Growing up in the Bronx, this was always a fun hang out spot for some henny coladas in the summer. My sister always wanted to come here for their fried shrimp. I don't eat seafood so I always get chicken tenders and fries. Today I tried their wings and it was disappointing, the skin was thick and fatty, I prefer my wings crispy. I noticed some one bought half chicken with tostones, had I known they served that, I would have too! read more

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Stopped in with a few family members (not my choice). First of all the establishment is a cash only place, they conveniently have several ATMs at the restaurant for a fee. The restaurant has indoor and outdoor dinning tables. Honestly this place really seems like fast food sea food style. Personally, I just am not a fan. I ordered the New England Clam Chowder which was not the way I like it, it was very runny and watery. I had the ribs because I did not want any fried sea food. The ribs were bad, smothered in awful bbq sauce. The only thing I liked were the tostones. My girlfriend ordered the fried whiting and it had no flavor it was rather blah. I did not like this place and will not return. read more

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The food was fried great nice and greasy just the way I like it. I ordered a fried fish platter with all the fixings. The clams the shrimp the calamari the fried fish the fries. The service was nice and quick. The food did not take long at all. You can eat inside or out side. Clean place. read more

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It's a cafeteria style joint. When I arrived there weren't many people but as the evening progressed a lot more people came in to the restaurant. There were families, couples and girlfriends hanging on and enjoying themselves. I'm not sure if they were enjoying the food. The food doesn't have any flavor because I think not a drop of salt is put on the food before cooking it and it's too late to put salt on the fish when you get it because when you do the salt goes everywhere but in the food. The wait time is fine but I didn't enjoy it. The amount I was served was good but no seasoning and fish from a box from the freezer. Not good. Perhaps people don't notice because of the condiments used on their orders. I didn't like the tartar sauce. It was too liquified. The staff was accommodating and there was one person that distinguished herself. She was the cleaner of tables. She had a lovely demeanor and very helpful and friendly. She was a plus. I wished the fish was fresh. It wasn't. Cash only is a bit problematic but there's a ATM in the restaurant but the cost to withdraw my money I thought was usury. Too expensive. The sangria wasn't bad. I won't go back. read more

Food at this location is always great and fresh. So many great food options, lots of parking and the drinks here are always great. Wish it was a little cleaner esp in the restroom. read more

So my goddaughter wanted to go here after her graduation. I don't think anybody on city island knows how to season seafood. That coupled with they only take cash ($3 access charge at their atm) I really wasn't impressed here and I'm sure I won't be back if it's my choice. The food is just eh!!! Go to Sammy's instead lol read more

Good food and service. Comfortable atmosphere and very clean. Nice decor for a fast food establishment

The many times that I have been to Tony's it don't disappoint. It's a HANGOUT SPOT, so please tourist leave the place to real new yorkers. What I got? Seafood combo and a order of lobster tails with two red sangria's and two pina coladas with rum :) read more

The food and service at Tony's is always amazing. They are fast and efficient. The food is delicious. Prices aren't bad. There is plenty of seating. I loveeee coming by whenever I'm craving seafood! read more

Tony's Pier - Seafood Near Me - Bronx, New York

First off the more for less is beyond overdone everywhere, would've never thought Tony's would pull this off and I should've tooken pics. I got a measly 7 pieces of shrimp exact, smallest amount of steak fries with barely any condiments unless you ask for it not to mention smallest drink ever cause they only have one size, I usually go to either Tony's or Johnny's across the street these are 2 staples of City Island in the borough of the Bronx. To sum things up I'll never go back to Tony's ever again completely felt jipped $25+ for what, when I left felt as if I had appetizers before receiving your entre except I got no entre it's sickening, guess I'll wait for Johnny's to open back up for Spring/Summer cause it's winter their only open during hotter seasons, I'd suggest everyone to stay away from here hurts me to say but you'll get better grub for your buck elsewhere, my best regards read more

This place has been a staple in my life for about a year now. It's a beautiful restaurant with a cafeteria style feel near the waters of City Island. Despite them selling seafood it never really smells that way, is always clean and is nicely setup. There is usually a good amount of people here even on slow days. The workers are quick and the orders are taken and delivered very quickly. My favorite thing here is for sure the DRINKS. They have the best bar, best Henny Colada in town. The food is also great and I 100% recommend you come in here at least once in your life! read more

