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    Positano Restaurant

    4.2 (666 reviews)
    Closed • 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    POSITANO RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    One of the specials. I think beef brisket risotto. Could not finish it. Beef was not tender, and risotto had metallic taste.
    Sarah A.

    Came as a group of 6. We made reservations beforehand just in case walk-in wasn't available. Staff was friendly and our waiter was very thorough with explaining the specials of the night. They switched out our plates and utensils after every course which was nice. Standout dish was the Chilean Sea Bass risotto. Everybody at the table loved it. It's not on the regular menu and thankfully they had 1 sea bass left and I order it right away. We also ordered the 50oz porterhouse steak which came with 2 sides but the steak wasn't as tender as I would like it to be and it was barely seasoned. I was quite disappointed. Unfortunately that dish was $175! Another disappointment was one of their specials, I think a beef brisket risotto. The beef was a huge chunk of meat, but it was not tender and it was so hard to even cut. The risotto also had a strange metallic flavor to it. We ended up not eating it. The staff was nice enough to remove the dish from our bill so we really appreciated that. Caesar salad and fried calamari were good and all the other sides like the truffle mac and cheese and creamed spinach were good as well. Overall, nice ambiance and attentive staff, but some dishes are hit or miss. I would definitely come back just for the Chilean Sea Bass risotto!

    Jonathan C.

    Came for a Friday night dinner, the ambiance was real nice. We arrived a bit early so seating wasn't an issue. Ordered some appetizers baked clams, and clams on the half shell. They were a bit tiny, something they should work on. The tomahawk was real good, temperature was perfect and flavor and sides was really good.

    Evonne H.

    Got the vongole & Frank sinatra pasta and it is very delicious!! Great service tooo !! Will come back try other dishes

    Pork Chop Doublecut
    Karen H.

    I visited Positano for dinner for the first time and had a wonderful experience. Inside is a bit too dark so I chose the outdoor seating area. It felt cozy with warm heaters above my head. We started with complimentary bread and cheesebread, followed by delicious calamari that was fresh, crispy, and flavorful as appetizers. For my main course, I tried the Caserecce Alla Sicilar pasta, which had a unique herbal taste that I enjoyed. The Pork Chop Doublecut was juicy, although a bit too salty. To end my meal, I ordered the bread pudding dessert, which was surprisingly big and delicious with a scoop of ice cream on top. I highly recommend Positano. I enjoyed their service because the waiter is very friendly and even asked how we like the food.

    Spaghetti Caccio e Pepe with salmon, asparagus and shaved black truffles.
    Steven T.

    Starting with a basket of crusty bread, focaccia and delicious eggplant camponatta, we thoroughly enjoyed an outstanding dinner. This evening we dined on expertly prepared fluke crudo and a pear & gorgonzola salad as starters. These were followed by delicious spaghetti with caccio e pepe with salmon and shaved truffles as well as an outstanding miso-glazed seabass on a bed of perfectly prepared butternut squash risotto. The risotto grains were firm, not pasty as all too often happens at lesser restaurants in a well-balanced, peppery cheese sauce. With attentive, helpful service from Efteris, this evening's dinner was probably the best meal we've enjoyed at Positano among the many years we've been eating well at Positano. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

    Melissa A.

    Came here to have a 16th birthday dinner with my daughter and some family. Upon walking in, was asked if we had a reservation, which we did not but were still seated immediately. It was the evening the restaurant was dimly lit, very intimate and perfect for a date night. Staff was very pleasant and accommodating. My daughters request was calamari and oysters, which she enjoyed. I had the porcini ravioli, her friend had the lobster ravioli, her brother ordered the chicken parm with linguini, my partner had a Caesar salad and the birthday girl had the black linguine pescatori. Everyone enjoyed their meal, all very flavorful hot and fresh. I would come back for another meal.

    Tracey W.

    The service here was top tier, even while it was completely packed to the brim. They definitely make some great espresso martinis and the establishment is comfortable giving Italian vibes.

    Dining room
    Jessica F.

    Came here on a recommendation from a local. This restaurant did not disappoint from the service to the food. I loved the free bread basket with the caponata. I ordered the lobster bisque and eggplant parm appetizer. I really enjoyed the eggplant parm. It was such a comforting meal. The sauce was fresh and the eggplant perfectly fried and not soggy. This place is quite large with a few different rooms. I sat at the bar which has limited seating. The bartender who served me was great. Will certainly come back with others to try more menu items.

    Ahi tuna
    Brian M.

