RestaurantProvidence, Rhode Island
CAV
A staple in Providence since 1989, we serve eclectic, contemporary, award-winning cuisine in a unique and historic loft. CAV (pronounced CAHV) stands for Cocktails, Antiques, Victuals.
Menu
Soups & Appetizers (brunch)
Soup of the Day
- Cup - $8.00
- Bowl - $10.00
Allergens not declared
Clam Chowder
- Cup - $8.50
- Bowl - $11.00
Allergens not declared
Lobster Bisque (GF)
- Cup - $10.00
- Bowl - $12.00
With lobster chunks +$5.00
- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Bruschetta
- Fortwo - $16.00
With tomatoes artichokes feta cheese and fresh herbs in a balsamic marinade. Served over crusty garlic bread.Allergens not declared
Walnut Crusted Brie (GF)
- Fortwo - $16.00
With brandied apricots crackers | Sub taro chips for GF- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Coconut Shrimp
- pcs - $15.00
With Thai chili sauce.Allergens not declared
St. Donato White Pizza
- $20.00
With chicken artichokes kalamata olives gorgonzola in a rosemary and shallot parmesan sauce | Shared Appetizer or Entree For OneAllergens not declared
Brunch Salads
House Salad (GF, V)
- $10.00
Mixed wild greens with endives cucumbers and curly carrots.Allergens not declared
The Caesar
- $15.00
Romaine lettuce hearts with herbed garlic batons and a parmesan crisp.Allergens not declared
The Sophia
- $15.50
Mixed wild greens sun dried cranberries almonds gorgonzola in a caramelized onion champagne vinaigrette.Allergens not declared
Tuna Romano
- $15.00
Italian albacore tuna salad (no mayo) with red and green peppers Spanish onions and herbs served over white cannellini bean salad.Allergens not declared
The Kombu Salad
- $23.00
Seared sesame encrusted yellowfin tuna served rare over baby greens and cucumbers with crispy noodles in a ginger-scallion vinaigrette.Allergens not declared
Entrees, Pizza & Sandwiches (brunch)
The Bag Sandwich
- $17.00
Fresh warm baguette with melted brie smoked honey turkey and a honey mustard dressing served with side salad.Allergens not declared
Mussels Arrabiata (GF)
- $19.00
Sauteed mussels zesty plum tomato sauce capellini pasta | Or ask for GF Rice noodles.- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Parmesan-Encrusted Chicken Breast in a White Wine Butter Sauce (GF)
- $20.00
served over roasted potatoes and topped with shredded carrots.- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Black Angus Half Pounder
- $18.00
Grilled 8 oz. black angus hamburger lettuce & tomato sesame brioche bread served with French fries | Add apple wood bacon +$3.50 | Add cheese +$2.00Allergens not declared
Vegan Burger (V)
- $17.00
Plant based burger lettuce tomato on a roll with a side of salad or fries.- Vegan
Allergens not declared
Brunch Selection
Brioche French Toast A la CAV
- $16.00
Thick slices of brioche bread served with sauteed apples raisins walnuts in a butterscotch maple sauce.Allergens not declared
Brioche French Toast
- $14.00
Served with maple syrup.Allergens not declared
Belgian Waffle
- $13.50
With maple syrup.Allergens not declared
Belgian Waffle
- $14.50
With strawberry thyme syrup.Allergens not declared
Eggs Supreme
- $15.00
Three fluffy scrambled eggs with shallot sauce and sun dried tomatoes. Served with grilled French bread and roasted potatoesAllergens not declared
Poached Eggs with Fresh Spinach and Tomatoes
- $16.00
Served with herbed roasted red bliss potatoes and grilled French bread.Allergens not declared
Poached Eggs with Applewood Smoked Bacon
- $17.00
With a hollandaise sauce herbed roasted red bliss potatoes and grilled French bread.Allergens not declared
Omelet with Balsamic Caramelized Onions Goat Cheese and Tomatoes
- $17.50
roasted red bliss potatoes & grilled french bread.Allergens not declared
Omelet with Sauteed Fresh Spinach Feta Cheese and Mushrooms
- $17.00
