Capo

Name: Capo
Address: 1810 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA, United States, 90401
Telephone: (310) 394-5550
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.9

4.9 (1336)

$50 and over

Italian

1810 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401

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2 people

May 23, 2025

9:30 PM

Booked 11 times today

About this restaurant

Capo, with its modern Italian cuisine, offers a rustic yet elegant dining room with high-beamed ceilings, flickering candles, museum quality art collection, and a large Tuscan-style fireplace where the chefs prepare much of our menu. Capo has an extensive wine list, earning Wine Spectator's top award, and a classic cocktail bar where our guests can enjoy our full menu alongside the warmth of the fireplace.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, European, Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(310) 394-5550
Website
http://www.caporestaurant.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Bruce Marder
Private party facilities
For groups of 9 or more, or to book our "semi-private" patio space, please email your requests to CapoSM1810@gmail.com. We will get back to you with availability and pricing details as soon as we can. Thank you.

Location
1810 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Cross street
Pico and Ocean Ave
Parking details
Valet parking available at a rate of $15 (cash only). There is also street (metered) parking available in the area.
Public transit
Big Blue Bus on Pacific and Ocean Park Blvd.
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Popular dishes

Porcini Zuppa$25.00
Insalata Mista$22.00
Romaine 'Alla Griglia', Tartufo Bianco Caesar$31.00
Scamorza e Caciocavallo Calda Insalata$36.00
Carciofi alla Judea Romana$39.00
'Heirloom Vegetable', Burrata$38.00
Tri-Colore 'Red Cow' Rocca Reggiano$30.00
Capo Polpette, Sugo di Pomodoro$32.00
'Maryland Crab' Torta, Limone$37.00
Calamari 'Alla Griglia'$33.00
Octopus 'Alla Griglia' Piqante$36.00

Cured

Prosciutto Italiano$41.00
Jamon de Bellotta$81.00
Salmone Affumicato$36.00
Imperiale Caviali, Blini$235.00

Pasta / Risotto

Rigatoni Tartufo Ragu$42.00
Corn Ravioli, Tartufo$41.00
Bucatini Lamb Ragu$40.00
Tortelli di Zucca, Salouies$40.00
Penne Rigate Carbonara$39.00
Ditalini Rigate Amatriciana$39.00
Risotto del Giorno
- Market Price

Pesci

Branzino alla Griglia$79.00
'Dover Sole' [North Sea]$89.00
Salmone alla Griglia$78.00
San Pietro alla Griglia$84.00
as available

Pollo e Anatra

Tecumseh Pollo Roti Tartufo$74.00
Tecumseh Pollo Pomodoro$65.00
'Mapleleaf Duck' & Salsiccia, Polenta$68.00

Carne

Trippa alla Fiorentina, 'Red Cow' Parmagiana$38.00
'Country Lamb Rack' alla Griglia$79.00
'Short Ribs Osborne', Porcini$78.00
Vitello 'Plume de Veau' Costoletta$81.00
Scaloppini$81.00
'Snake River Country Pork' alla Griglia$75.00
'Australian Wyagu NY Cut' alla Griglia$125.00
Creekstone Farm Prime Filet -Bone-In$125.00
Flannery Prima alla Griglia 'New York' o 'Bone In'$88.00
Flannery Prima alla Griglia 'Rib Chop'$89.00
Flannery Prima alla Griglia 'Filet' alla Griglia$99.00
Fiorentina
- For 2$195.00
Galette di Patate$28.00
Gratinato Gipolla e Patate$32.00

What 1,336 people are saying

Capo reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Los Angeles
Best Ambiance
Los Angeles
Good for special occasions
Los Angeles
Italian
Westside
Best Overall
Westside
Best Food
Westside
Best Service
Westside
Best Ambiance
Westside
Good for special occasions
Westside
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Capo in Santa Monica offers a "stunning pleasure" with its "outstanding" food and "magnificent" service. The ambiance is "unique and warm," making it perfect for special occasions. While some find it pricey, the "best service" and "authentically Italian" flavors create an unforgettable dining experience, making it a must-visit.

