Groceries and pharmacies in Positano
Positano's central food shops are compact rather than large supermarkets. Use named local shops for bread, cheese, prepared food and other essentials, and check current stock and opening information before setting out.
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Mini-markets & delis
Delicatessen S.N.C. is listed at Via dei Mulini 5/13/15, 84017 Positano, +39 089 875489. The listing describes regional groceries including bread, cheeses, pasta, meats and takeaway; verify today's stock and hours before relying on it.
Gabrisa Food & Wine, Via Pasitea 241, +39 089 811 170, is a specialty food shop: its own page lists cheeses and jams alongside its wine selection. Use that page for published opening information and confirm before visiting. It is an option for specialty food purchases, rather than a substitute for a full supermarket; compare the prices and buy only what you can carry.
Produce & markets
Bread, fruit, drinking water and ready-to-eat food can be useful purchases for a day out. Ask the shop what is available and check the displayed prices.
Shop during opening hours you have confirmed and keep the load light for Positano's hills and stairs.
Pharmacies & health items
Farmacia Positano Dottori Rizzo lists Viale Pasitea 22, 84017 Positano, +39 089 875863. Its official site also lists Positano Parafarmacia at Via della Tartana 3, +39 089 2591700. Bring prescriptions for specialised medicines and confirm stock before walking uphill.
The official pharmacy page does not establish a current duty rota in this guide. For late or Sunday needs, check the notice at the pharmacy, call ahead and follow the current local rota; for emergencies call 112.
Late-night essentials
Do not assume a late-night opening or 24-hour vending machine. Buy essentials during confirmed opening hours and keep a small backup snack.
For an urgent medical emergency, call 112 and follow the emergency operator's instructions; do not start a long bus journey to seek emergency care. For non-urgent needs, ask a local pharmacy or clinician for the appropriate current service.
Tips
- Bring a lightweight tote or backpack so you can carry groceries up stairs without overloading one hand.
- Carry drinking water for the walk back and check which refill options are currently available.
FAQs
Can I buy gluten-free items locally?
Ask the shop about current products labelled “senza glutine” and check their labels. Stock can change, so confirm before relying on a particular item.
How do I check pharmacy cover outside normal hours?
Check the current rota posted at the pharmacy or call Farmacia Positano Dottori Rizzo at +39 089 875863. The rota changes, so this page does not promise Sunday or overnight opening.
