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Ava Restaurant, Tampa, FL

Ava Restaurant

4.6
4.6
2145 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
Ava's menu will feature inspired Italian cuisine prepared in a simple and rustic fashion. Central to our vision will be house cured salumi, fresh hand made pasta and Neapolitan pizza cooked at 900 degrees in our Italian-made Acunto pizza oven. Ingredients will be fresh, seasonal, and local whenever possible.
Ava has limited seating, reservations may be inside or outside. We attempt to accommodate special requests, please let us know what your preference may be in the "add a special request' field. However, we can't guarantee all table requests. We look forward to serving you.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 10:30 am–2:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (813) 512-3030
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    John Lister
  • Neighborhood
    Tampa
  • Cross street
    Howard Ave & Swann
  • Parking details
    Self parking in the Garage.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Ava Thanksgiving Dinner

    $60.00 per person

    Nov 28, 2024 only
    Come join us for Thanksgiving Dinner and more!!! Apps Meatballs beef, pomodoro, parmigiano, basil Bruschetta 17 cherry tomato, onion, burrata, balsamic, basil Truffle Ravioli 20 cauliflower puree, mushroom, melted leeks, brown butter Calamari 22 pomodoro, herb aioli Beef Carpaccio 28 truffle aioli, arugula, crouton Salad Caesar 17 parmesan, croutons Apple & Walnut 17 apples, spiced walnuts, gorgonzola, lemon dressing Secondi Turkey Dinner 60 cranberry, dressing, butter whipped potatoes, creamed greens, honey butternut squash, gravy, salad and dessert Tagliatelle con Funghi 30 House Bolognese 34 Lobster Pasta 42 Prime NY Strip 14oz 60 Grilled Salmon 42 Desserts 12 Tiramisu–Chocolate Torte–Pumpkin Cannoli

What 2,145 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ava Restaurant shines with its "outstanding homemade pasta" and "fantastic service," creating an inviting atmosphere for Italian cuisine lovers. The menu features fresh, flavorful dishes, with highlights like pizza and chicken parm. Guests appreciate the "friendly atmosphere" and excellent brunch options, making Ava a "neighborhood gem" in Tampa.

2,145 Reviews
  1. Rob

    Raleigh

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    One of the worst experiences we have ever had. From the rude hostess team, to the rude waitress. The food came out cold, was thrown across the table not even to the person. We won’t recommend or be back.

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  2. Rick

    Tampa

    72 reviews

    5.0

    72 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service were great! Ava is consistent! Pasta was amazing! Old Fashion was delicious. Highly recommend the bread service. Its special!

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  3. Haylee

    Atlantic City

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food and drinks. Quick service! the bread appetizer was delicious

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  4. Grace

    Tampa

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 14, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The place was clean and atmosphere was nice, but food was not good. Presented very well, but my ravioli was undercooked aswell as the sautéed spinach. Bread service was super greasy. Steak was also undercooked.

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  5. Mariah

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    So good! We had a great time for brunch today - love AVA

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  6. Kathy

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious! Server, Anthony, was terrific.

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  7. Jamie

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Italian food and impeccable service for our party of 6. Will go back for sure.

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  8. Tony

    Baltimore

    417 reviews

    5.0

    417 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good….. salad was huge & we split it & both had more than enough. Chicken parmigiana was very good & the Ravioli was rich & filling! Our server Hanna was outstanding

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  9. Eileen

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visited this restaurant for dinner on Thursday, dinner on Friday and brunch on Sunday. The food is excellent service is beyond compare. I look forward to going back again.

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  10. Kerry

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Mehhh, looks cool in photos. Felt like I was at an Italian Applebees. Won’t be back.

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FAQs

Ava Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now, Postmates and Uber Eats. Ava Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (813) 512-3030.

Ava Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 2145 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 17 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ava Restaurant

718 S. Howard Ave., Tampa, FL 33606

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Howard Ave & Swann
  • Neighborhood
    Tampa
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 10:30 am–2:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Self parking in the Garage.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    John Lister
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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