Caffe Positano

Mark W. Craven

Very nice restaurant. Well decorated, colorful, and very clean. The four staff members, including the waitress that I talked with we're very helpful and cordial. I arrived late and had a little less than an hour before closing. I ordered a Greek salad with shrimp, thinking that I would be able to finish that before 10pm. Ha, it was huge and I was still eating a couple of minutes before 10 o'clock. I mentioned that to the waitress and suggested a to-go box, but she said to take all the time I needed and enjoy my salad, no rush. That was one of the best Greek salads I believe I've ever had. I have a couple days left in Florida before traveling north. I intend to eat at least one more meal at this Cafe Pasitano before continuing my travels.

Lianna Romero

My family and I can’t thank the owner Pasquale enough for his kindness and generosity towards us during a tough time. Not only that, but the service at the restaurant was excellent and the food and drinks were delicious. This is a place that we agree we will be returning to again and again.

Lorena Mejia

We enjoy our plate of pasta. They food was delicious and very well served.

Xiomara! Xiomara

The atmosphere was beautiful, the food was absolutely delicious, and the service was even better. Thank you Pasquale for your kindness, hospitality, and the way you make everyone feel welcomed. We appreciate the time you took to check on us and make sure everything was perfect. That meant a lot.

Taylor Nielson

Dearest Pasquale, For over 15 years, Cafe Positanos has held a special place in our hearts, becoming a cherished part of our family's traditions. As I sit down to write this long-overdue review, I am filled with gratitude for the warmth, hospitality, and delectable Italian cuisine you have consistently provided us throughout the years. The moment we step through the doors of Cafe Positanos, we are greeted by your enthusiastic "Ciao Bella!" which instantly makes us feel at home. Your genuine care for your customers is evident in every interaction, and it's heartwarming to see the dedication you put into making each visit memorable. The food at Cafe Positanos is nothing short of divine, with an extensive menu featuring dishes that are simply too delicious to resist. From rich, flavorful pastas to savory, mouth-watering entrees, each meal is prepared with the utmost care, showcasing the authenticity and passion that make Italian cuisine so remarkable. I would be remiss not to mention the unforgettable experience you provided when you allowed us to hold our engagement photoshoot in your restaurant. The warmth and charm of Cafe Positanos created the perfect backdrop for our special occasion, and your graciousness in allowing us to create beautiful mementos that we will remember forever. Grazie mille for the countless memories and scrumptious meals – we look forward to many more years of "Ciao Bellas" and delightful dining experiences with you and your exceptional team. Taylor & Joey

C F

Delicious lunch here today. Service was exceptional too. First time here and already planning return visit. Very very good pizza. Husband enjoyed his veal entree and really loved the fresh vegetable side. I enjoyed the manicotti, which had a delicious tomato sauce. The complimentary bread was yummy! (Forgot to take a pic of this ☹️.

Wendy Silva

I have been to this lovely restaurant a handful of times and I always order the same thing: Eggplant Parmigiana 😇 so please, don’t try to convince me to order anything else. We did order pizza because why not? And also the Pasta Roberto who our wonderful waiter Robert recommended 😂😂😂 I would eat here again! 🤩

Kristina Cienfuegos

Food as always was delicious. I had a Cannoli Martini which just happens not to be on the menu but phenomenal tasting! Service fantastic and very attentive . Thank you again for the great experience.

D “Alex” H

I had forgotten to take the picture of the main entree however, both of us ate everything on the plate. Atmosphere was great. Service was outstanding. Ambiance was also really good. It's a great deal for the lunch late lunch crowd as this will be my go-to place for that. Highly recommend I will be back. Update: 06/11/24 - first the service food and atmosphere remain the same as we go to this location at least twice a month for the past several months. Still receives five stars in every category. On this trip we did thank the owner for the generous offer for a free drink but refuse due to ethics standards for myself.

Elise Perez

The food was excellent and delicious! Was looking forward to pizza and was highly satisfied. Also ordered the gnocchi alla sorrentina, it was steaming hot, cheesy, and delicious. Our hostess Brandee was funny, considerate, and welcoming! Amazing employee! Amazing time here.

