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    The Local

    4.3 (47 reviews)
    ModerateBars, New American
    Open 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Live music
    Outdoor seating

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    Karen M H.

    The food was delicious and the service was awesome and the ambiance was lovely.I had my retirement dinner here in September 2024, and the live music was amazing,i didn't want to leave,but I plan on visiting the local again,I had an awesome time there,and it has a full bar and (dining room)where my retirement dinner was.i had a wonderful time with my family and co-workers.i highly recommend this place

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    Brian G.

    Excellent, a hidden gem on Staten Island, the week staff was wonderful. The food selections were abundant and hearty, something for everyone. Drinks were strong and the food came in a very timely manner, which is very important to hungry people like me. I definitely recommend it and I would definitely go back, I hear they have a fantastic lunch, I'll have to check that out also.

    Lemon mascarpone layered cake! So good!
    Linh L.

    Came here for early dinner w my sister (make rsvps since they are only doing outdoor seatings right now). They have the Wednesday special which is a whole lobster with mash/veggies for $21. We also ordered a HH appetizer, the pepper jacks famous steak tips served w blue cheese and some carrots/celeries. We enjoyed our meal and topped it off with a lemon mascarpone layered cake which was SO good!!! Definitely ended our meal right. Our female hostess was good, only complaint is probably not getting water filled often thru out our time there. A male server did oddly ask us if we were done with our appetizer when there was clearly still half of those steak tips left. But aside from that, great spot!

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    Bob S.

    Great food great atmosphere and by the way; I shouldn't be telling you this but Wednesday is lobster specials night with about 10 different lobster dishes

    Macadamia nut crusted bass with spaghetti squash and mashed potatoes.
    Heidi C.

    If I can give this restaurant 10 stars I would. I have dined in many fine restaurants all over New York City and this place is always amazing! The food is great, they have a selective menu and are very service oriented. They also have live music at the bar, so the place has atmosphere and is very lively. I highly recommended for a great time and amazing food!

    Bread basket the crumb cake was soooo good!

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    Very friendly atmosphere where the food and service is always on point must try the prime rib night

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    1 year ago

    A simply wonderful restaurant! The food was superb with matching service. We will be back.

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    Watch out during "happy hour" 2$ up charge for Each mixed drink for ICE. Makes a place and people I like very much a lot Less Happy

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    Very nice place for brunch. The food was good and the fireplace was pretty and useful as it was raining hard that day.

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    The food is good , staff is great only negative point is it is there is no heat in bar section!

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    Cute place with great food and a homey neighborhood feel (name fits!). Sat at bar and bartender was very attentive.

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    Great food and service. James was the best waiter.

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    We really like this place the food is good and service is good ! We enjoyed our date night here .

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    Enjoy this "local" spot. Food is really good. Nice atmosphere with old Staten Island Pictures! Thanks

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    The Stone House at Clove Lakes

    The Stone House at Clove Lakes

    3.7(371 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$$
    Outdoor seating
    Live music

    This is my favorite restaurant in New York. I found it after searching for beautiful parks and low…read moreand behold, the Stone House is nestled right in the middle of a gorgeous park, Clove Lakes. It has become mine and my husband's favorite restaurant after visiting for every special event, which are always made more special by the staff that remembers us each time. That is always a nice feeling, to be remembered. We also try to come stop by at least once a month just for a drink or dessert because the atmosphere is so beautiful. When it was time to get married, we didn't even consider other options. We were married in the Fireplace room, and held the reception on the lakefront terrace. Nadia, was our contact at the venue for the wedding planning and walked us through every single step of the way. She coordinated several special requests for us throughout the process and always welcomes us with a smile when we see her. We will definitely be back for our baby shower...one day!

    I was looking forward to the Mothers Day Buffet and went in May 10 2026 but was sorely…read moredisappointed. The food was second rate and mediocre in some cases less than mediocre but bad. The lox was cheap: too salty and fishy tasting and the bagels were cheap not NYC bagels the lemon chicken was gross and the fish was 1/10 of an inch and mostly tomatoes on top the omelette station was gross too much eggs horrible sausages were not well cooked. Not ever going to the buffet again. The bill for 3 of us was $300 The price was $56 each ($168) plus $60 for wine at $12 a glass that comes to $228 then they rack in 20% tip you must pay. They automatically bill you. A tip is something that you do as a courtesy not mandatory. I want my $55 back. Don't eat the brunch here

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    The Stone House at Clove Lakes - Fountain Terrace

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    The Basement - Billionaire Oysters

    The Basement

    4.6(77 reviews)
    2.9 miSt. George

    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.

