The service is great, the ambiance is marred by how popular the place is and the music. If you have any hearing difficulties and/or want good conversations, you might want to go elsewhere. The food is great but if you have IBS like I do I recommend the lighter sauces as in their spaghetti with tomato sauce. You could also eat a smaller portion and take the rest home. The servings are huge and I like to eat a lot!!!
Erin R.
The host was very friendly, and accommodating. But we had to wait 30 minutes, which was surprising because there were several open tables. Once seated, our waitress approached us with obvious distain. It was if our presence offended her, and we were an inconvenience. No niceties were exchanged. She took our drink order and disappeared. Eventually, my husband received the wrong beer, and my sangria was lukewarm. But asking our waitress for ice seemed ill advised, as her overall demeanor led us to believe she didn't like her job, and cared even less about our wellbeing. Every drink and food item was slammed on the table. The waitress' attitude failed to improve despite attempts at conversation. The food was decent, although the piccata was overly peppered. I doubt we will be back. As a former Blacksburg waitress for many years, I know you can have bad nights but as we walked out we saw said waitress laughing it up with her peers. She needs to learn the concept of service.
Lorena Egusquiza
Excellent. Our server was amazing and we had a great time. The food and drinks were great. Will come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Liz Symionow
Really good food. Portions are really big.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Deni D.
For the life of me, I can't understand the glowing reviews for this restaurant. I live within walking distance and believe me, I wish it were as good as the reviews would make one think. I've been there with friends several times in the last couple of years, so this review isn't for one visit. I keep hoping to have a better experience, but it never happens. I know we don't have a lot of good restaurant options in Blacksburg, but there are many better than this one. Firstly, the service, though friendly, is not professional at all. There are many simple things that are forgotten, or the wrong food is put in front of the wrong diner. The wine glasses are often spotty, and the pours are all over the place. And wait times, once seated can be long. As for the food, what decent Italian restaurant can't make eggplant? I love eggplant, and it's hard not to please me with an eggplant dish, but Avellinos manages to disappoint me every time. The eggplant is cut too thick and not cooked long enough. This is true whether it is in eggplant parm or on a pizza. And the pizza is just not that great. The crust is tough and the toppings spare. The red sauce needs work. It doesn't have that depth that one would expect, and everything is too garlicky, and I like garlic. Anyway, I really wish Avellinos would get its act together. But I guess in this town without much competition, a mediocre place can continue to operate.
Chip
Great Italian restaurant at the First and Main Shopping Center. Good salads (get the Greek), flavorful chicken Saltimboca, and NY style pizzas. The portions are somewhat large. Recommended.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Greek Salad
Cecily Brown
I went here the first time a few days ago. Today, when it was one of 4 choices, it was a no-brainer. Excellent food, good bread and garlicky oil dip. I've had the lunch special 2x, for $10.95 + tax. I've gotten enough food for 3 meals for myself. The gnooci are soft and pillowy just like they're supposed to be, and you get your choice of any of their sauces. The carbinara sauce with prosciutto is outstanding, and you get your choice of pasta with it. I don't know how they can manage so much good food for the lunch special price. But you've got to try it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gnocchi, Greek Salad
Jeff Bowman
The food is great and very well priced. You get more than your money's worth. We try to go there as often as we can.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marijana R.
Food and service good. Would be good if they added more gluten free options. Need to refinish the table tops or put down table clothes
Mister V
Everything was awesome! Our server Helen was great! I really hope she has a fantastic birthday tomorrow!
Food is tasty Italian fare service is good and the are staffed up to meet the dema d.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage
John Lynch
This is our "go to" place for dinner when we're in town. We had a party of 7 on a Saturday night and they were able to seat us pretty quickly. The menu is large with everything from appetizers, to sandwiches, to full entrees, and deserts. I had the steak paisano, and it was prepared to a perfect hot pink medium, and topped with a very tasty assortment of onions, mushrooms, blue cheese, and served with pasta and mixed vegetables. Others had the salmon, chicken, and pasta. All meals came out quickly and were hot and full of flavor.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Steven M.
Best Italian in town! Their menu is full of classic dishes made with fresh ingredients. The wine selection is great. Service is also top-notch! Whether you just have a craving for Italian or you're celebrating a specific occasion, this place won't disappoint! Highly recommend!
