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Great beach club! The food is pricey but so is everything in the area. The staff was very attentive and quick. Access to the beach requires lots of stairs so you'll need to be mentally, emotionally and physically prepared We were able to book online a few days ahead. Seats were still available same day but it was off season and a week day.
Beach bar in Positano off the beaten path. About a 15 min walking journey up and down stairs across Positano from where the ferries drop you off. Very casual. Walked in without any type of reservation for two. Two seating options: deck seating for a traditional dining experience or beach lounge chair where you can order food/drink out to. Ordered a variety of spritzes which were reasonably priced for a touristy area. About $8. Very refreshing and tasting. Also ordered a few different dishes like prosciutto with cantaloupe, seafood pasta, and more seafood. Everything tasted incredibly fresh and the pasta was perfectly cooked. Was also my first time having prosciutto with cantaloupe which was a fantastic combo. Da Ferdinando makes for a nice lunch that's away from where a majority of the tourists eat/drink so if you're looking for beachy vibes, less crowds, and great food and are willing to walk a bit, I would recommend.
I challenge you to find a better casual beach side vibe combined with excellent fare in the ENTIRE Mediterranean! Loved the mix of 18-60 year old "beach boy" servers and the great view and environment on the less crowded Fornillo Beach in Positano. Was so happy when the chef agreed to prepare the regional favorite Spaghetti alla Nerano that several vlogs I had viewed said they featured but wasn't on their seasonal menu (July). The dish did not disappoint and was the best version we tried during several days all over the Amalfi Coast.
Our favorite meal in Positano so far. My husband and I split the Insalata mixta (loved the green olives on it) and the fried calamari, and asked them to add shrimp and sardines - they were delicious, too, especially the mild sardines! We enjoyed a Hugo spritz to start, then a glass of their house white wine with lunch, which was really good, and just €4. My daughter was very happy with her swordfish, too. Breathtaking setting - right on Fornillo beach, and so much more relaxing and less crowded than the main beach. Sat overlooking the blue ocean, blue skies, and palapas. Great music playing, too. They have a "beach club" too, so I rented a chair and umbrella for €30. (Front row was €40, but everything was sold out, except back row, by noon on this sunny Saturday). You can order drinks and food from their servers on the beach, too. Pretty civilized. Altogether, an incredible experience.
A very cute beach club/restaurant on the smaller Fornillo beach adjacent to Spaggio Grande. You can actually take a small complimentary boat from the main beach in Positano to Fornillo Beach, but it's also a nice 10/15min walk from beach to beach. It's definitely a quieter and seemingly more private beach! We got chairs in the first row for 30€ per person. They have a menu where you can order cocktails or bottles (we got aperol spritzs and Prosecco). You can also order food to eat at your chair. We made lunch reservations at 12pm, and we had spaghetti nerano, prawns, and red shrimp carpaccio. Everyone who worked there was lovely and attentive. Make sure to call ahead for a chair/lunch reservation!
Fornillo Beach, where Da Ferdinando is located, is a short 15-minute walk from the Poistano port. 15 minutes and a world away, atmospherically, from the crowds of Americans sitting shoulder to shoulder on Positano's main beach. Fornillo appealed to the side of me that prefers a quieter atmosphere. Lining the shore of Fornillo Beach are a string of beach clubs followed by a small public beach at the end. For those not familiar with beach clubs here's what's on offer: * a chaise lounge with beach umbrella; * food and drink served at that chaise lounge; * use of things like rafts, SUPs, and kayaks; and * restrooms and changing rooms. Day one I identified Da Ferdinando as the best of the lot, after looking at the menus, atmosphere, and reviews of all of the other beach clubs and stopping here for a drink. Days 2 and 3 I returned to De Ferdinando's to reserve a chaise lounge and spent the day being spoiled by their staff with food and cocktails far better than that I had almost anyplace else in Poistano. Near the end of my stay I ran into a couple I'd met on Day 1; they had tried another beach club only to conclude that Da Ferdinando's was indeed the best. Prices may change as the summer goes on, but in May a chaise lounge with umbrella, closest to the water, was about $20USD for the day. One or two rows back (that's about as far as the rows go) or later in the day the price drops significantly. Including a delicious lunch and a cocktail or two I never exceeded $50USD for the entire day. Though the walk to Da Ferdinando is short it's not flat so it's worth knowing that Da Ferdinando offers motor boat service, free of charge, to and from the Positano port. It's a nice way to get out on the water without being in the water and to keep from sweating through your clothes in Italy's summer heat. Da Ferdinando was splendid. Were I returning to Positano I've little doubt it's where I'd again spend almost every day.
