Drove out here all the way from Queens which was a long drive. I had made a reservation at 10pm for 4 people and when I arrived there, they said we each had to pay $20 each since it was after 10pm. I thought this was an absolute scam since that was never told to me when I made the reservation. We paid it since we had driven all the way out here. I find this very dishonest. We ordered a fried calamari and a picada. It tasted like it had been microwaved. The chicken was chewy and the fried calamari was soggy. The only reason this spot received two stars was due to the dj and the service. They were very attentive and the music was great. The place was not even packed to be charging $20 at the door. Will not be returning. read more

Capicu Restaurant - fried Calamari Frito - Latin American Near Me - Hauppauge, New York

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If I could give this spot 0 stars I would, the staff isn't very attentive when it comes to dinner I'm not sure if it's because the place is more of a drinking / night spot as opposed to a restaurant. They food was not good at all the yuca fries were stale , the maduro was raw the rice was hard and the habichuelas tasted burnt. The only thing that was okay was the churrasco . Very disappointing .. read more

I don't even have any pictures to post so that says a lot already. I went to this establishment for a friend's birthday party. Because she and I are close, she shared with me that she has been in conversation with the owner and even visited the restaurant more than twice to discuss the logistics. She booked this event around a month before the event was to take place. Her event was supposed to accommodate around 65 people, but they failed to do that properly. Because it was such a big party, she was told that she had to do a prefix dinner that included appetizers, the entrees, sides and pitchers of sangria and a tequila drink, buffet style. The event started at 7:30 pm and we weren't served appetizers till around 9:30 pm. On top of that, there wasn't even enough food to sufficiently accommodate the amount of people at the party. Dinner took another 3 hours to be served and again...not enough food. It was giving tapas style when it should have been a full meal. Additionally, they did not bring out the "pitchers" till several hours into the party and not enough to get around 65 people either. The quality of both the food and pitchers disappointed me because the description makes you feel like you are about to indulge in the best food of your life. They have a bar that ran out of glasses at around 9:30 pm. They also have a Dj, who was decent and serve hookah, which was also decent. It was clear that they were severely understaffed because the waiters seemed stressed and the guests, including the birthday girl at some point had to help serve the food which is BEYOND ridiculous. All and all, the birthday event was fun, but solely because of the people there and because we always make the best of everything. Unfortunately, though this was my first experience, this will also be my last. The lack of preparation for an event that was discussed a month ago tells me all I need to know. I wish them the best though! read more

- The staff were rude judgmental people, didnt know how to treat us. - Went there for birthday party most of us were underage whispering to each other like we didnt hear them. - service was bad, server wasn't professional, he left us alone for a good 10 mins; when were waiting to order. It wasn't busy - the bill was incorrect overcharging us, included tip which the server didnt deserve - Awful experience and hope they stay out of business :) read more

Girls night out. We had a great time and truly enjoyed ourselves FOOD: 5/5 EXPERIENCE: 5/5 MUSIC: 4/5 HOOKAH: 5/5 PRICE: $$ read more

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I hosted a very special friend of mine Birthday event here and I was extremely impressed by my experience, the place speaks for itself because it is well designed and gorgeous inside. The service leading up to the day from the time I booked the venue was impeccable. Every question I had was answered with details. The actual day of the event, the managers were helpful and accommodating, and the waiter that was in charge of our table, very experienced, SUPER friendly and was attentive the entire time. The food was delicious (the steak was my fav), the DJ was on point, he made my friend feel super special and the music was hitting. I hands down would recommend this place and will definitely be back. :-) read more

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The ambiance is beautiful. They played Latin music. Great for dinner with friends or a romantic dinner with your partner. Good is reasonably priced and taste good. They also did a good job giving my hubby a birthday shout out. read more

Capicu Restaurant - Inside seating - Latin American Near Me - Hauppauge, New York

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I came here for a private event as this was my first time being here I thought it was a spacious place. The bar barely had liquor on the shelves as this was a sign that they were not prepared for the event. They used all kinds of different size glass wear for some of the same drinks which didn't make much sense. It was a cash bar and when I ordered two drinks the guy disappeared and made my drinks under the bar. Of course I told him that he was not supposed to do that ever and my drink tasted like just juice my friend and I both agreed. The food was made into a buffet style they served all the food on appetizer plates one server having a difficult time serving everyone. I only can eat seafood so I have the ceviche with chips which was ok. Later I had 3 pieces of shrimp which was ok, rice which was hard. I asked someone who has been there for dinner how it was and they didn't give me good feedback. read more

