CAPISCO is an Italian Peruvian restaurant Montreal and a fusion restaurant Montreal, presented by Chef Marcel Olivier Larrea. Celebrating the union of Peruvian and Italian cuisine, CAPISCO offers a distinctive dining experience as a ceviche restaurant Montreal.
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Our Specialties
Ceviches, tiraditos, Carbonara pasta, pan con chicharron & arroz con pato arrancini.
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We accept: Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac, Mobile Payment, Contactless Payment
Capisco offers a unique and highly praised fusion of Peruvian and Italian cuisines in the heart of Old Montreal, consistently impressing visitors with its creative menu and beautiful presentation. Many guests highlight standout dishes such as the brisket lomo saltado, ceviche, lasagna, and various seafood options, often paired with exceptional cocktails like the Pisco Sour. The restaurant is frequently described as a hidden gem, featuring a warm, retro-inspired atmosphere and a welcoming, professional team that enhances the overall dining experience. Whether visiting for a date night, a celebration, or a casual evening, patrons often remark on the high quality of the food and the attentive, personable service, making it a recommended destination for those seeking a memorable meal in a charming setting.
Thank you so much! Justin was the best server. He was the reason we decided to walk in, & he continued the amazing service throughout. Suggesting food, taking pictures for us & laughing together! Great food & overall experience.
I was expecting more & therefore I was sadly disappointed. Hopefully this review will temper the expectations of the italian fusion fans. I am a particular fan of italian -japanese fusion restaurants having tried a number in both hong kong & tokyo. From an instagram post I expected something similar from this italian-peruvian fusion restaurant. I am also a pretty big fan of peruvian food. Its not that its not decent, everything was OK, but everythig really could have been a little more excellent with a little more flair & effort. Three of us ate so I tried a lot on the menu, most notable was the cheesecake which was similar to a Basque cheesecake but with a creme caramel top - I have had better but it was very good. The carbonara was decent as well, but again I have had better. MD rating 6.
Food was excellently presented. Our server however knew nothing about them menu, when we asked questions prior to order & once the food arrived we wanted to know some information about what some things were on the octopus carpaccio but he didn't know & said he never tried it...
I would expect more from a place like this with such a lovely small menu. Would love to eat the food again some day though!
May 12, 2026
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Food was super tasty & the presentation was beautiful!!
We took the ceviche, causa de camarones, pulpo a l'olivo & frito mixto as appetizers & they were all amazing. We also took the arroz con marisco (wow), the brisquet (great meat), the pasta a la peruvianesca & all three desserts. Everything was consistently good! The service was also great!
New patio is so beautiful!!! Amazing food amazing cocktails amazing service. Thank you so much joseph mia & meg! Will be back! Do not miss this gem if in the old port
After a long day of exploring Montreal, Capisco turned out to be exactly what I needed to wind down & end the night on a perfect note. The atmosphere was relaxed & inviting, just the kind of place where you can sit back, breathe a little, & enjoy the moment.
Our bartender, Alex was so kind & welcoming, which made the whole experience feel even more comfortable. You could tell the staff really cared about creating a good experience, not just serving food.
Food was excellent. Simple, satisfying, & exactly what I was hoping for to wrap up the night.
Overall, Capisco felt like one of those places you're glad you found. If you're looking for a pleasant, low-key spot to chill after a full day in Montreal or to end your evening on a good note, this is definitely worth stopping by.
I was having a big expectation from this place since the owner is the same of chifa & Tiradito which the two of them are amazing. But this place was ok the tiradito capresse was our favorite with ordered twice . The ceviche was also really good & the lomo saltado to share is nice. The tiramisu was ok nothing extraordinary. The cocktail I got was good. I guess the only comment about it was the service or I mean the lack of it. You can totally tell that the waitress didnt like her job. I mean I work in the same industry & I know sometimes you can have one of those days but she really didn't even try it. To me service is 80% of the tip & when they are expecting 22% of tip with that kind of attitude no way. I guess old port service is really something. Ps the place was not even full when we arrived it was like two or three tables more
Capisco is a hole in the wall in old town Montreal, my girlfriend & I went in on a Wednesday & wasn't sure what to expect. Reading the reviews some people in the past were worried about the limited menu but we decided to give it a try. We are extremely happy we did, the food was exceptional & our server was genuine & very personable. It was very empty & my girlfriend & I were very surprised considering how good the food & atmosphere was. The scallops were to die for & their wine menu was extensive for a small restaurant. Overall, it was a fantastic date night & we don't regret it one bit.
