
El Capitano - Pizzeria & Cocktail Bar
A nautical-themed pizzeria and cocktail bar in Noosa, famous for 72-hour fermented sourdough pizzas and bespoke cocktails.

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El Capitano - Pizzeria & Cocktail Bar

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A nautical-themed pizzeria and cocktail bar in Noosa, famous for 72-hour fermented sourdough pizzas and bespoke cocktails.
"Experience the magic of old-world pizzas and crafted cocktails at El Capitano, a must-visit on the Sunshine Coast!"
Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended to secure your table, especially during peak times.
Explore Unique Toppings
Don't shy away from creative toppings on their sourdough pizzas, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

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Cuisine
Pizza, Cocktail Bar
Price
Mid-range
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Artisan Sourdough Pizzas
Experience pizzas with a 72-hour fermented sourdough base, topped with fresh, local ingredients. Unique options like Baba Ghanoush base are a must-try.

Crafted Cocktails
Savor expertly mixed cocktails, with special mention for attentive bartenders like Franco and Mauri who craft unique, bespoke drinks.

Friendly & Attentive Service
Enjoy a warm atmosphere with exceptional service. Staff members like Laura and Victor are noted for their attentiveness and genuine smiles.
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Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended to secure your table, especially during peak times.
Explore Unique Toppings
Don't shy away from creative toppings on their sourdough pizzas, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Visit Off-Peak
For a more relaxed experience, consider visiting during less busy hours.
Bar Dining Experience
Sitting at the bar offers a great experience with knowledgeable staff and the ability to order custom cocktails.
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from all over the internet
Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended to secure your table, especially during peak times.
Explore Unique Toppings
Don't shy away from creative toppings on their sourdough pizzas, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Visit Off-Peak
For a more relaxed experience, consider visiting during less busy hours.
Bar Dining Experience
Sitting at the bar offers a great experience with knowledgeable staff and the ability to order custom cocktails.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
El Capitano is celebrated for its exceptional sourdough pizzas with unique, fresh toppings and its vibrant atmosphere. While many praise the incredible food and attentive service, some reviews mention inconsistencies in pizza preparation and occasional long wait times during busy periods. The cocktail bar is also a significant draw, with skilled bartenders.
"Great to see more space at the restaurant NOW!! (They have whole downstairs dining space ) for a relaxing pizza and food experience! Always love their tiramisu—it’s the best! Thanks, and wishing you guys continued success!
Nice to meet the manager Victor!!!"
Ling Du
"Always great to sit at the bar for dinner. Franco had the bar under full control, time for a chat, custom cocktail, instant food orders with amazing knowledge all round.
Whitebait fitti, perfectly crunchy.
Slow roasted lamb shoulder pizza, tender lamb with all flavours well matched. Organic sourdough base, delish.
Awesome place."
Mery
"I have eaten here a few times always having the gamberi pizza and tonight was no exception . I ordered the gamberi pizza again and sadly it was inedible. It was so soggy and watery with way too much tomato sauce and way too much confit garlic. It went back to the kitchen almost untouched. Sorry guys but it was a disappointment to say the least."
Ivan Defranceski
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Frequently Asked Questions
The pizzas feature a 72-hour fermented sourdough base made with organic flour and are topped with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Yes, El Capitano offers several vegan pizza options and also provides vegan cheese and vegan sides.
It is highly recommended to make a reservation to guarantee a table, especially during busy periods.
They offer a wide selection of cocktails, with knowledgeable bartenders, as well as natural and organic wines and craft beers.
Yes, you can find unique toppings like Baba Ghanoush base, slow-roasted lamb shoulder, and vegan butternut options.
The restaurant is noted as being kid-friendly, with patient and nice staff, while maintaining a good atmosphere.
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Noosa’s OG pizzeria has been firing up slightly chewy, slightly crunchy slabs of goodness on Hastings Street since 2020. El Capitano’s sourdough bases are a 72-hour labour of love, topped with fresh, locally sourced ingredients from the Noosa Farmers Market. There are 12 flavour toppings to play with, ranging from classic Margherita and pepperoni to slow-roasted lamb shoulder, vegan butternut, and a prawn and calamari combo.
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Noosa has some of the best beaches in the world and best restaurants in the country, so it’s not surprising that one their best bars celebrates everything oceanic. They’ve taken the nautical theme to the extreme at El Capitano—anchor motifs and coiled rope dominate—but it totally works. Don’t leave without getting intimate with their sourdough pizza menu.
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Well-known for it’s 72-hour fermented sourdough pizzas and perfect location a stone’s throw from Noosa Main Beach, El Capitano offers the incredible ‘Vegan Butternut’ pizza with pumpkin purée, cauliflower, spiced chickpeas, aubergine tahini, onion jam, coriander & vegan cheese. In fact, all of the pizzas come with vegan cheese & they also do epic vegan sides like the green apple slaw with vegan mayo. Best of all, you have to try their vegan strawberry coconut sundae with coconut icecream, strawberry coulis, fresh fruit & nut crunch.
