Cavistons in Dublin

I recently revisited this restaurant after about two years, and I’m pleasantly surprised by how much things have improved under the new management. During my last visit, I remember feeling let down by the service and the uneven quality of the food. This time, however, everything was completely different. The staff were genuinely welcoming and attentive without being intrusive, and the food was outstanding — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You can tell there’s much more care put into every detail now, from the menu choices to the cleanliness of the dining area. Even the atmosphere feels brighter and more inviting. It’s wonderful to see a place turn itself around so completely. I’ll definitely be coming back soon and recommending it to friends.

My husband and I would be a regular to Cavistons but went on New Years Eve before the fireworks, what a great way to end the year. The food was excellent as always, service was great and really lovely atmosphere. Always a delicious treat

We had our work Christmas lunch here and every one of us loved the food! I heard loads of compliments and "best work lunch ever" comments. The service and attention we received was top quality and I reallyiked the interior space too.

Can’t wait to go back with my wife. I made a booking with Cavistons for a group of eight work colleagues, and it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The staff were exceptional—attentive without being intrusive, friendly, and highly professional. They managed our large group with ease, ensuring everyone felt looked after throughout the evening. The fixed menu for a group offered a fantastic variety of choices across starters and mains, which worked perfectly for our group with mixed tastes. Every dish was well presented, the fish was cooked to perfection and steaks were tender and full of flavour. For the quality of the food and the level of service, the evening was excellent value for money and delivered on every level—superb food, outstanding staff, and great value.

Really good restaurant, with superb food & service. Well worth a visit. Small & cosy

Beautiful food, lots of seafood options, sole was cooked to perfection, crab salad to start was delicious, roast potatoes for table were mouth watering if a little sparse, but there was no issue or charge when we asked for more.

Truly excellent food although prices have become very high in the last few years.

A very well-maintained restaurant. There were four of us eating here, and all the dishes were delicious and the portions were more than generous. The vegetarian starter, a tartlet, could have been heated more evenly.

Cavistons is a foodie’s Aladdin’s Cave!

Cavistons is a long-standing favourite for seafood lovers. The menu changes regularly based on the freshest catch, with standout dishes like scallops , sole and John Dory . The service is warm and personal, in a stylish setting with sea views upstairs. Booking ahead is essential—especially on weekends. A must-visit for top-tier fish in a lively, welcoming atmosphere, the fish is fresh, the faces are friendly, access is easy on the Dart, this food emporium 's reputation is justified and well earned