The Cav
68 College Hill
Freemans Bay
Auckland 1011
09 376 4230
[email protected]
Monday 11am – Late
Tuesday 11am – Late
Wednesday 11am – Late
Thursday 11am – Late
Friday 11am – Late
Saturday 11am – Late
Sunday 11am – Late
The Cav is a Ponsonby institution for everything from an upmarket lunch and dinner venue, through to a great place to meet for a couple of relaxing beers or a glass of wine or two. The restaurant offers unrivaled cuisine, a venue where families can feel comfortable on weekends; and for those who like to party, The Cav evolves at night into a premier venue with great music and a vibrant atmosphere. Your new home away from home and a perfect venue to enjoy legendary kiwi hospitality.
What's on
Brand New Cocktails
- Location: The Cav
CLIPPER COCKTAILS
We've worked with our good friends at Clipper Bar to bring a range of their award-winning cocktail making magic to The Cav
Aperol Spritz 18.0
Aperol, Prosecco, Soda
Cav Spritz 18.0
Gin, Aperol, Strawberry & Prosecco Cordial, Soda
Pina Colada Spritz 18
Rum, Pineapple & Coconut Cordial, Soda
Pornstar Spritz 18.0
Vodka, Vanilla Syrup, Passionfruit & Prosecco Cordial, Soda
Sicilian Spritz 18.0
Vodka, Lemon & Basil Cordial, Prosecco, Soda
Espresso Martini's 14.0
Vodka, Kahlua, Ezpresso, Ice
Cherry Blossom 14.0
Gordan’s Pink Gin, Strangelove Yuzu Soda, Cherry, Lemon
Sicilian Lemon 14.0
Gordon’s Sicilian Lemon, Strangelove Light Tonic, Peach, Orange
It's All the Raj 15.0
Bombay Sapphire, Strangelove Light Tonic, St-Germain Elderflower liqueur, Ginger, Mint, Lime
Gin Berry Bramble 16.0
Bombay Bramble, Strangelove #8 Tonic, Lime, Raspberry
Rangpur Rager 16.0
Tanqueray Rangpur, Stranglove #8 Tonic, Lime, Kaffir lime leaf
Tanqueray Cup 16.0
Tanqueray flor de Seville, Strangelove Fancy Lemonade, Orange, Mint
Brand New Cocktails
Summer Menu Is Here
- Location: The Cav
- This Summer
The sun is out and our new Summer menu has landed ☀
The sunshine means sharing, sharing and more sharing! We've updated our small plates section to reflect the flavours of Summer with a whole lot more variety to keep your group snacking on our deck through the upcoming silly season.
Some of our favourites include the Tiger Prawns, Truffle & Paremsan Polenta Fries, Lamb Ribs and the Heirloom Tomatoes on Brioche Toast.
Summer Menu Is Here
Comedy Quiz
- Location: The Cav
- **Every Monday at 7pm**
Come along and take part in the most hilarious quiz in Ponsonby! The best part is you don't have to be a genius to win if you spend half of your day on social media, you'll be off to a great start! Our comedy quiz is a lot of fun, free, and there are great prizes up for grabs.
