We were sooo excited about this restaurant after hearing such great reviews. Don't get me wrong, the food and ambiance were wonderful and romantic, but we loved other places more. The food was divine but smaller portions than we would've liked. But, we did not order an appetizer or dessert, and the waiter still brought us tastes of each, "on the house." read more

We came here after the wait at Da Vincenzo was too long. It's a nice, trendy restaurant with impeccable service and cool decor. The food is presented in a pretty way, as befits a fine restaurant. The wine I had - a Pinot Nero - was fantastic, as was a house special appetizer of fried pasta. I enjoyed my lobster fettucelle but for how hefty the price was, I'm not sure it was worth it, because it tasted like food I might get in the United States. Was a bit sad this was the last dinner I had during my trip to Italy. read more

It's true. The best things in life are Simple And NEXT2 makes complicated and phenomenal flavors with simplicity. Every dish was just so beautiful presented, simple in nature, yet some Of the most flavorful dishes I've ever had We went on a nice Michelin tour of Positano and this place is just absolutely perfect. Love the location, while the it lacks the beautiful views that most places have, it makes up for it in the fact that it is some of the best food you'll ever have! We got the catch of the day for two and it happened to be a perfectly cooked sea bass I still can't get this fish out of my head in how well Executed it was in taste and technique. This is perfect for a romantic evening, pre outing dinner or just a nice regular dinner on s beautiful evening out. The ambience was great. And another highlight is the cute dog that comes around d and greets everyone! She is adorable and definitely prob the most well fed Dog of all time! read more

Art. Waiter, Vincenzo, perfect recommendations. Everything was really creative and extremely high quality. Highly recommend. read more

Next 2 - Italian Near Me - Positano, SA

One of the best meals we had in Positano. Flavors are amazing and the ambience is quite nice!

Excellent restaurant in Positano. Great, fresh food and fairly reasonable prices for the area. Service was very friendly as well. It's located a bit higher up the hill so it's more quiet than other restaurants in Positano. The setting is beautiful and it's a very casual, airy vibe. The restaurant is a bit more modern looking than most in Positano and they have a great area for outdoor dining if the weather permits. It was a beautiful night when we were there and there are a few tables with a view of the water. The menu is fantastic. There are so many good things we had a difficult time narrowing it down to what we wanted to order. We started with the scallops and mussels in a spicy tomato broth. A bit different to serve mussels with mashed potatoes, but the flavors were awesome. Highly recommend both of these dishes. We then shared the bell pepper stuffed with pasta, capers, olives, and cheese. It was as good as it sounds and it was surprising light. Also something very different for a pasta dish, which was welcomed since we ate so much pasta in Italy. For entrees we ordered the chicken and the veal roll. Both were good but I loved the veal, very tender and in a great tomato sauce. We had a reasonable bottle of red wine which our server recommended and the bill was about 125 eur. We loved the bright, airy atmosphere here and the fresh food, highly recommend going to Next2. read more

We went to this restaurant based on a recommendation from another restaurant that was booked fully for the evening. It continues the trend of very pricey food in Positano and we honestly didn't think it was a lot better. If anything, it seemed to charge you more for smaller quantity and while it has a trendier upscale feel to it, we found the food a little lacking. I specifically recall though that when we walked up they weren't sure if they could seat us because there were reservations possibly about to show up, yet almost half the restaurant was empty. They ended up seating us but they went about it in the totally wrong way. Saw this happening to other people as they walked up. And of course, do you think the restaurant ever got close to full? No. read more

I agree with the other reviewer. This place has the best food. I highly recommend this place as well. I had the Cannelloni with Ricotta which was the best thing I had in all of Italy and their grilled eggplant are so thinly sliced which melts in your mouth. Also, if you go there late around 10pm, they will still accommodate you. read more

Very good food. Not excellent but very good. Pretentious service on the unfriendly side. Try to tuna tartare caprece.

