Finally found a pasticceria that offered the Italian butter cookies I love and that are found all…read moreof NYC and NJ where I'm originally from. The buttery cookies with a red or green candied cherry in the middle or half dipped in chocolate are simple yet divine! Especwith an espresso drink. In addition to the assortment of butter cookies, they had other Italian pastries - cannolI, sfogiatelle, baba, raffiola, fruit tarts - and sandwiches and an espresso bar. Located right off Piazza Tasso in the heart of Sorrento, it's on a quieter street than the alleys overflowing with shops and cafes. Great spot for a snack and a little reprise from the hustle & bustle.

Tucked a bit away from the busy main plaza of Sorrento, Pasticceria Monica is still very close to…read morethe hustle and bustle. We tried their strawberry mini tart and a few cookies. The price was great as they didn't gouge us like most bakeries on the main strip do, and the strawberry was the best I've had. The crust was soft contrasting the typical dry crust with fruit tarts, and it was just so fresh.

Collina is such a fun stop in Positano…read more It was pretty crowded inside when we went, but the staff handled it really well and kept the line moving quickly. They were super efficient and friendly despite how busy it was. One of my favorite things here was the mini pastries. They have smaller versions of a lot of the classics, which is perfect because you can try a few different things without committing to just one. I loved the sfogliatella and cannoli. They have a huge selection overall, from pastries to gelato and even lemon sorbet, so there's something for everyone. Definitely a great spot to pop into, especially if you want to sample a little bit of everything.

I know it's touristy and gimmicky, but this was the perfect spot to get the iconic lemon sorbet…read moreinside a hollow lemon. It was pricey at €10, but the sorbet was refreshing and nice on a hot day. They also have a good selection of regular gelato, pastries and drinks too if you want something more reasonable. It's conveniently located in the heart of Positano where you can wander down to the beach or stroll through the shops.

Perfect Cornettos!…read more We stumbled upon this pasticceria because our holiday home host invited us for coffee here. And our host also bought the cornettos here, which they delivered daily fresh for our breakfast. After the coffee we bought some cookies (were good) and pastry here. But the real treat here are the different varieties of Italian Cornettos (creme/chocolate filled croissants) you can buy here. They are absolutely divine! Fresh, crispy and different kinds of fillings. We enjoyed the custard and chocolate filling the most. These are - until now - the best cornettos we've ever had. We tried several other pasticcerias on our 5-week trip through Italy. Nothing came ever close to these croissants. Other products were fine too....but the cornettos are from a different planet. So, if you are in Formia....or anything closer than a 100 miles....check out this bakery! There are some tables too, in case you wanna sit down and enjoy a coffee or so. Prices - especially for this quality - were fair as well. Not to be missed!

Stopped in on our way to our tour. Everyone was so kind. Bar Rita is small, but cozy and clean…read more Also, I had the best cappuccino that I have ever had. All of the pastries were so fresh and delicious. I would definitely recommend stopping in any and every chance you get while in Sorrento.

Walked in for a quick coffee pick me up while exploring through Sorrento. Very quick stop. Coffee…read moreonly. Espresso was well balanced and not overly bitterly. Friendly older man working behind the counter who made the coffee quickly but with attention to detail. Bat style seating available against the wall. Clean bathroom available. Perfect for a pop in, pop out break.

I had this place saved to get some good dessert on Amalfi and it did not disappoint!…read more Gelato from the booth opposite the main location and a cannoli from the actual cafe. Cannoli was decent - crunchy shell with creamy filling, but I've had better Cannoli in Rome. Gelato was delicious! Proper creamy and actually authentic! Got the Cioccolato con Caco del Madagascar (basically a chocolate gelato) + Ricotta Stregata (a ricotta flavor) in a cone. It was a really lovely combination and so perfect for a hot day.

A local classic, this caffe and pasticceria is one of the most famous (if not the most famous)…read moredessert and pastry shop in Amalfi. This address is the main location along Via Duca Mansone I, they also have a couple other smaller chocolate and gelato boutiques, the closest being diagonally across the piazza in front of the Amalfi Cathedral. Outdoor seating set out on the stone street fronts with a cream and wood color scheme and table umbrellas for shade. The store interior shouts classic European emporium, warm, medium-tone wooden display fixtures and wall paneling with mirrors and glass. A handful of golden chandeliers and pendant lights. Most importantly--many glass displays of pastries, cakes, chocolates, cookies. The staff is forthcoming and friendly, ready to help when I mentioned looking for a snack without certain ingredients. Their English was much better than my (non-existent) Italian. I ended up purchasing a little bag of almond cookies €6, with a texture between almond cake and marzipan, baked in little mini cupcake cup shapes. They were tasty though a little on the sweet side. Prices in the store were pretty typical for Amalfi Coast though I think a little higher than average pasticcerias in other Italian cities. I had planned to drop by again to try their gelato though alas didn't have the chance again when I was there. If I ever go back to Amalfi will drop by again!

Gelato right in the middle of Capri. It's hard to not stop in and get a fresh cone when you walk…read moreby. For €5 you get two flavors in a freshly made cone. It's delicious here. Their pastries all look good too. If you don't have cash, go inside to pay first and then make the queue for your treat.

I got the strawberry and lemon gelato and it was great! The line moves quickly so don't be…read morediscouraged - it's worth it! The cones are made fresh as well.

