CAV's award winning restaurant serves a sophisticated contemporary menu. Founded in 1989, in a loft space with 13 ft Ashwood ceilings, its unique atmostphere, and creative cuisine, has been featured in numerous local, national and international magazines. The N.Y. Times selected CAV restaurant as one of the 'five best' in R.I. CAV won 'Best Restaurant Atmosphere' (R.I. Monthly), 'Best Restaurant' (Providence Monthly), 'Most Unique' (N.Y. Details Mag.) 'Most Romantic Restaurant' (About.Com & Phoenix), 'Jewel of New England' (Phantom Gourmet), Platinimum Plate (Boston TV Diner) 'Most Worldly Bar' etc. Awards for its cuisine include 'Best Crabcake' 'Best Foie Gras' 'Best Gourmet Chicken' and many more. Signature dishes include Diver Sea Scallops, Hijiki encrusted Yellowfin Tuna, Filet Mignon, Braised Lamb shank, as well as handcut pasta and vegetarian dishes. CAV features colorful handmade tableclothes, & crystal chandeliers. It is surrounded by pristine art objects also for sale.
"Cav is a wonderful restaurant that is hidden in an alley. It provides a wonderful ambience with much to look at in terms of unusual art and sculpture. The food is excellent and the service was very good. I would highly recommend for romantic dining or going out with a large group."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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"CAV was recommended by the customer I was in town working with. I am glad I listened to them ! The restaurant itself is an eclectic mix of decor. What made me go back twice in one week was the food. The kitchen staff is getting the job done right. I wish I had a huge plate of that mushroom crostini appetizer right now ! Both the White Bean Shrimp Pasta and the Spinach Manicotti were very good. I will definitely go back to CAV if I'm in the area again."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"My husband and I went to Cav for our 25th anniversary dinner. Having been there previously we were very pleased at the presentation of our meals as well as the flavor from appetizer to dessert. my husband says he thought it was the best meal he had ever had there. WE definitely will return and highly recommend it to anyone."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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"The food was great. The bartender fantastic, really new his drinks and service at the bar was exceptional. The service at the table for dinner could have been better, waiter did not know the menu very well and his wine knowledge was poor.
The man who greeted us at the door is a gem. He made us feel welcome and was eager to make our night special. He is one the reasons we will return."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 5 for CAV Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)4/5
The wine list was great!!
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 04/15/2013
2008
Dined on 04/15/2013
2008
Food
(Outstanding)5/5
Service
(Very Good)4/5
Ambiance
(Very Good)4/5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The wine list was great!! The service was top notch."
Dined on 04/15/2013
2008
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 6 for CAV Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)5/5
Exceptional
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 04/13/2013
2002
Dined on 04/13/2013
2002
Food
(Outstanding)5/5
Service
(Outstanding)5/5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)5/5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The neighborhood is not so picturesque, but that's the only thing about CAV that wasn't fantastic! The food, the service, and the overall experience was exceptional. Jennifer our server was attentive, informative, and available. The ravioli was delicious, as was the wine. Definitely worth the trip to Providence."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"This is an interesting place to visit because of the atmosphere - the room is filled with antiques and collectibles of the owner. There is a lot to look at and the atmosphere is comfortable."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2007
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"This restaurant is a gem! The atmosphere is cozy and inviting. The decor is ecclectic with lots of chandeliers and Aisan collectables, comfy sofas and chairs, brick walls & wood floors. Feels like your dining in someone's home and not a restaurant. Wait staff is incredible! Attentive, knowledgeable, and great personalities. Then, there is the owner, Silvia. She came to our table to introduce herself and ask about our experience. Lovely and sweet woman. No wonder she has a successful busines, great food, great staff, gorgeous decor and impeccable service. My new favorite place in Providence."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic
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"The CAV resturant experience was wonderful. However the Open Table reservation experience was not so wonderful. A friend arrived before me and was told there was no reservarion under my name. When I asked the wait staff about this the reply was that the open table computer generated reservation was not reliable . They suggested calling the resturant to make reservations."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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"What an interesting restaurant! Dinner and art lecture in one. Wonderful primitive art adorns the walls and the owner was happy to discuss her collection at some length. The appetizers that we had were okay (bruschetta was very chunky and Caesar salad was a little dry). The pasta with lobster was also just ok, but two of our entrees (pumpkin ravioli, chicken w/pears) were outstanding. The chicken was cooked perfectly and was balanced with sweet, cooked pears and chive dumplings. The pumpkin ravioli included the flavor of pistachios and went nicely with the chicken as well. We were really impressed with the creativity of the chef's dishes."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"CAV is like a wonderful, old friend. I do not go there very often, but when I do, it never disappoints me. Great service, warmth, and wonderfully innovative food!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, romantic
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"We had a really nice brunch at CAV - very quiet even though there was a baby shower not far away, and our omelette and crab cake entrées were very good. The service was attentive but not intrusive, and the high ceilings, big windows, and interesting items peppered all over the dining room made for a really pleasant ambience."
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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"We love CAV. My boyfriend and I had our first date at CAV, and we return every year to celebrate. The food is always outstanding as is the service. We were there on a Saturday night, which was very busy! Despite the restaurant being full, we received our food very quickly, and our server was outstanding. I'm thinking we should go more than once a year!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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"My friends and I stumbled upon CAV during a trip to Providence. It was the greatest find! Tucked away in an unassuming but picturesque courtyard was this magical place. Filled with stunning chandeliers and eclectic bits and pieces, we were mesmerized the minute we walked in. It didn't stop there. The service was spot on, the menu was expansive and divine and every bite was a bit of heaven. I'd recommend the French toast and the pistachio crusted crabcake with poached eggs."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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"Appetizer pizza, calamari and crab cake were all excellent. Lamb shank special was very tender and tasted great. Lobster special, lobster over pappardelle, and mussels arrabiata got good reviews from our dining companions. On scallop and shrimp entree, scallops were cooked perfectly, but shrimp was overdone. Creme brule had good carmelization, but custard was very watery."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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"We went there for the Saturday night date night two days after Valentine's Day. Wow this place was hopping and the ambiance was amazing. We discovered there a Louis LaTour Chardonay that we will have again. The food was also amazing and very reasonably priced. This is a great date night, with lots of ambiance - antiques - cool lighting and a fun campy style."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"Love this place. The food is always excellent and the service good. Nowhere else in town has this look and feel to it; it's one of a kind. Highly recommended."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, special occasion
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"Love CAV! Been coming here for years...great food, great ambiance. Always feels special. Lobster bisque is incredible. If you're on the fence, just go. There's no place like it...you'll be glad you did!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"The rare tuna was fantastic, literally melting in my mouth. Coupled with the bit of wasabi paste and the wasabi aioli, it was like having the best of seared, crusted tuna with sushi at the same time. The fresh pickled cucumbers and carrots were also quite refreshing. For desert, with Creme Brulee out, the chocolate Gateau was a superb standin.
As for atmosphere and service, impeccable. All of the staff was attentive and polite, even when just walking by the table.
On the downside, the particular table we had was next to a raised platform by the entrance with another table just about directly over us. Not so close as to feel like we were part of the same table, but close enough to feel crowded and overhear each other unintentiona"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"Really good brunch. No wait on a Sunday which made me a little nervous but I didn't need to be. In kind of a quiet, off the beaten path part of the city but there is free and easy parking which is a plus. Funky ambiance and speedy service."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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"Sampled the restaurant week menu. Although the meal was delicious, I questioned the haddock special. Felt it was more like tilapia. The menu intrigued me enough to go back however. Service was great as well as the atmosphere. Also the mussels were overly spiced.."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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