L'Olivo
Italian Contemporary · Anacapri
Restaurant in Anacapri, Italy
The Read
Campanian Regional Precision
Price
€€€€
Chef
Andrea Migliaccio
Dress
Formal
Why go
L'Olivo holds two Michelin stars and a 92-point La Liste ranking inside the Capri Palace in Anacapri; the most credentialled table on the island. Chef Domenico Stile's Campanian tasting menu is worth the €€€€ price if formal contemporary Italian is your format. Booking is near impossible in peak summer; plan two to three months ahead or stay at the hotel.
About L'Olivo
The Verdict
The common assumption about dining on Capri is that the leading tables are down in the town, surrounded by the noise and spectacle of the port. L'Olivo corrects that assumption directly. Situated within the Capri Palace hotel in the quieter, more residential neighbourhood of Anacapri, this two-Michelin-starred restaurant from chef Domenico Stile is one of the most credentialled dining experiences on the island; and worth booking if contemporary Campanian cuisine at a formal tasting-menu register is what you are after. The booking difficulty is near impossible in peak summer season, so plan accordingly.
About L'Olivo
Forget the crowded alleyways and tourist-facing trattorias of central Capri. L'Olivo operates in a different register entirely. The setting is a large, elegant drawing room inside the Capri Palace, the atmosphere is composed rather than buzzy; the kind of room where the food takes precedence over the scene. For a food enthusiast making a specific pilgrimage to Campania, that calm focus is part of the value proposition.
The cuisine is anchored in the flavours of Campania with a contemporary treatment. Michelin's own language for L'Olivo is telling: dishes that are brightly coloured and full of flavour, with primi that are described as exploding with taste. The eliche pasta with rock fish and the risotto with Neapolitan ragù are singled out by Michelin as standout courses. This is not the kind of tasting menu that aestheticises flavour into abstraction, the Campanian identity stays legible throughout, even as the kitchen applies a modern lens to its source material.
The progression of a meal here matters. A well-structured tasting menu builds through contrasts, from the clean, briny notes you would expect from Campanian coastal cooking through to the deeper, more unctuous register of slow-cooked ragù preparations. That arc is what makes the format here worth committing to over a shorter à la carte visit, if the option exists. The kitchen's strength appears to lie precisely in the sustained narrative of a full tasting progression, not in individual dishes served in isolation.
Service is described by Michelin as impeccable and professional, which at a €€€€ price point is the baseline expectation, but it is worth noting that the service standard here is framed as a genuine asset, not just a formality. For a special occasion or a long, unhurried meal on the island, that level of floor craft matters.
On the credentials: L'Olivo holds two Michelin stars in both 2024 and 2025, is a member of Les Grandes Tables du Monde (2025), and scored 92 points on La Liste's Leading Restaurants ranking for 2026 (up from 91 in 2025). That is a meaningful suite of recognition, placing the restaurant within a competitive set that includes Osteria Francescana in Modena, Le Calandre in Rubano, Piazza Duomo in Alba, and Enoteca Pinchiorri in Florence at the top tier of Italian fine dining. It also shares the Italian contemporary category with Enrico Bartolini in Milan, Atelier Moessmer Norbert Niederkofler in Brunico, and Agli Amici Rovinj in Rovinj. Internationally, the comparison to Noi by Paulo Airaudo in Hong Kong is relevant for readers cross-referencing Italian contemporary at two-star level across markets.
The guests who eat here are mostly making deliberate, advance-planned decisions, the rating is correspondingly considered.
If you are building a broader Campanian dining itinerary, L'Olivo pairs well with a visit to Quattro Passi in Marina del Cantone or Dal Pescatore in Runate for a different register of Italian fine dining on the same trip. For the wider Anacapri context, see our full Anacapri restaurants guide, our Anacapri hotels guide, our Anacapri bars guide, our Anacapri wineries guide, and our Anacapri experiences guide.
Booking
Booking difficulty is rated near impossible, particularly in the summer months when Capri's visitor numbers peak. L'Olivo is a hotel restaurant, which means access to reservations may be easier for guests of the Capri Palace, if the dates align, staying at the hotel to secure a table is a practical strategy worth considering. If you are not staying on property, book as far in advance as the reservation system allows, consider a shoulder-season visit (late spring or early autumn) for a more realistic chance at a table. No phone or direct booking URL is currently listed in our database; check the Capri Palace hotel website for current reservation access.