with herbed roasted red bliss potatoes and grilled French bread.Allergens not declared
Pistacchio Encrusted Maryland Jumbo Superlump Blue Crab Cake Poached Egg
- $24.00
Zesty sriracha aioli and grilled brioche bread.Allergens not declared
Maine Lobster and Eggs
- $25.00
Lobster meat with scrambled eggs Thai chili cream sauce and grilled brioche sticks.Allergens not declared
Smoked Salmon Platter
- $17.50
Capers onions shredded lettuce tomatoes toasted bagel and cream cheese.Allergens not declared
Tofu & Vegetable Scramble (V)
- $16.00
With roasted potatoes and grilled French bread.Allergens not declared
Appetizers, Soups & Lighter Fare (lunch)
Soup of the Day
- Cup - $8.00
- Bowl - $10.00
Allergens not declared
Soup of the Day and Salad
- $13.00
Allergens not declared
Clam Chowder
- Cup - $8.50
- Bowl - $11.00
Allergens not declared
Lobster Bisque (GF)
- Cup - $12.50
- Bowl - $15.00
With lobster chunks- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Bruschetta
- Fortwo - $16.00
With tomatoes artichokes feta cheese fresh herbs in a balsamic marinade. Served over crusty garlic breadAllergens not declared
Pan Sautéed Calamari
- Fortwo - $16.00
With fresh garlic pepper basil & Italian hot peppersAllergens not declared
Walnut Encrusted Brie (GF)
- Fortwo - $16.00
With brandied apricots served with crackers- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
The Sandwich Board (lunch)
The Chick Veg
- $16.00
Grilled chicken with grilled red and green peppers Spanish onions zucchini squash eggplant and melted shredded mozzarella on a grilled flatbread with side saladAllergens not declared
The Veg (V)
- $16.00
Grilled red and green peppers Spanish onions zucchini squash eggplant and melted shredded mozzarella on grilled flatbread with side salad | V with vegan cheeseAllergens not declared
The Egyptian (V)
- $17.00
Falafel sandwich on a traditional pita with pickled cucumbers onions and carrots hummus lettuce and tomato served with side saladAllergens not declared
The TeeMex
- $17.00
Spiced chicken fresh tomato salsa apple wood bacon cheddar cheese and chipotle mayo in a large tomato tortilla wrap served with side saladAllergens not declared
The TomMozz
- $17.00
Toasted French baguette with fresh mozzarella tomatoes and fresh basil drizzled with basil oil served with side saladAllergens not declared
The Turkey Stuffer
- $17.00
Large tomato tortilla wrap stuffed with honey-smoked turkey breast lettuce tomato cheddar cheese mayo shredded vegetables served with side saladAllergens not declared
The Boss
- $17.00
Warm baguette with melted brie smoked turkey and honey mustard served with side saladAllergens not declared
The Pesto (V)
- $17.00
Sautéed portobello mushrooms spinach and caramelized onions on a French baguette with garlic mayo pesto drizzle served as a wrap or baguette on a French baguette with garlic mayonnaise with tomato slices | Vegan upon requestAllergens not declared
Vegan Burger (V)
- $17.00
Plant based burger lettuce and tomato on a roll with a side of salad of fries- Vegan
Allergens not declared
Black Angus Half Pounder
- $18.00
Certified Angus hamburger lettuce and tomato sesame brioche bread served with French friesAllergens not declared
Lunch Salads
House Salad (GF V)
- $10.00
Mixed wild greens with endives cucumbers and curly carrots with champagne vinaigretteAllergens not declared
The Caesar
- $15.00
Romaine hearts with herbed garlic batons and a parmesan crispAllergens not declared
The Sophia (GF)
- $15.50
Wild mixed greens sundried cranberries almonds and gorgonzola in a caramelized honey onion vinaigrette- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Tuna Romano
- $15.00
Italian albacore tuna salad (no Mayo) with red and green peppers Spanish onions and herbs served over white cannellini bean saladAllergens not declared
Quinoa Salad (GF)
- $17.00
