Caesar Augustus
Italian Mediterranean · Anacapri
Restaurant in Anacapri, Italy
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Cliff-Edge Mediterranean
Chef
Colin Henderson
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Caesar Augustus is worth booking for a polished Anacapri meal built around Italian Mediterranean cooking, especially if the dinner is tied to a special occasion. Treat it as the refined anchor of a Capri itinerary, then use other meals for seafood or more casual local cooking rather than repeating the same hotel-restaurant format.
About Caesar Augustus
Caesar Augustus in Anacapri is a strong candidate when the plan calls for Italian Mediterranean cooking, smart casual dress, a more considered meal. The verified details are concise: the cuisine is Italian Mediterranean, the chef/owner is Colin Henderson, the dress code is smart casual, the venue has a 2025 Relais Chateaux Award.
The smart way to use it is not to treat one visit as the whole local food plan. Make the first booking the benchmark: chef Colin Henderson's Italian Mediterranean direction gives the meal a clear frame without relying on unverified menu claims. If the trip allows additional meals, use those meals to widen the comparison rather than repeat the same kind of occasion meal.
Book it as the polished Anacapri anchor, not the whole itinerary
This is the right choice when the occasion calls for a composed meal, Mediterranean cooking, a smart casual setting. It is less useful if the priority is a purely casual meal or if you need details that are not verified here, such as current pricing, exact menu format, or service times. With no verified price signal here, base the decision on occasion fit and comfort with the venue's smart casual expectations rather than value claims.
The Relais Chateaux recognition for 2025 is the trust signal that matters. It supports considering Caesar Augustus as a higher-occasion Anacapri booking, alongside the verified Italian Mediterranean cuisine and Colin Henderson's role as chef/owner. Diners who want a different mood can compare it with other named options such as Columbus Capri, Da Paolino, La Terrazza di Lucullo, La Zagara, Ziqù Restaurant, or with other dining in Anacapri more generally.
How to plan two or three meals around it
For a short stay, put Caesar Augustus on the occasion when the group wants Italian Mediterranean cooking and a smart casual, more deliberate meal. Use another meal for a different mood or setting, based on current availability and the latest information from each venue. For a longer stay, avoid assuming every booking should fill the same role; the better strategy is to make Caesar Augustus the polished Anacapri anchor and let the other meals create contrast.
First-timers should also think about geography in a simple way: Caesar Augustus is in Anacapri, so it works well when the plan is built around being in Anacapri. If the day's schedule ends elsewhere, compare it carefully with other options before committing. The verified facts make Caesar Augustus easiest to read as an Italian Mediterranean, smart casual Anacapri choice led by Colin Henderson.
Planning details
- Location
- Via Giuseppe Orlandi, 4, 80071 Anacapri NA, Italy
- Website
- caesar-augustus.com
- Phone
- +39 081 837 3395
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Caesar Augustus perches on a cliff edge above the Tyrrhenian Sea, and the setting dominates the experience: the horizon feels as close as the tablecloth. The tone is restrained and refined, rooted in southern Italian tradition rather than flash. The kitchen leans into Mediterranean austerity—olive oil and impeccable base ingredients do the structural work—so the food supports, rather than competes with, the view. The restaurant reads as classic and serene, an elevated villa dining room where the landscape and ingredient quality are the quiet stars of the meal.
Best For
This is a destination for intimate dinners and milestone meals where the view figures as part of the occasion. Its placement at the top of Anacapri’s dining tier and the emphasis on composed, ingredient-forward cooking make it well suited for date nights, special occasions and celebrations that prioritize atmosphere as much as flavor. Guests come prepared to sit, slow down and let the sea-facing setting shape the meal—an evening-focused experience that pairs particularly well with contemplative, ingredient-driven plates.
Ordering Tips
The kitchen’s philosophy centers on the quality of primary ingredients—especially local extra-virgin olive oils—so choose dishes that are framed simply, where olive oil, fresh produce and restrained technique are on display. Avoid requests that push preparations toward heavy butter or cream; instead opt for preparations that let the Mediterranean register and the oil’s peppery, grassy notes come through. Because the location and view are central to the experience, plan for an unhurried meal that leaves room to savor both food and panorama.
Venue details
Ambiance
Romantic and elegant terrace setting with stunning sunset views, quiet atmosphere, and warm lighting enhancing the sophisticated luxury.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
View
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- La Terrazza di Lucullo, Italian Seafood, Italian Seafood
- Columbus Capri, Notable alternative
- La Zagara, Notable alternative
- Da Paolino, Notable alternative
- Ziqù Restaurant, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Choose Caesar Augustus when the priority is a polished Anacapri setting and an occasion meal with lower planning friction. La Terrazza di Lucullo is the clearer cross-shop for diners who want an Italian seafood emphasis, while Caesar Augustus is the broader Italian Mediterranean choice for groups that do not want the meal defined by seafood alone.
Columbus Capri and La Zagara are the more practical Anacapri alternatives if ease, flexibility, or a less formal evening matters more than a hotel-occasion feel. For value-minded diners, start there first; for a dinner where the setting and service tier carry more weight, Caesar Augustus is the stronger fit.
Da Paolino and Ziqù Restaurant make more sense if the itinerary already points outside Anacapri or if the group wants a different island mood. If staying in Anacapri, Caesar Augustus is the cleaner first choice; if availability is tight or the group wants a more casual backup, cross-shop Columbus Capri or La Zagara before widening the search.
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Compare Caesar Augustus
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caesar Augustus | Anacapri | Italian Mediterranean | 2025 Relais Chateaux Award |
| La Terrazza di Lucullo | Capri | Italian Seafood | 2025 Relais Chateaux Award |
| Columbus Capri | Anacapri | No published awards | ; |
| La Zagara | Anacapri | No published awards | ; |
| Da Paolino | Capri | No published awards | ; |
| Ziqù Restaurant | Capri | No published awards | ; |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Caesar Augustus?
Caesar Augustus lists a smart casual dress code. Dress neatly and avoid treating it like a casual beach stop; polished resort wear is a safe fit for an Italian Mediterranean meal in Anacapri.
Is Caesar Augustus good for a special occasion?
Yes, it can be considered for a special occasion in Anacapri if Italian Mediterranean cooking, a smart casual dress code, the 2025 Relais Chateaux Award match what you want from the meal. For a different mood, compare it with Columbus Capri, La Zagara, Da Paolino, La Terrazza di Lucullo, or Ziqù Restaurant based on current details from each venue.
What are alternatives to Caesar Augustus?
Other named options to compare include Columbus Capri, Da Paolino, La Terrazza di Lucullo, La Zagara, Ziqù Restaurant, along with other dining in Anacapri more generally. Check each venue's current location, menu, dress expectations, booking details before deciding.
What should I order at Caesar Augustus?
Focus on Italian Mediterranean dishes rather than chasing an unverified named signature. Specific dishes and menu format are not verified here, so check Caesar Augustus's official channels for the latest menu details before your visit.
