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La Fontelina

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  • Località Faraglioni - Capri
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La Fontelina
La Fontelina
La Fontelina
La Fontelina

Fish cuisine and sangria at the foot of the Faraglioni

  1. Eat in one of the most fascinating place in Capri
  2. The special Sangria
  3. Exquisite tipical seafood
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Hours
Only for lunch: 12pm - 18pm
Open daily
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Località Faraglioni - Capri

At the foot of Capri's Faraglioni rocks, where the sea is warm and crystal clear and the silence is broken only by the sound of the waves, you'll find Fontelina: the restaurant belonging to the historic beach club with which it shares its name.

A family passion

Run for more than half a century by the Arcucci and Gargiulo families, Fontelina is famous for its exquisite maritime cuisine, prepared with the freshest of fish and seafood.

If you don't fancy fish, the menu features a number of vegetarian dishes too, including the island's delicious ravioli capresi

The restaurant's sangria, provides the perfect accompaniment to dishes which are both pleasingly simple and surprisingly light.

Brides on the beach

The fabulous food, wonderful wine and breathtakingly beautiful location - within swimming distance of the Faraglioni - make Fontelina the kind of place dream weddings come true!

Fontelina is one of the island's favorite beach clubs, easily reached on foot, from the Tragara viewing terrace, or by taxi-boat from Marina Piccola.

Insider tips

We suggest you book your table as soon as you arrive on the island, especially if you plan to visit Capri in the peak summer months.

Fontelina's rocky beach is made up of shallow reefs, making it unsuitable for small children.

Guest reviews

Inspire63137965429

Save your money

1
May 24, 2026
Don't waste your money- This place is a scam. €300 to sit on a rock and stare at the water. If you want shade, you have to pay, if you want to dry off, you have to pay. If you want a drink- good luck because the servers may find you in 2 or so hours. Swimming would be nice if you didn't have to wait in line to go down the ladder to the water just to get smashed by all the waves from the hundreds of boats passing by. The mandatory lunch was mediocre at best and the €25 euro cocktails would have been nice to have with lunch but instead came out after we had finished. We had to ask 3 different people to get the bill so we could leave and when we finally did 20 minutes later they had the audacity to ask for a tip. Save your money, you can have a better experience at a McDonald's
Roseanne R

Don’t waste your precious holiday time

1
May 10, 2026
Absolute scam - just some deck chairs on rocks - no customer service whatsoever, It was all so expensive and a waste of a day. Save your money and go to a gorgeous beach club in France !!
kunsaha

Great place to Relax and spend the day with cocktails by the ocean

5
Apr 7, 2026
Location - Top Atmosphere - Great place to sit and lounge around after a nice meal Food - was ok nothing to rave about but the place and service and beach beds by the water were all great value - definitely worth a visit to spend the afternoon here wait time - make a booking
旅はゆっくり派

Capri's one-of-a-kind Beach Club restaurant

5
Oct 11, 2025
It's a very good meal from a traditional beach club. I was also recommended by a local tennis coach. I would probably recommend the seafood pasta with Fonterina's name, but as I can't eat shrimp, I choose from the pasta of the day, Bottarga or Zucchini. The price is high. Critical comments on this point are also prominent, but this is not a city with good roads and water and sewerage infrastructure. It is under a steep cliff that is only accessible by boat on foot. It's a natural price because you can eat there with a large menu, clean linen tablecloths and napkins, and a cool Venetian glass cup (which I sold for 90€ in the city of Capri). (Water, cooking ingredients and even garbage are carried and maintained by boat, so it is natural that prices are different from those in the city.)

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The Fontelina restaurant is located on the tiny beach at the foot of the Faraglioni, in one of the most beautiful corners of the Island of Capri.

You can reach Fontelina by boat or on foot, using the steep, downhill path which starts just beneath the Punta Tragara viewing point. If you don't fancy making the uphill return journey, you can always take the restaurant's shuttle boat service to Marina Piccola instead.

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FAQ - Frequently asked questions

How do you reach La Fontelina from Capri town center?

From the Piazzetta, the walking route takes about 30 minutes along Via Camerelle, Via Tragara, and the Via Faraglioni path. The final section includes a fairly steep descent, so comfortable, stable shoes are essential.
As an alternative, you can use a taxi-boat service from Marina Piccola: about €40 for 1–4 people on the way in, and €10 per person for the return.

How can I reserve a spot at La Fontelina?

Booking is mandatory through the official website. Reservations typically open on April 1, and it is advisable to book as early as possible, especially for high-season dates. Accessing both the beach club and the restaurant requires a minimum spend of €200 per person during peak periods.
There is no minimum spend requirement for guests who wish to book the restaurant only.

Is it worth going to Fontelina if I only have one day in Capri?

Visiting La Fontelina in a single day is possible, but time-consuming: between reaching the lido from Marina Grande, walking down or taking a taxi-boat, and coming back, you should allow about one hour to get there and another hour to return. Fontelina is best enjoyed slowly, without a packed schedule.
It’s worth it if your main goal is to relax by the sea and keep your visit to Capri town to a short stroll. If you want to fit in several attractions, the timing may feel tight.

How much does a day at Fontelina cost?

From June to September, Fontelina requires a minimum spend of €200 per person, covering both beach services (mattress, chair, umbrella, towels, drinks…) and lunch at the restaurant. This minimum applies only to guests booking the full beach + restaurant experience.
For restaurant-only bookings, there is no minimum spend.
The boat shuttle service, both inbound and outbound, is not included in the minimum spend and must always be paid separately.

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