La Colombaia, a gourmet jewel in the heart of the Grand Hotel Quisisana
The natural beauty of the island of Capri blended with Italian culinary mastery. La Colombaia, located in the enchanting setting of the Grand Hotel Quisisana on Capri, is more than just a restaurant, it is an experience to be lived. This corner of paradise, ‘nestled’ among the hotel’s beautiful gardens and swimming pool, offers the perfect combination of sublime taste and sophisticated atmosphere, making every visit a special moment.
La Colombaia welcomes its guests in an environment that enchants from the first glance. Among the pool sparkling in the sunshine and the lemon trees wafting their Mediterranean scent into the air, the feeling is that of being in a place out of time. The elegant blue and white seats, perfectly in line with the Capri style, create an atmosphere of refined lightness.
Surrounded by lush nature and with the outline of the island’s mountains in the background, every meal here becomes a journey that satisfies the five senses, where even the natural scenery contributes to elevating the experience of a gastronomic proposal that is a tribute to the flavours of the Mediterranean. Each dish is, in fact, prepared with the highest quality ingredients enhanced by the creativity of the house chefs. The menu offers a perfect balance between respect for tradition and a love of innovation, guaranteeing diners a surprising culinary experience for both the palate and the eye.
Among the iconic dishes, stand out the first courses based on fresh pasta, such as ravioli capresi and spaghetti with seafood, where the intense flavor of the sea blends with the freshness and aroma of local herbs. Moreover, to best honor the Neapolitan tradition, pizza lovers can also enjoy an irresistible selection of proposals, baked in a wood-fired oven and prepared with local ingredients in line with the best Neapolitan tradition. The second courses based on fish, then, are a true celebration of Capri cuisine: each dish is masterfully prepared to enhance the purity of flavor and bring to the table all the best of the Mediterranean. There is no shortage of dishes for meat lovers, such as beef fillet accompanied by seasonal vegetables, and vegetarian options, to satisfy every need.
And to end on a sweet note, the desserts are a triumph of gluttony and beauty. From the traditional torta caprese, with its perfect balance of almonds and chocolate, to lemon sorbets that capture all the essence of the island.
But a lunch or dinner at La Colombaia would not be complete without a glass of wine selected from the Quisisana’s cellar. The wine list offers a journey through the best Italian and international labels, with a special focus on fresh, mineral whites, perfect to accompany the flavors of Mediterranean cuisine.
La Colombaia is, therefore, a place to experience and remember in all its forms, since here every detail is designed to give moments of authentic pleasure, from the courtesy of the staff, always attentive and discreet, to the magic of the atmosphere that satisfies all the senses.
