Cafe Capriccio
 Private Dining Options for Business or Pleasure

49 Grand Street Albany, New York 12207
Contact Jeanette Stanziano for Reservations and Information

E-Mail Jeanette: JCapriccio@aol.com for a immediate response or call 518-465-6822
 

The Chef's Table

The Chef's Table is an intimate, private dining room with open kitchen that is available for groups of 10 to 16 who wish to enjoy a bounteous Italian table in the setting of a fine home.  Extensive menu choices include virtually the entire range of Italian regional cuisine prepared by Jim Rua and his colleagues.  Chef's Table functions are popular occasions for business meetings, family gatherings, dinner among friends and all special events where guests can gather around a single table to enjoy each other and some of Italy's most celebrated preparations.  The open kitchen provides an excellent perspective for guests whose interests include the techniques of Italian cooking as well as the enjoyment of it.  The Chef's table setting provides privacy as well as the opportunity to communicate with Jim and his colleagues for those interested in learning more about the cuisine, travel and other aspects of Cafe Capriccio's programs and services.  Chef's Table activities can be reserved any day of the week.                                              

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Tuscan Room

Cafe Capriccio's Tuscan Room is a private dining area that can accommodate 16 to 40 guests.  With its own kitchen and warm setting, the Tuscan Room is a comfortable environment for dinner meetings and receptions, as well as for holiday parties and family functions.  All of the wonderful menu choices from Italy's many regional cuisines are available in the Tuscan Room, as they are at the Chef's Table.  Tuscan Room activities can be reserved any day of the week.     

 

 

Cafe Capriccio Private Party                 FAQs  Guide     

Thank you for choosing Café Capriccio for your private dining function. We look forward to hosting your event and hope that you enjoy your experience with us. The following is a description of our private dining process as well as menus, direction sheet and booking form for your event. Please review the attached and complete and return forms where needed.

Private Dining Room Options

Café Capriccio offers two distinctive private dining rooms for your event needs.

The Chef's Table is an intimate, private dining room, with open kitchen, available for groups of 10 to 15 who wish to enjoy a bounteous feast in the setting of a refined Italian household. Extensive menu choices include a wide range of Italian regional cuisine prepared by Jim & Franco Rua and their colleagues. Chef's Table functions are popular occasions for business meetings, family gatherings, dinner among friends and all special events where guests can gather around a single table. The open kitchen provides an excellent perspective for guests whose interests include the techniques of Italian cooking as well as the enjoyment of it.

Cafe Capriccio's Tuscan Room is an elegant Italian style dining environment that can accommodate larger groups of 15 - 40 guests. With its own kitchen, uniquely warm, private and inviting Mediterranean inspired setting, the Tuscan Room is a perfect venue for dinner meetings, receptions, holiday parties and family functions. All of the wonderful menu choices from Italy's many regional cuisines are available in the Tuscan Room, as they are at the Chef's Table. The Tuscan Room can accommodate various table configuration requests including multiple tables, conference set, or "u" shaped set ups.

Menu

Café Capriccio’s private dining experience features our renowned 4-course traditional Tuscan feast including 5 antipasti/salad selections served family style, 1 pasta/risotto course, 1 entrée course, and a Chef’s Choice dessert.  Your meal also includes red and white wine selected by the Chef, coffee/tea/decaf service, soda, and sparkling water. Most clients choose to have a true culinary experience and prefer to have the menu chosen by the Chef.  You may also participate in your menu selection by choosing selections from our private dining menus.  If you would prefer to select your own menu, please email your selections to jcapriccio@aol.com no later than 7 days prior to your event. Menus can be obtained via email from your event coordinator at any time.  If we do not receive your menu selection 7 days prior to your event, we will have the Chef choose the menu for your function. 
 

Cost

The per person cost for our private dining functions is $75 which includes the 4-course meal, wine and other beverages, room, private staff, and a.v. screen if needed. Please note that the price does not include NYS tax (.085%) or standard gratuity (20%). Prices are based on a set package rate and are non-negotiable. Please note that tax and 20% gratuity are added automatically to your bill for all private functions.

Parking

Ample free parking can be found in the City of Albany parking lot located a few steps away from the restaurant entrance on Grand Street.

Audio Visual Equipment

Café Capriccio is happy to offer clients complimentary use of a.v. screens and power cords when requested.
 

