Quattro Passi

A well deserved 3 star Michelin restaurant! Incredible cuisine and the service is outstanding. Mr. Antonio took the time to leave the kitchen and personally greet his guests at their table. We loved this restaurant so much that we returned multiple times during our stay. Mr. Antonio continued to personally welcome us with each visit. He is warm and engaging and he made our trip to Nerano very special! The food, view, decor and grounds are absolutely spectacular.

It took us close to 2 hours to come from Naples but wow it was worth it. Crazy good views, very friendly and down to earth service and most certainly the best food i have eaten in Italy. The zuccini flowers with ricotta was mind blowing while the lasagne is easily the best i have had. Loved every minute of this amazing experience!

My opinion comes with all the subjectivity it deserves. After all, who am I to judge the hard work of an entire team, a great chef, and a family pouring their heart and soul into Quattro Passi? I’m just a North American chef who’s had the chance to dine in several Michelin-starred restaurants around the world. So yes, my feedback is shaped by my own background, my palate, and my personal expectations. It was a beautiful evening. The meal was elegant and, in my opinion, truly reflected the chef’s Italian roots, memories, and love for local ingredients. Everything was well-executed and carefully prepared. Still… I must admit that, at times, I missed that spark, that emotional “wow” moment that leaves you speechless or moves you in some unexpected way. Maybe I just didn’t fully understand some of the culinary messages…could be. Overall, I tasted good dishes, but very few that I would describe as truly outstanding or memorable. Service was also very good, but I felt that connection between the kitchen and the guests wasn’t always fully there. As a diner, I crave context… stories behind the ingredients, details about the wine pairings, a glimpse into the “why” behind each dish. Unfortunately, I found some inconsistencies: different tables seemed to get different levels of explanation. I even overheard interesting details about dishes I had already eaten, shared with tables that arrived after me. And then… the desserts. Perhaps it was just the offering that night, but I found them surprisingly simple..not bad at all, but definitely not what I would expect from a three Michelin-star experience. I understand that Italian desserts are often more restrained and less elaborate by tradition… but I still hoped for a little extra creativity or technical flair. That being said: I ate well, I drank well, and I had a genuinely nice time. But deep down, I left with a small sense of disappointment, simply because I was hoping for something even more unique and emotionally striking at this level. Again, who am I to judge? This is just one chef’s humble and personal opinion, shaped by taste and life experience.

A well-deserved three Michelin stars for the family and the team behind Quattro Passi, who have poured decades of dedication, hard work, creativity, and skill into crafting a restaurant that delivers unforgettable moments. You can feel the passion in every detail – from the stunning location with its breathtaking sea view to the refined atmosphere and the beautifully executed dishes. Each course was fresh, elegant, and full of subtle, well-balanced flavors. The wine pairing was thoughtful and elevated the meal. This is a place where excellence is the standard, and where the goal is clearly not just to serve dinner, but to create a once-in-a-lifetime experience. We left feeling grateful for having experienced something so thoughtfully and lovingly created. Hats off to a team that truly deserves the highest possible ranking.

Antonio, the owner, his sons, and staff have created an experience like visiting your long lost Italian family. They’re professional yet warm and welcoming. From the diverse cuisine to the artistic decor, and cozy, elegant atmosphere, all visiting Nerano should not miss this opportunity. After the dinner experience, we went back several days for coffee/pastries along with evening cocktails/wine at the bar. They will even take you to and from the restaurant at your request. A must “do” in Nerano!

Visited 3 3 stars this trip. Enoteca pinchiori, la pergola and this. This kinda destroyed the competition. Best restaurant in Italy yet. Highly curated experience per table from start to finish. Incredible

We loved our stay here so very much. This was our second visit and it was incredible. I am already planning our trip to go back for 2026. Service is impeccable. Food is like nothing I have ever had before in my life. View is undeniable paradise! My favorite part was watching the chefs in the kitchen, the windows are all glass so I would just stand there and drool. Thank you for the memories Antonello Bux and Camerin Winovich

Beautiful setting, incredible food and wine. We also stayed overnight and the room was fantastic. They do a shuttle service down to the beach for €5 as well.

Let me first start by saying that the dishes at Quattro Passi were innovative, characteristic to the Sorrento region and most of all delicious. What I cannot support and must comment on was the RACIST experience I had while dining there. It's important to note I am a black man who was there with his wife on what should've been an amazing experience. While at Quattro Passi, we observed Antonio Mellino, the prior chef and father of Fabrizio Mellino, the current chef, visit *every* table, many tables multiple times might I add, for the entire 2.5 hours that we were at the restaurant to ensure the patrons were enjoying their dining experience. Additionally, I made eye contact with Antonio who quickly darted eyes and again never approached our table. There was no other way to interpret the situation. Fabrizio visited our table as we were leaving which I can only surmise was because the attentive waiters recognized how disturbed my wife and I had become throughout the entire night. Please if you are a person of color or an ally of a more inclusive world, DO NOT visit Quattro Passi. It pains me to write this but to not say anything will only encourage Antonio Mellino to do this again.

Amazing experience. We have been to a few 1 star Michelin places and liked many of their dishes. However, we can see why this one as of 2024 has 3 stars (less than 140 restaurants in the world have that designation). Every single dish was better than the last and even the "worst" dish was exceptional. The service, presentation, flavor combinations and view were something truly special. I've attached some photos so you can see how the plating was. This place is definitely out of the way but if you're in the Sorrento area of the Amalfi Coast it's not a far drive and the time is well spent. Pure perfection.

Spacious room, with incredible vista views over the bay and the yachts below. Quattro Pasi is celebrating 40 years. The food shows off the best of the region in innovative style. Service was subdued yet impeccable. Chef Mellino must have visited our table four times through the meal, being attentive to our requests and experience. Note: this is a long-ish taxi ride from Sorrento. The restaurant however, will arrange a return taxi for you, so no need to book a round trip car (at significant expense).

This is as good as it gets. Stunning restaurant, phenominal food and impeccable service. They have a variety of tasting menus as well as ala carte. Talk to the sommelier and let him help you pick a wine. While in Italy I like to drink regionally and he picked out a fantastic wine for our meal. We were greeted with Champagne, they brought us a variety of freshly baked breads throughout our meal (careful not to fill up on those - they are delicious). They pay attention to details (you must use the restroom downstairs, for the walk alone). If your a foodie, rent a car - drive to Quattro Passi and ENJOY! If your not a foodie, rent a car, drive to Quattro Passi and you will become one.

Were here on April 29, 2019 for lunch as part of an excursion from a Regent cruise. We've eaten at about 5 other Michelin rated restaurants over the years. This was by far the worst. We paid $169 per person. Meal was 5 courses. Two pastas and the dessert were very good. The appetizer of stuffed calamari and the main course of red snapper in crazy water were tasteless. The presentation of the food was nothing special. This is the only Michelin rated restaurant we've ever seen with no presentation. They just put the ordinary looking food on the table. The wine cellar was impressive and the wine was good. I felt that we were massively overcharged for poor fish. The restaurant is in a good location and interestingly furnished. Been better if we had spent more time walking in Positano and had pizza for lunch. This was a rip off. I do not understand how it has two Michelin stars? Perhaps they took advantage of the fact that we were a group of 14 from a ship and did not care what they served us?