Good Food We have…read moreread of this place a few times and thought to give it a try. Smaller than I had expected. Only a few tables in the dining room, a few high tops in the bar area and a large bar. We chose to eat at the high tops because some locals were at the bar and quite boisterous and we wanted to join in. We enjoyed a bowl of Potato Chowder. Nicely done. We split the Blarney steak sandwich, delicious. Good beers on tap and the service was prompt. Good first experience. Food was good, crowd was having fun, and the place has great lighting. Thanks

I have to bump the rating up! Although I am not a "regular", but when I do go in the wifey and I…read moreare treated like regulars. Bartenders are excellent! A nice assortment of bourbon is right up my alley. Last night we had ribeye quesadillas that were made from high quality steak! So delicious. Live music and a nice back yard make this place a 5-star bar!

Updating the review because I think they weren't as good as in the past. Bartender was friendly…read moreand attentive......but the food was so so. Wifey and I split a cheesesteak sandwich which came with fries. For $19 I would like some more meat in the sandwich and the fries tasted like they put frozen supermarket fires in an oven and didn't turn the oven on high enough! Cut you fries and deep fry them please!

food is great staff is great love the place the only problem with the place is it's so hard to park…read morewe just drove around the past 30 minutes try to find a spot this is two days in a row i could not eat there cause i couldn't find parking

Great food, great service. High quality pub food that was presented well, and tasted delish…read more Small venue, but great quality!!! Will def be back, with my son who attends Wagner!

Hop shoppe is an oldie but goodie. They have been around for a good amount of time. Which means…read morethey have thrived and survived this economy. Which also means their food is good! Known for their burgers and fried cauliflower but their menu has an array of other choices. The vibe is very trendy with a back area that features a game room. It's a cool spot to hang with friends and grab some good food! Go ahead and try it you won't be disappointed.

I've been wanting to try Kills Boro for a while now. It was in my list for a while and recently I…read morefinally got to try their beers. The one that Steve and I had a few of was their Dark Lager called Shadowboxin'. Specifically it's a Czech Dark Lager. This beer was so good and I ranked it very highly on Untappd. Flavor features with this beer is maltiness, roastyness, a breadiness and an essence of a toastyness. The beer is also sweet but in a natural way and it doesn't come off like a big sugar bomb. Really a well made Lager and I am so grateful I finally got to try a beer from this brewery!

Great vibe, good aromas of pizza and other food, and sparkling clean brewery create a nice space…read morefor friends, dates or families. There's a fairly large, for a taproom, Italian menu and of course there's a big selection of beers, stout, lager and whatever else Interesting brick Roman arches, and lots of seating. A busy place on a Tuesday night.

Wow this place is amazing! First off, the detail in the…read moreinterior design is insane. If you're a bookworm this place is definitely a cozy place for you. SECOND, the food is just as amazing! I was so happy hahah. It's been a long time since I enjoyed a restaurant for more than just their food. We came here for my boyfriend's parent's anniversary and the server's were wonderful and honestly very thoughtful as well! They were very attentive to our table and refilled our waters often. I also say this because when my bf's parents ordered the halibut to split, they had brought out their meal in two individual plates that were beautifully plated, you would think they ordered separately! They also took our group picture! :) We ordered 2 orders of the Basement Snacks: For Two, 2 orders of their raw oysters for appetizers. For my entree I ordered the Shrimp Carbonara Rossa with a side of Asparagus. Everything was so good. Their buffalo wings were perfectly marinated and not too saucy, their ribs were so tender and the meat fell straight off the bone! My carbonara was also delicious. For dessert they even gave an anniversary treat which was so sweet. I ordered a Chocolate Cappuccino which was also great. 11/10! Wonderful and would recommend.

