Cane here on a Saturday night, as expected it was pact. For 2 people it was said to be a 30 minute…read morewait, no issue only that it turned into an hour. No bother, the lady upfront was nothing but kind. As we were seated, we were immediately taken care of. They give sour dough bread and butter to start, it was very good. I really liked my NY strip steak, it was well seasoned and fatty which was also good. I asked for a medium rare steak and they delivered as requested! As for their garlic bread, it's done on Italian bread and I absolutely loved it. A bit overdone on the baking, but delicious regardless. The burger was larger than I expected, and came with a crab cake too. Would definitely come again for their cuts of meat! What stood out to me the most was my kind server. Since I loved the sour dough and butter so much I asked for some to go. She then later came back with a whole loaf for me to take home!! I think her name was Darcy- she was so kind and I really appreciated the gesture. It's service like that which would bring customers to dine in more often, as I will for sure. Only issue at the end was the choice of payment being apple-pay. One server claimed they didn't take it, and Darcy corrected this and helped us to pay. Clear clarification would be greatly appreciated among all employees, rather than being told 2 different things. Great food, selective service, loved their interior design, and their bathroom was very well kept up as well.

Voted the best steak house on staten Island. Their steaks…read moreare definitely well prepared. Sides can be hit or miss but a nice variety I only gave 4 stars because the restaurant could use a little uplift Service is always excellent however highly recommend reservations. Tend to be a huge wait on Prime Rib Thursday. Which is a great deal

We had a wonderful lunch at Tommy's Tavern + Tap! We were pleasantly surprised by the vegan options…read moreavailable. We ordered the Classic Medium Pizza with vegan cheese, roasted red peppers, coal-fired onions, and broccoli, along with the Impossible Burger. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. We also enjoyed the Piña No-Lada and a Black Cherry soda, which were great additions to the meal. A special thank you to our waitress, Ashley. She was friendly, patient, and exceptionally knowledgeable about the vegan menu. Excellent food, excellent service, and a great place for vegans and non-vegans alike. We'll definitely be back!

Thursday -- Draft Beer deals are such a steal!…read more Note that service is quite slow here, we came during the World Cup Mexico vs Korea game. 4/5 Tavern Dip -- they ran out of ciabatta and was served on brioche buns, loved the flavor but bun def spoiled the eating experience. 4.7/5 Pizookie 4/5 Lava Cake

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! (:

I very much enjoyed the food at Better. The people are pleasant and welcoming. I recommend Better…read morefor everyone. There was so much flavor to the Greek Freak wrap that I didn't expect.

Ordered a Nutty Professor with almond milk. PB and banana smoothie... simple right? It was good…read moreuntil i got to the bottom. Chunks of banana that settled to the bottom. Apparently wasn't blended well enough. I love banana but yuck! Consistency was like baby food. Super bummed!

This place is everything you want a diner to be, and the kind you think doesn't exist anymore. The…read morehot pastrami Reuben was among the top 5 I've ever had. Maybe top 2. Behind the counter, Alexis is a pure delight - keeping cheeky old-timers in line, making newcomers feel like old-timers by the time they leave.

I feel like I'm not adding much with my review because I also choose four stars and that is the…read morecurrent rating for this diner. But like a lot of us on yelp, I just have to give my two cents. :-) The diner is situated in what seems to be an area with a lot of trucking industry. And so the diner, the size of your master bedroom closet, caters to a lot of men getting to-go orders. Inside, expect a couple of friendly young waitresses mere feet from the griddle where a couple of seasoned griddle masters produce volumes of orders. Don't expect super high quality here. You probably won't get real butter, pure maple syrup, or housemade corned beef and hash. What you WILL get is food the way they make it. A sense of camaraderie and the feeling that everyone's already your friend from the moment you walk in. It's a great New Jersey vibe that was well appreciated for someone just stopping in on my way to other places.

Bus stop diner is absolutely the best. The food is good. The staff is great. I would definitely…read morerecommend bus stop diner.

Stopped in on a Saturday morning and realized we stopped here on a road trip last year! Super close…read moreoff the exit, really friendly staff. Cynthia was attentive and read our minds! Splitting plates for the younger kids without us asking and serving them first when they were ready. Plenty of seating and the food is classic diner food. Had a combo omelette, the waffle with fresh strawberries was delish too.

Easily one of the best bagel spots on the Island. The…read moreBettered Bagel hits the perfect balance--crispy and golden on the outside, chewy on the inside, and not too dense. Their breakfast sandwiches are very good, cream cheese spreads are fresh and the staff is fast and friendly.

Great food great selection very clean and presentable. I love what I got very friendly people as…read morewell.

I was visiting Staten Island from Atlanta. Met a friend here for breakfast. I had a poppyseed bagel…read morewith cream cheese and it might be the best bagel I ever had. Service was fast. Everyone was friendly. The variety of cream cheese choices was ! I sampled several and they were all delicious. If I'm ever in the area, I will not hesitate to visit again.

