I love this spot. been coming here for 20 years. I share this because consistency is key. For 20 years the food, service, ambiance, etc has remained consistent. Peter the owner takes pride in his business. You see him meet guests with a hug and pays attention to every detail. I had a team celebration and opted for a set menu. He was very flexible and went above and beyond. The food is amazing!!!Everything on the menu is a hit and full with flavor. Make sure you make a reservation and check them out. He runs a special every year for the anniversary for the restaurant. He has one now a good way to try them out. Trust me you will love it. read more

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I went back for the 28th anniversary for $28. You get a three course meal this place never disappoints and the Service is great. The ambience is great and the food is delicious. We always order something off of the specials, one of the specials tonight was the long hots stuffed with sausage this is a must try. It is consistently good. read more

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Came by for an early dinner/late lunch. It was about 3pm on a Thursday. The place is a new addition to the area we were told. I grew up in this town as a lad. Ambiance is cozy Italian restaurant, cloth napkins, nice window views out of one side of the place. A modest bar with about six seats to your right as you enter. Parking was easy as the Chase Bank lot across the street was not overly crowded. I got one of the specials a whole Sea Bream. A beautiful presentation and perfectly prepared. A side of cooked spinach complements the fish well. A glass of house Chianti was also ordered. My wife got the bolognese pasta she loved it. Service was extremely pleasant and attentive. The place was not crowded when we arrived but filled up at the end of our meal. We would return when in SI. Mark & Nancy. read more

We came in at 7 and the place was busy. A party was leaving. There were three tables open. We asked for a table in the corner but they said we couldn't sit there since it was for a party of 6 and we were only 3. They sat us at a table right Infront of the door. We had a nice Spanish man get us water and tell us the specials of the day. While we are deciding what to eat an older white man with glasses comes over and starts moving stuff on the table for no reason. Thought it was odd. 10 minutes later the white man comes back to take our order. My friend and sister order. He's half paying attention because he's watching everything else going on in the restaurant. I ask him to request the pasta special for me. He only mentions the tomatoes and zucchini so I say I want it. He goes to walk away while I'm mid telling him that I need gluten free pasta. My friends meatballs come out in a saute pan. My friend hates the presentation I think it's cute so an app. The meatballs are good and the sauce is fantastic. Then our entrees all come in pans. Super tacky and ugly. I couldn't believe we had a table full of cooking equipment. So I get my pasta and my sister goes is that cheese on top? He never told you that. Luckily I don't have a problem with the cheese but he half ass told me what the meal was. Throughout the whole experience our water glasses were always full. Nobody came to check on us or ask if we wanted anything else. Mr white manager kept breathing down our necks literally because my sister complained about it. He hovered over us way too much. You would think the customer service would've been better since he was always around but nope. My pasta special was enjoyable. My sister liked her whole wheat pasta with veggies. My friend got the ravioli and he said it's one of the best he's had. I would come back again but I'd sit far away from wherever the manager is. read more

Brioso - Meatball app - Italian Near Me - Staten Island, New York

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Everything about it is "delicious" & authentically Italian. I'm just curious to know how so many people on Staten Island can afford this place. Went for lunch with a friend & spent $120, with tip, for lunch. That's a bit much in my opinion. How families can afford this place is beyond me. Then, again, it's near Todt Hill so I guess there's my answer. read more

Food was great . Very attentive. Always has fresh cut flowers.Peter is very down to earth . My family grew up there. Great experience for 25 years.. read more

Delicious food. The owner is always accommodating to whatever modifications and substitutions you want for your meal. Inside can be a bit loud but the atmosphere is nice. Summer dining outside is enjoyable also. read more

i frequently visit Brioso for dinner and everything is always done with expertise. The food is delicious and the atmosphere is nicer than most restaurants on the island. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants to have an enjoyable night out. City feel without city prices. Just finished an enjoyable summer lunch with my girlfriends. Trust me on this one and go!! read more

We ordered meatballs, two pasta plates (bolognese and del mare), and tiramisu. The meatballs and the pomodoro sauce were delicious. The pasta was cooked al dente and the sauces were exquisite. The tiramisu was really good and you can share it. The ambiance is cozy. The service was good. Best time to come is 4 PM, quiet, not crowded. The quality price ratio is very high. read more

Restaurant is very beautiful, feels like an Italian cozy lil cave. The food as nice presentation was as it looks was just very average taste wise in my opinion. Overpriced for food I could find better elsewhere, service was okay as well. Worth a shot trying but there is better options on the island. read more

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Food and service was great. Even though it got crowded we could still hear each other. Specials were numerous and delicious.