Tony's Pier - Henny Colada - Seafood Near Me - Bronx, New York

I am not from around here anymore. I have been living in Southern California. I missed good seafood and my brother recommended Tony's on City Island. I had been hearing about this place for some 30+ years ago. So, as I was staying in PA for a while I decided to make the trip. The drive was 3 hours one way! So grateful the weather was nice. We arrived at 11:14am. The parking lot was empty. There's plenty g parking. Like A LOT!! When we entered there were 4 other people. I was at a loss as it was my first time. We approached the counter reading the wall menus trying to decide and instead of asking if we needed any help or had questions he told us to hurry up and order. There was no one behind me. My mother is in her 80's and I have to order smart for her. Not everything fried. That went out the window. Ordered her a Lobster, Shrimp & Fries. She was good with the shrimp. Wasn't impressed with the fries. Everything was warm. I like my food hot. I expect it to come out hot. It's FRIED -it should come out hot. Cold Cement floors which I imagine is a good thing when it's hot outside and packed inside. Lots of tables. They are all uncomfortable for larger folks. If the chairs slid back or were an inch or two farther from the tables it would work. They have an ATM on the premises. And at the prices here - you're going to need a lot of cash. They offer a full bar. I got an ICE COLD CORONA. I was happy it was ice cold. It was the only thing that came out at an appropriate temperature. I ordered a Lobster shrimp Combo - fried the coleslaw served with it was almost an insult. The tartar sauce WAS an insult. The tartar sauce was gross. Watery. Flavorless. My brother ordered the Fish Fry Combo - scallops, Trout (?) - with the fish bones still on the filets. When they sent out the wrong food - my brother went back. Almost 20 minutes later - he came back frustrated. The counter guy had not put in my order. As we paid THAT price I wanted the items. Instead of addressing THEIR mistake and getting me my food ASAP - they decided it was more important to argue in front of everyone waiting to order. It was pathetic. Unprofessional. The food was just not at peak - and we were literally the THIRD order of the day. The bathrooms could use some attention. Management should consider retraining but this is a cash cow. They won't change anything. They don't consider it broken. Overpriced / Total disappointment Checkout SEAFOOD CITY - same concept done right. It's just a few streets up. OUTRAGEOUS! Better bar offerings. Friendly employees. Good food!! read more

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If I could give less than one star I would. Very disappointed. When You come to establishments and pay a lot of money I would like to be spoken to with respect. I will never come back. It's sad how one part of an establishment can ruin the whole experience. The bar tender was very rude and disrespectful. The way he spoke to me and my sisters was very rude. If I would have ordered drinks first I wouldn't have ordered food. But over $200 later here we are. Food wasn't bad but because of his behavior I will never spend money here again. Go across the street to Johnnys read more

Came here with family for a quick seafood run as Johnny's is closed during the winter . My only complaint is that they changed how they make the fried shrimps which I wasn't a fan of . I ordered lobster tails and shrimps. The lobster tail was so good, well seasoned and tender , I ordered some as well as crabs to go . Was not too crowded and service was excellent . Tasted a Dusse colada which was good as well. read more

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Here is a spot in the bronx that I have been to several times and never disappoints. Tony's pier. Located all the way in the back of city island on the right-hand side. I came here with friends on this rainy gloomy day, so it was not packed with people. That might be different in the warmer weather seasons. Tony's pier. I usually get the fried combination platter even tho I can't finish it. It comes with whiting, flounder, calamari, shrimp, scallop, and clams. The place looks great now and has a lot of seating.Service goes pretty smoothly. I recommend giving tips to the bar host. Your drinks will be stronger each time, lol. read more

Tony's Pier - Seafood Near Me - Bronx, New York

My uncle and I visited this restaurant for a late lunch on a Sunday afternoon. The atmosphere, specifically outside seating area is very scenic and has great views! The only part that was quite unexpected was the very long line and wait time. We waited in line to order our food for about 45 minutes! Once we finally got to order, we received our food quickly but the wait time was ridiculous. We ordered the fried lobster tails with shrimp and fries. We both enjoyed our meals. It could have used a little more seasoning but it was good. I would have given it 4 stars but it gets 3 stars because of the ridiculous long wait time to order. read more

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I've been going to this restaurant since I was a little girl. I would feed the seagulls (b/c it is at the end of city island where the water & rocks are) French fries. My go tos are the shrimp dinner(consists of fried shrimps, steak fries, & coleslaw) or fried lobster tail. Their tartar sauce & coleslaw slaw are the best I ever tasted. You can tell their both homemade! Staff isn't very friendly but they have fast service! Most items are fried & it is mad fresh when you order. They fry it by order so food isn't just sitting there. Drinks are ok they have fallen off on that. I always order a henny colada.The atmosphere is nice outside bc you can sit by the water. However, inside is cafeteria like. read more

