A Los Feliz STAPLE! With so many Italian restaurants who've opened in this area, none feel or taste like Il Capriccio and I love them for that! Been coming here since they opened (a very long time ago) and if you haven't been you need to go. Show me another Italian restaurant that gives you amazing homemade bread with any pasta order for delivery? You won't find one trust me. Serving sizes are generous and dining inside feels like you escaped Los Angeles and ended up in Europe! Love the Lasagna, Ravioli, and Mozzarella Marinara! read more

Il Capriccio is a solid Neapolitan-style restaurant, if you're near Vermont and Fountain, where Hollywood bumps up against Los Feliz. We ate in the front patio, at a comfortable table. The menu had several classic dishes, but we settled on Calamari Fritti as a starter, Rigatoni Norcina (sausage and tomato sauce-not pictured)), Tagliolini Nero (Squid ink pasta with prawns in a pink sauce), and Pollo alla Milanese (chicken cutlet with arugula and sides). We finished with a tiramisu (not pictured). The servings were well-portioned, and the flavor was good. The bread was warm and delicious and served with a side of pungent tapenade in olive oil that was very pleasing. The Pollo Milanese was a satisfying portion with a crispy crust and a pleasant handful of arugula on top. My companion asked for potatoes as a side and they brought out pasta, which they quickly swapped, although the incredulous question, "What--you don't like pasta?!" made me blab something mindless about gluten. It's true, my companion cannot eat large amounts of gluten without severe discomfort. A small bite or two (like the Milanese crust) she can manage, but a plate of pasta would knock her over. There are no gluten free pastas available (and that's okay since there are potatoes and vegetables) but having to explain WHY you ordered something which is ON the menu to someone who seems a little annoyed is awkward. That being said, our other companion has been going there for years, so there might be some familiarity there that opened up the table to this banter. The squid ink tagliolini was al dente, served in a bowl with the right amount of a sweet, creamy sauce, with five prawns. I liked it. I always choose to have my first taste of a new pasta dish without extra Parmesan, so I declined it when it was offered, but I would have liked an opportunity to add some after my first few bites, as the tangy saltiness would have helped cut through some of the sweet creaminess of the sauce. But that wasn't an option. Again, I think I might have committed the second faux pas at the table. The rigatoni looked good, although I didn't get a taste, The person who ordered it is a very picky eater, so the fact that he enjoyed it and took the leftovers home is a good sign. The calamari starter was crispy but I would choose another starter the next time to see what they have on offer. The tiramisu at the end was delicious! Not overly sweet, moist, and well-balanced. If you like tiramisu, you'll like this one. Will I return? Yes, why not? They have good, traditional food. BIG PLUS: There is affordable validated valet parking off the street (prized in that area). read more

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Hot summer day in LA. Sat inside, fans above were on and trying but a little hot for me inside. 7pm reservation and we got sat immediately so that was nice. Also, everyone there was friendly. Started with bread and an olive tapenade with olive oil. Nice switch to the usual oil and vinegar starter. Tasty. Wife got Picatta di Pollo and I went for the gnocchi. Entrees were solid all around. Wife finished her plate and that rarely happens, carrots, broccoli were steamed nicely. Gnocchi was flavorful and delicious. Grabbed the crème brûlée and its a large portion. We both finished that up. Overall great visit and wonderful food and staff. Great job. read more

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3-1/2 stars (bump up for good service). Stopped by Il Capriccio for an early dinner while in the area; we had a reservation at 6pm, but we came early and the waitress was nice to let us get seated an hour earlier. Inside was old school, a step back in time and offered a no-frills atmosphere. Service was pleasant, and it appears to be family-run. I ordered the tagliolini neri, aka squid ink pasta with shrimp and pink sauce. It took over an hour to get our food, even though we were one of two patrons in the restaurant. Food eventually arrived, piping hot, and it was tasty enough: I do wish that the pasta was a bit more al-dente and perhaps more flavorful-- even a bit of salt would've been better. Overall, an okay-experience. We were really put off by the extremely-long wait for our food, and it was pretty good, but nothing worth waiting that long for. But I appreciated the nice service and it did feel like eating inside a trattoria in New York, with its nonnas and no-nonsense vibes. read more

