This was our go-to cafe for our morning cappuccino and breakfast because of convenience. The owners also run La Giuliva B&B just up the street.
The pastry selection is extensive. Several displays are always filled with Torta Caprese, Cannoli, Croissant, Millefoglie, etc. WIth the high volume of customers, the turnover of available items always presented fresh choices.
Fabrizio, one of the owners, was always welcoming. Service was attentive and both the food and beverages were always served promptly. The general clientele are locals dropping in for an espresso at the bar, tourists grabbing a gelato for a stroll, or a combination of lingering patrons enjoying the inside or outside tables. With the big doors open on a nice day, even the inside tables felt like they were outside. This place seems like it never closes, so whether it was our early a.m. cappuccino, or an after midnight gelato, there was always something to eat or drink.
My daughter and her boyfriend ranked the gelato as the best in Capri. They also liked the sandwiches. Both the lemon and chocolate Torta Caprese get high marks in my book. From an establishment that has espresso and similar drinks as a key part of their business, it was always prepared and presented as expected. An added bonus is that they always had great music playing giving it a lively feel.
On a side note: one of the gentlemen that always seemed to be working there when we arrived was just not the friendliest. I am not sure if he was tired of tourists, did not like interacting with two men together on a holiday, or if his demeanor was inherently aloof. In any case, a restaurant is a service business. If the intent is to make money, then at least pretend to enjoy customers of any kind. This is the sole reason for holding back a fourth star. read more