Went here for a party. Place is ok. Very loud music. You have to scream to talk to people. They have a dj. Not my type of crowd. Bathroom was a mess. Food was eh. It's too dark to see if the chicken wings all cooked thru but probably not. read more

Where do I begin , I went here for a 60th birthday celebration for my best friend's mom . I arrived at 6, we ordered our food at 7:30 and by 10:30 we didn't receive any food ! I understand we had a large group and it was three parties in my section occurring but to not even bring out the appetizers is INSANE! The server was nice and he apologized but still it wasn't enough for me to patronize this business again . During our wait we was offered hookah, which was good and the bar was open but still how can we enjoy the drinks on an empty stomach ? Would I return to this place? Definitely not I came from Queens , and didn't eat . Everyone at my table had to go to Applebees , since our food never came out . read more

Capicu is always a fav. I usually come go a Thursday night. For a chill vibe with friends. And grab drinks and hookah. This week I went last night (a Friday) for a friends birthday. We had some appetizers and drinks. The birthday girl had the salmon w/ rice and beans. The atmosphere is always amazing. Music was great. We finished off the night w/wine and hookah. I can't remember our waiters name, but he was amazing.... And he even I lit our candle at thtable when I asked him to read more

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Food was amazing . Had the trio of steak lobster and shrimps and it was amazing ! Fun vibe good music , it's a little overpriced for the drinks and the services is slow. Friday night was Very busy I saw maybe 3 waiters but they had a bunch of hookah ppl and so much security. Security is a bit aggressive for a restaurant. I would try it again read more

Had a great dinner here with my wife , my first time here . Speedy service, good drinks ( la isla Bonita was delicious) and great flavored food . Will return soon for a late night to dance read more

Capicu Restaurant - Latin American Near Me - Hauppauge, New York

Horrible establishment. I went there with my wife around brunch time . As I entered the restaurant there was a security guard checking Identification. I took out my wallet and the security guard noticed my law enforcement credentials. I took out my drivers license and handed it to the security guard . He then said that he needed to pat-frisk me prior to entering the restaurant. I explained that I was off duty and was carrying a personal protection firearm as I am legally allowed to in all fifty states . I was told by the security guard to leave my personal firearm in my car . I respectfully declined and honored the establishment request I not enter with my Legally personal protection firearm. I was told I can back . I declined NO WAY I WANT TO EAT IN A PLACE WHERE I HAVE TO GET PAT FRISKED TO EAT DINNER WITH MY WIFE . I was perplexed as to how an establishment that requires a pat-frisk to enter you have an anti law enforcement approach ... I prefer to eat where I feel safe . read more

Visited Capicu earlier this evening and everything was great besides the food service. Our party of 7 all ordered food and my food was the only one that they forget about. I understand that it was busy and they weren't able to prepare it fast enough but it's all about communication and letting the hungry customer know that it's going to take a little bit. What's worse was that I had to ask our waiter about the food because when everyone received their food, I had to ask the waiter about mine and so he told me that they were busy in the back and they're making it now. But, I ordered the "El Chuchasco Churrasco" which was their marinated steak. I have to say that everything was delicious but the wait was too long. Definitely have to work on that. It was a great evening either way. read more

Been here once before and had a great time. Today we came back for a friends birthday. Started off a little unexpected since the dj didn't go on til about 7:45 but the night turned around when Jeff came over and hooked us up. I do recommend coming here. Once the party got started we had a great time. Music was good and food/hookah was good too. read more

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Went on a Sunday evening. Place was pretty much empty aside from a Quinceañera party going on. They have a limited menu. There was water dripping down to a bucket on the floor next to our table. Music was way too loud and not pleasant. Definitely not a family friendly environment. Food took way too long to come considering we were the only patrons at the time. Employees were drinking alcohol and smoking hookah. I would not return. read more

After reading the reviews for this place I really didn't know what to expect but it was surprisingly a good experience. We came to celebrate friend's birthday and we were about an hour late to our reservation but thankfully they were able to seat us. The main thing that stood out was the super fun vibe here, they have a DJ, hookah and it seems like everyone was celebrating a birthday. Our server and all of the staff we interacted with were very attentive and super friendly. To start we ordered the maduro and tostones montados, both were very good. I ordered the salmon al ajillo and it was a bit overcooked but still very tasty. My only complaint was that I was not a fan of the drinks, first I ordered the Isla Bonita and I didn't like it at all. I'm very picky about drinks in general so my expectations are higher than most. I was also not impressed with the mojito or margarita but it was better than the Isla Bonita. The tres leches was just ok. I would definitely come back because we had such a great time! read more