1,336 Reviews

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Samantha VIP
Houston10 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best Italian restaurant in LA! I wish I knew about this place when I lived here, it’s amazing! Great food, amazing service, and such a wonderful atmosphere. You truly feel like you’re in Italy!
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Mary Beth
Los Angeles6 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I hadn’t been back to Capo in some time. The restaurant was bustling with customers. Everyone working there was very friendly and efficient. I had pasta with mushrooms - a special that night and it was amazing and we shared the chocolate soufflé also very good. I’m so glad I returned to this gem of a restaurant. I hope to be back soon.
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Jay VIP
Los Angeles7 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 7, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Very loud table of men next to us. 8 guys. Inappropriate for a small room like this.
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Victoria
New Orleans3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
AMAZING!!! my favorite place in LA! best service best food best ambiance!!
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Clifford VIP
Los Angeles15 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best service in Santa Monica. Jamison at the bar is superb.
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Ali VIP
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on April 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Overpriced IMO, but a good place to visit at least once
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wende VIP
Greater Boston3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing!’ Ate at the bar great food great celeb watching!!
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Arman VIP
Los Angeles14 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Capo is one of the greatest restaurants in the world and I am not saying that lightly. Food is outstanding and a perfection in its simplicity and flavors. Service is magnificent. The doo knows exactly what they’re doing and knows the guests and graciously welcomes the guests. The environment is unique and warm. It is the single most inviting and knowledgeable staff and a stunning pleasure to eat there every time I come to Los Angeles.
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Brian
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience - we love Capo and have been going for special occasions for years now.
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Andreas
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on March 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible. Delicious. Ambiance. All 10/10. Can’t wait to be back.
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FAQs

Capo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 394-5550.

Capo is rated 4.9 stars by 1336 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

May 23, 2025

9:30 PM

Booked 11 times today

1810 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Pico and Ocean Ave
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, European, Steakhouse
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet parking available at a rate of $15 (cash only). There is also street (metered) parking available in the area.
Public transit
Big Blue Bus on Pacific and Ocean Park Blvd.
Executive chef
Bruce Marder
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.caporestaurant.com/
Phone number
(310) 394-5550
Private party facilities
For groups of 9 or more, or to book our "semi-private" patio space, please email your requests to CapoSM1810@gmail.com. We will get back to you with availability and pricing details as soon as we can. Thank you.

Capo

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Rigatoni Tartufo Ragu

Spaghettini Gambero Selvatico

Bucatini Lamb Ragu

Antipasti

Porcini Zuppa$25.00

Insalata Mista$22.00

Romaine 'Alla Griglia', Tartufo Bianco Caesar$31.00

Scamorza e Caciocavallo Calda Insalata$36.00

Carciofi alla Judea Romana$39.00

'Heirloom Vegetable', Burrata$38.00

Tri-Colore 'Red Cow' Rocca Reggiano$30.00

Capo Polpette, Sugo di Pomodoro$32.00

'Maryland Crab' Torta, Limone$37.00

Calamari 'Alla Griglia'$33.00

Octopus 'Alla Griglia' Piqante$36.00

Cured

Prosciutto Italiano$41.00

Jamon de Bellotta$81.00

Salmone Affumicato$36.00

Imperiale Caviali, Blini$235.00

Pasta / Risotto

Rigatoni Tartufo Ragu$42.00

Corn Ravioli, Tartufo$41.00

Bucatini Lamb Ragu$40.00

Tortelli di Zucca, Salouies$40.00

Penne Rigate Carbonara$39.00

Ditalini Rigate Amatriciana$39.00

Risotto del Giorno

Pesci

Branzino alla Griglia$79.00

'Dover Sole' [North Sea]$89.00

Salmone alla Griglia$78.00

San Pietro alla Griglia$84.00

Pollo e Anatra

Tecumseh Pollo Roti Tartufo$74.00

Tecumseh Pollo Pomodoro$65.00

'Mapleleaf Duck' & Salsiccia, Polenta$68.00

Carne

Trippa alla Fiorentina, 'Red Cow' Parmagiana$38.00

'Country Lamb Rack' alla Griglia$79.00

'Short Ribs Osborne', Porcini$78.00

Vitello 'Plume de Veau' Costoletta$81.00

Scaloppini$81.00

'Snake River Country Pork' alla Griglia$75.00

'Australian Wyagu NY Cut' alla Griglia$125.00

Creekstone Farm Prime Filet -Bone-In$125.00

Flannery Prima alla Griglia 'New York' o 'Bone In'$88.00

Flannery Prima alla Griglia 'Rib Chop'$89.00

Flannery Prima alla Griglia 'Filet' alla Griglia$99.00

Fiorentina

Galette di Patate$28.00

Gratinato Gipolla e Patate$32.00

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