Tony's Pier - Shrimp dinner(fried shrimp,steak fries,& cole slaw) - Seafood Near Me - Bronx, New York

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I wish I could give this place higher than 3 stars but unfortunately it lacks in some areas. I have been coming here for a couple of years now and their food continues to be very consistent in flavor but they haven't remodeled or invested any money in trying to make the place itself look better. The bathrooms are usually not that clean, the dining area is pretty simple with plastic red benches which are not the most comfortable. The outside seating area is usually not that clean either. Their frozen piña coladas are very good, they are generous with the amount of liquor they put in. My favorite thing to order is their fried lobster tails that comes with 4 tails and French fries and right now is costing $40. Their baked clams are also delicious; the breading is very flavorful. Their oyster bar is a hit or miss; some days are better than others. Their French fries are not good; they lack a lot of flavor. The line is usually pretty long since it is a very popular spot in city Island so you can see yourself waiting maybe 20 minutes on the line and other 10-15 minutes for the food. They do have a large parking lot so parking is never an issue. read more

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Tony's is similar to the other no frills place across from it, Johnny's Reef. You go inside, order at the counter, and receive your food on a plastic tray with paper plates and plastic cutlery. The menu is mostly fried seafood and they even sell $5 beers and cocktails too. This place is a good option if you want to save some money and do not care to be at a fancier place. Best of all, it is located at the end of island and there is outdoor seating that is right on the water. read more

Tony's Pier - Seafood Near Me - Bronx, New York

Fresh seafood and very local. Cafeteria style: order at the counter and find your own place to sit. They have a bar, and a menu of fried and broiled seafood items. It is a lot of food, whether you decide yo go with one of the combos for feeding multiple people or a straight up single dinner combo. What we liked as a group: fried shrimp, fried clam strips, and fried whiting. What we did not care for: overcooked tostones, undercooked yuca fries, new england clam chowder, fried calamari, and fried scallops. Honestly, scallops are best seared in a butter sauce. Never had them fried anywhere that blew my mind. The line goes fast and they bang the food out pretty quickly. I would like to try the lobster next time. It looked super tasty. read more

Tony's has Soft Shells! Finally made it to Tony's Pier to get my biannual, once every two years, Soft Shell Crab fix. Three fair sized Soft Shells plus Steak Fries at $24.00 covid pricing, were more than enough to satiate this craving. Cash only. Friendly fast service. Ample parking. Indoor seating. Plus enough outside bench seating under their red canopy, giving the outdoor a warm red glow and protection from this days sunny elements and Seagulls. Their Summer 2021 season is gradually coming to a close as Winter's slowly approaching. Maybe they'll extend their season longer to make up for losses...who knows? Either way it was a nice change to enjoy a slowed down moment and choose to give Tony's Pier a chance. Well worth the wait. read more

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Okay the fried versus boiled compared to Johnny's...... Tony's fried is better but Johnny's boil is better Tony's boil is a little over done...... tuff!!!! read more

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Been coming to Tony's Pier before I even moved to NYC. It's my grandma's favorite spot. I usually take her sometimes during the week when she feels like having a cheat day. She loves the fried shrimps here. They're so tender and flavorful with a perfect portion of house fries under it. A little cabbage is hidden under which is a homemade coleslaw. We tried the fried calamari this time around and we enjoyed the perfect portion all together. The shrimp basket $17 Fried calamari basket $17 read more

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Food is average nothing too special about it and in my opinion it's priced ok- not great. Ambiance is good you can sit outside or inside. Service is your average you make the line then get your food and go sit nothing special. For the price I paid I did not feel satisfied- you pay more for it being seafood and because it's in city island. read more

Tony's Pier - Seafood Near Me - Bronx, New York

This is a cafeteria style restaurant. If you are looking for fancy or healthy don't bother coming here. If you are looking for seafood that is fast food style this is an option. There is a limited menu which includes several non seafood options which I liked. Such as bbq ribs chicken or pasta. There are also sides consisting of corn, garlic pasta, tostones, fried yucca, etc. The food was ok. Ive had better from across the street at johnny's (always crowded with customers). We came here because I wanted to avoid the crowd, sit outside and enjoy the sea air and beautiful night view. Now for the Food My friends had the bbq ribs ($17) and chicken parmi. They both said it was delicious. Coming from picky eaters that's a high compliment. I had the fried lobster tails with shrimps.($32) It was well...meh. Not complaining, but I've had better from across the street at Johnny's. They offer alcoholic beverages like pine coladas and the like for $5. read more

