This was my first time here with family (regular diners) and I had such an amazing experience. The environment was cozy and right by the water, the view was absolutely spectacular and you could see NJ from where I was sitting. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by the manager of the establishment and he was very inviting (Peter). We started off with some drinks, I had the dirty martini, my aunt had a Lychee martini, and my uncle a red sangria. When we were seated we started with Thai Calamari, it was so tender and just the right amount of crisp with a flavorful sauce that wasn't overtly sweet. Next I had the beef shank with risotto and the Demi glaze to accompany this fall off the bone lamb was divine. The risotto was creamy and the perfect texture to accompany the meat. My aunt had the lobster stuffed crab with risotto (her favorite), my uncle had the chicken with mash, a classic. Overall the food, the service, the view, and the overall ambiance is definitely a winner. I would recommend this place as a good spot to come with friends, a date, or even a solo dine. Definitely recommend. read more

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I came here over the weekend for a private party. There is a small parking lot, but there is plenty of street parking if you walk a block or 2. They also have valet which I would assume parks your car on the street as well. The place itself is cute, but it's small. The party I attended was in the interior of the location (there was another party happening outside). What I didn't like about the interior was that if anyone was dining in there for lunch/dinner, they had to walk through our party room in order to get to their seats. The staff also had to go through our room to get food/drinks to the other diners. There is also only one restroom for women, which there was always a line for. In regard to the food, the appetizers brought out were the crab and strawberry salad, the Asian ribs, and the octopus salad. This was all very good. For the entree I chose the rib eye. It was really good as well, I just wish there had been a little more seasoning, and also I requested medium but it came out more on the well side. For dessert we had the brownies with ice cream, and the Nutella wontons. This was delicious! Overall, I'd recommended this place for a small party or private dinner. But don't expect privacy. read more

Blue - Mediterranean Near Me - Staten Island, New York

Unfortunately this time around our dining experience wasn't that great. The lamb chop appetizers were overcooked as you can see in the photo despite us requesting medium rare. We also ordered the surf and turf burger, but was informed only AFTER they served it that they ran out of Avocado Salsa, which made the burger extremely plain. We then switched it to the bacon cheeseburger, where although the patty was cooked perfectly juicy, the bacon was neither soft nor crispy, just unfortunately hard which detracted from the experience. We also ordered the shrimp scampi and penne vodka casserole, both of which was just okay with the shrimp scampi being on the sour side. The shrimp bisque was actually quite good though, with four tiny pieces of shrimp. Thank you for reading and best of luck! read more

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The food is definitely 20 out of 10. I tried the grilled octopus which was by far one of the best I've ever had. We also tried the share for two tomahawk steak with some grilled asparagus and mixed vegetables which was amazing. The teriyaki salmon was 10 out of 10 the staff is super accommodating, super friendly, super professional. They have a enclosed scenic outdoor view, which was spectacular. Specially when the sun begins to set , I would recommend this place at any given time. read more

Blue - Outside - Mediterranean Near Me - Staten Island, New York

We were nearby and decided to stop for something to drink. I enjoyed my unsweetened iced tea. It was delicious. My friend got a Tito's and tonic. Yummy. Very cute place on the water. Charming view as my photos may illustrate. Katelyn took care of us. Very wonderful !! read more

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The food and the service is AHMAZING! This is a nice place to celebrate special occasions or just cringing casually. The decor and the view of the water gives it a nice ambiance. read more

The food as always was amazing. We had the steaks, a grilled chicken Caesar salad, burger, fried goat cheese wontons and the meatballs. Everything was perfectly cooked how we wanted it. Our waiter was very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. The ambiance inside is nice. It overlooks the water, which is great. read more

It's my third visit here & I was happy with the food & the service. I came with a friend unplanned & wanted to try something different. He got a salad with shrimp & I got the salmon which comes with a salad. I liked the salmon but the salad was quite sweet . I had to add hot sauce to make it less sweet. It's hilarious how I wished to add some chopped chilies into my salad. Christmas decor is quit beautiful & you all know me. Gotta take some pictures. We were all alone by the time we left so we did have fun with a cup of Cappuccino! read more

