Cavatore Italian Restaurant

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2120 Ella Blvd (at W 21st Street)
Houston, TX 77008

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(713) 869-6622
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Cavatore Italian Restaurant - Houston, TX
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Cavatore Italian Restaurant - Houston, TX
Cavatore Italian Restaurant - Houston, TX
Cavatore Italian Restaurant - Houston, TX
Cavatore Italian Restaurant - Houston, TX
Cavatore Italian Restaurant - Houston, TX
Cavatore Italian Restaurant - Houston, TX
Cavatore Italian Restaurant - Houston, TX
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Cavatore Italian Restaurant serves family-friendly Italian fare. This red-checkered tablecloth restaurant has been serving country-style Italian fare since 1984. Rustic and charmi...

Italian Done Right!!! 12/9/2009

I LOVE this restaurant!! My family and I ate at Cavatore recently and it cemented the fact that it is my favorite Italian restaurant in Houston. Upon being seated we were given a warm basket of garlic bread. I wish I could tell you how it tasted, but my dad ate it all?. obviously, it was good. We ordered the Caesar Salad, which was made fresh at our table?YUM!!! I highly recommend it! I ordered the Rosemary Chicken and my parents enjoyed the Tournedos Di Manzo. For dessert we somehow saved room for Tiramisu and Cappuccinos--- how could you go wrong there??? All was amazing! more
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Delicious food! 12/8/2009

We just had our office luncheon. The place was packed and we thought service was going to be slow. It has happened in other places. Not there! Food was delicious and served right on time. Pros: Excellent service even when busy busy! Cons: Parking can be tricky but not a big con more
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Delicious food! 12/8/2009

We just had our office luncheon. The place was packed and we thought service was going to be slow. It has happened in other places. Not there! Food was delicious and served right on time. Most people like to complain when service is bad but almost no one praises... Go Cavatore! Pros: Excellent service even when busy busy! Cons: Parking can be tricky but not a big con more
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Simply Good 12/8/2009

With all the new restaurant trends of high level noise to create energy and atmostphere, it's a refreshing change to experience a place where you can actually have a conversation with dinner complete with tinkling piano music as background. Imagine that. Old fashioned warm ambience with checkered table cloths and quaint rustic decor blends well with super friendly staff whose priority is service with a smile. Busy place - no frills, just good. Pros: Warm friendly staff, cozy atmosphere, good value Cons: None more
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Simply Good 12/8/2009

With all the new restaurant trends of high level noise to create energy and atmostphere, it's a refreshing change to experience a place where you can actually have a conversation with dinner complete with tinkling piano music as background. Imagine that. Old fashioned warm ambience with checkered table cloths and quaint rustic decor blends well with super friendly staff whose priority is service with a smile. Pros: Warm friendly staff, cozy atmosphere, good value more
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Their Spumoni is no Bologna!!! 12/7/2009

First of all, the staff is remarkable. This restaurant is always busy, but I almost always get seated instantaneously. Despite the rush of customers, the food always comes out in a reasonable amount of time. My favorite appetizer is the Calamari, it is fried to perfection and the bowl of delicious homemade marinara sauce in the middle of the plate is awesome. Conan like!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I usually go with whatever special the chef comes up with for the night, it is always delicious. I have tried almost every single dish on the menu, so I like to mix it up by going with the special. Huge portions. Conan also LIKE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OK, well got to go eat at Cavatore now, CONAN HUNGRY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Pros: Spumoni, and great location, THE STAFF!!! Cons: The long voyage of 5 miles from my house to Cavatore's!!! more
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Their Spumoni is no Bologna!!! 12/7/2009

First of all, the staff is remarkable. This restaurant is always busy, but I almost always get seated instantaneously. Despite the rush of customers, the food always comes out in a reasonable amount of time. My favorite appetizer is the Calamari, it is fried to perfection and the bowl of delicious homemade marinara sauce in the middle of the plate is awesome. Conan like!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I usually go with whatever special the chef comes up with for the night, it is always delicious. I have tried almost every single dish on the menu, so I like to mix it up by going with the special. Huge portions. Conan also LIKE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OK, well got to go eat at Cavatore now, CONAN HUNGRY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Pros: Spumoni, and great location, THE STAFF!!! Cons: The long voyage of 5 miles from my house to Cavatore's!!! more
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Awesome Dining Experience 12/7/2009