Minimum Guests Required for Booking

The minimum group size for booking the Chef’s Table is 10 guests. The minimum guest requirement for the Tuscan Room is 15. If your final guarantee falls short of this number, you would be required to pay the minimum head count fee for your room (Chef’s Table 10 guests @$75 plus tax/gratuity, Tuscan Room 15 guests @ $75 plus tax/gratuity.)

Cancellation Policy

Canceling 10 days or more prior to your event: no fee

Canceling less than 10 days prior to your event : $150

Canceling less than 72 hours prior to your event: $300

Canceling 24 hours or less prior to the start of your event: full charge for event based on room minimum

(10 \guests/Chef’s Table, 15 guests/Tuscan Room)
 

Deposit

A credit card is required to book your event. No charges will be processed with your card until after your event.

Final Meal Guarantee

A final guest count will be required no later than 5 business days prior to your event.

Your final guarantee should be emailed to jcapriccio@aol.com

Directions/ Address

Café Capriccio is located at 49 Grand Street in Albany, New York just off of Madison Avenue, 2 blocks in on the left. If you would like written directions for your guests, please contact your meeting coordinator to have a direction sheet faxed or emailed to you.  Our website also has a link with a map and written directions that can be downloaded.

Contacting Us

Jeanette Stanziano is Café Capriccio’s Director of Special Events and will be coordinating your function. Please contact Jeanette at any time at jcapriccio@aol.com for immediate response to your inquiries.  EMAIL CONTACT IS ALWAYS THE FASTEST WAY TO GET A SPEEDY RESPONSE TO YOUR INQUIRY.

You can also leave a message for Jeanette at the office at 518-465-6822. For a rapid response to your questions, please contact Jeanette via email. If you have any questions or changes to your function, please do not contact the restaurant’s main number. Information regarding private functions should only be directed to Jeanette via email or the office phone number.

Café Capriccio

Chef’s Table ~ Tuscan Room

Private Dining Menu

Antipasti & Salads (Choose 5 Selections)

Mixed Salad with Radicchio, Greens, Tomatoes and Goat Cheese

Salad of Grilled Mushrooms, Arugula, Truffle Oil & Parmigiano

Tuscan Bread Salad, Panzanella

Salad of Fresh Zucchini, Mint & Tomatoes

Salad of Oranges with Fresh Fennel and Pecorino

Calamari with Olives, Capers, Radicchio, Celery, Sweet Peppers, Herbs

Mussels Vinaigrette

Eggplant Caponata

Tripe Roman Style

Mixed Grilled Vegetables

Swiss Chard with Beets

Asparagus with Smoked Salmon and Hard Cooked Eggs

Greens and Beans

Artichokes with Roasted Peppers and Olives

Roasted Peppers with Anchovies and Garlic

Chicken Sausage with Fried Peppers

House-made Sausage with Rapini

Frittata with Greens and Ricotta

Stuffed Peppers

Salad of Octopus and Potatoes Siciliana

Eggplant with Four Cheeses

Polpetti Bolognese

Pastas & Risottos (Choose 1 Selection)

Risotto

Risotto with Mushrooms

Risotto with Duck and Figs

Risotto with Asparagus and Parmigiana

Risotto Nero di Sepia, Squid Ink

Pasta

Pasta with Arugula Pesto

Eggplant, Ricotta, Tomatoes, alla Norma

Broccoli, Black Olives, Tomatoes

Chingiale, Ragu of Boar

Bolognese, Meat Ragu

Frutta di Mare—Mixed Seafood

Filetto di Pomodoro: San Marzano Tomatoes, Herbs

House Made Sausage with Peppers, Olives & Tomatoes

Puttanesca

Amatriciana: Pancetta, Onions, Tomatoes

Ribollita: Pasta Cooked in Tuscan Minestra

Duck Confit, Mushrooms, Wine Sauce

 

Main Entrée (Choose 1 Selection)

                         Stracotto di Manzo: Beef Braised in Tuscan Wine with Porcini

        Grilled Marinated Sirloin Steak Tuscan Style: Truffle Infusion, Arugula and Parmigiano

        Spezzatina di Manzo—Beef Stew from the Piedmont Countryside

        Short Ribs of Beef Braised in Wine and Aromatic Vegetables

        Braciole alla Pizzaiola: Grilled Steak with Garlic, Olive Oil, Oregano and Tomatoes

