Capilungo

4.5 (18)

£25 and under

Italian

76 Long Acre, London, Greater London WC2E 9LB

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2 people

May 19, 2025

May 2025

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for brunch
Charming
Neighborhood gem

Capilungo in London is a special place inspired by the cafes of southern Italy, especially our hometown of Lecce. We are a family business that started in 1991 and recently opened our first international location in Covent Garden last year.

During the day, we are a cozy cafe/ brunch and at night, we transform into a lively wine and cocktail bar. Our focus is on serving authentic food and drinks made with great ingredients, care for where they come from, and flavors that reflect the season. One of our most famous items is the 'Pasticciotto' pastries filled with delicious creams.

Whether you're craving a pasticciotto or a drink, we welcome you to experience a slice of Lecce life in London at Capilungo.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Tue 8:30 am–7:00 pm Wed–Fri 8:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–8:00 pm
Phone number
020 3340 0287
Website
https://www.capilungoest1991.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
76 Long Acre, London, Greater London WC2E 9LB
Neighborhood
Covent Garden
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

Set Menu - 2 Course or 3 Course
£22.00 - £26.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Embark on a culinary journey with our seasonal and classic dishes, and delight in two or Three courses for £22 or £26. The Menu is available Monday to Wednesday from 11:30 to close, Thursday and Friday from 11:30 to 18:30. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
Breakfast Set Menu
£17.95 per person
Multiple dates available
Elevate your mornings with our £17.95 breakfast set menu. Begin your day with a choice of coffee and a selection of pastries to start, accompanied by The Capilungo brunch specials. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
Pop-up Dinner Sardinia meets Puglia
£32.00 per person
Prepaid
May 30, 2025 only
6:30 PM
Join us on Friday, May 30th, as Capo Caccia teams up with our longtime friends at Capilungo Restaurant for an unforgettable evening! Following the success of previous pop-ups at Crouch End Cellar, Bakery4, and the Meeting House, Capo Caccia returns, this time to Covent Garden. Get ready for a spectacular menu inspired by the bold and vibrant flavours of Sardinia and Apulia, paired with some of the most beloved wines from both regions. In true Italian tradition, we’ll start the evening with an Aperitivo, setting the tone for a night filled with incredible food, great company, and the true spirit of the Mediterranean. We can’t wait to welcome you!

Avocado on Toast£13.50
avocado + poached egg, potato sourdough, house ricotta, Italian spice mix
Lemon Ricotta & Salmon Toast£12.50
hickory smoked salmon, whipped ricotta, red onion, baby capers
Eggs on Toast£7.50
two poached golden yolk eggs
Italian Ham & Eggs£14.00
capocollo martina franca, prosciutto di Parma, soft eggs, hollandaise + sourdough
Focaccia Royale£14.50
smoked salmon, house baked rosemary focaccia, soft eggs, paprika hollandaise
Basil Shakshouka£14.50
baked eggs spiced tomatoes, stracciatella cheese, toasted bread
Capilungo's French Toast£12.50
pistachio mascarpone cream, fresh berries, flaked Barese almonds, maple

What 18 people are saying

Capilungo 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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

West End London
Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Capilungo offers a cozy dining experience with "delicious Delicious DELICIOUS food" and attentive service. Its authentic Southeast Italian menu and standout dishes like "Pistachio Tiramisu" and "focaccia" make it a must-visit. While some timing issues were noted, the restaurant's engaging owners and charming atmosphere make it highly recommended.

18 Reviews

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Meg
Warwickshire3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our first visit to Capilungo won’t be our last. Good experience- friendly welcome and attention from Parth. We both had antipasti, a main course and a glass of Primitivo. The food was delicious. It was a cut above most Italian restaurants in the same price range. We were treated to an amuse bouche of Bari almonds with sea salt and truffle oil. The restaurant is quite small so booking recommended. Attentive service and great food- highly recommended
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Claire
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely food and good service. A quaint restaurant with a wide selection. Would definitely return.
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William VIP
Greater Boston6 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Music in basement way too loud. Didn’t enjoy the basement vibe. Three main meals came out at diff times. One was 15 minutes after others. First meal out was a pizza before our appetizers were served. So odd. Desserts were good. Won’t be back.
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SimonC
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely people. Nothing too much trouble. Food is fresh, simple, honest and largely Southeast Italian.(Apulia-the best). Quick service and ideal for pre/post theatre snack.
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Lindsay
Chicago17 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fantastic pre-theatre dinner here! The food and wine was excellent and the staff were super friendly and attentive! We will definitely be back!
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Rachel
London23 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Tasty brunch menu, bread/toast was particularly good. Good choice and worked well for our group. Owners very engaged which is good to see.
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Yasmine
London1 review
5.0
Dined on February 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Da pugliese doc, posso dirlo tranquillamente…. ANDATECI! È stato tutto perfetto! Bravissimi, ci si rivedrà sicuramente 🫶🏼
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Juliana
London1 review
3.0
Dined on February 17, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Food was good!! However, we ordered everything together but drinks came way before food. Gentleman kindly replaced the hot drink that had gone cold.
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Lucy
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’m always looked after and made to feel special and the Pistachio Tiramisu is incredible!
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Theo
Brighton1 review
5.0
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such an amazing range of dishes...I really struggled to choose! In the end opted for the french toast which was amazing. Will definitely try and visit again to sample some savoury dishes!
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FAQs

Capilungo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 3340 0287.

Capilungo is rated 4.5 stars by 18 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

May 19, 2025

May 2025

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

76 Long Acre, London, Greater London WC2E 9LB

Additional information

Neighborhood
Covent Garden
Hours of operation
Tue 8:30 am–7:00 pm Wed–Fri 8:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–8:00 pm
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
https://www.capilungoest1991.com/
Phone number
020 3340 0287

Capilungo

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

Set Menu - 2 Course or 3 Course

Breakfast Set Menu

Pop-up Dinner Sardinia meets Puglia

Menu

Cocktails

Aperol Spritz£12.00

Mimosa£12.00

Bloody Mary£12.00

Entrees

Avocado on Toast£13.50

Lemon Ricotta & Salmon Toast£12.50

Eggs on Toast£7.50

Italian Ham & Eggs£14.00

Focaccia Royale£14.50

Basil Shakshouka£14.50

Capilungo's French Toast£12.50

What 18 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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