16 Best Italian Restaurants near Capitola

Caruso's Tuscan Cuisine Italian • $$
115 San Jose Ave, Capitola

Customers` Favorites

Special Request Spaghetti with Clam in White Wine
Dischetti Ai Tartufo
Spaghetti Bolognese
Spaghetti Carbonara
Seafood Fettuccine
Spaghetti Marinara
Gnocchi Bolognese
Linguini and Clams
Spaghetti Pollo
Lasagna Di Carne

“Champagne AND spaghetti?! I am so happy you can order Caruso's at Vin Vivant. A match made in Heaven!

The Caruso family is so nice and the food is just delicious, pure comfort food. The Gnocchi Al Forno is the best gnocchi I've ever had. Pillowy gnocchi in a hearty, garlicky marinara. It's like eating a WARM HUG.

I also love the Fettuccine Vodka and Chicken Parmesan. The complimentary bread with roasted garlic oil is such a nice gift.“

4.5 Superb81 Reviews
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant Italian • $$
3400 Clares St, Capitola

Customers` Favorites

Chicken \u0026 Gnocchi a Creamy Soup Made with Roasted Chicken Italian Dumplings and Spinach
Black Tie Mousse Cake Chocolate Cake Dark Chocolate Cheesecake and Creamy Custard with Icing
Chicken Parmigiana a Classic with Our Homemade Marinara and a Side of Spaghetti
Minestrone Fresh Vegetables Beans and Pasta in a Light Tomato Broth
Shrimp Alfredo Fettuccine Alfredo Tossed with Sautéed Shrimp
Lasagna Dine in: Yes Takeout: Yes Curbside pickup: Yes
Never-Ending Soup Salad \u0026 Breadsticks
Never-Ending Soup Salad & Breadsticks
Plate of Spaghetti with Meatballs
Chicken & Shrimp Carbonara

“The food is what I expect from Olive Garden. Addictive breadsticks, yummy soup, etc. but what this review is about is Nick. This man knows what girls want. And that’s more breadsticks without asking. I found out today his only his second day but he’s working like he’s reached a flow state and this is what he truly wants to be doing. If you read this, Nick, thank you. You made lunch amazing for my child.“

4.2 Good160 Reviews
La Posta Italian • $$
538 Seabright Ave, Santa Cruz - 3.05 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fresh Fettucini with Parmiagiano Reggio Peccorino Butter
Gem Lettuce Salad with Killer Bread
Tagliatelle Wild Mushroom
Pizza Margherita
Brussels Sprouts
Seared Scallops
Affogato

“Amazing! That’s all that needs to be said. See you next visit!“

4.6 Superb371 Reviews
Sugo Italian Pasta Bar Italian • $$
1116 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz - 3.23 miles

Customers` Favorites

Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Wild Mushroom Ravioli
Spaghetti Carbonara
Eggplant Parmigiana
Chicken Parmigiana
Mousse De Chocolate
Bruschetta Classica
Vegetariana Pizza
Lasagna Boloness
Chocolate Mousse

“This restaurant is amazing. Definitely worth visiting. Small and romantic. And the food..... Fantastic. I visited from out of town, had a late lunch. This is a place worth going to. The staff is warm and welcoming. I would definitely come back.“

4.6 Superb262 Reviews
Lago di Como Italian • $$
21490 E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz - 2.25 miles

Customers` Favorites

IL Branzino - Mediterranean Seabass
Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese
Casoncelli Butternut
Burrata E Prosciutto
Chocolate Mousse Bomb
Scaloppine Del Lago
Carpaccio Di Manzo
Chocolate Souffle
Pizza Siciliana
Salmon Piccata

“It’s the best, most authentic Italian food restaurant in Santa Cruz, and the ambience is so comfortable and inviting.“

4.6 Superb132 Reviews
Mentone Italian • $$$
174 Aptos Vlg Wy, Aptos - 2.97 miles

Customers` Favorites

Tomato and Watermelon Salad
Mixed Salumi Plate
Soppressata Pizza
Margherita Pizza
Pizza Margherita
Hazelnut Gelato
White Bean Soup
Puntarelle Salad
Fried Sardines
Stracciatella

“Fourth time here and still left impressed. Pizza, gnocchi, ragu, and sole dishes were fantastic. Didn leave room for desert but tried the strawberry and cream and lemon curd, anyway. Glad we did. Drinks were great too. Nice enough for a date night. Casual enough to be a great neighborhood hang. 10/10.“

4.2 Good136 Reviews
Lillian's Italian Kitchen Italian • $$
1148 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz - 3.17 miles

Customers` Favorites

Black Truffle Stuffed Gnocchi in Pesto Cream with Filet Mignon
Black Truffle Gnocchi with Gorgonzola Sauce
Fettuccine with Braised Beef Ragu
Fettuccine with Braised Beet Ragu
Wild Mushroom and Kale Ravioli
Ravioli in Tomato Cream Sauce
Prawns Scampi with Spaghetti
Garlic Bread with Mozzarella
The Specialty Pasta Diavolo
Spaghetti Alla Carbonara

“I’m from Tennessee- I ate at this restaurant once, 13 years ago when they were an unassuming restaurant in a tiny yet charming, building down the street. You had to walk through the kitchen to use the bathroom! But food was so crazy incredible that I had to look it up and come back again on my next trip to Santa Cruz 13 years later.

