Cafe Avanti Restaurant

4.9

705 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

Established in 1989, Cafe Avanti is in a league of its own. Fine traditional Italian cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. It's family owned and operated, and home away from home for Miami Beach locals. The staff is welcoming and hospitable, and are sure to make you feel like a regular even as a first time guest. Chef Constantino Cadavid has been at the helm of Cafe Avanti for over 21 years. It's reputation for consistency is like no other. From veal meatballs and tuna tartare, to osso bucco and frutta di mare, every dish is absolutely decadent. Desserts are homemade & the ricotta cheesecake is the best you will ever have. Parking is easy and meters are turned off at 6pm. Whether you sit at the bar, cozy brick room, a romantic table by the window, or have a large party, Cafe Avanti will provide you with the perfect experience that you are looking for.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:30 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–23:00
Phone number
(305) 538-4400
Website
http://www.cafeavanti.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Constantino Cadavid
Private party facilities
Cafe Avanti hosts parties of up to 100 people. There is a private dining room that accommodates up to 40 guests, and a semi private dining room for 16.

Location
732 41st Street, Miami Beach, FL 33140
Area
South Beach
Cross Street
Between Chase & Prarie Ave on Arthur Godfrey Rd
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Antipasto rusticoUS$12.00
Assorted dry italian meats & imported cheese.
Beet tartare with goat cheeseUS$12.00
Carpaccio di manzoUS$12.00
Sliced filet mignon topped with arugula & parmesan.
Carpaccio di salmoneUS$12.00
Sliced salmon, shaved fennel, lemon & capers.
CapreseUS$12.00
Fresh mozzarella,beefsteak tomato&basil with a balsamic reduction.
Calamari frittiUS$12.00
Deep fried calamari to crispy served with marinara sauce.
Vongole oreganateUS$12.00
Fresh clams baked with seasoned bread crumbs.
CarciofiUS$12.00
Whole artichoke stuffed with seasoned bread crumbs.
Polpette homemade veal meatballsUS$12.00

Antipasti Del Mare

Black grouper cevicheUS$15.00
Lemon, onions, red peppers.
Tuna tartareUS$15.00
Onions, capers, ginger, lemon & cilantro, with garlic croutons.
Crab cakesUS$15.00
2 to an order, italian style over marinara.
Mussels marinaraUS$15.00
Mediterranean mussels in a marinara sofrito.
OctopusUS$15.00
Grilled, with warm olive oil.
Jumbo lump crabmeat cocktailUS$15.00
With mustard sauce.
Jumbo shrimp cocktailUS$15.00
3 to an order, with cocktail sauce.

Pasta

Capelli d'angeloUS$16.00
Angel hair with tomato & basil.
Pappardelle bologneseUS$16.00
Wide noodles with meat sauce.
Spaghetti con polpetteUS$16.00
Spagetti with veal meatballs in marinara.
Rigatoni calabreseUS$16.00
Shiitake mushrooms & sausage.
Linguine carbonaraUS$16.00
Pancetta bacon & cream sauce.
Penne broccoliUS$16.00
Sauteed with garlic & oil.
Fettuccine alfredoUS$16.00
Cream sauce & cheese.

Della Casa

RavioliUS$18.00
With ricotta cheese & spinach.
Lasagne bologneseUS$18.00
Meat sauce & ricotta cheese.
CannelloniUS$18.00
Rolled fresh crepe with veal & spinach ricotta.
Tortellini capriccioUS$18.00
Cream, prosciutto, mushrooms & cheese.
Rollatini di melanzaneUS$18.00
Eggplant baked with ricotta cheese & tomato sauce.
Gnocchi al pestoUS$18.00
Homemade potato dumplings with Fresh basil sauce.