Our visit to this restaurant was a very pleasant one. It was recommended to us by another tourist and I will recommend the future tourist to go here. Few minutes away from the crowded Positano beach you will find Fornillo Beach. They offer beach chairs and umbrellas so you can lounge here all day swimming , drinking cold beer and eating delicious food. We took the free boat to here but later I found out that you can walk there through town. But walking in Positano is very challenging so just take the boat. The customer service is wonderful, the prices are very reasonable and the views are breathtaking. Perfect place to swim and avoid crowds.
Absolutely fantastic... saw this in a tik tok by a Positano influencer CHRISTIE https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPR7u4kjW/. As advertised a wonderful and friendly beach front restaurant with a more secluded beach -15 min walking distance or boat taxi with excellent food and drinks that also sells beach chairs.
Great place for checking out the beach in Positano! This is located on the smaller beach in town, so it's nice not being in the middle of all the commercial stuff. Also, even though it's only a short walk away, rental prices are more affordable than at the big beach. Along with a chair rental on the beach, you get WiFi and free access to the shuttle back to the main beach where the water taxi docks. Also, while on the beach chair, you can order drinks from the menu that they'll bring right to your chair. We ordered two drinks when we were there, and both were really good. One was the house white wine, and the other was a drink with some ginger flavor that was really tasty. I'd come back here in a heartbeat on a future trip!
14 days ago
Loved this place. The cherry spritz was great and the lobster pasta was also amazing. Right by the beach read more
25 per person for non-first row umbrellas. Has attached restaurant or beach club. Lots of other beach clubs/umbrella restaurant. Had a nice shuttle service that would take back to the main positano beach ( a blessing because it is a HIKE to get here from positano beach. ). Got the sword fish and gnocchi. Didn't enjoy swordfish but never had it before so must've been just my taste pallette Leonardo and rest of staff really nice. Came with WiFi but a little spotty. read more
10 months ago
We spent two days at this beach club. It is a great way to spend a day in Positano. Slightly off the beaten track. You can walk down steep steps from the hotels at the high points of positano or walk across the walk way from the main port of positano. You can also take a boat the goes back and forth from the port to the beach club, which is easiest and fun and often has a cute dog on board to play ball with for the short ride. We had lunch here both days. Both were very good and reasonably priced. We had the broiled fish and veggies, Spaghetti alla Nerano (Zucchini pasta), and drinks on day 1. Salad, french fries, and Gnocchi and drinks on Day 2. The service is fast and friendly at the restaurant and at your lounge chair. The water is beautiful. We went in mid september and it was perfect. If you have swim shoes BRING THEM. The beach has lots of rocks which make getting in and out more difficult without protective shoes. But it's not terrible. You'll just be happier if you have them Overall this place is great and highly recommended. read more
Great beach club! The food is pricey but so is everything in the area. The staff was very attentive and quick. Access to the beach requires lots of stairs so you'll need to be mentally, emotionally and physically prepared We were able to book online a few days ahead. Seats were still available same day but it was off season and a week day. read more
2 years ago
Beach bar in Positano off the beaten path. About a 15 min walking journey up and down stairs across Positano from where the ferries drop you off. Very casual. Walked in without any type of reservation for two. Two seating options: deck seating for a traditional dining experience or beach lounge chair where you can order food/drink out to. Ordered a variety of spritzes which were reasonably priced for a touristy area. About $8. Very refreshing and tasting. Also ordered a few different dishes like prosciutto with cantaloupe, seafood pasta, and more seafood. Everything tasted incredibly fresh and the pasta was perfectly cooked. Was also my first time having prosciutto with cantaloupe which was a fantastic combo. Da Ferdinando makes for a nice lunch that's away from where a majority of the tourists eat/drink so if you're looking for beachy vibes, less crowds, and great food and are willing to walk a bit, I would recommend. read more
