5-Stars! Came here for Easter Sunday. This was my second visit this year and they are always so gracious, and welcoming, Sal who is one of the owner always greets us and remembers our visits and special requests. The restaurant is beautiful, looks as new as the day it opened. All of the staff are well trained and you feel like you are being taken care of like a Michelin Star restaurant. Our waiter Artale was very nice, patient and did not rush us. We had as appetizers the Green Apple Fennel Salad, corn scallops and the King Prawns. All were excellent and colorful. For entrees we had the Deconstructed Beef Wellington, Miso Glazed and sesame crusted Halibut, with a side of Truffle Cauliflower Mash Potatoes. For desert we had the Peanut Butter Cup and the Apple Cider Zeppoli. Everything was presented well, tasted great and had the perfect temperature. I would highly recommend Terina for a great experience. I will be back again. read more

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Returning to Brooklyn for a special birthday celebration was an absolute delight, especially at Terina. From the moment we stepped in, we were greeted with warmth and enthusiasm, showcasing exactly how a restaurant should treat its guests. The staff, culinary team, bartenders, and servers (Luis) all contributed to an outstanding dining experience that we'll cherish. The ambiance was vibrant yet cozy, perfect for a celebratory gathering. Toward the end of our meal, the owner came over to check on us, which added a personal touch that made the evening even more special. He even joined us for a celebratory shot, toasting to our family milestones. We kicked off our evening with a round of expertly crafted cocktails: *French 75 *Maple Old Fashioned *Terina Basil *Testa Rossa (mock-tail) We started our culinary adventure with a few appetizers that set the bar high. *Grilled Baby Lamb Chops *Calamari Fritti *Burrata with Pistachio (show stopper) Just when we thought it couldn't get any better, our entrees arrived: *Braised Short Ribs *Glazed Halibut *Surf and Turf (chef made a special plate) We saved room for dessert, and I'm so glad we did. Each sweet ending was a heavenly experience: *Amarena Cherry Cheesecake *Apple Cider Zeppoles *Chocolate Mousse Every course left the table empty, a testament to how delicious everything was. Our experience at Terina was one of those rare occasions where everything from the food to the service was impeccable. Terina is an absolute must-visit. read more

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The key components of an amazing restaurant are: Great hospitality Breathtaking ambiance Excellent serving staff Amazing chef Fantastic cocktails Unique and flavorful starters, entrees, and desserts This perfectly described our experience at Terina. There are no words to express how vibrant and chic this place is. It's like bringing the City to Brooklyn. Dare I say it added some 5th Ave flare with the gold accents, florals wall on the lower level, breathtaking artwork, and touch of velvet in the decor. The designers knew just how to capture our eyes upon walk in. Next, shoutout to the hostess for warmly greeting us upon arrival Our waiter Luis was a gem! Personality and culinary knowledge paired together to provide the most quality service I've had in a long time. The team supporting Luis was also good but Luis was the star! A huge shoutout to Sal, the co-owner for coming over to greet guests and making our table feel welcomed. He even provided us with a celebratory toast at the end, perfect way to conclude a magical night. Let's get into everything from start to finished, kept reading for genuine reviews! Drinks: I ordered the Terina Basil which was absolutely refreshing! Perfect balance of vodka, St. Germaine, citrus, and basil and probably something that I'd order again! It was a great springtime/summer drink. My party ordered various drinks and there were no complaints at all: French 75, maple old-fashioned, testa rossa, and mocktail for my mom. No complaints around the table, we loved everything! Starters: My boyfriend ordered a few starters: Grilled baby lamb chops: succulent and mouthwatering! My goodness! The lamb chops were perfectly grilled and oozing with flavor. Calamari Fritti: Chef, please report to the front because this was masterful! The balance of flavors, particularly the peppers and savory taste from the calamari were blended together beautifully. The cook on the calamari was perfecto! Not too chewy and not fried hard, it was just right! Burrata Pistachio: dare I say that this is the BEST burrata I've had. And no, it's not the traditional burrata that we're used to. Chef, once again defied the standard and took this starter over the top. There was some sweetness to the dish that I cannot explain but know that the entire thing made a believer out of some of my family members who haven't had it before. Whew! This was sooooooo good After being blown away by the starters here comes the entrees, buckle up: I ordered the Braised Short rib: EXCELLENT! EXCELLENT! EXCELLENT! The char on the broccolini was perfect! Making it lightly sautéed with a bit of crunch. The truffle cauliflower mashed potatoes was sinfully good. And the gravy from the short rib gently trickled onto the plate adding to this beautiful dish. The preparation for the braised short rib is something that every restaurant cannot do but Chef once again defied the odds and perfectly prepared it. I left the table in love thinking about my next visit lol My boyfriend ordered the special: Miso Glaze Halibut, which was DELICIOUS! And again, the rest of my party said that their food was soooooo good! Truffle short rib paccheri, surf and turf (not on menu but prepared at request by my mom). All of the dishes were a hit. Well, I'm coming to the end of this flavor fest: Desserts can make or break a place but honey these desserts simply placed the icing on top! I ordered the Apple cider zeppoles-FANTASTIC!!! My party ordered: Amarena Cherry Cheesecake and Chocolate Mousse-once again, everyone loved their selections. Fine dining at its best and that's a rare find! Count me in to support this place the next time we're in town. It was worth every moment! read more

