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Dining Out by Kerilyn E. Micale
It seems like everything has changed these days and you may be searching for anything that reminds you of what life used to be. I am happy to report that one thing that you can still count on is that Avicolli’s is still making delicious food and proudly serving hungry Central New Yorkers! Whether you are looking for amazing pizza and wings or an Italian feast, Avicolli’s has got you covered! Avicolli’s Restaurant is conveniently located at 7839 Oswego Rd. in Liverpool and due to COVID-19 they are open for car side take out or delivery only. The current hours are Monday through Thursday from 4 pm until 9 pm, on Friday and Saturday from 11 am until 10 pm, and on Sunday from 11 am until 9 pm. Place your order online through their website at www. myavicollis.com, or by phone at 315-622-5100. Avicolli’s has been a shining example of amazing Italian cuisine for decades. One of the things that makes a meal at Avicolli’s so amazing is that in 1972 when the Avicolli Family migrated to the United States from Isernia, Italy, they brought with them old family recipes that they continue to prepare for hungry customers to this day! They have
Bruschetta, a scrumptious helping of charred ciabatta crostini topped with marinated grape tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil finished with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze.
truly mastered the balance of using the traditional recipes while bringing in a modern twist on these classic flavors. When it comes to entrée selections you absolutely cannot go wrong with any of the mouthwatering options. Avicolli’s regulars swear that the eggplant is the best in town. Choose from the Melanzane Parmigiana (with layers of battered and fried eggplant baked in a house made tomato sauce, topped with mozzarella and finished perfectly in the oven) or Melanzane Rolatine (battered and fried eggplant rolled and stuffed with seasoned ricotta and cream cheese with house made tomato sauce topped with mozzarella cheese and finished in the oven). If you are a seafood lover you’ve got to try the Lobster Ravioli (tender ravioli stuffed with claw and knuckle, simmered in a garlic cream finished with spinach) or the Gamberetti E Aspargi (loaded with extra large shrimp and asparagus sautéed with olive oil, garlic and Italian seasonings tossed with farfalle pasta.) They have an amazing selection of chicken and veal dishes including parmigiana, franciase, marasala and scallopini. For something super cheesy and melty choose the Baked Combo Italiano (two shells, one manicotti and three ravioli in house made tomato sauce with romano and mozzarella cheeses) from the pasta al forno section. No matter what you choose, rest assured that there is no bad choice on the entire menu! I don’t know about you but it is starting to feel like “Ground Hog’s Day.” Wake up, work online from home, walk the dog, make dinner, go to bed; rinse and repeat! On a sunny Saturday my husband and I decided to do something to break the cycle, and what better
What’s one of the best dishes in Upstate NY? Utica greens! Greens sautéed with pancetta, hot peppers, and our special blend of seasoned cracker crumbs.