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This is was first time here and I must say I was impressed. The food and the service were amazing! This is a nice place to celebrate special occasions or just casual dining. The decor and the views of the water creates a nice ambiance. read more

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I came here for my girlfriends birthday, with some friends, for a Saturday brunch. This place was very nice. You get some great views of the water. Once we were seated, we ordered a few appetizers to split. We tried the Buffalo chicken wings and the Thai calamari. Both of these items were very delicious. The wings were nice and crispy, and had awesome Buffalo flavor. The ranch dipping sauce made it that much better. The Thai calamari was a nice switch up from the traditional style ones. We enjoyed both of these apps. For my meal, I went with the Steakhouse sandwich. This was sliced grilled steak, with toppings, on a sandwich with curly fries. This was a pretty solid sandwich. It tasted great and hit the spot. I was very satisfied with my meal choice. The steak was cooked perfectly and seasoned well. Overall, we all had a nice time here, and everything we tried was great. read more

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Looking for a quick casual business lunch I stumbled upon Blue en route to the Staten Island Ferry. I was not disappointed based on quick/attentive service, spectacular views and robust menu. Starting with the calamari, which maintained the right level of heat and flavor, followed by the salmon. The salmon was tasteful and ample yet not as fresh as I preferred and only reason for 4 stars. Certainly a place I would visit again if in Staten Island and the same predicament. read more

Blue - Salmon - Mediterranean Near Me - Staten Island, New York

The food was delicious. The salmon was not over cooked and tasted delicious. My only gripe was that i had two small pieces of figs. My friend who also got the same meal had more. Everyone loved their food, myself included. The staff was very friendly. Service was prompt and helpful. The ambiance was lovely. I didn't give 5 stars because of the drinks. I needed to order shots to add to the drinks (passion fruit monitor and coconut mojito) because it tasted mostly of club soda. Other than that, just lovely. read more

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Blue is always fire I don't think I've ever had anything that wasn't amazing drinks are always really good they have the bottomless drinks sunday- Thurs I think always worth it seafood fresh this place is a 10/10 one of my favorite spots on the island you won't regret giving this place a try service also always very good read more

A great dinner! We went around 5pm on a Tuesday so it wasnt crowded. Our waitress Kiley was so kind and attentive. Food was terrific. Check out the Prix Fixe menus. Very reasonable for a good amount of food. Can't beat the water views & watching the ships go by. Nice wine selection, too. read more

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The food here is always on point. I arrived and had a drink at the bar. The staff was super friendly and the drink was perfectly made. The bar area was clean and as soon as clients got up from the bar, the bartender Nelson was right there cleaning up. The manager and hostess checked me in before my reservation time. They escorted me to the side room which was a first for me. The windows give you a nice scenic view of passing ships and the railroad track was cool. There is no train service that comes through. The food was amazing. I had the Thai calamari to start. Perfectly fried and seasoned and most importantly fresh. I followed with the chicken sorentino. Two nice sized chicken breasts, fresh eggplant, Italian ham, and cheese cooked in a perfect lemon butter sauce. They brought over homemade mashed potatoes perfectly plated. The waiter was very professional and it overall it was an amazing experience. I finished the night with another drink at the bar. There is plenty of parking, the restaurant is clean, the bathrooms are maintained and clean. It's always a great experience here. read more

Blue - Margarita - Mediterranean Near Me - Staten Island, New York

The service is outstanding followed by the seafood tower appetizer, to the main courses which included branzino for me and lobster tail with cheese risotto for the wife. The flavor and the cook were perfect. We had key lime pie and tiramisu for desert. A perfect end to the perfect meal. A must try if you are in Staten Island NY. read more

Blue is one of my favorites and for great reasons. If you have not visited Blue in a bit like me, you should make a reservation and check out the update decor. It's beautiful!! As always the service was excellent l. Kaitlyn was efficient, warm, friendly and professional, she was attentive and personable. The food was delicious, we had the stuffed Sole, the salmon, mango sangria and tiramisu for dessert. We'll be back soon. read more

