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Capers & Lemons, Wilmington, DE

Capers & Lemons

4.7
4.7
2040 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 34 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Capers & Lemons, is a restaurant serving modern versions of classic Italian fare. The dining room at Capers & Lemons seamlessly blends old and new into something all its own. The lighting and colors of the dining room evoke the sense of a classic Italian restaurant, while the decor is distinctly contemporary making diners realize this restaurant has its own vision. Many traditional Italian dishes can be found, with a small modern twist. Bright and flavorful antipasti, Wood-fire cooked pizzas, and hearty pastas are all here. Finally, stop in at happy hour to enjoy beer, wine or some signature cocktails.

**A NOTE FROM THE RESTAURANT**
Reservations are not required. We welcome walk-ins.
Please contact us directly at 302-256-0524, if the desired reservation time is unavailable or the party size is larger than 6.
Patio requests are acknowledged but not guaranteed. Even when requesting outdoor seating, we may have to accommodate you in our main dining room.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (302) 256-0524
  • Website
    https://www.capersandlemons.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Shea Ackerman
  • Catering
    Please contact the restaurant for any Catering inquiries.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact the restaurant for any Private Event inquiries.

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Menu

PRIMI

  • Tomato Basil BisqueUS$8.00

    orzo pasta

    • Market SoupUS$8.00

      seasonally fresh ingredients

      • Stuffed MeatballsUS$13.00

        mozzarella, tomato sauce, parmigiano

        • Fried CalamariUS$14.00

          romesco sauce, green onion, lemon aioli

          • Fig FlatbreadUS$15.00

            prosciutto, gorgonzola, toasted pine nuts

            • Eggplant "Lasagna"US$14.00

              pastelles, tomato sauce, sautéed spinach

              • Truffle Garlic BreadUS$9.00

                parmesan, truffle butter

                • Shrimp ScampiUS$16.00

                  fresh lemon, white wine, garlic bread

                  • Grilled Lemon ParmigianoUS$15.00

                    steamed clams, arugula

                    • Grilled ArtichokesUS$14.00

                      red onion, tomato, lemon, smoked paprika butter

                      • Balsamic Onion FlatbreadUS$14.00

                        roasted peppers, pesto, fresh house-made mozzarella

                        • Baked Mac N' CheeseUS$14.00

                          pancetta, breadcrumb crumbs

                          • Cheese BoardUS$18.00

                            select three manchego, almonds - sour cherry mostarda raw honey comb - raisin walnut bread

                            SALADS

                            • Caesar SaladUS$11.00

                              romaine, croutons, lemon, parmesan dressing, eggless caesar dressing, garlic parmesan croutons

                              • Boston BibbUS$12.00

                                shaved onions, toasted walnuts, gorgonzola, tangerine vinaigrette

                                • ArugulaUS$13.00

                                  beets, pickled carrots, radicchio, almonds, pecorino, shallot vinaigrette

                                  • Chopped SaladUS$18.00

                                    grilled chicken, romaine, tomatoes, olives, cucumber, feta, red onion, hummus, tzatziki

                                    • Melon SaladUS$18.00

                                      breaded chicken, arugula & radicchio, pickled red onion, pancetta, parmigiano, buttermilk vinaigrette

                                      • Nicoise Tuna SaladUS$21.00

                                        haricot vert, poatoes, tomatoes, olives, soft egg, lemon vinaigrette

                                        • Grilled Salmon SaladUS$20.00

                                          red bliss potatoes, arugula, cucumbers, tomatoes, pickled carrots, romaine, caper dressing

                                          • Meatball SaladUS$18.00

                                            meatballs, romaine, arugula, tomato, onion, celery, red wine vinaigrette, whipped ricotta, crostini

                                            PIZZETTE

                                            • MargheritaUS$16.00

                                              house made mozzarella, torn basil, tomato sauce

                                              • ArtichokeUS$18.00

                                                spinach, fontina, garlic cream

                                                • BiancoUS$17.00

                                                  gorgonzola, mozzarella, crème fraîche, pecorino, torn basil

                                                  • NeopolitanUS$17.00

                                                    roasted garlic, oregano, tomato sauce

                                                    • PolpetteUS$19.00

                                                      red onion, mozzarella, seasoned ricotta, tomato

                                                      • BasilicaUS$18.00

                                                        sun dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, mozzarella, goat cheese, pesto

                                                        • CalabreseUS$18.00

                                                          mozzarella, smoked mozzarella, red onion, arugula, calabrian chili agrodolce

                                                          • SalsicciaUS$18.00

                                                            fennel sausage, mozzarella, ricotta, red onion, long hot peppers, roasted tomatoes, lemon zest

