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Positano Risto

Restaurant Italian restaurant

Relaxed indoor-outdoor restaurant with alcohol-free drinks & hearty plates of halal Italian cuisine. People often mention good, service, great, friendly, restaurant, Italian, staff, pasta, time, pizza,


Address

66 Bussorah St, Singapore 199479

Website

positanoristo.com

Contact

+65 6292 1866

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (1.3K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Friday: 12 to 10 pm
  • Saturday: 12 to 10 pm
  • Sunday: 12 to 10 pm
  • Monday: 12 to 10 pm
  • Tuesday: 12 to 10 pm
  • Wednesday: 12 to 10 pm
  • Thursday: 12 to 10 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (65) service (48) great (34) friendly (33) restaurant (32) Italian (32) staff (26) pasta (25) time (23) pizza (22)
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  • 5/5 Kathy L. 1 year ago on Google
    Good halal restaurant with high standard food, refreshing drinks, friendly crews, very enjoyable experience overall. The mushroom soup is aroma, both desserts are nice, too full to finish all. Had company dinner there, everyone gives a thumb up 👍🏻, highly recommended for company dinner especially with halal oversea guests.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Melvin T. 2 years ago on Google
    Surprisingly good both service and food. Love the pizza chicken which comes in three level of spiciness. The risotto was a pleasantly good. Caesar salad was a little too citrus and lack the creaminess the squid ink spaghetti was normal lacks the authenticity taste. Overall I will still recommend this place for causal dining
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Farah N. 2 years ago on Google
    Definitely one of my favourite halal Italian restaurants. The Classic Lobster Bisque was amazing!!! I enjoyed the 8-Pocket Rocket Calzone which was pretty unique. The Ricotta & Spinach Ravioli was disappointing though. Good service.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Pin Lay C. 8 months ago on Google • 179 reviews
    Went there for a gathering and the acoustics was not made for large gatherings. I do like the salad though the waiter did not ask if I wanted olives in my salad. Service was prompt for a bustling place. The ambience around the restaurant is nice as kg glam has a nice vibe. Nice area to walk around after the meal.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 ZX 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to eat at with friends as it is both halal and vegetarian friendly. Truffle fries was decent but nothing spectacular. I personally enjoyed my mushroom risotto which was cooked al-dente. Friend enjoyed her mushroom linguine as well. Dessert was pretty big with a lava cake topped on an ice cream sandwich. Service and ambience was great as well. Do remember to reserve as they can be fully booked especially on weekends.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zulhairie Bin H. 1 year ago on Google
    An amazing dining experience at Positano! Ordered various dishes and desert and thoroughly enjoyed them all! Service was excellent as well. Highly recommended if you love italian cuisine! 10/10. Spicy chicken pizza and godfather was especially good!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Salman A. 4 months ago on Google • 94 reviews
    The food was incredible. The location is convenient and accessible. Service was excellent, no doubt about it. Price wise, very competitive for the premium food you are paying for. Overall, I am satisfied. Will come again for sure.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Apurva G. 2 months ago on Google • 93 reviews New
    Got a cute table on the 2nd floor beside the window. Staff were very nice and accommodated with a friend’s bday surprise. Food was decent and prices were affordable for a big group.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Nur N. 2 years ago on Google
    Saw the restaurant had good reviews so i was really hopeful for good Italian food coming this restaurant. Ordered the risotto and ravioli along with calamari bites. The calamari bites were decent, risotto was undercooked and served with oily fried enoki and the ravioli was blend served with heaps of tomato sauce not forgetting garnished with lettuce. Service wise feels like McDonald's serve better service. Price wise not worth it at all. I don't understand how others manage to have a better experience than what i had for lunch today :(
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lemuel 8 months ago on Google
    Good food at reasonable cost. I really enjoyed the aglio olio which was perfectly al dente and very delicious (despite an empty mussel haha). Spice level can be adjusted as well. Chicken was tender and quite decent as a basic main. Keen to try the fish and chips or steak next time. Truffle fries and bruschetta were okay. Desserts were wonderful, lava cake was worth it. Staff were very responsive and friendly, and attended to all our sauce needs. Will recommend.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 anam m. 2 months ago on Google • 53 reviews New
    Hands down the best risotto and I absolutely loved the mushroom bruschetta. The mango shake was also very refreshing. AND the place is halal.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 sy l. 5 months ago on Google • 18 reviews
    Great place for western halal food. We got a few dishes for sharing as we were spoilt for choice. Service was personable and staff was upfront that they had sold out of some items, that we should order dessert in advance and that we would have to wait, which I appreciated. They were also very attentive but also let us sit and not chase us away when we finished our meal. Food was delicious and I’ll be back to try more dishes for sure.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Alvin G. 3 months ago on Google • 76 reviews New
    Patronised the place on a Friday evening with a big group. During ordering, staff was very enthusiastic about recommending us their food and went ahead to order for us. However, the food took more than 1 hr to serve, and they over ordered the food for us. By the time the mains arrived, it was 9.40pm. The food was awful and bland, not authentic Italian food. Can't believe waited for so long and was served with food worse than hawker centre. Feel embarrassed for them that they still can proudly say all their food were sold out.

