By far our favorite dining experience on the Amalfi Coast. We were staying around the corner at Hotel Marincanto for our honeymoon and decided to try this place based on its great reviews. From the second we walked in, everything was exceptional. We were greeted with open arms and treated like royalty. The service was incredible and the sommelier knew exactly which wines and champagne would pair well with the dishes we ordered. We had the best red and white wines either of us have ever tasted and the champagne was incredible as well. We chose to go with the menu option which was a fixed rate of 85€ per head and we received 6 of the most delicious Chef's selections including a trio of gazpacho soup, lemon ricotta crostini and lightly fried eggplant. Round 2 was the largest and freshest oysters which were very briny and flavorful. Round 3 was seared tuna with endives which was so tender. Round 4 was some of the juiciest slices of beef carpaccio with diced peppers. Round 5 was a refreshing risotto with zucchini crisps, and round 6 was a huge piece of salted cod that was encased in what looked like charcoal but was amazing. We would be here every night if we were local! Oh and how could I forget dessert? They brought us lemon sorbet to refresh our palates and that was followed by creme brûlée with a raspberry sorbet which was to die for!!! Last but not least the brought out some pastries with a delicious piece chocolate. Everything was heavenly. read more

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Steven and I had such a special dinner at Casa Mele each course building upon the last into a beautiful meal. We shared a perfect bottle of wine that was so kindly suggested by our waiter. Chef Raffale, thank you for sharing your cooking with us! I absolutely love that you are offering such a special dining experience in Positano! I can't wait to come back :) read more

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Great little spot with an open kitchen. I tried the prefix menu and one item I was not crazy about. They were more than happy to make sure I was happy. The host made our night. We ask him sit with us and we really enjoyed our dinner and conversation. We also met the owner and chef they were delightful... a prefect end to a great evening. Only reason why I didn't give it 5 stars was only I think the menu was great but limited. It should not deter you. I got the impression they would accommodate ur request if they are able too. Ciao! read more

I will start out by saying that if you are a picky eater, then this 4 star rating will make sense to you. The food here is absolutely amazing - everything I ate was delicious - but there is very limited choice. In fact, there are only about 20 or so food items on the entire menu, only 6 or 7 of which were entrees. Regardless, if you're open to trying something new and creative, you will 100% enjoy it. All four of us had absolutely no complaints about our food. I recommend this place. read more

Casa Mele - Open kitchen with hard-working staff. You can see how much care and love they put into each dish. - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Positano, SA

Had the opportunity to visit the restaurant off hours for a cooking class. Chef Raffaele was awesome! Very cool guy, down to earth and made the cooking lessons easy to follow for everyday dishes. The food was amazing. I did not get to try their regular menu but if the simple stuff was great I can't imagine what the regular menu brings to your tastebuds. Definitely stop by if you are in Positano. read more

Probably our most delicious (and expensive) meal we had in Italy. I wanted to avoid these types of restaurants because if you're going to a chef tasting restaurant where it'll end up being $100+ a person my thought is you're gonna get good food anywhere. However, after spending a week of eating nothing but pizza and pasta, it was definitely a welcome change. Of course as expected their dishes were all amazing and presented well. Wine list is on an Ipad which was cool. We left stuffed and I eat a lot. If you want a nice meal while in Positano Id suggest making a reservation here since you prob won't get one at La Sirenuse read more

Everything was fantastic! The atmosphere, the service, the food, the open kitchen...everything! Best experience we've had in Italy! This is a must do! "Eating is a necessity, eating intelligently is an art!" read more

Did the cooking class and hate to be the party pooper but it just ok, the "hands on" consisted on cutting tomatoes and vegetables and running pasta dough through the pasta machine. The dinner was very rushed and loaded with butter. The staff was nice and the kitchen and restaurant is very smart looking. read more

It was small modern deco restaurant right up on the street from our hotel. I had 6 course tasting menu. Tuna tartar was delicious and mozzarella cheese was excellent. Pasta with seafood, wish my pasta cooked bit more but probably this al Dante is how Italian enjoys the pasta. My main was beef cutlet which was ok. 6 different salt was bit overwhelming but taste was good. Desert was great. My BF order fusilli with lamb ragu was great. His main course was three different styles of pork surprisingly good. Jar full of candies put smile on my BF's face. We think it was pretty good value as well. read more

Excellent restaurant. My husband had the prix fixed menu paired with wines, it was awesome. My fish as cooked to perfection and the appetizer was wonderful. The waitstaff was very wonderful. Our hotel had made our reservation and they greeted us with warmth and a good table. They presented a complimentary hors d'oeuvre and limoncello to cap off the night. I would go here for sure, could be romantic too, we were with my daughter and her boyfriend and they enjoyed their food very much. read more

