BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT SANTA ROSA
Authentic Italian Restaurant in the Heart of Wine Country
4.9
Loved by Santa Rosa
- OPEN FOR DINNER NIGHTLY
- PRIVATE EVENTS AVAILABLE
- RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED
THE CAPRICIANO KITCHEN
The Italian Table,
Done Right.
Good Italian cooking has always been about patience. The pasta rolled by hand. The sauce that simmers while the room fills up. The wine poured without rushing anyone. At Capriciano, that is exactly the kind of evening we are built for – Italian in its bones, Californian in its ingredients, and completely at home in the heart of Santa Rosa’s wine country.
THE EXPERIENCE
From the Sea to Your Table
At Capriciano, Italian cuisine — handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza, and fresh seafood — is at the heart of everything we do. Our goal is to bring the soul of the Mediterranean to the heart of Santa Rosa wine country: its flavors, its rhythm, its warmth. To complement the kitchen, we offer a full Italian bar program and curated private dining experiences. Together, these create an evening worth remembering.
Santa Rosa Proud
Wine Country Kitchen
WHY CAPRICIANO
Our Commitment to an Exceptional Evening
We combine Chef Baki’s fine dining background with the warmth of an Italian osteria to deliver something Santa Rosa hasn’t seen before. You’re not just a table here — you’re a guest in a kitchen that cares deeply about what lands in front of you.
We source fresh seafood daily, make our pasta in-house, and fire everything to order. Corkage is $25 per bottle if you’d like to bring a wine from your own cellar.
- Firewood Kitchen
- Daily Fresh Seafood
- Italian Wine List
- Private Events
- Al Fresco Terrace
- Sonoma Wine Country
CATERING
Catering & Off-Site
Bring the Capriciano table to your event. Chef Baki's kitchen is available for select private catering — corporate gatherings, intimate dinners, and special occasions beyond our walls.
PRIVATE DINING
Custom Menus
Working with us on a private event? We build custom menus around your occasion, dietary needs, and preferred wine pairings — all curated personally by Chef Baki.
GROUPS & EVENTS
Group Events
From intimate gatherings to full venue buyouts — up to 89 guests inside, 50 on the al fresco terrace. Birthdays, rehearsal dinners, corporate evenings. We'll take care of every detail.
50-89
Guest capacity
indoor & terrace
Journal
Notes from the Osteria
Do I need a reservation?
Walk-ins are always welcome at Capriciano, and we’ll do our best to seat you. That said, we strongly recommend making a reservation — especially on weekends, for parties of 4 or more, and for any special occasion. Reserving your table guarantees your spot and allows us to prepare the best possible experience for your evening. You can book instantly via OpenTable on our website, or call us directly at (707) 800-7904
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies?
Absolutely. Our kitchen takes dietary needs seriously. Gluten-free pasta is available upon request, and many dishes on our menu are naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegan-friendly — marked clearly with GF, DF, V, and VG on the menu. If you have a specific allergy or dietary requirement, please inform your server before ordering. California law requires us to remind you that consuming raw or undercooked meats, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase the risk of foodborne illness.
What is your corkage policy?
You’re welcome to bring a bottle from your own cellar. Our corkage fee is $25 per bottle, with a maximum of 3 bottles per table. The fee is waived for each bottle you purchase from our wine list — so if you bring two and buy one from us, one of your bottles is complimentary. We ask that wines brought in are not already featured on our list.
Do you host private events and group dinners?
Yes — and it’s something we love doing. Capriciano accommodates up to 50 guests for standard indoor dining, up to 89 for full private buyouts, and up to 50 guests on our al fresco terrace. We host birthdays, anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, corporate events, and holiday parties. For groups of 5 or more, a 20% gratuity is included. To inquire about a private event, reach out directly at hi@capriciano.com or call (707) 800-7904 — our team will walk you through the options.