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We came back here after a long absence. Quite frankly, we don't remember why we had not visited in such a long time. We had a great experience last night, the service was great as were the drinks. The food also was excellent. We ordered from the Prix Fixe and were not disappointed. Also enjoyed the view. We will be back soon! read more

Came here on a Saturday night and was sat directly next to a wedding party (at least 20 people/table) and under the blaring heat vent. Only reason they're getting 2 stars is because they kindly moved our table across the room. Then the food comes... every single thing was just BAD. For the money that we spent, it was so not worth it. The filet mignon was not cooked well, the lobster tail was wayyy too salty, the risotto was grainy, the pasta purses were flavorless and the brown sauce that it was in was more like a steak sauce. Overall it was an awful experience and we will not be returning. read more

Recently returned here after a long time, and the place has undergone some impressive updates! The exterior has beautiful new landscaping and awnings, and the back outdoor space is now a sunroom. The staff remains super friendly. Our dinner was a bit delayed, but it was a busy Friday night. We had two appetizers: Thai Calamari and Grilled Octopus, followed by the Tomahawk for two, which was more than enough for us to finish. Everything was fairly good, but the quality didn't quite match our previous experiences on quieter nights. Despite the busy atmosphere affecting the service and food quality, we still believe this place adds great value to the island and our community, so we're maintaining our positive rating. Regarding Yelp, I recently had my Elite status removed after 8 years because I'm a business owner. Despite not being related or affiliated with any food businesses--only a local real estate office in NY--Yelp managers believe a business owner shouldn't be an Elite reviewer. In my opinion, being a business owner shouldn't disqualify someone from providing honest and fair reviews of unrelated businesses. My reviews are meant to be helpful and honest, and I believe that shouldn't affect my Elite status. read more

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This place is beautiful- right by the water. we had quesadillas and the Bolognese... delicious! delicious! delicious! We tried the sangria but not thrilled. However, it didn't matter.The vibe is so relaxed and the staff is superb. On my fave list for sure. read more

Blue - Quesadillas... lil' bits of heaven..yum! - Mediterranean Near Me - Staten Island, New York

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The food and service were fantastic. Loved being on the water with the beautiful lights. Ordered the chicken mushroom dinner and it was delicious. read more

With no reservations on a Saturday evening, the staff were accommodating which I was grateful for. Located at the waterfront, we were seated in the second room facing the water. Beautiful view and room, one can be easily entertained with the boat traffic that passes. Our waiter greeted and served us our beverages quickly along with warm pita bread with olives and grapes in olive oil. Greg, the waiter, gave his insights about the menu along with recommendations in a warm friendly matter. Started off with oysters and ordered two entrees, the bolognese and tuna steak. The east coast oysters were great quality and refreshing. Both entrees were delicious and presented beautifully. Finished the evening with fresh home made key lime pie. Would recommend to make reservations just to be sure there is seating. Will return to try other options since each dish was delicious. read more

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My first time here and it was ok for me. The location is great. Definitely enjoy a dinner by the water. Very nice ambiance. Our waitress I think her name was Kaitlyn was awesome very engaging and attentive. I had the crab stuffed lobster with risotto. I enjoyed the lobster not the risotto so much. It was my first time having it and I wouldn't order it again. However the waitress was very accommodating asking if I wanted a different side not her fault so I opted out. The crab cake was ok more fried I would have preferred a broiled option and for dessert I had the key lime pie which was delicious. I can't say it would be my first choice to go back however I would return. Great customer service and ambiance. read more

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Phenomenal dinner! Service is perfect! Excellent mango sangria, vanilla raspberry martinis and Irish coffee, thank you Lindsey, our magnificent bartender! Your superior skillset is well noted! Thai calamari, risotto, chocolate raspberry wantons, and cannolis made for a delicious dinner! Thank you, Giovani, for sharing your delicious expertise! Great vibe! Pretty setting makes for an enjoyable dining experience as well! Thank you all for your hospitality, especially Jeff! Looking forward to your Wine tasting on Sept. 26th read more