    5 stars today!! I haven't been here for a while as my last experience was not that great. I use to come here often and have been spending more time in Williamsburg and areas outside of BayRidge. My neighbor who moved to Singapore 10 years ago comes back to visit every year so we decided to give them another chance. Positano has stepped up there game! Great service from the valet, to the hostess, bus boy and waiter. Not rushed, great food, very courteous staff, very clean, nice crowd. Great upscale decor, a place to be scene, cozy place to go whether you sit indoors or outside. The bathrooms are spotless and fresh smelling. Amazing choice of steaks if you are a red meat fan. We had the mango salad and special appetizer. For mains I had the ahi tuna which was awesome. It had a chili sauce, fresh steamed spinach and potato croquette's. My friend had a pasta special which was great as well. We skipped desert as we were on a time constraint to visit a cigar bar in the neighborhood. After today I would definitely go back soon and recommend them. Was a really nice experience.

    Chicken Rottinti
    Cris T.

    I made a reservation on Open Table. I was seated right away. I ordered the shrimp cocktail and fried calamari to start. I had the margarita on the rocks with salt and a chicken dish. The place is clean including the bathrooms. When I arrived I sat down at a nice clean table with a television screen right in front of me. The wait staff came over and took my drink order and water order. My waitress was very attentive and I got to see the Blue Room. I was wondering if there was another room behind the brick wall which there was. I never knew existed. Let's get back to food and drinks. The margarita was served in a tall glass with thin salt around the rim. I feel that the thicker flakes around the rim would have made the drink pop. The appetizer were so good. The calamari was fresh and not too oily. The shrimp was fresh and the nicely sized. The chicken was perfectly cooked served with veggies and a potato. I had a wonderful double espresso. I found it to be perfect. I been noticing that espresso lately has been bitter and nasty. The espresso here was not like that. It was smooth and I had sambooka inside. The price was right and everything was great. I was very impressed and will definitely continue to come here.

    Kim X.

    I've never been this far into Bay ridge before. Positano was a cozy Italian restaurant with friendly service and an extensive dinner menu. We came for a work holiday dinner so without a doubt, we over ordered many delicious apps including the expertly fried calamari, the meatballs, salads and crab cakes. I was so full from the apps that I had to change my initial entree order from the steak to a pasta dish. The seafood pasta was very good. If it weren't so far into Brooklyn, I would definitely come back again irrespective of a planned work event.

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    The manager Fransico was very accommodating and very active with all customer. Food was great I highly recommend it.

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    Great food, great service. I have always found the food and drinks very delicious and fine. Beautiful ambience.

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    Delicious Crab Cake and nice atmosphere we visited several times and always had a great time.

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    Ask the Community - Positano Restaurant

    Is it quiet?

    Definitely not quiet except maybe at lunch time

    Is this place associated with Pasitano Coast in Pa?

    No. It is even spelled differently.

    Do you allow dogs on the patio or any of your outdoor tables?

    I have no idea. Call and ask. I'm sure if you're sitting outside the dog can stay by your feet.

    I would love to go here, but my partner is vegetarian and I called and they said they have no vegetarian dishes. Do they have vegetarian options, its 2022!?

    Yes we have vegetarian options. Sorry for the confusion but indeed we do offer many items which are vegetarian friendly. We can also accommodate you outside of the regular menu if necessary.

    Do you need to be vaccinated to eat here?

    No.

    Are they open for outdoor dining?

    Yes! Currently only outdoor dining is permitted in New York City. You can call and make a reservation.

    Does anyone know what that tomato dipping "salsa" is they serve with bread before your meal? It is so delicious and we don't live there anymore. I would love to be able to find a similar recipe

    It is an Italian eggplant caponata

    Is there music on Saturday nights while you're eating dinner, because that is what we like. But I read on one these reviews that its only blasting loud techno, please tell me thats not true?

    They have music but it's more of a mix of pop/rock and anything in between. It's not loud but the ambiance is without a doubt noisy and upbeat. No live music, no dj, just music playing possibly from Spotify, or a digital jukebox

    Is there a restroom on the main level?

    Yes, this restaurant has a bathroom on the main floor. This is a great restaurant in both food and service

    Is there valet parking?

    Yes. Every day for lunch and dinner.

    Is it open on 12/25/19?

    I would think what because it is an Italian Restaurant they would be closed. The best thing to do is to call and ask.

    Is this restaurant open and is it an Italian restaurant?

    Yes, it is Italian.

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