Locanda Positano

4.8

1349 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Nov 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

Enzo Rosano grew up in a town just outside of Naples, Italy. His fondest memories of his childhood are centered around his mother’s cooking and the spirited meals he shared with his eight siblings. Mama Carmela’s amazing cooking kept her children close to home throughout their childhood and young adulthood. Her culinary influence also played a role in Enzo’s decision to enroll in the Scuola Alberghieria Culinary and Hospitality program in Naples. Upon completion of his culinary training, Enzo landed a job as bartender at Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s Vong’s in London. Next was a stop as bar manager at The Berkeley Knightsbridge, a luxury property also in London. When he came to the Bay Area, his first stop was in Half Moon Bay where he helped open one of the town’s most popular restaurants, Mezza Luna, with family friend, Roberto Giovanni. At Caffe Riace,Enzo joined his brothers and worked alongside them as they made plans to open AquaPazza in San Mateo in 2008

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(925) 310-4337
Website
http://locanda-positano.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Beautiful spaces, delicious food and incredible hospitality make our private events the best! With a variety of spaces we have the ability to accommodate intimate corporate dinners to large family celebrations and everything in between.
Private party contact
Locanda Events Team: (925) 553-4625

Location
1005 BROWN AVE, Lafayette, CA 94549
Neighborhood
Lafayette
Parking details
There is a parking lot behind the restaurant
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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What 1,349 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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East Bay
Best Service
East Bay
Italian

Review summary

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Locanda Positano is a "delightful" spot for authentic Italian cuisine, praised for "fantastic" service and a welcoming atmosphere. Guests enjoy a variety of dishes from pasta to pizza, with many recommending it for special occasions. Outdoor seating is "lovely," and the restaurant often receives high marks for accommodating staff and a "bright and cheery" decor.

1,349 Reviews

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John
San Francisco
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great lunch - panini pollo! Will go back for dinner
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Juli
London
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and really nice staff. It is all outdoors. And while they have a ton of high grade heaters and blankets on every chair, I was still cold. But that’s me. I don’t do so well in the cold. Dress warmly when it’s cold out!
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Wendy
San Francisco
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful ambiance, great food, and friendly people! The Gnocchi and Lasagna are my favs, but all of their dishes are yummy.
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Peter
San Francisco
48 reviews
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Enjoyable evening and food was excellent. Having Cacio de Pepe prepared by your table is something not to miss!
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Jennifer
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We haven’t been to Locanda in about a year and our food was just as delicious as the last. Chicken picante, lasagna, meatballs yum yum
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Sue
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fantastic dinner. Service and food outstanding
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ANDY
New York City
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chose Halloween night so we were next to a very noisy group. Made it difficult to hear ourselves. Love the ambiance and the service. We'll be back another night.
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Suzanne
San Francisco
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Disappointed. I'd been to Locanda many times over the past 3 years... although not for awhile. I had talked it up and brought 2 friends. I was embarrassed with my choice. Our waiter was new, and she hadn't been trained. Someone should have been by her side helping her out. I felt sorry for her. The Food was mediocre at best. I won't go back, and I'm bummed.
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Roberta
San Francisco
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
My eggplant lasagna was delicious and full of flavor. the limoncello cake is outstanding and I recommend you try it.
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morgan
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Love everything about this place … food, service, atmosphere etc. It’s a staple for my family who live locally. My only request would be for some wooden tables outside. the round tables that get pushed together outdoors to make a larger table is not comfortable or conducive to conversation in a loud (in a good way!) atmosphere. We had a party of six and had to be seated at three two top rounds pushed together and it was impossible to all talk to each other because you are always so spread out. Smaller, whole tables mixed in would be cozier and make for easier dining with groups larger than two.
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FAQs

Locanda Positano offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (925) 310-4337.

Locanda Positano is rated 4.8 stars by 1349 OpenTable diners.

Locanda Positano does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Nov 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1005 BROWN AVE, Lafayette, CA 94549

Additional information

Neighborhood
Lafayette
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
There is a parking lot behind the restaurant
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://locanda-positano.com/
Phone number
(925) 310-4337
Private party facilities
Beautiful spaces, delicious food and incredible hospitality make our private events the best! With a variety of spaces we have the ability to accommodate intimate corporate dinners to large family celebrations and everything in between.
Private party contact
Locanda Events Team: (925) 553-4625

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Locanda Positano

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

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What 1,349 people are saying

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Review summary

FAQs

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