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Avellino

4.7
4.7
1021 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
Avellino offers traditional, homemade Italian cuisine in a setting that unites old and new for a truly memorable experience.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 10 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–8:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (508) 347-2321

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Enrico Giovanello

  • Catering

    Avellino chefs believe the small details matter. When we host your party or event, you will enjoy superbly prepared cuisine and personalized service from our professional staff. Select from among our menus — from a casual buffet to a formal sit down dinner, an intimate party to a gathering of 50 friends or associates, we offer something for everyone's tastes and needs.

  • Private party facilities

    Call us directly for catering and banquet inquiries.

  • Private party contact

    Dawn Ryan: (508) 347-2321

  • Neighborhood

    Sturbridge

  • Cross street

    Route 20

  • Parking details

    Well lit private parking lot located to the rear of the building. Free valet parking is provided on Friday & Saturday evenings.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,021 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central MA

    Best Overall

  • Central MA

    Best Service

  • Central MA

    Best Ambiance

  • Central MA

    Good for business meals

  • Central MA

    Great for fine wines

  • Central MA

    Romantic

  • Central MA

    Good for special occasions

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  1. MarkF

    New England

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Food presentation was not great. Food quality was good. Server was adequate but not overly helpful. Overall experience not as good as past visits.
  2. DaveC

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent. Our server was very professional, knowing when we needed service and when to respect our privacy. It was a great evening to celebrate a birthday.
  3. LinSue

    New England

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We arrived with a reservation and were taken to our table within minutes, a well lit room with windows. It was a very nice atmosphere and there were cloth tablecloths and napkins. Our waitress was very pleasant and attentive. The appetizers were brought out timely and hot. The wine was good and we requested stemware instead of the stemless. The beer was cold and frothy. Dinners were served after the appetizers and filets were cooked perfectly med/rare. There was a crash at the end from an unbalanced serving tray but it was all cleaned up quickly and everyone took it in stride. It was a wonderful day and I would highly recommend it to friends and family!
  4. Polishpen

    New England

    39 reviews

    4.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Our meals were delicious, service was very good, overall a nice time.
  5. brucem

    New England

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Food and service has always been 5 star, but this time the pasta in the Bolognese was overcooked, a little mushy, but overall a good dish.
  6. JoeT

    New England

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food, as always, was terrific. Our server, Danny Duggan was an absolute prince who took wonderful care of us.
  7. BobM

    New England

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The whole experience was, once again, exceptional and hi-lighted by Dan our waiter.
  8. Packard40

    New England

    98 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    98 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great restaurant in Sturbridge Mass. Food was wonderful great menu. Wine good and reasonably priced. Atmosphere is beautiful with all the windows in the dining area.
  9. Mary

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food , atmosphere and really good service. Thank you Dan
  10. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Third time here and excellent again. Very good, not rushed and just an enjoyable evening.
  11. GetLA

    New England

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    The food was wonderful. Very unique spot with a casual vibe but upscale food. The value was pretty decent as well for what you get.
  12. LizS

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    We had to wait 30 minutes with our reservation but understand it was the later seating on Easter. It was well worth the wait! The food and servers were wonderful. Thank you to Elijah in particular for his professional and kind service.
  13. GregB

    New England

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    At first we were caught a little off guard, as we weren't aware of the limited menu for Easter, and saw that some choices from the regular menu we were looking forward to were not available. But our server was great, the choices we made were solid, and we enjoyed every moment and every bite. My wife especially loved the Warm Buratta appetizer. We both enjoyed the salad, especially the dressing, and our servings of prime rib were huge, yet cooked just right. And the caramel banana cheesecake was delicious. We look forward to a return visit to try to regular menu soon.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent the service was great that’s our 3rd time there we will be back
  15. Todd

    New England

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food, staff, drinks, and ambience is always great.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Naples

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thank you, we had a very nice birthday dinner for my mother-in-law. The staff was kind and generous with their time particularly because I brought two cakes! The food was delicious the service was great the wine was exceptional.
  17. Foodie

    New England

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server, Dan made this dining experience special. He’s very professional and knowledgeable of the dishes. He’s an asset to any establishment! Food was awesome from the appetizer to dessert. Don’t wait to try this gem!
  18. DaveW

    New England

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    The food was good, the service was quick, and the room was lovely. However, since the room was relatively empty, one other table when we arrived, why were we all corralled into one area? We could clearly hear the conversations at other tables.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Well, my date was an hour late, and I have to say that was fine. The restaurant is beautiful, such a nice ambience, and my waiter was so incredibly kind!! After a half hour of waiting I ordered myself an amazing surf and turf meal which made me very happy!!! I probably would have enjoyed my meal more but the inconsiderate jerk showed up and I packed up the rest of my meal to take home. I would definitely love to go back with a proper date next time and enjoy the whole experience
  20. TraceyR

