Capo

4.8

1318 Reviews

$50 and over

Italian

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2 people

Jan 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines

Capo, with its modern Italian cuisine, offers a rustic yet elegant dining room with high-beamed ceilings, flickering candles, museum quality art collection, and a large Tuscan-style fireplace where the chefs prepare much of our menu. Capo has an extensive wine list, earning Wine Spectator's top award, and a classic cocktail bar where our guests can enjoy our full menu alongside the warmth of the fireplace.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, European, Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(310) 394-5550
Website
http://www.caporestaurant.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Bruce Marder
Private party facilities
For groups of 9 or more, or to book our "semi-private" patio space, please email your requests to CapoSM1810@gmail.com. We will get back to you with availability and pricing details as soon as we can. Thank you.

Location
1810 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Cross street
Pico and Ocean Ave
Parking details
Valet parking available at a rate of $15 (cash only). There is also street (metered) parking available in the area.
Public transit
Big Blue Bus on Pacific and Ocean Park Blvd.
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Experiences

Valentine's Day 2025
$195.00 per person
Feb 14, 2025 only
Show your love with three savory courses of our most popular menu items. Embrace your sweetness with an additional course of our delicious desserts. First course options are the Heirloom Vegetables & Burrata or our Grilled Caesar salad. Second course will be a choice of our Corn Ravioli with Black Truffles or the Rigatoni Tartufo Ragu. One may choose to substitute a Fresh Linguini with Sevruga Caviar for an additional charge. Main Course options are the Grilled Prime New York, Grilled Branzino, or Chicken Parmesan. Dessert is a choice of a Flourless Chocolate Cake or Blackberry Crisp. Our regular menu will not be available, only this Pre-Fixe menu. We kindly request cancellations be made 48 PRIOR TO VALENTINE'S DAY.

Popular dishes

Porcini Zuppa$25.00
Insalata Mista$22.00
Romaine 'Alla Griglia', Tartufo Bianco Caesar$31.00
Scamorza e Caciocavallo Calda Insalata$36.00
Carciofi alla Judea Romana$39.00
'Heirloom Vegetable', Burrata$38.00
Tri-Colore 'Red Cow' Rocca Reggiano$30.00
Capo Polpette, Sugo di Pomodoro$32.00
'Maryland Crab' Torta, Limone$37.00
Calamari 'Alla Griglia'$33.00
Octopus 'Alla Griglia' Piqante$36.00

Cured

Prosciutto Italiano$41.00
Jamon de Bellotta$81.00
Salmone Affumicato$36.00
Imperiale Caviali, Blini$235.00

Pasta / Risotto

Rigatoni Tartufo Ragu$42.00
Corn Ravioli, Tartufo$41.00
Bucatini Lamb Ragu$40.00
Tortelli di Zucca, Salouies$40.00
Penne Rigate Carbonara$39.00
Ditalini Rigate Amatriciana$39.00
Risotto del Giorno
- Market Price

Pesci

Branzino alla Griglia$79.00
'Dover Sole' [North Sea]$89.00
Salmone alla Griglia$78.00
San Pietro alla Griglia$84.00
as available

Pollo e Anatra

Tecumseh Pollo Roti Tartufo$74.00
Tecumseh Pollo Pomodoro$65.00
'Mapleleaf Duck' & Salsiccia, Polenta$68.00

Carne

Trippa alla Fiorentina, 'Red Cow' Parmagiana$38.00
'Country Lamb Rack' alla Griglia$79.00
'Short Ribs Osborne', Porcini$78.00
Vitello 'Plume de Veau' Costoletta$81.00
Scaloppini$81.00
'Snake River Country Pork' alla Griglia$75.00
'Australian Wyagu NY Cut' alla Griglia$125.00
Creekstone Farm Prime Filet -Bone-In$125.00
Flannery Prima alla Griglia 'New York' o 'Bone In'$88.00
Flannery Prima alla Griglia 'Rib Chop'$89.00
Flannery Prima alla Griglia 'Filet' alla Griglia$99.00
Fiorentina
- For 2$195.00
Galette di Patate$28.00
Gratinato Gipolla e Patate$32.00

What 1,318 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Westside
Great for fine wines
Westside
Italian

Review summary

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Capo in Los Angeles is celebrated for its "impeccable service" and "incredible food," offering a European vibe with eclectic artwork. Guests rave about the "wonderful ambiance" and "delightful gastronomic experience." Although prices are high, the experience is considered "totally worth it" for special occasions.