                                                            • FunghiUS$18.00

                                                              chicken, mushroom duxelle, fontina cheese, rosemary

                                                              • PepperoniUS$20.00

                                                                mozzarella, tomato sauce, Mike's hot honey

                                                                HOUSEMADE PASTA

                                                                • LasagnaUS$21.00

                                                                  tomato sauce, béchamel sauce, mozzarella, parmigiano

                                                                  • Short Rib AgnolottiUS$22.00

                                                                    shiitake mushrooms, butternut squash, fig vincotto, madeira sauce, parmigiano

                                                                    • GnocchiUS$21.00

                                                                      smoked mozzarella, fresh basil, rustic tomato, parmigiano

                                                                      • Ground Beef CannelloniUS$20.00

                                                                        cannelloni, chicken and sausage, tomato cream, mozzarella

                                                                        SANDWICHES

                                                                        • Prosciutto PaniniUS$16.00

                                                                          prosciutto cotto, smoked mozzarella, provolone, house made pickles, dijon aioli, brioche

                                                                          • Tomato PaniniUS$15.00

                                                                            grilled cheese, mozzarella, fontina, provolone, pesto aioli, brioche

                                                                            • Hot Honey Crispy ChickenUS$16.00

                                                                              bacon, provolone, house made pickles, red cabbage slaw, chili-honey agrodolce, brioche

                                                                              • "Muffuletta"US$16.00

                                                                                coppa, prosciutto, cotto, mortadella, provolone, olive tapenade, garlic aioli, kaiser roll

                                                                                • C&L BurgerUS$18.00

                                                                                  bacon, balsamic onions, house made pickles, cooper sharp secret sauce, brioche

                                                                                  • PorchettaUS$16.00

                                                                                    broccoli rabe, sharp provolone, crispy onions, provolone, broccoli rabe pesto, garlic aioli, kaiser roll

                                                                                    • Grilled Chicken PaniniUS$16.00

                                                                                      provolone, roasted peppers, pesto mayo, brioche

                                                                                      C&L CLASSICS

                                                                                      • Spaghetti PomodoroUS$19.00

                                                                                        tomato basil sauce

                                                                                        • Romano Crusted ChickenUS$21.00

                                                                                          breaded, linguini

                                                                                          • Lemon Chicken PiccataUS$21.00

                                                                                            garlic, white wine, capers, orichiette, wedges of 21

                                                                                            • Rigatoni BologneseUS$20.00

                                                                                              ground beef & sausage, tomato sauce

                                                                                              SEAFOOD

                                                                                              • Scampi RomanoUS$23.00

                                                                                                shrimp, spinach, garlic, linguini, tomato sauce, capellini

                                                                                                • Grilled SalmonUS$23.00

                                                                                                  spinach, orzo, lemon-caper sauce

                                                                                                  • Clams & LinguiniUS$22.00

                                                                                                    chopped clams, white wine, garlic toast

                                                                                                    SIDES

                                                                                                    • Tomato & Caper RisottoUS$9.00

                                                                                                      cremini, herb pesto

                                                                                                      • Cacio e PepeUS$9.00

                                                                                                        rustic polenta, broccoli rabe, pecorino

                                                                                                        • Crispy Brussel SproutsUS$9.00

                                                                                                          calabrian chili glaze

                                                                                                          • Rustic PolentaUS$9.00

                                                                                                            romesco sauce

                                                                                                            • Broccoli Rabe & BeansUS$9.00

                                                                                                              sauteeing, calabrian chiles, pecorino

                                                                                                              Last updated: 2 October 2024

                                                                                                              What 2,040 people are saying

                                                                                                              Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                              Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                              4.7
                                                                                                              4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                              • 4.8Food
                                                                                                              • 4.7Service
                                                                                                              • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                                              • 4.6Value

                                                                                                              Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                              Diners' Choice Awards

                                                                                                              • Philadelphia County

                                                                                                                Romantic

                                                                                                              • Delaware

                                                                                                                Great for fine wines

                                                                                                              • Delaware

                                                                                                                Great for outdoor dining

                                                                                                              • Delaware

                                                                                                                Romantic

                                                                                                              • Delaware

                                                                                                                Good for special occasions

                                                                                                              • Delaware

                                                                                                                Italian

                                                                                                              • Delaware

                                                                                                                Most Booked

                                                                                                              Review summary

                                                                                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                              Capers & Lemons is a local favorite known for its "delicious food" and "excellent service." Guests praise the inviting atmosphere and diverse menu, offering standout dishes like the "shrimp and corn agnolotti" and "tender stuffed meatballs." Ideal for special occasions or casual gatherings, it consistently delivers memorable dining experiences.