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Everything was a god damn 10! Starting from Francesco as the waiter to Anthony the bartender! Food phenomenal, service impeccable. Price but worth it lol. Dessert ehh I'd pass. But you better get the guava martini . Def coming back! read more

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Had a great dinner at Terina. The appetizers were all really solid especially the scallops dish, the endive salad that came plated like a little boat, and the lamb chops were cooked just right. For my main, I ordered the rabbit scarpariello, which was flavorful and different from the usual menu options. Some of my friends got the branzino and others had the steak, and everyone seemed really happy with their meals. Couldn't remember all the dish names but it was delicious. They had live music as well which we sang too. Overall, a really enjoyable dinner with great presentation and a nice atmosphere. read more

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Absolutely exceptional new restaurant. The service was spectacular, and genuinely warm, like family. The food was amazing and I honestly felt like I was eating a home cooked meal at my grandmother's table . We loved environment and decor. It's definitely our new favorite place!!! read more

Terina - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

- amazing service - octopus is olivey - cool soundtrack - parking can be sketchy - cacio was good, filling, decent reheat value it is like breast and cheese with ham bits - tiramisu was great i liked the crunchiness - truffle short rib was good it was a lot of truffle tho - lovely environment - the bread with eggplant is amazing! - the butter is really delicious as well read more

Came here to celebrate my birthday and I cannot recommend enough. There was a small wait despite having a reservation so we got a drink at the bar. There's a very diverse wine list and cocktail menu, the apple cider sangria was delightful. For entrees we got the angry lobster pasta and the short rib. The short rib was so tender it fell off the fork and the pasta was so fresh. read more

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Modern and chic but casual vibe. Came on a friday evening and managed to walk in for a table of 2. Terina scallops are nice although with a small portion. The Truffle short rib paccheri amazed me - it is probably one of the best short rib pasta I had, super flavorful with incredible juiciness and tenderness. The pork chop arrabbiata comparatively wasn't so impressive but still a great entree. I recall some of the daily specials sounded really tasty too like a lamb chop with an espresso rub and a cherry chocolate sauce. The drinks menu is quite extensive to pair the dishes your own way too. Definitely want to visit again the next time I am in the area. read more

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From the decor, ambiance, service of the waitstaff, how the waitstaff dresses & presents themselves - it's a restaurant that Brooklyn needed. Terina exudes a sense of upscale old school Italian without having to go into Manhattan. Don't even get me started on the food. Mouth watering, seasoned to perfection and cooked perfectly. Anything you order on the menu will be worth it. read more

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My favorite spot in Bay ridge Brooklyn, has been reinvented! Us Staten islanders need to flock there. This restaurant is located at the old Areos iykyk and it did not disappoint. Service was excellent. From the moment we walked in I knew it would be a great experience! We had reservations that were honored. We were brought downstairs to a private dining room. It had a speakeasy vibe. But it was quiet. If you are looking for an intimate experience then request the downstairs..A little disappointed we weren't in the main dining room. Spoke to the owner Sal, he said to state it on the reservation. We will definitely be back. Food was very good. There is valet parking which helped. Overall we would recommend this restaurant. read more