Il Capriccio - Tagliolini neri - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The cute little outdoor terrace caught my attention and the dimly lit interior. I was immediately sat by my waitress who was so kind and polite. She immediately showed me the specials which, I didn't get any, but they all sounded so good. I had the Carozza (lightly breaded mozzarella in a marinara sauce) which was so delicious! Not oily, just the right amount of melt, and the sauce had such a new flavor. Very good. Then I had the Linguine Vongole (pasta, tossed with tender in-shell Manila clams, sautéed in olive oil, white wine and garlic). TO DIE FOR! Rich in flavor, nom fishy taste, fresh tasting. The bus girl also, so nice, quick and kind. She immediately had bread in the table for me and a great personality. Definitely bringing a date here. read more

Il Capriccio - Carazzo Mozzarella Marinara - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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What a gem. We were on our way down the 5 from Burbank to the OC and stopped for my husband's favorite type of food. The owner is an alumni from my high school and I had never been to his restaurant although he has had this location and several others for over a couple of decades. I rarely come to LA. We had a great time. We sat on the small patio although there were wonderful tables inside. Loved the feel of sitting out there, people watching. Reminded us of Europe and the sidewalk cafes. Ran into another classmate there! What were the chances of that? Anyway, we enjoyed their delicious bread and started with their calamari while looking over the menu. The calamari was made with a perfect batter, light and crispy with a very good dipping sauce. Next we shared a Caesar salad (both were on the Happy Hour Menu). For dinner, my husband was torn with several choices that caught his eye but as often is the case, stuck with his Linguine Vongole which he was very happy with. He truly knows his preferences and found this dish to have sweet clams with a flavorful sauce. Ermanno explained how he chose to cook his as to why it comes out so nicely. I ordered the branzino which came with angel hair pasta and vegetables. A lovely plate presentation and soooo good. For dessert we shared the apple tart heated a la mode. We are such happy campers we are already planning to drive allll the way back to meet with friends for dinner. Valet Parking is $7 while dining here (with Validation. ) read more

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Il Capriccio is, along with La Parolaccia Osteria in Long Beach, one of best Italian restaurants in the Greater LA Area. The food is universally good: I've literally never had a bad meal here. For a long time I ordered nothing but the frutti di mare with pasta. But there ever-changing menu has encouraged me to explore a variety of Italian dishes from gnocchi to ravioli. The inside of the restaurant feels very New York: West Village or Lower East Side. Narrow, long restaurant. But very charming in decor. Service has always been very nice and prompt. Though, I really should stop ordering more of their delicious complimentary crusty bread and tapenade. Definitely worth a visit or three. read more

Been visiting this place for years and as always, great food! Can't wait to go back!

11/10 BEST ITALIAN IN LA that hidden gem you wish you discovered sooner. I ordered the Rigatoni Norcina and an Arribata (sauce on the side), and honestly, this place blew me away. Hands down one of the best Italian spots in Los Angeles. Skip the overhyped names like Jon& Vinny's--here you get more pasta, for $10 less, and it's the kind of dish that makes you want to lick the plate clean. That's not something I can say about most Italian restaurants, and trust me, Italian food is my favorite cuisine. cozy, authentic, and criminally underrated. It's one of those rare spots you almost don't want to gatekeep, but it deserves the spotlight. The flavors are rich, the portions are generous, and every bite tastes like it was made with love. If you're tired of the scene-y spots that don't live up to the hype, come here. This is the kind of restaurant you'll keep coming back to, and wonder why it isn't talked about more. easily one of LA's best-kept secrets. read more

Il Capriccio - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Worst fettuccini carbonara ever! I couldn't do more than one bite. The chicken Milanese was also dry and tasteless. The bread and the wine was great. The Jazz music fantastic. The service was ok read more

We love this spot. So perfect for a date night. Family owned and operated. There's not a bad item on the menu and everything is so fresh! The ambience is casual, classy and intimate. Perfect for date night or wanting to feel European. read more

