Cava Wine Bar & Restaurant

4.3

81 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

20 Dec 2024

22:00

Booked 4 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Great for fine wines
Great for outdoor dining

Cava Wine Bar offers Chef Nube Siguenza’s modern approach to Italian cuisine with local ingredients, fresh seasonal menus and a family principle of hospitality.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Wine Bar
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon, Tue, Thu–Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 3:00 pm–8:30 pm Thu–Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(203) 966-6946
Website
http://www.cavawinebar.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Chef Nube Siguenza

Location
2 Forest St, New Canaan, CT 06840
Area
New Canaan
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

CapreseUS$12.00
house mozzarella, heirloom tomato, balsamic vinaigrette, basil
Eggplant ParmesanUS$12.00
house mozzarella, tomato ragu, basil pesto
Mac & CheeseUS$12.00
Cavatelli, fontina cheese, white cheddar, roasted bread crumbs
Market SaladUS$10.00
balsamic vinaigrette, cherry tomatoes, shaved parmesan
Pear SaladUS$11.00
baby arugula, radicchio, roasted walnuts, manchego cheese, pear vinaigrette
Shaved Brussel Sprout SaladUS$12.00
parmesan risotto cake, truffle vinaigrette
Soup of the DayUS$12.00
Fresh daily
Steamed MusselsUS$12.00
marinara, tomato, garlic, basil

Seconds

Caprese Pesto Sandwich
fresh mozzarella, heirloom tomatoes, pesto sauce, arugula, house made chips
Chicken Milanese or PaillardUS$18.00
Arugula salad, heirloom tomatos, lemon aioli, parmesan
Chicken PiccataUS$18.00
Mashed potatoes, sauteed spinach, caper sauce
Clasic CheeseburgerUS$18.00
Grafton cheddar, brioche bread, smoked tomato mayo, lettuce, tomato, everything spiced fries
Crispy Chicken WrapUS$16.00
caramelized onions, roasted peppers, lettuce, tomato, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, ranch, mixed greens
PappardelleUS$18.00
roasted shredded chicken, wild mushrooms, porcini sauce, parmesan, truffle oil
Spring OmeletteUS$16.00
Tomato, onions, spinach, cheddar cheese, mixed green
Wood Grilled SalmonUS$19.00
fingerling potatoes, roasted carrots, beet vinaigrette

A La Carte

Starters

CapreseUS$12.00
House mozzarella, heirloom tomato, balsamic vinaigrette, basil
Crispy ArtichokesUS$15.00
lemon aioli, jalapeños, cilantro, red onions, ricotta salata
Eggplant ParmesanUS$12.00
house mozzarella, tomato ragu, basil pesto
Fried CalamariUS$12.00
Marinara sauce, lemon aioli
Grilled CalamariUS$16.00
white bean puree, cherry tomatoes, rosemary, anchovies
House-Made MeatballsUS$13.00
basil, oregano, fresh tomato sauce, parmesan cheese, crostini
Mac & CheeseUS$12.00
cavatelli, fontina, white cheddar, herb breadcrumbs
Market SaladUS$10.00
balsamic vinaigrette, cherry tomatoes, shaved parmesan
Pear SaladUS$11.00
baby arugula, radicchio, roasted walnuts, manchengo cheese, pear vinaigrette
Shaved Brussels Sprouts SaladUS$10.00
parmesan risotto cake, truffle vinaigrette
Spicy Salmon TartareUS$14.00
Jalapeño, lemon zest, arugula salad, house-made potato chips
Steamed MusselsUS$12.00
Marinara, tomato, garlic, basil
Tuna TartareUS$16.00
avocado puree, shallots, cilantro, ginger soy sauce

Seconds

Broccoli Rabe & Sausage PizzaUS$18.00
White pizza, home-made fennel sausage, broccoli rabe
Chicken Caesar SaladUS$14.00
Hearts of romaine, grilled chicken, radish, radicchio, cherry tomatoes, shaved parmesan
Chicken MilaneseUS$15.00
lemon aioli, baby arugula, heirloom tomatoes, parmesan
Chicken PaillardUS$18.00
lemon aioli, baby arugula, heirloom tomatoes, parmesan
Chicken PiccataUS$18.00
mashed potatoes, sauteed spinach, capers sauce
Chicken WrapUS$15.00
caramelized onions, roasted peppers, lettuce, tomato, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, ranch, mixed greens
Classic CheeseburgerUS$18.00
Grafton cheddar, brioche bread, lettuce, tomato, everything spiced fries
Frutti di MareUS$21.00
White pizza, shrimp, calamari, scallops, smoked bacon, cherry peppers
Grilled Shrimp SaladUS$16.00
Baby arugula, radish, radicchio, red onions, honey mustard vinaigrette
Linguine VongoleUS$23.00
littleneck clams, white wine, garlic, parsley, red pepper flakes, cherry tomatoes
Margherita PizzaUS$12.00
homemade mozzarella, tomato ragu, basil, heirloom tomatoes
PappardelleUS$18.00
roasted shredded chicken, wild mushrooms, porcini sauce, parmesan, truffle oil
Pea RavioliUS$17.00
Stuffed with ricotta cheese, fava beans, cor, butter sauce, parmesan
Pollo & Fungi PizzaUS$18.00
white pizza, roasted chicken, wild mushrooms, shallots
Ricotta GnocchiUS$20.00
Classic Bolognese, aged parmesan
Roasted Vegetables PizzaUS$18.00
White pizza, sauted brussels sprouts, wild mushrooms, spinach
Sausage TagliatelleUS$18.00
home-made fennel sausage, broccoli rabe, basil-pesto sauce
Shrimp ScampiUS$24.00
Mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, red pepper flakes, cherry tomatoes
Spring OmeletteUS$14.00
Ham, tomato, onions, spinach, cheddar cheese, mixed greens
Wood Fire Hanger SteakUS$28.00
Truffle mashd potatoes, broccoli rabe, veal reduction
Wood-Grilled SalmonUS$19.00
fingerling potatoes, roasted carrots, beet vinaigrette

What 81 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cava Wine Bar & Restaurant in New Canaan offers "delicious and varied" fixed-price meals, making it a "reliable" choice for lunch or dinner. Patrons rave about the "great service" and "inviting atmosphere". The outdoor patio dining provides a charming setting, although some suggest enhancements. A "go-to spot" for many!

