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The Cavaliere, Dalkeith, Midlothian

The Cavaliere

4.7
4.7
731 Reviews
£26 to £40
Italian

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
A family fan restaurant for nearly 50 years, the Cavaliere is famous for our daily fish specials, home-made fresh pasta, our log-fired pizzas, with our tasty Italian style bread, you’ll be spoiled for choice.We have an extensive wine list all personally selected from the vineyards of Italy. We are a second generation family run business – with a strong ethos at heart, to provide excellent food and wines with service to match.
We are proud to provide an authentic Italian dining experience.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 10:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Edinburgh
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 731 people are saying

The Cavaliere reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Good for business meals

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Kid-friendly

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Good for groups

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Great for fine wines

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Italian

  • Edinburgh

    Good for business meals

  • Edinburgh

    Kid-friendly

  • Edinburgh

    Good for groups

  • Edinburgh

    Great for fine wines

  • Edinburgh

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Cavaliere is a delightful Italian restaurant known for its "fantastic food and service," offering a "warm and welcoming" atmosphere. Guests rave about the "authentic Italian dishes" and "great specials." The restaurant is praised for its "friendly and accommodating staff" and "beautiful decor," making it perfect for family occasions or casual dining.
731 Reviews
  1. Craig

    Edinburgh1 review

    1.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    Quality off food was terrible. I ordered a carbonara it was dry. Also has a meat feast pizza came in a terrible state looked like it had been dropped and kicked up ans down the kitchen before being served. There was a couple arguing on the phone and crying in the dinning room also. Made my experience very uncomfortable and and awkward. I ordered a chicken and chips off the kidd menu for my child also the chips were covered in salt I had to send it back as this is not appropriate for a young child.

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  2. Teresa

    Glasgow5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a delicious meal, friendly and welcoming staff. Would highly recommend

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  3. Steve

    Cheshire2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a lovely evening on our first visit to The Cavaliere. The staff were lovely the food was lovely and the restaurant was very nice indeed. A hidden gem it’s so nice inside we were well,impressed.

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  4. Karen

    Edinburgh2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and the service is always excellent. Would highly recommend.

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  5. Laura

    Edinburgh13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect, as usual. Loved the special pasta and the special coconut margarita. See you again soon.

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  6. Frank

    Edinburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dining experience was very good, food was very good and service was perfect

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  7. diane

    Edinburgh3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a wonderful experience here at the Cavaliere , our local ! Friendly welcoming staff and superb food & wine

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  8. Steven

    Edinburgh2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and service . Staff were 1st class . We Will be back soon

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  9. Colin

    Edinburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was really busy but it was Xmas eve. But as always the food and service was fantastic

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  10. Stephen

    Edinburgh2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on December 23, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    When shown to a 2 person table only 1 seat and 1 place setting. Was told " someone must have stolen the chair". Offered no water even though water glasses are on the table. Main course my wife ordered a well done steak. When it came it was still pink so we sent it back. My main course was a chicken ham pepperoni pizza. ( can't remember what the restaurant called it). Pizza tasted funny particularly the pepperoni. Couldn't eat it . No we didn't complain. Wife also tried a slice and she also found it a strange taste. Have been to this resturant many times but feel their standards are slipping

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FAQs

The Cavaliere does offer delivery in partnership with Just Eat. The Cavaliere also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 0131 663 4492.

The Cavaliere is rated 4.7 stars by 731 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Google Map for The Cavaliere

124 High Street, Dalkeith, Midlothian EH22 1AU

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Edinburgh
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 10:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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