We came here to try the items on their vegan menu. We got the vegan spring rolls, vegan lasagna, and vegan giardiniera pizza. All of the food came out at a good time and tasted great! Our waiter was Patrick and he gave us great service; he was friendly, attentive, kind, and friendly. There is seating on the main and an upper floors. The prices are not the cheapest, but I think it's worth it for the area and the quality. Overall, I would return. read more

La Caverna Restaurant and Wine Bar - Vegan lasagna with side salad, vegan giardiniera pizza - Italian Near Me - Dublin, D

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We loved this restaurant and the people working there. We now feel that we have a restaurant in Dublin. Alleluia! The folks aim to please and the food and wine are wonderful. My husband loved the pizza and I loved the spaghetti. All high quality. The setting is sweet and we can't wait to return! read more

Hidden Gems in Dublin. Fantastic Italian food. We had pizza, risotto and their seafood special. All surprisingly delicious. Tiny restaurant locally owned. We didn't have a reservation but would recommend you schedule in advance if possible. Grateful they fit us in.. read more

What a gem! Everything here is made fresh daily--you can truly taste the difference. The food is outstanding, the service is warm and attentive, and the portions are generous. It's a hidden treasure for anyone who loves authentic Italian cuisine. I stopped by during the early bird special and was impressed not just by the value, but by how perfectly located and cozy this place is. Highly recommended! read more

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Exceptional and impeccable service from beginning to end of a 2 hour dinner. Beautiful presentation of exquisite Italian cuisine with something to impress the most discerning palate. Dessert was absolutely amazing. Everything surpassed any restaurant experience I've had throughout Europe and North America. First class service and outstanding food. Congratulations on your 5-Star rating! read more

I had a nice lunch there. Went with two courses, the real star was the caprice salad. A lot of mozzarella and excellent tomatoes, despite not being in season. Would highly recommend it. The lamb shank was good with a nice flavor, glad they offered to substitute sweet potato fries for the mashed (which I don't eat). The sweet potato fries had a very nice seasoning. The big disappointment were the veg, just steamed they looked miserable and really weren't worth eating, reminded me of 1970s Ireland. Despite the veg, good meal at a fair price. read more

Fabulous restaurant in an old building that has the ambience and service and fabulous food!!' We had Caesar salads, bruschetta, and tagliatelle fruiti di Mari. It was full of seafood and flavor. Highly recommend. read more

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We were seated promptly after being told of a long wait at another nearby establishment we were trying to get into which we probably on second thought should have waited for. We waited awhile for our server to take a drink order as it became clear she was overrun with the 9 tables she was doing. The drinks were all good and we ordered veg spring rolls (2) which came and were tasty with a nice sauce. My daughter had a classic pizza, I the caverns special chicken and my hubs the pasta with burrata. Then we waited again, and again, and again for the check. And again and again and again for the waitress to have a moment to bring the machine for the card. I did feel very badly for her she was doing her best. This place was the most expensive meal we had had in Dublin so far. Unfortunately the next day my husband was insanely sick all night and in the am, probably the burrata is my guess, either too rich or food poisoning. read more

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would recommend this place for a date night, girls night out, or family dinner! the food was AMAZING!!!! we got the steak and the tagliatelle burrata as well as the spaghetti nduja and everything was delicious. huge shoutout for the service as well - they sat us even when we were waitlisted without a reservation and were super attentive and kind throughout the night. 20/10 would definitely come back. read more

La Caverna Restaurant and Wine Bar - Italian Near Me - Dublin, D

Our waitress was extremely nice and the ambiance of course was very unique and cool. I ordered Maza with penne pasta at the waitresses suggestion and the steak was very tough and the pasta sauce was essentially brown gravy with a little extra black pepper. Definitely an interesting take on a pasta dish and seemed to be relevant to the area but not my favorite and my girlfriend was not incredibly impressed with her food either. I am not someone who is a wine snob, but there is a point in which wine does go bad and the glass of wine I ordered had probably been open for a good couple of weeks and was not drinkable. The price was very reasonable for the quantity of food. read more

