High quality. Very nice place. Relaxing, quaint. Candlelight dining. Make reservations, you won't…read moreget in, it's always booked. Check hours. I think on Sundays they are closed. WELCOME TO Avanzare Italian Dining Fine dining at it's best, Avanzare takes a creative and modern stand on italian cuisine. Owned and operated by five-star chef tony garcia. GET IN TOUCH Avanzare Italian Dining in Springfield, MO FROM OUR KITCHEN At Avanzare Italian Dining, we offer an extensive menu of refined taste of fine Italian cuisine with a fine selection of wines and an elegant atmosphere which completes with white tablecloths. Stop by today, we make sure that you'll love our delicious food and our open kitchen where Chef Tony often cooks! LEARN MORE CELEBRATE WITH US! For your Special Events... Banquets Banquets are elegant and celebratory gatherings that bring people together for a shared experience of feasting and festivity. Catering From intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations, catering services seamlessly blend gastronomic expertise with impeccable presentation. Private Event These spaces are designed to host a diverse range of occasions, from intimate gatherings to grand celebrations. Dine With Us OUR PASSION IS COOKING Previous Next VIEW MORE ORDER ONLINE Pick Up Curbside No matter the occasion, our staff and Chef Tony are here to show you the kind of fine Italian dining experience you just can't find anywhere else. PLACE YOUR ORDER OPENING HOURS Mon - Sat4:30 pm - 10:00 pm SundayClosed

Large space. The entry foyer is large and welcoming…read more The service was nicely organized with servers and runners Our mix of three main courses was good, nothing was exceptional. Well prepared and presented. While the lineage of northern Italian cuisine was referenced repeatedly it is definitely an American Italian cuisine with a Midwest sweetness to the red sauce. It was a busy night and it was quite crowded. It was the most formal of the Italian style restaurants we have tried in our 3 years of Springfield visits.

The seafood pasta was wonderful. The seafood itself was terrific, the broth was delicious, and…read morethere was a touch of heat that made it perfect. The Caesars salad was one of the best ever and I have had a gazillion of them The service was delightful and the ambience was a bit dark and romantic. Loved it. The chef went table to table greeting customers. Wonderful The only thing I thought was "just okay" was the bread they served. For me, it was not up to the same level of deliciousness.

Delicious authentic Italian food and wonderful experience. My friend made a reservation for her…read moredaughter's birthday. There were 10 of us and they put us in a private side room. The waitress was attentive and took great care of us. We all loved our food and what was most appreciated was the more simple, off menu options for the pickier teens. Example, you can order spaghetti and marinara or chicken Alfredo. Being a more adventurous eater I chose the special of spinach ravioli. It was decadent and very filling. You can order a half salad with any entree so I got the wedge, chopped. So yummy!

Visiting Springfield and stopped in for dinner at Nonna's. It was super easy to find and we got…read morelucky with parking right outside! Such a cute spot! The beggar's purse pasta was divine! I could eat that for every meal it was so good. The Grayson Cabernet was also amazing. Such a great little Italian restaurant, would definitely recommend and visit again!

I've been to Nonna's a handful of times and have always enjoyed it. Went for a birthday dinner and…read morethe service was pleasant. It was a little louder but it was a Saturday night which is to be expected. The food was fantastic as always. Everything came out together and everyone is our party enjoyed their food.

Just finished my Chicken Parm from Piccolos in Nixa, Mo. This is the 3rd. time I have ordered this…read moredish, and the 3rd. time I have been disappointed. It seems like this dish was not freshly made, but reheated, again. Piccolos was one of our favorite restaurants. This may have been made a day or two ago because they do that to make it Alpha-gal safe, or they may always make it ahead. Won't be going Bach.

Best Italian food in the Springfield area. I'm not a big Italian food fan but the authenticity and…read moreflavor in their food changed my mind. The Italian nachos are amazing as are many of their entrees. I've tried about half of the menu and haven't been disappointed. The family that owns it also there everytime and usually come by during our meal just to chat. Service is phenomenal and the dessert menu is equally impressive. Especially that Salted Caramel Ooey Gooey Butter Cake!

Wanted to be excited about this place based on the good reviews however left disappointed…read more Arrived 8pm on Saturday night and was lucky to get a table as it was packed. Service was attentive, we started with a bottle of wine & bruschetta, the wine was good, the bruschetta was soggy and falling apart when picked up. As we were waiting for our entrees we noticed the delays from the kitchen, server bringing pasta to a couple on their anniversary for him and saying the pizza was just on its way out of the oven, it never arrived, the gentleman finished his pasta and still no pizza, she cancelled the order and they left. The table behind us also had no meals, the server said the chef forgot to make them, they finished their drinks and left. The table next to us, 1 of 3 meals served and finished and then 2 lasagnes arrived, both of which were still cold in the middle. They were all annoyed and just took them to go. Finally our meals arrived, I believe we were waiting on the bolognese as it seemed hot and fresh, mine however was not the hottest and has a film on it as it had been sitting a while. I believe the bolognese was not worth almost $40 but the other one was well priced and delicious. Ended with a tiramisu which was dry which was disappointing. So a disordered evening with angry diners did not make for a fun night out.

