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Cavatore Italian Restaurant, Houston, TX

Cavatore Italian Restaurant

4.8 (1449)
$30 and under
Italian
2120 Ella Blvd, Houston, TX 77008

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
Cavatore Italian Restaurant is a family owned and operated restaurant that has been in Houston for 36 years. Our unique menu features dishes from Northern Italy. We are famous for our tableside Caesar salad and homemade tiramisu. Live piano music nightly complements our food and atmosphere. Benvenutti a tutti (welcome everybody)!!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Let us cater your next event-whether its an office lunch or a private function. We will be happy to work with you to make your event a success.
  • Private party facilities
    Our Houston private dining restaurant makes every private party occasion special!
  • Private party contact
    Roberto Serrano: (713) 869-6622
  • Neighborhood
    Heights / Washington
  • Cross street
    T.C. Jester
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Entertainment
    We have live piano music every night.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

What 1,449 people are saying

Cavatore Italian Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cavatore Italian Restaurant delights with a "wonderful table side Caesar salad," "excellent food," and "attentive service." Guests enjoy "live piano music" and a "unique rustic building" atmosphere. While occasional service lapses occur, the authentic Italian cuisine and lively ambiance make it a favorite for many in Houston.

1,449 Reviews
  1. Akshay

    Houston24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was great but it was oddly hot Saturday night. Maybe the AC was out? Regardless. We had a lovely family dinner and will be back!

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  2. Heather

    Houston1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    We always love Cavatore but this time when celebrating my daughter's 13th birthday, the air conditioning wasn't working, so it was very hot. Also, the service was very slow and inattentive. Normally we stay for dessert but it was overall a poor experience.

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  3. Patricia

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the piano player! And the red snapper with sun-dried tomatoes

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  4. Beth VIP

    Houston30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently wonderful!! Have been going there over 25 years!!

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  5. Nancy VIP

    Houston17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve always had a wonderful experience at Cavatore’s!

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  6. Stephanie

    Minneapolis2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Table side Caesar salad is amazing. Ask for Maria if ordering a table side Caesar salad.

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  7. Alex

    Houston1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It was a little hot in our room, but cooler everywhere else.

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  8. Michelle VIP

    Houston16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was excellent and food was too. Homemade pasta, good sauces, especially the bolognese.

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  9. Danielle VIP

    Caribbean10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about this restaurant is AMAZING! From the moment we entered to the moment we left it was perfection! Not to mention the live pianist who was so talented & nice!! I will definitely be coming back!!

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  10. Annalee VIP

    Houston36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful celebration for my mother‘s 83rd birthday. Our server was excellent and made the experience very memorable. Several people enjoyed the Oso Buco my husband and I had the pasta Pescatori and it was also good wine was a very good value.

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FAQs

Cavatore Italian Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 869-6622.

Cavatore Italian Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 1449 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
Google Map for Cavatore Italian Restaurant

2120 Ella Blvd, Houston, TX 77008

Additional information

  • Cross street
    T.C. Jester
  • Neighborhood
    Heights / Washington
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    We have live piano music every night.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Let us cater your next event-whether its an office lunch or a private function. We will be happy to work with you to make your event a success.
  • Private party facilities
    Our Houston private dining restaurant makes every private party occasion special!
  • Private party contact
    Roberto Serrano: (713) 869-6622
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