La Caverna Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar

Name: La Caverna Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar
Address: 12 Fownes Street Upper Temple Bar, Dublin, Co. Dublin, Ireland, Republic of, D02 PY51
Telephone: (01) 670 3110
Price range: €30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

573 reviews

€30 and under

Italian

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OPENING HOURS:

Sunday to Thursday from 1.00 PM to 12.30 AM.

Friday and Saturday from 1.00 PM to 1.30 AM.

Last seating at 10.30 pm

BOOKING POLICY

Due to a very high number of No-Show Reservations in the past, for every booking, a deposit of €10 per person will be charged at the time of the booking.

If you need to cancel your booking, we will require a minimum of 48 hours’ notice.

The deposit will be deducted from your final bill or can be refunded to your card when you arrive at the restaurant

Thank you for your understanding and we welcome you warmly to our Restaurant.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

11 Aug 2022

19:00

Booked 14 times today

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of Operation
Daily 1:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(01) 670 3110
Website
http://www.lacaverna.ie/
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Giuseppe Mancinni
Catering
Romantic, Private Events, Business Meetings, etc
Private party facilities
La Caverna has 3 separate dining rooms.The Cellar Dinning Room seats up to 28 guestsThe Mirror Dinning Room seats up to 35 guestsThe Candles Dinning Room seats up to 40 guests.Each Dinning Room can be privately booked The entire Restaurant can be privately booked for different events For more details , please call the restaurant.
Private party contact
Dan-Restaurant Manager : (01) 670 3110

Location
12 Fownes Street Upper, Temple Bar, Dublin, Co. Dublin D02 PY51
Area
Temple Bar
Cross Street
Dame Street
Parking Details
Public Lot
Public Transit
<br>Luas Red Line, Dublin Bus - 11a, 11b, 13a, 16, 16a, 19, 19a, 46a, 51b, 51c, 68, 69, 78a, 83, 121, 122, 123
Entertainment
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Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

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Popular dishes

Home-Made Breads€6.95
Served with two dips and marinated olives.
Bruschetta al Pomodoro€5.95
Fresh beef tomatoes with torn basil and garlic, served on crusty Italian bread with extra virgin olive oil.
La Caverna Garlic Bread€4.95
Home-made Italian bread with garlic and extra virgin olive oil, served with or without cheese.
Sautéed Mussels€9.95
Pan-fried Galway Bay Mussels sautéed in an aromatic tomato based sauce or in a creamy white wine and garlic sauce.
Grilled Squid€10.95
Marinated grilled Squid, served on a bed of guacamole salad with citrus dressing.
Garlic Prawns€10.95
Pan-fried Tiger Prawns tossed in garlic butter with stir-fried vegetables and served with rice.
Home-Made Spring Rolls€7.95
Vegetarian Spring Roll served with chilli sauce.
Chicken Wings€8.95
Italian Style Chicken Wings, Marinated in our home made spicy sauce oven roasted and finished on the grill. Served with blue cheese sauce on the side.
Selection of Italian Cured Meats€12.95
Bresaola, Proscuitto Crudo, Strolghino & Cacciatore Salami, selection of dips and toasted Italian Garlic Bread.
Chef's Home-Made Soup€6.95
Served with home-made Italian bread.
Minestrone Soup€7.50
Fresh traditional Italian vegetable soup, served with home-made Italian bread.
Goats Cheese Salad€9.95
Made with fresh rocket and spinach salad, walnuts, caramelised onion, balsamic reduction and green pesto.
Smoked Buffalo Mozzarella Salad€9.95
Fresh Juice tomatoes and smoked Buffalo mozzarella layered with a drizzling of extra virgin olive oil and torn basil.
Caesar Salad€9.95
Our own Caesar dressing, comprising Romaine lettuce, croutons, Parmesan and served with a choice of Smoked Salmon, Char-grilled Chicken or Bacon.

