Chez Black
Italian-Pizzeria · Spiaggia Grande, Positano
Restaurant in Positano, Italy
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Beach-Terrace Classics
Chef
Various
Dress
Casual
Why go
Chez Black is worth booking when the plan calls for casual Italian-pizzeria dining in Positano rather than a formal Campanian meal. It suits mixed groups and easy beach-level meals, with Opinionated About Dining Casual in Europe recognition adding credibility. For a more regionally specific dinner, cross-shop Da Vincenzo.
About Chez Black
Chez Black is a casual Italian-pizzeria option in Positano. Choose it when the group wants an informal Italian-pizzeria meal, casual dress, daily service that runs from midday into the evening. It is better framed as an informal option than as a fine-dining or tasting-menu destination.
Choose it for easy Italian-pizzeria energy, not a sourcing lecture
The useful way to think about this place is category first. Italian-pizzeria means the appeal is accessibility: a casual frame and a menu direction that can work for mixed groups better than a highly specific dining brief. That matters when the goal is simply to settle on a relaxed Positano meal.
Keep the ingredient angle in perspective: make the decision on the category rather than on a sourcing story. Choose it when the category itself fits the night. If you want to compare it with another restaurant before deciding, consider Da Vincenzo.
Timing matters more than formality
Chez Black's schedule is broad: Monday through Friday and Sunday from 12–11 pm, Saturday from 12–11:30 pm. That makes it useful for travelers who want a midday, afternoon, or evening meal rather than a narrow dinner-only plan.
Recognition from Opinionated About Dining's Casual in Europe list, where Chez Black is ranked #664 for 2024, gives it a modest trust signal. Still, that recognition should not be overread as a fine-dining promise. The safer expectation is casual Italian-pizzeria dining in Positano, with planning based on the hours and the needs of your group.
Who should choose it, who should cross-shop
Choose Chez Black if the group wants Italian-pizzeria breadth, casual dress, a Positano meal that does not need to be highly formal. Cross-shop Cala Marinai if you want another option to compare, or La Coquille if the group wants to consider a different choice before committing.
For another restaurant comparison, Da Vincenzo is a useful reference point. For readers mapping a broader stay, start with our full Positano restaurants guide, then pair dining planning with our full Positano hotels guide and our full Positano bars guide.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 12–11 pm · Tuesday: 12–11 pm
- Location
- Via del Brigantino, 19, 84017 Positano SA, Italy
- Website
- chezblack.it
- Phone
- +39 089 875036
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Chez Black presents a bracingly casual, scenic beachside experience that leans into its long history rather than polish. You arrive to a wide terrace edged by striped umbrellas and plastic chairs, with boats bobbing just offshore and the smell of brine and olive oil in the air. The place feels lived-in and bustling—tourists in swimwear, waitstaff moving with practiced efficiency—and its lively, uncurated character is part of the appeal. Rather than striving to impress, Chez Black delights through repetition and simplicity: a handful of classics executed reliably against a spectacular Amalfi backdrop.
Best For
This is a straightforward choice for visitors seeking a casual, seaside meal on Positano’s Spiaggia Grande. It suits daytime and early-evening dining when the terrace fills with ferry arrivals and beachgoers, offering an uncomplicated spot to enjoy the coastline without formality. The restaurant’s energy skews lively and social, so it’s ideal for informal get-togethers, relaxed meals after a boat trip, or anyone who wants an authentic, no-fuss taste of coastal Italian cooking with a view of the water.
Ordering Tips
Chez Black keeps its menu focused, so stick to the classics it is known for. The house does simple dishes well—linguine alle vongole, pizza and tiramisu are signature choices mentioned for a reason—so order one of the pasta options or a pizza and finish with the tiramisu. Embrace the casualness of the setting: choose a table on the terrace to watch the boats and the beach, and arrive as many guests do, by ferry, to make the most of the waterfront setting and lively atmosphere.
Venue details
Ambiance
Lively beachfront atmosphere with charming nautical decor featuring burnished wood, brass, and mermaids, enhanced by the vibrant tourist scene.
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Vibe
Best For
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- linguine alle vongole
- pizza
- tiramisu
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 12–11 pm
- Tuesday
- 12–11 pm
- Wednesday
- 12–11 pm
- Thursday
- 12–11 pm
- Friday
- 12–11 pm
- Saturday
- 12–11:30 pm
- Sunday
- 12–11 pm
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to look if this is not the right fit
If Chez Black is too casual for the occasion, choose Da Vincenzo for a clearer Campanian direction and a listed €€ price signal. If the issue is timing or availability, check Cala Marinai or La Coquille before widening the search beyond Positano.
Restaurant context
How Chez Black compares in Positano
Chez Black is the safer choice for groups that want Italian-pizzeria flexibility and a casual waterfront-style meal. Da Vincenzo is the sharper pick for diners who want a clearer Campanian identity at a listed €€ tier, especially if the meal is more about regional cooking than easy group ordering.
Cala Marinai, La Coquille, the Covo kitchen are the useful cross-shops when availability or mood drives the choice. With limited public price and format detail for those peers, the practical split is simple: keep Chez Black for casual Italian-pizzeria breadth, use Da Vincenzo for Campanian focus, check the others when location or timing makes the decision.
Savino Restaurant also belongs in the consideration set if the group wants another Positano booking before defaulting to the familiar option. Chez Black has the advantage for diners who value recognition and an easy format; the alternatives are better when the group wants to avoid the more obvious high-traffic choice.
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Compare Chez Black
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chez Black | Positano | Italian-Pizzeria | 2024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #664 | ; |
| Savino Restaurant | Positano | No published awards | ; | ; |
| Cala Marinai | Positano | No published awards | ; | ; |
| La Coquille | Positano | No published awards | ; | ; |
| the Covo kitchen | Positano | No published awards | ; | ; |
| Da Vincenzo | Positano | Campanian | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€ |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chez Black good for solo dining?
It can be, if you want a casual Italian-pizzeria meal in Positano rather than a formal dinner. Hours run from 12–11 pm Monday through Friday and Sunday, 12–11:30 pm on Saturday.
How far ahead should I plan for Chez Black?
Chez Black is listed by Opinionated About Dining as #664 on its 2024 Casual in Europe ranking, so plan ahead if timing matters, but confirm availability directly with the venue.
Is Chez Black good for a special occasion?
Yes, if the occasion calls for a casual Italian-pizzeria meal in Positano. If you want a different restaurant to compare before deciding, Da Vincenzo is one option to consider.
Is lunch or dinner better at Chez Black?
Chez Black's hours begin at 12 pm daily, with service until 11 pm most days and 11:30 pm on Saturday. Choose the time that best fits your plans, confirm current hours directly before going.
What are alternatives to compare with Chez Black?
Savino Restaurant, Da Vincenzo, Cala Marinai, La Coquille, the Covo kitchen are names to compare when deciding where to eat. Chez Black is the clearest fit when the priority is a casual Italian-pizzeria meal in Positano.
