We had high hopes for Capa Tosta based on the 4.5 stars, however our experience was pretty subpar. They gave us a tin of bread but it was 3 slices of a baguette. I've never seen such a small amount of bread served let alone baguette slices. We asked for more bread and they gave us another 3 slices. Pretty strange. They have olive oil and vinegar at the table but the only place to pour it was our large plates we got for the appetizer. So it went all over the entire plate and ruined our artichoke. Our mains were also not impressive. The cacio e Pepe was cold and covered and way too much Parmesan. It was hard to eat. We didn't say anything because our waitress was quite young and it didnt seem like we would get anywhere with complaining. The patio was lovely and the drinks were good. Just wish the food was better for the price! read more

This is a long overdue five-star review, but I'm finally checking it off my list. Capa Tosta is a phenomenal place - the food and people are wonderful! My partner and I came here for Valentine's Day, and it was an "escape" because the ambiance and food were on point. The dessert was the perfect ending to a beautiful Valentine's Day dinner. After a wonderful experience there, I knew I had to take my sister and her friends there as the place for dinner before we painted the town red (as part of her bachelorette weekend). The bachelorette dinner celebration was held in April and the team at Capa Tosta really took good care of us. They made our table look and feel extra special for the occasion, and my sister (bride-to-be) LOVED every minute of it. Having delicious food, kind company, and celebratory vibes really set the night off to a great start, and I'm so grateful to Sam and his team at Capa Tosta. Oh! And I wish I had pictures of the food, but we forgot to take some because we jumped straight to eating (that's how good the food looked, smelled, and tasted!). read more

Hidden gem in Pleasant Plains/Columbia Heights. I drive up Sherman Ave and always see this place... finally stopped in last night and was not disappointed! Familiar Italian favorites, house-made pastas, handcrafted cocktails, Italian wines, wonderful service. We had the Burrata, Frito Misto, and Meatballs Al Sugo to share. For my entree I had the Chicken Marsala, sooo good. Exactly what a Chicken Marsala should be. My friends had the Cavatelli Pesto, Penne Alla Vodka, and Eggplant Parm. All simple classics done right. We were able to grab a seat for four without reservations on a rainy Friday night. This will be my new neighborhood Italian spot. Looking forward to dining on their patio in the summer time. read more

From top to bottom, our dinner at Capa Tosta was a deliciously memorable first visit. The epitome of a warm and welcoming neighborhood spot, Capa Tosta will whisk you away to an intimate, family home dining experience. Service was prompt, attentive and accommodating. We ordered the Brussel sprouts and Meatballs al Sugo to start. The Brussel sprouts were cooked to perfection--the right amount of crispy meets melt in your mouth tender. The balsamic glaze and manchego cheese combined for a delicious rich savory sweetness meets subtle salty. The Meatballs got top marks from the meat eater at the table. We ordered the Tagliolini alla Norma and Rigatoni alla Vodka for our mains. The Tagliolini was cooked al dente on the mark, layered in a flavorful, cherry tomato sauce with delicate roasted eggplant. The burrata really makes the dish, slowly mixing into the pasta to deliver a creamy rich complement. The Rigatoni got a strong 4 stars, with the sauce making a a solid impression. Looking forward to our next meal! read more

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This is place is a goldmine !!!! Drink made by an artist!! Handmade pasta's and pizza's, incredible appetizers, a fennel salad to die, and don't even get me start on the deserts!! Uni will love the cozy ambiance and wonderful staff... honestly, what more can you ask for !!! I felt as if I was in Italy, enjoying an authentic innovate Italian home cooked meal made by favorite Italian aunt with love!!! In the heart DC, near an awesome night life. Local gem great to dine in or order out!!! read more

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Overall, solid Italian food. The No. 9 cocktail was well balanced. The frito misto was an excellent start with a combination of meaty calamari, succulent zucchini, and spicy peppers. The Bolognese was average. The lobster/crab ravioli had really good texture and taste. To end things, the tiramisu was not to miss with its use of real mascarpone! The service was decent, there was a seeming lack of experience but they were friendly and accommodating. The restaurant is very cute, it would likely be super crowded if it was in a more central location. Overall, a cute place a bit off the beaten path but would recommend if wanting a solid Italian meal! read more

So, we went as a part of restaurant week. The red house wine had a nice taste plus a high alcohol content. We really loved the eggplant parm and the chicken parmigiana. I personally got the tagliatelle and it was just as good, though the chicken parmigiana looked more filling. The only criticism was that the food could have had a little bit more salt for added flavor. Besides that there's nothing bad to say about this spot. Pros: Intimate Vibe, Local Neighborhood, Great Service read more

