Osteria Avanti

4.7

966 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

38 Deborah Drive, Leola, PA 17540

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Romantic

Enjoy the casual, rustic Italian cuisine of Osteria Avanti, with indoor & outdoor seating available.

Whether you dine outside on our tree lined seasonal patio or in the warm & cozy atmosphere of our intimate dining room and sophisticated bar, you’re sure to enjoy Osteria Avanti.

Experience Chef ’s carefully selected menu featuring fresh local ingredients, with herbs & produce grown in Chef's garden.
Craft beers, IPAs, specialty cocktails and an impressive wine list are also available.
Osteria is a perfect place for a night out with your significant other or a nice dinner with friends.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch Fri–Sun 1:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(717) 656-8983
Website
http://www.osteriaavanti.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Shanta Ferguson
Catering
Osteria can provide any type of event with amazing food and great service. Our staff will service caterings anywhere from 10 people up to 200 people within 30 miles. Most of our menu items are available in addition to more special request items. There are no time restrictions on when we cater an event and we also offer a wide selection of breakfast and lunch items as well. We cater any event either full service or drop-off. If interested please contact our Director of Sales Kelly Doutt at the restaurant.
Private party facilities
The main dining room at Osteria can be rented out for special occasions up to 24 people. We do ask that any parties larger than 6 order off of our large party menu, which is available to view upon request. We also offer a larger room, our Dietro room, for events up to 40 people. To make the occasion extra special, we offer custom made cakes by our in house pastry chef or a beautiful flower arrangement from our in house florist. Both rooms can be booked 7 days a week 12pm to 10pm (upon availability). Osteria is a great place for any event: birthday, anniversary, business meeting etc. If interested please contact our Director of Sales Kelly Doutt for more details at the restaurant.

Location
38 Deborah Drive, Leola, PA 17540
Neighborhood
Leola
Cross street
Route 23/ Main Street New Holland Ave.
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Assorted Artisan Salami and Cheeses$24.00
with Marinated Olives, Toasted Almonds, Fig Jam
Cut French Fries$12.00
with Herbs and Sea Salt served with Dijonnaise
House-Made Risotto Arancini$11.00
filled with Mozzarella, Lightly Fried, served with Spicy Marinara
Mussels*$18.00
with White Wine, Garlic, Gorgonzola and Red Onion served with Bruschetta
Antipasti Skewers$13.00
Grilled Artichoke Hearts, Cherry Tomatoes, Mozzarella, Kalamata Olives
Scallop and Shrimp$22.00
skewer with Prosciutto, Cranberry Pomegranate finish and Citrus Salad
Sautéed Calamari$19.00
White Wine, Garlic, Onion, Bread Crumb, Jalapeno, Sea Salt and Herbs
Butternut Squash Bisque$12.00
Garnished with Roasted Pumpkin Seeds and Basil Oil
Ossobuco Sliders$14.00
Layered with Crispy Mozzarella, Slaw, and House-Made Marinara

Panini

Black Angus Burger*$20.00
With Lettuce, Garden Tomato, Red Onion, Garlic and Bacon Aioli
BLTA$20.00
Bacon, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Avocados on Focaccia Bread with Basil Aoli, Balsamic Reduction
Chicken Caprese$18.00
on Ciabatta with Balsamic Reduction, Arugula and Basil Aoli
Chicken Salad$16.00
Roasted Chicken with Grapes, Candied Pecans, and Baby Greens on Ciabatta

Insalate

Baby Greens$12.00
served with Red Onion, Tomato, and Balsamic Vinaigrette
Traditional Caesar*$12.00
with Romaine, Anchovies, Radicchio and Red Pepper Oil
Limoncello Salad$23.00
Limoncello Grilled Shrimp, Scallops, Orange Vinaigrette, Pancetta, Dates
Roasted Beet Salad$21.00
Truffle Burrata, Pickled Watermelon Radish, Walnuts, Arugula, Citrus
Crispy Eggplant with Kale Salad$18.00
Lemon, Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes, Smoked Paprika
Beef Carpaccio*$21.00
Thinly Sliced Beef, Arugula, Roasted Pepper, Pecorino, Capers, with Foccacia
Tuna Chickpea Salad$25.00
Seared Tuna, Sauteed Chickpeas, Arugula, Cashews, Onion, Tomato
Twisted Caesar$19.00
Served with Romaine Lettuce, Chicken Salad, Red Fruit, and Candied Pecans
Harvest Salad$22.00
Grilled Chicken, Raisins, Gorgonzola, Candied Pecans, Apples, Balsamic Vinaigrette