This place is always fantastic. Ownership changed at the first of the year. But I give it to the…read morenew owners - they are staying true to what Bruno created here in Springfield. The meatballs: These are an excellent meatball and an excellent sauce. These aren't some rolled meat with salt and pepper. These meatballs have an excellent herb accented flavor and taste wonderful. Alfredo Carbonara: Again, a fantastic dish. Very rich flavor with a good dose of prosciutto accent. Tomato Bisque: This isn't some Sysco product they're putting out - this stuff is a real deal, made from scratch bisque. A very balanced flavor with a good depth of texture....not some watery kind of soup. Cannolis: desert will (not) disappoint. The cannoli cream is a nice flavor...with a slight orange zest touch. I've always loved this place. The food may not always come out super fast. But so what, so long as the food comes out right....and I'll sure say....the food comes out great!

My wife and I were at the Juanita K Hammons to see Alton Brown. We went inside and all they had was…read morechips/soft drinks. We found Gilardi's on yelp and it was only a 5 minute walk so we went. Be aware, it's not on the street but is actually behind the historic houses there. We had no reservations and they were busy but they took us anyway. The bartender had to serve us - but again they were busy that's on us. The spinach artichoke dip was mind blowing. It was better than our delicious meal. It was so rich thick and creamy. It was a fantastic experience getting to dip bread into that heavenly concoction. The Gilardis pasta was really good as well. I do wish the sausage was a little more meaty against the sauce (tiny pieces really just part of the sauce) but it was really good nonetheless. The shrimp were big firm and delicious. The ricotta pasta was great! The wine went great with the dip! That's all we had time for unfortunately - I realllly want to try the tiramisu.

I was not impressed. the tuna was pretty good. the chicken ravioli was not. Chicken was dry,…read morepasta was gummy and the dish needed a sauce. Certainly not worth the price paid. service was attentive and they do have a nice wine selection. over priced but nice.

A quaint little treasure off the beaten path. Service was prompt yet friendly, and the food was out…read moreof sight. Baked Ziti and portobello ravioli were more than excellent. A steady stream of customers attest to Bambino's excellence.

Great food. Everything I have ever had here is amazing. They have rotating specials…read more Service is good generally. There has been a time or two it wasn't excellent. The recently renovated location is cozy and offers a great place to have a meal. Great place to eat!

We were first timers, based on family recommendations we came for an early dinner at Bambino's. We…read moreenjoy old world-type traditional Italian cuisine and this met our expectations. No red & white checkered tablecloths and actually some very nice artwork adorning the walls gave us a subtle classy feel. The menu was pretty traditional and I chose the Ziti and my wife liked the Alfredo. Portions were very generous so we'll enjoy more tomorrow . We also had an excellent server. This is definitely a repeater for us!

Just moved here, feels like 5 minutes ago but it's been a year now. Super excited to try this…read moreplace. I always saw the parking lot busy when I would get gas and always wondered what is going on. Tried the Pizza and their sirloin. Chefs Kiss. Food was great, service was great. The waitress we had was so nice. I can see why it's always packed.

We enjoyed a fresh, hot, tasty buffet. So happy to find toasted ravioli. Dessert was a yummy mixed…read moreberry crepe, a mini canoli and creme brulee cake. It was a good value and a good selection.

Walking into The Hill -- Springfield's all-you-can-eat Italian spot -- I wasn't totally sure what…read moreto expect. I pictured something like the love child of Olive Garden and Golden Corral. Thankfully, it's not that. Not even close. The interior leans cute and slightly rustic, with a New-York-Italian soundtrack of Sinatra and Dean Martin covers setting the tone. The buffet itself is smaller than you might imagine, but it gets the job done: grab your drink, grab a plate, and dive in. You'll find the usual starters lined up -- soup, salad, breadsticks, fried ravioli, chips with spinach-artichoke dip -- then move on to the fun part: à-la-carte pastas and sauces. They've got everything from classic white sauce and marinara to vodka sauce and meatballs. There's even fried chicken pieces so you can build your own take on chicken parm. Vegan and veggie-friendly options are surprisingly solid: roasted Brussels sprouts, glazed carrots, and a legitimately tasty butternut squash casserole. The sausage risotto was another pleasant standout. Desserts aren't homemade (and they aren't pretending to be -- they're still in the cardboard trays), but they do offer hand-scooped ice cream from the staff, which is a nice touch. Service-wise, the greeter was great. The rest? Fine. Our server didn't look thrilled to be there, but honestly...it's a weekday lunch buffet. Expectations adjusted accordingly. Overall, The Hill delivers a charming vibe, some solid buffet options, and a few dishes that are genuinely worth going back for. If you're craving casual, customizable Italian comfort food, it's worth a stop.

What great ambience (think cozy, warm, slightly dimmed lighting, and the sound of sizzling…read moreplatters, with the aromatic spices which are somehow both comforting and stimulating)! The food was very good; I tried the rabbit (sweet, bit chewier than chicken, and darker meat). It was interesting! We also ordered sweet potato noodles with peas and spinach and added shrimp; that was delicious. Overall, pleased. The service (provided by both Caden and Leigh) was stellar. I'll be back when in Springfield.

We came out to celebrate our anniversary and were so happy with our choice. The food was amazing…read more My husband said the steak was some of the best steak he's ever had. They have an amazing selection of gluten free and vegan options as well! The salsa was on the sweet side but was still delicious and the fried guacamole was fantastic with a very well rounded flavor/texture combo. The ambiance was phenomenal. Our server was so kind and friendly, we'll definitely be back!