                                                                                                              2,040 Reviews

                                                                                                              1. Cathy

                                                                                                                Philadelphia

                                                                                                                12 reviews

                                                                                                                vip
                                                                                                                1.0

                                                                                                                12 reviews

                                                                                                                Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                                1. Overall 1
                                                                                                                2. Food 1
                                                                                                                3. Service 3
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                One of the worst Italian meals I have ever had. The lasagna was advertised with bechamel sauce but none was to be found in my serving - only cold congealed blocks of cheese. Cold cold cold lasagna. The chicken piccata was overly salted. What an awful meal. Left there and had to stop on the way home to eat as I was starving

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                                                                                                              2. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                                Philadelphia

                                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                                Dined on 17 November 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                We've been going to Capers almost every Sunday for the last several years. We sit on the beautiful, quiet, climate-contolled patio. We love all the waiters, but Rick is our favorite. My recent go-to menu items are the arugula salad and the lasagna (or Summer Corn Agnolotti in the summer). I'm hoping that they bring back Butternut Squash or Acorn Squash Agnolotti...YUM!

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                                                                                                              3. Parker

                                                                                                                Philadelphia

                                                                                                                5 reviews

                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                5 reviews

                                                                                                                Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                Great meal as always. Our server was attentive and courteous, and we had a lovely evening!

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                                                                                                              4. Kimberly

                                                                                                                Philadelphia

                                                                                                                11 reviews

                                                                                                                vip
                                                                                                                4.0

                                                                                                                11 reviews

                                                                                                                Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                                3. Service 3
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                We booked an early dinner reservation and went to the bar for a drink. It was fairly empty at the time. One of the 2 women bartenders gave us a menu. We asked for a minute to decide. Fast forward 10 to 15 minutes the bartender failed to come back to us. Instead she stood in the corner talking to the other bartender and waiting on other customers who came in after us. We attempted to get her attention but were ignored. She finally took our order. Not a good start to an otherwise wonderful dinner. Shout out to our outstanding waitress, Aspen, she was amazing! Made our night much better.

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                                                                                                              5. Deb

                                                                                                                Baltimore

                                                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                                                4.0

                                                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                                                Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                Table of 6. Very noisy inside. Hard to hear other in conversation. Glass of wine cost $21. 🙄

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                                                                                                              6. Deborah

                                                                                                                Palm Springs

                                                                                                                12 reviews

                                                                                                                vip
                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                12 reviews

                                                                                                                Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                Very nice menu and great tasting food/drinks. Love the ambiance of the restaurant. Our server, Delaney was a delight.

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                                                                                                              7. Julie

                                                                                                                Philadelphia

                                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                                Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                Wonderful dining experience as usual. The entrees were masterfully prepared, the Caesar salad was exceptional. Absolutely loved the calamari appetizer as well. And desserts were equally exquisite… we tried the cheesecake and the chocolate lava cake! Service of course was excellent.

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                                                                                                              8. Nicole

                                                                                                                Philadelphia

                                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                                Dined on 10 November 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                Bib salad was excellent. Waiter PJ was great, attentive, kind and substitute suggestions were offered, which was a nice surprise . Portions are generous .

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                                                                                                              9. Heather

                                                                                                                Philadelphia

                                                                                                                109 reviews

                                                                                                                vip
                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                109 reviews

                                                                                                                Dined on 6 November 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                Calamari was delicious 😋. The meatballs appetizer was more like a meal. The Short Rib agnolotti was amazing. So much food! Excellent service Nathan!!! 👏 ending with the Banana Expresso Martini..a first for me but sweet and hit the spot.

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                                                                                                              10. Jack

                                                                                                                Philadelphia

                                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                                vip
                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                                Dined on 4 November 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                Food and service was amazing. We are regulars and are never disappointed.

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                                                                                                              FAQs

                                                                                                              Capers & Lemons offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (302) 256-0524.

                                                                                                              Capers & Lemons is rated 4.7 stars by 2040 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                              Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                                              2 people
                                                                                                              19:00
                                                                                                              Booked 34 times today

                                                                                                              Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                              Google Map for Capers & Lemons

                                                                                                              301 Little Falls Dr, Wilmington, DE 19808

                                                                                                              Additional information

                                                                                                              • Cross Street
                                                                                                                Centreville Road
                                                                                                              • Area
                                                                                                                Greenville
                                                                                                              • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                                                              • Price
                                                                                                                $30 and under
                                                                                                              • Cuisines
                                                                                                                Italian, Mediterranean, Contemporary Italian
                                                                                                              • Dining style
                                                                                                                Casual Dining
                                                                                                              • Dress code
                                                                                                                Casual Dress
                                                                                                              • Parking details
                                                                                                                Public Lot
                                                                                                              • Payment Options
                                                                                                                AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                              • Executive Chef
                                                                                                                Shea Ackerman
                                                                                                              • Additional
                                                                                                                Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
                                                                                                              • Website
                                                                                                                https://www.capersandlemons.com/
                                                                                                              • Phone number
                                                                                                                (302) 256-0524
                                                                                                              • Catering
                                                                                                                Please contact the restaurant for any Catering inquiries.
                                                                                                              • Private party facilities
                                                                                                                Please contact the restaurant for any Private Event inquiries.

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