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Excellent service, spectacular food and great ambiance. I have celiac and the accommodated with a great prawn dish that was spicy. The starter was accompanied by GF toast which I used to soak up the prawn sauce. Main course was penne bolognese. As a Mew Yorker who has eaten at many Italian restaurants, i can only say: Outstanding! My wife had Gf garlic bread as a starter which was our only disappointment as it was bland. She jaded the chicken La Caverna which she absolutely loved! The wine list is excellent with a wide variety. My wife and I cannot say enough nice things about the food and service. Go there and Mangia! read more

I was drawn to this restaurant because they have an extensive vegan menu! It is hard to come by a restaurant that accommodates well to both veg and non-veg eaters. It is a small hole in the wall and cozy restaurant. The staff was very sweet and helpful. After a 13 hr excursion to the Cliffs of Moher we were so hungry and dove right in so I forgot to take pictures :(. I ordered the vegan primavera pasta and give it a 3/5 because the pasta was overcooked and got mushy and fell apart towards the end. The red sauce also could have had more flavor. But I give it overall 4 stars because my friend ordered the mussels appetizer and the lasagna and she loved both! I look forward to returning and trying something with their vegan meats. read more

OMG. Where do I even start... the ambiance in the bottom cavern is so intimate and such a great spot for a date. Right in the heart of the Temple bar district without feeling dirty or crowded. The food was absolutely amazing! We originally came for just a glass of wine and ended up staying for a bottle, appetizers, dinner and dessert to go! Highly recommend! 5 stars read more

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Great little Italian spot in downtown Temple Bar area. I was surprised that the food was as good as it was for the area to be honest. I went with a group of friends and everyone enjoyed their meal, it was definitely nice to have some good Italian food in Dublin, especially being from New York. I would recommend it to both locals and visitors alike. I would come here again on my next trip. read more

La Caverna is an excellent restaurant. The food is amazing and Denisa is attentive and friendly. She knows the menu and the wine selections well. We liked it here so much that we ate here several times during our stay. The downstairs area is very unique, so the noise level seems louder. If you want a lower noise level, I recommend the main level. They have a great selection of vegan options. I had the vegan schnitzel and everyone at the table really liked it. This is one of the best restaurants we have eaten at in Ireland. Highly recommended! read more

Amazing environment, staff, and food. The drinks were delicious. Peach Bellini & the Mojito were refreshing. Definitely recommend

I am giving this 5 stars for the food and service . The noise level here is very high but the food definitely makes up for that . The Tiramisu is probably some of the best I've ever had and the vegan bruschetta is excellent along with the mozzarella tomato salad . Top it off with an authentic Irish coffee that was also delicious ! We are definitely coming here again when in Dublin ! read more

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Cool vibe but subpar vegetarian food. I wish we had gone somewhere else. I got the vegetarian lasagna and would not recommend. My boyfriend felt sick to his stomach mid meal as well. read more

Very good dinners, appetizers, wine! We had the charcuterie plate to start, wow! alot even for two people. We had the mussels and the pasta with burrata and shared a side of frsg veggies. Everything was delicious! No room for dessert but saw a few dishes go by and will leave room next time. The room and environment is quiet and peaceful, romantic! They did NOT honour the yelp 10% off check in and said they stopped that years ago. Still loved the food and place! read more

Great place for steak, it is listed as an Italian place, but they are good for steak as well. Great selection of red wines, staff is very attentive and they have this fish tanks built inside the table, which I thought it was different. The restaurant is located in the Temple bar area. read more

La Caverna Restaurant and Wine Bar - Fish tank built in the table - Italian Near Me - Dublin, D