Main Courses

Angus T-Bone Steak€25.95
12 Oz (340gr) Irish T-bone steak, served with a choice of garlic or pepper sauce, home-made fries or garlic potatoes.
Fillet Steak€25.95
8 Oz (227gr) tender Fillet of beef, served with pepper or garlic sauce, home made fries or garlic potatoes.
Rib Eye Steak€25.95
10 Oz (283gr) Rib Eye Steak, served with pepper or garlic sauce, home-made fries or garlic potatoes.
Sirloin Steak / Entrecote€22.95
8 Oz (227gr) Sirloin Steak, served with pepper or garlic sauce, home-made fries or garlic potatoes.
Rack of Lamb€23.95
Marinated lamb cutlets cooked over a charcoal grill and served with red wine sauce and vegetables.
Lamb Shank€21.95
Served with mash potatoes, rosemary and red wine sauce and mixed vegetables.
La Caverna Chicken€21.95
Baked Butterflied breast of Chicken, rolled with Parma Ham, Served on a bed of champ potatoes with Wild mushrooms and grilled asparagus and a smooth brandy and gorgonzola sauce.
La Caverna Scallops & Prawns€22.95
Pan fried scallops and prawns, served with a saffron and asparagus cream sauce on a bed of fresh Tagliatelle.
Fillet of Salmon€22.95
Marinated fillet of Salmon, served with rice, topped with grilled tiger prawns with a creamy white wine and tarragon sauce.
Grilled Whole Sea Bass€22.95
Grilled Sea Bass served with butter lemon sauce and rice.
Our Famous Cozze€20.95
Talked about all over Dublin ! Our fresh Galway Bay Mussels are served in our creamy wine sauce or in a simple but very tasty garlic broth. Served with garlic bread.

Pasta

All the below dishes are served with a choice of Fresh Spaghetti / Tagliatelle or Dry Penne Pasta.

Arrabiata€12.95
Is a spicy sauce for pasta made from garlic, cherry tomatoes, red chilli peppers and spring onion, cooked in olive oil and fresh basil.
Primavera€13.95
Sauteed brocolli, white onion, courgets, asparagus Olives, chery tomatoes, champignon and wild mushrooms in a creamy white wine sauce with a touch of tomato.
Burrata Napoletana€16.95
Rich Italian tomato based sauce with fresh basil garlic, chilli and herbs topped with a delicious Bufallo Burrata Chesse.
Pollo Siciliana€15.95
A blend of chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spring onion and mushrooms in a creamy white wine sauce.
Bolognese€14.95
A traditional Italian meat sauce.
Carbonara€14.95
Smoked bacon, tossed in a velvety cream sauce with Parmesan,cracked pepper and finished with yolk egg.
Salsa al Salmone Affumicato€14.95
An enticing combination of smoked salmon, spring onion spinach and cherry tomatoes in a creamy blue cheese and white wine sauce.
Manzo€16.45
Seasoned stripes of beef cooked with chilli, onion, olives, fresh tomato, garlic and red wine sauce.

Organic Wheat Pasta or Glutten Free Pasta

Tortellini€15.95
Ricotta and spinach smothered with a choice of napoletana sauce or creamy white wine and cheese sauce.
Italian Risotto€16.95
Traditional Italian Risotto with chicken, mushroom, mixed peppers and asparagus.
Beef Lasagne€18.95
Home - made, traditional Italian style lasagne, made with 100% steak minced beef. Served with Fries or Salad.
Vegan Lasagne€18.95
Home - made, traditional Italian style lasagne, made with roasted vegetables. Served with Fries or Salad.

Pizza

Margheritta€12.95
The classic, with rich tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella and basil.
Hawaiiana€14.45
Pizza sauce topped with mozzarella, pineapple and ham.
Quattro Formaggi€14.95
Pizza sauce topped with a delicious combination of mozzarella, goats cheese, blue cheese and parmesan.
Gardiniera€14.95
Tomato, mozzarella, mushrooms, mixed peppers, red onion, courgette and broccoli.
Little Italy€15.95
Our traditional Italian pizza – mushrooms, red onion, mixed peppers, pepperoni, ham and chicken.
Mexican – Hot'n Spicy€15.95
Pizza sauce topped with mozzarella, onions, roast peppers, jalapeños, egg and spicy ground beef.
Calzone€16.95
Traditional folded pizza, filled with encasing mozzarella, ham, pepperoni, mushrooms, onion and fresh herbs.
Carne€16.95
A meaty combination of pepperoni, chicken, ham, bacon and salami, topped with lashings of mozzarella cheese.

