Fine Dining & Cocktails on the Amalfi Coast
Two dear friends of mine—who also happen to be sisters—are heading off on a special mother-daughter trip later this summer to Ravello, Capri, and Positano. They asked for my help with dining reservations which, as anyone who’s visited the Amalfi Coast during peak season knows, are absolutely essential to secure in advance.
With their tastes in mind, I set out to find restaurants that meet a few key criteria (in no particular order):
– Stunning views, where possible
– Beautiful interiors and inviting ambiance
– Elevated, authentic cuisine that celebrates the region
After spending time combing through trusted sources and insider recommendations, I pulled together a curated list with my top picks and personal notes.
They also requested pre-dinner cocktail spots, ideally located conveniently near each restaurant—so I included those as well.
I personally made all the reservations and sent them a PDF to reference during their trip for ease of use.
Scroll down for the full guide!
Ravello
Drinks: Lobster & Martini Bar at Palazzo Avino. [walk-in only, they do not take reservations]
Dinner: Rossellinis also at Palazzo Avino.
Drinks: Bar Caruso at the Belmond Hotel Caruso.
Dinner: Flauto di Pan at Hotel Villa Cimbrone.
Capri
Drinks: Jacky Bar at Capri Tiberio Palace.
Dinner: Located in a lemon grove, Da Paolino, is well known for a unique environment.
Drinks: Cocktail Lounge Bar “Tragara Club” at Punta Tragata Hotel.
Dinner: Le Monzu.
Drinks: QuisiBar at the Quisisana Hotel.
Dinner: Il Riccio at Jumeirah Capri Palace
Additional spots to note:
L’Olivo, located at Jumeirah Capri Palace, is the only restaurant on Capri with two Michelin stars.
Villa Verde, is a celebrity hot-spot and super fun. The decor may not be "fine-dining quality" but people rave about the food and great vibes.
POSITANO
Drinks: Eden Sky Bar, located in Eden Roc Hotel.
Dinner: LiGalli, located in Villa Franca.
Drinks: Bacco’s, located in Buca di Bacco.
Dinner: LaSerra, located in Le Agavi. [note this can be a 40+ minute drive from Positano]
Drinks: Franco’s [walk-in only, they do not take reservations]
Dinner: La Sponda at Le Sirenuse [reservations are released 60 days in advance].
Drinks: Il Tridente Cocktail Bar at Hotel Poseidon [reservations are only open to hotel guests up to 14 days in advance].
Dinner: Next2
Additional spots to note:
Zass, located at Il San Pietro, is Michelin-starred and ultra-refined. Zass offers inventive Mediterranean cuisine using organic produce grown on-site, paired with sea views. Reservations are released 15-days in advance at 9am local time.
Rada Rooftop offers a fun cooking class, starting at 10:30am for 2 hours at 160 euros per person. See more information here.
If you’re interested in Your Travel Lady helping you with your next trip to secure your dining reservations, I am happy to help! Email olivia.garwood@fora.travel or submit a form on my website to find out more.