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da Paolino

  • Restaurant
  • Via Palazzo a Mare, 11 - Capri
  • 3.92281
da Paolino
da Paolino
da Paolino
da Paolino

Dining under the lemon trees

  1. Enjoy the fragrant scent of 130 lemon trees in the garden

  2. For your appetizer, try the house speciality “bomba,” a pizza stuffed with tomato, mozzarella and prosciutto ham

  3. Choose from a wide variety of exquisite lemon desserts, each with its own unique twist

Price range
€€€€
Hours
Bar Service: from 5pm | Dinner: 7pm - 11.45pm
Open daily (Closed on June 4th and 27th)
Closing period
from Oct 29, 2025 to Apr 9, 2026
Address
Via Palazzo a Mare, 11 - Capri

Why choose da Paolino in Capri?

Looking for the best restaurant in Capri? There are so many great places to eat on the island that it's difficult to choose just one, but da Paolino restaurant certainly ranks right at the top. It’s renowned for its excellent food and wine served beneath Capri's fragrant lemon trees, an outdoor seating ambiance unmatched on the island.

Citrus trees and celebrities

Over the years many Hollywood stars, movie directors, fashion designers, and jet-set celebrities have made da Paolino their Italian restaurant of choice for dining under the lemon trees. The restaurant’s guest book, which goes back to 1978, is like a who’s who of each decade.

A family tradition

Generation after generation, the De Martino family has been serving Caprese island cuisine to both locals and visitors.

A traditional meal at da Paolino starts off with an appetizer of mixed vegetable and seafood antipasti, followed by the catch of the day, and accompanied by any of a superb selection of the Campania region's wines.

A friendly heads-up to anyone on a diet: da Paolino's celebrated dessert buffet, piled high with deliciously sweet concoctions, has achieved legendary status on the island—and beyond!

A truly special event

Da Paolino is the perfect choice for everyone who loves traditional island cooking. This very special Italian restaurant is the perfect location for a luxurious wedding reception, banquet, or even a refined dinner with colleagues after an important meeting.

Within easy walking distance of Marina Grande, the restaurant is just short taxi ride from the center of Capri and Anacapri. Those travelling from the Amalfi Coast or Naples can book the restaurant's "Fast Boat Transfer".

In spring and fall the restaurant is also open for lunch. On Sundays it offers brunch with traditional Campania dishes. The Lemon Garden Bar is open every day starting at 5 pm for anyone who wants to enjoy the atmosphere, even just for a drink.

Guest reviews

Akshat G

Beautiful Setting, But Disappointing Food – More Style Than Substance

2
Jun 12, 2025
The setting is undeniably beautiful – charming spot, a lovely ambiance, and an overall vibe that makes you want to linger Unfortunately, the food didn’t match the atmosphere. Flavors were flat, and felt uninspired, and overall it seemed to have very little focus on actual taste. It felt like a classic tourist stop – a place people go because it’s on the list, not because the food speaks for itself. The kitchen seriously needs a rethink. If they want to compete with truly memorable dining spots, it needs to invest in talented chefs and bring the focus back to flavor, balance, and creativity. It’s a pity, because the potential is definitely there. For now, it’s more of a one-time visit to check off the list, rather than a place I’d return to or recommend for the food.
AmyG

Must do experience Capri

5
Jun 9, 2025
Yes it’s expensive. So is everything in Capri. It is the quintessential Capri dining experience. After all of the day trippers leave, it’s you and the eccentric people who come in for dinner from their yachts and it’s a perfect setting under the lemon trees. The food was delicious, the ambience and other diners are truly a sight to behold. This is a place to be seen and do some people watching. The outfits, the jewelry, the occasional bachelorette party. Decent service, take a cab- it’s not centrally located. Kind of a must do when visiting Capri and sleeping there.
Soraya A

Stunning restaurant !

5
Jun 2, 2025
I was going to cancel when I saw the reviews but soooo pleased I didn't. It was the highlight of our trip Italy! Everything was beautiful to the condiments, plates even the lemon towels in the toilet!!! Food was delicious and the service was great to! Highly recommend . Don't miss this if you are going to Capri!
giovaxx8

Che spettacolo..

5
May 29, 2025
Tutto perfetto...Dalla location magica, al servizio che ti fa sentire coccolati in ogni aspetto. Qualità altissima delle portate...Abbiamo festeggiato il compleanno di mia moglie e posso confermare la scelta fatta...Ristorante di livello molto alto, con rapporto qualità prezzo giusto...Ti alzi dalla sedia soddisfatto e con la voglia di tornarci!

Map

Ristorante Da Paolino is located in the Palazzo a Mare district of Capri, opposite Villa Bismark.
A 5 minute walk from Marina Grande, the restaurant is just a short taxi or bus ride away from the Piazzetta and the center of Capri.

Via Palazzo a Mare, 11 - Capri

FAQ - Frequently asked questions

How can I make a reservation at Da Paolino?

Da Paolino accepts reservation requests by email and phone. Please book well in advance because the restaurant receives hundreds of requests per day during the busy summer season and is unable to accommodate them all. If you are staying in a local hotel, ask the concierge to make reservations for you.

I'd like to visit Da Paolino but I'm only on Capri for the day. What can I do?

The bar at Da Paolino is open from 5 pm every day, so before you take your return hydrofoil you can stop in for a drink and enjoy the atmosphere of the restaurant.

How much does dinner cost at Da Paolino?

The average price of a first or second-course dish at Da Paolino is 40 euros. For a dinner including an appetizer, a main dish and dessert, you'll spend around 100 euros per person, with a bit more if you add wine.