This is one of my favorite places! The restaurant is very…read morewell decorated and has a real classy Italian modern vibe (with an incredible outdoor area in the summer). Staff is very professional and friendly, always making sure everyone is having a good time. Honestly, all the food is great here but some of my favorites are definitely the carpaccio and calamari appetizer (the calamari is the BEST I ever had, hands down) and their coffee panacota for dessert is also out of this world, just amazing! If you are a bread lover just know they make their own bread in house. 5 stars always!

I went here for lunch today with my husband and brother-in-law. The ambiance outside was very nice…read more It reminded me of the islands. The food, however, is another story. For appetizers, we got zucchini chips, fried calamari and mussels. The calamari was fried too hard and it had a very salty, spicy Chilean type sauce over it. The zucchini chips were thinly sliced, lightly battered with Parmesan cheese sprinkled over them. They were decent but nothing to write home about. In fact, after having about six or seven of the zucchini chips I began to experience heartburn from the grease. For entrees, my husband had the chicken parm. He said it was too thick and should have been flattened more before frying. It was also very breaded. My brother-in-law ordered the chicken and waffles and he said the chicken tasted day old so after having a bite of one piece of the chicken he pushed the chicken aside and called it a day. I called the waiter over and informed him about the chicken tasting day old. He didn't try to change it out or take it off the bill or get a manager. He just apologized by saying I'm sorry. My crab Mac and Cheese was decent. It wasn't seasoned the way I would have liked but the huge, plentiful chunks of crab made up for that. I ate a third of my dish and packed the rest for home where I will doctor it up to my taste. I've never been to this particular restaurant before. The only reason we came today is because my brother-in-law was here on business and staying at a hotel in the area.

This restaurant is truly underrated and deserves far more recognition. We chose it to celebrate my…read moreparents' 50th wedding anniversary, and it could not have been more perfect. The space itself is beautiful, warm, and inviting, and the staff was absolutely amazing attentive, kind, and genuinely invested in making the night special from start to finish. The chef and owners were incredibly accommodating, which made such a meaningful celebration feel effortless. We had a banquet-style, family-style feast, and the food was nothing short of impeccable. The spread was abundant and thoughtfully prepared: assorted cold cuts, shrimp, seafood salads, fresh vegetables and salads, tuna tartare, potatoes with mushrooms, crepes filled with chicken and mushrooms, skirt steak, lamb chops and so much more. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. There was truly an abundance of food, and every bite was delicious. We even danced my parents hired a DJ and the atmosphere was filled with joy, love, and celebration. It was one of those nights you don't forget. A wonderful experience all around. Exceptional food, exceptional people, and a perfect place to celebrate something special. Highly, highly recommend.

I've been eyeing this restaurant for a while, and today was finally the perfect occasion--Father's…read moreDay! We made an early reservation and were greeted with a warm welcome. We chose to dine on the first floor, which has a chic, elegant vibe with beautiful décor and a relaxing ambiance. There was a special set menu for the day, and the selections did not disappoint. I had the Burrata Salad followed by the Branzino--both were fresh and flavorful, and the portions were huge! I couldn't even make a dent in my main dish. My husband enjoyed the crepes and the seafood linguine, and he was just as impressed. The kids' menu was a cute touch, especially with the clever dish names. When I asked my 10-year-old what she was having and she replied, "I don't care," I was caught off guard--until I looked at the menu and saw that "I Don't Care" was actually the name of the mac and cheese! So creative and fun. Drinks were great too--strong and satisfying for my husband, and I was happy to see a solid mocktail selection for non-drinkers like me. The only downside? There were only two dessert options available. I was hoping for a bit more variety, especially since everything else exceeded expectations. Overall, it's a 10/10 experience, and I absolutely can't wait to go back!

Food was extremely fresh. Had multiple appetizers including arancini, meatballs, calamari and…read moreflatbread. Pasta dishes are all fresh and you can taste the love and care put into them. Service was not rushed. Server was not intrusive. This is a special occasion place. Not close to my normal regular spots.