Jern Fern
Food here is great and the portions are enough to take some home. Haven’t been disappointed with any of their menu options yet. Best Italian food I’ve tried in Blacksburg so far.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Keith Womble
Everything I have had on the expansive menu has been excellent. The pizza is the best in town.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nonna's Pasta Fagioli, Italian Combo, Alfredo, Soup, Sausage, Steak, Caesar Salad
The service is great, the ambiance is marred by how popular the place is and the music. If you have any hearing difficulties and/or want good conversations, you might want to go elsewhere. The food is great but if you have IBS like I do I recommend the lighter sauces as in their spaghetti with tomato sauce. You could also eat a smaller portion and take the rest home. The servings are huge and I like to eat a lot!!!
The host was very friendly, and accommodating. But we had to wait 30 minutes, which was surprising because there were several open tables. Once seated, our waitress approached us with obvious distain. It was if our presence offended her, and we were an inconvenience. No niceties were exchanged. She took our drink order and disappeared. Eventually, my husband received the wrong beer, and my sangria was lukewarm. But asking our waitress for ice seemed ill advised, as her overall demeanor led us to believe she didn't like her job, and cared even less about our wellbeing. Every drink and food item was slammed on the table. The waitress' attitude failed to improve despite attempts at conversation. The food was decent, although the piccata was overly peppered. I doubt we will be back. As a former Blacksburg waitress for many years, I know you can have bad nights but as we walked out we saw said waitress laughing it up with her peers. She needs to learn the concept of service.
Excellent. Our server was amazing and we had a great time. The food and drinks were great. Will come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really good food. Portions are really big.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
For the life of me, I can't understand the glowing reviews for this restaurant. I live within walking distance and believe me, I wish it were as good as the reviews would make one think. I've been there with friends several times in the last couple of years, so this review isn't for one visit. I keep hoping to have a better experience, but it never happens. I know we don't have a lot of good restaurant options in Blacksburg, but there are many better than this one. Firstly, the service, though friendly, is not professional at all. There are many simple things that are forgotten, or the wrong food is put in front of the wrong diner. The wine glasses are often spotty, and the pours are all over the place. And wait times, once seated can be long. As for the food, what decent Italian restaurant can't make eggplant? I love eggplant, and it's hard not to please me with an eggplant dish, but Avellinos manages to disappoint me every time. The eggplant is cut too thick and not cooked long enough. This is true whether it is in eggplant parm or on a pizza. And the pizza is just not that great. The crust is tough and the toppings spare. The red sauce needs work. It doesn't have that depth that one would expect, and everything is too garlicky, and I like garlic. Anyway, I really wish Avellinos would get its act together. But I guess in this town without much competition, a mediocre place can continue to operate.
Great Italian restaurant at the First and Main Shopping Center. Good salads (get the Greek), flavorful chicken Saltimboca, and NY style pizzas. The portions are somewhat large. Recommended.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Greek Salad
I went here the first time a few days ago. Today, when it was one of 4 choices, it was a no-brainer. Excellent food, good bread and garlicky oil dip. I've had the lunch special 2x, for $10.95 + tax. I've gotten enough food for 3 meals for myself. The gnooci are soft and pillowy just like they're supposed to be, and you get your choice of any of their sauces. The carbinara sauce with prosciutto is outstanding, and you get your choice of pasta with it. I don't know how they can manage so much good food for the lunch special price. But you've got to try it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gnocchi, Greek Salad
The food is great and very well priced. You get more than your money's worth. We try to go there as often as we can.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food and service good. Would be good if they added more gluten free options. Need to refinish the table tops or put down table clothes
Everything was awesome! Our server Helen was great! I really hope she has a fantastic birthday tomorrow!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Food is tasty Italian fare service is good and the are staffed up to meet the dema d.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage
This is our "go to" place for dinner when we're in town. We had a party of 7 on a Saturday night and they were able to seat us pretty quickly. The menu is large with everything from appetizers, to sandwiches, to full entrees, and deserts. I had the steak paisano, and it was prepared to a perfect hot pink medium, and topped with a very tasty assortment of onions, mushrooms, blue cheese, and served with pasta and mixed vegetables. Others had the salmon, chicken, and pasta. All meals came out quickly and were hot and full of flavor.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Italian in town! Their menu is full of classic dishes made with fresh ingredients. The wine selection is great. Service is also top-notch! Whether you just have a craving for Italian or you're celebrating a specific occasion, this place won't disappoint! Highly recommend!
Food here is great and the portions are enough to take some home. Haven’t been disappointed with any of their menu options yet. Best Italian food I’ve tried in Blacksburg so far.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Everything I have had on the expansive menu has been excellent. The pizza is the best in town.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nonna's Pasta Fagioli, Italian Combo, Alfredo, Soup, Sausage, Steak, Caesar Salad