Proper lush traditional coffee shop, actual Italian coffee. Canny atmosphere, really friendly chilled vibe. Coffee delightful ?
Stef Lowe
Have stopped outside many a time for a coffee and cannoli but due to the rain and feeling peckish headed inside for something more substantial. My partner and I both had paninis his with chips mine with salad. His tuna and aubergine was lacking in tuna and he was disappointed with the lack of chips. I enjoyed my goats cheese and peppers and side salad but the 2 meals were not worth a higher rating. I think we’ll stick with just coffee in the future as that was as good as always.
Kate roebuck
Very comfortable seating and very good atmosphere. Very friendly staff with fast service and amazing food for good prices. The staff are also very helpful and understanding when handling food for vegetarians and make sure no meat contact is made. 10/10 highly recommendedVegetarian options: Very helpful and careful when dealing with vegetarian ordersKid-friendliness: Accepting of all customers and very friendly staff with lots of sweet food options
luca taylor
came here with my family and it was brilliant. we came at lunch time and the only issue we had was that the food took a little bit longer then expected but we were told this upon ordering so all was good. the food was delicious and the staff were very friendly. will definitely return.Kid-friendliness: we asked for a smaller portion of spaghetti for the child and there was no issue. it was the perfect size. however, a kids menu would make all the difference
Andrew Bickle
Went to Durham for a day trip and came across cafe capriccio.Went in, chose a table.Looked through menu and our order was taken when ready.Drinks came soon and food wasn't too long after.Missing items which weren't noticed until we asked for them, salad arrived in 2/3 mins, chips arrived about 10 mins into meal.Food was average and certainly not authentic italian.I have been to italy, the food there is amazing.Service was ok.They had no vinegar!Condiments where shared between tables!I wouldn't go back.
Maddy Bloomfield
We came here because our first choice for pancakes was closed. The menu said waffles and pancakes with different things on top. We ordered and I was given Fanta rather than orange juice which was replaced.Waited ages for food (not a big deal) but then the pancakes and waffles were cold and clearly from a premade packet from a supermarket, with three strawberries on each. We didn't say anything as we had brought our kids for a special trip and they were okay, so didn't want to ruin it for them but it was very disappointing. It also wasn't cheap, £6 for pancakes, £7 for the waffle and £4.50 for hot chocolate and £3 for orange juice. My friend's son has dietary issues so this is his one "treat" of the week. Shame because the place could have been nice.
Sarah Pape
Don't be fooled by the non descript outside of the building. This is an amazing, genuine Italian restaurant. I particularly enjoy their pizzas, which are on the thinner side (my preference) but definitely not skinny. Everything is freshly cooked to order, always piping hot and absolutely delicious. The staff are charming and the service is good (although expect to wait if they've just taken a big order). My only complaint is thats I no longer enjoy pizza anywhere else!
T
Didn't bring a paper bill when we requested to pay, just said it was "£7". We queried this since it didn't match the prices on the menu and the waiter said "my boss told me to add 50p to the bill because you are paying by card and it is under £10". Adding a surcharge for paying by card is illegal in the UK (see: THE CONSUMER RIGHTS(PAYMENT SURCHARGES)REGULATIONS 2012).
Nick Glew
Quite a disappointing experience unfortunately. On entering, the cafe was quiet inside (there are tables outside, but on a quite steep slope) however we were told where to sit rather than asked where we would prefer.After we had received our menus I noticed a small sign by the till saying “cash only”. We weren’t warned by the waitress and I had to return to the car to get my wallet. Not many places these days don’t take card payment.Coffee was £3.50 but tasted mediocre and was too hot - perhaps to hide the taste.Bacon roll was £5.50. This was poor as the meat was very fatty. By the time I had removed the fat there was very little meat left. Ketchup was Heinz but brown sauce was in a generic bottle that was taken off us for use on another table.Paid at the till, £19. I’m sure the owner was expecting the £1 back as a tip but it wasn’t deserved.A generous 2 stars. As another reviewer has mentioned this place seems like a tourist trap.
Joshua Walker
The decor is bellisima! Little Italy in the heart of Durham with friendly staff. My friend ordered a fry up as he is a little englander which looked amazing. Our coffee was nice but the pizza was so average which is why I have only given 3 star. I expected better especially when ordering a pizza named after napoli the birthplace of pizza. It was too dry, no flavour to the sauce and topped with fake mozzarella. It was like a tourist trap pizza you get in some places in Rome. Will stick to desserts and paninis next time until pizza improves. Other than that Bravo!
First visit to this lovely Italian cafe, lovely friendly staff. We will be back soon
David OM
APPALLING BURGERS lunch for two at £26. School canteen type burgers.To be safe, before ordering, I looked up 'capriccio burger' online, it looked OK no gourmet but...the thing I received looked nothing like it - it was a boiled burger, then fried, no garnish, raw onion, bit of lettuce, basic bun. So basic, so backward.Nice venue in convenient location taking the pee/advantage of customers. RUBBISH FOOD, and slow service.
Ava Cole
This place has some amazing vibes. In a beautiful weather you gonna enjoy company with your partner and coffee. I just tried the coffee there so far which came out well and a great conversation with a new friend. Really like the atmosphere there which is most like European Italian style ,Next time I am gonna try food with some more drinks
Lesley Evans
The flat white wasn’t a flat white: it was an Americano with some hot milk added. The almond biscuits (from the jar on the counter) were a little stale.
