Il Capriccio

4.7

4075 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

Il Capriccio

4.7

$31 to $50

Italian

Waltham

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

Il Capriccio serves a constantly changing Northern Italian menu featuring local products with an award winning Italian wine and Grappa list. Though long considered a local secret, Il Capriccio has been the number one Northern Italian restaurant in Zagat's for the past seven years. The wine list has been featured in Decanter, Sante, Wine & Spirits and Stuff. The same menu is served in the Bar. We like to serve great food and great wine in a comfortable setting. For peace of mind in Covid time, our three brand new, state-of-the art, Mitsubishi air handlers employ MERV Level 13 filtration, just one step down from an operating theatre. We also have a patio for al fresco dining, reservable by phone only, weather dependent.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(781) 894-2234
Website
http://www.ilcapricciowaltham.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Nate Allen
Private party facilities
Il Capriccio offers a number of options for private parties. Our Lombardy and Romagna private dining rooms seat 10-14 guests each. Sicily semi-private dining room seats 34 and Tuscany seats 30; combined they seat 64. We normally reserve private parties in Sicily and Tuscany on weekday evenings only.

Location
704 MAIN ST, Waltham, MA 02451
Neighborhood
Waltham
Cross street
Moody St
Parking details
The Merc private parking lot at rear of restaurant. Free street parking on Main St and Charles St.; there is also the Market Place Garage on Common Street. Please see our website for more details.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Souffle di Porcini$17.00
Red Wine Braised Short Rib with Soft Polenta$18.00
Charred Broccolini, Lemon, Pecorino, Tonnato$14.00
Roasted Swet Corn Soup, Butter Poached Lobster$16.00
Yellowfin Tuna Tartare, Avocado, Peppers, House-Made Chips$21.00
New England Tomatoes, Buffalo Mozzarella, Pea Greens, Basil Pesto$16.00
Grilled Spanish Octopus, Peppers, Cherry tomatoes, Chickpea Puree$18.00
House-Made Gravlax, Toast, Cucumber, Radish, Dill, Mustard$18.00
Charcuterie Plate, Italian Cured Meat Selection$25.00

Pasta

Available in Small or Large

Potato Gnocchi Bolognese
Fettuccine Carbonara, House Made Pancetta, Poached Egg
Pappardelle alla Norma, Eggplant, Tomato, Basil, Ricotta Salata
Local Mushroom Risotto,Spinach, Parmigiana Reggiano
Shrimp and Scallop Lasagna, Lobster Cream Sauce

Main

Eggplant Vittorio, Walnuts, Romesco Sauce$30.00
Grilled Lamb Chops, Sweet Potato, Juniper Poivrade$42.00
Maine Sole, Mashed Potato, Spinach, Saffron White Wine Butter$36.00
Veal Scaloppine Valle d'Aosta, Fontina, Prosciutto, White Beans, Porcini Marsala Sauce$40.00
Pistachio and Pine Nut Crusted Halibut, Blood Orange Reduction, Roasted Poataoes$40.00
Giannone Chicken 'Schnitzel' Fried Egg, Herbed Spatzle, Mustard-Caper Sauce$33.00
Grilled Swordfish, Warm Local Corn Salad, Salsa Verde$35.00

Salad

Baby Gem Caesar Salad, White Anchovies, Croutons$14.00
Betts, Goat Cheese, Greens, Toasted Hazelnuts, Balsamic Reductions$13.00
Mixed Greens, Pear Tomatoes, Carrots, Parmigiano Reggiano, Lemon, EVOO$13.00
Prosciutto, Summer Melon, Arugula, Ricotta Salata, Spicy Honey$16.00
Wasik's Cheese Selection$24.00

What 4,075 people are saying

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

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Il Capriccio in Waltham is celebrated for its "outstanding dining experience," offering a "sophisticated Italian menu" with a standout wine list. Frequent diners praise the "excellent service" and consistently "delicious food." While some note occasional noise and service hiccups, the restaurant remains a "favorite" for special occasions and memorable meals.

