The food drinks and service were excellent. Bonus, they have an event space for events and a chefs'…read moretable for the ultimate dining experience. Definitely my new "go to" favorite place to dine!

I believe this place is officially closed. There's a for…read morerent sign in their window. Went to try it last week.

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.

Had dinner with 8 of my girls. It was Wednesday night. They were busy and it was good to see two of…read morethe waiters that I know. They have a pre fixe and it's perfect. All the food was good and very generous portions. There was a hiccup with a few of the Seafood Fra Diavolo and they were very accommodating. Great service, good, strong drinks, and all around great vibe.

The food is good, and the ambiance is decent. However, I wouldn't recommend this place for a date…read morenight if you're looking to enjoy a long, relaxed dinner together. They tend to rush customers out, even when the restaurant isn't busy, which takes away from the overall experience. When I'm spending well over $125 for two people before tip, I expect to be able to enjoy my meal without feeling hurried. Another issue I've had is that they offer guacamole as if it's a complimentary appetizer for the table, only for it to show up as a $13 charge on the bill. This has happened to me twice. Because of the rushed service and the surprise charges, I don't see myself returning.

I just left this place and i don't usually write reviews , now sitting in my car out front…read more First off, the drinks are completely juiced up honestly feels like straight lemon juice with barely any alcohol. For the prices they're charging, that's unacceptable. It's like they're trying to stretch every drop instead of giving you what you paid for. On top of that, the food menu has clearly changed and not for the better. The options are limited now, and some of the best items that used to make this place worth coming to are just gone. What's left is underwhelming and doesn't match the quality they used to have. And now they don't even have happy hour on Fridays anymore? That was one of the main reasons people came through at the end of the week. Taking that away just makes it even less worth it. I even gave them a second chance, trying to give them the benefit of the doubt but that just made it worse. The food left me with an upset stomach and running to the bathroom after, which is the last thing you expect when you're going out to eat. It's disappointing because this used to be a solid spot, but now it feels like they're cutting corners across the board. Definitely not the same Sofia's anymore. I won't be back.

Reservations for 11 for a Friday night. When you enter it gives that island feel to it. Bar is…read moresmall. My group was seated in the back room. The music was on/off--they had some difficulties--which we didn't mind--we were there for the food lol. Seated right away--and our server was great. They brought out complimentary plantain soup--it was soo good. I'm not a soup person, but every drop was gone. We got the appetizer platter--so worth it. Everything on it was delicious. I ordered the Kan-Kan--wow! My whole group was so happy with their meals. They abs loved it. I believe the owner even stopped by to see if we were ok, she was so sweet. For a group of this size, along with our many alcoholic beverages the bill was not bad--which made everything much more worth it. I'll def be back. This place is great for groups or date night.

My friends and I decided to visit Boriken after seeing it suggested on Instagram a few times and I…read morewish we would've came sooner!! I can confidently say that the food we had was absolutely phenomenal, and one of the best meals I've had on Staten Island in a while. The service was great, and decor and ambiance of the restaurant itself was beautiful, but the food was 100% the star. We got the sampler platter to share (highly recommended) and I got the skirt steak mofongo, amazing. We'll definitely be back!

I was looking for a spot in the area to meet a friend, and after a quick search settled on Little…read moreNed. As I walked in and saw just how swanky this place is I panicked - there was no way we could just walk in here without a reservation, right? But the hostess was, thankfully, so down to earth. I was straight up like hey I totally messed up and thought we could just walk in here, she was like you know what, let me see what we have. Lo and behold, she did have a table for us - as long as we were out in an hour and a half, which was just the right amount of time. Stepping into this place feels like you're in some secret, super special cocktail club. Decor is super high end, vibes are upscale AF. The cocktail menu is incredible -- and incredibly pricey, but truly worth it. I ordered the Valentino which was strong and sweet, really well made. They gave out a complimentary nut mix that was also delicious. Service was swift and gracious. If you're looking for a spot to impress a date, this is it.