        Abacchio all Romano—Roman Style Lamb Stew

        Braised Lamb Shoulder with Polenta

        Lamb Abruzzo: Grilled, Sliced, Classic Café Capriccio Fare

        Roast Leg of Lamb, Butterflied Pungently Seasoned

        Spezzatina di Vitella, Porcini Mushrooms: Veal Stew, Wine Sauce

        Saltimbocca alla Romana: Scaloppini with Prosciutto and Sage

        Veal Sorriento: Scaloppini, Eggplant, Mozzarella, Tomatoes, Herbs

                              Roasted Game Hen, al Diavolo

        Pollo Al Vino Rosso with Mushrooms: Braised, Red Wine Sauce

        Siciliana: Tomatoes, Peppers, Capers, Olives, Hot Pepper

        Roasted Capon with Herbs

        Fantasia: Braised Thighs with House Made Sausage

        Gallentina: Stuffed Legs and Thighs

                       Arista Fiorentina: Pork Loin Florentine

                    Grilled Swordfish Garnished with Tapenade

        Tuna Grilled Messina Style

        Salmone Sauté with Herbs and Wine

 Featured Desserts by ItalianPastry Chef Adele Azzellino-Bucci

Directions to Café Capriccio

Directions from the North:

South on Northway to Exit 7 (Route 7 East) to 787 South. Get off of 787 South at the Madison Ave. Exit (Route 20 West). Travel 4 traffic lights and make a right onto Grand Street. The Café is two blocks in on the left.

Directions from the South:

Thruway 87 North to Exit 23 (Albany) to 787 North to Broadway Exit (stay left as you come down the exit ramp). Make a left at your first light and then another left onto Broadway. Make a right onto Madison Avenue (Route 20 West). Travel up Madison for three traffic lights and then turn right onto Grand Street. The Café is two blocks in on the left.

Directions from the East:

Take 90 West to 787 South. Get off of 787 South at the Madison Ave. Exit (Route 20 West). Travel 4 traffic lights and make a right onto Grand Street. The Café is two blocks in on the left.

From Downtown Albany:

On Madison Avenue East, pass the Empire State Plaza and make a left onto Grand Street (before South Pearl). The Café is two blocks in on the left.

PARKING:

Free parking can be found in the City of Albany Municipal Lot just a few steps beyond the restaurant entrance on Grand Street. The lot is free in the evening to Capriccio customers.

 

Cafe Capriccio Private Party

Event Reservation Form

 

DATE OF EVENT___________________START TIME_______________# OF GUESTS________________

Location: Chef’s Table (10-16 capacity, minimum 10)Tuscan Room (16-40 capacity, minimum 16)

 

CONTACT NAME:________________________________________________________________________

COMPANY NAME____________________________________ PHONE:____________________________

ADDRESS:______________________________________________________________________________

EMAIL:_________________________________________________________________________________

CREDIT CARD (name/number/exp):_________________________________________________________

Card Holder Signature____________________________________________________________________

Title of Your Event or Presentation

(we have more than one private meeting space and need to be able to direct guests to the proper event room)

___________________________________________________________________________________________

 

MENU:     Chef’s Choice__         Selected Menu__

please attach menu selections and forward no later than 1 week prior to event date or menu will revert to Chef’s Choice)

Dietary Restrictions:______________________________________________________________________________________________

Vegetarians:_______________________________ Food Allergies:__________________________________________________

ROOM SET: (Tuscan Room ONLY) ___ "U" Set ___Conference Set ___Multiple Table Set

SPEAKER: ___yes ___no AV Screen: ___yes ___no

Special Requests/Notes___________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________

 

DEADLINES TO REMEMBER

Menu:—please forward all menu selections no later than 1 week prior to the date of your event.

If a menu is not chosen within this time frame a Chef’s Choice menu will be chosen by the Café in it’s place.

Final Meal Guarantees: A final count of guests is required no later than 5 days prior to your event. The Café has a small unique

kitchen that purchases all food on the day of the event and cooks everything to order.

Accurate meal guarantees are crucial to the success of your event.

Cancellations: If you need to cancel your event for any reason, please refer to our FAQ sheet outlining our policy.

Please fax , email, or mail this form to:

Jeanette Stanziano, Director of Special Events

Café Capriccio

49 Grand Street, Albany, NY 12207

Phone/Fax: 518.465.6822

Email: jcapriccio@aol.com
 

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