Extra Toppings

Choice of:

Toppings #1€2.15
Bacon, Ham, Salami, Pepperoni, Chicken, Anchovies, Prawns, Mussels, Calamari.
Toppings #2€1.45
Champignon Mushrooms, Wild Mushrooms, Red or White Onions, Mixed Peppers, Olives, Asparagus, Courgette(Zucchini).
Toppings #3€1.95
Blue Cheese(Gorgonzola), Goat Cheese, Parmesan.
Toppings #4€5.95
Bufallo Buratta Cheese(125gr): Burrata is a fresh Italian cheese made from mozzarella and cream. The outer shell is solid mozzarella, while the inside contains stracciatella and cream, giving it an unusual, soft texture.

Side Orders

4.95 €

Sautéed Onions
Sautéed Mushrooms
Sautéed Fresh Seasonal Vegetables
Fried Spinach
Mixed Salad
Home – Made Cut Chips
Shoestring Fries
Mash Potatoes
Champ
Garlic Potatoes

What 573 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Dublin 2
Good Vegetarian Options
Dublin 2
Italian

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Normski
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
First visit to this restaurant. From the moment we entered the premises everything was first class. Staff were friendly and attentive. Food was first class. Would certainly recommend this restaurant and will visit again on our next trip to Dublin
SM
SineadM
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I'd highly recommend La Caverna, great food and service. The staff are really lovely.
NL
NatachaL
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 August 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
best vegan menu, you can order anything because you know it will taste amazing
A
Aline
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 31 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great. I'm definitely coming back.
GE
GELLISIE
Dublin
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 29 July 2022
overall4food5service4ambience3
The food is excellent and is very good value, particularly as La Caverna is in the middle of Temple Bar which is notoriously expensive. The only issue I had with the entire expeerience is that the booking system is confusing and, for me at least, unnecessarily complex. I would definitely recommend La Caverna.
RO
RogerO
Dublin
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 29 July 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Very relaxed atmosphere. Food was very nice and good portions. Good value for money. I felt the service was a little rushed but it's a minor complaint. We will go again.
D
Declan
Dublin
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 26 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
excellent meal, v good quality excellent value and 1st class service, highly recommended
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dublin
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 22 July 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
Really enjoyed the food. Service was super. My only small issue was that one of the ceiling lights near our table kept flickering. A little bit annoying. Would definitely eat there again.
P
Patrick
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 16 July 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Food fab. Service fab. Ambience fab. A big tight downstairs but that really wasn't an issue. Overall.... we will be back....and back... Regards and thank you Pat ocarroll
MM
MathewM
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food. The best Italian food I’ve had in a long time!
D
Dave
Dublin
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 July 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Been here many times, seating can be quite tight but the service and food is worth it.
RA
ReeseA
New England
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on 11 July 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Cute place with a dining area in a brick wine cellar. Service was great and food was nice and well priced.
PL
PatrikL
Dublin
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 10 July 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Pizza and pasta were very tasty and good. Very nice atmosphere down in the basement.
DR
DaniilR
Dublin
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 9 July 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
The food was served at this time very quickly literally in 10 min. Not a bad place, though the staff are not well trained in my opinion. They wouldn't say a nice word or small talk. All in all, not a bad place. Not excellent either.
JR
JakeR
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely food
NB
NoelleB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were in the cellar section. While I had eaten in that restaurant, I was never in the cellar before. It was lovely. The food and wine was fabulous
A
Aidinis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went here with my friend yesterday 05/07/22 and I got the 4 course meal, I got Garlic Prawns which were not too filling so I had space for the main course for which I got a Ribeye Steak which I got done rare, the steak was absolutely phenomenal and came with some caramelized onions under it, a mild pepper sauce with what I think was cream added in to make it milder and some chunky chips, I then got a Tiramisu for my dessert and let me tell you this Tiramisu has to be the best tiramisu I've had outside of Italy. The cream on top of the tiramisu was light and creamy and not too overpowering and as I got down to the bottom of the ramekin it was served in I got hints of some coffee liqueur. It was absolutely incredible and I will come again if I get the chance.
TM
TracyM
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 4 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great setting and even better food - close to Temple Bar District
BH
BillH
Chicago
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 3 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful time. The food was excellent. Our server, Denisa was so nice and took extra care of us. I would highly recommend this restaurant.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dublin
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 1 July 2022
overall3food5service4ambience3