Capa Tosta - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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This place was super cute and delicious! We sat outside and they asked if we wanted to be moved in because it was going to rain. The waiter was friendly and pleasant. All of the staff members made sure we were taken care of. My husband got he last a and was not disappointed. I got the gnocchi in a mushroom cream sauce, so delicious and the mushroom flavor was spot on, the inside had pleasant music and was nicely dim lit. I highly recommend. The caprese a was the only thing that could have been better, but it wasn't bad. read more

Capa Tosta - Menu - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The restaurant was really nice and the service was good too. The food was average. Seeing other reviews I anticipated it to be much better, we were a little disappointed. read more

We just happened upon this restaurant. They have indoor and outdoor seating. The vibe is quaint. Staff is friendly and professional. Great crafted cocktails. We had lasagna and the rigatoni arribiata - both were EXCEPTIONAL! read more

The food was amazing, the signature cocktails were mind blowing and the ambiance was perfect - the only thing better was the service!!! I can't wait to go back and try the rest of the menu, but you have to get the deep fried artichoke OMG!!! read more

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We had an excellent dinner there this evening. I really enjoy small restaurants that are in a neighborhood and this place really fits that. Excellent food. Attentive service. Strongly recommend. read more

Just had a fantastic night at Capa Tosta with my girlfriend! We enjoyed Pesto Cavatelli, Rigatoni alla Vodka, and Prosciutto & Burrata. Delicious and authentic! Shoutout to our server, Arturo - super friendly and helpful! He joked that, being Italian, I should've known to get the Bolognese on a Sunday (my Mimi is probably rolling in her grave). Can't wait to try it next Sunday! Excited to hear their chef's opening Jojo's Brick Oven Pizzeria at 905 U St NW on 5/9 - can't wait to try it out! Seriously, if you haven't been to Capa Tosta yet, you're missing out! A+ for food, service, and atmosphere. read more

Capa Tosta - Prosciutto and burrata - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

What a cute local gem! Amazing drinks, food and service. My new go-to for an Aperol Spritz. The meatballs and chicken parm were cooked to perfection and so delicious. We felt so taken care by the owner and staff - would come back! read more

(Edit: after repeated pestering comments from the owner, I'm editing my review to focus instead on apparent lack of desire to focus on the content of my comment, which was the uninspired food preparation and lack of professionalism in attacking customers. Yes the aesthetic is weird, but not why they aren't a good restaurant, it was a side note. But I would make a point of not returning based on the owners attitude alone.) The menu is not that interesting - if you're going to have dishes like chicken parm and spaghetti and meatballs, the execution should be phenomenal, but the food was solidly average if not below. Like my friends who don't cook could boil pasta and use jars of sauce and get a similar result. And at the price point, I would rather have eaten at Olive Garden for better flavor. Glad I tried it given its a rare new neighborhood spot. would not recommend it to friends for food quality but would recommend just to hang out (edit: would no longer recommend) read more

Beautiful and delicious food. The menu is simple yet elegant, everything we ordered had a beautiful presentation and was absolutely delicious. Love this place!!! read more

Capa Tosta - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I absolutely love this restaurant. It's cozy and casual with top notch food. The fritto misto was excellent. So delicious with the perfect texture. I was pleasantly surprised that I quite liked the zucchini in it. It had just the right amount or calamari, shrimp, and zucchini with calamari dominating the fish which is how I prefer it. My tagliatelle was quite tasty too. Service was friendly, and the food came out quickly. I cannot wait to return! read more

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I've been to Capa Tosta several times now, usually with family. Every time we've enjoyed a great meal together, being welcomed in by Aldo on behalf of his family and the rest of the team. There aren't any gimmicks or things done for the sake of being trendy -- simply a menu with a nice variety of apps, salads, pastas and mains. As well as wines and a cocktail list with a few classics alongside some more unique house creations. The thing is, we're a family that shares, and without exaggeration every single thing I've tasted at Capa Tosta has been particularly delicious and well executed. At this point, that's most of the menu. The dishes are cooked with care and expertise. It's a family-run restaurant, with Aldo's mom ensuring that everything is flavored just right. There are no tricks or weird spins just for the sake of standing out. Yet things are a little bit tastier than elsewhere. Everything they serve has really hit the spot. The arrabbiata actually has a kick of savory chili peppers mixed in with the bright tomato sauce. The spaghetti vongole has the brininess of the clams balanced with the perfect amount of garlic and acidity from white wine. The orecchiette Pugliese features the pleasant bitterness of broccoli rabe dancing with sausage and ricotta salata. And the tagliatelle bolognese is hearty, rich, and lovingly made. The meatballs, crispy artichoke, eggplant parm, and fritto misto appetizers are all excellent. And there isn't a pasta that wouldn't please. The main dishes include a few standbys like chicken parmigiana and a daily special or two, which are also very satisfying. This is the type of place where you think you know what to expect, but things are just a little better anyway. Even the first time we visited, Aldo treated us like friends or family. There is a true feeling of hospitality, where we're not just customers but guests. All of this makes Capa Tosta an amazing place to have in the neighborhood, since it can make a regular evening turn into something special. read more

