CapriRestaurants

The definitive dining guide to Capri: Michelin-starred culinary institutions, iconic local bistros, reservation secrets, and must-order signature dishes.

01

Da Paolino

CUISINE:TRADITIONAL CAPRESE
SETTING:HIDDEN-GEM
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:SPAGHETTI AL LIMONE

Da Paolino seats guests beneath a dense, fragrant canopy of vibrant yellow lemon trees. The rustic dining room glows with the soft light of hanging lanterns. You can feel the authentic island atmosphere in every corner of this historic space.

Must Try:Spaghetti al Limone
02

La Fontelina

CUISINE:ITALIAN
SETTING:BEACHFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:FRESH SEAFOOD

La Fontelina perches on Capri's rocky coast, overlooking the deep blue of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Sunlight glimmers on natural pools carved into the cliffs. White umbrellas and simple wooden loungers mark the terrace, blending with the rugged limestone. Waves lap gently beneath, carrying the scent of salt and citrus.

Must Try:Fresh seafood
03

Aurora Capri

CUISINE:CAPRESE
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:PIZZA ALL'ACQUA

Aurora sits on a narrow Capri lane, polished but never stiff. The room feels alive with island regulars, summer families, and the clean scent of basil, lemon, and wood fired dough.

Must Try:Pizza all'acqua
04

Il Riccio Capri

CUISINE:ITALIAN
SETTING:WATERFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:SEA URCHIN PASTA

Il Riccio sits above sharp limestone cliffs beside the Blue Grotto’s deep turquoise water. White arches, sea air, and polished ceramic plates create a calm southern Italian rhythm. The dining room feels elegant but relaxed, with sunlight moving across fresh seafood and handmade pasta.

Must Try:Sea Urchin Pasta
05

L’Olivo

CUISINE:ITALIAN
SETTING:INDOOR-MALL
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:TORTELLI CAPRESI

Perched on a cliff in Capri, L’Olivo opens onto panoramic views of the Bay of Naples. Whitewashed walls and lush greenery frame a terrace that glows under golden sunlight. Tables are spaced for privacy, letting the sea breeze and scent of citrus dominate the atmosphere. The interior blends modern minimalism with subtle Mediterranean textures.

Must Try:Tortelli Capresi
06

Villa Verde

CUISINE:ITALIAN
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:SOCIAL-HUB
SPECIALTY:SEAFOOD PASTA

Must Try:Seafood Pasta
07

La Capannina Capri

CUISINE:ITALIAN
SETTING:INDOOR-MALL
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:SPAGHETTI ALLE VONGOLE

La Capannina Capri sits at the heart of Capri town, framed by pastel walls and bright bougainvillea. Wooden tables spill onto the terrace, overlooking cobbled streets and the Mediterranean light. Inside, low ceilings and vintage photos create an intimate, timeless atmosphere. Every corner feels curated yet lived-in, blending local charm with classic Italian elegance.

Must Try:Spaghetti alle Vongole
08

Da Gelsomina

CUISINE:CAPRESE
SETTING:HIDDEN-GEM
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:POLLO AL MATTONE

Da Gelsomina sits in the quiet Migliera countryside of Anacapri, far from Capri’s polished center. The terrace looks over vines, garden rows, and the open sea toward Ischia. It feels rural, family run, and firmly rooted in island life.

Must Try:Pollo al mattone
09

Le Monzù

CUISINE:CONTEMPORARY ITALIAN
SETTING:ROOFTOP
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:CAMPANIAN SEAFOOD TASTING MENU

Must Try:Campanian Seafood Tasting Menu
10

Da Luigi Ai Faraglioni

CUISINE:CAMPANIAN SEAFOOD
SETTING:WATERFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:PACCHERI WITH SEA URCHIN

Da Luigi Ai Faraglioni rests directly beneath the iconic rock formations of Capri. Diners relax on a wooden terrace built over smooth coastal rocks. The bright Mediterranean water laps gently just steps from the tables.

Must Try:Paccheri with Sea Urchin
11

Mamma Capri

CUISINE:ITALIAN
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:SPAGHETTI ALLE VONGOLE

Perched on Capri's sunlit cliffs, Mamma Capri opens onto sweeping views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Whitewashed walls and blue shutters frame a terrace that captures golden afternoon light. Olive trees and flowering pots scent the air. Tables are arranged for intimacy, inviting slow, deliberate dining.

Must Try:Spaghetti alle Vongole
12

Ristorante Faraglioni

CUISINE:ITALIAN
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:SEAFOOD LINGUINE

Must Try:Seafood Linguine
13

Da Gemma

CUISINE:CAMPANIAN
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:GRAN CRUDO

Da Gemma sits above Amalfi’s old lanes, with tiled floors and a polished coastal calm. The room feels formal without stiffness, shaped by white tablecloths, sea air, and the slow rhythm of dinner.

Must Try:Gran Crudo
14

Le Grottelle

CUISINE:ITALIAN
SETTING:WATERFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:SPAGHETTI ALLE VONGOLE

Le Grottelle perches above Capri’s cliffs, opening onto terraces of whitewashed stone and deep blue sea. Olive trees shade intimate tables while bougainvillea frames sunlit courtyards. The scent of citrus and salt air merges with wood-fired aromas from the kitchen. Light glints off polished ceramics and rustic tiles, creating a calm, precise atmosphere.

Must Try:Spaghetti alle Vongole
15

Bagni Tiberio

CUISINE:ITALIAN
SETTING:BEACHFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:SPAGHETTI ALLE VONGOLE

Must Try:Spaghetti alle vongole
16

Al Grottino

CUISINE:ITALIAN
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:RAVIOLI CAPRESI

Must Try:Ravioli Capresi