We were seated on the very top floor at the back of the seating area. Very dark under the air conditioning unit. Pity because there seems to be much nicer areas in the restaurant. Very cramped and quiet felt like everyone can hear conversations. Could have done with some music. Felt a bit envious of people seated in other floors because the atmosphere was much better. The service however was very good and the food was excellent.
AK
AndrewK
Charleston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 30 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Make sure you eat downstairs, that’s where the ambiance is. The servers were wonderful and very patient. Lots of vegan options and everything was very tasty. We will definitely return, when in Dublin. Don’t hesitate…book your table!
NA
NaomiA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food. Would 100% recommend. The wings were lovely and the dessert was so good!!
KR
KRW321
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Most atmospheric when seated downstairs...feels like a cellar
D
Doireann
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Restaurant was fabulous. Food, wine and the whole atmosphere was really lovely. So reasonably priced and as mentioned food was divine! Also for any vegans, huge menu to cater for vegans!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 27 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great ambience, delicious food, lots of vegan and traditional meals offered. Had a whole vegan section of the menu. My family raves about the wine. If you can, try to get a spot downstairs. It appears to be an old wine cellar.
MM
MaizieM
Liverpool
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 26 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely the best Italian food we have ever had! Was unbelievable and the portions were huge too!
MG
MayankG
Dublin
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 26 June 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
Good little place with an amazing wine and food selection. They also have vegan and gluten free items on the menu which is a big plus. Portion sizes are very good and the food tastes amazing. It although gets cramped in the wine cellar section when it's busy.
JH
JodiH
San Francisco
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 26 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We live in the US and had eaten here several years back. We could t wait to go again and it did not disappoint. We had a wonderful meal is a warm and welcoming environment. Service was great and we will go here again on our next trip to Dublin.
N
Ngnsireland
Palm Springs
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 25 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic atmosphere, excellent food and drinks served up by the most incredible team, loved it all!!
DG
DavidG
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 25 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service, atmosphere and food was outstanding. We would recommend.
MN
MichaelN
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 25 June 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Lovely place good food and excellent service would definitely go back
LC
LynnC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 25 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Carbonara was delicious and risotto was also delicious
GR
GrahamRenee
Dublin
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 24 June 2022
overall2food2service3ambience3
My partner got Mexican pizza, there was so much mince on it it was too heavy to lift and falling everywhere. We pointed it out to manager and waitress. It had stopped me from eating altogether. The soup came out of microwave, dangerously hot, we also brought that to attention of staff and was playfully ignored.
MS
MartinS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 24 June 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Loved the interior. Full of charm and character. Staff were brilliant and couldn't fault them. Food was tasty too! I think it's good value for Dublin
CC
CoolCucumber
Toronto
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 17 June 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Good food, small place, busy on weekends
PO
PatriciaO
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 17 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a special occasion and went to La Caverna afterwards for dinner on a Friday evening. Service was superb, as was the food. Downstairs filled up but never felt too crowded and we could carry on normal conversation. Highly +++ recommended and will definitely return.
E
Evka
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 17 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Fantastic vegan menu. Great stuff. Totally affordable. Will definitely go again!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Minneapolis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 16 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and great service - server helped with wine and great suggestions
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dublin
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 14 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the service and food. Whole fish was spectacular
AK
AleksanderK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
I would recommend this restaurant, it was nice experience to go there. Maybe it was a bit too crowded and noisy but it was Friday so it’s a normal thing.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waiting staff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from La Caverna Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar using the Order Online button. La Caverna Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar also offers delivery in partnership with Deliveroo and Just Eat. La Caverna Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (01) 670 3110.

La Caverna Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar is rated 4.5 stars by 573 OpenTable diners.

La Caverna Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.