Cavanaugh’s On The River

Name: Cavanaugh’s On The River
Address: 421 NW Riverside Dr, Evansville, IN, United States, 47708
Telephone: (812) 433-4333
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

971 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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Flawless steaks. Fresh seafood. Impeccable service. Enjoy the finest cuisine paired with sweeping river views. Cavanaugh’s is the perfect place for the perfect evening.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 8, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(812) 433-4333
Website
https://www.ballys.com/evansville/cavanaughs-on-the-river.htm
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Chuck Subra
Catering
CAVANAUGH’S WANTS TO HOST YOUR DINNER PARTY! Are you planning a dinner party ? Simply reserve your party and menu a minimum of 1 week prior to your event. Limited number of group reservations available per evening. Call 812-433-4333, after 3PM Thursday – Saturday, to speak to Cavanaugh’s Manager, Joshua Hedges.
Private party facilities
We have a wide range of menu and seating options that can be customized to suit your occasion, party size and budget.MENU PLANNINGAt Cavanaugh's we will work with you to create a menu that wows your guest. We have private dining menus with excellent choices or we can customize a menu to fit your specific needs.
Private party contact
Hasnun Giray Ozses (Cavanaugh's Manager): (812) 433-4333

Location
421 NW Riverside Dr, Evansville, IN 47708
Neighborhood
Evansville, IN
Parking details
Tropicana Evansville Parking Garage
Public transit
Parking Garage entrance accessible from 1st Street which runs just behind the hotels and casino. From the parking garage, proceed to level 2 where you can access the skywalk to the Riverfront Events Center.
Entertainment
Piano Bar Nightly
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Cavanaugh's Signature Tuna Poke$16.00
Soy sauce, wasabi and Sriracha marinated tuna, avocado, herb salad, crostini
Signature Shrimp Cocktail*$18.00
Fresh cocktail sauce, lemon
Pan Seared Crab Cakes$19.00
Maryland-style jumbo lump crab cakes, béarnaise and herb salad
Spinach and Artichoke Dip$14.00
Spinach, artichokes, cream cheese, toasted bread

Soup

Lobster Bisque$10.00
Atlantic lobster reduction, topped with creme fraiche

Salads

Dressings: Ranch, Blue Cheese, Thousand Island, French, Honey Mustard; Vinaigrettes: Balsamic, Champagne, Raspberry

Traditional Caesar$9.00
Hearts of romaine, Parmesan, Caesar dressing, crostini, Parmesan crisp
House of Cavanaugh's*$9.00
Baby greens, tomato, cucumber, carrot, red onion, aged cheddar
Cavanaugh's Wedge Salad$10.00
Iceberg lettuce, bacon lardons, red onion, tomato, cucumber, blue cheese dressing, blue cheese crumbles

Cavanaugh's Features

Blackened Neptune*$58.00
7 oz filet, Parmesan herb mashed potatoes, three grilled shrimp, crab meat, Choron sauce
Scottish Salmon*$32.00
Pan-seared salmon, avocado crema, Pico de Gallo, sweet potato hay
Twin Tails*
Two 8 oz lobster tails, lemon, drawn butter
- Market
24 oz King Crab Legs*
Lemon, drawn butter
- Market
Seafood Linguine$35.00
Shrimp, garlic, shallots, lemon herb cream sauce, parsley
Roasted Chicken Breast*$32.00
Basil parmesan risotto, fire roasted red pepper cream

Prime Rib

Captain's Cut*
USDA Certified Angus Beef, served with au jus and creamy horseradish
- 16 oz$40.00

Signature Steaks*

Our beef is 100% Midwestern corn-fed beef that is aged for a minimum of 21 days. Our steaks are carefully trimmed to specifications and prepared to your desired level of cooking. Steaks are available Blackened, Charred, Pan Seared or Broiled

7 oz Filet$47.00
14 oz New York Strip$48.00
18 oz Ribeye Steak$45.00

Enhancements

Au Poivre*$4.00
pepper encrusted, Cognac cream sauce
Blue*$4.00
blue cheese, Marchands de Vin
Béarnaise*$4.00
Dianne Sauce$5.00
Mushrooms*$5.00

Additions to Any Steak

8 oz Lobster Tail*
- Market
18 oz Alaskan King Crab Legs*
- Market
4 Grilled Shrimp*$12.00
Oscar Style*$15.00
Crab meat, asparagus, Hollandaise

Sides

Vegetables

Asparagus with Hollandaise*
Steamed Broccoli*
Roasted Brussels Sprouts*
with onion, bacon & Balsamic Vinegar Reduction

