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Capitoline, which has been closed on Cookman Avenue in Asbury Park for five weeks, is scheduled to reopen March 6.
Capitoline restaurant, part of the iconic trio of restaurants known as The Complex, is set to reopen to the public on Wednesday, March 6 showcasing a newly renovated and revitalized event space, cocktail lounge, and dining area.
To better suit the growing needs of the Capitoline customers, communal seating has been upgraded to personal tables, presenting a more intimate setting, ideal for the perfect date night out or a special celebration. Updated HVAC and ventilation systems have also been added, complementing the more focused and mature vision held by Director of Operations, Charlie Interrante and Director of Food & Beverage, Sergio Casal.
“We take ourselves more seriously, and we wanted to see that attitude reflected in our restaurant. We are now presenting the best version of Capitoline, maximizing and utilizing what already is a beautiful space,” Casal said.
More food options like new proteins from the grill have been added to the menu, giving different varieties and more robust options to round out the Italian menu, alongside the Capitoline classics you’ve come to know and. Also, specialty cocktails created by Jennifer Runfola have been added.
A separate menu will be implemented for lunch, expanding weekend options. Continuing to evolve while holding on to its Italian roots, more after-dinner options will also be available.
“In a town filled with options, Capitoline will always be your number one choice, not only to eat but to also grab a cocktail, relax, and enjoy the atmosphere,” Casal said.
While food and drink remain at the forefront, The Basement at Capitoline serves as the connective tissue that brings the entire Complex together. An amalgamation of Loteria, Bond Street, and Capitoline, The Basement has been overhauled, including a fresh coat of paint, to present a more elevated, cocktail-driven lounge experience. Leaning into specialty cocktails and continuously changing craft beers, there will be better cohesion with the upstairs space, presenting a more confident product from top to bottom. Vintage pinball and claw games have been added to make waiting for a table upstairs more enjoyable.
After five weeks of closure, the team at Capitoline, under the current management of Justin Franco and Simon Dick, has been adapting, changing, and supporting all the improvements.
“People have been happy with the previous upgrades we made, and they’re going to be excited to see what we’ve come up with this time. We’re not reinventing the wheel, we’re just upping our game,” Interrante said.
Capitoline will reopen to the public March 6, with updated menus, cocktails, and renovations.
Capitoline is a craft casual restaurant offering rustic Italian fare on Cookman Avenue.