With grilled vegetables (red & green peppers squash zucchini eggplant and onions) goat cheese and white balsamic vinaigrette (Vegan upon request)- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
The Baboo
- $17.50
Marinated chicken medallions served with shredded lettuce cucumbers and carrots over somen noodles in a Thai peanut dressing | Served chilledAllergens not declared
The Kombu Salad*
- $24.00
Seared sesame-encrusted yellowfin tuna served rare over baby greens and cucumbers with crispy noodles in a ginger-scallion vinaigretteAllergens not declared
Lunch Pastas & Entrees (lunch)
Penne Rigate
- $18.00
With pomodoro sauce fresh basil grated parmesan and fresh mozzarella served with grilled garlic breadAllergens not declared
Mussels Arrabiata
- $19.00
Sautéed mussels in an arrabbiata pomodoro sauce over capellini pasta (Sub rice noodles for GF)Allergens not declared
Shrimp Scampi
- $19.00
With mushrooms tomatoes and fresh herbs in a vodka butter sauce served over fresh cut fettucciniAllergens not declared
The Pasta Florentine
- $17.00
Fresh cut pasta rolled and filled with spinach & cheese mousse topped with a delicate shallot cream sauceAllergens not declared
Pizza St. Donato
- $20.00
12" thin crust pizza with chicken artichokes kalamata olives gorgonzola rosemary and a shallot parmesan sauceAllergens not declared
Lemon Zest Risotto (GF)
- $16.00
Arborio rice with lemon zest grilled artichokes and tomatoes (Vegan upon requests)- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Seared Salmon in an Orange Glaze
- $20.00
Served over grilled vegetables Spanish onions snow peas and mixed greensAllergens not declared
Seared Chicken with Poached Pears (GF)
- $19.00
With Asian chive dumplings and fusion sauce- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Parmesan-Encrusted Chicken Breast in a White Wine Butter Sauce (GF)
- $20.00
Served over roasted potatoes topped with shredded carrots- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Appetizers (dinner)
Walnut Encrusted Brie (GF)
- Fortwo - $16.00
With brandied apricots served warm with crackers | Sub tortilla chips for GF- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Bruschetta
- Fortwo - $16.00
With tomatoes artichokes feta cheese fresh herbs in a balsamic marinade served over garlic breadAllergens not declared
Wild Mushroom Crostini
- Forone - $12.50
- Fortwo - $17.00
With tomatoes white wine and herbs (Vegan upon request)Allergens not declared
Goat Cheese Croquettes
- $11.00
With balsamic reductionAllergens not declared
Coconut Shrimp
- $15.00
With Thai chili sauce | Add shrimp +$5.00 eachAllergens not declared
Native Point Judith Calamari
- Fortwo - $16.00
Pan seared with garlic Italian hot peppers and basilAllergens not declared
St. Donato White Pizza
- Fortwo - $20.00
With chicken artichokes gorgonzola and kalamata olives in a rosemary and shallot parmesan sauceAllergens not declared
Seared Chive Dumplings (GF V)
- $10.50
With fusion sauceAllergens not declared
Prince Edward Island Mussels (GF)
- $20.00
In a coconut red curry sauce- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Pistachio Encrusted Jumbo Crab Cake
- $22.00
Sriracha aioli taro root chipsAllergens not declared
Fried Roman Artichoke Hearts
- $15.00
Served with garlic aioli and chipotleAllergens not declared
Shrimp Cocktail (3)
- $15.00
$5.00 per additional shrimpAllergens not declared
Soups & Salads (dinner)
Traditional New England Clam Chowder
- Cup - $8.50
- Bowl - $11.00
Allergens not declared
Lobster Bisque (GF)
- Cup - $12.50
- Bowl - $15.00
With Tahitian vanilla and chunks of lobster- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Dinner Salad (GF V)
- $10.00
Wild greens endives cucumbers and curly carrots with a champagne vinaigretteAllergens not declared
Caesar Salad
- $15.00
Romaine hearts with herbed garlic batons and a parmesan crispAllergens not declared
Sophia Salad (GF)
- $15.50