81 Reviews

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Michael
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great meal, good wine selection. Daily specials are wonderful
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Catherine
VIP
New York City
29 reviews
1.0
29 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
I was sorely disappointed today , my first time at this restaurant . I had read some good reviews so was looking forward to my visit . The restaurant is excessively noisy . The staff was lovely and no complaints there. The food however was awful . We both ordered grilled chicken salads . The chicken must have been packaged , sliced chicken breast . It was dry and tasteless. The salad dressing had a terrible fishy taste and the tomatoes were tasteless . A plate of tasteless chicken and salad out of a package cost 16 dollars . I will never go back to this restaurant .
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Artie
VIP
New York City
13 reviews
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Good ambience, nice bar, and good food, but service was poor. They need staff.
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Lloyd
VIP
New York City
66 reviews
4.0
66 reviews
Dined on 27 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We were a party of four for dinner. We shared a Margherita pizza as an appetizer. For entrees, we had Chicken Parmigiana, Chicken Scarpariello, Seafood Rissoto and Eggplant Parmesan. Everything was delicious and the portions were generous. We will definitely visit the restaurant again.
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Christina
New York City
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on 27 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious! Everyone enjoyed their meals and cocktails.
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Peter
New York City
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 27 October 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Put in specific requests about our a family who was hard of hearing, and that it was a birthday. Host was so checked out he didn’t even look at my reservation when we arrived. Offered us the table next to the front door and silverware trays. Thankfully our waiter was nice.
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Annie
VIP
New York City
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 3 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
the staff is very friendly, the ambience is wonderful and the food is always delicious. One of my favorite spots to eat!
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Jan
VIP
New York City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 9 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely food, great service, inviting atmosphere! Definitely a go to spot.
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JAZJR
VIP
New York City
48 reviews
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on 30 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and ambience. Service was very good as well.
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JodyH
VIP
New York City
12 reviews
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on 26 July 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We sat outside. The tables are plastic (could use table clothes) and not level due to the curb outside the restaurant. The food was ok. I had the special watermelon arugula salad. Nice presentation but something I always make at home. Then I had the special lobster and shrimp homemade fettuccine special. The shrimp were overcooked and there was no distinct flavor for the pasta. My husband had the eggplant parm app and a decent burger. Overall, it was good but not great.
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FAQs

Cava Wine Bar & Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 966-6946.

Cava Wine Bar & Restaurant is rated 4.3 stars by 81 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

20 Dec 2024

22:00

Booked 4 times today

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Google Map for Cava Wine Bar & Restaurant

2 Forest St, New Canaan, CT 06840

Additional information

Area
New Canaan
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon, Tue, Thu–Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 3:00 pm–8:30 pm Thu–Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Executive Chef
Chef Nube Siguenza
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.cavawinebar.com/
Phone number
(203) 966-6946

Cava Wine Bar & Restaurant

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Lunch Prix Fixe

Starters

CapreseUS$12.00

Eggplant ParmesanUS$12.00

Mac & CheeseUS$12.00

Market SaladUS$10.00

Pear SaladUS$11.00

Shaved Brussel Sprout SaladUS$12.00

Soup of the DayUS$12.00

Steamed MusselsUS$12.00

Seconds

Caprese Pesto Sandwich

Chicken Milanese or PaillardUS$18.00

Chicken PiccataUS$18.00

Clasic CheeseburgerUS$18.00

Crispy Chicken WrapUS$16.00

PappardelleUS$18.00

Spring OmeletteUS$16.00

Wood Grilled SalmonUS$19.00

A La Carte

Starters

CapreseUS$12.00

Crispy ArtichokesUS$15.00

Eggplant ParmesanUS$12.00

Fried CalamariUS$12.00

Grilled CalamariUS$16.00

House-Made MeatballsUS$13.00

Mac & CheeseUS$12.00

Market SaladUS$10.00

Pear SaladUS$11.00

Shaved Brussels Sprouts SaladUS$10.00

Spicy Salmon TartareUS$14.00

Steamed MusselsUS$12.00

Tuna TartareUS$16.00

Seconds

Broccoli Rabe & Sausage PizzaUS$18.00

Chicken Caesar SaladUS$14.00

Chicken MilaneseUS$15.00

Chicken PaillardUS$18.00

Chicken PiccataUS$18.00

Chicken WrapUS$15.00

Classic CheeseburgerUS$18.00

Frutti di MareUS$21.00

Grilled Shrimp SaladUS$16.00

Linguine VongoleUS$23.00

Margherita PizzaUS$12.00

PappardelleUS$18.00

Pea RavioliUS$17.00

Pollo & Fungi PizzaUS$18.00

Ricotta GnocchiUS$20.00

Roasted Vegetables PizzaUS$18.00

Sausage TagliatelleUS$18.00

Shrimp ScampiUS$24.00

Spring OmeletteUS$14.00

Wood Fire Hanger SteakUS$28.00

Wood-Grilled SalmonUS$19.00

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