  • 5/5 Ibni S. 3 months ago on Google • 10 reviews New
    For the longest time, I don't know why have I not gone here for the No. 1 Halal Italian dishes they have on the menu. Simple & always delicious, what stand out most is their service! Every staff there are always prompting if our requests have been met. They allowed us to switch tables if needed. They offered their recommended dishes as well as creating conversations with other customers including my partner & me! We ordered 2 appetisers & 1 mains but I can safely say that the servings was adequate. Wish we had more room for desserts 🤣 Presentation was 8/10 but what's more important is the taste. For its Fettucine Carbonara, its not too creamy so you choose not to have it tasted in that way. Location was convenient & close to what Haji Lane & Arab St has to offer on a Friday evening. Thank you for your service & I hope this remains as the No. 1 Halal Italian Restaurant in Singapore!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jehan A. 4 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Wonderful food and good service by the team. The prawn risotto was good and the lasagna is also recommended. Loved our waiter’s persona, tireless and passionately handling customers and introducing the food that arrives with an Italian flair…
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 sofea '. 2 months ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    The atmosphere was really ambient and the food was really really delicious! Will definitely come back here again! 🥰🤩 The soft shell crab and the pizza was really really good too!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Firdaus Abdul M. 2 years ago on Google
    As a legit Italian joint, this place falls way short. Steep prices considering the quality of food on offer. Ravioli was undercooked and served with lettuce for some reason. Strange. The tomato-based sauce was as generic as they come. Not sure why the need to add cherry tomatoes into the mix as well. LINO has a similar dish that’s done a lot simpler & better. The Mac n Cheese (is this even Italian?) was similar to the pre-prepared boxed kind you’d get from the supermart. The addition of crabmeat didn’t really do much for the dish. Go to Bar Cicheti or Pasta Bar if you’re looking for a proper Italian experience. Come here for the off-brand version at premium prices.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 irza i. 2 years ago on Google
    Everything is sooooo good! their service is good too. I love their lamb shank. the portion is big. their salmon is fresh and not overcooked. only their dessert is a quite expensive and small portion. damage cost is around $50 per pax. yeah, it was quite expensive. suitable for special occasions. recommend for you to make a reservation first before you come down.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Muhammad Faisal Zainol A. 1 year ago on Google
    Walk-In lunch for 2 at around 1pm. The place is quite packed but we manage to get a spot. Ordered the starter Truffle fries & Mozzarella Balls, both were delicious & quite filling. The main dish arrive shortly, black squid ink & mushroom linguini which was well prepared. Do take note the black squid ink dish is very spicy. Ordered the caramel cheesecake which was so lovely. The place has a very good ambient since we got seated on the 2nd floor. Best to make reservation for big groups as seats are limited.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Faith 1 year ago on Google
    A very pretty and comfortable place with amazing staff and food! I love all of their dishes, especially the truffle risotto because it simply warms my heart. Everything was shared within 3 pax and we left being full! The dessert is a MUST TRY. I Love it so much and the chocolate is just so amazing and warm. Really an enjoyable place!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ida N. 1 year ago on Google
    A lovely double date with friends to celebrate my birthday. A pleasant ambience with sufficient distance between tables to ensure private conversations. Food was served fast, and tasted great, portions were just right and the service crew was friendly and attentive. Definitely a go-to for halal Italian dining. Well done!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Muhammed Fadli Z. 11 months ago on Google
    It’s our first time here, even though they opened for few years rest assured it won’t be our last time. We were approached by Mr Faisal whom assisted us from the moment he saw us reading the menu, with a very warm and welcoming service. We asked for recommendations and he explain to us from starter to dessert. We ordered what was recommended by him (spicy chicken pizza, sirloin steak with bone marrow sauce and 4 cheese Gnocchi with no regrets the food was extremely good. An unexpected surprised from him a complimentary dessert which I forgotten to ask what was the name of it, again it’s was so good as well. Overall experience was superb from food and services!! Shout out to him and the team.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 indira a. 10 months ago on Google
    Love the food here. Everything I ordered was good. From salad to pasta✨. Price wise is ok, it’s worth. Better book a table before walk in. Its kinda small but enough. Has 2 floors and also has outdoor area.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ka L. 11 months ago on Google
    Lasagne ($19.95++) is an absolute must try. Well baked and appropriately cheesy with a generous amount of beef. My friends tried the following, and were very impressed with the portion of the beef burger ($16.90++). The fettucine carbonara ($18.95++) and chicken Alfredo linguine ($22.95++) were decent too. We were seated at the second floor which offered a nice respite from the heat. Servers were attentive and efficient.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 cys e. 11 months ago on Google
    Very nice halal Italian food restaurant. Very close to what u can get in Italy. The service is prompt and friendly. Serving portion is big and enough to eat happily.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 k c. 9 months ago on Google
    Service is good with friendly staff. Food is served quite fast, they are tasty, but all tend to be on the salty side. The call out for us is the squid ink seafood spaghetti and the five cheeses pizza. The thin crust was impressive. The spaghetti cooked Al Dante. The lobster bisque was nice but too salty; the soft shell crab for the linguine was not fresh, fried in thick batter and tasted weird. The ambience is at best so so…
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 YJ O. 6 months ago on Google
    Great food, great service. Close to zero waiting time for table as I had a reservation. Remember to reserve your tables!! Do try out their chef signatures such as pasta, pizza, platters and dessert!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Pei Y. 5 months ago on Google
    Had a great time dining here! The food is great and service is awesome. We asked for some chilli on the side and they did all the way out to get the right chilli for us. The place is brightly lit and very cosy. Thank you team positano’s Hisham, Rado, Putri and Amirul for the great experience!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Siti Elisa Mohd S. 5 months ago on Google
    I had an outstanding experience at Positano restaurant on Busorrah Street. The staff, including Rado, Hisham, Amirul, and Putri, were exceptionally friendly and welcoming, making our visit truly enjoyable. Despite not having a reservation, we were graciously provided with a comfortable seating area when we visited on Tuesday, November 14th, 2023, with my girlfriends and their daughter. The food at Positano was not just nice; it was very, very nice! Each dish was a delightful blend of flavors and quality ingredients. Moreover, the dessert was nothing short of deliziosa. The culinary experience was memorable, and the service from the staff further enhanced our overall satisfaction. I'm already looking forward to returning to Positano, and this time, I plan to bring my cousins and sisters along. A big thank you to the entire team for the awesome service. Highly recommended!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Isaac 9. 5 months ago on Google
    If I could give a 6 star for service, I would say the tall guy outside who greeted us was marvelous. He is the epitome of service . I bet he worked in a Michelin restaurant before. He checked on us, top up our water, and even brought extra napkins for my daughter cause he knew that carbonara could be messy. So yes. 6 🌟 star for his service. Carbonara was creamy, and the Squid ink pasta was spicy nice. Would try their other dishes next time.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 siti suhaila s. 3 months ago on Google New
    Been here a couple times before in the past and the food and service never fail to amaze me each time:) Special shout-out and thanks to our waiter Sasi who provided excellent service to us with his warmth, humour and friendliness. He went the extra mile and took initiative to even separate the soup and plate it nicely into 2 separate bowl when I told him I wanted to order 1 soup but to share it which I found really nice. He was very helpful and checked on us regularly to ensure our satisfaction and comfort. I love the calzone, squid ink pasta, truffle mushroom soup and brushetta just to name a few :) Highly recommended to visit this Italian gem :)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 thiensen l. 3 months ago on Google • 44 reviews New
    I was here for my company dinner. Each person average order around 50 dollars plus worth, can barely get you a main, drink and a dessert. The food here is not worth the money. I ordered a truffle mushroom pizza, cafe latte and tiramisu. I wasn't expecting much from the tiramisu so it was just a comforting end to my meal, which is just sweet. The pizza was big in portion, but thin in crust. So the expectation was for the crust to be crispy and it was crispier that Papadam. The flour was not fragrant and it was a bit charred and dry. The truffle oil was a bit too much of a drizzle so it was overpowering at the start. The coffee was over-extracted so it's a pity because I believe the coffee was of decent grade. A side note for another dish, which is the ravioli. The ravioli was stated to be hand made. But the more I look, the more it looks like dumpling skin with spinach and cottage cheese. And evidently the cheese to spinach ratio is not balance. Food aside, the service level was unexpectedly terrible. We waited for more than one hour for the mains to be served. Appetisers were served swiftly upon being seated. But the long wait starts after that. My group of people is 16 big and we were told to pre-order before coming because of the possible long wait time. But still to no avail. Couldn't imagine what it would be like if we didn't pre-order. I just pity the staff who have to constantly address our queries. Overall, if you have a very sweet tooth and you want to try some dessert, can consider coming here. But the mains and drinks are not worth a try in my honest opinion. PS: if you see a poster about Murphy's law in the restaurant, it's a red flag. Avoid as much as possible.