Il Capriccio - Tonight's pollo special: boneless chicken breast in a walnut cream sauce with roasted potatoes and veggies - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My wife and I celebrated our 28th Valentine's together at Il Capriccio, and I cannot believe it took me over 30 years of living in Southern California to finally come here. Because we usually do Saturday lunches with our kids, and this spot only opens in the evenings, it somehow stayed off our radar all these years. That turned out to be our loss. This place feels like a hidden gem. The prices honestly feel frozen in time, like what I remember paying a decade ago for truly excellent pasta and pizza. I am not a food critic, but I have eaten well, including trips to Italy. On one vacation, we even took a day trip from Rome to Naples just to try the Margherita pizza where it was born. I can genuinely say the Margherita here stands right up there with what I had in Naples. The crust, especially that last bite at the edge of the slice, was incredibly flavorful and satisfying. The restaurant itself is on the smaller side. Tables are close together and it gets lively, but it never feels over the top. The staff is warm and welcoming. If you are expecting your food to appear instantly, that will not happen. You will wait a bit. But it is absolutely worth it. We will definitely be back, and next time we are bringing the kids. read more

We found an amazing Italian restaurant on Vermont Ave! The service was great, and the owner was friendly and witty! He made us feel like we were dining in his mom's kitchen in Naples. Beautiful clean restaurant with an Italian vibe throughout, white tablecloths, and old school pictures hanging on the walls. We had the Salsiccia pizza, and it was delicious! Generous amounts of sausage and mozzarella topped this pizza with a hint of roasted garlic and of course fresh basil, sooooo good, and soooo fresh! The Caprese antipasti salad was tasty as well, fresh sliced tamatoes, with slices of mozzarella over mixed greens topped with extra virgin olive oil and basil! All served with fresh warm bread, smelling and looking like it just came out the oven. What a lovely, delicious, and delightful surprise! If you truly want a taste of Italy, this is the spot! Enjoy. read more

I love love love pasta!! Pasta is one my favorite food. This place is amazing. Went here for my birthday with my family. We got pasta and pizza. We all got each pasta and we all loved it. Definitely coming back here. My favorite Rigatoni Norcina and spaghetti carbonara but I love all of their pasta. Our sever was amazing. There was homeless interrupting our dinner but our lady was able to handle it herself. Street parking only. read more

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I'll Capriccio is and continues to be our go to place for celebrating a special occasion. The food is amazing. They take such great care with ingredients and the flavor. It always has the best specials. The wait staff is terrific and will always know to recommend the most popular and exquisite dishes. The ambiance is fun. I've seen celebs and locals commingling. Dim lighting is best for a fabulous date night. Trust the recommendations, drink the wine and enjoy a special evening at Il Capriccio. You're worth it. read more

The pasta norcina was SO GOOD!! And it was super fun chatting with friends and the owner. Such a lovely, relaxed evening!

Friday's Birthday dinner experience from Ambience, Service and quality Food was superb and delicious The Waitress was wonderful from beginning to end especially the unexpected treat made... Tiramisu dessert to Celebrate Me My friends and I enjoyed the evening with delightful anticipation as we celebrated our Friendship at I'll Capriccio in Los Feliz. Never disappoints my Family and Friends THANK YOU ALL With Love BEM3 read more

I live nearby and love the waitress and the food is decent but there is a very rude old dude (owner?) who sits outside drinking; he sat us and harassed my daughter. I noticed he is mentioned in other bad reviews. I'll never go again, sadly, and the restaurant was almost empty on a Saturday night--I wonder how much of that is down to him. What a jerk! What a waste of a great space. read more

I love an authentic Italian place. Amazing food and service. I arrived without a reservation as a party of five and was seated within minutes. Our server was lovely and offered great recommendations. All the food we had was impeccable. Everything was worth the price. read more

Il Capriccio - Lasagna - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Some friends and I were heading to a show at the Greek Theater. Looking for a place to eat before it started we came across Il Capriccio. The space is small, but never felt cramped or overcrowded. The service was quick and the food they brought out was filling and delicious. For proximity to the Greek, it's right down the street. If you're looking for good food before a show, or before a night out in Los Feliz I'd highly recommend giving this restaurant a try. For parking: There's usually street parking available in the area, but if for whatever reason an open spot is hard to come by Il Capriccio has a valet option as well. read more