Arborio Risotti

Funghi porcini & asparagiUS$24.00
Di aragosta (lobster)US$32.00

Pasta Con Frutti Di Mare

Ravioli di aragostaUS$23.00
Homemade lobster ravioli in a pink sauce with caviar.
Cozze marinaraUS$23.00
Fresh mussels over spaghetini in a marinara sofrito.
Linguine con vongoleUS$23.00
Little neck clams in a garlic clam broth.
Gamberoni fra diavoloUS$23.00
Spicy gulf shrimp over linguine.
Frutti di mareUS$23.00
Fresh tagliatelle with seafood in tomato sauce.
Bucatini gamberoniUS$23.00
Shrimp, leeks, sundried tomatoes .

Pesce Del Giorno

Fresh fish of the day
- Market Price

Pollo

Parmigiano di polloUS$18.00
Topped with mozzarella cheese& tomato sauce.
Pollo fiorentinaUS$18.00
Sauteed with lemon & white wine served over spinach.
Pollo avantiUS$18.00
Topped with prosciutto, eggplant & mozzarella in a light brown gravy sauce.

Vitello

Lombata di vitelloUS$21.00
Veal cutlet milanese topped with chopped fresh green salad.
Vitello marsalaUS$21.00
Veal scaloppini with Shiitake mushrooms & marsala wine.
Vitello piccataUS$21.00
Veal scaloppini with a lemon, White wine & butter sauce.

Della Griglia

Bistecca fiorentinaUS$32.00
16 oz. new york sirloin marinated in olive oil, rosemary & garlic served over sauteed spinach & onions.
Costelette di agnelloUS$40.00
Domestic colorado lamb chops marinated & grilled.
Costelette di maialeUS$27.00
Grilled double cut, bone-in pork chop.
Costelette di vitelloUS$37.00
Lightly marinated & grilled center cut, bone-in veal chop.
Salmone grigliatoUS$25.00
Grilled center cut norwegian salmon.
PolastrelloUS$24.00
Whole grilled baby chicken with a garlic & white wine sauce.

Contorni

Spinaci & funghiUS$6.00
Sauteed spinach & mushrooms.
Patate alla costaUS$6.00
Sliced potatoes sauteed with onions until crispy Asparagi au gratin Fresh asparagus with melted reggiano cheese.
FagioliniUS$6.00
Sauteed string beans.
Cannellini beansUS$6.00
Sauteed in warm olive oil with chopped red pepper & onion.

Weekly Specials

Monday-whole branzinoUS$35.00
Herb roasted with potatoes, tomatoes & olives.
Tuesday-seabassUS$30.00
With white wine, capers & mushrooms.
Wednesday-valdostanaUS$40.00
Stuffed veal chop with prosciutto & fontina.
Thursday-dover soleUS$45.00
Classically served, boned tableside.
Friday-lobster diavoloUS$32.00
Spicy maine lobster over spaghetti.
Saturday & sunday
Osso bucco 40 slowly cooked veal shank, in its own brown gravy over fettuccini.

What 705 people are saying

Cafe Avanti Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cafe Avanti is a cherished Miami Beach gem loved by locals for its "amazing food" and "great service." Known for its "neighborhood vibe" and "friendly staff," this Italian eatery offers generous portions and a welcoming atmosphere. The "delicious" menu features classic dishes like veal marsala and salmon, making it a must-visit spot.

705 Reviews

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Andres VIP
Miami16 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
This is an amazing local Italian restaurant that is a must try for Miami Beach. The owners have been there for over 35 years so you know it has to be good. Sometimes it is a little loud which makes it hard to have conversations over dinner. BUT it is a must try.
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Paula
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our first time at this local restaurant that was above our expectations; simply perfect. Convenient, clean, welcoming staff, attentive & informative waiter, and diverse menu produced delicious food. Wonderful experience.
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Douglas J VIP
Miami26 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food. Large portions. Very friendly service. Great atmosphere.
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Lowella VIP
Miami35 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Cafe Avanti is always perfect!! A perfect neighborhood restaurant that most Miami Beach locals feel welcome and comfortable The food is consistently good the waitstaff professional and reasonable prices
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Tom VIP
Pittsburgh71 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We enjoyed the service provided in a beautifully decorated dining room. The food was excellent as well as the recommendations. Conveniently located near our hotel.
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Andrew
New York City7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Classic Italian. Reliable and consistently good with friendly wait staff.
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Henri
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently delicious, Cafe Avanti is the perfect neighborhood restaurant. Great Italian dishes and seafood.
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Tony
Miami109 reviews
3.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I think I needed to skip this restaurant for Valentine’s Day. Inflated prices,; unreasonably priced wines. As an Italian-American I was not impressed with the taste of the tomato sauce. Oh well. I’ll give it another try… sometime.
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Marcel
Fort Lauderdale4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been to this restaurant a few times and it is always outstanding. The food is great and the staff is incredible. It is a must for us whenever we are in the area.
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Janet VIP
Miami7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food great service and great atmosphere …we’re never disappointed
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FAQs