  • 3/5 Tygerlily L. 3 months ago on Google • 10 reviews New
    Food standards and tastes have dropped tremendously. The seafood was from frozen sources and not fresh. No more complimentary ice or warm water. Am very disappointed by the whole dining experience as it was not the same as before. May be the last visit here, although it was my top choice previously.

  • 5/5 Muzafar Md Y. 5 years ago on Google
    Very cozy ambience. Good food. Great service! Very family oriented and very important it’s HALAL authentic italian food!!

  • 4/5 Jasmine L. 4 years ago on Google
    The food was good and generous in portion! Value for money. What else can we ask for when we are craving for food Italian food in Singapore ? They have drinks with interesting names :) Oh yes! This restaurant is Halal Certified too!

  • 5/5 Jodie 4 years ago on Google
    Delicious pasta and good service! The manager was helpful and offered us suggestions on what to order. The mac and cheese was super good and I have gone back to eat it again with my friends. I had informed them that it was a hens night for a friend and they had provided the bride with a dessert. Nice touch to end the night on a good note!

  • 4/5 Sarah 4 years ago on Google
    Very good halal Italian restaurant. Do make your reservations to ensure availability as it is quite popular. Menu is quite extensive and full of things we had never tried before. We came as a group of friends and because we would like to share our food we ordered them and asked for plates which they happily obliged. Would have loved to have some bread for dipping so that we can slip up the left over sauces and dip in their olive oils which they served to is once we sat down.

