30: Egg Battered Chicken, Gulf Shrimp, Broccolini, Lemon, Capers, White Wine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double Cut Lamb Chops - $42: Patatas Bravas, Arugula, Feta, Gremolata Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmiggiano - $29: Fiore Di Latte Mozzarella, Fresh Basil Tomato Sauce, Cavatelli Pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Wine Braised Short Rib - $33: Potato & Cauliflower Puree, Garlic Spinach, Truffle Demi Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Saltimbocca - $29: Prosciutto Di Parma, Spinach, Cherry Tomatoes, Artichokes, Aged Provolone, Whipped Potatoes, Sage White Wine Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Diavolo - $32: Breaded Chicken Cutlet, Long Hot Peppers, Mozzarella, Bolognese Sauce, Pappardelle Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Drunken Cutlet - $31: Breaded Chicken Cutlet, Ricotta, Mozzarella, Baby Spinach, Vodka Blush Sauce, Cavatelli Pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Patatas Bravas - $10: Smoked Paprika, Parmigiano, Chili Aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn & Crab Risotto - $10: Pancetta, Lump Crab, Parmesan Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Fingerling Potatoes - $12: Fresh Herbs, Roasted Garlic Butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brussel Sprouts Frito - $13: Parsley, Shaved Parmesan, Crispy Prosciutto, Apple Cider Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes - $10: Red Wine Jus Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Apple Caramel Mule - $13: Stateside Vodka, Apple Cider, Lime Juice, Caramel, Ginger Beer
- Lindsay's Lavender - $15: Empress Gin, Lavender Simple Syrup, Lemon Juice
- Honey Butter Old Fashioned - $15: Butter-Infused Big House Bourbon, Orange Bitters, Cinnamon Bitters, Honey Simple Syrup, Vanilla Simple Syrup
- Blood Orange Margarita - $15: Agavales Blood Orange Tequila, Lime Juice, Lemon Juice, Blood Orange Syrup
- Apple Ginger Fizz (Non-Alcoholic) - $7: Apple Cider, Ginger Ale, Apple Cider Vinegar, Lime Juice, Cinnamon
Frequently Asked Questions about Avola Kitchen + Bar
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided data for Avola Kitchen + Bar does not include the specific number of reviews for this restaurant.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This Italian restaurant stands out for its extensive menu variety and diverse dietary options, though it maintains a moderate 3.0/5 rating.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Avola Kitchen + Bar specializes in Italian cuisine, featuring artisanal pizzas, wood-grilled octopus, and traditional pasta dishes like pappardelle bolognese.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Avola Kitchen + Bar is currently operational, with a website available at https://avolakitchenandbar.com/ for further information.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Avola Kitchen + Bar offers a spirited, sun-drenched, and straightforward atmosphere that is ideal for a quick and reliable meal.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Avola Kitchen + Bar has an average rating of 3.0/5 based on customer feedback and reviews.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- With a 3.0/5 rating, this moderate ($$) Italian spot is better suited for quick, satisfying bites than special occasions.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular menu highlights include wood grilled octopus, braised pork flatbreads, tuna crudo, chicken pastina soup, and various artisanal pizzas.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Avola Kitchen + Bar by visiting their official website at https://avolakitchenandbar.com/.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include wood grilled octopus, braised pork flatbreads, tuna crudo, chicken pastina soup, and various artisanal pizzas.
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