My first time going to caffe positano and it did not disappoint. Food was spectacular and the service was just top notch. Ashlynn was our server and she was just amazing. She was very attentive and made us laugh a bunch. Definitely will be returning!

We love this place! Best Italian food hands down! Owner and staff are great! We celebrate all our birthdays, graduations, mothers day, all events here!!! Highly recommend to anyone looking for some yummy Italian food and great service!

Just dined in a couple weeks ago and I have to say, my children and I had a GREAT time!! I’m gluten free and our server, Ashlynn, made sure to accommodate me greatly!! She truly was a gem! Her personality and thoughtfulness really made the night enjoyable! I would recommend to anyone!!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Unforgettable 50th Birthday Celebration at Café Positano in Apopka! We recently celebrated my husband’s 50th birthday at Café Positano in Apopka, and it was absolutely perfect! The setup was beautifully arranged for our party of 100, and the staff went above and beyond to make everything seamless. From the moment we arrived, their professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail made the evening feel truly special. The food was exceptional every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully served. Our guests couldn’t stop complimenting the amazing service and the inviting atmosphere. A huge thank-you to the entire Café Positano team for making such a milestone celebration so memorable. You turned a special night into an unforgettable experience!

Tyler Bridge

Stopped in for a work service visit and ended up having one of the best experiences I’ve had in a long time. The staff treated me like family. They handed me an incredible cappuccino and some unbelievable meatballs while I was working. Their hospitality was way above and beyond, and it honestly stuck with me the rest of the day. I told my wife we have to come back for dinner because now I can’t stop thinking about trying their pizza. Fantastic people, fantastic food, and a place I can’t wait to bring my family to.

Tony C

Phenomenal dinner it's an understatement. My wife and I are in town for the evening and we went out for Italian dinner. It is a Friday night and the place is busy including a large party in their back room. However after a few minutes of waiting one of the owners approached us and had a friendly conversation with us. A few moments passed and he was back to show us to a table in the back. Anthony (owner), Tony (server) and Maddie (server) treated us like family. We were very impressed and the food was outstanding. We will be back in spite of the fact we are an hour away. THANK YOU.

John White

I ordered takeout got a pepperoni calzon, kids fettuccine alfredo, and penne with vodka sauce and a side ceaser salad the dinner plates came with rolls. The service was friendly both in person and over the phone and the food was great whole family really enjoyed the food. Great spot we'll definitely be back.

Liz Stone

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Unforgettable 50th Birthday Celebration at Café Positano in Apopka! We recently celebrated my husband’s 50th birthday at Café Positano in Apopka, and it was absolutely perfect! The setup was beautifully arranged for our party of 100, and the staff went above and beyond to make everything seamless. From the moment we arrived, their professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail made the evening feel truly special. The food was exceptional every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully served. Our guests couldn’t stop complimenting the amazing service and the inviting atmosphere. A huge thank-you to the entire Café Positano team for making such a milestone celebration so memorable. You turned a special night into an unforgettable experience!

Absolutely love the gnocchi here. Best I've ever had. We usually come here for family birthday dinners because all the food has been delicious and also a good beer and wine selection.

Absolutely love the gnocchi here. Best I've ever had. We usually come here for family birthday dinners because all the food has been delicious and also a good beer and wine selection.

Wow, i cannot believe i would pass this place for years before trying them out! \nWe were craving REAL Italian food and I found this place only 3 minutes from home. As soon as we walked in everyone w…

Wow, i cannot believe i would pass this place for years before trying them out! \nWe were craving REAL italian food and I found this place only 3 minutes from home. As soon as we walked in everyo…

The way hometown restaurants should be ... the pizza was amazing and the owner treated me like family. Had the pepperoni and green pepper and the crust was one of a kind. Paired it with an old fash…

We came here for an early dinner. We enjoy this restaurant because our meal is always delicious. The booths are comfortable and service is excellent. We ordered chicken Marsala, chicken francese…