  • 4/5 Syahirah H. 4 years ago on Google
    Had the Boston lobster pasta, lamb shank, truffle fries and supreme calzone. Overall really decent and delicious food! Came here for late lunch and the service was great. Worth a try!

  • 4/5 Charis F. 4 years ago on Google
    Staff are friendly and have quick service. Food was delicious - not too greasy for the fried stuff, and absolutely flavoursome. Enjoyed the food very much, and definitely some of the few good Italian places. Drinks were also delectable.

  • 4/5 Angelina 3 years ago on Google
    The food and ambience is great. Our server Chris was friendly and gave recommendations. I would come again.

  • 5/5 Ernest N. 4 years ago on Google
    Authentic italian food. Cosy and very friendly service. They also provide delivery for functions with a minimum order.

  • 5/5 Sany D P. 4 years ago on Google
    Halal Italian Restaurant. Food was tasteful. Servings were moderate. Staff were friendly and always smiling regardless. A definite recommendation and will come again soon. Kudos.

  • 5/5 Raz R. 3 years ago on Google
    Came here for dinner, the service was good and staff worked quickly. I ordered the beef ragu fettucine – beef was super tender and ragu sauce was well made, loved everything about it. The portion's just nice, kept me full for the rest of the day. The meatballs in their spaghetti were also cheese-filled, it was a pleasant surprise. Place is generally nice and cozy, food is great and reasonably priced as well. I'd come back again :)

  • 5/5 Leonard C. 3 years ago on Google
    great pizza crust: thin, crispy with good chew. Arancini very more-ish. Not pictured: squid ink pasta also very good, slightly spicy which lightens a thick sauce.

  • 5/5 Fadiah K. 3 years ago on Google
    Service was top notched and food was great too!

  • 5/5 Erina F. 3 years ago on Google
    I went here because Because it was highly late on trip advizer. Friendly staffs told us recommend menu kindly. and The crispy pizza that can only be eaten here are excellent!! it is also Instagramable!

  • 2/5 Julian A. 3 years ago on Google
    Italian restaurant, but NO wine card. No alcool at all. Overall good pizza. Very slow service.

  • 5/5 Nur Latifah A. 3 years ago on Google
    **posted this on trip advisor but it doesn't allow me to put more photos so I'm gonna put it here. Hahahahaha** My girls and I had the pleasure to be served by Chris as he was very professional and he ensures that the food and the ambience is really really good. It was our first time attending to the restaurant and it kind of blew our mind. We ordered the party meal for 5 as it gives us the chance to try something that is out of the norm, especially with the fact that we wanted to have our night more colorful,with the help of the mocktail choices that we wanted to try. So far the one I chose (Sky Walker) was alright, but Dana colada really blew me away. The fact that there's a dragon fruit in the mocktail was surprisingly refreshing and it was really really good. Its not too sweet compared to Lychee, where it was pretty thick and I wouldn't mind coming back again just to order the Dana Colada. One of the appetizers that we ordered has become my favourite too and that would be the bruschetta. I love how the mushrooms were to well sauteed and placed over the baguette. It was perfect. Not too oily and the baguette is not too hard either. It was just nice and the taste still lingers till this day. It was really good. The pastas on the other hand was alright, I actually thought the item that was placed in the middle of the carbonara is a mashpotato but it's actually a poached egg. Which is really surprising. The squid ink is a little bit salty for me, maybe it's because it's suppose to be the super spicy but instead we ordered mild as one of our girls couldn't handle spicy food. Maybe we can try the super spicy version during the next round when we come. The classics that we chose was really lucky. Actually we wanted to have ravioli, however it was sold out. So we decided to try Granny Smith scallop risotto and the taste was way beyond our expectations. It was awesome. Really great. The desserts were alright especially with the sudden birthday celebration which left my group speechless, because it was unplanned but we're happy that the birthday girl was really thankful for it. So yeah that is all. Thank you for making our reunion night awesome ??????

  • 5/5 Nurul H. 3 years ago on Google
    Had a wonderful time at Positano Risto yesterday. The ambiance was perfect, the waiters are very friendly and food is really good.. What else could we ask for?.. Everything was so lovely. We had a mini celebration for a friend's birthday and Supervisor Chris was very tactful and very knowledgeable in recommending us popular dishes in the menu. Would definitely come back again. Thank you for the wonderful service experience! :)

  • 4/5 HaniyahThe P. 3 years ago on Google
    Good foods. Nice ambience. Great service.

  • 2/5 sabrina a. 3 years ago on Google
    Not worth the money!

  • 5/5 Heidir De S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Velly's wife (Original) Velly naise

  • 5/5 Emilia L. 3 years ago on Google
    Love the dessert. Great place for a date...

  • 1/5 Siti F. 3 years ago on Google
    Ordered one of their appetizers, Arancini balls and their Whole Boston Lobster Fettuccine. Their food was straight up disgusting. It was tasteless and the lobster wasn’t fresh. The pasta was meant for 2 but look at the portion as compared to the plate. We came in hungry but after taking a few bites, we lost our appetites. Had high expectations because it wasn’t cheap. Never again.