1,318 Reviews

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SOYEON
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The pasta was fantastic!!!!! And cozy atmosphere :)
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Shannon
VIP
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent experience. Food and service were both fantastic
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kevin
VIP
Los Angeles
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
Compared to other top Italian restaurants the quality of meals were mediocre Defensively over priced specially being served outdoors
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Vincent
Los Angeles
55 reviews
5.0
55 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
In my opinion, one of the best Italian restaurant in Los Angeles, tied with one other, which I won't mention on the review. The service is impeccable. The staff is courteous and the food is out of this world. Don't miss it on a trip to Los Angeles.
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alexander
VIP
Denver
20 reviews
3.0
20 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I am disappointed because we were placed at a table in the main intersection of all patrons going to there tables- lots of commotion! When I requested a different table in the corner we were told that it was for someone else… I made our reservation 6 weeks in advance and feel we were placed at the least desirable spot. It was upsetting that other tables were ‘reserved’ for more special guests. Not nice at all. We come to capos every time we are in town and it was upsetting that my request was denied
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Stephanie
VIP
Denver
43 reviews
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The setting is beautiful and the food and service are great.
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Leopold
VIP
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love it. Nothing else compares in Los Angeles. L
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Sven
VIP
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Totally awesome in every way possible . Se RT vice b impeccable
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Georgeanna
VIP
Los Angeles
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Wonderful food and ambiance as always. I’ve been here before and I knew we were going to spend a pretty penny for dinner. However we spent over 1K for 5 people and we felt rushed. I don’t remember this being the vibe at Capo at all. I recall on previous visits having to ask for a check after a leisurely meal. Our birthday girl had to tell someone she wasn’t finished as they were removing her plate. For this price, I don’t think we should feel rushed. The food was incredible as always, the warm and classic atmosphere was perfect for a friend’s birthday near the holidays. But I’ll think twice before booking again because the vibe wasn’t all that welcoming.
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elyse
New York City
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
special place with food that tastes authentically Italian
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FAQs

Capo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 394-5550.

Capo is rated 4.8 stars by 1318 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1810 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Pico and Ocean Ave
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, European, Steakhouse
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet parking available at a rate of $15 (cash only). There is also street (metered) parking available in the area.
Public transit
Big Blue Bus on Pacific and Ocean Park Blvd.
Executive chef
Bruce Marder
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.caporestaurant.com/
Phone number
(310) 394-5550
Private party facilities
For groups of 9 or more, or to book our "semi-private" patio space, please email your requests to CapoSM1810@gmail.com. We will get back to you with availability and pricing details as soon as we can. Thank you.

Capo

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Valentine's Day 2025

Rigatoni Tartufo Ragu

Capo's Gnocchi

Bucatini Lamb Ragu

Antipasti

Porcini Zuppa$25.00

Insalata Mista$22.00

Romaine 'Alla Griglia', Tartufo Bianco Caesar$31.00

Scamorza e Caciocavallo Calda Insalata$36.00

Carciofi alla Judea Romana$39.00

'Heirloom Vegetable', Burrata$38.00

Tri-Colore 'Red Cow' Rocca Reggiano$30.00

Capo Polpette, Sugo di Pomodoro$32.00

'Maryland Crab' Torta, Limone$37.00

Calamari 'Alla Griglia'$33.00

Octopus 'Alla Griglia' Piqante$36.00

Cured

Prosciutto Italiano$41.00

Jamon de Bellotta$81.00

Salmone Affumicato$36.00

Imperiale Caviali, Blini$235.00

Pasta / Risotto

Rigatoni Tartufo Ragu$42.00

Corn Ravioli, Tartufo$41.00

Bucatini Lamb Ragu$40.00

Tortelli di Zucca, Salouies$40.00

Penne Rigate Carbonara$39.00

Ditalini Rigate Amatriciana$39.00

Risotto del Giorno

Pesci

Branzino alla Griglia$79.00

'Dover Sole' [North Sea]$89.00

Salmone alla Griglia$78.00

San Pietro alla Griglia$84.00

Pollo e Anatra

Tecumseh Pollo Roti Tartufo$74.00

Tecumseh Pollo Pomodoro$65.00

'Mapleleaf Duck' & Salsiccia, Polenta$68.00

Carne

Trippa alla Fiorentina, 'Red Cow' Parmagiana$38.00

'Country Lamb Rack' alla Griglia$79.00

'Short Ribs Osborne', Porcini$78.00

Vitello 'Plume de Veau' Costoletta$81.00

Scaloppini$81.00

'Snake River Country Pork' alla Griglia$75.00

'Australian Wyagu NY Cut' alla Griglia$125.00

Creekstone Farm Prime Filet -Bone-In$125.00

Flannery Prima alla Griglia 'New York' o 'Bone In'$88.00

Flannery Prima alla Griglia 'Rib Chop'$89.00

Flannery Prima alla Griglia 'Filet' alla Griglia$99.00

Fiorentina

Galette di Patate$28.00

Gratinato Gipolla e Patate$32.00

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