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I will go down in history as one of the 100's of ppl in line at City Island during a pandemic. They implemented great order with security and streamlining the flow of ppl. The best of what we got was the Shrimp and the Onion Rings and Cole Slaw. All had savor flavor. The base sauce for the Lobster is bland. The Cole Slaw side is way too small. The Cheese Garlic Bread- I'll just say that homemade version you learned is better. You may want to add seasonings to your Pasta dish. And finally, those Steak Fries; if I had known I could substitute I wouldn't have got those. Steak Fries are not good. Never. I'm not sure how to measure what restaurant is worth standing in an line for 1:45. I do feel we were "out there" for the trend of it and less for how great the food is. read more

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My visit to Tony's Pier was for the most part good. The staff is polite and efficient and handles the enormous crowds very well. The prices are reasonable and sales tax is included. Parking is off-street and adequate. However, my fried flounder fillet was bland and the french fries were undercooked and not very hot. For this reason, I could not give 5 stars. read more

Food did not look appealing, Me and My friend did not like the mozzarella sticks. Made us gag and feel like we were throwing up. Worker was sounding aggressive when answering questions. read more

Not really worth the trip. Two of us split a fried flounder dinner with fries, some mozzarella sticks, and an ear of corn. The corn was juicy, and the fries were ok, but the fish (the main event) left something to be desired. There is no reason to order the mozzarella sticks. All that and a soda for $30 (cash only). Service was fine. It's counter service then you bring your tray to where you want to sit, inside or outside. There is no direct ramp to get from where you order to the outside eating area, and we had a stroller, so we had to go through the front door and parking lot around to the back. It feels a bit like a school cafeteria, which is to say that I'm not expecting linen tablecloths when I go to a fish place, but they could use a little updating perhaps. The inside is loud, and the outside is not quiet. The parking lot comes around to the back so there were a number of car horns during our stay. And the dogs seem to want to bark at everything. It was our first trip to City Island, and I'm hoping our next one will be better. read more

Sighs! I'm so disappointed in city island lately. The food at a lot of these places have just become bland and tasteless. Where is the seasoning? Yesterday, i came here by recommendation of my friend. (Never again). He said this place used to be it when he was a kid. But, to me, the food was less than stellar. We got there late so they were only doing take out orders. So we ended up ordering fried shrimp, fried scallops and fried calamari with cheesy garlic bread. The service was busy. The line was long, people were waiting for a while for their food. The guys at the counter seemed to be moving at light speed getting people's orders out. Maybe it's because we did fried food, because i was not impressed in the slightest. The food was so bland. No flavor whatsoever. It tasted like absolutely nothing. The fried shrimp were good with the tarter sauce they gave. They didn't give any salt or pepper, no hot sauce. Just ketchup packets and tarter sauce. The steak fries were hot and fresh out the fryer, but no salt or seasoning just made all the food taste the same. No lemon wedge for the seafood so all of it just had one flavor. Nothingness. It was bad. Maybe with some hot sauce it could've been more flavorful, but i was so unimpressed. The garlic bread was delicious tho. A little on the burnt side, but pretty good. Next time I'll try the broiled side, maybe they add seasoning to that food. It's also a cash only place. They have an atm there if needed. I didn't even take pics of the food. I ate a couple shrimp, and gave the rest to the people i was with. The scallops were okay. The breading was coming off so it felt unappetizing. The calamari was okay too. It wasn't as rubbery. But again, flavorless. So maybe go when they're not about to close. I really don't know. But i will not return here. read more

I've been coming to this restaurant along time in I know why. They are always on point when it comes to their processes of getting in-and-out with some of the best seafood in New York City period. We decided, hey, let's take a ride uptown! And of course it was one of the nicest days of the year, so the line was barricaded off and stretched down into the parking lot! They had security team set up at multiple points, with radios making sure that people were not cutting the line and also able to use the facilities during the long wait. They had security helping to direct traffic and answer questions. Everyone was mostly respectful when it came to social distancing. Protocols here were fantastic. Lots of sanitizer, temperature checks, rapid cleaning at the indoor tables which are spaced appropriately. All check-ins were conducted and guarded by a giant security guard to make sure that all of these things take place. They have a rope to keep you from coming too close to the counters and contaminating things, which also be me feel pretty secure. Even though we were spaced out pretty far it seemed to work better this way because everyone was able to get in-and-out once you cross the threshold within 10-20 minutes. The food? It is still phenomenal! The seafood pasta is still delicious. Sadly, the price went up by $5, still it is worth it. See you again soon guys! read more

Tony's Pier - Seafood Near Me - Bronx, New York

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Food was so good we shared 2 platters and had some oysters . It was all so good. We sat outside by the water and it was so good eating fresh seafood right by the water. Only problem was it is cash only. But they have a atm. Great escape from the city. read more