Pasti

Shrimp Linguine$25.00
Tomato Brandy Cream Sauce
Meatball Spaghetti$29.00
with House Made Meatball in Sunday Sauce
Cacio e Pepe$22.00
Spaghetti, Pecorino, Parmesan, Garlic, Fennel Fronds
Fettuccini$21.00
with Sundried Tomato Pesto, Basil Oil, Garlic, Grilled Lemon and Bruschetta
Penne$32.00
with Braised Beef, Goat Cheese, Wild Mushrooms, and Wilbur's Dark Chocolate
Zucchini Noodles$26.00
with Grilled Peaches, Heirloom Tomatoes, Wild Mushrooms and Balsamic
Rigatoni$27.00
with Pork Sausage, Crushed Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella Pearls, Garlic, Sea Salt

Entrata

Sicilian Swordfish* In "Aqua Pazza"$32.00
with Sicilian Mint Pesto, Vegetable Risotto
Salmon*$31.00
with Cauliflower Two-ways, Pickled Endive, House-made Romesco
Thick "Bone In" Pork Chop*$40.00
with Orange and Fig Pesto, Grilled Vegetables, Roasted Red Potatoes
8 oz. House Aged Filet Mignon*$55.00
with Port Reduction, Grilled Vegetables, Roasted Red Potatoes
Steak Tips*$33.00
with Onions, Bell Peppers, Wild Mushroom Risotto and Truffle Oil
New York Strip*$38.00
12oz. Served with Grilled Vegetables and Fresh Cut Fries, Basil Butter
Braised Short Rib$42.00
In Chianti, Caramelized Onion Foam, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Garlic Potato Purée
Chicken Breast$33.00
Apple Gorgonzola Sauce, Rustic Stuffing, Grilled Vegetables, and Red Potatoes
Lamb Chop Lollipop$45.00
with Agrodolce, Bell Peppers, Wild Mushroom Risotto and Truffle Oil
Seafood Risotto$34.00
Shrimp, Mussels, Grilled Asparagus and Tin Tin Pesto

Vino Blanc

Prosecco, Jeio$12.00
Friendly and approachable Prosecco with lively fruit
Pinot Grigio, Gaierhof$12.00
A medium bodied white wine with Apple and Pear flavors and a dry finish
Riesling, Leonard Kreusch$12.00
Pear and Meyer Lemon, refreshing acidity to finish
Chardonnay, Dipinti$13.00
An Unoaked Chardonnay with a soft mid-palate and quenching acidity
Pecorino, Jasci$13.00
Bone Dry, Fresh and Well Balanced with Tropical Fruit and Pear notes
Turbiana, Ottella$16.00
Clean and Crisp Northern Italian white with high Citrus and Subtle Minerality
Greco Bianco, Statti$12.00
A Deliciously Drinkable white from Southern Italy. Bright and Refreshing
Moscato d'Asti, Morenco$14.00
Sweet, Bright and Active with Straw Yellow color and Tropical Fruitiness
Sauvignon Blanc, Jean-Marc Crochet$14.00
Full bodied with pronounced aromas, citrus and spicy notes
Rose, Borgo dei Trulli$12.00
Primitivo Rose with Beautiful Citrus Aroma and Refreshing Cherry finish

Vino Rosso

Aglianico, Terradora di Paolo$16.00
A full bodied red wine with deep fruit and a long finish
Cabernet/Sangiovese, Bruni$13.00
Not an overly structured Super Tuscan, but one with ripe fruit and flavor
Chianti Classico, Pigro$12.00
Full and Complex Chianti with lingering aromatics and earthy flair
Nebbiolo, Borgo Lame$15.00
Elegant high-toned florals, long finish, Red Fruit with a rustic sensibility
Pinot Noir, Gaierhof$14.00
Delicate red fruit, a touch of earth and black tea
Nero d'Avola, Purato$12.00
An easy-going dark fruited wine with a lingering peppery finish
Montepulciano, Valle Tritana$12.00
Dry, yet quenching, with a mix of tart and jammy fruit
Cannonau, Costera$14.00
Vibrant Stone fruits provide a Soft mouthfeel, Scent of Cigar and Leather

What 966 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Osteria Avanti offers a delightful dining experience with "outstanding food" and "exceptional service." Guests praise the intimate atmosphere, making it ideal for special occasions. The menu features delectable dishes like short ribs and filet mignon, complemented by a cozy setting and attentive staff. A "must-visit gem" in Lancaster County.