Quick reference: Two Michelin stars | Les Grandes Tables du Monde | La Liste 92pts (2026) | €€€€ | Anacapri, Capri Palace hotel | Booking: near impossible in peak season | Chef: Domenico Stile
How It Compares
Within Anacapri, L'Olivo has no direct competitor at the two-star level. Il Riccio is the closest match in price tier (also €€€€) and offers strong seafood-focused cooking with a terrace setting that many guests prefer for a more relaxed, view-led lunch. If the formal tasting-menu format of L'Olivo feels like a commitment, Il Riccio gives you high-quality Anacapri dining without the same level of ceremony. Book it for a long lunch rather than a special-occasion dinner.
Caesar Augustus is a better choice if you want Italian Mediterranean cooking with the famous panoramic terrace view as a significant part of the experience. The cooking does not operate at the same technical register as L'Olivo, but for a meal where setting and atmosphere do meaningful work, Caesar Augustus delivers something L'Olivo's interior room cannot. The price point is lower, the booking is generally easier to secure.
Da Gelsomina at €€ is the sensible answer if your priority is regional Anacapri cooking without the fine-dining overhead. It is not a like-for-like comparison with L'Olivo, but for a traveller who wants to eat well on the island across multiple meals rather than concentrating the entire food budget on one tasting menu, Da Gelsomina covers the regional flavour side of the trip at a fraction of the cost. Book L'Olivo for the occasion that warrants it, Da Gelsomina for everything else.
Located inside
HotelJumeirah Capri PalaceFull hotel guidePlanning details
- Location
- Via Capodimonte, 14, 80071 Anacapri NA, Italy
- Website
- jumeirah.com/en/stay/italy/capri-palace-jumeirah/dining/l-olivo-restaurant
- Phone
- +39 081 978 0560
The take
The Take
The Vibe
L'Olivo sits apart from the bustle of Capri, in a large, elegant drawing room inside the Capri Palace, and the setting feels deliberately restrained and quietly luxurious. The restaurant trades seaside bustle for a more considered mood: Anacapri's residential calm, the hotel grounds you cross to arrive, and the two-Michelin-star kitchen combine to create a refined, classic dining experience. The cooking emphasizes Campanian lineage with modern precision, and the room's composure makes conversation easy. In short, L'Olivo presents high-gloss fine dining that leans toward serene and scenic rather than flashy.
Best For
L'Olivo is best for diners seeking an elevated evening meal anchored in southern Italian technique and ingredients. Its placement within a luxury hotel and its two-Michelin-star standing position it as a destination for serious dinner outings—especially for travelers who want to linger in Anacapri rather than rush back to the ferry. The kitchen’s focus on Campanian larder and the restaurant’s measured interior make it a natural choice for special dinners where the food and the setting are the main event.
Ordering Tips
Prioritize dishes that showcase Campania’s strengths: the menu highlights rock fish and ragù traditions, and the house signatures—eliche pasta with rock fish and the risotto with Neapolitan ragù—are direct expressions of that focus. Given the kitchen’s two-star trajectory noted in recent guides and rankings, allow the cooking to take center stage and consider ordering items that foreground regional produce and seafood. Expect thoughtful, ingredient-led preparations rather than broad, familiar takes on Italian classics.
Planning details
Location
Via Capodimonte, 14, 80071 Anacapri NA, Italy · Directions
jumeirah.com/en/stay/italy/capri-palace-jumeirah/dining/l-olivo-restaurant
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Caesar Augustus; Italian Mediterranean, Italian Mediterranean
- Da Gelsomina; Regional Cuisine, €€
- Il Riccio; Seafood, €€€€
Restaurant context
Within Anacapri, L'Olivo has no direct competitor at the two-star level. Il Riccio is the closest match in price tier (also €€€€) and offers strong seafood-focused cooking with a terrace setting that many guests prefer for a more relaxed, view-led lunch. If the formal tasting-menu format of L'Olivo feels like a commitment, Il Riccio gives you high-quality Anacapri dining without the same level of ceremony. Book it for a long lunch rather than a special-occasion dinner.