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The Food Choices are Plentiful! The service is Quick and Accurate! The ambiance is Exactly what is to be Expected at a Seafood Spot by the Water (Lots of People; Plenty of Indoor and Outdoor Seating; Just enjoying their food and Company! read more

I've been going here for years. I've been through all the different shrimp recipes and none have failed my judgement. I love Tony's Pier. This is the perfect quick spot to go with Family and friends. Shrimp basket is very popular and for a reason!! Crab legs from here are good too, & well seasoned. & I'm very happy they stopped putting a pickle slice as a side with my shrimp basket lol cus it would always be soggy and warm. Overall, I will not stop coming here. read more

Classic NY staple that has undergone some upgrades to stay competitive and able to meet the demand. If you have lived in New York long enough to make it onto City Island, then a visit to Tony's (and Sammy's to make a proper comparison) is in order. You cannot go wrong with delicious seafood that is dropped into a fryer or broiler for your gluttonous pleasure. Back in the day one would fight the heat of the food, the impetus to grab said hot morsels prompted by greedy eyes and the gazillion starving seagulls that know where to find a good meal. The only thing you need to worry about is whether to find a seat inside or outside, under the covered seating area or al fresco. A bar can be found inside which features typical cocktails, beer and sangria along with non alcoholic beverages. There is a snazzy dessert stand in the rear seating area in case you still have room after your meal. In all honesty, I cannot eat for at least 3 hours if I finish one of their hefty plates of food. You will arrive hungry, but you will leave happy and full. Bring cash. Cash is king here. There is an atm on site. Bathrooms are well maintained. read more

Tony's Pier - Part of the Fried Seafood combo ($35)....somebody couldn't wait! - Seafood Near Me - Bronx, New York

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Quiet on a Tuesday afternoon. They have affordable prices on the menu. The customer service behind they counter could be better. One of the staff members were kind of rude. As far as the food, they give you 2 big pieces of Whiting. I don't think they fillet it though because it was way to much bones in it for me. The fried Shrimp cooked, and seasoned well. That was good. The Punch You In The Mouth Drink was nice and strong. Excellent drink choice. read more

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I ordered the grilled red snapper $32 with French fries, I was disappointed the snapper was very dry and lacked seasoning. We had tostones with garlic sauce, it was ok. Grilled lobster tails were good, so I put my snapper in the sauce that the lobster tails were in. The food here is ok but I will not order the snapper again. The line was long but it moved fast. read more

Usually dine across the street but switched it up today. I had broiled scallops and fried shrimp, both came with steak fries. He got fried lobster and fries. For drinks, he got the Punch in the Face and I got a margarita with no alcohol. The food was nice and fresh. The steak fries were good, straight out the fryer. I like the seasoning on the fried shrimp and it didnt have a lot of batter on the shrimp. The boiled scallops were good as well. Seasoned well and served in a pan with garlic butter. Would've loved bigger scallops but I guess smaller scallops, larger quantity- so I will take it. The cole slaw wasn't bad either. Fried lobster was great! read more

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Me and my wife are regulars at this place because they have great oysters for a very reasonable price. Tonight's experience was horrible! The old chubby guy was working both drinks bar and the oyster/clam bar. He saw me waiting on the line at the oyster bar and made eye contact with me numerous times while I was waiting to order but he never came or spoke me and saaaiiddd anything!! After 30mins kept looking at me and kept serving drinks... My wife thought maybe if we waited on the bar line he could help us, but after my wife waited on the drinks like another 15mins, his response was "You have to wait on the oyster line to get oysters and I cannot give you now!l" Are you fucking serious Tonys Pier? These are the type of people you put on line to make money for you? What a trashy experience! You put a server at the station who would not even speak to your customers! I understand making drinks will bring you more revenue rather than serving a dozen of oysters which takes more time, but at least come and tell me the oyster bar is closed or you can't serve me or TELL ME SOMETHING WHILE YOU'RE SEEING ME WAITING FOR FOR FOOD! Fucking asshole server! There were no-one from the management team to hear our frustrations out! SHAME! read more

This aint it chief. It's great that this place exists, but it's definitely not anything to ride home about. We had a group of 15 so it was efficient that it was cafeteria style. But the food quality was off-putting and I think I have had better shrimp at long John silvers (not trying to be offensive, just trying to accurately represent) We got several whole fish as well and they both tasted a little fishier than I would anticipate fresh fish to taste like. Service was relatively fast though, so if you need seafood RIGHT NOW you wont have to wait toooo long read more