On arrival there was a large party of ten-twelve opposite our table for four, and within thirty minutes five more tables were filled, plus a couple at the bar. Not one patron had his iPhone out. If that wasn't astonishing enough, everybody was talking. This included the family of four beside us, with two male kids, one highly verbal toddler and his older brother. This is the kind of place it is. If you're not conversing with others, you're probably talking to your waiter. But somebody is always talking. The stone walls, which are not insolated with anything to buffer the sound, when Brioso is at capacity makes conversation something of a competition, but by then you're probably deep in your dinner. The wait staff is attentive but few speak English fluently, if at all, so expect a lot of silent attentiveness; the waiters appear to be native Italians and their accents are thick and real, so pazienza. The food is generally the best I've had at any Italian restaurant in central New Jersey; we've never had a bad meal there, though to be fair we're there about twice a year, spend a lot and tip a lot. One complaint this trip: the tripe, usually excellent, was too heavily spiced with black pepper and, alas, nearly inedible. Otherwise five stars. read more

We decided to come to Brioso on a whim. We called prior to showing up but, they wouldn't take our name. When we arrived It was super packed. The wait was about an hour for a Saturday night. We thought we should stay and try it out. In hind sight, what a Mistake!! When walking in, the bar is to the right with some bar stools and to the left is the dining room. It has a rustic Italian ambience and a wood oven all the way to the back. It was super loud and hard to carry on a conversation. We were able to get a seat at the bar while waiting. We weren't offered a menu for drinks so, we asked about varying wines they have and it seemed the bartender was clueless. The wines we did get were horrible. I ordered a Riesling. I asked for something semi sweet. The one I received was super sweet more like a dessert wine. It was stale and old. Also, we asked for a Merlot again it was Hot, old and funky tasting. Really disappointing for the start of the night. After waiting a while, the people after us started complaining of the waiting and the host I thought forgot about us. I glanced in his way (an older gentleman) and he got an attitude "yea yea I didn't forget" lol. Finally we were seat. We looked at the menu and asked about specials and heard about a filet mignon with two shrimp and veg. Perfect, will have that with a sampler as an app. We waited a while and by this time, we were super hungry and did not receive bread. We asked the wait staff. It's really sad that when it came, it was ice cold like right out of the fridge! Not really appetizing at all! The sampler finally came. Clams, mozz en corroza, stuffed mushrooms and zucchini. Everything was decent nothing really stood out. Nothing tasted super fresh or made ala minute. The flavor was one note and nothing had salt! We were really interested in the steak entree because we saw another patron with this dish. It looked really good. When we received it, the first thing we notice a shrimp was missing!! Umm, where's my second shrimp? Did the waiter eat it on the way to the table? Err.. So, now I have to ask about the missing shrimp.. no dessert!! Luckily two people sat next to us and asked about specials and we listened. The waiter def said two shrimp. So, we quickly called him over and asked. He lied to our faces and said he only said one!! Unbelievable! Well we started eating, although the steak was cooked perfectly, it lacked seasoning and flavor. Same with everything else on the dish. What a disappointment! First to hear something, then to be lied to! I will never come here again not only is the food not well prepared and seasoned, they SCAM their customers to their face! They lack integrity, consistency and professionalism. (272) read more

Brioso - Sampler ( clams, mozz en corozza, zucchini, mushroom) - Italian Near Me - Staten Island, New York

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Delicious polenta ; I highly recommend this to anyone most like I will be ordering from here more Tks

The food was delicious and the staff was attentive and friendly. We sat in their heated tent which was a little chilly but still very comfortable. We had the seafood salad special, the venison ragu special and short rib gnocchi special. Everything was outstanding! I hope this insane state allows them, and others, to reopen indoor dining soon so they can stay in business. read more

Brioso - Venison Ragu special - Italian Near Me - Staten Island, New York

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My bestie Jackie and I have had numerous nights and days out here with family and or friends . The owner is gracious and always gives us a big hello . The waiters are patient and kind and helpful .The bartender makes the best and freshest drinks ! Outstanding ! The food is always fresh , good portions . Yesterday we went there by 430 or so and stayed until closing ! Appetizers great , dinner excellent and a birthday cake with candle and espresso , for me ! Then ordered extra for our kids in separate homes, their requests !!! Place is immaculate and food and service excellent . There is a reason we have intimate dinners here, family dinners , Christmas gatherings . We are regulars and each one of us bring our families for a good night Making a lot of great memories here ! . Love ! read more

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Outstanding. The specials are their own event lol friendly staff. Clean. Delicious food. Convenient location.