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Old world pizzas and cocktails for new age sailors is what you’ll find if you make your way upstairs to El Captaino Pizzeria & Bar. Enjoy a wide selection of pizzas, all with a sourdough base made with fresh milled Australian certified organic flour and which has been fermented for 72-hours and hand stretched to order - the result is a beautiful old-world style pizza base with just the right amount of chew, crust and crumb. Beyond the base, pizzas are topped with the freshest, locally sourced vegetables, meat and seafood.
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El Capitano might not have the upscale elegance of Locale, but this quirky pizzeria makes up for it with panache and downright delicious pizza. With a focus on Old World pizza-making methods and fresh, Noosa-sourced ingredients, visiting El Capitano is a great way to turn the volume up for your tastebuds. Kick things off with grilled tiger prawn and octopus tentacle entrées – we think they go nicely with an organic white or one of the restaurant’s bespoke tropical cocktails.
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You’ll be wooed inside by the nautical-cool decor, chilled tunes and breezy, beachy vibes but you’ll stay for the pizza at El Capitano. You’ll be hard-pressed to find a better slice in town, especially when it comes to their organic sourdough base that’s been through a 72-hour fermentation process. The slow natural leavening gives the dough its unique flavour and makes the crumb slightly chewy, slightly crunchy and slightly sweet.
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For good food and quirky cool head to Hastings Street’s newest restaurant, El Capitano. From the team behind Noosa’s famous Cafe Le Monde, the nautical-style specialist pizza bar entices guests to its first floor location via a port-inspired entrance and leafy, tropical walkway. Don’t let El Capitano’s light-hearted approach fool you – this restaurant is serious about food and serves 72-hour fermented sourdough pizza bases.
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A hidden gem that's filled with locals in the know, El Capitano is the place to go with a group of friends keen to unwind over a few drinks and pizza to share. Their extensive drinks list features natural, organic and skin contact wines (with minimal intervention), craft beers, bespoke spirits and an original cocktail list with all tinctures made in house to create a truly one of a kind “El Capitano” experience.
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If the hype about El Capitano doesn’t tempt you, the gentle scent of their flaming hot pizzas sure will!. During your stay at Ocean Breeze Resort, you may be enticed by the smell of their famous wood-fired creations baking in our resort surrounds. Follow your nose for quality Italian favourites, which are prepared on organic sourdough bases and topped with delicacies from producers in and around Noosa.
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If pizza is your thing, then look no further than El Capitano, Noosa’s coolest pizza joint. Mosey on in with your mates after a day at the beach and prepare yourself for mouthwatering plates of handcrafted meats and mozzarella, 72-hour fermented sourdough pizzas and all the Aperol spritz your heart desires. Top it all off with a spiced mango daquiri and some blood orange gelato for the ultimate treat.
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Pizza is a favourite casual lunch go-to, and the team at El Capitano take the art of pizza-making to the next level. Using the time-tested technique of fermenting freshly milled organic sourdough for 72 hours, they’ve perfected that chewy yet crispy texture (with a slightly sweet undertone) that pizza lovers go mad for – and this includes the vegan and gluten-free options.
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You’ll be wooed inside by the nautical-cool decor, chilled tunes and breezy, beachy vibes but you’ll stay for the pizza at El Capitano. You’ll be hard-pressed to find a better slice in town, especially when it comes to their organic sourdough base (that’s been through a 72-hour fermentation process). They also host their popular “Hump Day” sessions on – you guessed it!
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Trendy nautical vibes abound at El Capitano in Noosa’s iconic Hastings Street. You’ll find this fabulous bustling Italian restaurant upstairs off the street, brimming with a friendly charm and plenty of good food on offer. A key point of difference at El Capitano is its famous organic 72-hour fermented sourdough pizza bases.
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Located above Café Le Monde, through the laneway entry and upstairs is El Capitano. Here you can fill up on seriously delicious pizza with gluten free and vegan options, so no one misses out!. Choose from a natural, local selection of drinks including organic wine, craft beer, bespoke cocktails or sample a unique cocktail.
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Pair beach walks and El Capitano and you’ve got the perfect Noosa day. This fine bistro is trusted for its take on old world pizzas, made using certified organic fresh milled flour, filtered water, sea salt and a 72hour fermentation process. Plus, it has just about as many cocktails as Noosa Main Beach has grains of sand.
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A luxurious-looking pizza and cocktail restaurant located on Hastings Street, the upstairs locale serves organic sourdough pizzas with bases fermented for 72 hours, topped with locally sourced ingredients like fresh seafood, vegetables and fior di latte.
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Right in the heart of Hastings Street, this place has serious charm. Think dim lighting, nautical vibes, and a buzzy, always-happening atmosphere, perfect for date night. But let’s get to the main event: the pizza.
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El Capitano — A lively pizzeria and bar featuring organic sourdough bases by Noosa’s Tanglewood Bakery. Check their website for live music.

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