This is a family restaurant where the owner takes time to come by and connect with you. From sitting outside and feeding our dog chicken. food is always delicious and the servers are excellent! hig…

My first time coming to Caffe Positano and was impressed with the food quality and affordability. Family friendly. live music Fridays and Saturdays . Good service. Definitively bringing the famil…

This Restaurant have excellent service and friendly atmosphere. The prices are very reasonable for a full service comfortable but casual dining experience. A very friendly staff and they are extrem…

My sister and I ate at Positano's on the recommendation of a friend. Excellent food and our server (Maddie) was awesome! We had the American stromboli and penne vodka....best we've ever had. And do…

One of our favorite restaurants, but tonight they excelled! New Year’s Eve, we were ordering around 7:30. After ordering one of the specials, the waitress came back to say they just ran out. Ordered …

One of our favorite restaurants, but tonight they excelled! New Year’s Eve, we were ordering around 7:30. After ordering one of the specials, the waitress came back to say they just ran out. Ordere…

That was the best veal I have had. Fork tender. It was the veal mama mia, outstanding. We love the staff, especially Dylan and Antonio. Great place for quality Italian food at reasonable price. Yo…

That was the best veal I have had. Fork tender. It was the veal mama mia, outstanding. We love the staff, especially Dylan and Antonio. Great place for quality italian food at reasonable price. …

My sister and I ate lunch at cafe Positano on the recommendation of a friend. The food was excellent and our server (Maddie) was awesome. I had an American stromboli and my sister had penne vodka…

Excellent atmosphere and delicious food. We went for late lunch as we were in the area doe the day . Owner was wonderful— checking on us continuously . We will definitely be back !!

This place was perfect for our family. The staff was very nice and patient with our demanding crew. The food was delicious! My husband and I few bites of the kids’ chicken Alfredo and chicken pa…

The food is authentic Italian, made to order, large portions, priced fairly and delicious. Service was very good. Food runners insured that food was served hot. Everyone in our party of 9 was very…

We loved the pizza! The salad was really good too...it was big! We also got 2 of the carrot cakes. They were quickly devoured when we got back to the hotel.

I was craving Shrimp Alfredo and ordered it to go. The person answering the phone and handling my order was very helpful and had great customer service. The food was delicious, although the shrimp tasted a little mushy inside. I think the next time, I'll ask if they could blacken the shrimp instead. This dish ran me about $27 dollars, which is pretty steep, but they are advertised on the building as "fine italian dining". However, when I walked inside, it resembled a pizza shop. I was expecting a little more for fine dining, but nonetheless, I could see myself splurging here a couple times a year. The BREAD, however, was delicious! I might swing back today for some more.

Miss T.

I was craving Shrimp Alfredo and ordered it to go. The person answering the phone and handling my order was very helpful and had great customer service. The food was delicious, although the shrimp tasted a little mushy inside. I think the next time, I'll ask if they could blacken the shrimp instead. This dish ran me about $27 dollars, which is pretty steep, but they are advertised on the building as "fine italian dining". However, when I walked inside, it resembled a pizza shop. I was expecting a little more for fine dining, but nonetheless, I could see myself splurging here a couple times a year. The BREAD, however, was delicious! I might swing back today for some more.

Went to get a pizza for the second time to give it another chance. Save yourself a visit the pizza crust lacks flavor, we ordered the Roma pizza and it was like a grease pit on top of the chees…

Good service good food and good atmosphere. This place has been around for years and keeps serving up good Italian food for a good price.

Good service good food and good atmosphere. This place has been around for years and keeps serving up good Italian food for a good price.

Good service good food and good atmosphere. This place has been around for years and keeps serving up good Italian food for a good price.