I went here for a birthday dinner with a large group and it was truly one of the best dining experiences I've ever had! The food and drinks were great but what really stood out was just how above and beyond the staff went to make sure we all had a great time. I was surprised with two different birthday cocktails that were very tasty and creative and an awesome tiramisu. Pro tip: If you are okay with one person in your large party picking up the tab, I highly recommend you ask to play credit card roulette. You won't regret it! read more

I recently had a terrific surprise birthday party for 38 for my husband. We had to do the party downstairs because of the limited mobility of my mother-in-law. The whole evening was perfect. We arrived about 1/2 hour after the guests and entered to the playing of Happy Birthday on the sound system. Reza could not have coordinated everything any better. Everyone raved about the food served buffet style and the bar service worked well with everyone being served at their seat. My husband said it was the best party he had been to since our wedding. Sam, the party coordinator, was able todo all the arrangements online and was also great. Thanks to everyone who was involved that night. read more

I cannot say enough great things about this restaurant!! Our first time here and it was such a surprise!! I was visiting my god daughter down the street and we drove by and decided to check out the menu since I like to go to neighborhood places. The service by Aldo was amazing!! It's a family run business where Nona in the kitchen makes everything (literally everything) from scratch! We got the bruschetta topped with creamy burrata and the fried crispy mozzarella !! Delicious!! Followed by the special tagliata with creamy truffle sauce and shitaki mushrooms and the squid ink pasta with lobster! Perfectly seasoned and cooked!! Followed by a caffe latte and cappuccino with cannoli and bombaloni !! The ricotta filling and cream filling went so well with the crispy outer shells!! Will definitely be back if I'm in the area!! Come here and support local business by eating delicious well executed Italian food while meeting the entire family!! Bravo!! read more

Horrible. worst meal Ive had in years. Gnocci was sitting in luke warm Chef Boyardee style sauce. Disgusting. Literally $23. unbelievably gross. Dont bother. read more

We decided to come here because of the reviews and we were not disappointed! It is such a cute restaurant with a great ambiance, fantastic food and wonderful service. We are from Ohio but happened to be in DC for business and celebrated our 18th wedding anniversary here :) read more

Capa Tosta - Cacio e Pepe and Gnocchi Sorrento - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Amazing homemade pasta! You can definitely taste the difference between pasta here and other restaurants in the area. It has this satisfying bite that is comforting, plus the sauces are out of this world! The eggplant with bucatini is one of the best you will have. The sauce is just soaked up in each noodle and each bite has a rich tomato and acidic profile. Highly recommend that dish and the chicken Marsala. The mushrooms are delightful and have the perfect consistency to bind to the pasta. It could use a dash of heat from chili flakes or Calabrian chili, but otherwise it is superb! Wine selection is nice. They have something for everyone if you are looking for deep reds or light roses. The bombolini is to die for. This donut is fluffy on the inside and but has a crispy exterior texture. The cream filling is insanely good. I couldn't get over how tasty it was. Highly recommend this place! read more

I had traveled in 3 times in the past and I didn't find the real Italian food in DMV, I just have one the best one in Georgetown. I heard the new restaurant, Capa Tosta and I ordered Cavatelli Pesto, its reallly good! As REAL as homemade Italian food Friendly stuff of restaurant and I will come again! read more

This is a must try. Everything was so delicious. Cool place in side and the staff was very friendly. The eggplant lasagna is something you have to get. read more

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The patio is nice on a nice evening. I ordered the lobster and crab ravioli in bisque but the serving size was ridiculously small for the price. I then got a more appropriately sized, albeit still expensive, dessert. Staff was friendly but the server didn't check on us pretty much at all our entire time there (~2 hours) though the manager (I presume that's who it was) did. I tipped the customary amount but the service was so meh, it had me questioning my decision after the fact. I more than likely won't be back. read more