Il Capriccio - Tagliolini Neri + Rigatoni Norcina - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

A true hidden gem. My husband and I used to come here when I was going through radiation at Kaiser - Sunset. We were in the area and decided to see if it was still here. We couldn't recall the name but knew how to get here from the hospital. Lucky for us we found it!!! The bread the bread the bread!!! Your meal starts you off as a yummy promise for the rest of your dining experience and they do not disappoint. We both ordered off their specials menu (odd for me since I'm a creature of habit when it comes to ordering Chicken Piccata) I had a chicken in a Gorgonzola sauce that was absolutely delicious. read more

This place needs to be protected at all cost! There is no better authentic Italian! The rigatoni norcina is heavenly! I mean my sister drives well over an hour to get it and I take it when she misses it! Service here is phenomenal! They are always friendly. It is a tiny small Restaurant but it's cozy, clean, and authentic! There is nothing on their menu I have not loved! A must try place for sure! read more

We had a small birthday dinner party for my wonderful wife. We had a wide range of entrees from lasagne to chicken piccata I had one of the daily specials- pork chops filled with Gorgonzola - with sautéed vegetables with pasta. We had a Caesar salad and mozzarella appetizer for enjoyable beginning to the meal Finished with crème brûlée and cannolis Great cup of American cafe - bold taste and hot! Overall food was tasty and good size portions Service was punctual but chaotic in regards to minor error in order accuracy and balancing table assignments. Two servers running indoor and out Valet parking lot but street parking was available on a Sunday night read more

Il Capriccio - Pork chop stuffed with Gorgonzola- daily special - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Very good! I'd go here again. I tried their fettuccine verde which was delicious + rigatoni norcina. I'm so glad we tried this place. The vibes inside was nice too. read more

Il Capriccio - Rigatoni Norcina - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I just recently went to Il Capriccio for dinner. My partner and I had a very nice time! We were able to split a salad as an appetizer. We were also provided with bread and some sort of oil spread which was very nice. My partner got the pasta with clams and garlic. I tried it and it was delicious. I had the pollo dish which had a Gorgonzola and mushroom sauce. It was very good! And the side of vegetables that it came with were very good as well. They were cooked with garlic but it was subtle. Lastly, the service was very good. The employees were attentive to our needs. It had been a while since we last went to this restaurant. I look forward to the next time! read more

Why did it take me so long to visit Il Capriccio? We popped in on a weekday and sat at the bar. Ella was kind and fun. We ordered the rigatoni norcina, chicken parm and salscicia pizza. Everything was nicely portioned and delicious - not heavy. You really get a warm neighborhood feel in here. Will def be back! There's valet parking on the side of the building or you'll have to find metered/street parking nearby. read more

Showed up 1hr before closing. Staff rudely stated, "we're closed." And then sat down and kept staring. Weird.

I used to live in LA. And this was my favorite restaurant! I haven't been back here since 2015. I came back to visit friends and the first place I took my husband to dinner was Il Capriccio! The calamari and the Rigatoni Antonio were always my go to's and even a few years later they did not disappoint! I started coming here in 2013 and to have this amount of consistency...even after what I can only imagine were a hard couple of years...is amazing. We will be back again and I know it will just as good next time we get here. Ambiance is very cozy. The neighborhood around it is also laid back and fun to explore. read more

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Hands down the best Italian cuisine in town. Everything from the food , the service, the atmosphere, the location, the staff, to the absolutely excellent . My favorite dish is their gnocchi and I always ask for their homemade Ricotta cheesecake, don't miss their Panna Cotta it's the best. Everytime I go I'm greeted with the warmest welcome and I have to say Tiziana is what makes their Guests Experience impeccable and makes me want to come back. read more

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The food is amazing!!! One of my favorite Italian restaurants! The service is great and the owner is super friendly and kind. Love this place!! read more

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We've been celebrating our anniversary here for the last few years. Service is always impeccable and the food is always mouth-watering. It's romantic but not pretentious and we always feel welcome. read more