  • 5/5 Fatih K. 3 years ago on Google
    We went there for dinner with my friend. They welcomed us sincerely. desks are arranged with great attention to social distance. The atmosphere of the restaurant was very nice. Cleanliness and hygiene was very good. We really liked the food. The service is very high quality and fast. We plan to come again next time. I hope you continue this way.

  • 5/5 Gladys E. 3 years ago on Google
    The ambiance is cozy. I liked their outdoor setting. Reservation is needed, booked mine online. I ordered their signature Boston Lobster Pasta, it was delicious and the price is reasonable, worth the try and worth the price!

  • 5/5 Imran M. 3 years ago on Google
    Azrin accommodate to our family iftar request professionally and patiently. Truly touched by his service and Positano Risto

  • 3/5 EzekielEthoNinja O. 4 years ago on Google
    Customer service was fantastic, gonna give props to that but food was disappointing. Decided to come here for dinner because of the good reviews and came here with high expectations as well. Steak for $28, could have expected a better quality. Wanted Medium Rare but the steak came well done and cold. Carbonara was dry and not enough seasoning.

  • 4/5 Mandy H. 4 years ago on Google
    Great ambiance and good service! Chocolate lava cake is amazing!!!

  • 5/5 SK W. 4 years ago on Google
    Halal Italian... for what it is, serves up very good Calzone pizza.. warm service

  • 5/5 Mohammad F. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing Italian food.

  • 4/5 Lin Piah S. 4 years ago on Google
    We had spaghetti, amalfi chicken and oreo shake - all of a decent standard. The staff was courteous and helpful, they made it a great evening out for us.

  • 5/5 Rick V. 4 years ago on Google
    Delicious food and wonderfully kind and friendly service.

  • 5/5 Ella S. 4 years ago on Google
    awesome ♥️

  • 4/5 Rizal F. 4 years ago on Google
    pretty good range for their menu, from their nibbles to the mains. their pizza menu looks good too, and likewise their mocktail choices. quantity and size seems a little small, but nonetheless they do taste good. staff were friendly too.

  • 5/5 Mickael G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) a big thank you to the restaurant who offered us a cake for my daughter's 7 years. Always very caring. Very good dishes ... You can go there with your eyes closed! (Original) un grand merci au resto qui nous a offert un gâteau pour les 7 ans de ma fille . Toujours aux petits soins. Plats très bons ... Vous pouvez y aller les yeux fermés !

  • 4/5 Ronnie O. 4 years ago on Google
    Ordered the lobster fettuccini for two and calamari. Service was great. Food was not bad but lobster was not the freshest. Iced cafe latte was a bit disappointing too. Would give it a 4.2

  • 5/5 Lottie F. 4 years ago on Google
    Very delicious food and drinks highly recommended, especially the creamy sea food soup and the inked squid pasta not to forget the tasty bread.....

  • 5/5 Imylsa K. 4 years ago on Google
    21/2/20 - Such amazing and attentive service! The staff are so friendly and they had managed to accommodate my last minute reservations. It was my good friend’s birthday and they had managed to make it extra special for her and by going the extra mile for us, I’m very grateful! Food here is no doubt a 100/10, the price is reasonable and I would definitely come here more often! ❤️ Highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Khatijah B. 4 years ago on Google
    Delicious halal Italian food and great, friendly staff who would go through the menu and provide recommendations!

  • 5/5 Jhoncy R. 4 years ago on Google
    Food was good. Staffwere very friendly and attentive. Food is delicious.

  • 5/5 Chandra K. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food, reasonable prices and amazing staff. What more can you ask for. Chris, my waiter on the day, was excellent!

  • 1/5 Océane Costa S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) For insect fans you will be served. Indeed, this restaurant offers you a warm welcome in the presence of cockroaches coming out of their kitchen. I do not recommend this restaurant at all, the food is not good and the cleanliness leaves something to be desired. When we came, a cockroach to appear among customers. (Original) Pour les fans d'insectes vous serez servis. En effet, ce restaurant vous réserve une accueille chaleureuse en présence de cafards sortant de leur cuisine. Je ne recommande pas du tout ce restaurant, la nourriture n'est pas bonne et la propreté laisse à désirer. Lors de notre venu, un cafard à faire son apparition au sein des clients.

  • 5/5 Heidi Z. 4 years ago on Google
    Came into this restaurant for the first time after hearing so many good reviews, so I thought I would give it a go too. No doubt that the service was spot on from the start till the finish. I told them specifically what I requested before booking a reservation and they indeed didn't let me down. They even surprised me and my date with a crème brûlée when we were about to head out, which I didn't expect it at all. Believe it or not, I would definitely go for the second round and spread the word to my followers that they should try it too. Thanks, Positano Risto! (:

  • 5/5 Anthony B. 4 years ago on Google
    Great Restaurant Lovely Food

  • 4/5 Jun A. 4 years ago on Google
    I was sceptical about this place at first. However I decided to just try since there were so many good reviews, and it did not disappoint. The staff were very friendly and attentive. Food was good as well but it’s not the greatest. Prices were affordable for the type of food. They even surprised us with a cake to celebrate our anniversary.

