Caffe Positano, Village — Restaurant in California

It's the only game in town for drop in coffee, but it competes like there's a traditional urban setting- fresh baked goods, nice people... of course it's a tiny sidewalk cafe so reviews related to size didn't mention the great seating outdoors, with cleaned tables and the trained baristas that deal with the demands of an international clientele. On occasion you get the undesirable (by that, I mean rude, impatient) transient customer walking over from the hotel behind you in line who can't fathom a one minute wait, since there is only one or two staff, max. 99.9% of the clientele is able to adjust to the pace of RSF so it needs to be taken in stride- It's a perfect place to get a coffee, then walk and talk if there's no seating available, there are peak times so please be chill, the staff moves fast and the quality of the drinks are superb, they offer ceramic cups which is a nice touch. It's nice to see a local shop strive to deliver excellence since the RSF crown has been around and is used to being served. And the smells! Lovely aromatherapy of coffee and fresh...

You know what I like about this place? Yeah, the coffee is good; especially the Americanos. Yeah, the pastries are good; especially the smoked ham & cheese croissants. Yeah, the muffins are tasty, as well; the basic ones. But it's the people behind the counter in this tiny (and I mean tiny) little coffee shop that reminds me of our fave haunts in and around Manhattan, where space is at a minimum, while hospitality is at a maximum. Yeah, the smile and a nod, the friendly inquiry even when they dont know me, THAT'S what I enjoy most. In a time (and place) where attitudes are bigger than they should be, and posing is a natural pastime, these folks serve it up just like I like...

I just saw this place and the owner on iiMPCT MEDIA. The owner was so delightful and friendly. He talked and talked about how he roasts his own beans for his two store and you can tell it is his passion. When you love something the way he does, you know it is going to be perfect or he won't sell it. The shop looks amazing, clean, and nice to be in. Order a cup to try and then buy a pound or two. They sell by the pound and will grind it for you if you dont have a grinder. Hopefully they start selling online soon, but he did say that he mails out coffee to regular buyers all over the country. Call up and ask, maybe they will mail...