Starches

Baked Potato*$9.00
Parmesan Herb Mashed Potatoes*$9.00
Au Gratin potatoes$9.00
Lobster Macaroni & Cheese$15.00

What 971 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Western Kentucky / SW Indiana
Best Overall
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Best Food
Western Kentucky / SW Indiana
Best Service
Western Kentucky / SW Indiana
Best Ambiance
Western Kentucky / SW Indiana
Best Value
Western Kentucky / SW Indiana
Romantic
Western Kentucky / SW Indiana
Special Occasion
Western Kentucky / SW Indiana
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StevenE
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
Best stealk in evansville. Service was beyong great
DL
DeniseL
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience5
The young lady entertaining at the piano bar was fabulous!!! Ordered a wedge salad, asparagus and the prime rib rare which appeared to be a bit overdone when presented…no red showing (and I am not one to return food)…but I must say despite being more on the medium side it was absolutely delicious and tender and a very generous nearly 2 inch thick portion! Would highly recommend!
MJ
MaryJ
Louisville
104 reviews
vip
5.0
104 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food and service! Perfect for any occasion. Awesome view of the river.
B
Bryan
Nashville
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Had a great experience. Our server Lisa was awesome!
H
Holtz
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious! Went for our first time on our anniversary! Had creme brûlée with raspberry topping for a complimentary dessert!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Anniversary
BR
BrianR
Indiana
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always absolutely AMAZING! Our waiter Sergey was fabulous. The food so so delicious! The ambiance is outstanding. Always love going to Cavanaugh’s.
K
Kevin
London
19 reviews
vip
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on July 23, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Everyone enjoyed their food. I had requested a table with a nice river view through Open Table and instead got a table looking at the parking lot. Was not rushed which was nice.
d
doxiedoglover
Cincinnati
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sergei waited on us and was exceptional. We will definitely ask for him again in the future.
MC
MikeC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was wonderful although the portions were a bit strange.
MJ
MadonnaJ
Indiana
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Friendly staff, and great food. Sides were large enough for two people, therefore, we could have just ordered one side to share.
SR
SydneyR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
So delicious! My husband’s NY Strip was to die for!
IP
IsaacP
Charlotte
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great and love the steak and the garlic bread and butter. The lobster Mac is excellent 😎
BL
BethL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband’s steak was cooked perfectly and my shrimp pasta was very good.
GF
GlennF
Indiana
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 3, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
We have not been to Cavanaughs since before Covid. Everything was just as good as we remembered. The food and service were super.
GJ
GaryJ
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 2, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
The restaurant was extremely cold to suit our bodies. It was uncomfortable, but it was our fault for not bringing a sweater, jacket, etc. The young man serving our table was efficient and kind and we enjoyed him. Prime rib was excellent, though a large serving.
KK
KevinK
Indiana
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 1, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Good food - sides were particularly good. Steaks were were good, but two different versions of medium rare. Nice, easy to grasp wine selection. Service was excellent.
AL
AimeeL
Atlanta
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lobster bisque is delicious, we had the salmon and blackened neptune and both were excellent! Creme Brulee was very good too! Our server was attentive and wonderful. The margarita special with jalapeno and pineapple was awesome!
CP
ClayP
Western KY
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience5
For the price, the steak was disappointing, would've assumed going to Texas roadhouse. Overall experience was good, but if we come back I won't be getting steak. The service was outstanding, and the view/atmosphere very nice. My wife had the lobster and said it was great.
CH
ChrisH
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall1food1service3ambience4
Need to get the food in line or you will end up closing. Prime Rib was 42 bucks and basically not edible and I am super easy going.
SP
SteveP
SW Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was amazing! The food was great and the view was priceless!
DP
DanielP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Making reservations was wonderful. They already had our table ready. We waited about 2 seconds to be seated. Great experience!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall2food1service2ambience3
Waitress was to busy visiting with one table and ignoring our table and the one next to us. Meats was over cooked was never asked how our food was.
m
melissab
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
great steak, food was amazing, the view onto the river was beautiful
j
jj1972
SW Indiana
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall2food2service5ambience2
Prime rib was over cooked and very tough and chewy, sea bass was over cooked and burnt, Brussel sprouts where under cooked.
RL
RachelL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolute perfection!! Always enjoy dinners here!!
CT
CharlesT
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience5
Filet was very good! Would recommend that and the lobster Mac and cheese. Prime rib was also good but very big and intimidating. We would love to go there again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 27, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
It was ok and I would go back
BC
BeverlyC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
we love going to Cavanaugh's. Very time we are Evansville we go to cav. ans well always go.
TM
TelesforoM
Grand Rapids
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Host was friendly! Waiter was cordial, food was delicious, view was GREAT!
OT
OpenTable Diner
SW Indiana
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2022
overall5food3service5ambience5
Menu is limited. Need to add more items to menu
SZ
SteveZ
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
The restaurant temperature is always too cold. The rib eye steak was par at best.
LA
LARoss
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really enjoyed the dinner and view!
CP
CarolynP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Overall experience was wonderful from the service to the food. Very nice place to relax and enjoy good company.
BR
BrianR
Indiana
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Steaks, king crabs and sides were AMAZING! The crème brûlée was exceptional! Our table was great and an awesome view of the river! Service was impeccable! We love going to Cavanaugh’s !
OT
OpenTable Diner
Western KY
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Mother’s Day lunch was fabulous!
C
Conley
Kansas City
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience5
Menu limited for Mother's Day which was unfortunate. Food was average and QUITE overpriced.
KK
KevinK
Indiana
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful. Thank you again, Sergey, Josh and Anna!!!! Kevin
G
Geno
SW Indiana
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience5
Service was excellent. Steaks were great. Don’t get the lobster Mac and cheese. Barely any lobster, not cheesy. A better description would be Lobster Mac and watered down Alfredo. “Mac and cheese” aside everything else was fantastic. I would highly recommend eating there and I will definitely go back.
AL
AmyLee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great time celebrating our anniversary at Cavanaugh’s. They made it special with a little anniversary sign on the table which spurred casual conversation with our waitress. I had the blackened Neptune which was absolutely delicious! Wine was reasonably priced and you would think that we would have closed the evening after enjoying the crème brûlée, however we enjoyed a drink at the piano bar before departing. It was a wonderful date night!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Cavanaugh’s On The River is rated 4.6 stars by 971 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 8, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