We love Positano! We regularly order pizza and garlic knots and they're typically so good. Consistency has been a bit of an issue lately (since they changed the pizza sizes). The crust has been s…

If you're reading this review, I'll save you time: my reaction to this restaurant is meh and overpriced. \nOverall, the food was bland and not seasoned to bring out much flavor. My spouse ordered a…

Food, service and ambience I love spaghetti with ham the soups are delicious and his manager is a great. The chefs are always very helpful with customers

Ordered takeout from here. Regular pie and a vodka pie. I was very impressed. The Pizza tasted like a NY slice. Its hard to find good pizza and this hit the spot. I am interested in trying more fro…

We always enjoyed our visits to Caffe Positano but this visit will be our last!! We went with friends as a thank you to them, (a party of four ) because we were always very satisfied with the exper…

We REALLY enjoy going to Positano's. Food is always great and service is usually spot on. We chose a Friday night as we hoped to get our favorite waiter who unfortunately was busy with other tables.…

We REALLY enjoy going to Positano's. Food is always great and service is usually spot on. We chose a Friday night as we hoped to get our favorite waiter who unfortunately was busy with other tab…

We REALLY enjoy going to Positano's. food is always great and service is usually spot on. We chose a Friday night as we hoped to get our favorite waiter who unfortunately was busy with other table…

We visited for lunch on a Saturday to use up a gift card we had. We ordered pepperoni pizza and a Greek salad to share between the 4 of us (2 adults, 2 children). The pizza was great, and our …

The food was very good as usual, but service seemed a little slow. When the waitress came by to get our drinks, she said they were short-staffed today. This is actually the second time we've been here on a Saturday afternoon that they said they were short-staffed. The waitress came by to ask if wanted some Parmesan cheese. But then after that, she didn't seem very attentive and I had to ask the owner/ manager to tell the waitress that I wanted a drink refill. He brought it back instead of the waitress. When we were done, we still didn't really see the waitress. We had to ask another waiter to ask our waitress to bring us the check. When she finally brought it, I noticed a "Total (Cash)" and "Total (Non-Cash)" price, with the non-cash price $1.50 more than the cash price! So they're charging customers extra for using a credit card? How many people carry $50 or $75 cash to pay for lunch? I thought merchants accept the credit card fee as a cost of doing business. The waitress brought a credit card machine to the table, so I paid there. I asked her for a printer receipt and she said she'd be right back. After a few minutes, I saw her taking an order at another table. What happened to my receipt? So, needless to say, the food was as good as always, but the service was bad and I don't like getting charged a higher price for using a credit card.

Had a mixed experience eating here. The calamari appetizer was one of the best my wife and I had. The bread was also very good and waiter was nice. I did not like that their special menu for valentines day didn't have prices on them. It ended up being pretty expensive for what I got. The beef braciole was completely flavorless. The pasta that it was served with was sitting in a very watery sauce that didn't stick to the pasta so I was just eating plain pasta noodles. Also the woman who collected our plates after we were done eating, slammed them aggressively for no reason. My wife apologized if we had done something wrong and she didn't respond.

They had a reasonably passable thin crust plain cheese pie We ordered a stromboli which just tasted off and the sauce served with was like a raw canned tomato sauce, I mean it tasted like the can. Didn't try any other dishes as they have a limited selection, certainly not what immusednto in italian cuisine, but in scanning the room some of the other people's dishes looked pretty good. The service was excellent.

John Hoagland

The food was very good as usual, but service seemed a little slow. When the waitress came by to get our drinks, she said they were short-staffed today. This is actually the second time we've been here on a Saturday afternoon that they said they were short-staffed. The waitress came by to ask if wanted some Parmesan cheese. But then after that, she didn't seem very attentive and I had to ask the owner/ manager to tell the waitress that I wanted a drink refill. He brought it back instead of the waitress. When we were done, we still didn't really see the waitress. We had to ask another waiter to ask our waitress to bring us the check. When she finally brought it, I noticed a "Total (Cash)" and "Total (Non-Cash)" price, with the non-cash price $1.50 more than the cash price! So they're charging customers extra for using a credit card? How many people carry $50 or $75 cash to pay for lunch? I thought merchants accept the credit card fee as a cost of doing business. The waitress brought a credit card machine to the table, so I paid there. I asked her for a printer receipt and she said she'd be right back. After a few minutes, I saw her taking an order at another table. What happened to my receipt? So, needless to say, the food was as good as always, but the service was bad and I don't like getting charged a higher price for using a credit card.