I went to La Caverna for a dinner date with my beau last week. He had made a reservation which we were very late for (had I known there was a reservation I would have been there on time as I am in the industry and know how annoying it is when people dont show or show late) We arrived there at about 9:30pm and was greated by a nice young man with menus in hand. Apart from us there was one other couple there enjoying a meal, but it was Tuesday night! The inside is quite nice, and I can imagine would have a nice atmosphere if it were more full of people. The tables have really cool little fish tanks sunk into them with a couple of tiny fish inside. There was nice music playing in the background, I can't quite remember what but it suited the mood for sure. We ordered a nice bottle of Valpolicella for the meal and it arrived after two glasses of iced tapwater which we didnt ask for but was appreciated. For starters we ordered the Chicken Wings and Calamari. I'm a huge calamari (and any fish) fan and these were delivered in a short time and were perectly cooked, placed on a bed of green salad with a beautiful lightly spiced tomato sauce for dipping. A winner for me-only complaint was there was not enough of them! I don't eat wings but after finishing my calamari so quickly I indulged in one or two, a good sized portion which my dining partner thoroughly enjoyed with a nice blue-cheese dressing. For main courses, we enjoyed a t-bone steak and a venison steak. Unfortunatley, despite the venison being cooked and served as I had requested the t-bone was more than slightly over cooked (we asked for meduim and got welldone). These were served with a side of garlic gratin potatoes which were delish and not a morsel left behind. We didnt stay for dessert as we were already late (not that we were being rushed because the staff respectfully gave us as much space and privacy as we could have asked for) but there were some cocktials to be had elsewhere. Would I recommend it as a great place to eat? Good but not great, but yes, worth venturing in to try it for yourself. I would however, recommend you avail of the early-bird menu as the pricing on there is more appropriate to the product. The days of charging €24 for a steak and over-cooking it are gone and on a table for two you could easily save yourself about €40! read more

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We wanted one last good meal on our last night in Dublin before heading back to the US and chose La Caverna due to proximity and the ability to have vegan options. Upon entering we found a quiet atmosphere that created a nice ambiance but wasn't too pretentious that we felt under dressed. I debated on ordering the pasta arrabiata but when I saw the vegan lasagna I took the chance and ordered that. Sadly the lasagna is not vegan as it had cheese. (The menu should state vegetarian) While I do my best to avoid all animal-based products I understand there's always a chance of miscommunication or lack of knowledge and it happens. I do not willingly order something like pizza and remove the cheese, however in this circumstance I went with the flow, removing the cheese and ate the otherwise delicious lasagna. My husband ordered a steak with mashed potatoes and had no complaints. Aside from the vegan vs vegetarian menu mix up it was otherwise an enjoyable meal and I would recommend the location for dining as a vegan could always opt for the pasta arrabiata. read more

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Celebrated my parents 50th here on a last minute reservation. We got the best table in the place. The table by the wine rack in the downstaires basement cave. Great intimate setting. We were in ireland for one week. From Galway to kinsale to Dublin. La caverna was our favorite place for the best meal. Atmosphere and service was outstanding. You can't go wrong with the salmon and prawns dish. Moist warm chunk of salmon in this amazing butter sauce tasted like lobster. Our server was great and gladly took group pics for us and with us. I would recommend this place for anyone coming to Dublin. It's in a cool safe area a block from the temple bar district. read more

La Caverna is a lovely Italian restaurant and wine bar in Temple Bar. The food is lovely and honest to goodness Italian. They have good deals on with things like two for one and they also do 10% during the week if you bring a voucher (from their website). The brushetta is lovely (€5.45) and super fresh with lovely tomatoes, basil and garlic. Their main courses can be expensive but if you stick to pasta you'll be ok. I had the Pollo Siciliano (€15.95) which was delicious, splattered all over my face, but delicious! read more

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My favourite restaurant in Dublin since I moved here from Galway. I've had the two course early bird here on multiple occasions and I've never been left disappointed. The menu isn't actually that limited as they allow you to choose any pizza or pasta on top of all other options on the early bird menu. The pasta is a go to for me each time. It's a great spot for couples, it's quite small but romantic. The downstairs is designed like you're in a cave, which i would highly recommend for a big group of people - a Christmas party or birthday celebration would be ideal. I'm actually planning a surprise birthday party here for my friend next month. The staff are very friendly, good speedy service and always accommodate to your needs. A great atmosphere in there every time. It's the most amazing food, for great value. If we head there after 7pm (early bird menu no longer available) I tend to lean towards the t-bone steak - a steal at €23 and by far up there with the nicest steak I've had in Dublin - my boyfriend agrees, who has lived here all of his life. Served with chips and pepper sauce, my mouth is watering at the thought!! The mussels are also a must. read more