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another fantastic dinner at Avelinos! Service was amazing as always.
  21. AllisonH

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is always excellent! We come home with leftovers every time we eat here. Spectacular menu and specials. Drinks are out of this world along with desserts (that we end up taking home)!
  22. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was absolutely perfect! Our server Noelle was awesome!!! So polite and attentive! She definitely brought our dining experience to the next level up. Definitely 5 stars for Noelle. Looking forward to dining there again soon.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Valentine’s Day date night
  24. Calisue

    New England

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent as always!
  25. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Birthday dinner
  26. Terry

    New York Area

    67 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Dan was awesome. Short ribs and risotto were great. Dessert of ice cream stuffed pop over was a thing of beauty.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Everything was great! I find all restaurants expensive these days, but everything we ordered was fresh and delicious. Our server was excellent and very accommodating to any menu changes we asked for. Second time there and we would definitely go there again! No complaints.
  28. userchick

    New England

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious, the waiter was very attentive but not overbearing, and the drinks were well balanced. We can't wait to go back!
  29. PaulS

    New England

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was exceptional and the service was incredible Dan was courteous and professional and friendly
  30. KimD

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Our first time there. Being New Year's Eve, we expected it to be not so great. Food was very good, but the meatballs were only warm not hot and the risotto was not so great. Our waiter Dan was exceptional. The gals tending the bar were very friendly and drinks are great. Would definitely recommend this restaurant to everyone and will go back.
  31. Laura

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Noelle was our server. She was amazing. Everything was top notch!!
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Westmeath

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious, waitress was awesome
  33. AliceL

    New England

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on December 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It had been years since I had been to Avellino’s. I live in Worcester where there are excellent restaurants and it is in Sturbridge. Still, I decided to check it out for someplace different. Rarely is halibut on a menu. My dining partner said it was superb. I had short ribs. They also were excellent.I hadn’t paid attention to the prices but when the bill came I as honestly shocked. I expect to return soon.
  34. AlanG

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Probably one of the best meals at a restaurant in years.
  35. Daoust85

    New England

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an excellent girls night here. The menu and cocktails are wonderful. Everyone raved over their entrees as well. Excellent night!
  36. Pete

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great place in Sturbridge. Excellent Bolognese. Large portions. Great server too.
  37. Great

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    As usual the service and food was great, we go 4 - 5 times a year and always enjoy it.
  38. Skibumn

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2022

    overall4food2service4ambience4
    I’ve loved avellinos and the duck. It has always been a place that my fiancé and I have gone to in the area. However, we feel the quality of food has diminished over the last year. I ordered the risotto with butternut squash and chicken which tasted like boiled white rice with uncooked butternut squash. Couldn’t taste any seasoning or cooking wine. Needless to say it made it very difficult to eat. My fiancé had the vegetable gnocchi which was good, but not the best dish we have had. Definitely seasoned and cooked better than the risotto.
  39. DCRF

    New England

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were excellent. Great place to meet friends and catch up, we never felt rushed.
  40. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2022

    overall2food1service3ambience3
    Not a great experience as the risotto taste more like a ball or rice , I ordered mushroom truffle risotto, we couldn’t taste any truffle, mushrooms I counted 4 pieces and no cheese , very disappointed so was my friends … my salmon I asked for medium rare they brought me a overcooked piece of salmon, I asked for a new one , they didn’t bring the way I want it but no taste whatsoever, like blend … would not go there again !!

FAQs

Avellino offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (508) 347-2321.

Avellino is rated 4.7 stars by 1021 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 10 times today
Google Map for Avellino

502 Main Street, Sturbridge, MA 1518

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Route 20

  • Neighborhood

    Sturbridge

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–8:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Well lit private parking lot located to the rear of the building. Free valet parking is provided on Friday & Saturday evenings.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Enrico Giovanello

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (508) 347-2321

  • Catering

    Avellino chefs believe the small details matter. When we host your party or event, you will enjoy superbly prepared cuisine and personalized service from our professional staff. Select from among our menus — from a casual buffet to a formal sit down dinner, an intimate party to a gathering of 50 friends or associates, we offer something for everyone's tastes and needs.

  • Private party facilities

    Call us directly for catering and banquet inquiries.

  • Private party contact

    Dawn Ryan: (508) 347-2321

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