STARBUCKS WHO?! The Best Bagel Spot You Are Entirely Ignoring in the "Forgotten Borough."…read more Let's be honest for a second. We live in Staten Island. We know good food, but we also get set in our ways. We walk the same blocks, we drive the same avenues, and we mindlessly queue up in corporate drive-thrus for burnt espresso (or food) because it's "convenient." Well, I am here to officially staging an intervention. Two weeks ago, I was walking past the Dollar General, completely blind to my surroundings, zombie-walking my way back toward Starbucks. That is when I saw the sign for Poppy Seed Bagels. After a local native whispered absolute prophecies into my ear about a mythical "French Toast Bagel with Cannoli Cream Cheese," I knew I had to make the pilgrimage. I have lived here for almost a year. Why did none of you tell me about this place? Seriously, I need answers. Are we hoarding the carb secrets now?? Like c'mon, f'real???? lol The Vibe: Small Footprint, Massive Inventory. When you first walk in, the shop presents itself on a smaller scale, but every square inch serves a distinct, glorious purpose. To your left, an absolute wall of refrigerators spans the room. They have every liquid refreshment known to mankind: cold brews, espressos, energy drinks, sodas, and teas. If you can drink it, they have it chilled. The Ultimate Coffee Loophole As a "self-proclaimed" coffee fanatic, this is where I nearly lost my mind. You pay for a coffee. Just a coffee. And then? You pick whatever size you want. Let me repeat that for the people in the back. You pay one flat rate and you can walk away with a large. (like whaaaat?) We are strictly not talking Starbucks vibes here, nope--no siree. Then you hit the mixing station. I am a French Vanilla creamer devotee, and they had an entire lineup of premium flavored creamers, flavored shots (hazelnut, etc.), and a shaker of freshly ground cinnamon powder. *YUP* Shaking real cinnamon into a piping hot, perfectly brewed coffee felt less like a morning routine and more like a religious experience. Was I awake? Was I dreaming? Was I in coffee heaven? It felt way too magical to be in the "Forgotten Borough." The Main Event: The "Perfect Bagel" Look, I went in with one mission: get the French Toast bagel. Naturally, because the universe loves a plot twist, they were fresh out. The neighborhood hype is real, and the early birds caught the worm. Undeterred, I pivoted. I ordered a perfectly toasted sesame bagel slapped with that famous cannoli cream cheese. I snapped a picture, texted it to a friend, and captioned it: "The perfect bagel." Mind you, this wasn't even the French Toast flavor I came for! If a backup option can elicit that level of emotional texting, that alone speaks volumes. The bagel had that flawless crunch on the outside, a soft, pillowy pull on the inside, and the cannoli cream cheese--an absolute, pure, unadulterated delight. Sweet, creamy, and decadent. So delicious. While sitting there in a literal cloud of French vanilla, cinnamon, and sesame bliss, I watched the digital menu monitors loop videos of their special custom creations. Lox bagels, hot pastrami builds, and wild culinary concoctions that had me salivating mid-chew. I am already scheduling my next trip back specifically for the French Toast and, yeah, maybe the pastrami too. Why, not! Hospitality That Hits Different: A restaurant can have great food, but small businesses win our/my heart. The staff here is exceptional. The girls at the counter were incredibly welcoming and helpful. Furthermore, a tall gentleman who was busily cleaning the tables noticed that I have some trouble walking. Without me even asking, he took it upon himself to go up to the counter, grab my food, and bring it directly to my table. There are only a few tables inside, but that simple, proactive act of kindness transformed a quick breakfast into a memorable dining experience. The Verdict: Whenever I am in the area again and have to choose between corporate green-apron coffee or this local masterpiece? Ahem--excuse me---Starbucks who? This will now be my go to spot. I am a massive supporter of small businesses, and Poppy Seed Bagels is doing everything right. Hello---stop gatekeeping this place! People just got to know! :-) So... Go... Go support them, buy a giant coffee for the price of a small, and pray they have the French Toast bagel waiting for you---if that's your thing or not. ;-)

One of the most wonderful things that can happen to you is when you are visiting a new city, are in…read morea rush, and just happen to stumble into a cafe where you end up having the best brunch you've ever had. You take back all that stuff you said about the universe and things always happening to you. BBaC is such a place. The two gentlemen who run the counter are both nice, smart, and quick, a rare combination. Their bagels are near perfect. Their scallion cream cheese is delicious. Their chorizo is amazing. Idk, maybe their eggs are laid by special Staten Island hens. I had their chorizo egg cheese burrito but on an onion bagel. I want to go back and have another one. It's a 4+ hour drive from Boston, but I'm considering it. No seating, small neighborhood bodega vibe in a little strip mall filled with nail salons and filipino market etc.

The food and the service were excellent. They have a large selection of bagels and cream cheese and…read morethe prices are reasonable.