  • 2/5 Anni T. 4 years ago on Google
    They were open during the Lunar holidays and very busy. But as a lone diner, I was quickly shown to a table by an attentive waiter. Service was pleasant and within expectations but that is not to be said of my main order - the grilled salmon. I left about a quarter of it on the plate as half of the salmon was overcooked. Flavour was forgettable. I also had the tiramisu which was good but not the best I have tried. On paying the bill, I mentioned the unfinished salmon and was told off that only a small portion of it was overdone. The cashier reluctantly billed me for only the grilled salmon; the tiramisu was complimentary. I accepted this as fair considering I did not enjoy most of my dinner but will not return as I was made to feel like a nuisance for pointing out the less than perfect salmon.

  • 5/5 Rasheeqah A. 4 years ago on Google
    Ambiance was good.My group of 4 celebrating birthday were seated outdoor,service is good service staffs were all friendly and helpful.We are from the same line so we knew how it was when the house is full.Thank you to Azrin and his team for service rendered on 1st Feb.POSITANO RISTO team are FATBULLOUS!!!!! Sincerely from The table tt laugh alot and loud.

  • 5/5 Cindy Marie A. 4 years ago on Google
    Came here with friends for dinner and it was packed. Glad we made a reservation ? So to begin with ambience, it’s great location has open entertainment (single piece singer) so within this area you can hear him singing/performing. The location is pretty much one of the most known tourist spots in Singapore - within Arab street. Menu - great selection of pasta, pizza, sides, and drinks. They also have great promotion ongoing to get 10% off when you select set menu. Service and Waiting Time - I came here first and was attended quickly by one of their staff. I would say waiters, pretty attentive- when we raised our hands for attention. Quickly someone attended to us and took our orders. The food came one by one, not serve everything at the same time. Started first with Pizza, calamari, fries, Pasta, and last one Lava stack. I think overall we waited 20-25 minutes. Which quite decent and all food came hot which is excellent ? Quality and Portion of Food Margherita Pizza - generous portion, good for 3. Good flavour as well and thin crust just nicely crunchy yet a bit soft in the middle. Truffle Fries - not as savoury as others and again, generous portion Calamari - generous portion, the flavour is there but I found it a bit oily Pasta - loved it! Not only good portion, you can definitely see some seafood in there, again generous. And squid ink very tasty, just like fireworks in your mouth with plenty of great flavours 2 mojito mocktails - great tasty of mint and very refreshing And last served - Lava Stack, worth to try and drooling for. I mean, it’s good flavour and the Oreo ice cream just great combo with the lava cake. Price - we paid 100.25 after 10% discount for 3, which I think not bad. Definitely above hawker price but with the service, quality and portion of food, ambience. Worth it! Definitely will recommend for you to try and will come back again next time ??

  • 5/5 Amy C. 4 years ago on Google
    Had the spaghetti & meatballs pasta which was v delicious!! Was a flavour burst from the rich tomato-based mince beef sauce and the cheese-filled handmade meat balls. Highly recommended for those who favour strong flavours! Service was also very good. Staff was attentive and thoughtful in serving us!

  • 5/5 Nhyatt H. 2 years ago on Google
    Its my first visit! The food was sumptuously delicious. I've always loved italian food. Ambience great, staffs were friendly service was awesome. Overall, l loved the place will come back again.👍👍👍

  • 5/5 Puspita Tri W. 2 years ago on Google
    One of best halal Italian resto for celebrated birthday dinner here, love their foods and service, All the staff friendly. Good food, good mood and good job!

  • 4/5 Sue N. 2 years ago on Google
    Service staff are warm, friendly and polite. One can tell they are smiling behind their masks 😷 We had the bruschetta, Norwegian linguine with cream sauce and fried salmon pieces, and soft-shelled crab linguine. The cream sauce felt too rich after awhile, but good for those who enjoy a rich cream sauce base. Do order a side of bread to lap up the remaining bits of sauce 😋 The soft-shell crab linguine was seasoned well and the sauce was rich with a seafoodiness taste to it. There were slices of garlic in the sauce too, and I love garlic. Yum! The dessert was spot on - sticky date pudding which was warm that complemented the cold vanilla icecream so well. I liked how the caramel sauce was separated from the presentation so we can control the amount of sweetness that goes into the dessert. A perfect ending to our dinner!

  • 5/5 Valentino Wan Z. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice food and all the staff is friendly and helpful . Awesome Guys

  • 4/5 Clara M. 2 years ago on Google
    Booked a reservation for a Birthday Surprise. Heard and read many good things about this place hence we decided to go forth with this place. We had a few dishes nothing particularly stood out except one dish- GRILLED STRIPLOIN STEAK. 🥩Very succulent and mouth watering. 🤤 Service was standard- more to a TOUCH n Go kinda thing, but as expected. As we went during the month of Ramadan, it was busy and we weren’t the only guest. Also try out their 🍓 Strawberry Milkshake, it was delightful balanced, not overly sweet and artificial. Highly Recommended if its still on the menu! ✨

  • 5/5 Rizza V. 2 years ago on Google
    Love the experience with this place. Every food we ate tastes so good. Great ambiance, excellent food and very friendly staffs. Shoutout to Mr. Chris. Will definitely come back again.

