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Caupona

4.6 (17 reviews)
Closed • 12:30 pm - 3:30 PM, 7:30 PM - 11:00 PM

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William C.

I learned here that ancient Roman food isn't really for me. But the overall experience-- from the atmosphere to the dishes lovingly recreated from ancient recipes-- was exquisite.

Fried squid and cold cereal. Yummy!

A memorable dining experience! Just down the hill from Pompeii, this was a perfect capstone to our visit. My wife and I ate from the ancient seafood menu, and I was pleasantly surprised at the variety and flavors of the dishes. We started with some sort of chicken croquets, followed by seared tuna (excellent!), fried squid on cold cereal (surprisingly delicious), sea bass with arugula (tasty), and sweet cheese with figs (too sweet for me but my wife enjoyed) The Roman style building, fun costumes, and delightful staff made this a unique dining experience on our tour of Italy. Recommended!

Jennifer H.

Made a reservation for lunch, although I'm not sure if a reservation was needed since it wasn't crowded when we arrived. The ambience of the restaurant was super cute, and the wait staff was dressed up in tunics. When we arrived, the waiter talked to us about some of the frescoes at the restaurant and seated us at our table. I got the slaves menu, which overall was an interesting experience although not the tastiest food I've ever had. I think my favorites were the appetizer (a croquette thing) and the dessert. The bread was a little dry and not flavorful. The chicken dish was an interesting flavor, but also a little dry. The lentil soup was very large and hearty, but needed more flavor. I was expecting the lamb shank for the main meal, but unfortunately, they swapped it out for pork, which was pretty dry. The tasting menu was fun, but I just chose the wrong tasting menu. My boyfriend got the seafood tasting menu, and that was delicious!

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Nitisha D.

This was my second time at Caupona. First time with family. This is a fun place outside the gates of Pompeii. They have two types of menu- the regular and a preset Apician menu based of the recipes of Apicius, an ancient Roman cook. Both menus are excellent. The unique thing about the restaurant is the decor- set up to look like a Pompeiian inn- and the attire they offer to guests. So much fun. Reservations recommended.

Sadia H.

Our driver recommended this gem in Pompei on our way to Positano. At first we weren't sure as we were being led down this long pathway to what looks like nothing lol. However, what we found to our left was a beautifully decorated Pompeian restaurant! The idea of the place was to help you travel back to the era that Pompei was around. Everything from the robe they offer the to beautiful glass decanter, you really feel like you are in Pompei. The food was delicious. From the bread to the freshest mozzarella in Italy, we already knew we were in for a treat with our entrees. Nothing more to say other than see our photos because the food was just as delicious as it looks. Ciao Caupona till next time.

Travis C.

Wow what an amazing experience and amazing food! I really felt like this was THE authentic Roman meal to get in Pompei. I got the risotto and pork dishes, along with some wine. The waiter had me dress up as a Roman with him too. Location is a little weird down an alley, but do not miss this place!

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This was one of my favorite meals while visiting Italy. I would definitely recommend this resturant.

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Excellent food. My wife had a pasta dish and I had the old Pompeii meal. We shared everything and each course was wonderful.

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“We stumbled upon this place after taking a chance on a dusty road away from the tourist strip after a long day of sightseeing at Pompeii.”

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Il Machiavelli

Il Machiavelli

4.8(5 reviews)
1.3 km

In the midst of the touristy hustle and bustle, Il Machiavelli delivers a classy fine dining…read moreexperience. Their dishes were superbly put together with finesse and beauty in mind. We tried many things, all were good. The most exceptional were the beef tartare, fried cod with cauliflower and the spaghetti with seafood. We also tried pork belly, fried seafood with salad, tuna tartare with mozzarella, mixed salad, and pasta with tomatoes and mussels from mt Vesuvius. We had an early lunch so we were literally the only ones in the restaurant on a random weekday at 1pm. We ate on the beautiful outdoor patio area that was essentially enclosed in a tent, perfect for the slight chill in the air today. The locals would probably call this place expensive but for a group of 4, we spent about 120 euros including a few glasses of wine. They also have a nice 4-course tasting menu for 35 euros, 50 if you add wine to each course. For us, for the quality of the food with all local ingredients, it was certainly well worth it. Overall, a nice slow-paced restaurant to rest our feet while sipping on some local wines and tasting some good food after a long morning's walk in Pompeii.

Was a bit nervous walking in thinking I was under dressed, but if I had been wearing a Tux I could…read morenot have been treated any better. The food while small compared to American portions was fantastic. I had the Sea Bass and it was perfectly done. I highly recommend a stop here

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Il Posticino

Il Posticino

3.6(5 reviews)
1.1 km

Tourist trap. Expensive. Small portions. Poor service. High coperto (5 euros). We spent too much…read moretime passively waiting (half hour ish) for the food to come. While it tasted good, it was too small, we finished it in 10 minutes and were still hungry. No bread included either :(

Food just ok - extra kudos to the host…read more We visited Scavi Di Pompei that day and looked for a parking lot. The host/owner of this place offered us a parking space in front of his place right in the cool shade (good, because we are travelling with our dog). We knew of course that we will eat and drink a little something when we come back - there was no push or anything about that,but just something that was clear for us. So we left for the Pompei Ruins and the host kept feeding the parking meter for us...cool thing, so we didn't have to look at the time and just enjoy Pompei. After the visit we took a table outside in the shade, our dog was welcome as well. We had two beer, a plate of Linguine allo scoglio (seafood pasta) and a tuna/tomato salad with beans. Staff brought some water for our dog. Pasta was ok, not as fresh as other meals we had on this trip before. The Tuna salad on the other hand was very good. Fresh, light and tasty. Great choice for a hot day. All in all a fair meal for a fair price. It's not the greatest place to eat, but the owner/host is a really nice guy and the location right next to the ruins is great. So we were quite happy with it.

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Cantina del Vesuvio Winery

Cantina del Vesuvio Winery

4.6(46 reviews)
5.2 km
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We did a wine taste and lunch and both were great. The wine is amazing and we bought / shipped a…read moreton of it back to Tennessee. The lunch was a perfect match and pairing with the wine. Pasta was perfect. The service was good. We got a wine pourer that didn't seem to be in a good mood that day. Very matter of fact and not talkative compared to the others we saw at different tables. But still fast and attentive. The place was beautiful with the best views.

Cantina del Vesuvio: A Relaxing Afternoon of Wine, Food and Views…read more Cantina del Vesuvio was a lovely way to spend an afternoon near Naples, especially as an alternative to longer excursions to Pompeii or the Amalfi Coast. The entire experience takes only a couple of hours, including transportation from the city center or cruise port. We were welcomed with sparkling rosé before touring the vineyards and learning about their bottling and wine storage processes. Their wines are organic, which was an interesting part of the experience. After the tour, we were taken to an outdoor patio with stunning views of the vineyards and Mount Vesuvius. The tasting began with an antipasto charcuterie board featuring a variety of cheeses, vegetables and meats, accompanied by wines selected to pair with the food. The staff explained a little about each wine. Lunch included spaghetti with tomato sauce and a side of meatballs, paired with what they considered their best red wine. Dessert followed, accompanied by a very sweet wine. Before we left, we were even offered grappa while browsing their small shop. We didn't purchase any bottles because we generally prefer more robust reds than those offered, but the wines were enjoyable to experience alongside the food. Overall, this was a relaxing, well-rounded experience with good food, wine and beautiful scenery. It's a convenient option for cruise passengers or anyone looking for a shorter excursion near Naples without committing to a full-day tour.

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