David Cardarelli

They had a reasonably passable thin crust plain cheese pie We ordered a stromboli which just tasted off and the sauce served with was like a raw canned tomato sauce, I mean it tasted like the can. Didn't try any other dishes as they have a limited selection, certainly not what immusednto in italian cuisine, but in scanning the room some of the other people's dishes looked pretty good. The service was excellent.

Service was slow at the bar, there was only one bartender. The food was good, but there was a long lapse of time in between my salad and my entrée.\nI know back during Covid and probably a year or tw…

Service was slow at the bar, there was only one bartender. The food was good, but there was a long lapse of time in between my salad and my entrée.\nI know back during Covid and probably a year o…

service was slow at the bar, there was only one bartender. The food was good, but there was a long lapse of time in between my salad and my entrée.\nI know back during Covid and probably a year or …

service seemed a little slow.\n\nThey brought us 3 rolls, as usual, even though there were 2 of us. So, again, why can't we have 2 rolls each? My wife asked for 1 more roll so we could have an even…

My husband and I both ordered chicken francese. Always one of our favorites. Not this time. The chicken breast weren’t coated in the flour and egg mixture. The wonderful lemon flavor was mi…

It looks like my previous review was taken down . family run business making a lot of money but still charging an up charge if you use a debit or credit card – shame on you!! Owner put this in another review We don’t raise the price this year like any other restaurant but we pay 3% and credit card fee so we give a customer mass of a chance to pay cash or a credit card because if I raise the price 5% that will be more than 3% anyway I apologize about the inconvenience.

Food isn't good, tried it twice. Salty the first time had lemon chicken. Second time gave me the wrong soup and didn't tell me that the chicken marsala didn't come with mashed potato's through …

for over 20 year my whole family has been going to caffe positano. I spend an average of $70 each time we go. Sometimes the food was incredible, sometimes its was gross.(example, 3 meals tonight were incredible, one was disgusting, that wasnt edible, wasted money and ended up in trash). My boyfriend was never a fan of this place because either the food was amazing or it wasnt(never consistent). You're staff is unwelcoming and not friendly. you're paying for the experience not just the food. Hospitality isnt what you recieve here

Laura Pasq

for over 20 year my whole family has been going to caffe positano. I spend an average of $70 each time we go. Sometimes the food was incredible, sometimes its was gross.(example, 3 meals tonight were incredible, one was disgusting, that wasnt edible, wasted money and ended up in trash). My boyfriend was never a fan of this place because either the food was amazing or it wasnt(never consistent). You're staff is unwelcoming and not friendly. you're paying for the experience not just the food. Hospitality isnt what you recieve here

D M

Restaurant states Fine Italian dinning, unfortunately my grandmother would be embarrassed if she ever ate at a place like this claiming to be fine Italian dinning. Ordered penne a la vodka with grilled chicken , dish was bland, no flavor and sauce was watery, worst part chicken was FAKE! I had to remove all the fake chicken from the dish. Nothing fresh or fine dinning about this dish! Chicken was chewy and you can tell it was frozen chicken from a bag not fresh made grilled chicken. If I wanted fast food I would not have gone to a place like this that claims to be fine dinning. Pizza crust was nice and thin sauce was ok, cheese a little off my youngest that loves pizza only ate the crust and refused to eat the pizza so that says a lot. People were nice that’s why giving 2⭐️ unfortunately food was not anything amazing to return or refer anyone. Overpriced for a lunch special dish that was 🥴 with fake chicken and a pie. Would not recommend or return.

Chris (Jaxx)

Management has gotten greedy. Charging 3% on all card payments? I've been coming here for years, and this place is always busy. There is no need unless the owner got in bad with their card company or they are greedy. Not convenient stores do this! Congrats on becoming greedy and losing a customer of 30+ years. Plenty of other Italian restaurants around here.