  • 5/5 Amirul M. 2 years ago on Google
    The food is very delicious and recommended for people who is into Italian food! Do note that it is recommended to book on their website as the place is fully filled with people.

  • 5/5 Zalina I. 2 years ago on Google
    Food's a wee bit pricey. Service is excellent. Efficient and attentive without being intrusive. Love the posters around the place. Adds to the ambience and dining experience.

  • 3/5 Waqas J. 2 years ago on Google
    Went there on a rainy Sunday with friends. Placed order for four people. Asked order taker to repeat the order and it was fine until then. Drinks were served first followed by some food items. One order didn't arrive when everything was served and we waited another 5-7 mins. Upon inquiring with the waiter he said he will check on it. Came back saying they are making fresh so will take some time. Few mins later when asked again he said if it doesn't come in 2-3 mins he will pay for food. Within 2 mins he came back and said your whole order has been served and no pending item from the order. We all were shocked given how can it be as one order never came. So when asked further he said you never placed salmon fish order which was another shocker as it was given clearly and he said salmon on repeating the order as well. One person can do the mistake but all 4 people can mistake how? everybody had already finished the food and one person was sitting idle looking at others faces. Server said he will get it quickly and we agreed to it. Food was okay. Quantity was fine. Overall experience terrible due to which probably won't be going any time soon. I understand waiters are human and can make the mistake but if they in doubt then they should double check. If 4 people ordering 4 drinks and 4 items or supposedly 3 items then you should confirm with them to make sure you are not missing anything. Afterall it wasn't a family deal or something where they can share. How can it be avoided. By giving a temporary food bill showing the customer order so that mistake can be rectified if any. Customers also need to double check their order and make sure no mistake due to miscommunication.

  • 5/5 Stephanie S. 2 years ago on Google
    SO GOOD. Tried the Boston lobster pasta for 2 and it was really so flavourful, you could even taste the lobster in the sauce. They gave a whole Boston lobster as well as a generous serving of pasta (fed 2 pretty large eaters sufficiently) so very value-for-money at $69.95 too. Service was impeccable as well, will definitely be back to try more things on their pretty extensive menu!

  • 4/5 Aisyah K. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely food as usual. We were lucky to get seats with walk-in on a Saturday! The 8-pocket calzone was a lovely delight with yummy burrata n crust filled with surprises(mushroom & beef pastrami). Crayfish pasta came with an option with different spiciness level which was good. Lovely ambience.

  • 5/5 Nur A. 2 years ago on Google
    I had a good experience, of cuz we reserved a seat before going. Fell in love with the mac&cheese 🥰 and squid ink seafood spaghetti was yummy too! The mocktail was one of a kind. Seems like a lot of people ordered the same too! The service was fast and the quantity of the food was just nice too! Perhaps I should swing by again soon!

  • 5/5 samymorty 2 years ago on Google
    i don't know why this place has such bad reviews, did i go at the right time, right day? i went to the restaurant yesterday, at around 3pm. the food was really good and portions were decent. the moment they were served i told myself, i will come back here again. my experience there was also very pleasant as staff were really friendly and the food was served fast.

  • 5/5 Roy H. 2 years ago on Google
    The Chicken pesto pasta is really good. Good portion and they're very generous with the amount of chicken in the pasta. Tried Lychee di Menta and it tasted so refreshing! A great drink for a hot day. The staff were pleasant and nice.

  • 5/5 myadidas91 1 year ago on Google
    Their Norwegian Salmon 🍝 was excellent. Came as advertised. Certainly lives up to its brand image as Singapore’s best halal Italian restaurant. The classic lobster bisque and shrimp poppers were great complimentary dishes and you can’t go wrong with root 🍺 float. Would def dine there again and next time, I’ma try the 🍕. Positano Risto !!! 👏

  • 5/5 Luxonance 2 years ago on Google
    This Italian restaurant is located in Bussorah St, commonly known as the area of Arab St. It has 2 levels to it and its quite spacious, definitely big enough for a couple of 10 pax families to be sitted side by side. The atmosphere of the restaurant is pretty normal and nothing much to say but it's simple and clean, pretty much what you would expect from a restaurant. The waiters are very customer friendly and are always checking on the tables to see whether everything is going well and asking the customers about their meals. The kitchen is pretty fast in my experience, doesn't take more than 30 minutes for the mains to be served to the table. Now talking about the dishes and menu. It's a standard Italian menu with pasta, pizza, ravioli etc. The pizza is by far one of the best pizzas I've tasted in Singapore. I'm not a pizza lover but to make me want to eat the pizza again here says a lot about the taste and quality. Obviously the main stars of the menu are the pasta, they have about 10 different pasta dishes listed and from sampling the pasta that my group ordered, most of them are really worth the price and they are also really satisfying and filling. Would definitely come here often if I want to get my Italian fix and would recommend it to friends. Its very nice atmosphere for those who are looking to laugh and chat and overall friendly place too.

  • 5/5 CP 1 year ago on Google
    Came here quite a few times (and it’s all during lunch and more amazingly always for a farewell get-together meal). The food is good. In this visit, I get to savour the dishes shown and they are great - 8-Pocket Rocket Calzone, Lamb Shank, and Beef Ragu Fettuccine. The place is packed during lunch, it was so before Covid and now, a reflection of the popularity of this place. The owners are very friendly who kept apologising for being short-handed, though we did not really have to wait that long for the food to be served.

