Locanda Positano

4.7

1410 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

1005 BROWN AVE, Lafayette, CA 94549

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2 people

Apr 3, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
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

Additional information

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 1,410 people are saying

Locanda Positano reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

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Locanda Positano offers a "superb authentic Neapolitan experience" with "exceptional staff" and "delicious food." The cozy atmosphere and welcoming service make it a favorite for Italian cuisine lovers. Highlights include the "Branzino" and "Mama Carmela's lasagna." Outdoor seating is available, but can be noisy. Overall, a "wonderful dining experience."

1,410 Reviews

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Charles
San Francisco6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great evening with friends. Food was very good. We asked to be seated inside and they gave us the perfect table !!
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Andrew VIP
Los Angeles3 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Love this place, but there with my mom and so loud we could not hear to talk. The outdoor seating is fine, but i suggest carpeting the wooden floors to quiet the arrangements. Otherwise, still a favorite.
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Michael VIP
San Francisco8 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Locanda is consistently great. The staff are exceptional and the food is superb.
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Donna
San Francisco14 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Locanda Positano is my favorite restaurant. The food is delicious and the wait staff (especially Marco) are magnifico! Renato, the manager, and the waitstaff make you feel like family with their affectionate greetings. This time I had the Branzino—the most delicious sea bass you’ll ever have. And Mama Carmela’s lasagne is my other favorite. I am half Italian with several relatives in Italy. Locanda Positano is the next best thing to being in Italy!!
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James
San Francisco4 reviews
2.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
The covered patio dining room was very noisy. I was on a first date and we could barely hear one another. The website suggests a business casual which was not the reality. The food was average. I won't be back.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco7 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a great restaurant! Food is fantastic, love the outdoor (but covered) seating with plenty of heaters on these cold winter days. Dog friendly! The staff are amazing! Highly recommend!
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Anita VIP
San Francisco116 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our server Marco was attentive and helpful. All entrees and appetizers were excellent. Don’t miss dessert also great.
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Hank and Sidne VIP
San Francisco76 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Seafood risotto was terrific. Nicole our server was great.
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AmyL VIP
San Francisco36 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, food, ambiance and all creating an awesome dining experience!
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BONNIE VIP
San Francisco59 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dinner was delicious as always. Very good service and enjoy the ambiance.
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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 4.7 stars by 1410 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.

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 3, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

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

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Private dining

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What 1,410 people are saying

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