Capo

4.8

1326 Reviews

$50 and over

Italian

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2 people

Mar 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for fine wines

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.

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Location
1810 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401
Phone number
(310) 394-5550
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, European, Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
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.
Executive chef
Bruce Marder

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 1,326 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Westside
Best Service

Review summary

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Capo in Santa Monica is a top-tier Italian dining destination renowned for its "outstanding food and service" and "intimate ambiance." While it offers a "world-class wine list" and consistently "incredible" pasta, patrons should be aware of its "high prices." The "grilled Caesar salad" is a standout dish. Ideal for special occasions, Capo promises a memorable experience.

1,326 Reviews

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Kinsey VIP
Los Angeles10 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another great experience with the best service. The restaurant accommodated where I wanted to sit too. 10/10
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paul VIP
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Terrific food and wine list and very attentive service. One of the best restaurants in Los Angeles. Great ambience.
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Charlotte
Toronto2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Booked a table on a last-minute trip to Santa Monica. First time visiting the area. Every aspect of this dining experience was exceptional. I would drive 7 hours back to the area, just to dine here, again.
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Cherie VIP
Phoenix6 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love this place! We accidentally walked in to this restaurant eight years ago and have wanted to go back ever since. We finally went back last night to celebrate my son graduating from medical school. The food was amazing and our server Maxim was the best! I HIGHLY recommend this amazing place!
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Ali
Los Angeles2 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 5, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food was like a 4/10, prices are outrageous. Ambiance and vibe was cool though
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An absolutely delicious meal, attentive service, and beautiful atmosphere. Well return!
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Tam
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Honestly hands down the best restaurant in Los Angeles !!!
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Doug
Atlanta1 review
5.0
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic in every way. My wife and two friend had never been - they loved it as much as I do!!
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Tiffany VIP
San Diego28 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 29, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant with incredible food and service. Slightly overpriced but great for our anniversary celebration. My one flag is that we did not notice we were being charged for water and the server brought two bottles over the course of the meal without confirming with us first and we ended up spending $26 on water!
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SOYEON
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The pasta was fantastic!!!!! And cozy atmosphere :)
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FAQs

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

Capo is rated 4.8 stars by 1326 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

1810 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(310) 394-5550
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, European, Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
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.
Executive chef
Bruce Marder

Capo

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Rigatoni Tartufo Ragu

Bucatini Lamb Ragu

Spaghettini Gambero Selvatico

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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