If I could rate this place 0 stars, I would. I went there on Friday night with my friend. We were excited to go there as it was our first time checking out this place. After the experience we had there, we will never return! If you want the most realistic review, brace yourselves because I will tell you everything that happened from the moment we stepped in through the doors until the event that led us to getting kicked out. When we got there, we were greeted by about 5 bouncers just hanging out while we showed them our IDs to get in. The vibe was great, the DJ was amazing. It seemed more like a lounge vibe without the dance floor instead of a typical restaurant. When we sat down, we were approached by the Hookah dude. We immediately ordered a Hookah. It was $40. It was horrible quality and it died quickly, and they don't do coal changes which then you would order a refill for $25. Extremely overpriced for a hookah that didn't even last. I've been to plenty of Hookah spots, and they always change the coal without even having to pay for a refill. When the waitress came to take our order, she immediately asked for a credit card which I thought was sus because you always pay when you ask for the check, not before. So, I gave her my card and we proceeded to order appetizers and a cocktail. The drinks were good, but the food tasted like they just heated it up in the microwave. We ordered wings, tacos and tostones. For a Latin American restaurant, I expected better. We ordered another round of cocktails after we ate and ordered a refill for the Hookah because it lasted like 20 mins, not even. My friend and I then went to go to the restroom because in all honesty, I felt nauseous. Now before I continue my story, just to let everyone know I'm the type of girl to drink tequila on the rocks and smoke Hookah all night and not feel queasy. At this point, we both had a drink and a half. After I used the restroom, I was washing my hands until suddenly, my legs gave out and I passed out. I thought I was going to have a seizure or something, but I couldn't get up. The bouncers had to come in and take me outside for some fresh air and drink some water. Now I don't have any underlying medical conditions and I'm perfectly healthy. What I experienced was scary! I asked my friend how long I was down, and she said about 10 mins. When my friend and I were outside while one of the bouncers was watching over me, the waitress came outside to have me sign for the check. We never asked for the check, and she swiped my card anyways. Which now it makes sense while I had to put my card down before we even ordered. Once I was starting to feel better and could walk on my own without assistance, we went back inside. They gave away our table without us finishing our drinks or smoking the hookah we just refilled. I was still trying to process what happened and my friend was asking the bouncers for a refund for the drinks we didn't finish and for the refill on the Hookah. They weren't budging. We were chilling by the bar, not drinking or anything because we refused to give them another cent when they basically stole our money. We were just vibing to the music, which honestly was the only good part of this place. Then suddenly, the bouncers asked us to leave. When I asked for the reason, they couldn't give us one. They just kept asking us to leave. At this point they were just going back and forth with us about leaving and we weren't budging. If they gave us our money back, we would have left peacefully. Since they didn't give us a reason, I told them if they want me to leave, they would have to pick me up and carry me out in which they did. I'm not a violent person at all, but that led me to kicking and screaming that I would never fucking go back there as I was being carried out for no good reason. Still arguing with the bouncer outside I told them it was their fault that I passed out and straight up accused them that I was drugged or something because I have never had that experience at all! The bouncer admitted that people pass out all the time! THAT IS NOT OK and the fact that he was so nonchalant about it, was even more sus. Clearly there's something wrong with this place and I'm surprised they're still in business. Even called the cops and he didn't even give us the time of day, just said we were cranky. I'm pretty sure the cop is a regular to be called there because the bouncers acted like they already knew him. So again, this place is overpriced for the shitty food and shitty Hookah...go spend your money somewhere else for better quality and where people don't pass out all the time!! read more

We had a reservation Tuesday for 15 my bf's birthday. There was 1 person in the kitchen and the bartender was also the server. Most of us didn't get our food and what did come was wrong. Disappointing experience to say the least. read more

Capicu needs to stick to lunch and Friday happy hour. I just went there today for brunch and we had to leave 2.5 hours later without eating our main course. The restaurant was not packed by any means. Our appetizers came out and we did have endless mimosas and a shot, but that was it. The decor is nice. The music was way too loud for a Sunday brunch. We couldn't hear ourselves speak. There was a large party there for a birthday, they were having a great and dancing. The music was great but the service SÚPER slow. We walked out after waiting 2 hours for our food. read more