La Caverna Restaurant and Wine Bar - La Caverna t-bone steak - amazing! - Italian Near Me - Dublin, D

Very delicious Italian meal in Dublin! Fabulous wine selection and good service. Great atmosphere throughout, staff was very helpful and food tasted so fresh! read more

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Just received a personal message from the owner, calling me an 'a', so I thought I would just elaborate a little bit on my review. They promote themselves as an Italian restaurant, but they serve many non Italian dishes, for instance spring rolls. Just says a little bit about how confused they are about the art of gastronomy. We were 7 people. Most of the food wasn't eaten, because it was uneatable. The starters were obviously preprepared and just heated. We suspect the pizza dough was bought finished, like the ones you get in a super market. Steaks were ordered medium rare but over cooked. One of us ordered a mozzarella salad, and complained that the mozzarella was not tasting right. The owner rejected it, and came to us and said we hurt his feelings. We didn't even bother ordering anything else, since we were convinced that they could just not do better. The toilet was very low standard, bad finish and with plastic marble look walls. The staff was polite, but the owner/manager doesn't have the any idea what just decent customer service is. The wine was ok but very disappointing experience overall. read more

Delicious food! Friendly staff and cute location. Restaurant was easy to find and making a reservation through yelp was easy. I had been dreaming about tortellini and ordering it at La Caverna did not disappoint. Cesar salad was actual Cesar (in Ireland most Cesar's come with field greens instead of romaine) so I was pleasantly surprised. Lastly, baileys cheesecake was smooth and creamy. It was very light and not as rich and thick like normal cheesecake. Must try in Dublin if you want a girls or date night out. Only con: Temp upstairs was a little too hot on a cold evening. read more

We found this amazing restaurant. We ate in the lower level that was like an old wine grotto. Not only was that perfect, our dinner, wine and our service was exceptional. A memorable evening. read more

What a gem of Temple Bar this is! Beautifully decorated restaurant, really feels like you are in Italy. The food was excellent, especially the lasagne. The wine selection is also fab! Thanks for a great evening, cant wait to return! read more

I loved this restaurant. Great variety, excellent pasta, friendly server. They had a full dining room downstairs and we had no reservation but they still squeezed us in upstairs which I don't think they intended to seat. Our service was stellar, we never waited for anything. We went here as an afterthought and it really blew me away. I wish I found it sooner in my vacation. Highly recommended. read more

Absolutely incredible! I would eat there again and again! Everything was delicious. The service was great and the building is beautiful.

Nice place . The location is nice, the huge mirror helps to avoid the lack of wide, the staff is very kind and always ready for help. Good food. read more

Had the 3-course early-bird here on two occasions. Although the groundspace they occupy is modest they have utilised the space well and you don't feel squashed in. It is a nice area for anything from a 2 person party to 8, of course they can accommodate more than this, but it would be comfortable to chat to up to 8 people. Very friendly staff. Nice atmosphere. Good speed service. Tasty selection of food. For starter I sampled cesar salad, tasty. My company had soup, garlic mushrooms and garlic bread, compliments all round. I've had the burger, very nice. This comes with chips which, although look like plain frozen chips are very tasty and moreish. I don't like the chiabatta that comes with the burger. It is just too hard for its purpose. The chocolate brownie for desert is sickenly good. I will go back and tackle the whole brownie again on an empty stomach and conquer! Coffee is nice. Very pleasant dining experience. I recommend. BEWARE: If you are venturing downstairs the toliets are to the left then if you are seated downstairs there are two more steps down which are not obvious. The dark lighting here makes them quite dangerous. You don't want to ruin a lovely evening. Take car! read more