What a fantastic experience! Service is very attentive; no glass was allowed to run empty without…read moreoffers of refills. We dined in the enclosed outer area which was beautifully decorated for the holidays. The food here is among the best in New York City. The beet salad appetizer is fresh and delicious. The focaccia is huge and perfectly balanced. The calamari was the only dish which could have been portioned a bit larger but was also fresh & cooked perfectly, with 2 outstanding sauces. The Caesar salad is very generously portioned; be sure to let them know your preference about anchovies! The short ribs are top notch, on a bed of broccoli rabe & mashed potatoes. The branzino is cooked to perfection in an absolutely amazing sauce. Prices are substantial but justified: this is a case of you get what you pay for.

I came here shocked to see that this place wasn't all 5 stars, and saw a lot of the bad reviews…read morewere about getting a reservation. I'll start off with that I was able to get one, and I am so glad I did. Theres a warmth of nonnas that's made this one of the most unique dining experiences out there. You can feel the love of nonnas cooking in each dish and the joy it brings them. They have a rotating selection of Nonnas along with their classic Italian menu. The Italian menu had food I've never really had before, all executed so well. I had an entire lambs head (not for the weak), so I got to eat cheek, eye, brain, etc. nonna maria had to come teach us out to cook it but it was a fascinating dish. The rabbit was also fall off the bone which I was just so pleasantly surprised by. It came with potatoes and carrots so it just felt so homey. Nonna Elizabeth was Puerto Rico was the featured chef and she made salted cod fritters, which at first, I was like it sounds interesting, but it was so well seasoned I ended up loving it. Got a pork and rice dish also, and the rice was so fascinating. It had olives in it and the pork was well seasoned. They really make you feel valued and that you're in nonnas kitchen. Everytime you go, you're going to get a different experience with the featured Nonna. For real, try this.

I had wanted to eat the cappuzelle at Enoteca Maria, now Nonna's of the world, for years. Life got…read morein the way and we never made it there, and then once the movie came out, getting a reservation became nearly impossible. When they finally started using a reservation system, I was excited to finally secure one. I booked a reservation for 4 people, including one person who had been saying for years that she wanted to eat the cappuzelle with me. They also make you prepay on your card, which wound up being part of the problem. When we got there, we were seated for a while before anyone came over. We had already gone through the online menu and decided exactly what we wanted. When the waitress finally came over, she told us the burrata and the cappuzelle were sold out. That was incredibly disappointing, especially considering that was the dish I had wanted to try for years and one of the main reasons we came. She left so we could look over the menu again, and the two of us decided to order the branzino. Then we were told they only had one left. At that point it felt ridiculous. We were basically left with only a handful of pasta options and one chicken meal. I honestly do not understand how a restaurant knows exactly how many diners are coming that night, requires prepaid reservations, and is still running out of that much food by 7:00 pm. This was not the end of the night. It wasn't 10:00 pm. It was 7:00 pm. By then I was so frustrated that I told the waitress if I had not prepaid, I would have just left. We ordered the one branzino and made it very clear how disappointed we were. When it finally came, I was almost relieved they didn't have two, because it was impossible to eat. It was served whole, which I understand can have bones, but this was beyond that. It was so full of large and small bones that it was difficult to eat, and there was no effort made to debone it or even guide us through it. But the worst part was that nobody from management even attempted to smooth things over. No apology, no visit to the table, no effort to make it right. It felt like once they had our money, they did not care. I would love to say I loved the place and that I would fight for a reservation again, but I wouldn't. It is completely overhyped, and there are tons of Italian restaurants on Staten Island with better food, better service, and the basic ability to actually serve what is on their menu.

Nino's Restaurant delivers a relaxed dining experience. From appetizers to the main course,…read moreeverything was delicious. The service was excellent, and the ambiance is classic, pristine Italian. Love this place.

Had lunch here to celebrate my daughter's end of basketball season. That staff was very friendly…read more They were also very patient, dealing with 5th and 7th grade girls dancing and moving around a lot. The food was really good. I had the fish and my husband had veal. I don't care too much for veal, but this was really good. Strong drink too. My husband was pleased with his Old Fashion. I was with a group and will def go back for dinner with my family.