2 years ago
I challenge you to find a better casual beach side vibe combined with excellent fare in the ENTIRE Mediterranean! Loved the mix of 18-60 year old "beach boy" servers and the great view and environment on the less crowded Fornillo Beach in Positano. Was so happy when the chef agreed to prepare the regional favorite Spaghetti alla Nerano that several vlogs I had viewed said they featured but wasn't on their seasonal menu (July). The dish did not disappoint and was the best version we tried during several days all over the Amalfi Coast. read more
1 year ago
This is the best beach in Positano. The music playing the best service. Amazing food and craft cocktails!! The beach clubs near by don't have the same level of service and no music. This is the best spot to book. read more
Our favorite meal in Positano so far. My husband and I split the Insalata mixta (loved the green olives on it) and the fried calamari, and asked them to add shrimp and sardines - they were delicious, too, especially the mild sardines! We enjoyed a Hugo spritz to start, then a glass of their house white wine with lunch, which was really good, and just €4. My daughter was very happy with her swordfish, too. Breathtaking setting - right on Fornillo beach, and so much more relaxing and less crowded than the main beach. Sat overlooking the blue ocean, blue skies, and palapas. Great music playing, too. They have a "beach club" too, so I rented a chair and umbrella for €30. (Front row was €40, but everything was sold out, except back row, by noon on this sunny Saturday). You can order drinks and food from their servers on the beach, too. Pretty civilized. Altogether, an incredible experience. read more
A very cute beach club/restaurant on the smaller Fornillo beach adjacent to Spaggio Grande. You can actually take a small complimentary boat from the main beach in Positano to Fornillo Beach, but it's also a nice 10/15min walk from beach to beach. It's definitely a quieter and seemingly more private beach! We got chairs in the first row for 30€ per person. They have a menu where you can order cocktails or bottles (we got aperol spritzs and Prosecco). You can also order food to eat at your chair. We made lunch reservations at 12pm, and we had spaghetti nerano, prawns, and red shrimp carpaccio. Everyone who worked there was lovely and attentive. Make sure to call ahead for a chair/lunch reservation! read more
Fornillo Beach, where Da Ferdinando is located, is a short 15-minute walk from the Poistano port. 15 minutes and a world away, atmospherically, from the crowds of Americans sitting shoulder to shoulder on Positano's main beach. Fornillo appealed to the side of me that prefers a quieter atmosphere. Lining the shore of Fornillo Beach are a string of beach clubs followed by a small public beach at the end. For those not familiar with beach clubs here's what's on offer: * a chaise lounge with beach umbrella; * food and drink served at that chaise lounge; * use of things like rafts, SUPs, and kayaks; and * restrooms and changing rooms. Day one I identified Da Ferdinando as the best of the lot, after looking at the menus, atmosphere, and reviews of all of the other beach clubs and stopping here for a drink. Days 2 and 3 I returned to De Ferdinando's to reserve a chaise lounge and spent the day being spoiled by their staff with food and cocktails far better than that I had almost anyplace else in Poistano. Near the end of my stay I ran into a couple I'd met on Day 1; they had tried another beach club only to conclude that Da Ferdinando's was indeed the best. Prices may change as the summer goes on, but in May a chaise lounge with umbrella, closest to the water, was about $20USD for the day. One or two rows back (that's about as far as the rows go) or later in the day the price drops significantly. Including a delicious lunch and a cocktail or two I never exceeded $50USD for the entire day. Though the walk to Da Ferdinando is short it's not flat so it's worth knowing that Da Ferdinando offers motor boat service, free of charge, to and from the Positano port. It's a nice way to get out on the water without being in the water and to keep from sweating through your clothes in Italy's summer heat. Da Ferdinando was splendid. Were I returning to Positano I've little doubt it's where I'd again spend almost every day. read more