Saw a photo of the pasta with burrata and had to give it a try. Only issue I had with it is it came out, the pasta itself was cold. Great wine, great bruschetta, great service! Especially on St. Paddy's weekend. Easy to make a reservation, eclectic group of people, very close to Temple Bar! read more

La Caverna Restaurant and Wine Bar - Italian Near Me - Dublin, D

Yes! An Italian place I actually like eating in! La Caverna is my favourite little piece of Italy in Dublin. I recently attended a birthday get together here for my sister and I loved the atmosphere. We were a little cramped in the corner but it was warm and interesting. Certainly a romantic location! It was plain to see how understaffed the restaurant was but this in no way reflected the excellent level of service we received. The menu is great. They've something for the big spenders and something for those of us with tighter purse strings. I decided on wings to start. The wings weren't amazing - then again I don't recall Italy being the wing capital of the western world. I managed to steal a piece of my mothers bruschetta and it left me wishing I had ordered that instead. Amazing flavours and fresh ingredients. Perfect! I had a wonderful tortellini afterwards done in a wonderful white cream sauce. So good! We were the last ones leaving the restaurant and were never rushed by the wait staff. In fact they seemed to enjoy the company a little. Wonderful little gem, highly recommend this place to anyone who likes good, fresh food. read more

Once upon a time I would consider myself biased about La Caverna since it's where I went on my first dinner date with my wife. But the time for bias has passed and if I didn't like the food or thought it was poor value, I wouldn't go. But I do. I always find it to be romantic...probably because of the lighting. The early bird is good value and I especially enjoy the vegetarian spring rolls for starter as they are sizeable. The pasta is always, always tasty and flavoursome. I'm not a dessert person but I've tried the tiramesu on occasion and loved it. It's probably not considered fancy but the interior is really nice and it's a really nice setting. the staff are always friendly and helpful too. read more

I like this place so much. The location is very convenient. At Temple Bar, just beside the Central Bank. The nice thing is that when you look at it from the outside it does not look very interesting, but once you get inside, all change. The place is just lovely and cozy. Before I went there I knew they had a beautiful cellar but it was all busy that night. We were a big group and they set us upstairs. The deco is pretty cool and Italian. It looks a nice options for couples too. The food was delicious and the price was OK. I had a tray of meat as a starter and the risotto as main. The wine list provided us with some laughs. The wine descriptions were so well-done that we couldn't help but read them aloud. Some of them were even sexy, believe me. Very good options for dessert, it was actually hard to decide. They give their own name to their dessert so you will probably need to ask the waitress which one is what. Going back there again for b-day dinner. Yeah, we def like it. read more

La Caverna is the best restaurant I've been to so far since moving to Dublin from California a few months ago. I went there for a dinner date with my boyfriend. I had the mussels and spaghetti and my boyfriend had the venison steak. Both were perfection - especially the venison. If you're looking for a romantic night out, this is your place. I love that it's in Temple Bar because it's easy to grab an after dinner drink or gelato with live Irish music in what I think is the most charming district in all of Dublin. If you check in on Facebook, they'll give you 30% off your next meal, so it goes without saying that we'll be back soon! read more

We had a great experience and would visit again if we are ever back in Dublin! We went here on a Friday night. We made a reservation and we're glad we did, it was pretty busy. However the service was still great and our food came out quickly. The wine list is large and the descriptions are very detailed. The staff is also ver knowledgable about the wine, so if you have any questions they are very helpful. We ended up loving the wine we chose! We started with the garlic bread which was great, but I saw another table order the bruschetta and it looked delicious as well! Both our main dishes (tortilla & another pasta dish my husband got with beef) were great as well, and just the right size. We ordered the Bailey's cheesecake and brownie for dessert which were also incredible! Price is reasonable. It was about 70 euros for an appetizer, two entrees, two desserts and two glasses of wine. Tip - if you tell them it's your birthday, you will get a free glass of Prosecco! read more