Hello, So let me start off by saying I don't really write reviews. However I felt as this place was really overpriced. I came here with about 10 people & they gave us a price per person being 45, 55, or 60. Soon to find out the food kinda tasted like old fish oil. While the waitress also forgot to give the deserts & she rushed to get us the flan after the bill. Then for the bill if y'all are concerned we anticipate a good 600 for the 45 dollar meal + drinks. Then soon to our surprise it came out to about 850 with gratuity being forced of 120 dollars for service we had to keep calling the waitress. Also P.S if you decide to dance there's no dance floors & no body wore masks. I anticipate a certain section blocked off to have people dancing. While the DJ music was hella loud & I had to yell at everyone. With one of the issues was the music would be good one minute & then just change to something completely different the next. Which would mess up the flow. read more

Capicu Restaurant - Latin American Near Me - Hauppauge, New York

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Such a nice vibe, music is great, food is delicious, drinks are good and the staff is super sweet

The food took FOREVER to come out. It actually never came. Spoke w/ the mgr 2x. The hookah ppl are more attentive than the waiter! This is not the first time I've been here and had only overpriced hookah NEVERRRRR AGAIN! The manager tried apologizing but after 30-40 mins of additional waiting it just became too much! Sorry to say but absolutely never again ! read more

I went here because my wife through a surprise get together for me so I had no idea of how this place was. First when I walked in it was clean and very lively especially for a place in long Island. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. We took a while to order but our waiter didn't rush us at all and let us take out time. I Ordered empanadas as an appetizer and man they hit the spot, Well seasoned a slight crunch from the shell and not greasy at all. The DJ played great music from many different genres for everyone to enjoy and even took song request. Had a nice party vibe and again for long Island lol i was perfect. All in all I definitely want to go back to this restaurant, if you haven't been then it's definitely worth a try and if you have been here then u know. read more

Capicu Restaurant - Such a party vibe late nite - Latin American Near Me - Hauppauge, New York

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Awesome place to have a great time. Good food, great service, and very spacious facility!

We been there twice, in the past month. The place doesn't seem to attract much customers. First time we went there in a Saturday it was pretty empty, there were celebrating a wedding and a graduation. Still not much customers. The place is nice, the music is great. The first time we went there the food was great thats why we went back and the service was good, we were taking care of by Justin the iwners son. We went there again on a Wednesday after 6:30, the place was empty not ine single customer besides us. The waitress never gave us her name, didn't offer dessert, i never got my side order. On top of all that, the rice was beyond over done, and i got the wrong order. The manager, we complained and the manager was cery courteous and he gave us a discount and honestly wanted to know our opinion so he can make things better, that was thoughtful of him. Either way we wont go back, we oticed thrat the food is not consistent or the service. read more

The vibe was great. Ceviche was amazing. Waitress took great care of us. Manager Eric was very attentive. read more

Capicu Restaurant - DJ Booth - Latin American Near Me - Hauppauge, New York

I do not know where to start; if I could give a 00 I would give it, the manager is very arrogant, he does not have any kind of professionalism with the client order. I ordered a meal which never came with the excuse that they did not have enough staff. also, with the drink, they did not have the right glasses to serve the the drinks. Please DO NOT eat at this place!! And let me not even start about the waitress. First when she brought the drink it was not the drink we had ordered, that's when she said that there was not enough glasses to serve the drinks. I would not recommend this place to anyone!! read more

Awesome spot, good food n vibe! The host Jeff was awesome and accommodated our party with additional table and complimentary shots! Deff would come hang again at this spot! read more

Capicu Restaurant - Hookah n drinks! - Latin American Near Me - Hauppauge, New York

I had the best night!! Thanks to my server kayla who made my night SO much fun and her service was amazing !! my drinks came so quick, the food was so good and i for sure will be coming back !! read more

The staff is friendly and tries their best but it doesn't cut it. Service here is extremely slow! My reservation was for 7:30pm with a "family style" prefix menu.. @ 11pm we're still here waiting for dessert and for the table to be cleaned away from the entrees which was brought to us at 9:10pm. By this time I should already be home. Not sure if this place is understaffed or what but they really need to get it together. Paying for food and dessert per person for the prefix menu and half the party already left without the rest of the food because it's so late. When I complained to the waitress she stated that it's not under her control and it's the kitchens issue. Completely unacceptable. Manager came and spoke to our group, he was nice... he gave us a discount to smooth everything over but it was already a bad experience. Definitely not coming here again. read more