I want to start this review by stating that the food was wonderful, the ambience and decor was…read moreoutstanding and we just loved the overall vibe. Our waiter, Guiseppe was very attentive! We had a lovely night out with a couple who are our long time and good friends and we looked forward to this evening! However, there was a problem at the beginning of the evening that is unacceptable... my husband went to park the car, our friends were waiting at the bar for us, I walked in first. My friend ordered me an Aperol Spritz and my husband a diet coke. My husband does not drink and has been very successful with his sobriety for many years. The bartender, (I later found out her name is Maureen and apparently she is a manager there), misunderstood the drink order so my friend reiterated that we wanted a diet coke and an Aperol Spritz (two separate drinks). The "diet coke" arrived in a soda glass with a lemon wedge (just like a diet coke would) and the Aperol Spritz arrived in a cocktail glass. My husband took a sip of the "diet coke" and asked me if it tasted like there was liquor in it. Sure enough there was. We immediately returned it and the other bartender confirmed that it was a mix of Aperol Spritz with diet coke in the soda glass. My husband confronted the bartender and told her about her grievous mistaken and full disclosure, he said this is a "big f$%ken mistake you made". She took absolutely no responsibility for her error and shouted at him that she "was told to make a diet coke with Aperol Spritz". Truth be told, we clarified the drink order to her and why would she present the "diet coke" in a soda glass if it indeed was a cocktail. She went full "Karen mode" on him when she should have apologized. My request is that she re-trains in customer service and her ability to mix drinks! Like I said above, the food was excellent, the waiter was great, but this error is a serious error. People do make mistakes, but please acknowledge your mistakes and take care with serious issues. The dining experience was great, but I cannot give a 5 star due to the error.

The staff is super attentive and friendly. This uniquely appointed restaurant is a beauty to…read morebehold. The addition of a soundtrack which is not overbearing added to the festive fun atmosphere. The food was all too notch with great presentation. Highly recommend this interesting new addition to the island. The sister establishments Aquiline and Loft430 made for a formidable triple addition to St. Marks Place. Kudos to the staff especially Masha and Mike!

Such a cute spot in Staten Island!…read more I went to BOTA this past Saturday, and let me tell you I really enjoyed the entire experience! The environment was so cute, and the decor was sophisticated while still feeling warm and inviting. The upstairs had more of a relaxed vibe, and I LOVED the bathroom decor. The photo booth on the top floor was also such a cute added touch! Definitely a fun little detail that made the experience even better. Downstairs was beautifully decorated as well very sophisticated with a touch of nature-inspired vibes. The whole space was aesthetically pleasing without feeling like it was trying too hard. Now, let's get to the FOOD! I completely forgot to take pictures because I was hungry, but honestly, that should tell you something. Everything we ordered was SO GOOD! We got the mac and cheese, oysters, charred octopus, and short rib steamed buns, and every appetizer hit. We also paired everything with a pitcher of sangria, which was delicious! The service was amazing too. We were seated pretty quickly, and our servers made some great appetizer recommendations. We took their suggestions, and they definitely did not steer us wrong! And I have to mention the music it had me intrigued the entire time. The atmosphere, food, drinks, decor, and music all came together really nicely. Definitely a place I would go back to! If you're looking for somewhere with good food, a beautiful atmosphere, great service, and a fun vibe, BOTA is worth checking out.

Killmeyer's Old Bavarian Inn is the sole remaining German kitchen on Staten Island, originating in…read morethe 1850s and owned for the past 30 years by the Tirado family. My roots to S.I. don't go back that far, but my grandparents are buried there in an old overgrown Jewish cemetery nearby. The atmosphere is all dark wood and black metal ceilings. The decor approaches medieval. So, if you're into such historicism, just sitting in the dining room or barroom can be quite compelling. It was for me. The food is also very good. Starting with a special flute of Lenderman's Framboise sour beer, we shared the Warsaw Pierogi appetizer (6 large discs filled with smooth mashed potato & cheese mix and covered in translucent sweet onions), and a lunch portion of Jagerschnitzel with Hunter's Sauce (two large pork fillets breaded and pan fried and topped with a delicious brown gravy, sliced lightly fried potatoes, steamed veggies & a sharp steak knife). My companion wanted a German Chocolate Cake dessert, which was an excellent choice to share. Our server was friendly and attentive. We couldn't finish our lunch and I took half to schnitzel home. Walking out, we checked out the beer garden where a few families were gathered on this mid-September Saturday afternoon. Although small, it was a simple attractive backyard with tables and large umbrellas with plenty of trees for shade and breeze. Four point five Stars.

