I admit I only went to the original Avenue Bar once so I can't do a comparison and I don't think I would want to. This is a reinvention based on what the new owners wanted to do. I've been wanting to eat here since it became a Food Fight restaurant and finally made it last night with my husband and friends of ours. We were all pleasantly surprised at our meals. We loved the atmosphere as we are all old enough to remember the traditional supper club. The Avenue Club just feels comfy and welcoming. My husband had the fish and he said it was very good, the fish was flaky and not greasy. I had the Cali Chicken burger and it was flavorful. I also had their tomato soup w/chicken. It had a nice little kick to it. My girlfriend had it also and she is not a big fan of spicy food but the soup was just right for her tastes. Her husband and the BBQ and pasta. He said it had a bit much BBQ sauce but overall it was very good. We'll be back again to try other things on the menu.