Authentic Italian Restaurant in Rusell Lea
A taste of the Amalfi Coast awaits with handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza, and warm Italian hospitality made for long lunches, lively dinners, and shared moments around the table.
Capriccio Osteria, Bring Generations of Italian Hospitality to Russell Lea
Since opening in 2015, Capriccio Osteria has brought together authentic Italian flavours, family tradition, and genuine hospitality in the heart of Sydney’s Inner West. Founded by restaurateur Michele Rispoli, the restaurant was inspired by three generations of Italian dining culture and the belief that great food should always bring people together.
As an authentic Italian restaurant in Russell Lea, Capriccio Osteria combines timeless Italian cooking with a fresh modern Australian influence. From silky handmade pasta to perfectly crisp wood-fired pizza, every dish is crafted to be shared, celebrated, and enjoyed slowly with family and friends.
Shared Around The Table
Every dish at Capriccio Osteria is inspired by the vibrant flavours of the Amalfi Coast, from handmade pasta rolled fresh in-house to wood-fired pizza baked to perfection.
Authentic Flavours Made Fresh Daily
Inspired by the Amalfi Coast and classic Italian osterias, our menu features handmade dishes, fresh ingredients, and flavours made for sharing. As an authentic Italian restaurant in Russell Lea, we bring people together through relaxed dining and traditional Italian cooking.
Antipasti
A colorful spread of Italian starters made for passing around the table, balancing fresh seasonal produce with bold, vibrant flavours.
Pasta
Freshly rolled, and cooked in-house daily, our pasta dishes bring together rich sauces, comforting textures and authentic Italian tradition.
Wood-Fired Pizza
Wood-fired pizzas with crisp golden bases, smoky Mediterranean aromas, and carefully selected toppings, baked fresh to order straight from our Italian kitchen.
Secondi
Slow-crafted Italian mains designed for lingering dinners, featuring premium ingredients, rustic flavours, and elegant touches inspired by traditional family feasts.
Kids Menu
Little plates made with big care, offering fresh Italian favourites that are simple, satisfying, and perfect for younger appetites at the table.
Chef Menu
The Chef Menu is a curated journey through seasonal Italian flavours, served family-style across multiple courses for $69 per person, minimum 2 guests.
Before It Arrives At The Table
From fresh handmade pasta to wood-fired pizza straight from the oven, every plate is carefully crafted, full of flavour, and made to be shared.
More Than A Restaurant Experience
The Capriccio experience goes beyond dining, bringing authentic Italian hospitality, fresh flavours, and memorable moments into every celebration and occasion.
Italian Hospitality Beyond The Dining Room
At Capriccio Osteria, the experience extends beyond lunch and dinner service. From take-home pasta and catered events to unforgettable celebrations, we bring authentic Italian hospitality into every occasion across Russell Lea and Sydney’s Inner West.
Pasta at Home
Enjoy our signature handmade pasta and fresh house-made sauces from the comfort of home. With Pasta at Home, pasta is prepared daily in the Capriccio kitchen and ready whenever cravings hit.
Capriccio Catering Co.
Planning a special event? Our Capriccio Catering Co team delivers tailored Italian menus, fresh flavours, and seamless service for intimate gatherings, celebrations, and large-scale occasions.
Functions & Private Dining
Host birthdays, engagements, corporate functions, and celebrations in versatile Inner West event spaces accommodating anywhere from 10 to 350 guests comfortably.
Book your table at Capriccio.
Ready to enjoy handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza, and authentic Italian hospitality? Book your table at Capriccio Osteria and let the evening unfold naturally.
Leichhardt 2040
Fri · 5:00pm – 11:00pm
Sat · 12:00pm – 11:00pm
Sun · 12:00pm – 9:00pm
Proudly Serving Sydney's Inner West
From Norton Street, across Sydney.
Guests travel from across Sydney to dine on Norton Street. Whether you’re around the corner in the Inner West or coming from further afield, these are the locations we serve with pride.
What Guests Love About Capriccio
Every meal at Capriccio Osteria is created to be remembered long after the plates are cleared. From first-time visitors discovering our handmade pasta to returning locals craving wood-fired pizza and warm hospitality, our guests continue to make Capriccio part of their favourite dining moments.