The food and hospitality at Patrizia's of Brooklyn is by far one of the best in all of Staten…read moreIsland. All of the staff were always friendly and welcoming! Mario consistently took care of my family and I every time that we come here; his friendly, warm, and attentive service is reflective of what exemplary service looks like! Our favorite appetizers are the blackened scallops and octopus carpaccio; the scallops were ALWAYS cooked to perfection where it's both extremely tender and flavorful! The sausage and pepper hero was also extremely delicious, where the sausage is not overly salty but still flavorful and paired perfectly with its tangy and savory sauce! The mushroom truffle pasta is our favorite, including our little toddler who is usually a very picky eater; its creamy but not overly rich, and very savory with perfectly cut mushrooms that's not too thin and provides the perfect bite! What can elevate the dish even more if they gave just a bit more pasta so there's more to enjoy! The pizzas were also perfectly crisp on the exterior and very enjoyable, where the pepperoni was also crisped to perfection! Overall, we have not yet encountered any disappointed dishes just yet, so I highly recommend coming to Patrizia's of Brooklyn for a fun and delicious experience! Thank you for reading and best of luck! (:

the place was so loud and OVERCROWDED - too many parties going on at once…read more The service was "ok" there were multiple waiters we didn't even know who our waiter was ! Food kept coming to the table that wasn't even ours. We were there to celebrate a birthday the water said " don't worry I'll take care of you without asking what we wanted for dessert- He came over with a platter of leftover hard overcooked zepoles ( if that's what they were ) and 2 SMALL pieces of horrible cake that didn't even serve the amount in our party. As far as the food goes .... I would have rather ordered dominos PLUS - the no personality hostess should find another job - maybe in a back office dealing with paper work and NOT with the public WILL NOT be back ...

New chef from Italy is outstanding. Stop on by and try the new chef's food! Everything we've had…read morehas been amazing.

I wish I could leave a 0 star review. I have been coming…read morehere for years. Even before it was Francesco's. I have hosted birthdays, funerals, graduations, everything here. So imagine my surprise when I drove up Tuesday night for a 30th birthday celebration (WITH A 6:00 RESERVATION) to find that the restaurant was closed. No note on the door, no phone call giving us a heads up, a reason or even an excuse. Nothing. So now I'm sitting in their parking lot calling them. Nothing. So beyond unprofessional and disappointing. Don't even bother visiting or making a reservation because apparently they close whenever they want with zero regard for their guests.

Decided to try this place with some family because I saw something about them on social media…read more This place didnt disappoint. The baked clams oreganata were amazing as was the stuffed artichoke. The beef carpaccio was devoured by my son who also ordered their decadent duck entree. My aunt enjoyed braised beef in chianti.. so tender and we loved their pasta bolognese and the broccoli rabe. The owners were so welcoming. cannot wait to return soon.

Fabulous food, service, and atmosphere. Restaurant is spotless, nice soft jazz music in the…read morebackground. We can't wait to go back. Worth traveling to from out of the area. You must have a plan B in case you can't find a parking spot. However,this place is worth the cost of an Uber.

I see so many reviews with complaints but my experience was very good and I had a great meal. The…read moreambience is very pleasant though the wait service was lackluster, but they appeared understaffed that day so perhaps that's why. We ordered from the pre-fixe dinner menu, midweek. Appetizers are diverse, good bread basket & caponata as well. The mussels were tasty, a very nice portion. I had sole stuffed with crabmeat, it was delicious and plentiful. My spouse had salmon and liked it as well. The chocolate mousse was divine, light, airy, enough to share. I plan to return. RECOMMENDED.

Went a few months ago. Food and service were good. Small parking lot. Would definitely go back…read more The chilean sea bass was very good. They have another location in Nj as well.

First time trying Osfizio's for lunch and straight away you know you are going to have a wonderful…read moredining experience. Gennaro, the restaurant's manager, was extremely welcoming as soon as we walked in. Very warm, personable and attentive throughout the whole lunch. The food was excellent, including the delicious toasted bread sprinkled with grated cheese. The place is in the middle of a beautiful residential area and close to the water. One wall in the restaurant is covered with wallpaper that is a replica of Genaro's Nonna's home in Naples. The trip from Queens was well worth it and I will definitely be back!

We went to 'O Sfizio for my daughter's early birthday dinner, and it was a fantastic experience!…read moreThe service was excellent, and the food was absolutely amazing. The atmosphere felt just like dining in your own room with family and friends. The live music was great and very entertaining. I highly recommend 'O Sfizio to all family, friends, neighbors, and anyone who wants to experience an excellent family restaurant. Thanks Mario, Sal and Family for making Crystals Birthday extra special tonight.