CAFFE POSITANO

Is CAFFE POSITANO a safe place to eat? Mostly — a B (88/100) at its latest inspection, January 28, 2026. That visit logged 1 intermediate and 9 basic violations.

Its latest visit (January 28, 2026) logged 1 intermediate and 9 basic violations. Diners rate it 4.5 across 1,848 reviews. By health score it's safer than 37% of Seminole County restaurants we grade. Menus here flag options for vegetarian, keto, paleo, and healthy diners.

Trend: improving · B (88/100) · safer than 37% of Seminole County restaurants we grade

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Restaurant details

Health grade
B (88/100)
Violations
10 total — 1 intermediate, 9 basic
Address
3030 E SEMORAN BLVD STE 108, Apopka, FL
Cuisine
Italian
Categories
Italian restaurant, Pizza restaurant, Pizza Takeout, Restaurant
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.5 stars (1848 reviews)
Seats
175
Phone
(407) 774-8080
Website
Official website
Photo of CAFFE POSITANO
Photo: Caffe Positano

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.5 Community-sourced rating 1,848 reviews
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What diners say — our read

50% of reviews here touch on how guests are treated, more than any other theme. How guests are treated tends to be raised approvingly here, averaging 5.0 stars. After that, how much food arrives appears most often — 33% of the corpus, averaging 5.0.

Of the 18 rated reviews, 18 sit at four stars or better and 0 at two or below. Freshness and temperature shows up in 28% of reviews as well, averaging 5.0.

The kitchen graded a B (88/100) on 1 intermediate and 9 basic violations at its last inspection, which is roughly where the reviews sit too. That inspection was on January 28, 2026. The trend across inspections is improvement. That puts it ahead of 37% of graded kitchens in Seminole County. Among the items recorded were potentially hazardous foods properly thawed and single-service and single-use items.

Nothing here pulls in opposite directions — an unusually clean read. Everything above is computed from the 18 reviews reproduced below.

Our own analysis of 18 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 28, 2026

    Very good experience! Food was amazing, and wonderful service.

  • June 12, 2026

    Kayla was so wonderful!! Came into town for a funeral unfortunately but she brightened my day!! Limeoncello was out of this world and the owner remembered my mom which was the best!

  • May 30, 2026

    I got a wonderful steak and I didn’t get his name, but I assume the manager was so nice. He made the experience 10 times better and we ordered a crème brûlée and they said they were gonna do it in front of me but they didn’t and we told him and he gave us a free one and let me do it and he was so nice and we took it to go and he let us take the dish with us

  • May 30, 2026

    The Mama Mia with chicken over pasta was AMAZING! The bread was fresh and warm. The portions are large. The staff is friendly. They were REALLY busy.

  • May 24, 2026

    As always, the service food and staff were excellent.

  • May 20, 2026

    This is one of my very favorite restaurants, though I have not been here for quite a few months. We ended up going for dinner last night and as usual the food was fantastic and so is the service and it made for a beautiful evening. Thank you, Brandy, our waitress, who kept up with us was fun and friendly thank you! It will be hard not to go back there this week for another wonderful dinner, but I’m sure I will be back again within the month as it is always fabulous. You can’t miss out on trying this restaurant. It is superb!

  • May 15, 2026

    First time getting anything from here, I got the garlic knots and a spaghetti with meatballs! The portions are huge which is great! The good taste great, only thing would be maybe a little more seasoning in the sauce for the spaghetti! But other than that it’s great

  • May 7, 2026

    Great Italian restaurant. We tried the Stromboli, Veal Gorgonzola, and Baked Manicotti. Out of the three, our favorite was the Veal Gorgonzola because of the rich sauce and perfectly cooked veal. It was an excellent dish. The Baked Manicotti was our second favorite. The pasta was great, and the tomato sauce had a well-balanced acidity that was not overpowering. The Stromboli was also very good, perfectly cooked and served with a delicious sauce inside it. Overall, we had a wonderful dinner and really enjoyed the ambience.

  • May 4, 2026

    We had 3 hours to kill and needed to eat lunch so glad we picked this Italian restaurant Caffe Positano. Family owned great food all made fresh. So hard to find today.

  • April 28, 2026

    Good selection and big portions. Quick service.

  • April 24, 2026

    Excellent food and large portions. Espresso Martini was excellent as well.

  • April 18, 2026

    Comida Italiana, excelente sabor. There is Italian food with excellent cuisine.

  • April 16, 2026

    The food was delicious and the portions were served family style. I love when you can taste the garlic in the food. The pasta was al dente and the sauce was scrumptious! The servers were friendly and attentive.Shout out to my waitress Brandee, she took good care of us. I'll have left overs for 2 days! Will definately come back for that eggplant rollatini. My only complaint is the restaurant was too cold for me. Luckily there was outdoor seating. Next time I'll wear pants and a long sleeve shirt to sit inside. Loved this place

  • April 14, 2026

    Wonderful, varied and authentic Italian cuisine served by friendly staff. Exceptionally friendly owner who is truly dedicated to providing his guests with the best in food and service. Prices are reasonable and quality is superb. Highly recommend, especially for lovers of Italian cuisine. Looking forward to my next visit!

  • April 11, 2026

    Super bueno y barato. Tiene muy buenos precios.

  • April 10, 2026

    Café Positano is an amazing place to eat and the food is spectacular. Above all, when you go, you are treated as family and that makes Positano one of the best places to eat in Central Florida.

  • March 29, 2026

    Tried a new Italian restaurant in the area with my family, and I’m honestly beyond impressed. I’ve been to quite a few Italian spots before, but this one really stands out—it has that true homemade quality you just don’t find everywhere. The food tasted like it came straight out of a grandmother’s kitchen—rich, comforting, and made with amazing ingredients. Even my kids kept saying it felt like “grandma food,” which says a lot! On top of that, the portions were generous, so you definitely get your money’s worth. The ambience was warm and inviting, making it perfect for a family outing, and the service was professional and outstanding from start to finish. Great prices, incredible food, and a welcoming atmosphere—I’ll definitely be coming back!

  • March 25, 2026

    Caffe Positano is one of those places that instantly feels special. The food is always fantastic, the atmosphere warm and inviting, and every visit feels like a treat. But what truly sets it apart is Pasquale. He doesn’t just run the restaurant—he pours his heart into it. He greets you like family, checks in with genuine care, and if you’re lucky, he’ll even slip into the kitchen to whip up a special dish just for you. It’s that kind of personal touch that makes Caffe Positano unforgettable.

Overall Score

67 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 30/40
    Grade B
  • Dietary transparency 13/20
    4 options listed
  • Community rating 18/20
    4.5★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 6/10
    Improving, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
11 AM to 9 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 9 PM
Wednesday
11 AM to 9 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 9 PM
Friday
11 AM to 10 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 10 PM
Sunday
11 AM to 9 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. January 28, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    0 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 9 basic

    • 06 — Potentially hazardous foods properly thawed
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×5)
    • 25 — Single-service and single-use items
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
    • 53 — Food manager certification; employee food-safety training
  2. October 20, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 11 basic

    • 02 — Consumer advisory, date-marking & labeling of ready-to-eat foods (×2)
    • 06 — Potentially hazardous foods properly thawed
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage (×2)
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×6)
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)

Safer options nearby

Higher-graded restaurants close to CAFFE POSITANO, by Florida DBPR grade:

  • TACO BELL 036232

    3.1★ 0.1 mi away

  • MCDONALD'S #6465

    3.5★ 0.1 mi away

  • TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFÉ

    4.4★ 0.1 mi away

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: January 28, 2026