Café Capriccio - Albany (NY)

5 /5 Mike Catanzaro: Growing up in an Italian family, I am pretty picky about Italian American food. I must say, Cafe Capriccio is outstanding. The flavors they use are from various areas in Italy and I must say, some of them are hard to incorporate into dishes. They hit the nail on the head every time. This is one of the best Italian restaurants Ive been to in the US. Way to go!

5 /5 Eunice Mosaku: From the moment you enter, you’re greeted by a warm, inviting atmosphere that is both sophisticated and comfortably charming. It’s the sort of place where you can savor a leisurely coffee, enjoy a delightful pastry, or linger over a beautifully prepared meal. The menu is thoughtfully curated, offering dishes that are fresh, flavorful, and elegantly presented. Every item reflects care and attention to detail, and the flavors are consistently excellent. The service is gracious, attentive, and unobtrusive, exactly what one hopes for in a truly lovely cafe. Cafe Caprio feels like a refined little haven in Albany, perfect for both a quiet morning indulgence or a relaxed midday treat. I cannot recommend it highly enough.

4 /5 Jonathan Crawford: I would give 5 stars across the board but regardless of how great of an experience I had everyone can improve somewhere. Food was great service was excellent atmosphere was impeccable. We will definitely be back.

5 /5 Max: The food was amazing. They had music playing in the bar area on the first we went. I had the Chicken Sorento, it was delicious. I dont stop eating until it was gone. My partner got the steak pasta she also didnt lift her head until she was finished. Great atmosphere and service. If you havent been here, they are a must go to. Everything is fresh and tastes delicious.

5 /5 Mari Baci: I was staying with friends in the area who said this was some of the best Italian in the capital—and it did not disappoint. The restaurant itself is very charming, with a cozy, old New York Italian feel: plenty of grandma-style clutter on the walls and romantic, dim lighting. Our servers were friendly, attentive, and never rushed us. They poured our wine professionally and were helpful when answering questions. We started with the meatballs and the grilled octopus. Both appetizers were well sized but not huge, just enough for 2–4 people to share. I don’t eat seafood, but I tried some of the beans that came with the octopus, and they were excellent. The meatballs were also impressive, especially for restaurant meatballs. For mains, my friend and I split the Duck Scarpariello and the Duck Ragu. Both were flavorful and satisfying, though I personally wasn’t a fan of the duck sausage (everyone else loved it, though!). My friends raved about the squid ink pasta and fra diavolo. One friend ordered one of the specials, truffle pasta, which was very rich and truffle-y. Overall, this was a wonderful place. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was full of character, and the staff made us feel welcome. Prices are on the higher side, but I’d happily return.