Wild mixed greens sundried cranberries almonds and gorgonzola in a caramelized honey onion vinaigrette- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Sesame-Encrusted Yellowfin Tuna Salad (GF)
- $25.00
Yellowfin tuna served rare over baby greens with cucumbers in a ginger scallion vinaigrette and crispy rice noodles (entrée salad)*- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Dinner Entrees
Fresh Cut Pasta Florentine
- $25.00
With a spinach walnut and ricotta mousse in a delicate shallot cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and a parmesan crispAllergens not declared
Prince Edward Island Mussels over Capellini (GF)
- $26.00
With arrabbiata pomodoro sauce | With curry coconut broth $25.00 | GF with rice noodles- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Wild Mushroom Risotto (GF)
- $28.00
With porcinis and seasonal mushrooms Finished with white truffle oil and topped with crispy sage- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Shrimp Cannelini Beans and Tomatoes (V)
- $30.00
Over fresh cut cavatelli pasta with fresh garlic and parmesan in a white wine butter sauce | Vegan Style $24.00Allergens not declared
Parmesan-Encrusted Free Range Chicken Breast (GF)
- $31.00
With white wine beurre blanc over herb-roasted red bliss potatoes topped with snow peas- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Black Truffle Ravioli
- $32.00
With shaved turnips & broccoli rabe in a truffle chestnut pureeAllergens not declared
Lobster Pappardelle
- $37.00
Lobster meat and caramelized fennel tossed in an orange Pernod cream served over fresh cut pappardelle pasta sunflower sproutsAllergens not declared
Sesame Hijiki Encrusted Yellowfin Tuna
- $35.00
Sashimi-grade served rare with wasabi aioli pickled cucumber salad and vegetable rolls*Allergens not declared
Seared North Atlantic Salmon (GF)
- $33.00
With a pomegranate beurre blanc with lychee fruit and herb-roasted red bliss potatoes- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Caramelized Diver Sea Scallops and Seared Shrimp(GF)
- $42.00
Sea scallops and seared shrimp with snow peas over lemon zest risotto with lobster butter and a balsamic reduction*- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Poulet aux Poires (GF)
- $30.00
Chicken with red pears poached in wine ginger pear sauce served over chive dumplings | Award winning- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Duck Confit (GF)
- $36.00
Seared breast and leg with blood orange brandy demi-glace cranberry-orange compote and sweet potato sage puree*- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Grilled Filet Mignon (GF)
- $44.00
In sauce bordelaise with grilled asparagus and olive oil-infused pommes puree and truffled potato batons*- Gluten-free
Allergens not declared
Grilled Rib-Eye Steak 14 Oz
- $48.00
With mustard butter fingerling potatoes pea tendrilsAllergens not declared
Classic Beef Bolognese (Rib-eye)
- $34.00
Fresh cut pappardelle garlic crostini garlic chive sproutsAllergens not declared
Desserts
Creme Brulee
- $8.95
with Tahitian VanillaAllergens not declared
Gateau Concorde
sinful chocolate mousse tort with chocolate meringueAllergens not declared
Seasonal Cheesecake
- $8.95
Creamy cheesecake with our pastry chef's choice of seasonal delightAllergens not declared
Tiramisu
- $8.95
Layers of lady fingers with espresso mascarpone and chocolate toppingAllergens not declared
Fruitti di Bosco
- $7.95
Fruit tart with wild forest berries in a vanilla crustAllergens not declared
Coconut Sorbet
- $6.95
Served in the half shellAllergens not declared
Blackberry Merlot Sorbet
- $6.00
with chocolate coulis and pirouetteAllergens not declared
Salted Caramel Gelato
- $6.00
with white and dark chocolate pirouetteAllergens not declared
Mango Sorbet
- $6.00
Allergens not declared
Chocolate Chip Cookie
- $3.50
Allergens not declared