Updating my review - we returned to the Avenue a few weeks back. Wasn't really blown away like I was every previous time I had gone here. I know the owners switched but I really hoped the new people understood that they inherited near Supper Club perfection. I don't think they did. . .
At first the changes were subtle. The atmosphere was the same. Old Wisconsin Supper Club. We went mid-week so the lack of a crowd wasn't too much of a surprise - although every time before it had quite a few people in there no matter when we went.
Then we looked at the menu. Seemed like that changed the most. Just didn't have the same items and seemed to be very trimmed down - except for the prices. Those seemed to go up and the level of sophistication with the dishes too. This is fine, but totally not needed at the old Avenue.
The wife and I both got steaks. They were ok - but a bit overdone, a little tough and nothing amazing. This was a disappointment as we were used to that 'why don't we come here more often' feeling in the past.
Service was still decent although I got a Brandy Old Fashion from the bar - and apparently those changed too. (blah). Not good changes - who ever is running this now should figure out how to return to what they were doing the last 20 years and get back to doing it. Not really sure I'll be going back any time soon.