Amidst a sea of delicious local food, Casa Mele is the hidden gem. On my first night in Positano, I was fortunate enough to have received a recommendation to visit the small and intimate restaurant as an introduction to the town. It still hasn't been matched. Located on the eastern hill, it is an easy walk from anywhere and worth every bit of it. The interior is very contemporary in contrast to everywhere I've been so far in the area. Open kitchens, with food prepared right in front of you, and friendly staff. The food was incredible. They believe in simplicity and the food seems to melt in your mouth. The specials change as well based on what they've found fresh at the markets that day. I was also able to return a few days later for a cooking class with head chef Raffaele, which was incredible. With his expert guidance, we prepared a meal nothing short of what he would serve himself: fried & ricotta stuffed zucchini flowers, handmade ravioli (the best I've ever tasted), fresh sea bass steamed with local vegetables, and an oozing chocolate lava cake to finish. I highly recommend his class for anyone interested in the culinary arts! For anyone looking for the best food Positano has to offer, check out Casa Mele. read more

Chef Rafaelle has created a real gem with Casa Mele. In addition to dining there, we also had the privilege of having a personal cooking class with Chef Rafaelle. From the moment you enter you know you are someplace special. In addition to outstanding melt-in-your-mouth food, the ambiance is contemporary, and the wait staff welcoming. The restaurant is located very close to Le Sirineuse and is easy to reach in Positano. If you haven't tried Casa Mele you really must, and tell all your friends. You will not be disappointed!!!! read more

The tasting menu was out of this world! We were fortunate to sit right next to open kitchen and watch the chef prepare each dish seemingly effortlessly. We had the tasting menu with the wine pairing and highly recommend it! From the fresh pasta courses, risotto, fish and meat pairings - all cooked to perfection with the really quirky ending (won't spoil it) of the meal made for a fun night! While you lose the view of Positano, watching the chef and staff in action was just as amazing! read more

The food and service were absolutely exquisite. The best spaghetti we've ever had, and the beef cutlet was out of this world. I would definitely come back. This place is a must! read more

Excellent service and delicious, exquisitely prepared dishes from the home-made breadsticks to the cheese course with wine and pear/wasabi jellies. Extraordinary wine/champagne list for a small restaurant. Pleasing, modern ambiance; although the lighting is a bit bright for a romantic evening. We will definitely be back. read more

I come to Positano every summer and while I love it, I have always found the food pretty mediocre until I found Casa Mele. You feel like you're at home only with far better food. Chef Rafaelle and the kitchen are so creative without being pretentious. Quite simply the BEST meal in Positano read more

Our absolute best meal in Positano! The food is delicious and fresh and the service is wonderful; everyone was super friendly and created a memorable experience. Definitely recommend ! read more

This restaurant with an unassuming exterior is a hidden gem. The service is warm and detail oriented, making it perhaps the best I've ever had. The food is Michelin quality. Chef Mateo's presentation and attention to detail makes each dish a work of art. The food and wine were so good we went back for a second night in a row. Expect to linger as long as you want with all the food you can eat, and then some. I can't say enough good things about Case Mele. Fantastic! read more

Incredible food. They were very generous in giving us some free samplers (before the appetizer and for dessert). Great ambiance and service. Don't hesitate to go... You won't regret it! read more

Modern decor with classic good food. Great food. From the silverware to the coffee cups from the pasta to the fish every detail is perfect. A great find. read more

Very rare to get such fantastic food & service....if you want quality, don't give this place a miss read more

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Amazing restaurant!! I was afraid of the menu at first. Everything was so tasty and beyond anything I've had before. I ordered the spaghetti with tomatoes and asked to add shrimp. Very accommodating and by far the best pasta I have had in Italy. The rest of my party was extremely pleased with the service and the food. A must go while in Positano area. read more

One of the best restaurants of my life. Ordered the seafood pasta with clams and it was delicious. Fish of the day was cooked to perfection as well. Much better than most Michelin star restaurants that I have tried. read more

We love this restaurant. We initially took a cooking class at this restaurant. We were so impressed with Chef Raffaella that we made a dinner reservation. So glad we did. The restaurant is beautiful, the service is superior and the food is the best I have ever had. My son continues to talk about each course. We enjoyed amazing appetizers of vegetables and beef as well as a complementary sample of appetizers. Our Risotto with Lobster was incredible. We enjoyed delicious sea bass and my sons favorite, three types of pork. The pork was like nothing we have ever eaten. So, so perfect. As full and as happy as we were we still managed to eat dessert. The special of the house made with apples and cream was heavenly. My son enjoyed tiramisu. The Chef sent over an additional three dessert samples, also excellent. The wine was delicious. Dinner took over 2 1/2 hours and we enjoyed every moment. Ask for a table where you can watch the Chef. He and his staff are artist. This restaurant should have a Michelin star! Enjoy. read more