Our visit to this restaurant was a very pleasant one. It was recommended to us by another tourist and I will recommend the future tourist to go here. Few minutes away from the crowded Positano beach you will find Fornillo Beach. They offer beach chairs and umbrellas so you can lounge here all day swimming , drinking cold beer and eating delicious food. We took the free boat to here but later I found out that you can walk there through town. But walking in Positano is very challenging so just take the boat. The customer service is wonderful, the prices are very reasonable and the views are breathtaking. Perfect place to swim and avoid crowds. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
Absolutely fantastic... saw this in a tik tok by a Positano influencer CHRISTIE https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPR7u4kjW/. As advertised a wonderful and friendly beach front restaurant with a more secluded beach -15 min walking distance or boat taxi with excellent food and drinks that also sells beach chairs. read more
3 years ago
The food at da Ferdinando was excellent. The pasta was creamy and flavorful and the lemon sorbet was very refreshing. They also served a fresh basket of bread. Everything was great including the service. read more
Great place for checking out the beach in Positano! This is located on the smaller beach in town, so it's nice not being in the middle of all the commercial stuff. Also, even though it's only a short walk away, rental prices are more affordable than at the big beach. Along with a chair rental on the beach, you get WiFi and free access to the shuttle back to the main beach where the water taxi docks. Also, while on the beach chair, you can order drinks from the menu that they'll bring right to your chair. We ordered two drinks when we were there, and both were really good. One was the house white wine, and the other was a drink with some ginger flavor that was really tasty. I'd come back here in a heartbeat on a future trip! read more
Your typical beach bar along Fornillo Beach. Pros: - fast service. We got seated immediately and got our food pretty quickly, which was key after finishing the Path of the Gods and needing a break. - good views for Fornillo Beach, a rocky beach immediately next to Positano - decently affordable - cocktails were 8 euro - free WiFi - pizza was tasty! read more
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Great service, many of the staff spoke English, and we loved that they brought our meals and drinks right to our beach chairs. We paid $7/person to rent the chairs for the whole day. Drinks and meals were reasonably priced for the Amalfi area, and delicious! I had the tuna pasta salad, which was cold and refreshing for the day, and my husband had the lasagna, which he thought was pretty standard. Great place to spend the day! read more
10 years ago
Great value beach bar that is very laid back. We had 2 excellent paninis and beers. Bill came out to 20 euro which included the tip. Great view of the beach as well. read more
7 years ago
Really cool spot right off the beach in Positano by Spiaggia di Fornillo. The place is kind of off the beaten path so if you're into the center of town be prepared to walk. Straightforward menu consisting of salads, pizza, seafood and paninis. Great beer selection too. Definitely worth a stop for lunch if your staying in or around Positano. read more
12 years ago
9 years ago
The best place in Positano!! Beautiful beach, fantastic staff and lovely Chica(dog)! Very good food, tipico Italian food!! LOVE LOVE LOVE this place!!!!! read more
8 years ago
I would give it 3.5 stars if that was an option. Food was good, but not great. Good views from the eating area. Staff was attentive and friendly and accommodated our combination of bad italian and English :). I had the meat lasagna. The portion was not too large but was sufficient. My wife had pasta with fish...it was tasty, but the portion of fish was a little small. Overall, when considering the price point, a good choice for lunch. read more
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Spiaggia di Fornillo
84017 Fornillo Spiaggia
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