966 Reviews

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Terri
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I absolutely loved the establishment. This was our 1st time visiting Osteria Avanti as well as the Inn at Leola. I booked us a weekend getaway to celebrate my husband's 70th birthday. After we settled into our suite, we decided to grab a few drinks and an appetizer at the bar since our dinner reservations weren't until 7pm. The bartender Eric greeted us right away and welcomed us. Eric was amazing and took excellent care of us. He made the best orange crush according to my husband, LOL. I was also pleased with my marguerita. We give this establishment a Five Star Rating. We look forward to returning in the future.
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John
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Osteria Avanti, was awesome. Service was impeccable and food was very good. They treated us with white gloves . The smoked Maple old-fashioned was fantastic, did I say so was the lollipop lamb chops. Great job!!
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Pete
Hawaii6 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 10, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Uncooked filet and greasy entree for my wife. Food was a real disappointment
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James
Philadelphia4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time visiting. Service by Leah was exemplary. She was pleasant and clearly showed knowledge of the menu and superior training on being a quality server. My wife and I each of different food allergies and Leah along with the kitchen staff took care of us wonderfully. The food was better than we expected and portion sizes larger than anticipated. For us, this will be a perfect place for special occasions.
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Tanner
Philadelphia1 review
5.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We wanted to split a few menu items and the way they brought them out as courses on separate half portion plates made it a fun unique experience! We’ll definitely be back!
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M VIP
Philadelphia10 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love eating at Osteria Avanti! The food is always delicious, the service is excellent, you can actually talk and hear each other which is huge! It is a hidden gem in Lancaster County! Alessandro is the BEST waiter!
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tim
Pittsburgh1 review
5.0
Dined on March 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service both outstanding. We will definitely be back.
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Dominic VIP
Philadelphia9 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very friendly. Great service. Nice quaint place. Beautiful inside. Food was unreal. Would love to go back.
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Dbsr
Philadelphia15 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a very excellent dinner served by waitress Jamara, who also was excellent. Great getaway place.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia5 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, absolutely fantastic service and food!
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Osteria Avanti offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (717) 656-8983.

Osteria Avanti is rated 4.7 stars by 966 OpenTable diners.

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38 Deborah Drive, Leola, PA 17540

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Additional information

Cross street
Route 23/ Main Street New Holland Ave.
Neighborhood
Leola
Hours of operation
Lunch Fri–Sun 1:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Shanta Ferguson
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.osteriaavanti.com/
Phone number
(717) 656-8983
Catering
Osteria can provide any type of event with amazing food and great service. Our staff will service caterings anywhere from 10 people up to 200 people within 30 miles. Most of our menu items are available in addition to more special request items. There are no time restrictions on when we cater an event and we also offer a wide selection of breakfast and lunch items as well. We cater any event either full service or drop-off. If interested please contact our Director of Sales Kelly Doutt at the restaurant.
Private party facilities
The main dining room at Osteria can be rented out for special occasions up to 24 people. We do ask that any parties larger than 6 order off of our large party menu, which is available to view upon request. We also offer a larger room, our Dietro room, for events up to 40 people. To make the occasion extra special, we offer custom made cakes by our in house pastry chef or a beautiful flower arrangement from our in house florist. Both rooms can be booked 7 days a week 12pm to 10pm (upon availability). Osteria is a great place for any event: birthday, anniversary, business meeting etc. If interested please contact our Director of Sales Kelly Doutt for more details at the restaurant.

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Additional information

Seafood Risotto

Harvest Salad

Scallop and Shrimp

Antipasti

Assorted Artisan Salami and Cheeses$24.00

Cut French Fries$12.00

House-Made Risotto Arancini$11.00

Mussels*$18.00

Antipasti Skewers$13.00

Scallop and Shrimp$22.00

Sautéed Calamari$19.00

Butternut Squash Bisque$12.00

Ossobuco Sliders$14.00

Panini

Black Angus Burger*$20.00

BLTA$20.00

Chicken Caprese$18.00

Chicken Salad$16.00

Insalate

Baby Greens$12.00

Traditional Caesar*$12.00

Limoncello Salad$23.00

Roasted Beet Salad$21.00

Crispy Eggplant with Kale Salad$18.00

Beef Carpaccio*$21.00

Tuna Chickpea Salad$25.00

Twisted Caesar$19.00

Harvest Salad$22.00

Pasti

Shrimp Linguine$25.00

Meatball Spaghetti$29.00

Cacio e Pepe$22.00

Fettuccini$21.00

Penne$32.00

Zucchini Noodles$26.00

Rigatoni$27.00

Entrata

Sicilian Swordfish* In "Aqua Pazza"$32.00

Salmon*$31.00

Thick "Bone In" Pork Chop*$40.00

8 oz. House Aged Filet Mignon*$55.00

Steak Tips*$33.00

New York Strip*$38.00

Braised Short Rib$42.00

Chicken Breast$33.00

Lamb Chop Lollipop$45.00

Seafood Risotto$34.00

Vino Blanc

Prosecco, Jeio$12.00

Pinot Grigio, Gaierhof$12.00

Riesling, Leonard Kreusch$12.00

Chardonnay, Dipinti$13.00

Pecorino, Jasci$13.00

Turbiana, Ottella$16.00

Greco Bianco, Statti$12.00

Moscato d'Asti, Morenco$14.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Jean-Marc Crochet$14.00

Rose, Borgo dei Trulli$12.00

Vino Rosso