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This Place is SoooOooo Gorgeousssss!! Super chic with a Rose wall downstairs that changes with the seasons for a cool photo op and a private speakeasy downstairs. The food was Phenomenal and Service was 10 stars Best Overall place in Bay Ridge read more

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As soon as we stepped inside, the ambiance was absolutely gorgeous,warm, inviting, and perfect for a special occasion. The service was incredible from start to finish. The staff was very attentive, making sure everything we needed was taken care of with a smile. We came here to celebrate a very special birthday, and Terina truly made the evening unforgettable. The food was nothing short of amazing everything was full of flavor and cooked to perfection. I was so pleased to even take some leftovers home and enjoy it all over again! The location is great, not too far from me, which makes it even more convenient to visit. I must say, I can't recommend this place enough. I honestly can't wait to return for a girls' night dinner. Terina is the perfect mix of beautiful ambiance, exceptional service, and delicious food. Highly recommend! read more

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Dining at Terina was an unforgettable experience. The moment we walked in, we were struck by how beautifully the place was decorated, stylish, warm, and inviting. Every detail in the ambiance was thoughtfully curated, making it a perfect setting for a special evening. The highlight of our night, beyond the delicious dinner, was the pleasure of meeting the chef and owner. Their passion and hospitality truly shined and added such a personal, memorable touch to our experience--it was the cherry on top. The service was just as impressive. The servers were professional, attentive, and always on point, which made the evening flow seamlessly. I can't recommend Terina enough--exceptional food, outstanding service, and a beautifully crafted atmosphere. Will definitely be returning! We had 4 appetizers, Mac n Cheese side, and 2 Entrees Pork Chop and Veal, and Dessert. I could not take a picture because I was busy stuffing my face. read more

Terina - Appetizer - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Francesco made our night! He was attentive and professional but also warm and welcoming. Really terrific. The food is outstanding! We had trouble choosing from among so many options but Francesco was a great guide. We'll definitely be back. Try the testarossa! read more

Terina - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This place is out of control with its prices. First off what's the point of a reservation if you don't get seated for another hour. When you finally get seated you wait 45 minutes for a waiter/waitress to show up to you table. Especially after you beg the bus boy to get a waiter or waitress a million times. This place wants to be the "it" spot well "it" is not "it". In the history of ordering martinis it has always been served with 2 to 3 olives. This place only gives you 1. When I asked the waiter he said he has to charge me $1.00 an olive for anything more than 1. Are you out of your mind?? This place is nice inside but that's all it has going for it. Definitely not worth the money or headache. This place won't survive. Owner comes off rude as well. read more

My fiancé and I visited Terina on a Thursday night. We had an 8:30pm reservation and were seated right away. To our surprise there was live music in the restaurant that night, which we loved. We tried the cacio e pepe mozzarella carrozza and calamari fritti for appetizers. We loved the sauce that the mozzarella carrozza was platted on top of and the tender crispy calamari was delicious but on the spicy side for us. For our main course we had the deconstructed bees Wellington and the spicy vodka pasta and loved both of these dishes! This is a great date night or special occasion spot. read more

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Love this place - fancy for bay ridge Food, drinks and the setting. Very nice Specials are good also read more

The ambiance and the service are excellent. The food choices are different. Worth a visit. read more

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My favorite Staten Island restaurant is in Brooklyn Chef Joe Salimeni, the force behind Staten Island's J's on The Bay, has done it again with Terina on the corner at 85th and 3rd in Bay Ridge. A beautiful space, upscale yet not pretentious, with great food, impeccable service, and an attentive staff. From the creative menu and a right-sized wine list, we started with zucchini flowers and octopus carpaccio followed by swordfish oreganata and bucatini di roma, complemented with a deep, bold Italian red. 6 minutes and a mile and a half off the Verrazano, with valet parking. Make the trip Staten Island. Make Terina your next destination for an unforgettable night out. read more

