21 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 Carbonara
Spaghetti Bolognese
Spaghetti Marinara
Seafood Fettuccine
Linguini and Clams
Gnocchi Bolognese
Spaghetti Pollo
Lasagna Di Carne

“Capitola's hidden Gem. Amazing food and service. Large portions. Party of 7 and everyone said the same thing Excellent Food and Amazing service. It is a small restaurant which makes for nice ambience. I had the linguine and clams and the sauce was spot on! Also a great number of clams to go with it. The Tiramisu oh my it was heaven on earth! You can not go wrong here probably the best Italian food in Santa Cruz County.“

4.4 Superb94 Reviews
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant Italian • $$
3400 Clares St, Capitola

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Parmigiana a Classic with Our Homemade Marinara and a Side of Spaghetti
Shrimp Alfredo Fettuccine Alfredo Tossed with Sautéed Shrimp
Lasagna Dine in: Yes Takeout: Yes Curbside pickup: Yes
Never-Ending Soup Salad & Breadsticks
Chicken & Shrimp Carbonara
Kids Macaroni and Cheese
Spinach-Artichoke Dip
Shrimp Alfredo Pasta
Herb-Grilled Salmon
Grilled Chicken

“The service is pretty fast here and the staff was friendly. The restaurant is huge and appears well staffed. It smells delicious in here. I have been where the lasagna and chicken parm
We’re both out for the night, but when you can get the tour of Italy to try the parm, the pasta and the lasagna. I’ve had the lasagna cake a few times and it’s super good. It’s super easy to fill up on salad and endless breadsticks“

4.1 Good105 Reviews
Sugo Italian Pasta Bar Italian • $$
1116 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz - 3.23 miles

Customers` Favorites

Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Eggplant Parmigiana
Spaghetti Carbonara
Mousse De Chocolate
Bruschetta Classica
Vegetariana Pizza
Chicken Parmigiana
Lasagna Boloness
Chocolate Mousse
Caprese Salad

“Very good food and amazing customer service.“

4.6 Superb228 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 Superb225 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
Fettuccine with Braised Beet Ragu
Fettuccine with Braised Beef 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
Garlic Bread with Cheese

“This is a great Italian restaurant. We loved the atmosphere, the service and the food. Our server was excellent. We loved the fried artichoke hearts to start. The salmon, pastas, and lasagna were delicious. There was plenty of parking in the back. They also had a full bar and nice wine selection. We would highly recommend!“

4.5 Superb149 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

“Best service and food in Santa Cruz county!!!!!!“

4.5 Superb146 Reviews
Rustico Italian Street Food Italian • $
1003 Cedar St, Santa Cruz - 4.12 miles

Customers` Favorites

Combo Arancini Classic and Salad
Capricciosa Pizza - Slice
Zucchina Pizza - Slice
Slices of Pizza
Focaccia Vegi
Cheese Pull
Cannoli
Padano

“I've been there at least 4 times. The ingredients are excellent. I had the zucchini, the mushroom and margherita pizza, the Parmigiana salad and the focaccia sandwich. Loved all! Place is super clean, atmosphere is pleasant. Not a real restaurant but a great place for a quick and savory bite with friends or co-workers.

Vegetarian options: several vegetarian pizzas and salads available as well as a focaccia sandwich.“

4.6 Superb50 Reviews
Ivéta Downtown Italian • $$
545 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz - 3.98 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.“

4.4 Superb148 Reviews
Bedda Mia Italian • $$
736 Water St, Santa Cruz - 3.48 miles

Customers` Favorites

2012 Lambrusco Grasparossa Di Castelvetro
Gnocchi with Smoked Salmon
Risotto Ai Frutti Di Mare
Ling Al Nero Di Seppia
Calamari and Crab Cakes
Ling Frutti Di Mari
Spaghetti Vongole
Chicken Parmigiana
Arancini Di Riso
Ravioli Del Doge

“The food was delicious! I couldn't stop eating. Had the shortrib ravioli - amazing. It was our first time eating there. We live near La Placa Bakery in Ben Lomond and a friend recommended that we try the food at Bedda Mia. Well worth the trip.“

4.4 Superb110 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

“We absolutely love Tramonti the owners their staff and atmosphere! Lindsey Matteo and their crew are amazing! Best Italian food in the Santa Cruz area by far!“

