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Cafe Capriccio

Restaurant in Albany

49 Grand St Albany NY, 12207

(518) 465-0439


General Description

Cafe Capriccio was established in 1982 by Jim Rua in an historic brownstone on Grand Street, the center of Albany’s once-thriving Italian neighborhood. Soon after its debut, Vinod Chhabra, food critic for the Albany Times Union, rated Cafe Capriccio top on the list of the best restaurants saying "this cozy little basement operation...is probably the most interesting restaurant in Albany today." Capriccio continues to maintain its unique reputation and is chosen year after year by Capital-area media as Albany's Best Italian Restaurant. Food writer Byron Nilsson recently captured the Cafe's purpose and commitment when he titled his review: "Timeless Excellence". With its intimate booth seating, warm maple paneling and 1930s Italian décor, the Café continues to be one of the most romantic dining destinations in the Capital District. The Cafe's evolving menu enhances its reputation as the areas most authentic Italian dining experience by exploring all areas of Italian cuisine past and present.

Location & Map


Cafe Capriccio
49 Grand St
Albany, NY 12207
(518) 465-0439
Driving Directions

(518) 462-3544

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