I saw someone review of this place on Instagram and it caught my attention. So the place is really a real deal. It is quite big with indoor and outdoor seating. The indoor has downstairs area which I would say more romantic, but the main dining area is also very classy. The food is up to the decor, everything was very good, especially cacio pepe mozzarella carrozza what seems to be their trademark appetizer. I also really liked their busiate siciliano pasta. The place is very popular, especially on the weekends, so reservation is recommend. read more

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Came to this restaurant last night for my birthday dinner with my husband. We have been eyeing it after seeing all the food posts on socials and hearing buzz in the community. To start, the hostess is very pleasant and all the staff were wonderful. Our waitress was Tia and her service was excellent, which really adds to your dining experience. Even as you go to restroom, every staff you pass is welcoming and acknowledges you. Now this may not matter to everyone, but I noticed how well the staff were put together, almost dressed up, as if they were going out for dinner and not just another night at work and for me that really elevates the dining experience to another level. The ambience is very nice, dim lit mood to match the moody and eccentric decor. The faucet in the bathroom is really cool & high quality towelettes always a plus. Now for the food, we ordered a lot as we usually do and I can say the portions are so large we would have been better off with another couple joining us, of course we took left overs to go. We ordered 3 apps, the cacio e Pepe mozzarella corrozza, the special king crab leg oreganatta & spicy tuna crispy rice. Tuna was my favorite, 4 large pieces. The crab leg was honestly on the dryer side & quite difficult to scoop out the meat, can't say I would order it again esp for $75, the mozz en corrozza was soo gooey and large portion definitely something unique. On the saltier side for my own liking but husband had no complaints in that regard. For entree we shared truffle mushroom gnocchi, beef Wellington deconstructed, and their special chicken trio. The gnocchi was exceptional and cooked to perfection, again on the saltier side and more peppered than my personal preference but still very enjoyable 2nd favorite dish of the night. The Wellington steak was cooked to perfection would definitely order again. The chicken was amazing but notably a heavy dish with all the sauce. If we had 4 people and could sample little of everything I maybe would have had more room to enjoy at this point. I imagine eating that dish with having just 1 appetizer beforehand would have been amazing. The dessert we went with was the tiramisu & bread pudding with pumpkin tartufo. I always order tiramisu when dining out and this is a top fave, very unique, large portion, as full as I was at this point I had to eat it, the kinda dish you cannot leave behind. The bread pudding was on the drier side for my liking and not a fan of the pumpkin tartufo, to be fair it was too much and not pairing well with the tiramisu but my husband very much enjoyed it. He likes dishes more well done and crispy I prefer more moist so could be a preference thing. Presentation of every single dish was beautiful, very much elevated the experience and your eyes ate first. Overall we very much had a 5 star experience and look forward to coming back, can see this being a go to spot for a simple intimate dinner, group outing, or another celebratory occasion. One of the owners came up and asked us how we were doing, clearly they are very involved in their customer experience and present on the floor. They brought out a sparkler with my dessert and happy birthday chocolate placed into the dessert. One of the staff surprised me with a non expected moment and staff sang happy birthday. Thank you Terina for a lovely and memorable birthday experience. read more

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I can recommend dinner at Terina wholeheartedly. The atmosphere and decor is all together elegant, cozy and beautiful. The service was phenomenal, with the wait staff being very attentive, but not overbearing. My guest and I sampled several dishes, with the seared lasagna being the standout dish for me, while my guest thoroughly enjoyed the deconstructed beef Wellington. I tried the apple pie infused old fashioned, and it did not disappoint, with excellent balance and rich flavor. If you want a great dining experience, don't hesitate to visit, you won't regret it. read more

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The food was good but not great. Service was amatuerish. Waiters and bussers did not clean the table between courses. They just plopped the next course down on a food -splattered tablecloth. Even though they were responsible for the splatters. The tee-shirted manager(?) just stood around with his arms folded across his chest rather than supervise his unprofessional dining room staff. read more

Fabulous food, service and ambiance. It was our first time dining there and far exceeded all my expectations!! Looking forward to going back again especially on a Thursday evening to listen to the live music duo who were beyond awesome!! A fabulous addition to the Bay Ridge community!! read more