4.3 Superb97 Reviews
Avanti Restaurant American • $$$
1917 Mission St, Santa Cruz - 5.01 miles

Customers` Favorites

Seafood Linguine Puttanesca
Dinosaur Kale Salad
Daily Fish Special
Braised Short Rib
Chocolate Mousse
Potato Gnocchi
Caesar Salad
Fried Cheese
Focaccia

“The most incredible Italian food I’ve ever had! Nice that they have outside seating so diners can enjoy the beautiful California weather. Traffic just makes it a little loud. Very kid friendly too, with attentive waitstaff. Excellent experience!“

4.2 Good53 Reviews
Oblò Cocktails & Kitchen Beer Bar • $$$
740 Front St STE 100, Santa Cruz - 3.97 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fritto Misto Fried Calamari Shrimp and Shishito Peppers
Homemade Sourdough Bread All You Can Eat
Cheesecake with Blueberry Reduction
Pappardelle Bison Ragu
Spaghetti Meatballs
Arugula Salad
Ribeye Burger
Oblo Burger
Carpaccio
Octopus

“We ate here for the first time, so we ordered several dishes. The soup of the day was incredible! The Oblo burger was filled with flavor! The salad was huge (in a good way) with a delicious beet purée. The octopus appetizer was special and unique. After going there for the first time I would highly recommend. The prices were mostly reasonable, we were actually surprised by this since it tasted and felt like fine dining. Price was well worth the food, especially for the salads/burgers/appetizers.“

4.2 Good69 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

“Delightful, fun, intimate space. Great for date night! Delicious food, fantastic service- but a bit overpriced. Worth it occasionally, but there are other restaurants with great food where you will save $25-$35 per person. I will be back, but no more than once a year (or less) for a very special occasion.“

4.2 Good165 Reviews
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Mentone Italian • $$$
174 Aptos Vlg Wy, Aptos - 2.97 miles

Customers` Favorites

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

“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 Good195 Reviews
Casa Nostra Italian • $$
219 Mt Hermon Rd F, Scotts Valley - 6.26 miles

Customers` Favorites

Flourless Chocolate Cake
Side Grilled Chicken
Ravioli Del Bosco
Fettuccine Pollo
Gnocchi Ripieni
Italian Fries
Garlic Bread
Shrimp Pasta
Penne Pollo
Bruschetta

“The folks here are all about atmosphere and quality. They give such a welcoming feel to guests like old friends. Have a bad day? Need a smile and some friendly faces to greet you while you enjoy amazing dishes and drinks? No place is better than here. This is also the place to go for a wonderful date. My girlfriend and I had a morning brunch here. They fit the mood and recommend your tastes to exactly what you two be looking for.“

3.9 Good83 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

“The deli is clean, food is delicious (chic pesto, philly sammies, ravioli and salads ?) . I give the establishment a whole positive.
On anthr note this has nthn to do w/ Zicollo’s but
-only mentioning for outside of the business eating purposes- “MAN” outside it wreaked of urine!
If you don’t mind odor while ur eating outside (they have a cute setup to eat outside by the way).
It’s starting to like mini San Francisco outside of these establishments.“

4.5 Superb170 Reviews
Discretion Brewing Brewery • $
2703 41st Ave Ste. A, Soquel - 1 miles

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

4.5 Superb54 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 Superb76 Reviews
Pizzeria La Bufala Pizza • $
725 Front St, Santa Cruz - 3.99 miles

Customers` Favorites

Margherita Pizza with Arugula
Slice of Pizza
Gnocchi

“this is a must stop when I'm in Santa Cruz I love the pizza here“

4.1 Good50 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

“A+ Service and Food pizza salad and rootbeer float! we traveled to SC from MN and I'm still dreaming of your pizza with my touch of olive oil on it thank you!“

4.1 Good129 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

“Food was absolutely delicious, my mom will not stop talking about how much she enjoyed it and definitely wants to come back. Food was also quickly served. Service was great, our server Jax (I believe was his name), greeted us right away and was very attentive and made our experience so much more enjoyable. The atmosphere was great, they have indoor and outdoor seating. We chose outdoor and they have a heater outside because it was a little cold 60°. They have nice decorations and overall a great look in my opinion. Would love to come back and I will definitely recommend others to come visit.“

4.1 Good130 Reviews

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