Has a lot of potential! Beautiful place. Great atmosphere. Amazing music, live DJ. Food was okay. I went there expecting authentic Spanish food, I guess I should have looked at the menu online first, it was pretty basic food items. They gave us 1 menu for 4 people because they "ran out'. The empanadas were amazing and the rice and beans were pretty good. Definitely need to fix the drink menu and make beer and wine list along with better signature cocktails. This kid came to our table asking if we wanted hookah, great idea but his mask was down under his chin while he was talking to us, which was very uncomfortable. He also didn't tell us we had to pay for it in cash.. luckily We had enough cash on us but that was a little awkward. I would only go back if they revamped the food and drink menu and were more strict on COVID regulations. read more

I went here with some friends on a Friday night. The music, hookah, and drinks were both soo tasty and fun! However, I wasn't in love with the food and they had limited vegan options. But I had the yucca fries which were tasty... my friends got the empanadas which were okay. I would deff return just to party! The interior inside was so nice and upscale reminding me of a venue on steinway or in NYC... this is deff what Long Islanders need! read more

This place has a lot of potential but has a lot of competition in the area if they want to continue as a restaurant/lounge. The food is way to bland and looks like something you can order at pollos Mario. The music is way to loud to talk or vibe with company or a date. After being seated my friends and I ordered drinks that took nearly 45 minutes all the while we see owners bartenders taking shots at the bar and people that got there after us getting drinks already (friends of the owners it seems) had ordered and gotten drinks before us. The only person that seems adamant bout his job is the hookah guy who ask you if you want to order one as soon as you're seated. I just wish he could bring appetizers with it as well. If you're hungry prepare to wait for the food even longer. The food looks good but the taste isn't there. (almost 2 hours wait) the staff is way to young and unprofessional and definitely haven't been properly trained. The restaurant itself is beautiful inside it has been nicely remodeled but the location is in the hauppauge industrial area which isn't really to inviting. There isn't any windows or outside seating areas. This place operates basically as its predecessor which was night clubs back then with bad history of violence and it seems like it wants to get back to that badly. Just seems like a club where people eat at. There isn't any social distancing or mask rules really going on. I don't think I'd go back there for dinner. Maybe a drink at the bar somewhere down the line but how they revamped the inside of this location they have to do to the entire staff from management down. read more

Capicu Restaurant - Latin American Near Me - Hauppauge, New York

Love this place! The atmosphere is awesome and the service is exceptional! I ordered the surf and turf and it was delicious. Can't wait to go back! read more

Best restaurant and club in Long Island !! Highest recommend! Good music and great food !! read more

Capicu Restaurant - people sitting at tables and a chandelier - Latin American Near Me - Hauppauge, New York

Wow I had the best experiance at this spot Jeff lopez was the person who reserved my birthday and wow the Stafff? SUPER NICE OUR SERVER/HOST CHRIS amazing! I will def. Come backkkkk the food taste amazing and unlimited mimosas 1 to 4pm check them out! Xo read more

Capicu Restaurant - Latin American Near Me - Hauppauge, New York

Great experience, drinks, food, music was on point. Tino & TJ we're great

Very disappointed after second visit. First time I went with several friends and we had a great time. Seemed like a trendy place offering the NYC nighttime club restaurant scene but in LI. I thought this would be a great place to take the wife. Recommended it to her. Told her how great it was and mentioned we should bring our friends there. We made reservations this past Saturday. Bouncers only pat me down and let the wife through. No problem. We get there and the place was not packed. Still reservations didn't seem to matter, because they sat us at the bar area seats. Said they didn't have two seater tables, even though we literally watch them make a two seater table in the main area right in front of us. No problem. They want a card to hold, because even though we had reservations we are at the bar area seats and that's what they do. No problem. We order steak and lobster. They don't have lobster. On the weekend? That's a first. No problem. Substitute lobster with chicken. Hopefully they don't charge the steak and lobster price. More on that later. We decide appetizers and steak and lobster are enough for both us, so ask the waitress to cancel the fajita order. Waitress comes with steak, chicken and fajitas we asked her to cancel. No problem. We get the check. Oh look they charged us the steak and lobster price for the steak and chicken they gave us and they even include gratuity for just two people. Problem. Big problem actually. Low class. Makes the entire experience insulting and made for an embarrassing situation with my wife. I could look past all the other issues but now to charge gratuity? After second class treatment? Insulting. My wife is used to fine things and I treat her to nice dinners and tip extremely well. Matter of fact i left a nice tip on top of the gratuity as a thank you for letting us know you don't want us as customers. No problem. This just adds up to a bad experience for good tippers. read more