Next 2 was lovely and probably the best dinner experience we had on our trip. Our concierge recommended it, and I wasn't disappointed. The restaurant is midway up the hill, and the walk offered very nice views. The restaurant itself doesn't have a stellar view but is decorated nicely and comfortably. We started with cocktails that were very tasty-- a version of a G&T and a sparkling limoncello. Next we ordered a bottle of rose, which was a little lighter than most roses we had in Italy. It was very refreshing. For starters, we had the caprese and the veal with tuna sauce. The caprese was perfect. We would have never ordered the veal dish, but the table next to us had it and it looked amazing...and it was. The aioli-like sauce the dish was served over was INSANE. Our entrees were a little lackluster-- I actually switched dishes with my husband. He seemed to enjoy both (ravioli and stuffed shells, I believe), but I found both pastas to be mushy. For dessert, we had a cannoli-like dish. It was delish and very unique. Altogether, Next2 was a beautiful restaurant that presented Italian classics in a unique way. It was a welcome respite from the usual trattoria. read more

Loved it! Went with the whole family and not one of us could complain about what we got. Drinks were great - the server-recommended mojito was especially tasty. Other highlights from our meal included the beef cheeks, the ricotta gnocchi and the grilled octopus. Definitely a great meal. read more

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Seriously was excited to try a Michelin star restaurant in positano Italy. We did not have reservations but the restaurant didn't look busy so we went in for dinner. We decided to order the tasting menu for 2 people and upon ordering the head waiter was very rude, condescending and very judgemental; and assumed we couldn't read English. With an Italian accent he said "that price (80Euro) times 2". We felt discriminated but continued with our dinner since this was considered a Michelin star restaurant. We were not impressed with the food, it seemed below average for a Michelin star and for the price you pay. The only Michelin star they received was for the service which was excellent other than the rude head waiter. I would not recommend nor would return to this restaurant. read more

Our first dinner in Positano and it lived up to expectations. A bit of a hike up the hill from the center of town. Just keep an eye on the crazy drivers. They have a beautiful patio, no real view but great ambience. The kitchen started us with a baked eggplant and mozzarella appetizer. We followed with a sampling of three appetizers. Zucchini blossoms, eggplant Parmesan and a small pizza. The zucchini was amazing. After trying this, I wished we ordered this instead as one was not enough. Even my daughter who has an aversion to zucchini loved it. The blossom stuffed with cheese and laid on bits of pumpkin was so unique and equally good. The eggplant was excellent and the pizza was a bit different-- more like an English muffin style crust. For dinner, I had the Conchiglioni--shells stuffed with bolognese. Never had anything like this and the flavors intertwined nicely. I also sampled the tagliolini. Liked it better than mine actually. Perfect combo of pasta, asparagus, spring onions and tomato confit. For dessert, they brought us a plate of treats which made for the perfect ending to a great meal. Wine list has something for everyone including regional wineries. Service was attentive. read more

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My wife and I just arrived in Positano yesterday and heard good things about Next 2 so decided to head there for our first dinner in this beautiful place. The service and the food were just fine (not great) but would certainly go again. That is until we both woke up in the middle of the night with food poisoning. I will spare all the details but make sure to practice caution going as I write this review from my hotel bed that I haven't been able to leave all day. Such a disappointing way to start a vacation. Not sure what dish is to blame but they provided a complimentary fried fish ball appetizer that the fish appeared under cooked and we all had the beef carpaccio that could have been it as well. read more

This restaurant was recommended to us by the owner of the villa that we stayed in while in Positano. We loved it! We sat outside on a gorgeous summer night. The ambiance was wonderful. The yellow stucco exterior, candles on the table, excellent service and fantastic food! All three of us ordered the Catch of the Day which was red snapper (one of two choices) grilled, deboned at the table and drizzled with a lemon herb mixture. Melt in your mouth!! Also served with fresh vegetables. At the beginning there was an amuse bouche from the chef that was a small bruschetta. Delish! We also ordered, as an appetizer, the stuffed zucchini flower. Light and yummy. Would go back there again in a heart beat. read more

Next 2 - This is the ricotta stuffed zucchini flower. Yum! - Italian Near Me - Positano, SA

Modern decor and creative menus. Definitely, this ristorante is one of the top restaurant in Positano. Do not expect quick service. Relax and enjoy wine or/and conversation between courses. Reservation is highly recommended. read more