I finally made it here before leaving Naples, and I'm so glad I listened to the locals! It's…read moreconveniently located right near the train station, making it an easy and essential stop-by. The Sfogliatella completely blew my mind. The flakiness was incredible, and the level of sweetness was a perfect match for my cappuccino. It is truly a must-have in Napoli! On the other hand, the Babà was just okay for me and wasn't quite my favorite compared to the pastry. Just a heads-up: the line is usually long, so make sure to give yourself plenty of time. My only regret is that I didn't buy a second sfogliatella for the road!

Wow!! I read the reviews and was a sceptic normally when u see a line it tells u that it's worth…read morethe wait. I was not sure being not from Naples but WOW!!! My mouth went in total shock once I tried 3 different pastries from here the crème that was used in these OMG! Worth the wait we went maybe 25 min before closing so the line was not that bad. I don't know Italian so I just pointed out what I wanted and got through the line fine. It's hidden on a back street and be prepared to wait on the street! Worth the wait if you are in Naples around Grimaldi stop!!!

Located just a quarter mile away from one of the largest and most majestic palaces in the South…read more You will find a cafe deli that serves up not only the typical coffee and sweets but a bar of homemade style potatoes vegetables lasagna and chicken preparations. We were starting to say the least having just come from Rome and this was our 1st stop along the auto route. Before taking the 3 hour long trip of the museum and the palace up the road we decided to get some nourishment and we were not disappointed neither and quality nor and portion size nor price. All of the specialty deserts appear to be made by one of the finest pastry shops in the South and appear to be fresh and imported daily. The coffee of course was impressive. But what was most notable in this shop was the homemade style lunch entrees. The potatoes and onions were so well seasoned and went well with the breaded chicken cutlets that was hammered thin and breaded and fried to perfection. They make a home style macaroni and cheese casserole served in your own personal pot and it was delicious. As we sat and ate at the high tops we could see that this is clearly not a touristy destination but one for all the locals who are coming in to grab them swept self a quick bite a coffee or a hot pressed sandwich. And of course if it is the Winter season don't forget to pick up one of the many selections of panetone a breads that they have on display. The street parking is tough but if you only need to walk a few blocks to the West you will find a public parking facility that has its own well kept restroom and the rates per hour were very reasonable.

Wanted a quick snack in Positano and stumbled upon this place. I got a slice of the prosciutto…read morepizza and an arancini ball. It took a few minutes to order and for them to heat up the food. There is no seating unless you're dining in the restaurants, however, there are standing counters for you to eat. Space is limited and it can get busy. The slice of pizza and arancini were both really tasty and fresh. I was also able to use the restroom connected to their restaurant which was a bonus.

Very friendly little eatery on the Amalfi coast with very pretty views. When we were on an…read moreexcursion we stopped in to have some delicious focaccia stuffed with cheese, tomato and basil and of course had to sample some of their cannolis which are definitely my favorite sweet treat. If you don't have time to stop and eat , you can get it all to go.

Dessert before dinner, always a winner…read more Ok that's not really a saying, though on the evening I dropped by La Sfogliatella Mary, it worked out! With Naples being the birthplace of sfolgiatelle, this shop (or stand really) popped up on several travel websites as one of the better places to try this local pastry. Located at the western entrance to the Galleria Umberto I arcade, it's a popular stop for both locals and tourists. While there wasn't a line, a steady flow of people came by to pick up treats. On a Saturday evening the crowds were out in full force, though since they close at 8:30pm, around 8pm they were starting to prep for closing, taking out some of the remaining pastries from the display. Fortunately I arrived when they were still taking customers, and the cordial staff was quick to grab a sfogliatelle riccia €2.50, ask if I was eating it here or taking it to go, heating it up slightly then passing it in a wax paper wrapper sprinkled with powdered sugar. While it looks similar to a lobster tail pastry, the texture is different and they originate from different parts of Italy. This spot offers both types of sfolgiatelle--the Riccia version: deep-fried, layered, with a crunchy outer shell shaped like a conical shell, and the Frolla version: similar filling with a tender short crust pastry shell in a rounded dome shape. Both are served warm with a sprinkle of powdered sugar. They also serve a variety of other traditional baked goods like pastiera, baba rum, zeppola forno, frolla sorrentina. Biting into the sfolgiatelle, the crunch factor was immediate, nothing subtle about that first bite of texture! The fragrance of orange permeates thru the ricotta filling, I'm a fan citrus infused desserts and really enjoyed the tidbits of candied orange peel and brightness coming thru. There was a generous amount of filling inside, so generous I wish there was more shell to balance it out! It was also on the richer side, especially with the pastry being fried, and the shell felt a tad more oily than I prefer. In general, from eating at other pasticerrias several days in the region, seems the typical sweetness level is greater than I'm accustomed to. That being said, I still ate almost all of it, and was glad for the opportunity to drop by and try this!

It's hard to miss when you're walking around. I have no idea how long they've been around, but they…read morelook like one of those "I've been around for 200 years but recently got a facelift" type of vibe. SFLOGLIATELLA is one of the signature items. It's crispy, thin, and has a crunchy texture. I sampled many of these throughout Naples, and liked the one from this place the most. Now that I think about it, it looks like a gigantic Turtle chip. Pro tip: go in the morning versus night time--it tasted way better fresh. Also, I think they can heat it up for you so that it's slightly warm. I got asked one time and not the second, so when they speak Italian and you have no idea what they're saying, just give them a nod. They might be asking if you want it heated up.