COVID-19 Update: We are implementing all safety measures outlined by the Mayor to ensure we keep our customers and staff safe. We are so proud to call New Orleans our home, and can’t wait to see all of our amazing friends back in the dining room.
Avo is a regional Italian restaurant from New Orleans-born chef, Nick Lama, a third-generation Sicilian. Avo is an Italian word that translates as grandfather or ancestor. The name is both deliberate and meaningful. The menu at Avo is inspired by his family’s recipes but served with a fresh perspective. Classics like meatballs and lasagna are standards, with inventive takes on dishes like the grilled octopus. While the food is Italian-focused, many ingredients are Southern-grown and locally harvested.
Chef Nick Lama has competed on Bravo’s Top Chef Masters series, “Battle of the Sous Chefs“, Top Chef New Orleans series, “Padma’s Picks” and won Gambit’s Emerging Chefs Challenge. He has also appeared on The Today Show with Hoda & Kathie Lee. Avo has won numerous awards in the short time it’s been open, including Italian Restaurant of the Year from New Orleans Magazine.
All menu items are subject to change based on seasonality and availability. Please be prepared to wear a face-covering when entering, exiting, or moving throughout the building.
APPETIZERS
Meatballs Pork & Beef Meatballs, Fontina, Gremolata
Charred Octopus Black Garlic, Pineapple, Calabrian Chili Glaze
Fried Eggplant Eggplant ‘Meatballs”, Whipped Ricotta, Basil, Cherry Tomato
Caprese Salad Tomatoes, Mozzarella, Basil Pistachio Pesto, Aged Balsamic
Caesar Salad Kale, Brussels Sprouts, Pine Nut, Pecorino
Arancini Mozzarella + Parmesan Stuffed Risotto, Tomato-Basil Sauce, Gremolata
Fried Calamari Tomato Sugo, Peperoncino, Charred Lemon
Wedge Salad Bleu Cheese, Bacon, Tomato, Fried Onions
PASTA
Lasagna Short Rib Ragu, San Marzano Tomato, Béchamel
Shells Pork + Beef Bolognese, Gremolata
Crawfish Ravioli Ricotta + Mozzarella Stuffed Ravioli, Crawfish Tails, White Wine-Garlic Sauce
Rigatoni Alla Vodka Lobster, Basil, Creamy Tomato Sauce
MAINS
8oz Filet Marsala Mushrooms, Roasted Garlic
Osso Buco Roasted Veal Shank with Mascarpone Polenta
Short Rib Marsala Mushrooms, Whipped Potatoes
Grilled Gulf Fish Picatta Charred Green Beans, Sesame-Chili Vinaigrette
Chicken Parmesan Capellini, Tomato Sugo
SIDES
Brussels Sprouts Pancetta Vinaigrette, Pickled Red Onion
Grilled Asparagus Lemon, Parmesan
Charred Broccoli Harissa, Whipped Feta
Garlic Whipped Potatoes
Charred Green Beans Sesame-Chili Vinaigrette
Roasted Mushrooms Garlic-Marsala
Side of Pasta Capellini with choice of Tomato-Basil or White Wine Sauce
All menu items are subject to change based on seasonality and availability.
Coppetta, “Italian Sundae” (not offered to-go)
Vanilla & Pistachio Gelato, Chocolate Crunch, Butterscotch, Fudge Sauce, Pizzelle Cookie
Affogato (not offered to-go)
Vanilla Gelato, Espresso
Zeppole (not offered to-go)
Chocolate Hazelnut Fudge, Pistachio Ice Cream
Gelato (not offered to-go)
Daily Selection
Tiramisu
Espresso Ladyfingers, Mascarpone, Cocoa
Cheesecake
Mascarpone, Blueberries, Whipped Cream
Cocktails $6
Primavera Fever
Blanco Tequila, Elderflower, Fresh Lime
Pecan Old Fashioned
Cathead Pecan, Orange Bitters, Cherry
Vesper
London Dry Gin, Vodka, Cocchi Americano, Lemon
Classic Manhattan
Bourbon, Sweet Vermouth, Bitters
Lavender French 75
Gin, Lemon, Lavender, Prosecco
Honeysuckle Spritz
Cathead Honeysuckle, Blood Orange, Prosecco Rosé
Snacks
Fried Calamari $7
Chili Pepper, Parsley, Lemon
Brussels Sprouts $5
Pancetta Vinaigrette, Pickled Red Onions
Charred Broccoli $5
Whipped Feta, Green Harissa
Fried Artichoke $7
Lemon-caper Aioli, Gremolata
Fried Cauliflower $5
Romesco
Pastas $9
Cacio E Pepe
Black Pepper, Parmesan
Carbonara Pasta
Bacon, Parmesan, Egg
Aglio Olio e Peperoncino
Garlic, Olive Oil, Calabrian Chiles
Amatriciana
Tomatoes, Guanciale, Red Pepper, Parmesan
House Wines $6
Classic Cocktails $6
Beer $4
To order takeout, click here or call 504-509-6550.
Our newly renovated dining room is the perfect backdrop for intimate and safe get-togethers. For more information about a private lunch, dinner or group event at Avo, please email info@restaurantavo.com or call 504.509.6550.
GENERAL
P: 504.509.6550
E: info@restaurantavo.com
We do not accept reservations at the above email address.
DINE-IN & TO GO
TUES-SAT 5PM-8PM
To Make a Reservation, Click Here or Call 504.509.6550
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PARKING
Street parking only.
Please be mindful of our neighbors.
LOCATION
5908 MAGAZINE ST {BTWN NASHVILLE & STATE} | NOLA
Dine-In & To Go » Tues-Sat 5pm-8pm
To Make a Reservation, Click Here or Call 504.509.6550