Went in for dessert and to try the stuffed zucchini flowers late on a Friday. Received nothing but a haughty and dismissive attitude from the manager. I don't know if it was because of what I was wearing (shorts and a T-shirt) or the fact that I mentioned I was mainly interested in ordering dessert (it was 10 PM). After the third strike of the terrible attitude before I was even able to order, I got frustrated and left. I really hate reviews like this because it doesn't tell you anything about the food but the service was so bad that it ruined what otherwise would have been a lovely ambiance for a nice post-dinner treat. I just expected better from a restaurant that wants to be considered fine dining in this resort town. If the clothes were a problem, I would suggest enforcing a dress code. If you require an entree to be purchased to deserve a seat, please state that on your menu. The waitress was nice, and did tell me that I should feel free to stay and eat dessert. It was too much drama, so I decided to take my business elsewhere. read more

I've been 3 different times by myself and with guests I've never been to a restaurant with worse service! If the food was good it was difficult to remember because you had to get up and flag the server to get anything! read more

This was our first dinner in Italy during our Italian summer vacation and it may have been the best dinner we had. We went after a recommendation from a friend. The service was absolutely top notch, Vincenzo was our waiter and was fantastic. We had no reservation and the beautiful outside area was packed but they were nice enough to get us a spot inside in this really cool wine room. We had delicious wine and for an entree I had the shell shaped pasta stuffed with Bolognaise ragu while by boyfriend had the special of the day which was tuna. The whole experience at this restaurant was fantastic and a great start to our vacation! I definitely recommend visiting while in Positano. read more

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From the moment you walk in, you know you are about to have an amazing dinner. The ambience is beautiful, the staff is attentive, the food was full of wonderful flavors. We enjoyed every one of our dishes, specifically the zucchini fiore appetizers. You must have the desserts that are also amazing! The owner, Carmella, made our dinner even more enjoyable with her entertaining conversation. A must-have in Positano! read more

Next 2 - The delicious Creme Brûlée! - Italian Near Me - Positano, SA

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This place came highly recommended by Yelp, our hotel and locals. It definitely lived up to the hype. It was the best meal of our time in Positano (we had: the stuffed shells-as an appetizer, Chicken (breaded & fried) and Octopus as our meals, Lemon Tart & Chocolate Almond Cake as our dessert). I commented to my husband that I think my Octopus was the best seafood meal I had ever eaten. The vibe, service, complimentary small bites, everything was perfect. read more

If you are feeling homesick for America come here. If you want delicious authentic Italian food, look elsewhere. The portions are American sized and the food is sort of bland. We had 5 people who each ordered 4 courses and every single last thing we ordered except for one dessert was "fine." Good, edible, fresh enough, but not great. This was also probably one of the most expensive meals of our trip, so it was disappointing to say the least. read more

It was my favorite meal in Positano. Excellent food and impeccable. Dined solo. Ordered the squash blossoms which are a must and the octopus. Don't skip this restaurant. read more

Excellent restaurant, one of the best we have been to in Positano. The atmosphere is casual and chic. They have jazz playing for a cool romantic vibe. We had the trio appetizer which I thought was the best thing we had. Such great flavors. read more

Probably one of the best restaurants in Positano. I went with a party of 4 and although it took a while to get our orders taken the waiter was very good. It was a great time the food was fantastic and the wine they recommended was excellent. read more

Our friends recommended Next2 and we had no idea it was so close to our hotel (The Punta Regina). We went for dinner here the first night in Positano and after a disappointing meal the night before in Capri, we were IMPRESSED! The food was great, they had specialty cocktails that were incredible and the service was amazing. Plus we ate at sunset and the view was spectacular. We wished we stayed in Positano longer so we could have had another dinner here, but we hope to make it back on another trip. read more

Food was good, but nothing worthy of a Michelin star or the price. Staff were pretentious and generally rude. We were offered blankets that never came and when we asked about them again later when a rain storm started the staff claimed that they had given them all to another table (that arrived after the initial offer) and there were none left for us. When we asked to be moved inside as our group was getting wet in the rain, the head waiter rudely explained that we had made reservations late in the day, so it was not an option. Ok, well why didn't the reservation website with a 124 euro booking fee explain that we were reserving a sub-standard experience? I would have been happier with simply being told it was not an option. We have experienced better food and value at many locations around Positano. read more