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WOW, just WOW!!! I came here for my anniversary dinner. My experience was way better than I ever expected. The pre fixe menu is such a great deal. It is $55 a person and it includes a slice of focaccia bread each, an appetizer each, an entree each, & each a dessert. This is a 4 course meal for $55 per person. You can't beat the value!!! My partner and I each got the rib eye steak. On the regular menu, it is $45 for the same exact size rib eye. On the pre fixe you paid $55 per person. So- for $10 more we got appetizers and desserts. For appetizers we got the fried calamari and the burrata salad. Both of these were absolutely delicious. The rib eyes we had were absolutely phenomenal. The spinach and potatoes in garlic and oil was an amazing side dish. I was disappointed they didn't have mashed potatoes but I ended up liking what I had. The desserts were phenomenal we had tartufo and chocolate mousse. I will definitely be returning to blue for the pre fixe menu. I also had a glass of Riesling which was delicious and not overpriced. $12 for a glass. The owner was very nice and let us take photos outside of the restaurant in the back area. read more

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It's like 2.4 stars. First, I will say it's nice that it's on the water and in true Staten Island fashion, there is a view of the water with container ships & tugboats, some fuel storage tanks and what looks like dry bulk storage also and behind that you can see Manhattan. However, they need to install blinds for periods when the sun comes in strong in people's eyes, and possibly fans to regulate temperature better. The music was good. However, the restaurant doesn't smell fresh, and their cleanliness is ehhh - lipstick on wine glasses, silverwear and dishes not particularly clean. Serivce was okay - nice but very slow. If you're with good company maybe that doesn't matter. As for the food, I wasn't really a fan. It wasn't terrible, but it was just okay. The Foccacia bread wasn't very good, but the pita bread and olive tampanade is good. The penne w/vodka was pretty good, although the sauce was rather watery. Carbonara was okay. Crab cake was excellent. NY Strip was fine - overcooked and a bit tough - but it did have a nice flavor to it. Fries were okay, but wish they weren't quite so soft. Nobody in our party really enjoyed the food. Look, I think this a great place for women to go to and drink and have a good time with each other, but it's not really my jam. read more

Not only am I traumatized by my experience at Blue Restaurant, but I am also horrified by how my family and I were treated. From the moment we walked in -- me, my Black husband, and our biracial child -- something felt off. It was as if our presence was unwelcome. We were seated and began our meal quietly, when suddenly the staff came over to complain about my child being "disruptive." Let me be clear -- my child was simply being a child. There was a white family seated nearby with a child who was just as loud, yet nothing was said to them. The double standard was glaring. When I tried to calmly address this with our waitress, she echoed the manager's stance, making it clear that they both shared the same attitude. The entire situation was humiliating and left us feeling completely unwelcome. This restaurant claims to be "family-friendly," yet our experience was anything but. The way we were singled out and treated differently because of our family's racial makeup was deeply painful. I left feeling disrespected, shaken, and horrified. If one of the owners happens to read this, I would very much appreciate the opportunity to discuss what happened and how traumatic this experience was. You can reach me at hollytmusic@gmail.com. Sincerely, A deeply disappointed customer read more

I was excited to go here but sadly I was disappointed - the food was mediocre at best - they didn't have asparagus - the service was lackluster - i asked for my 2nd drink took over 30 minutes to receive - the shrimp cocktail was mediocre. the food mediocre - for all the positive reviews -- I disagree maybe because I just moved to Staten Island - and I find most restaurants mediocre - will not be going again read more

Delicious food, excellent service and beautiful atmosphere, especially for a special occasion Although I could do without the photographer. read more

From the minute, we ended the restaurant to the time we left. Everyone was very attentive. The atmosphere was absolutely delightful. The staff was so attentive and charming. The food was delicious and the service was perfect, they checked constantly to make sure everything was well. The appetizer main course dessert all came out. In perfect timing not only was the food delicious but the drinks were perfect and extremely well priced unlike most restaurants in Staten Island who are charging Manhattan pricing for drinks I would advise anyone who wants to have a wonderful evening with terrific food to visit this restaurant. read more

First time diner. Went early seating New Year's. Price fixed menu. On Staten Island waterfront with great views. Restaurant decorated festival in good taste. Choices on fixed menu were upscale & deliciously prepared. We were party of 4. All raved about meal. Professional & friendly wait staff. Never rushed us. Will certainly return. read more

