I've been eyeing this restaurant for a while, and today was finally the perfect occasion--Father's…read moreDay! We made an early reservation and were greeted with a warm welcome. We chose to dine on the first floor, which has a chic, elegant vibe with beautiful décor and a relaxing ambiance. There was a special set menu for the day, and the selections did not disappoint. I had the Burrata Salad followed by the Branzino--both were fresh and flavorful, and the portions were huge! I couldn't even make a dent in my main dish. My husband enjoyed the crepes and the seafood linguine, and he was just as impressed. The kids' menu was a cute touch, especially with the clever dish names. When I asked my 10-year-old what she was having and she replied, "I don't care," I was caught off guard--until I looked at the menu and saw that "I Don't Care" was actually the name of the mac and cheese! So creative and fun. Drinks were great too--strong and satisfying for my husband, and I was happy to see a solid mocktail selection for non-drinkers like me. The only downside? There were only two dessert options available. I was hoping for a bit more variety, especially since everything else exceeded expectations. Overall, it's a 10/10 experience, and I absolutely can't wait to go back!

Overall for NYC it's a good 4 but a 5 for that area of Staten Island…read more Everything is very good. Food, Service, Portions, Value, Staff, etc. This is the first pasta with meat sauce I've had in a loooong time that actually have meat in its sauce. Posting a pic. Very, very good overall and worth a visit.

Excellent food and service. Especially loved the Crab Cake…read moreappetizer and Rigatoni Buttera. Fresh shrimp cocktail was delicious.

We were looking to go somewhere we hadn't been and decided on Fiore Di Mare. Upon walking in was…read moregreeted by a waiter and asked if we would like to sit out front so we said ok. Table wobbled so we moved over. They gave us crusty cold bread with a little dish of tomatoe sauce ? Not sure what it was supposed to be. I asked for butter from the bus boy and never got it. Funny thing is I heard the guy on next table ask our waiter for butter and they never got it either. We ordered red Sangria that looked more like a peachy color but it was tasty none the less. There were some cut up fruit in it that was nice. I decided on eggplant rollatini as an app and my wife had baked clams. The eggplant was good the filling was tasty and the sauce was good. My wife was not crazy about the clams as they were soggy not crispy on top and they were very small. A couple were no bigger than a quarter. I got the flounder oreganata. It was small and thin tasteless and came with mashed potatoes squeezed out of a pastry bag and some vegetable medley consisting of a few string beans and a piece of broccoli with a sliced carrot. My wife got the branzino which she requested deboned. We have had branzino boneless in several places before. Never did it come out in pieces laid out on a plate like this. Like my flounder it was a very small portion. The lemon seasoning was in a separate dish for her to put on herself. She didn't like it and only ate what she did because she was hungry. I finished it for her because I was still starving as well. Her fish was supposed to come with potatoe salad ? I asked what that was he said cold potatoes ! She opted for mashed instead because they did not have baked potato to sub. I was actually shocked and disappointed because on yelp the food looked much better and the menu we were given did not list a lot of selections at all. As I was leaving I saw a woman with lobster and seafood dish that looked delicious but it was not on menu and not offered as a special. I was baffled. We did not ask for coffee or dessert. We could not wait to leave. Thank god we sat outside there was a screaming toddler inside the whole time we can hear from front. All in all for a place near the water with a supposed reputation for seafood we were deeply sorry we went there. My only regret was we forgot to take pictures of the food for the review.

We hosted our son's christening for 100+ guests at Baci this past weekend, and everything was…read moreabsolutely incredible. Joe, Theresa, and the entire staff went above and beyond from start to finish. Throughout the planning process and the event itself, they were always present, accessible, and completely hands-on. It's rare to see the owners and event team of a large venue so attentive...almost every detail was anticipated and handled before we even had to ask. Our guests couldn't stop talking about the food, from the flavor to the generous portions- especially the rock shrimp and pastas! I highly recommend Baci whether you're planning a special event or just a night out. Thank you again for creating the perfect ambiance for such a special day, we couldn't have asked for anything more.

Went to BACI last night with four friends the the food was exceptional, and the service was on…read morepoint. Carmine,the host, kept checking to make sure everything was OK and if we needed anything, it was a wonderful dining experience. Had a great time.

Food was delicious as usual and service top notch. Was offered more bread and to my surprise they…read morebrought out more eggplant appetizer which was really good tonight.