Excellent meal! Food was high quality and beautifully presented. Even the bruschetta was beautiful (and of course tasty). Zucchini flowers were to die for. Hamachi carpaccio was heavenly and perfectly balanced, flavor wise. Our main courses of conchiglioni (me) and ravioli with braised beef (hubby) were soooo yummy! Dessert was almost a fancy variation on a cannoli. Service was excellent. We sat inside because I was worried I would be cold outside, but their patio appeared to be lovely and had space heaters. Perhaps I'm jaded by what things cost in San Francisco and Oakland, but I was shocked at how reasonable the prices were at this restaurant. Overall great experience, would highly recommend this restaurant. read more

This restaurant was one of the best that we visited in Positano. During our first meal there, I had the mozzarella, tomato, and arugula salad, the gnocchi with broad beans, peas, bacon and squid, and a peach crisp. The tomatoes were the sweetest I ate in Italy, the gnocchi the best pasta course I ate in Italy (the pea sauce was delicious), and the peach crisp was very refreshing. During our second meal, I had the deep fried pizzas (which I would skip), the spaghetti with shrimp, squid and arugula (again, the sauce was delicious), and the tiramisu (good, but not as good as the peach crisp). Like the food, the atmosphere was clean and modern. read more

Modern, unique. Got a salad and it was AMAZING; The pasta faired well. Cool atmosphere and they bring out "chef specials" and tastings throughout the meal. Nice touch. read more

Excellent food, service, and environment. We were in Positano for 8 days and had dinner there three nights. Open fairly late based on Positano standards. And great wine selection. Very accommodating and hospitable. read more

BEST MEAL WE HAD IN ITALY!! This place was amazing, I highly recommend it! They are also very accomodating if you are celiac. They even had gluten free bread! My husband and I shared a pesto/potato/tuna salad that was amazing. I had the mixed grilled seafood which was so light, fresh and delicious! My husband had the seafood fra divalo which he loved. We ended the night with creme brulee. My only regret was that we visited this spot on our last night in Positano- I would have loved to dined there again- AMAZING!! read more

2 out of 3 dishes are oversalted. However one was amazing. The wait for the food was wayyy to long, for the oversalted dishes. The music was nice as well as calming read more

An incredible meal. Superb ambiance, presentation, and quality of food. Absolutely worth the few extra dollars and not at all touristy. We had the goat cheese salad, fish entrees, and mousse for dessert, and we left very satisfied. Would absolutely return if we had more time in Positano!!! read more

Very trendy and elegant restaurant in Positano. We had a very nice dinner, but the food comes out quite slow. Flavored are very good. Definitely worth trying when in Positano. read more

Decent quality food but way overpriced for what you are served. The "chicken thighs" was one thigh cut up into four bite size pieces. Even the ravioli bolognese, while very tasty, was an appetizer portion priced and served as an entree. A modern take on traditional, but way too precious for my liking. read more

Service fantastic. Food was also very good. Got lucky as a walk in for dinner with no reservation. Ambiance fantastic. Very chic. No view but the atmosphere is very nice. read more

Wow, one of my favorite places ! We had 5 meals and all were amazing . Lobster pasta , crazy good !! And the chicken thighs were awesome as well. Service was excellent !! read more

5 stars! The food and service was a highlight of our 9 days on the Amalfi Coast. The decore is clean and fresh just like the food. It isn't fussy or over done. Beautifully simple dishes using high quality ingredients make each bite heavenly! We loved it so much we went a few times and also tried their lunch restaurant which we also enjoyed very much. The service was friendly and they made us feel like guest in their home. There was complimentary appetizers and candy/cookies to end the perfect meal of fish, pasta and salad. We can't wait to go back read more

Lovely ambiance - has a great view and the decor is very modern and fresh. If you enjoy seafood then this is the place to go. We got scallops to start, and the catch of the day and a mixed seafood dish as our main plates. Everything was fresh and cooked perfectly. read more