4,075 Reviews

T
Thomas
Greater Boston
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This is an excellent restaurant. The food and service are wonderful. I had the veal chop, which was maybe the best I have ever had. The price of the meal was reasonable as well
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thomas
Greater Boston
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
always a solid experience.... excellent food and service
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Barbara
Greater Boston
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic overall as we have come to expect at Il capriccio! Thank you!
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Bill
Greater Boston
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a civilized experience! Cocktails- Gibson and Manhattan great. Porcini soufflé to start. Great bread and salad. Loved it all. And a sweet waitress.
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Patrick
Greater Boston
47 reviews
2.0
47 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
This is a very inconsistent restaurant as far as the food. My wife ordered the quail which was burnt and inedible. I ordered the halibut which was average, but a decent sauce. We have had some very good meals here, but now the bad has outweighed the good, and we will not return again.
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Ilene
Greater Boston
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Once our seating arrangements were rectified-originally seated in the lounge area, we had a delicious dinner. Our server was excellent.
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Anthony
Greater Boston
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wait staff excellent. Could have used a few more options otherwise good quality
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Chuck
Greater Boston
54 reviews
vip
5.0
54 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent time last night. The tuna tartare and lasagna bolognese apps were delicious. The Chicken schnitzel is amazing Great Wine selection Chuck and Denise
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George
Greater Boston
44 reviews
vip
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another enjoyable experience this evening. Our dinner was delicious, and service exceptional. The desserts are over the top great! Don’t pass them up.
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Margaretq=
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This is a fabulous gem of a spot. The food is very good and well prepared. The waiter recommended a great bottle of wine The mushroom soufflé was very good and the entrees carefully prepared. We didn’t want dessert but ordered it which we all gobbled up
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FAQs

Il Capriccio is rated 4.7 stars by 4075 OpenTable diners.

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

Il Capriccio

4.7

$31 to $50

Italian

Waltham

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

704 MAIN ST, Waltham, MA 02451

Additional information

Cross street
Moody St
Neighborhood
Waltham
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
The Merc private parking lot at rear of restaurant. Free street parking on Main St and Charles St.; there is also the Market Place Garage on Common Street. Please see our website for more details.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Nate Allen
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ilcapricciowaltham.com/
Phone number
(781) 894-2234
Private party facilities
Il Capriccio offers a number of options for private parties. Our Lombardy and Romagna private dining rooms seat 10-14 guests each. Sicily semi-private dining room seats 34 and Tuscany seats 30; combined they seat 64. We normally reserve private parties in Sicily and Tuscany on weekday evenings only.

Il Capriccio

Il Capriccio

Make a reservation

Additional information

Fettuccine Carbonara

Souffle di Porcini

Lemon Mousse

Antipasti

Souffle di Porcini$17.00

Red Wine Braised Short Rib with Soft Polenta$18.00

Charred Broccolini, Lemon, Pecorino, Tonnato$14.00

Roasted Swet Corn Soup, Butter Poached Lobster$16.00

Yellowfin Tuna Tartare, Avocado, Peppers, House-Made Chips$21.00

New England Tomatoes, Buffalo Mozzarella, Pea Greens, Basil Pesto$16.00

Grilled Spanish Octopus, Peppers, Cherry tomatoes, Chickpea Puree$18.00

House-Made Gravlax, Toast, Cucumber, Radish, Dill, Mustard$18.00

Charcuterie Plate, Italian Cured Meat Selection$25.00

Pasta

Potato Gnocchi Bolognese

Fettuccine Carbonara, House Made Pancetta, Poached Egg

Pappardelle alla Norma, Eggplant, Tomato, Basil, Ricotta Salata

Local Mushroom Risotto,Spinach, Parmigiana Reggiano

Shrimp and Scallop Lasagna, Lobster Cream Sauce

Main

Eggplant Vittorio, Walnuts, Romesco Sauce$30.00

Grilled Lamb Chops, Sweet Potato, Juniper Poivrade$42.00

Maine Sole, Mashed Potato, Spinach, Saffron White Wine Butter$36.00

Veal Scaloppine Valle d'Aosta, Fontina, Prosciutto, White Beans, Porcini Marsala Sauce$40.00

Pistachio and Pine Nut Crusted Halibut, Blood Orange Reduction, Roasted Poataoes$40.00

Giannone Chicken 'Schnitzel' Fried Egg, Herbed Spatzle, Mustard-Caper Sauce$33.00

Grilled Swordfish, Warm Local Corn Salad, Salsa Verde$35.00

Salad

Baby Gem Caesar Salad, White Anchovies, Croutons$14.00

Betts, Goat Cheese, Greens, Toasted Hazelnuts, Balsamic Reductions$13.00

Mixed Greens, Pear Tomatoes, Carrots, Parmigiano Reggiano, Lemon, EVOO$13.00

Prosciutto, Summer Melon, Arugula, Ricotta Salata, Spicy Honey$16.00

Wasik's Cheese Selection$24.00

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