I have been going to Killmeyer's for years. Did take a hiatus and finally went back and glad I…read moredid! The food was absolutely delicious. We started with the pierogis which came out hot and with plenty of onions! Perfectly done. The salad with Gorgonzola cheese, baby spinach, cranberries, pignoli nuts; yummy. Have to comment on the steak which was perfectly cooked medium, with mashed potatoes and veggies on the side. The steak was definitely a must have again! Topped off the dinner with Apple Streudel and vanilla ice cream. Again, delicious! Will definitely be going back soon! Service was great and the staff was very attentive.

My good friend and I meet at 'OSfizio's every few months - a midpoint between PA & Queens…read more Yesterday we learned that Genaro is no longer working there, he left to open his own business (good luck to him, he was always very accommodating). We met Mario, co owner, as soon as we stepped in. He welcomed us with open arms & provided wonderful recommendations for meals & drinks. They have a brand new menu so there are many choices that would please anyone/everyone. We started with their toasted homemade bread & pepper spread - soooo delicious!! We each had pasta - ravioli with vodka sauce & rigatoni with a bolognese ragu - both yummy! We split the peanut butter/jelly lava cake with vanilla ice cream - heavenly!! This place never disappoints - will be back in September. Highly recommend!

So , I have passed osfizio for a while now. We thought maybe it was a good idea to finally try it…read moreout. In the past it was a bagel store. The outside pretty much looks the same . We looked for a spot. it's extremely hard to find parking in this area.. there is a small lot but seems like it gets filled quickly. We didn't have reservations but it was rather early and didn't think it would be hard to get a table. We walked in and a cute older man was energetically running around waiting tables and making drinks. I think he was the owner. He was funny and super nice. He seated us. There was two super large parties in the restaurant. They were loud and tbh obnoxious! We looked at the menu and we settled on some light options. Fried calamari 19 , a salad( Pera ) Bibb lettuce with Gorgonzola, candied walnuts , poached pears in a balsamic glaze 18 we added salmon and a meatball pie 21. Tiramisu So let me break it down for you. We had hot bread with a beautifully seasoned tomato sauce. It was really amazing! It really set the tone for the meal. The fried calamari was really good. Crunchy, fresh and not dripping in oil. Lightly seasoned and the sauce was perfect with the calamari. The only thing the portion was small for the price! The pizza came out and again this pizza was like a personal pizza again the price is off . I wasn't impressed with the cheese they used. It didn't seem like fresh mozzarella. First impression there was way too much sauce the crust was like a wafer. Super thin! I wasn't impressed. I took a bite and the sauce tasted raw ! Like not cooked. Had an unpleasant taste. I actually got a little nauseated. Moving on we order the Pera salad and wanted to top it with salmon. We expected a full salad and salmon right on top. It might have been our fault for not asking the price for the salmon but that's what we wanted. Anyway our salad comes and literally it's a side salad with a 3 or 4 oz portion of salmon. Super small. We couldn't believe it. We were still hungry so we order a tiramisu. It was light, fresh and just a simple dessert. This place is by far not a date place. It's loud and somewhat chaotic. You def can tell the owner is busting his ass. It's really unfortunate The food is not consistent with taste, flavor and consistency . Which is a shame. The price point of the food is way too expensive for a place on Staten Island! Speaking of price we get the bill and the price for two side salads and a small piece of salmon each 80 F'ING DOLLARS!! The guy literally ripped us off ! We pay the bill as we both shake our heads and walk out and the owner goes " hey make sure you tell 5 friends to come visit" yea sure and get ripped I would have loved to say! Patrons be aware!