  • 5/5 Calvin H. 1 year ago on Google
    Food quality was high - flavoursome and delicious and very Italian authentic yet served halal. Service staff has been helpful but too busy so ice water came a bit late. Otherwise great ambience and great food - has returned twice!

  • 5/5 Rene Y. 11 months ago on Google
    Went as a party of 6. We didn't get to try the signature items as it was during the Ramadan period but most of the food ordered were not too bad. Truffle fries and the steak burger were a tad salty for me but flavour wise was still acceptable. Reservations is recommended.

  • 5/5 ayethirah 10 months ago on Google
    Food was delicious! Staff were friendly and accommodating to us as well. A little pricey but worth it 😋 Would definitely come here again!

  • 5/5 P 1 year ago on Google
    Finally managed to dine here, and food was great! Not overly expensive too. Service was just perfect, and best service I’ve had in awhile. 1) Mozzarella cheese stick was done well, and sauce (blend of tomato and chilli?) was super yummy. 2) Mushroom reduction sauce was also really yummy, and if the asparagus were not fibrous, and the brown sticks remained crispy, I think that’d have been perfect. 3) The sticky pudding was the best way to complete the meal (we’ve had the Scottish sticky pudding in a small town in Scotland before, and it almost taste the same except they flood it with more sauce in Scotland haha).

  • 5/5 Yvonne P. 1 year ago on Google
    We had a pleasant experience at Positano. While we were unable to reserve online for our large party of 7 fairly last minute, Yazid the restaurant manager managed to accommodate us. Food was great, I especially liked the salmon pasta and pizza 👍🏻

  • 4/5 Seng Choon C. 9 months ago on Google
    Food taste great but is on the salty side. Service is good and prompt. The restaurant atmosphere can be better. Overall, it is a good place for group dinner.

  • 5/5 Junaidi K. 9 months ago on Google
    My wife and I have had the pleasure of being regulars at this amazing Italian restaurant. We've sampled numerous Italian eateries in the past, but the unique selling proposition here has to be their halal offerings, something that truly sets them apart. The staff at this restaurant deserves a special shout out. They are not just friendly, but truly attentive, ensuring our dining experience is exceptional every time we visit. The service is top-notch, making us feel welcome and valued, a combination not commonly found in every establishment. Cleanliness, often a crucial but overlooked aspect of any restaurant, is meticulously maintained here. The environment is clean and hygienic, adding to the overall experience, and allowing us to relax and enjoy our meal with peace of mind. Their pricing deserves a special mention. Affordable yet in no way compromising on the quality or taste of their food, they have struck the perfect balance, making it a wonderful destination for casual dining or even special occasions. Now onto the food itself. The pasta here has won us over time and again. With its perfect firm texture, it's truly an epitome of how pasta should be done. The lamb shank, too, was incredibly well-prepared - tender, flavorful, and with no trace of gaminess, it left us savoring every bite. I am more than happy to recommend this Italian restaurant for anyone seeking a beautiful fusion of traditional Italian cuisine with halal options. Whether you're a devout fan of Italian cuisine like us, or just exploring new options, this place is a must-visit. From their spotless environment, to their welcoming staff, to their delicious food, this restaurant ticks all the boxes for a great dining experience. We can't wait to return for our next meal!

  • 5/5 Amos C. 7 months ago on Google
    Left: Spicy chicken pizza 🌶️🐔; signature flavor, simply must try. Right: Margarita 🍕. A creamy version of the a classic. The crust is light and crispy. Like it a lot. Service is great, owners are friendly and helpful too.

  • 5/5 Xuan N. 8 months ago on Google
    Really love the vibe at Positano Risto whereby the restaurant given positive vibe by the surrounding quotes and staff is friendly. The portion of the food is big, very tasty and staff are welcoming!They ensure the customers enjoyed their meal 👍🏻Highly recommended

  • 3/5 Mela H. 6 months ago on Google
    Good service and atmosphere. Food quality need to be reviewed by owners for its consistency. Don’t let ignorance of staffs bring down its reputation. Other than that, good range of menu and owners are friendly.

  • 3/5 Sherr L. 7 months ago on Google
    came here expecting good food because of the reviews and sadly left disappointed. food was super average and pretty pricey, but I guess it is OK considering the location. canned drinks were $3.95, and the coke that we received tasted weird and flat. five cheese pizza was meh as there was not much cheesy flavour, though the watery blue cheese sauce was pretty tasty. was recommended the soft shell crab linguine, but all of us agreed it tasted weird (it was really bland), so we got it refired, and it was better but still just alright. tasted like lobster bisque pasta with a very oily soft shell crab. portions are pretty big, our party of 3 were full from a pizza, pasta, truffle fries and a creme brulee. the bill came up to about $100. service is great. :)

  • 5/5 R OME p. 2 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    The foods and drinks are all delicious. Walkin for 3 pax for dinner on 16/2/24. Service is good. Expensive but worth it. Would come again for special occasion n strongly recommended.♥️♥️♥️
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