I decided to go out to eat solo while my husband was busy with other matters. I and my legal service dog were welcomed and the service was attentive and unrushed. I asked to taste a little bit of Pinot noir and Cabernet so that I could choose between the two. I enjoy that kind of service very much!! I started with a Gorgonzola salad (more cheese please!) With arugula, apples, candied nuts, and craisins. The dressing was a light vinaigrette and excellent! Main course was the salmon- a bit small for the money and 5 thin grilled slices of zucchini as the garnish. The fish was excellent. As a side, I asked for a half order of fettuccine Alfredo, something that was not in the menu. OMG it was amazing. Some of the best FA I've ever had. I'm looking forward to going back read more

Wine was fabulous. Dinners took an hour to come out.... my mahi mahi was burned. My husbands seafood/pasta looked like something from a pizza a joint (and tasted that way). I'm a little shocked since this place comes highly recommended and is pricey. Unfortunately will not be returning. read more

Brioso - Italian Near Me - Staten Island, New York

My Fiancé and I had the most delicious meal here last weekend. From the ambiance, to the never ending specials of the night, to there delicious drinks and food. We can not wait to be back. I think pasta is the go to move here but everything was wonderful. Definitely a local hidden gem! read more

Brioso - Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe Truffle pasta - Italian Near Me - Staten Island, New York

Early date night this week. Again outstanding dinner with Peter. Rack of Lamb with cranberry reduction. And the best mashed potato's on the island. Carrot cake to finish off and a 5 star night. read more

Brioso - Italian Near Me - Staten Island, New York

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Very good food I had sampled manny different appetizers and entrees, however I did get a little sick after eating here.

Its my second time being there i love in the neighborhood But seems like they don't care about anyone except people they know, besides the food taking over one hour ,without appetizers no thanks thats my last time even walking in i feel bad for the waiter's in the way read more

I'm gonna start with the positive points, service was good, clean and drinks were good. Atmosphere was nice and warm. Negatives points.. the food gave me and my husband diarrhea. I got very disappointed because we picked this place to celebrate our 4th year weeding anniversary. Won't be returning here read more

I haven't been here in a minute now, and I'm wondering why. Why did I forget how yummy every dish is here. Had a reservation for Easter Sunday. I figured it would be a fixed menu or that they'd at least not have their usual 25 specials, but they did. I split an order of crab cakes and a stuffed pepper with my hubby. Stuffed pepper won, though the crab cake wasn't too shabby and my main - braised lamb shank .... I wish I had it now. Brioso, I will visit more often! Oh and the waiters were crazy busy but still polite and accommodating. Full house and people waiting at the door. The owner is very nice also. read more

It's 2019 and I just ate here yesterday. 4 years later my review still holds true. They also opened a spot in Freehold NJ a few years ago and this summer I went to that location and ordered my usual to see if their was a difference in the taste. The new location nailed it ! Still my favorite restaurant on Staten Island read more

This is one of my favorite restaurants on Staten Island. Took my parents there for my Dad's Birthday this past Thursday night. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. The food was once again excellent. I had the Short Ribs which was delicious. Even the appetizers were excellent. I had Mozzarella wrapped in prosciutto baked with a marinara sauce... My parents loved their meals as well. Very good wine list... Desserts were great. Highly Recommend to check out and enjoy a great dinner... read more

We visited this place when inside dining was restricted because of the cites restrictions. The staff definitely is doing the best during a bad situation. Wait staff was punctual and on point, the food was absolutely delicious. I can't wait for life to go back to normal, I will definitely make this place one of my go to's. read more

If you're looking for amazing pasta, go to Brioso! Brioso's pasta dishes are incredible and they have a wide variety as well. If you're a fan of truffle oil I highly recommend trying the Garganelli alla Norcia. I took away a star due to the fact they are not clear on their website or over the phone when they begin serving their dinner menu - as a result, I placed an order, was told it would be ready in 20 minutes, and when I arrived to pick it up I was told it couldn't be fulfilled for another half hour. read more

Wonderful place Peter and staff are on top of their game. Love the atmosphere and the hospitality and professionalism. Food is always great and the have a good wine list too. Check this place out it's worth a stop even under the Covid-19 pandemic. They have outdoor seating and on Saturday live music. We love this place stop by definitely recommend. The specials and the menu overboard lots to choose from all good!!!! read more

Love this place. Been going there for years. Peter is from Italy. The food is always good. Its my family's sure bet restaurant. Lol.

I'm very much satisfied with Brioso. Can not talk highly enough about Brioso. Many good choices here, I was impressed with the menu, tried their Tartufo and it was fantastic. Workers - one of nicest people I've seen who would always accommodate your needs. Would love to go back soon! read more

Went to Briosos to enjoy happy hour. It is on there website, Monday to Friday 3 to 7. . When check arrived. Waiter said no happy hour. I showed him And he continued to shake head no. Asked to speak to manager and he still stood there shaking head saying no happy hour. It is on their website read more