Caesar Augustus is a better choice if you want Italian Mediterranean cooking with the famous panoramic terrace view as a significant part of the experience. The cooking does not operate at the same technical register as L'Olivo, but for a meal where setting and atmosphere do meaningful work, Caesar Augustus delivers something L'Olivo's interior room cannot. The price point is lower, the booking is generally easier to secure.
Da Gelsomina at €€ is the practical answer if your priority is regional Anacapri cooking without the fine-dining overhead. It is not a like-for-like comparison with L'Olivo, but for a traveller who wants to eat well across multiple meals rather than concentrating the entire food budget on one tasting menu, Da Gelsomina covers the regional flavour side of the trip at a fraction of the cost. Book L'Olivo for the occasion that warrants it, Da Gelsomina for everything else.
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| Venue | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|
| L'Olivo | 2026 Les Grandes Tables du Monde Members2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2026 Michelin 2 Stars2025 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 Michelin 2 Stars2024 Michelin 2 Stars | €€€€ |
| Caesar Augustus | 2025 Relais Chateaux Award | |
| Da Gelsomina | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€ |
| Il Riccio | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€€€ |
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How L'Olivo stacks up against the competition.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tasting menu worth it at L'Olivo?
For Campania-focused Italian cooking at two-Michelin-star level, yes. The kitchen's reputation rests on primi that lead with bold, regional flavour rather than restraint; a style that rewards the full tasting format more than a short à la carte visit. At €€€€ pricing, this is a considered outlay, but the 92-point La Liste score (2026) and consecutive Michelin two-star ratings since at least 2024 suggest the kitchen is delivering consistently at that level.
Can L'Olivo accommodate groups?
L'Olivo is a hotel restaurant within the Capri Palace, which typically gives it more flexibility for larger parties than a standalone fine-dining room. That said, the setting is a formal drawing room designed for atmosphere over capacity. Groups of more than six should contact the Capri Palace directly to confirm availability and whether private dining arrangements are possible; booking difficulty is near impossible in summer even for couples, so groups need more lead time.
What should I wear to L'Olivo?
This is a two-Michelin-star room inside one of Capri island's most formal luxury hotels; dress accordingly. Jackets for men are the safe assumption; resort-formal rather than casual. Arriving in beachwear or sandals would be out of place in a room that holds a Les Grandes Tables du Monde designation alongside its Michelin stars.
Is L'Olivo good for a special occasion?
It's one of the stronger cases on Capri for a milestone dinner. Two Michelin stars, a 92-point La Liste ranking, a setting within the Capri Palace give it the combination of formal service and destination atmosphere that special occasions require. The location in quieter Anacapri, rather than the busier port area, also means the evening is less likely to feel rushed or touristy.
How far ahead should I book L'Olivo?
Book at least 4 to 6 weeks ahead for summer visits, expect competition even at that range; demand on Capri in peak season is high and the dining room is not large. Outside of July and August, a 2 to 3 week lead time is more realistic, but earlier is always safer given L'Olivo's two-star profile and the island's constrained accommodation base. Book through the Capri Palace hotel directly.
Is L'Olivo worth the price?
At €€€€ pricing, L'Olivo needs to deliver across food, service, setting; and by the evidence it does. Two consecutive Michelin two-star years, a 92-point La Liste score (2026), and a Les Grandes Tables du Monde membership are not awarded to restaurants coasting on location. If your benchmark is other two-star Italian restaurants, L'Olivo is priced in line with that tier. If you want good Capri cooking at lower cost, Da Gelsomina or Il Riccio are more casual alternatives.
What are alternatives to L'Olivo in Anacapri?
Da Gelsomina is the practical alternative for Anacapri specifically; a far more casual, family-run trattoria focused on local produce, priced far below L'Olivo and suited to a relaxed lunch rather than a formal dinner. Il Riccio, the Capri Palace's beach club restaurant, also holds a Michelin star and offers a more informal seafood-focused experience at the water's edge. Caesar Augustus offers high-end dining in Anacapri with exceptional views, sitting between L'Olivo's formality and Da Gelsomina's informality in tone.
