Capriccio Osteria | Traditional & Artisanal Pizza In The Inner West
The traditional pie is one of the foundational staples of Italian cuisine, since its inception to the world it has been a source of inspiration, satisfaction, and comfort. Certain cities are famous for them and the recipes and variations are endless no matter where you are.
At Capriccio Osteria, we have the humble belief that the best pizza in Leichhardt is not what goes on top, but what goes in. Being the little Italy of Sydney, Norton Street is paved with Italian tradition, so the standard is meteoric when it comes to one of the crown jewels of Italian cuisine. Pizza is Leichhardt and Leichhardt IS Pizza.
Humble Beginnings
Pizza in all of its modern glory was perfected on the coasts of Italy in the late nineteenth century as an affordable means of food for the working-class people of Napoli. The ingredients for the dough have not changed in the slightest, Water, Yeast, Flour, Olive Oil and a pinch of salt. The toppings usually consisted of tomato, garlic, cheese and garnished with complementing herbs and spices.
Legend has it in 1889 on a tour of Italy, a queen was tired of French cuisine and wanted to try local stylings, her particular favourite consisted of a tomato base, soft melted white cheese and fresh green basil leaves. The story goes, her name was Queen Margherita and thus a classic was born – or so the story goes.
Infinite variations have been born across the world since then, with all claims for superiority resting in the style and acquired taste. The USA believes it has perfected the art, championing Chicago style, New York style, Detroit Style and even Californian. All with different bases, sauces, toppings, and theories.
For Capriccio, we don’t believe in fads, we believe in Pizza. What makes ours the best pizza in Leichhardt is simple, we stay true to traditions and craft each pizza with passion.
The Capriccio Method
At Capriccio Osteria, we prefer the traditional Italian way, the best pizza in the inner west has brought your senses to the Amalfi Coast with a little twist of flair, as such, our style is Neapolitan, classics never lose their edge. Our brilliant Head Chef and her team strive to deliver the finest artisan experience which mimics the sensations of the Italian coastline peppered with modern delicacy.
At Capriccio Osteria, we start the adventure with one foot firmly in the traditional. Elemental style cooking of pure ingredients with raw wood-fire to create the perfect rise and delicious aroma that sparks your appetite. At Capriccio Osteria, we believe that the best pizza in Leichhardt should be so lovingly crafted, you will eat the crust first.
As with our entire menu, there is an inherent focus on standing out from the crowd. Being pioneers in flavour combinations that evoke warmth and unwavering delight is a staple of Capriccio Osteria that we take very seriously. As such, we ensure that the finest pizza in Leichhardt is always infused and built with seasonal, organic, and locally sourced ingredients that melt into one another in new and surprising ways.
Our traditional method remains the same, we will always have a place in our hearts and on our menu for the classics - the flavours will always be developing.
For Any Occasion
Capriccio Osteria is suitable for any occasion that you can imagine. We have a range of offers for functions and events here, should you decide to have an event that you want catered with beautifully traditional pastas and pizzas by the best in the inner west. To find out more and have a perusal of our exclusive function’s packages, click here.
You can also bring the finest pizza in Leichhardt home with you with our takeaway options, share it with family, friends or just for yourself. We are not your average Leichhardt pizzeria; we marry the traditional with the innovative to bring an evergreen unique experience with every single bite that never strays too far from the roots of the Italian coast. There’s a dish for every mood and day. Take a look at our wide array of takeaway options here.
Our goal at Capriccio Osteria is a simple and honest one; Bring family and friends around the table and create memories that will last a lifetime. What better way to do that than with Italian style and traditional pizza in the heart of the inner west.
We’ll see you soon.