Come to Little Ned for fantastic cocktails in an intimate setting, you won't be disappointed…read more The space is gorgeous, with bar and table seating on the main floor, as well as some standing tables next to the bar if you can't find a seat right away. There's also seating on the second floor, perfect for couples or small groups. I tried two of their cocktails when I went. The first was the Eastern Julep, a delicious twist on a classic. The mint Moroccan tea gave the drink a cool, refreshing taste on every sip. I also tried the Silver Screen, the closest drink I could find to an old fashioned. It was interesting, there was definitely a hint of a buttery taste. Overall a really balanced bourbon drink. I walked in and found room at the standing tables. A bar seat eventually opened up but I was already on my second drink by then. Definitely make reservations if you're planning a visit!

Bota is a new addition to Staten Island. I love the intent of the location. However, this location…read morestill has some evolving. There is nothing in the area to do afterward. But if you're looking for a chill vibe and descent food this could be it. Prices were a bit steep where you're paying $50 for pork chops. The lollipop chicken was done in a buffalo sauce. I just think with these prices their food should stand out. But it really didn't. Not many options for kids. The decor is beautiful and the intent is great. But it's on a residential block, it's not park avenue or the village. That's just my take. All I can say is I told you so.

I finally give try them. Met a friend for lunch. The ambiance, the service, the food, as full vibe…read moreis top notch. I have a sals with salmon and it was awesome. The servings at very generous. The waiter was a class act. He surprised us with a nice grapefruit mocktail that was out of this world. I'm not a drinker and only do mocktails so I'm sold. I now have this in my Staten Island rotation. Bringing my hubby date night. Check them out y'all, it lives up to the hype!!

The food was good. Looks like a happening spot after a certain time. Standing roon only At that…read morepoint

We had learned that the bar hidden beneath the restaurant, Panela, had changed concepts from the…read moregeneral cocktail lounge, The Sinatra Room, to the tequila- and mezcal-focused, Perico Speakeasy. Since we were big fans of those alcohols, we decided to check it out. The walls of the space were covered in colorful murals with Latin American imagery. There were banquettes along either wall with small tables and ottomans scattered in front of them, providing separate, little areas for each group. Large playing cards were fanned across each table with Jack, Queen, King, and Ace cards each having a menu on its backside. There were bar bites, a spirits list, classic cocktails that could be reimaged with your agave spirit of choice (picture a tequila mojito), and even a custom beverages. The creative drinks were not cheap, coming in at around $20 on average, but they certainly were complex! My La Balacara featured Casamigos Mezcal, spiced pear, Luxardo, orange, ginger, chestnut honey, and a chili tincture. I thought the drink sounded outrageous, but, sadly, all I tasted was that honey, the ingredient of which I was least interested. In fact, the smokiness of the mezcal really did not play well with the chestnut honey, leaving it to taste sort of like licorice. I was not a fan. My companion's El Encanto included Casamigos Cristalino, Lillet Blanc, strawberry-lemongrass cordial, guava, and basil, which sounded herbaceous, but really just tasted like a fancy daiquiri. He enjoyed it, but I found it unimpressive. Our drinks were accompanied by a complementary bowl of spiced popcorn, which was delicious. We had come from an earlier dinner, so the snack was as much as I needed. However, the few larger food items that I saw others order all looked great. While I would go back to Perico to try some other items, I felt like I had had better, more affordable cocktails upstairs at Panela.

10/10! I'm absolutely obsessed with this spot! The…read moreatmosphere is always vibrant and intimate, with comfortable seating areas that make you feel like you're in a luxurious oasis. The hookah selection is incredible, with unique and delicious flavors that are expertly prepared by the friendly and attentive staff. What really sets the place apart from other lounges though, is the exceptional service. The staff is always welcoming, knowledgeable, and happy to make recommendations or answer questions. Different from the boulevard in queens. Not affiliated with each other!

This place said opens at 3 . We arrived at 4 and they have a sign on the door that they don't open…read moreuntil 5. Would have been nice for them to not waste our time and update the sites .