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: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, slow-carb, soy-free
What to order at Avola Kitchen + Bar
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Italian Chopped Salad | 6.9 g | 58.3 g |
| Harvest Salad | 156.7 g | 57.2 g |
| Cioppino | 33.1 g | 55.6 g |
| Drunken Cutlet | 11.5 g | 47.5 g |
| Beet Salad | 108.3 g | 44.5 g |
| Wood Grilled Octopus | 7.7 g | 33.3 g |
| Spring Ridge Farm Sausage & Braised Pork Flat Bread | 47.7 g | 33.3 g |
| Corn & Crab Risotto | 2 g | 32.5 g |
| Chicken Pastina Soup | 80 g | 31 g |
| Chicken Parmiggiano | 7.5 g | 29 g |
| Chicken & Shrimp Française | 12 g | 27.9 g |
| Lobster Ravioli | 27.2 g | 26.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mussels - $16: Lemon White Wine Garlic or Arrabbiata (Spicy Red) Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wild Mushroom Toast - $13: Roasted Wild Mushrooms, Chive & Scallion Goat Cheese Spread, Truffle Essence, Toasted Brioche Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Wood Grilled Octopus - $17: Andouille Sausage, Fried Potatoes, Onion & Peppers Escabeche, Lemon Calabrian Vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork & Beef Meatballs - $12: Pomodoro, Parmesan, Mozzarella, Garlic Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari & Rock Shrimp - $16: Fingerling Potatoes, Pepperoncini, Lemon Aioli, Pomodoro Sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Crudo - $16: Spiced Tuna, Lemon Calabrian Chile Vinaigrette, Escabeche, Zooluk Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Alkaline, Soy Free 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pastina Soup - $12: Ditalini Pasta, Whole Braised Shredded Chicken, Bone Broth, Parmesan & Cracked Pepper Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Garlic Shrimp - $16: Broccoli Rabe, Spring Ridge Farm Sausage, Whipped Ricotta, Long Hots, Grilled Italian Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
Wood Fired Pizza
- Margherita Pizza - $20: Fior Di Latte, Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Artisanal Pizza - $23: Soppressata, Pepperoni, Andouille Sausage, Pickled Peppers, Fontina, Arugula Pesto Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bianca Pizza - $21: Ricotta, Parmesan Crema, Arugula, Aged Balsamic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Caesar Salad - $12: Romaine, Focaccia Croutons, Locatelli, Parmesan Anchovy Dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet Salad - $14: Arugula, Whipped Ricotta, Toasted Pecans, Balsamic Glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber 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: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Harvest Salad - $13: Arugula, Butternut Squash, Apples, Walnuts, Dried Cranberries, Gorgonzola, Lemon Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Black Ink Linguini - $31: Shrimp & Clams, Crushed Tomatoes, Garlic, Shallots, Baby Arugula, Saffron Lemon Scampi Broth Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Gnocchi - $29: Parmesan, Asiago & Ricotta Cheese, Braised Short Rib, Summer Vegetables, Leek Cream Soubise Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pappardelle Bolognese - $29: Fresh Ground Pork & Beef, Creamy Tomato Ragout, Ricotta, Shaved Locatelli Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni with Sunday Gravy - $28: Meatballs, Italian Sausage & Slow Braised Veal in 4 hour Gravy Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Pomodoro - $25: Burrata, Basil, Parmesan, Breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Ravioli - $36: Shrimp, Lump Crab Meat, Baby Spinach, Blush Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemon Parsley Scallop Fettuccini - $31: Bay Scallops, Lump Crab, Pancetta, Roasted Garlic Parmesan Cream 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Atlantic Salmon - $32: Sweet Corn & Crab Risotto, Pancetta, Cherry Tomato Herb Salad Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cioppino - $32: Sea Bass, Mussels, Shrimp, Clams, Sausage, Potatoes, Tomato Broth, Roasted Garlic Aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken & Shrimp Française - $30: Egg Battered Chicken, Gulf Shrimp, Broccolini, Lemon, Capers, White Wine Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double Cut Lamb Chops - $42: Patatas Bravas, Arugula, Feta, Gremolata Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmiggiano - $29: Fiore Di Latte Mozzarella, Fresh Basil Tomato Sauce, Cavatelli Pasta Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Wine Braised Short Rib - $33: Potato & Cauliflower Puree, Garlic Spinach, Truffle Demi Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Saltimbocca - $29: Prosciutto Di Parma, Spinach, Cherry Tomatoes, Artichokes, Aged Provolone, Whipped Potatoes, Sage White Wine Sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Diavolo - $32: Breaded Chicken Cutlet, Long Hot Peppers, Mozzarella, Bolognese Sauce, Pappardelle Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Drunken Cutlet - $31: Breaded Chicken Cutlet, Ricotta, Mozzarella, Baby Spinach, Vodka Blush Sauce, Cavatelli Pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Patatas Bravas - $10: Smoked Paprika, Parmigiano, Chili Aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn & Crab Risotto - $10: Pancetta, Lump Crab, Parmesan Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Fingerling Potatoes - $12: Fresh Herbs, Roasted Garlic Butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brussel Sprouts Frito - $13: Parsley, Shaved Parmesan, Crispy Prosciutto, Apple Cider Vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes - $10: Red Wine Jus Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Apple Caramel Mule - $13: Stateside Vodka, Apple Cider, Lime Juice, Caramel, Ginger Beer Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Lindsay's Lavender - $15: Empress Gin, Lavender Simple Syrup, Lemon Juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Honey Butter Old Fashioned - $15: Butter-Infused Big House Bourbon, Orange Bitters, Cinnamon Bitters, Honey Simple Syrup, Vanilla Simple Syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Blood Orange Margarita - $15: Agavales Blood Orange Tequila, Lime Juice, Lemon Juice, Blood Orange Syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Apple Ginger Fizz (Non-Alcoholic) - $7: Apple Cider, Ginger Ale, Apple Cider Vinegar, Lime Juice, Cinnamon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse
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.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Avola Kitchen + Bar?
- Italian Chopped Salad, at roughly 58.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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