Norton Street · Annandale

Authentic Italian Restaurant in Annandale

Satisfy your whim, a taste of the Amalfi Coast on Norton Street, where every plate is handcrafted, every pour is poured with passion, and every table feels like home.

Benvenuti · Since 2015

Welcome to Capriccio Osteria, Annandale's home of authentic Italian.

Since 2015, Capriccio Osteria has been one of the best Italian restaurants in Leichhardt, serving authentic Italian food with love and passion. Founded by restaurateur Michele Rispoli, our authentic Italian restaurant was born from a simple vision: to bring three generations of Italian hospitality to Sydney’s Inner West.

From handmade pasta to wood-fired pizza, every dish is crafted with devotion, tradition, and a modern Australian touch, because good food is made even better when shared with family and friends.

Buon Appetito!

Every Dish

Begins With a Story

Inspired by Italy. Crafted with intent. Made to be shared. From hand-rolled pasta to blistered wood-fired pizza, every plate carries a piece of the Amalfi Coast to your table.

La Carta · Menu

A Taste of Italy, Made for Sharing

As an authentic Italian restaurant in Annandale, our menu is inspired by Italy’s spirit with a modern touch. Every dish is designed for sharing in true osteria style, crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients and served as it’s ready.

01 · Antipasti

Antipasti

Traditionally prepared and designed to share, a warm Italian welcome, with a modern seasonal twist.

from $8

02 · Pasta

Pasta

We take our pasta seriously. Every bite is handmade pasta, crafted from scratch in our kitchen for that melt-in-your-mouth finish

from $36

03 · Wood-Fired Pizza

Wood-Fired Pizza

Our wood-fired pizza is the true marker of any authentic Italian restaurant, with crisp bases, Mediterranean aromas, and made fresh to order.

from $24

04 · Secondi

Secondi

Our secondi are where Italian tradition meets refined flair. It’s a hearty, elegant dish made to be savoured slowly, the way Italians intended.

from $45

05 · Kids

Kids Menu

Italian dining is a family affair, a simple, tasty menu made with the same love we pour into every dish.

from $12

06 · Chef

Chef Menu

Put the evening in our chef’s hands: a seasonal tasting of our authentic Italian food, served family-style, for $69 per person (min. 2 guests).

$69 pp

From the Pass

A moment at Capriccio.

Handcrafted pasta, blistered wood-fired pizza, and dishes plated with quiet care. A glimpse of what awaits you at the table.

Beyond the Restaurant

A meal at the restaurant is only the beginning. Explore the other ways our kitchen, our hospitality, and our love of Italian food can become part of your story.

Beyond the Osteria

More Than a Meal: The Capriccio Experience

At Capriccio Osteria, the Italian hospitality doesn’t stop at our Annandale door. From handmade pasta you can cook at home, to catering that brings our kitchen to yours, to stunning function spaces for your next celebration

01 · Take-home

Pasta at Home

Love our handmade pasta, but want to enjoy it on the couch? Meet Pasta@Home, our exclusive range of house-made pastas and sauces, made in the Capriccio kitchen and ready for yours.

02 · Catering

Capriccio Catering Co.

When the celebration is at your place, Capriccio Catering Co. brings the exceptional flavours of our kitchen to your doorstep. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a grand event, our team crafts bespoke menus and delivers seamless service.When the celebration is at your place, Capriccio Catering Co. brings the exceptional flavours of our kitchen to your doorstep. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a grand event — we deliver seamless service.

03 · Private

Functions & Private Dining

Looking for the perfect venue for your next celebration? Capriccio Osteria offers some of the best function rooms in Leichhardt and the Inner West, with flexible spaces for groups from 10 to 350 guests.

Reservations & Enquiries

Book your table at Capriccio.

Where every craving finds its place at the table.

Ready to experience the flavours of the Amalfi Coast in the heart of Annandale? Book your table at Capriccio Osteria and let us take care of the rest

Address

159 Norton Street,

Leichhardt 2040

Phone

+61 459 512 904

Hours

Tue–Thu · 5:00pm – 11pm
Fri · 5:00pm – 11:00pm

Sat · 12:00pm – 11:00pm

Sun · 12:00pm – 9:00pm

[email protected]

Inner West · Delivery & Dining

Proudly serving Sydney's Inner West.

Capriccio Osteria proudly welcomes guests from across Sydney’s Inner West, including:

2.7 km

2.8 km

3.4 km

3.7 km

3.9 km

3.9 km

4.0 km

4.1 km

4.1 km

Just a short drive from Leichhardt, your table is waiting.

Ospiti · Guests

What our guests are saying.

At Capriccio Osteria, every plate we serve is a love letter to Italian hospitality, and nothing means more to us than hearing how our guests feel after a night at our table. From first-time visitors to regulars who’ve become family, here’s what our community has to say about their experience at one of the best Italian restaurants in Sydney’s Inner West.

We had an outstanding meal at Capriccio Osteria in Leichhardt. The House-Made Rosemary and Sea Salt Focaccia was warm and fragrant, a simple start done very well. The Saffron Fettuccine with slow-cooked lamb ragu, green olive and pistachio was rich and beautifully balanced. The Roasted Chicken with ajo bianco, roasted pumpkin, salmoriglio and almonds was tender and full of flavour.

Chantelle

I went to this Italian restaurant with some friends and absolutely loved it! The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and everything we ordered was spot on. The carpaccio as an entrée was easily the highlight, fresh, perfectly seasoned, and beautifully presented. The octopus was also incredible, tender, full of flavour, and cooked to perfection. We also shared a couple of pizzas, and they were excellent, thin, crispy base with just the right amount of toppings.

Noli Andrea

Lovely food. Really liked the bread and Italian sausage pizza. The sausage is very chonky. Refreshing herbal dressing on the tomato salad really elevated the taste. Ink pasta is ok. Tasted better crab sauce nearby. Interior is way too dark. I need to see the colors of my food!

Enyi

Had the pizza here 3 times the past month. Been fantastic each time considering it was takeout. Nice and fluffy wood fired pizza – perfect for the kids. Vodka pizza with the pepperoni is a little on the spicy side, but overall quite delish. Probably on the pricey side for takeaway, but worth it. Will have to go back and try the pasta.

Marc Menz

Awesome food, especially the Pesto pizza – the potato went so well with the pistachio and pesto! Fantastic pasta as well, my favourite is the squid pasta. Desserts are super filling and delicious too. Definitely coming back!🥰

Nicole Wong

Came here for dinner with some friends on Friday night. The restaurant was packed, so recommend to make a booking to avoid disappointment. Service was quick, but most importantly everything was tasty. The highlight of our feast were the Octopus with Nduja Butter, the Beef Carpaccio, Carbonara Pizza and Saffron Fettuccine. We will come back again for sure.

Capriccio Osteria delivered an amazing dining experience. The squid ink pasta was packed with flavor and perfectly cooked, while the Amalfi pizza was outstanding with its light, crisp base and fresh toppings. The restaurant has a wonderful atmosphere that feels both lively and cozy, making it a great place for a night out. To top it off, the staff were warm and friendly, adding to the overall welcoming vibe.

Highly recommend for anyone looking for authentic Italian with excellent service

Phan Nao Tang

Delicious food and drinks, amazing pizza. Lovely live music. Had a few hiccups with our order and our hostess dealt with it so well, and discounted our meal without asking. That is what 5 star service is.

Holly Baker

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Behind every review is a meal shared, a moment made, and a reason to come back.