I happened by the restaurant and ate there before I came here and read others reviews to see what others said about the restaurant. To the person with the multiple 1 star reviews complaining about the piano, get a life. The piano was nice dinner music and has very little to do with the overall dining experience. The complimentary bread baskets were very nice prior to the meal, we tried two appetizers, the stuffed mushrooms which were extremely good and the veal stuffed pasta which was also really good. I ordered the Filet of Beef but changed the marinara pasta for an alfredo pasta because in my opinion, alfredo sauce goes with beef better, but then again i suppose it is a personal preference. The Beef is absolutely wonderful, you can cut it with a fork and it melts in your mouth. The wait staff was very pleasant and very attentive with our drinks. I have been to the restaurant two times now and both visits were wonderful. However, I have only tried the Filet of Beef, but it was so good the first time, it was all I could think about the second time I was there. I hope your experience is as good as mine was. Pros: Try the Filet of Beef, you will not be disapointed Cons: None that I can think of more
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Awesome Dining Experience 12/7/2009

I happened by the restaurant and ate there before I came here and read others reviews to see what others said about the restaurant. To the person with the multiple 1 star reviews complaining about the piano, get a life. The piano was nice dinner music and has very little to do with the overall dining experience. The complimentary bread baskets were very nice prior to the meal, we tried two appetizers, the stuffed mushrooms which were extremely good and the veal stuffed pasta which was also really good. I ordered the Filet of Beef but changed the marinara pasta for an alfredo pasta because in my opinion, alfredo sauce goes with beef better, but then again i suppose it is a personal preference. The Beef is absolutely wonderful, you can cut it with a fork and it melts in your mouth. The wait staff was very pleasant and very attentive with our drinks. I have been to the restaurant two times now and both visits were wonderful. However, I have only tried the Filet of Beef, but it was so good the first time, it was all I could think about the second time I was there. I hope your experience is as good as mine was. Pros: Try the Filet of Beef, you will not be disapointed Cons: None that I can think of more
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Always a hit, never a miss! 12/6/2009

I have been dining at Cavatore for a few years now. The food is always fresh. I usually order Caesar salad (made table side), and the Crawfish alla Rosa. I sometimes treat myself to their homemade tiramisu, which is delicious! The staff is always very attentive. I find it helpful that the wine menu provides a description of the wines. This way, I can try a new wine without taking too much of a risk. I have noticed that many of you other Cavatore regulars are upset that Michelangelo left. This baffles me to be honest, as I found it quite a relief. He was as staged as his name ---"Michelangelo!" He was loud, obnoxious, and had a glamour shot of himself at the entry. Every time we ate there, he would try to coax my children from their seats (to play maracas at an ITALIAN restaurant), while we were trying to enjoy a family dinner. My husband and I were apprehensive about dining here at times, because of this annoyance. However, the food and service really make the place worth it. I find it a relief to not be bothered now when I go to eat at Cavatore. The pianists they have now provide talent in place of Michelangelo's cheap, clownish performance. I will continue to eat here with my family on a regular basis, as we all love Cavatore! Honestly, Me Pros: Friendly Staff, Great NEW piano music, Fresh Food Cons: NOTHING more
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Always a hit, never a miss! 12/6/2009

I have been dining at Cavatore for a few years now. The food is always fresh. I usually order Caesar salad (made table side), and the Crawfish alla Rosa. I sometimes treat myself to their homemade tiramisu, which is delicious! The staff is always very attentive. I find it helpful that the wine menu provides a description of the wines. This way, I can try a new wine without taking too much of a risk. I have noticed that many of you other Cavatore regulars are upset that Michelangelo left. This baffles me to be honest, as I found it quite a relief. He was as staged as his name ---""Michelangelo!"" He was loud, obnoxious, and had a glamour shot of himself at the entry. Every time we ate there, he would try to coax my children from their seats (to play maracas at an ITALIAN restaurant), while we were trying to enjoy a family dinner. My husband and I were apprehensive about dining here at times, because of this annoyance. However, the food and service really make the place worth it. I find it a relief to not be bothered now when I go to eat at Cavatore. The pianists they have now provide talent in place of Michelangelo's cheap, clownish performance. I will continue to eat here with my family on a regular basis, as we all love Cavatore! Honestly, Me Pros: Friendly Staff, Great NEW piano music, Fresh Food Cons: NOTHING more
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FAVORITE RESTAURANT 12/6/2009

