Restaurant
Avvio Ristorante
Classic Italian dishes and authentic Neapolitan pizza in a contemporary setting where attentive service and perfectly cooked meals make every visit memorable.
Experience Avvio
Explore the welcoming atmosphere, beautifully plated dishes, and contemporary design that make Avvio a destination for Italian cuisine in Cranston.
Services
What We Serve
From classic Italian dishes to wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, every plate reflects our commitment to quality ingredients and careful preparation.
Neapolitan Pizza
Pasta Dishes
Including rigatoni bolognese and chicken con pollo
Veal & Seafood
Veal ragu, salmon, and fresh preparations
Antipasti
Cured meats, cheeses, marinated vegetables, and olives
Salads
House Caesar and seasonal greens
Wine & Cocktails
Curated selection and craft options
Desserts
Tiramisu and seasonal specialties
Why choose us
Why Locals Choose Avvio
Guests return again and again for perfectly executed Italian cooking, servers who genuinely care about their experience, and a clean, inviting space.
Pasta and meatballs prepared 'extremely good' with rich, satisfying flavors
Antipasti plate praised as large, generous, and beautifully composed
Staff labels to-go containers so you know exactly what's inside
Attentive bartenders and servers create a welcoming atmosphere on busy nights
Manager personally checks in to ensure every guest is satisfied
Reviews
Guest Reviews
“★★★★★I have been to Avvio three times now, and if I had a lot more money i’d be there once a week! (A little pricey but worth it) The food I have had has been amazing, i’m very fond of their burger specifically!! Fantastic and one of the best in Rhode Island for sure. The service has also been great, things come out fast and the servers have all been very friendly. The only downside of my experiences here have been the past two times I went I asked for regular fries and have gotten the truffle fries both times with different wait staff— which is fine because I enjoy truffle fries but would say to be careful if someone had an allergy or something. I also just wanna have their regular fries next time so hopefully when I return I can! I also have asked for a specific sauce and one waitress said they didn’t carry it which was strange since I had it at my last visit.. but I shrugged it off and just picked something else. Overall great team, friendly, fast, great food and atmosphere. Three small little things still make it all worth it to me. Hope to visit again soon.
Visit Us
Check hoursLocated in the heart of Cranston near Garden City Center. We're open for lunch and dinner most days, with extended hours on weekends. Call ahead for reservations, especially on busy nights.