Cavé Bistro

“Went for Valentines Day, made reservations, and place is located off main street, old building, but nice charm, vibe is very relaxing and wait staff was extremely knowledgeable and attentive without being over the top. Food was delicious and the fact that everything is Gluten free is astounding. They had a caramel chocolate dessert with salty top, it was that good”

“Tonight I went to try out Cave Bistro because of their gluten free menu and was ordering takeout at work, so honestly I wasnt sure what to expect. I ordered "The Bison, The Duck and The Egg" and it was phenomenal. ​The bison burger was perfectly cooked and incredibly juicy, thanks to the duck fat folded into the meat—a total game changer for lean protein. Topping it with a fried egg and a generous portion of fresh avocado added a richness that paired perfectly with the sweetness of the sweet potato hash browns underneath. ​I also appreciated the side of seasonal greens; they were fresh, vibrant, and felt like a thoughtful addition rather than an afterthought. It’s rare to find a place that balances indulgence with high-quality, real-food ingredients so well. ​Highlights: ​Unique Flavor Profile: The bison and duck fat combo is a must-try. ​Freshness: You can tell the ingredients (especially the avocado and greens) are top-tier. ​Presentation: Even in a to-go container, the meal looked appetizing and well-assembled. This has to be the highest quality take out I've ever ordered. ​I’ll definitely be coming back to try more of the menu and look forward to trying their in dining experience!”

“The service was outstanding, and the food was incredibly delicious—every bite was full of flavor and clearly prepared with care. The staff were welcoming and friendly, creating a relaxed and cozy atmosphere that made me feel at home. It’s the kind of place where you feel comfortable instantly, whether you’re with friends, family, or dining alone. I will definitely be coming back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for great food and genuine hospitality.”

“After an amazing day at the beach in Belmar, I was looking for a place to eat before making the trek northward on the Parkway, and after checking out the menu, I was very excited to check out Cavé Bistro. Before driving over (less than 5 minutes from the beach) I called to see what the wait time was, especially being Labor Day weekend. The hostess told me they were booked until 7:30pm (I called around 5:30pm) so my party agreed the wait was too long for us, so we started looking elsewhere. To our surprise, the hostess called us back in about 2 minutes saying she could have a table immediately ready for us if we were willing to sit outside. The temperature was very pleasant, so we actually loved the idea of eating outside, so we agreed to the outdoor table, and drove right over. Upon being seated, we were informed by our server all ingredients are "farm to table" and gluten free. After a quick perusing the menu, we decided on grilled octopus and two orders of crab cakes for appetizers and we all decided on different specials for our mains. I opted for the seafood special, which was a seared tuna, and my friend and her mother chose the steak special, which was a similar cut to a hanger steak. We all agreed, the highlight of all ordered food was the grilled octopus. The meat was so soft, and had just the perfect about of char on it. We actually wished we got two orders of the octopus versus the crab cakes. Crab cakes were bad, they were quite meaty, but when compared to that octopus, the winning dish was clear. My seared tuna was cooked and seasoned well...again having that nice char with being nice and raw in the center. The steaks were also well cooked at medium (my friend's mom did want her's cooked slightly more after receiving it) and they felt the meat was under seasoned (as in essentially plain). The steak was topped with a very potent garlic infused butter/spread which they personally were not a fan of. I actually ended up eating my friend's dish, I thought it was good, though I could understand her feeling of the steak lacking flavor. It was well cooked though. Overall I felt the food was good, I would come back to sample more of the menu. The staff was very friendly and accommodating to our party. Food was a bit on the pricey side, but you expect that for a farm to table experience.”

“5 stars for the concept and 3 stars for the execution bring us to 4 stars overall. I wanted to love this place. It has a LOT going for it. Great atmosphere, great service, great quality... but overall, way too much salt. Everything needed to be brightened from the octopus to the fish to the salad. It all just struck one note flavor wise. The most exciting thing on the table was the house made ketchup which had a beautiful note of curry. And believe me I WANT this place to be brilliant....but as a gluten-sensitive foodie who sacrifices comfort for flavor on a regular basis -- you need more acid/balance to stand toe to toe with your high-end counterparts.”