IL CAPO — Restaurant in Brookfield

I Came here with my mom during their second weekend open. At first we thought they were closed since the parking lot was completely dark (the street light was apparently out), but they were open.

We dined in and ordered small plates of the fonduta and short rib arancini, and got a Capo salad to share. Though the menu said the small tapas were sized for one, our server assured us they would be fine for two—and they were perfect. The fonduta, in particular, was massive; we couldn’t finish it and even had to ask for extra bread. It originally came with cheesy crostini, but the garlic bread they brought when we asked for more was even better. Next time, I’ll ask for that from the start.

The arancini came with two large, meaty rice balls that could easily be shared by four people. I personally thought they could use a bit more cheese in the rice mix, but the flavor was still great and my mom loved them.

Surprisingly, the Capo salad ended up being the star of the meal. It was fresh, hearty, and a great portion size. It's perfect for sharing or as a light meal. I definitely want to order it to-go for lunch in the future.

The atmosphere is cozy and stylish, though a bit dim. It's small but I imagine most people will just be in out so that's fine. They have a small table of interesting stuff to look at and buy while you wait such as olive oils and different seasonings. The owner chatted with us, and the staff was genuinely friendly and attentive.

We didn’t try the pizza this time but are looking forward to it. The big pizza oven looks promising, and their specialty pies sound amazing. They also offer grab-and-go slices, which is great for a quick bite.

All in all, a great experience. We’ll definitely be back...

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