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Pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed this place. We were greeted warmly on a chilly evening and brought to a cozy table. This is odd to comment on but the chairs were very comfortable. Complimentary bread with compound butter was so tasty that I asked for the remainder to go. We shared the baked clams, veal chop and broccoli di rape. I appreciated the unique take on the clams as I'm not a huge fan of them in general. The veal chop was outstanding. The cherry peppers were an extraordinary complement to this giant pounded and fried chop. It is enormous and we even took some home. The broccoli was underwhelming. I prefer a simple sauté in garlic and olive oil. Who cares! I'd go back for that chop in a heartbeat. read more

This restaurant is very good. Classic italian food. Big portions and incredible flavor. The veal chop and zucchini flowers were great. Definitely want to try their pasta next. read more

Very nice place with several rooms of tables. We had an assortment of dishes, appetizers & mains & all were well prepared and delicious. My wife loved their special lobster roll & I, the duck breast. Both over the top. Service was excellent throughout the meal. It was our first time here & we'll be back. read more

my first time at terina was amazing!! our server tia was great and super attentive/friendly. drinks were amazing and the trio chicken cutlet dish and spicy vodka sauce were absolutely amazing!! this restaurant made my birthday so special, will definitely be returning! read more

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Terina occupies the same space that Areo and Baci once lived in. The restaurant attracts a high end local audience. I slipped in and I grabbed a bar stool. There was a live band performing Jazz standards, so it was a bit loud. I perused the menu, and I ordered. I began with Clams Cargot. These are Escargot style Clams, and there were very good. I ordered Orrecchiete Barese as my second. The Pasta was a bit undercooked, and the dish was a bit too Garlicky for my taste. A glass of Nero d'avola was delicious. I'd return if there weren't so many "Christopher Moltisanti's" in the room. read more

I really enjoyed the food here but I'd prefer it be less like Pastels. The disco music playing while we ate made it very hard to hear each other. But the food was next level just a step above others in the neighborhood. They put a unique spin on nearly every dish. They took mundane Carozza, vodka sauce and sausage and broccoli rabe and really them different. Even the bread and dips served were good. Might be a few dollars more than others but totally worth it. Nice addition to the neighborhood. Watch out Brooklyn Roots. read more

Amazing food, atmosphere, and drinks! Service was incredible! Everything was delicious~ especially the mussels and Branzino! Cannot wait to return! read more

Terina - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Well, let me start by saying, this place lives up to the hype. My wife and I went for our anniversary. 7:30 reservations, we go there around 7:10. They sat us down right away. Main dinner room. Place is such a vibe. Staff were super nice. Our server was A+. We split the mozzarella carrozza app and the spicy vodka pasta. Both were incredible. Then I had the bone in NY strip. This place isn't known for its steak but it's was 10/10. Cooked to perfection (med rare). My wife had the short rib w risotto. I had to taste a bite and it was delicious. We got a special apple cider zeppoles. WOW !!! The only criticism I would say is the music was "off" the whole night. It was a weird blend of pop hits but it never felt like it was hitting the mark. They played the same same song twice in 20 min and then would switch to something totally different. I don't know what was going on but I'm willing to overlook the music when everything else was on point !!! read more

4 people we try going to the past three weeks, but they had no tables opening. Everything was reserved. Well, finally, the fourth week they had an opening for reservation and we accepted And most likely they could keep the reservations they could keep the place and I wasn't impressed with nothing at all And hopefully they will stay open, but I will never go back there again I wasn't impressed with nothing on the main course neither my guest read more

The food was great as was the service. It's a good looking restaurant with a vibrant crowd. Put this on your go to list.

The service here is actually the worst. You will NEVER be sat on time with a reservation, sometimes asked to wait over an hour for your table. If you dare inquire how much longer your table will be, the manager will say "what do you want me to do??" as if his entire job is not to efficiently run his restaurant. If it's a one-off occurrence, that's one thing but when it has happened to three different people, multiple times each - it's the restaurant, babes. Avoid at all costs. read more

I have been at Terina a few times for dinner, I have tried almost everything on the menu, food is delicious, the atmosphere is great, you are welcomed as if you were a family member, the service is great! read more