Cafe Avanti Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Cafe Avanti Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (305) 538-4400.

Cafe Avanti Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 705 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

732 41st Street, Miami Beach, FL 33140

Additional information

Cross Street
Between Chase & Prarie Ave on Arthur Godfrey Rd
Area
South Beach
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:30 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–23:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Constantino Cadavid
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.cafeavanti.com/
Phone number
(305) 538-4400
Private party facilities
Cafe Avanti hosts parties of up to 100 people. There is a private dining room that accommodates up to 40 guests, and a semi private dining room for 16.

Cafe Avanti Restaurant

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Zuppa

MinestroneUS$6.00

StraciatellaUS$6.00

Pasta fagioliUS$6.00

Tortellini in BrodoUS$6.00

Insalate

ArugulaUS$9.00

CeasareUS$9.00

AvantiUS$9.00

Antipasti Clasici

Antipasto rusticoUS$12.00

Beet tartare with goat cheeseUS$12.00

Carpaccio di manzoUS$12.00

Carpaccio di salmoneUS$12.00

CapreseUS$12.00

Calamari frittiUS$12.00

Vongole oreganateUS$12.00

CarciofiUS$12.00

Polpette homemade veal meatballsUS$12.00

Antipasti Del Mare

Black grouper cevicheUS$15.00

Tuna tartareUS$15.00

Crab cakesUS$15.00

Mussels marinaraUS$15.00

OctopusUS$15.00

Jumbo lump crabmeat cocktailUS$15.00

Jumbo shrimp cocktailUS$15.00

Pasta

Capelli d'angeloUS$16.00

Pappardelle bologneseUS$16.00

Spaghetti con polpetteUS$16.00

Rigatoni calabreseUS$16.00

Linguine carbonaraUS$16.00

Penne broccoliUS$16.00

Fettuccine alfredoUS$16.00

Della Casa

RavioliUS$18.00

Lasagne bologneseUS$18.00

CannelloniUS$18.00

Tortellini capriccioUS$18.00

Rollatini di melanzaneUS$18.00

Gnocchi al pestoUS$18.00

Arborio Risotti

Funghi porcini & asparagiUS$24.00

Di aragosta (lobster)US$32.00

Pasta Con Frutti Di Mare

Ravioli di aragostaUS$23.00

Cozze marinaraUS$23.00

Linguine con vongoleUS$23.00

Gamberoni fra diavoloUS$23.00

Frutti di mareUS$23.00

Bucatini gamberoniUS$23.00

Pesce Del Giorno

Fresh fish of the day

Pollo

Parmigiano di polloUS$18.00

Pollo fiorentinaUS$18.00

Pollo avantiUS$18.00

Vitello

Lombata di vitelloUS$21.00

Vitello marsalaUS$21.00

Vitello piccataUS$21.00

Della Griglia

Bistecca fiorentinaUS$32.00

Costelette di agnelloUS$40.00

Costelette di maialeUS$27.00

Costelette di vitelloUS$37.00

Salmone grigliatoUS$25.00

PolastrelloUS$24.00

Contorni

Spinaci & funghiUS$6.00

Patate alla costaUS$6.00

FagioliniUS$6.00

Cannellini beansUS$6.00

Weekly Specials