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This used to be my favorite neighborhood Italian restaurant. It was busy and the servers were really great and the food was wonderful. I haven't been here since before the pandemic and a lot has changed. They redecorated which looks great. The tables are still wobbly. I was there on a Tuesday night around 7pm and I was the only customer and it was a very dead vibe. When I got there I thought they were closed. You still get bred with this olive dip which is nice. I elected to get the Chicken special - Chicken breast in a cream sauce with peas and prosciutto. The meal was really disappointing. The chicken breast was moist but it was a small portion. The cream sauce was tasteless. I heard the cook ask my server what was in the sauce. You get 3 small slivers of potatoes and overcooked vegetables. I used to love their chicken dishes when they did bone in and I didn't mind waiting. They used to have large portions. What I got was not worth the price at all. Anyways... now I'm searching for a new favorite neighborhood Italian restaurant. read more

Il Capriccio - New look. I was the only customer. This is Tuesday night around 7:30pm. The people at the counter are the staff. - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Food was excellent big portions and true Italian flavors. Service was amazing very spot on and great service. Place was clean and looks great. The desert was really delicious,too. If you go don't forget to try some specially ricotta and the créme Brúlée. read more

Drove 30 miles to try this restaurant after seeing it featured on KTLA. Thought the owner could have at least said hello. Waitress was fantastic. The food was pretty good. We ordered lasagna, which was the best of the dishes we ordered. Also ordered Ravioli, gnocchi and cesar salad. Ravioli had great flavor, wish they were filled more. Ravioli portion size is too small. Gnocchi and salad were yummy so was the fresh bread. Took over an hour to get our food though. We all ordered dessert. Tiramisu needed more cream Apple tart was delicious Cannoli not good, something in it left an after taste. Plus, ricotta isn't shiny not sure what was in the filling. read more

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This is a small, seemingly family-run Italian restaurant in a busy part of Vermont, across from the Dresden Room. There is street parking only, and just a few outdoor tables are on a small streetside patio. The inside is long and narrow. The food was good - not amazing. The prices were similar to other local Italian restaurants in 2024/2025 - pastas that should be $14-$17 are now $22-$25. They have pizza and some homemade desserts. I don't know if I would make this a destination, but if in the area, it's good for a yummy traditional Italian meal! read more

Service was fast and nice! and the food was just so delicious authentic Italian food i ever had 10/10 read more

Il Capriccio - Peperoni e Mozzarella and chicken Alfredo - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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11/10 best place for Italian food that gives you that comfy home vibe. Indoor seating is pretty small and limited but worth the wait, there is also outdoor seating. Caprese salad was a little too tasteless for my preference but still amazing. I ordered the parmigiana di pollo with a side of pasta and potatoes and it was the best dish ever. We also ordered Lasagna, Gnocchi, and the fish special (all not pictured) which were equally as amazing. Will definitely be returning. Waitress was extremely helpful and made my experience over the top! read more

Il Capriccio - Pollo Parmigiana - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Great food, great service. Convenient valet parking. Always an enjoyable evening. Even a heater if you want to sit outside. read more

This place is amazing! We had a reservation that we had to push back due to personal reasons but the hosts were super helpful and understanding. Upon arriving, we were seated right away and was introduced the specials for the day. When asked what wine would go well with a dish I wanted to try, their recommendation was great, loved the wine! We ended up ordering the ink pasta, salad, calamari, and a garlic-y pizza (sorry I couldn't remember/find the menu names!) However, the ink pasta was really tasty. Personally I like a little more umph/spice so I added some pepper and that made it all the better! The calamari was really crispy and the sauce it came with was very different from other places so it was interesting yet delicious. (A type of marinara sauce with a bit of spice on the bottom.) Lastly, the garlic-y pizza was so amazing! I don't really care for pizza but it smelled so good and when I took a bite out of the melty goodness, there were so many amazing flavors that mixed so well together! On top of the amazing food the service was amazing. Everyone was really helpful, polite and genuinely seemed to care that you were enjoying your time. I would definitely come back again to try all their other food! Give them a try if you are in the area, you won't regret it! read more

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The food and bread were delicious. Attended a party and the food was catered in. This is how I discovered it Capriccio. I could only rate the food not the ambiance since I've never been to their restaurant. read more