Avanti - Bloemfontein

I gave this restaurant 5 stars a year ago, but I won't be returning. The decor is starting to look worn, and the service has deteriorated to match. Even though the restaurant wasn't very busy, we waited over an hour after placing our order before deciding to leave and find food elsewhere. No explanation was given, and they didn't even try to offer us a simple bun.

This is a delightful restaurant, perfect for birthday celebrations or a casual meal with friends. The ambiance is calm and relaxing, complemented by soothing background music. While I wasn’t particularly impressed with my pork chops—in hindsight, they may pair better with pasta—my starter and dessert were both outstanding. The waitstaff is very professional as well.

This is a wonderful restaurant with an Italian menu and excellent fish selections. The wine list is impressive, and the ambiance is perfect. They feature live music on Friday nights, with the option to sit near the performers or in a quieter area of the restaurant. I had a fantastic evening here and would highly recommend it!

We highly recommend the artichoke starter with basil pesto mayo—it’s a new addition and was truly enjoyable. The Sorrento Spaghetti was so good, it felt addictive. And the cheesecake? Absolutely divine; it reminded us of the kind that Mama used to make—delicious! We enjoyed it so much that we went back three times during our stay. It’s a shame we don’t live in Bloemfontein, as we will certainly miss this well-managed, fantastic restaurant. Until next year—arrivederci!

The restaurant is super cozy. The low background music is a nice additional touch.The pasta is gorgeous! You just have to gobble it up quickly before it gets too cold.The wine and dessert did not disappoint! They could improve on their seafood but I'd defs return