Aloha, eating our first night on Staten Island we seeked out a view and great reviews, thank you Yelpers for guiding us here. Super size generous portions at great prices. The octopus (great charred flavor) was one of the best I've ever had. Lobster stuffed with crabmeat on truffled mash, yum! Huge meatballs and delicious mussels made the meal wonderful. Besides the outlets and golf, here's another reason to free-ferry over. Enjoy! read more

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I think that blue is an excellent restaurant. It has a pretty interior/exterior, and a great view of the water and ships. The food is very high quality and delicious. The have a good selection of seafood and Italian dishes. There is an old train track right outside the outdoor eating section with pretty benches and rocks around the water. This is a very clean restaurant with friendly staff and great food. Would recommend! read more

Came here with a group of 10 for our December birthdays last Sunday. We had a 2:30 reservation and it wasnt too busy but as time progressed it did pick up. We were unaware that until 3:30 it's usually just Sunday brunch menu but asked about the regular prefix and the lovely waitress took care of it for us. They have a $45 and $55 menu. I took the $45 menu and had some of the best penne vodka i've eaten. For main course had the strip steak and fries. They also bring you family style margarita pizza bread and i could have just eaten that. It also includes a dessert and coffee. You can add on $18 all You can drink sangria for 90 mins. You are right on the water and definitely nicer in the summer when you can sit outside which is covered. Everyone enjoyed their meal and we will come back. Easy parking in the street. Staff super attentive to your needs read more

Blue - Mediterranean Near Me - Staten Island, New York

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Blue is a very good place to go and get some good food. The menu is good, and it's hard to choose what to eat. It's a tad on the pricey side. But the food and ambiance is good. Service was straight forward, not bad, solid, not great. The food came out fast, and as you can see from the pics, looking good. I had the seafood pot that includes clams, muscles, shrimps, mushrooms over noodles and a broth. A really good sish, that's surprisingly filling. If I had one complaint, the shrimp was just a bit overcooked. The lobster tail, was ordered by a friend, who said it was really good. Looking at it I confess I was a little jealous. Overall, I definitely recommend this spot. I don't think you'll be disappointed. read more

Blue - Stuffed crab tail - Mediterranean Near Me - Staten Island, New York

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Beautiful spot to relax and clear your thoughts while having a bite and watching the ships passing by. Highly recommend this place. read more

Blue - Yum - Mediterranean Near Me - Staten Island, New York

I love this place ! So after years of coming here and celebrating birthdays my husband and I decided to do our wedding dinner here. Of course this restaurant is beautiful inside and outside is gorgeous! Minimal decor is needed! (If your having an event here) The staff was on everything cleaning everything there was never a mess . Our guest didn't have to wait long for their drinks (we did open bar for our event) The manager Jeff was amazing he made sure everything went smoothly and accommodated everything we asked. The food is always top notch the service is always great . I would a 100xs over recommend this spot for anything lunch with friends, dinner in the middle of the week just because, date night , a birthday dinner or something big like a wedding or baby shower . Trust me you will not be disappointed! There's plenty of street parking for any event you choose to do here. The views of the harbor are so relaxing ! And make for taking great pics! Our favorite things to order are The rib eye Wontons with goat cheese Chicken wings Lamb chops I mean everything is great on the menu just try it !! read more

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The restaurant was decorated beautifully! The food was delicious and service was professional and friendly. We had a lovely dinner.

Ambience - 4/5, amazing view, spacious, great for dates, parties, etc Service - 3/5 a bit slow Price - 4/5 they even have a $55pp dinner entre plus app & dessert deal from Sun-Thursday Food- ordered from the deal 5/5 baked clams: perfectly cooked and delicious 5/5 calamari traditional: just the right amount of crispy 3/5 mussels: standard and yummy 3/5 lamb shank: fell off the bone 3/5 complimentary focaccia bread 3/5 Oreo cheesecake 2/5 shrimp pasta: it's good, but can skip for other entrees 1/5 chocolate mousse - definitely skip read more

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