    A charming place for dinner and sangria! Which by the way was soo good. I loved the decor and…read morecoziness of it. Great for date night. I wouldn't say good for kids. They have a great pre-fixe menu and their dishes are prepared very well. Tasty to say the least. There is a small bar where you can also grab a game from the overhead tv. Overall I would recommend.

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    Farington’s Cafe and Restaurant

    Farington’s Cafe and Restaurant

    4.8(49 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    Ordered pick up from here, and was pleasantly surprised by the quality for the price! I paid around…read more$15 for the BBQ pork quesadilla, and it was delicious! I finished it all! My coworker had the chicken sandwich for $16 and enjoyed it as well! The chicken was crispy and it also came with fries! The guy working the register was very friendly and our order was already ready when we arrived. It was still warm but it was nice that we didn't have to wait. The inside space, although small, is also very pretty, and I could definitely see myself getting lunch there with friends. Love the atmosphere and the options for food and drinks! Definitely recommend. Pros: love the quality for price, atmosphere pretty and welcoming, nice staff Cons: small on the inside

    Our server, Chris, was friendly, kind and social, which helped enhance our dining experience. The…read moredining area is spacious, but some of the tables were quite close to one another, where we had to squeeze in; not too big of a deal with minor adjustments. The brunch food was delicious, especially the steak and egg sandwich; the bread they used were so fluffy and it paired perfectly with chipotle mayo, which was recommended by Chris. The eggs Benedict were also cooked perfectly runny and each brunch plate came with some fruits and a drink of your choice. Overall everything was fresh and even the fruit selections were sweet. Highly recommend for those who want a simple yet delicious brunch! Will definitely be back to try their regular menu! Thank you for reading and best of luck! (:

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    The Point Tavern

    The Point Tavern

    4.2(27 reviews)
    0.6 miWest Brighton

    Our server was friendly, kind and easy to talk with. The restaurant looks great and has three…read moreseparate sections: the bar area, dining area, and what looks like a dining hall/party room. We ordered the Forest Ave roast beef sandwich and the fried shrimp appetizer with bang bang sauce. The shrimp had a nice crunch, and the bang bang sauce was good, but its flavor was a bit mild and plain; some garnish like chives can definitely elevate this appetizer further! Our sandwich unfortunately came without the bacon jam and maple bourbon, which meant it was just roast beef double dunked with Gruyère cheese. Unfortunately we didn't realize it until near the end, and although our waitress apologized and brought us a side of the bacon jam, by then we only had a quarter of it left which was a bummer. The roast beef was perfectly cooked and the gravy was rich and deliciously beefy, but the extra Au jus was a bit pricy for how little it was, where it came in the same small plastic sauce container instead of a small bowl/ceramic. I'm sure this doesn't happen often that half the sandwich ingredients were left out, so I guess we were just unlucky we didn't realize sooner, but it nonetheless detracted from our experience and we were charged the full price for the meal. Overall The Point Tavern has a lot of potential of being amazing and serve probably the best roast beef in all of Staten Island; I really wish them the best with their varied roast beef selections! Please give them a try and just check your sandwich before digging into it! Thank you for reading and best of luck! (:

    It's lowkey not good. Looks much better online. Dull atmosphere and at best mediocre food. There…read morewas literally a piece of hair or some type of fuzz in what I ordered. It wasn't awful, but I wouldn't go back.

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    The Point Tavern - The spread-- roast beef (The Roaster, The North Shore and roast beef platter) and a Cuban sandwich. Tater tots and asparagus as sides.

    The spread-- roast beef (The Roaster, The North Shore and roast beef platter) and a Cuban sandwich. Tater tots and asparagus as sides.

    The Point Tavern - Meatloaf sandwich ("The Point 'burger'")

    Meatloaf sandwich ("The Point 'burger'")

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