Brioso - Happy hour times - Italian Near Me - Staten Island, New York

I wouldn't say the best but some of the items on the menu are very tasty... The place itself is beautiful; the walls have that fake rustic in an Italian country house look. The brick oven fire is soothing. The music of Eros Ramazzotti and Laura Pausini frequent ly plays, although last time I visited I was quite sad to hear no music at all... I forgave when the complimentary focaccia bread came out to hold you and the party over... And boy does that work... yumm! There is one thing you must try when coming to this place, the Polenta with Salisicco (polenta with sausage and sauce). You will not find polenta like this anywhere in New York. Share it with a few people as an appetizer for a perfect start to the meal. I basically always order the Pollo Cardinale as well... if chicken, mozzarella, light sauce, and mashed potatoes are your thing... go for it :) read more

Brioso for the most part hits a home run with the occasional double. I was there recently and it was probably my third or fourth time there. Located in central staten Island or Staten Italy as some would call it, Brioso is a good all around Italian restaurant. The service is always great and the decor is themed after an old italian wine cellar thats makes you feel at home, in part because of the warm colors and the noise you hear, which is very similar to what you hear when having sunday dinner with a big Italian family. The food is great and brings you back to your sicilian roots. From the soft polenta with sausage ragu (creamy, sweet and a little spicy), to the Burrata cheese drizzled with fruity olive oil and served over a bed of greens and roasted peppers. Delicious! The Gnocchi Gratinati (OMG), light to the bite, literally melt in your mouth good, with a light sweet tomato sauce thats punctuated with a hit of fresh basil with every mouthful. A champion of dishes. Then there was the roasted Bronzini (a Mediterranean sea bass) and the Braised short ribs served over polenta. The Bronzini was light, sweet and flaky, and the pull apart Short Ribs braised in a red wine sauce were meltingly tender, complimented by soft polenta that balanced each bite. Seriously you must go there. Worth a trip to Staten Island. To top the night, we enjoyed some port wine poached pears. Exactly how the night should have ended. Great date place and even better for friends and family. Enjoy! read more

Great food always consistent along with great service! Also had many family parties there - my favorite is filet of sole piccata over spinach - never disappoints! read more

The restaurant is nicely decorated and is definitely a good choice for a night out. The service was attentive but not rushed. We were a large group and we had plenty of time to chat and catch up between courses. Our meals were all delicious. Some of the stand outs were the beef carpaccio, the polenta with sausage ragut, the rabbit, lamb and homemade ravioli. Everyone liked what they ordered and enjoyed their meals. The prices were average for a Staten Island restaurant. If there was one major drawback to Brioso, it was the NOISE. Holy cow, was it loud in there!! I know it's close quarters, but our group was at a round table and we literally could not hear the people we were with who were on the opposite side of our table. We had a long, lingering dinner that started at 8:30 (height of Sat night dinner crowd) and the beginning of our time there was really not as enjoyable because we were yelling to be heard and gave up on hearing each other for awhile. After the crowd starting winding down, it got better, but I definitely wouldn't come here if you expect to have a conversation on a busy night. Overall, it's a great choice for a nice meal out. read more

Service was sooo slow! Literally waited 15 minutes for a menu. Waited had an attitude. No joke the food took an hour and 15 to arrive! Im never coming back. Place had a nice look , the food was average for the price read more

Awesome tartuffa (spelling?) dessert. Great filet of sole. Big portions. It has a rustic feel and does not make you think you're in a chain restaurant. Many varieties of wine by the glass is always a good thing; though I didn't check their bottle list, so I'm not really sure what it was like. I tried the cornish game hen, and I enjoyed that also; it was crispy on the outside but still tender on the inside. Everything was very good. I went with my family who lives in Staten Island and are fans of Bioso. I don't live there, but if I did I would definitely return. Updating this because a friend reminded me that I left out... They fill your wine glass to the top- like beyond the top. There's a bottle in every glass- OK, not really- just take some caution to that third glass if you're driving home. ;) read more

I've always noticed this place always looks so packed which usually means the food is good so when I had to find a place to go with my family I selected Brioso and crossed my fingers. First impression was that it was cozy and a little dark but a very welcoming staff makes up for it. Being that we went on a Saturday afternoon in the summer I thought it would be somewhat empty but I guess that's what the baby shower party next to us thought too. IT WAS LOUD and there was no separate room for them or us. We were going to leave but we stayed and ordered our calamari, wine and entrees and then looked on as the baby shower gifts were being opened. Okay, so it wasn't so bad. Food: The calamari was cooked well and seasoned well and the sauce was great. When you start dipping your bread in the sauce for the calamari you know it's good. The entrees took a while to come and I hope that was just b/c they were catering more to the baby shower guests but we all enjoyed our dinners pretty much. I had the rigatoni with eggplant and mozzarella. Great flavor. The bolognese I heard was good but the shrimp scampi was liquidity and was not that good. The shrimp was on the right side of the plate, the fettuccine noodles were clumped together on the other side of the plate. So my advice would be to avoid that dish. Otherwise, everything else was a thumbs up and would definitely go back there. Prices seem reasonable as well. Bon appetit! read more