421 NW Riverside Dr, Evansville, IN 47708

Additional information

Neighborhood
Evansville, IN
Hours of operation
Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Contemporary American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Tropicana Evansville Parking Garage
Public transit
Parking Garage entrance accessible from 1st Street which runs just behind the hotels and casino. From the parking garage, proceed to level 2 where you can access the skywalk to the Riverfront Events Center.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Chuck Subra
Entertainment
Piano Bar Nightly
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.ballys.com/evansville/cavanaughs-on-the-river.htm
Phone number
(812) 433-4333
Catering
CAVANAUGH’S WANTS TO HOST YOUR DINNER PARTY! Are you planning a dinner party ? Simply reserve your party and menu a minimum of 1 week prior to your event. Limited number of group reservations available per evening. Call 812-433-4333, after 3PM Thursday – Saturday, to speak to Cavanaugh’s Manager, Joshua Hedges.
Private party facilities
We have a wide range of menu and seating options that can be customized to suit your occasion, party size and budget.MENU PLANNINGAt Cavanaugh's we will work with you to create a menu that wows your guest. We have private dining menus with excellent choices or we can customize a menu to fit your specific needs.
Private party contact
Hasnun Giray Ozses (Cavanaugh's Manager): (812) 433-4333

Cavanaugh’s On The River

Make a reservation

Additional information

7 oz Filet

Lobster Bisque

8 oz Lobster Tail

Starters

Cavanaugh's Signature Tuna Poke$16.00

Signature Shrimp Cocktail*$18.00

Pan Seared Crab Cakes$19.00

Spinach and Artichoke Dip$14.00

Soup

Lobster Bisque$10.00

Salads

Traditional Caesar$9.00

House of Cavanaugh's*$9.00

Cavanaugh's Wedge Salad$10.00

Cavanaugh's Features

Blackened Neptune*$58.00

Scottish Salmon*$32.00

Twin Tails*

24 oz King Crab Legs*

Seafood Linguine$35.00

Roasted Chicken Breast*$32.00

Prime Rib

Captain's Cut*

Signature Steaks*

7 oz Filet$47.00

14 oz New York Strip$48.00

18 oz Ribeye Steak$45.00

Enhancements

Au Poivre*$4.00

Blue*$4.00

Béarnaise*$4.00

Dianne Sauce$5.00

Mushrooms*$5.00

Additions to Any Steak

8 oz Lobster Tail*

18 oz Alaskan King Crab Legs*

4 Grilled Shrimp*$12.00

Oscar Style*$15.00

Sides

Vegetables

Asparagus with Hollandaise*

Steamed Broccoli*

Roasted Brussels Sprouts*

Starches

Baked Potato*$9.00

Parmesan Herb Mashed Potatoes*$9.00

Au Gratin potatoes$9.00

Lobster Macaroni & Cheese$15.00

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