Hosted by Irish comedian Alan McElroy
Call the bar to book a table 09-376 4230
Comedy Quiz
BOOK A TABLE TODAY
Menu
- SHARING / SMALL PLATES
- BURGERS / SANDWICH / TACOS
- BIGGER
- LITE
- SIDES
- DESSERTS
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THE CAV BAR NUTS
Sugar & spice candied deluxe nuts (gf, v) 6.95
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GARLIC BREAD
Potato brioche, garlic butter, caramelised onions, mozzarella (v, gfo) 8.95
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HUMMUS & FLAT BREAD
Smoked paprika, hazelnut dukkha (v, gfo) 8.95
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MIXED OLIVES
Chilli & herb infused extra virgin olive oil (gf, v) 10.95
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TIGER PRAWNS
Coconut madras mayo, served either battered or pan-fried (gfo) 1/2 doz 15.95 / 1 doz 28.95
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GARLIC-DUSTED CALAMARI
Togarashi aioli (gfo) - Small $19.95 / Large 24.95
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CFC (CAV FRIED CHICKEN)
Choice of Buffalo, blue cheese or katsu sauce (gfo) 16.95
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FALAFEL BITES
Crispy coriander & lime falafel, iceberg, garlic labneh, red onion & Romesco (v, gfo) 15.95
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HAND CUT AGRIA FRIES
Ketchup (v, gf) 12.95
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TRUFFLE & PARMESAN POLENTA FRIES
Alba truffle, fresh parmesan and truffle aioli (v, gf) 12.95
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LAMB RIBS
Sweet Chermoula, coriander & cauliflower (gf) 25.95
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HEIRLOOM TOMATO TOAST
Buffalo mozzarella, prosciutto, toasted brioche (v, gfo) 11.95
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FOOD SNOB CHEESE PLATTER
Selection of three food snob cheeses, crackers & condiments (v, gfo) 29.95
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CHARCUTERIE PLATTER
Selection of cured meats, cornichons, toasted sourdough (gfo) 29.95
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WAGYU CHEESEBURGER
Double Waitaha Wagyu brisket patty, American cheddar, Horseradish grilled onions, shredded lettuce, tomato, burger sauce, brioche bun, hand cut fries (vo, gfo) - $25.95
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Add bacon +$2.50
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SPICY CHICKEN BURGER
Country-fried chicken, chorizo, cheese, iceberg, tomato, blue-cheese aioli, spicy buffalo sauce, brioche bun, hand cut fries (vo, gfo) - $24.95
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HAWAIIAN BURGER
Salted pork belly, chilli candied pineapple, horseradish slaw, pink peppercorn aioli, brioche bun, handcut fries
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MARKET FISH TACO
Battered fish, tomato, coriander, guacamole, lettuce, tangy yoghurt dressing, tomatillo sauce, pickled red onion (vo, gfo) - $17.95
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Add hand-cut fries +$4.95
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FALAFEL TACO
Crispy coriander & lime falafel, slaw, garlic yoghurt, pickled raisins, spiced peanuts (v, gfo) - $17.95
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Add hand-cut fries +$4.95
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SALTED PORK BELLY TACO
Slaw, guacamole, candied pineapple & jalapeno salsa - $17.95
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Add hand-cut fries +$4.95
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MARKET FISH & CHIPS
Panhead IPA - battered market fish, smashed peas, slaw, malt vinegar gel, hand-cut fries 28.95 (gfo)
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HAWKES BAY LAMB
Slow cooked rump & rib, grilled smoked eggplant, garlic labneh, mint 35.95 (gf)
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PORK SCHNITZEL
Free-range pork, lemon caper butter, celeriac slaw, pickle 29.95
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Add fried egg 2.50
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NEW YORK STRIP
250g grass fed NY strip sirloin , champ mash, spring greens, brandy & mushroom sauce - $39.95 (gfo)
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THE CAV CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD
Cos lettuce, croutons, bacon, parmesan, anchovy classic Caesar dressing $18.95 (gf)
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ICEBERG WEDGE
Ranch dressing, candied walnuts & goat’s cheese 18.95 (gfo)
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NAKED BURRITO
Brown & black rice blend, Mexican black beans, coriander, zesty yoghurt dressing, tomatillo, seasonal vegetables (gf, v) - $19.95
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CELERIAC SLAW
Celeriac, apple and cabbage skaw, ranch dressing- $7.95
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FRIES
Hand-cut fries - $7.95
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GARDEN VEGGIES
Seasonal market vegetables - $7.95
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ONION RINGS
Japanese seven spice aioli - $8.95
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RHUBARB TRIFLE
Sherry spiked sponge, custard, rhubarb compote, crème Chantilly (v, gfo) - $15.95
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ROCKY ROAD
Marshmallow, raspberry gel, chocolate ganache, salted chocolate crumb and vanilla ice cream- $14.95
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