Love the food here especially the Salmon. The atmosphere here is relaxing for when you are trying to have a nice meal anytime, all the workers are very dedicated. I have attended this restaurant 3 times and every time i did they gave me a great service, especially when i have Miss Martha attending me. My cousin loves the Chicken Alfredo and he is very picky when it comes to his favorite dish. more
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FAVORITE RESTAURANT 12/6/2009

Love the food here especially the Salmon. The atmosphere here is relaxing for when you are trying to have a nice meal anytime, all the workers are very dedicated. I have attended this restaurant 3 times and every time i did they gave me a great service, especially when i have Miss Martha attending me. My cousin loves the Chicken Alfredo and he is very picky when it comes to his favorite dish. more
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Best value for your money. 12/6/2009

Cavatore is a special restaurant. The food is great (quite rich), service is excellent, the manager is a sweetheart and the atmosphere is unique. You feel you are in some Italian trattoria, with lots of character, nothing bland about this reastaurant. I wonder who is the bitter person hiding in anonymity who keeps writing bad reviews and keeps praising the previous pianist using different e-mails and names? The pianists they have now are excelent and add to the operatic atmosphere. Bitter man, please cut it out! Cavatore is a lovely Italian trattoria. Every time I have been there I had a great time. Pros: atmosphere, personality, great food, sweetheart manager Cons: Somewhat odd location more
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Best value for your money. 12/6/2009

Cavatore is a special restaurant. The food is great (quite rich), service is excellent, the manager is a sweetheart and the atmosphere is unique. You feel you are in some Italian trattoria, with lots of character, nothing bland about this reastaurant. Pros: atmosphere, personality, great food, sweetheart manager Cons: Somewhat odd location more
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LOVE THIS PLACE 12/6/2009

I REALLY LIKE THE ATMOSPHERE HERE ITS VERY NICE AND RELAXING, LOVE THE WAITRESS MARTHA GIVES GREAT SERVICE I WILL DEFINITELY COME TO SEAT WITH HER AGAIN, VERY COURTEOUS/PROMPT WORKERS AS WELL. Pros: LOVE THE CHICKEN ALFRED more
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LOVE THIS PLACE 12/6/2009

I REALLY LIKE THE ATMOSPHERE HERE ITS VERY NICE AND RELAXING, LOVE THE WAITRESS MARTHA GIVES GREAT SERVICE I WILL DEFINITELY COME TO SEAT WITH HER AGAIN, VERY COURTEOUS/PROMPT WORKERS AS WELL. Pros: LOVE THE CHICKEN ALFRED more
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Delicioso! 12/6/2009

I just had one of our Cesar salads and I remembered how good it is! Come and try it! Pros: Best Cesar Salad in town! more
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Delicioso! 12/6/2009

I just had one of our Cesar salads and I remembered how good it is! Come and try it! Pros: Best Cesar Salad in town! more
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Very Very disappointed 11/30/2009

This is the last time we will eat at this barn. We are totally disappointed with the quality of food and service by the waiter. I used to bring my wife and children occasionally to this place when they had good management and service and the qaulity of food was good but it has totally deteriorated and is no longer the same. The atmosphere and the fun we used to have is gone with our favorite piano player "" Michaelangelo"" who used to entertain us and make us enjoy the evening . Cons: Extremely disappointed with quality of food and service more
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Enjoy Authentic Italian Cuisine in a Casual Atmosphere in Houston

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  • Cavatore Italian Restaurant serves authentic Italian that the whole family will enjoy. Old world Italian dishes are served in a casual space adorned with an eclectic and rustic blend of memorabilia from across Italy.

    The menu at Cavatore is as unique as the decor. Appetizers include Italian meats and cheeses, calamari and escargot. Innovative entrees are prepared of veal, pork, beef, chicken, seafood and pasta.

    From the Calamari Fritti appetizer to the Lasagna Al Forno, this casual Houston Italian restaurant will supply the delicious flavors your eager taste buds desire. And for dessert, leave room for traditional "dolci" like cannoli, tiramisu and spumoni.

    Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply taking a break from the workday world, visit us at Cavatore and tour the tastes of Italy.

Editorial

  • This family-run, red-checkered tablecloth restaurant has been serving country-style Italian fare since 1984.

  • 11/27/2006 Provided by Citysearch
Additional information
  • Hours: Mon-Fri 11am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-10pm Sat 5:30pm-10pm
  • Payments: Master Card, Diner's Club, Discover, Cash, Visa, Carte Blanche, American Express
  • Neighborhoods: Central, Greater Heights
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