Capa tosta is a quaint neighborhood Italian restaurant, located in Columbia Heights. It offers some very friendly prices and a welcoming patio area. The food was all solid -- we got the fried rice balls to start, gnocchi burrata, tagatelli bolognese, and the tiramisu to finish. All very tasty and homemade! However, the service was less than optimal. Service aside, will still return to try my hand at other dishes! read more

Capa Tosta - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Such a delicious, cozy Italian restaurant! We learned our waiter's parents came from Italy and make the dishes, and it definitely tasted like it. Having lived in Italy myself, it's hard to find places that taste authentic and fresh. Capa Tosta definitely did and I would highly recommend to everyone. The gnocchi and bombolini were incredible and my husband really enjoyed his bolognese. read more

Capa Tosta - Bomboloni - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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What a great addition to the neighborhood! A great place to come for authentic Italian food, great drinks, and amazing service. This is a must try place if you're in the area and like Italian food! The ambience is very laid-back and welcoming, the food prices are perfect, and the portions are huge! This is the perfect place to come for a low-key lunch, or a nice dinner. Definitely recommend the chicken parmigiana or the penne alla vodka! The fried mozzarella is also divine! We will be back, and hopefully will have enough room for dessert next time! read more

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I must admit that when I initially saw the menu, I knew my eyes were bigger than my stomach-- but I had to personally sample three of the pastas. My hubby opted for the fettuccine bolognese (not pictured because my husband ate it faster than I could photograph). I ordered the eggplant Parmesan, Rigatoni alla Norma, and the cacio e Pepe. Every. single. dish. was cooked to al dente perfection. I didn't have room for dessert but I decided to take my pasta leftovers to go to enjoy the next day so that I could sample the delicious tiramisu. I saw it arriving to the table next to us in an unbelievable presentation and knew I had to try it. Needless to say, I'm already planning my next visit. Thank you to Capa Tosta for the impeccable service and authentic Italian experience! read more

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Highly recommend this spot. Great chicken parm, fried mozzarella, and gnocchi. Service was great. Will definitely be back! read more

Capa Tosta - Cannoli - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Best Italian in DC. The pasta dishes are truly outstanding. Lovely and sophisticated ambience without feeling pretentious, cold, or commercial like some of their competitors. read more

Capa Tosta - Fra diavola - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Fantastic new addition to the Columbia Heights neighborhood! Delicious food, excellent service, welcoming staff, and beautiful ambiance made this a wonderful evening out. We started with the crispy artichokes, and then had the chicken Marsala and Orechiette Pugliese. Everything was delicious. Don't leave without the cannoli for dessert. We'll be back soon! read more

Capa Tosta - Chicken Marsala - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Amazing!! Great service, everything tasted incredible, very calm and pleasant atmosphere. read more

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Such amazing food and service with the cutest aesthetic and vibe!! A cozy evening for date night or din with friends!! My partner and I love this place!!! Also, super friendly and knowledgeable staff! A true hidden gem ( I could drink their pesto because it's so freaking good)!! Be back soon! read more

I recommended my friends to have dinner here and it was the worst mistake I ever made. Don't let yourself foolish by the pictures, this place is awful! We ordered caccio peppe (it was the first time in my life that I got this kind of pasta without a Parmesan bowl and it also seemed that the spaghetti's were reheated from yesterday!!). Then we had the gnocchis because I saw them on Yelp and looked nice. But they were terrible!!!! They were raw and the sauce was like the one that they sell in cans at whole foods or Trader Joe's. Probably more like Trader Joe's... anyway. If you love food and you hate to waste money, better avoid this place and eat something at home!! read more

Awesome food and awesome service. Relatively new, family owned restaurant. This restaurant was made with family love and you can feel it in the ambiance. Many ingredients are home made, everything tastes fresh. I got the chicken penne vodka which was very tasty, the free bread they offer is also delicious. Also got some cool Italian sparkling water drink, absolutely amazing. read more

Capa Tosta - Chicken Penne Vodka - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Went in on a Friday night to meet some friends. Sat on the twinkly patio outside, had the charcuterie and burrata, and some apps. Staff were friendly, food was yummy, wine was flowy. . . great spot. read more

Hello. Please give our thanks to the Manager(s) and others for the wonderful dinner and glass of wine . I had an amazing time., The food at Capa Tosta was absolutely spectacular !!!!Our waitress was just wonderful. Looking forward to visit soon . What a great place Please I highly recommended. Kareen R. read more