Cavatore Italian Restaurant
When we came to this wonderful country, we were received with open arms – and we’re happy here. Our emblem is a blend of Texas, American, and Italian flags.
The name Cavatore and it's coat of arms is over 800 years old and comes from a small medieval village in Northern Italy, near Acqui, in Piedmonte: land of the famous Barolo, Barbera and Dolcetto d'Alba w**es; truffles and of course fantastic food! We wanted to put something in our restaurant that would symbolize Texas and the United States, and found this hundred year old barn in Bastrop. We carefully collected memorabilia from all over Italy that would depict the last hundred years of our country. Many of these items have something to do with the United States – recollecting good times past and even sometimes those that weren’t so good!! The name “Cavatore” and its coat of arms is over 800 years old and comes from a small medieval village in northern Italy, near Acqui, in Piemonte; land of the famous Barolo, Barbera, and Dolcetto d’Alba w**es, truffles, and of course, fantastic food!
09/29/2026
One of my favorite specials is back tonight! 🇮🇹❤️
Tuesday Night Special: Salmon Dijon Penne
Tender salmon, penne pasta, sautéed red peppers and shallots tossed in a creamy Dijon mustard sauce with a touch of lemon, then finished with shaved Parmigiano Reggiano.
This is one I always look forward to — rich, creamy, a little tangy, and absolutely delicious.
Come see us tonight at Cavatore and give it a try!
09/25/2026
You loved it, so we brought it back! 🐟🔥
Tonight’s special: Pan-Seared Red Snapper from local Gulf supplier Clawtel Ranch, served over creamy Parmesan risotto with lemon butter sauce, roasted cherry tomatoes and grilled asparagus.
Come hungry — this one won’t last! 🇮🇹❤️
09/22/2026
The question being asked in houses everywhere right about now… “What’s for dinner?” 🍝🍷
Let us make that decision easy tonight! Cavatore is open and ready for you, whether you want to dine with us or enjoy your favorites at home.
Delivery is available too! 🚗🍕🍝
Skip the cooking tonight and let us take care of dinner. ❤️🇮🇹
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09/18/2026
Taste of fall tonight at Cavatore! 🍂🇮🇹
Butternut Squash Ravioli in a rich butter sage sauce with diced pumpkin, toasted pumpkin seeds and Parmesan.
Warm, savory and perfect for the season. ❤️
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09/16/2026
Thursday night is looking pretty delicious at Cavatore! 🇮🇹
Our Pork Chop alla Milanese is lightly breaded and fried golden crisp, then topped with fresh arugula, tomatoes, shaved Parmesan and a bright squeeze of lemon.
Crispy, tender and full of flavor — the perfect Thursday night special.
Come hungry! ❤️
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09/15/2026
Who made the rule that dessert has to come last? 😂🍰
Break the rules tonight at Cavatore.
Dessert first. Dinner second. No judgment here. ❤️🇮🇹
09/10/2026
The faces behind Cavatore! ❤️🇮🇹
Proud to be the team carrying on a 42-year tradition of great food, family, and hospitality in the Heights.
Get Amore at Cavatore!
📣 We’re hiring bussers for night shifts!
Got a son or daughter who needs a little less couch and social media time? 😄 Send them our way!
Cavatore offers a safe, fun, family environment and a great place to work.
📞 Call 713-869-6622 to set up an interview.
09/04/2026
🇮🇹 Friday Night Special 🇮🇹
Start Labor Day weekend off right with our fresh Gulf Snapper, Italian seasoned and breaded, served over sautéed garlic spinach with prosciutto-infused mashed potatoes and finished with a lemon butter caper sauce. 🍋🐟
A perfect way to kick off the long weekend at Cavatore!
09/02/2026
Wednesday Night Special
Cheese-Stuffed Tortellini tossed with sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, and roasted bell peppers in a lemon butter sauce.
08/28/2026
Tonight’s Special at Cavatore!
Pan-seared Red Snapper served over creamy Parmesan risotto, finished with a lemon butter sauce, roasted cherry tomatoes, grilled asparagus, and fresh herbs.
Fresh, simple ingredients and incredible flavor. Join us tonight and enjoy it while it lasts!
08/24/2026
Are you missing our mouthwatering tableside Caesar salad? One of our team members is waiting to prepare it fresh, right at your table. ❤️
08/19/2026
Thursday Night Special
Tuscan Lamb Chops — herb-crusted lamb chops served with prosciutto-infused mashed potatoes, grilled broccolini, and a balsamic rosemary reduction.
08/13/2026
Tonight’s Special: Chicken Fra Diavolo
Tender diced chicken breast tossed in a spicy Fra Diavolo sauce with roasted tomatoes, garlic, thinly sliced onions, white w**e, crushed red pepper, Italian herbs, fresh parsley and basil, served over a bed of linguini.
08/12/2026
Tonight’s Special
Potato gnocchi with our homemade spicy Italian sausage, tossed in a creamy Dijon mustard and dry white w**e sauce, finished with Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped basil.
08/11/2026
Tonight’s special at Cavatore — Fresh Snapper, straight off Clawtel Seafood’s boats, served with sautéed spinach and finished in our lemon-butter caper sauce.
Fresh off the Gulf and onto your plate. Get Amore at Cavatore!
08/10/2026
📚 BACK TO SCHOOL! ✏️
Cavatore wishes all the kids an AMAZING start to the new school year! Work hard, make new friends, have fun and make it a great one!
And to all the parents…
WE MADE IT. 😂
The kids are back in school. The house is quiet. And you deserve a nice meal you didn’t have to cook.
Get Amore at Cavatore! 🇮🇹❤️
08/07/2026
Our last batch sold so fast, we made more today! Fresh homemade marinara is available now in 16 oz. jars for $10.95. Grab yours before it’s gone again!
08/06/2026
A huge thank you to everyone who continues to support us at dinner—we’re truly grateful.
This summer has been a tough one for many local restaurants. If your schedule allows, we’d love to see you for lunch too. Your lunchtime visits make a big difference to a family-owned restaurant like ours.
Thank you for supporting Cavatore since 1984.
08/04/2026
Back-to-School Special at Cavatore!
School starts soon… so enjoy the last few days of summer by letting us do the cooking and the dishes.
Join us for dinner every night until you’re ready to start doing both again.
Cavatore Italian Restaurant
Keeping families out of the kitchen since 1984.
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2120 Ella Boulevard
Houston, TX
77008
Opening Hours
| Monday | 11am - 1:30pm |
| 5:30pm - 9pm | |
| Tuesday | 11am - 1:30pm |
| 5:30pm - 9pm | |
| Wednesday | 11am - 1:30pm |
| 5:30pm - 9pm | |
| Thursday | 11am - 1:30pm |
| 5:30pm - 9pm | |
| Friday | 11am - 1:30pm |
| 5:30pm - 9pm | |
| Saturday | 5:30pm - 9pm |