THIS RESTAURANT HAS CHANGED LOCATIONS Il Capriccio Ristorante e Bar

THIS RESTAURANT HAS CHANGED LOCATIONS Il Capriccio Ristorante e Bar Restaurant Review:

Il Capriccio helped put Waltham on the culinary map with its mostly Northern Italian fare delivered amid a subdued décor, and it continues to draw city-slickers to the 'burbs. They're not here for the dazzling scene, but rather for chef-owner Rich Barron's cooking. As a rule, the menu’s Tuscan simplicity and French flair contrasts with the heavy decadence of the Italian Alps --- consider starters like seared duck foie gras with apples --- but influences from as far away as Sardinia and Sicily also pop up, as in an extra-hearty dish of roast veal tenderloin with crispy prosciutto, oyster mushrooms and tasty spätzle. While the rich braised short rib in red wine with Sardinian couscous is a must, the seasonal treat to beat is any dish of risotto (but especially when served with lobster and butternut squash). Meanwhile, there’s a primarily Italian wine list that offers the likes of Angelo Gaja whites and Roberto Voerzio reds. We like the tart lemon mousse with sweet candied lemon rinds for dessert.