It's a throw back to a scene in the Sopranos! And the food is authentic Italian!! I went with my girlfriend who is Italian and grew up with homemade authentic Italian food and she said it was outstanding food! I agree! We had gnocchi, perfectly cooked, pasta with vodka sauce, perfectly cooked, and shrimp cocktail which was very tasty.
Then we had the meat lasagna and ossobucco which were excellent. For dessert the chocolate mousse was very good.
The waiter, Jon, was a delight! Knowledgable about menu, wine and just fun to talk to. Btw this is one of only a handful of restaurants that allow a corking fee. Most of the other Italian restaurant we called for reservations didn't provide this service.
I recommend Avanti!! Food, service and atmosphere make for a fun night!