They have upgraded their venue, but the charm is still there for sure. The service was stellar and the food was just as good as I remembered.
Possibly the best lasagna that I have ever had. Better than my mothers’. Lol.
All of the apps we had were amazing. The pesto primavera was sooo good- love the broccoli in it. And the chocolate pot de crème was an outstanding finish. Ugh. Wish you guys would open a branch in Nashville. :)
Thanks!“

4.4 Superb178 Reviews
Tramonti Italian • $$
528 Seabright Ave, Santa Cruz - 3.04 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fettuccine Alla Bolognese
Seafood Stew Guazzetto
Spaghetti & Meatballs
Eggplant Parmigiana
Meatballs & Polenta
Stromboli Calzone
Short Rib Ravioli
Margherita Pizza
Burrata & Beets
Prawns Diavola

“food, fantastic, service, fantastic, quality, fantastic, you need to experience this place to truly understand how great this place is. thanks Alfredo!!!!“

4.4 Superb130 Reviews
Ivéta Downtown Italian • $$
545 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz - 3.97 miles

Customers` Favorites

Orange Almond Cookie GF
Cheese Ravioli Pomodoro
Citronette Salad GF
Citronette Salad
Chicken Picatta
Pinsa Sausage
Polenta Fries
Caesar Salad
Crab Cakes
Tiramisu

“Great scone mixes - even my BIL now likes scones! Very fast delivery (I live out of state) for mixes. The Lemon Curd is delicious - on top of scones or licked off of a spoon.“

4.3 Superb99 Reviews
Avanti Restaurant American • $$$
1917 Mission St, Santa Cruz - 5.01 miles

Customers` Favorites

Dinosaur Kale Salad with Almonds Ricotta Salata Citrus Vinaigrette
Dinosaur Kale Salad with Almonds Ricotta Salt Citrus Vinaigrette
Seafood Linguine Puttanesca
Butternut Squash Ravioli
Focaccia \u0026 Olives
Daily Fish Special
Braised Short Rib
Chocolate Mousse
Seafood Risotto
Potato Gnocchi

“Excellent appetizers, amazing healthy food and great service.“

4.2 Good64 Reviews
Gabriella Café Italian • $$
910 Cedar St, Santa Cruz - 4.1 miles

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Persimmons & Burrata
Breakfast Taco with Salad
Butternut Squash Ravioli
Brussels Sprouts
Porcini Gnocchi
Waffles
Fish

“Amazing food. Exquisite taste expertly prepared. The wait staff is so attentive and friendly. Loved everything from start to finish!“

4.2 Good224 Reviews
Zoccoli's Delicatessen Deli • $
1534 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz - 4.05 miles

Customers` Favorites

French Dip Sandwich
Breakfast Sandwich
Chicken Sandwich
Chicken Pesto
Mediterranean
Garlic Bread
Pasta Salad
Muffaletta
New Yorker
Antipasto

“We stopped here on a rainy day for lunch. Soup, pasta and home-pickled gherkins were delicious. The owners were warm and welcoming to all, even if all that you were looking for was some shelter from the rain. A great, trully local place, great food served with love for community.“

4.6 Superb119 Reviews
Kiantis Pizza & Pasta Bar Pizza • $$
1100 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz - 3.98 miles

Customers` Favorites

Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Buffalo Chicken Pasta
Spicy Shrimp Pasta
Raspberry Lemonade
Pepperoni Pizza
Antipasto Salad
Cheese Bread
Fiesta Pizza
Pizza Rolls
Pesto Pasta

“The food was fantastic and the service was on point!“

4.5 Superb153 Reviews
Discretion Brewing Brewery • $
2703 41st Ave Ste. A, Soquel - 1 miles

“Really delicious food & the beer is great! love the atmosphere.“

4.5 Superb67 Reviews
Aldo's Harbor Restaurant Seafood • $$
790 Mariner Park Way, Santa Cruz - 2.86 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fugasia Cod Sandwich
Calamari and Chips
Calimari and Chips
Prawn Quesadilla
Fish and Chips
Crab Benedict
Fish N Chips
Eggs Benedict
Clam Chowder
Fish Tacos

“Calamari and chips. Only thing we order . 30 + years“

4.3 Superb87 Reviews
Upper Crust Pizza & Pasta Pizza • $
2415 Mission St, Santa Cruz - 5.35 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pizza Slice with a Draft Pint or Glass of House Wine
Buffalo Wings with Blue Cheese Dressing
Pesto Pizza & Pepperoni Pizza Slice
Sicilian Square Party Tray Pizza
Favorite Pepperoni Pizza
Ranch BBQ Chicken Pizza
Sicily's mt Etna Pizza
The Impossible Pizza
Spicy Buffalo Wings
Original Meat Combo

“Really cool spot! The staff is really friendly, the pizza is delicious and they have beer on tap 👌 highly recommend for anyone looking for a great food with a vibe.“

4.2 Good104 Reviews

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