I want to give a huge shout out to ALL the Waiters & Chefs who made my Mom 90 th Birthday…read moreCelebration on July 18,2026 extra special . The service and food was perfection. They could not do enough for us and they accommodated the younger kids which was so special and very much appreciated. Nobody left this awesome dining event hungry plus food to take home. I also want to thank All the guest eating there for joining us singing Happy Birthday to my Mom, Grandma & Great Grandma . I've been coming to this restaurant from time to time and they never disappoint me in service and the quality of their food. I would 100% recommend Cafe Bella Vita all the time. Thank you again to all the waiters and chefs for your attentive services, we will definitely be seeing you again in the future. Sincerely the VASTA Family

Amazing as usual! All of the staff are so wonderful and so nice. The food was great as usual, super…read morefresh and came out quickly. The lamb special was really good and so was the penne vodka! Not pictured was the calamari and baked clams that we got as appetizers which were cooked to perfection! We ended the night with dessert which was equally as delicious! This place is a favorite on Staten Island for me and will definitely be back many more times.

Nice ambiance. Great staff. My 3rd visit and my favorite server Juventino is wonderful. The food…read moreand drinks are amazing- deff a repeat for me !!!

Came for happy hour one day during the week. Place is stunning. So gorgeous decorated with a…read moregorgeous outdoor seating and space for events. The happy hour is so worth it, all the good stuff on the menu is half off basically. We ordered the yellowtail roll with pineapple-- wasn't what I expected, had more pineapple than fish but honestly was really great. The sweet and spicy was a good combination. Also the spicy tuna crispy rice was different and really good. Kinda like a deep fried puffed rice cereal. My friend ordered the lamb chops and I had a bite of the purée, not sure if it was potato or what but the rich and creaminess of it with that molasses cherry was extraordinary. So so good. The staff is very attentive even though the place is huge. Great wine options as well! Would love to come back for a full meal

Another magnificent evening dinner at Blue Pearl! Blue Pearl offers a comfortable social vibe in a…read morecalming setting with beautiful views, excellent service and superb presentation. We feasted on lobster rolls topped with caviar, Kumamoto oysters, delicious, juicy halibut and caviar tray complete with pancakes and a multitude of spreads! Delicious wine and martinis added even more luxury to our dinner. Between our first and second courses, of course the lemon drizzled on our hands and caressed with a warm towel, elevated our dining experience even further. Taro crepes cake and coconut Tarotini added even more luxury to our dinner! Thai Tiramisu was over the top, phenomenal presentation! Thank you, Peter, Jon and staff for another exquisite dining experience!

The service was warm, welcoming, and genuinely personal, you felt like a guest rather than just…read moreanother table. The seafood was exceptionally fresh, and every dish reflected authentic Italian influence, with recipes that tasted as though they came straight from Italy. From the first bite to the last, the quality of the ingredients and attention to detail really stood out. If you're looking for outstanding seafood and true Italian flavors paired with friendly, attentive service, this restaurant is absolutely worth a visit.

South shore's hidden gem on Staten Island . whether you eat in or outside the service is consistant…read moreand friendly the entire time you are there . the food is great with dinners all coming out at the same time and the drinks are great every time . the staff is welcoming along with the chef staff the specials are always perfect . whether a family of 8 or the two of us the experience is always memorable . good luck with continuing success and many great years of experiences for us all to enjoy .

We stopped by here for lunch after taking the ferry. The lady at the counter was very professional…read more When we said it was our first time here, she gave us a generous sample plate of literally everything they had that day. The oxtail, chicken curry and jerk chicken were really good. Veggies and mac were solid, but didn't love the rice. I got the large oxtail plate ($25) which normally comes with rice and 2 more sides, but they let me pick any 3 sides so I got cabbage, green beans, and mac n cheese. The plate was served in a large takeout container and it was stuffed to the brim with everything. They don't skimp on the oxtail. It was tender, juicy, and had a good flavor. My partner ordered the chicken and waffles ($14) which unfortunately he didn't like as much. He said the chicken was tough and the waffle was just ok. But he liked the mac n cheese. But just FYI, the block is seedy, and there was a seedy character hanging out inside that the employee kicked out.

I was in the mood for curry chicken do. I came here. I was hungry and excited to eat. I ordered the…read morerice with peas and the curry chicken. It came to $12 and change for the smallest styrofoam container which are illegal in NYC . I got home and had a big bite with old rice. The rice was hard as if it was days old and the peas, the beans were all dried out and I had to remove them from my mouth. The chicken was ok but I got a piece of the chicken leg and it was just the bone with the cartilage at the top. Gross that she could even put that in my small container. The food i got was old. I will not be returning there. I will go to Golden crust in Brooklyn next time.