Megan ST
Got a take out paninni today, delicious! Tasted so fresh, nice and hot and fries were perfect. Staff were so friendly. We need to keep lovely little local eateries like this going!
Proper lush traditional coffee shop, actual Italian coffee. Canny atmosphere, really friendly chilled vibe. Coffee delightful ?
Have stopped outside many a time for a coffee and cannoli but due to the rain and feeling peckish headed inside for something more substantial. My partner and I both had paninis his with chips mine with salad. His tuna and aubergine was lacking in tuna and he was disappointed with the lack of chips. I enjoyed my goats cheese and peppers and side salad but the 2 meals were not worth a higher rating. I think we’ll stick with just coffee in the future as that was as good as always.
Very comfortable seating and very good atmosphere. Very friendly staff with fast service and amazing food for good prices. The staff are also very helpful and understanding when handling food for vegetarians and make sure no meat contact is made. 10/10 highly recommendedVegetarian options: Very helpful and careful when dealing with vegetarian ordersKid-friendliness: Accepting of all customers and very friendly staff with lots of sweet food options
came here with my family and it was brilliant. we came at lunch time and the only issue we had was that the food took a little bit longer then expected but we were told this upon ordering so all was good. the food was delicious and the staff were very friendly. will definitely return.Kid-friendliness: we asked for a smaller portion of spaghetti for the child and there was no issue. it was the perfect size. however, a kids menu would make all the difference
Went to Durham for a day trip and came across cafe capriccio.Went in, chose a table.Looked through menu and our order was taken when ready.Drinks came soon and food wasn't too long after.Missing items which weren't noticed until we asked for them, salad arrived in 2/3 mins, chips arrived about 10 mins into meal.Food was average and certainly not authentic italian.I have been to italy, the food there is amazing.Service was ok.They had no vinegar!Condiments where shared between tables!I wouldn't go back.
We came here because our first choice for pancakes was closed. The menu said waffles and pancakes with different things on top. We ordered and I was given Fanta rather than orange juice which was replaced.Waited ages for food (not a big deal) but then the pancakes and waffles were cold and clearly from a premade packet from a supermarket, with three strawberries on each. We didn't say anything as we had brought our kids for a special trip and they were okay, so didn't want to ruin it for them but it was very disappointing. It also wasn't cheap, £6 for pancakes, £7 for the waffle and £4.50 for hot chocolate and £3 for orange juice. My friend's son has dietary issues so this is his one "treat" of the week. Shame because the place could have been nice.
Don't be fooled by the non descript outside of the building. This is an amazing, genuine Italian restaurant. I particularly enjoy their pizzas, which are on the thinner side (my preference) but definitely not skinny. Everything is freshly cooked to order, always piping hot and absolutely delicious. The staff are charming and the service is good (although expect to wait if they've just taken a big order). My only complaint is thats I no longer enjoy pizza anywhere else!
Didn't bring a paper bill when we requested to pay, just said it was "£7". We queried this since it didn't match the prices on the menu and the waiter said "my boss told me to add 50p to the bill because you are paying by card and it is under £10". Adding a surcharge for paying by card is illegal in the UK (see: THE CONSUMER RIGHTS(PAYMENT SURCHARGES)REGULATIONS 2012).
Quite a disappointing experience unfortunately. On entering, the cafe was quiet inside (there are tables outside, but on a quite steep slope) however we were told where to sit rather than asked where we would prefer.After we had received our menus I noticed a small sign by the till saying “cash only”. We weren’t warned by the waitress and I had to return to the car to get my wallet. Not many places these days don’t take card payment.Coffee was £3.50 but tasted mediocre and was too hot - perhaps to hide the taste.Bacon roll was £5.50. This was poor as the meat was very fatty. By the time I had removed the fat there was very little meat left. Ketchup was Heinz but brown sauce was in a generic bottle that was taken off us for use on another table.Paid at the till, £19. I’m sure the owner was expecting the £1 back as a tip but it wasn’t deserved.A generous 2 stars. As another reviewer has mentioned this place seems like a tourist trap.
The decor is bellisima! Little Italy in the heart of Durham with friendly staff. My friend ordered a fry up as he is a little englander which looked amazing. Our coffee was nice but the pizza was so average which is why I have only given 3 star. I expected better especially when ordering a pizza named after napoli the birthplace of pizza. It was too dry, no flavour to the sauce and topped with fake mozzarella. It was like a tourist trap pizza you get in some places in Rome. Will stick to desserts and paninis next time until pizza improves. Other than that Bravo!
Restaurantji Recommends
First visit to this lovely Italian cafe, lovely friendly staff. We will be back soon
APPALLING BURGERS lunch for two at £26. School canteen type burgers.To be safe, before ordering, I looked up 'capriccio burger' online, it looked OK no gourmet but...the thing I received looked nothing like it - it was a boiled burger, then fried, no garnish, raw onion, bit of lettuce, basic bun. So basic, so backward.Nice venue in convenient location taking the pee/advantage of customers. RUBBISH FOOD, and slow service.
This place has some amazing vibes. In a beautiful weather you gonna enjoy company with your partner and coffee. I just tried the coffee there so far which came out well and a great conversation with a new friend. Really like the atmosphere there which is most like European Italian style ,Next time I am gonna try food with some more drinks
The flat white wasn’t a flat white: it was an Americano with some hot milk added. The almond biscuits (from the jar on the counter) were a little stale.
Got a take out paninni today, delicious! Tasted so fresh, nice and hot and fries were perfect. Staff were so friendly. We need to keep lovely little local eateries like this going!