I don't know how I didn't know about this place, but we stumbled upon it after a swim meet on the South Shore for lunch and the food was delicious. Drinks were great atmosphere also great this is gonna be our new spot. I should give a really shit review so it doesn't get too busy but they deserve a good review. forward to going back. read more

Quaint place by the water. They offer fresh seafood daily. Cocktails are great. And the service was very good. I recommend any of their seafood dishes. I loved the shrimp scampi. read more

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The service was warm, welcoming, and genuinely personal, you felt like a guest rather than just another 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. read more

Coral Bay Cafe - Lobster and seafood special - Italian Near Me - Staten Island, New York

South shore's hidden gem on Staten Island . whether you eat in or outside the service is consistant and 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 . read more

Every thing was delicious. I had the ny steak it was cooked perfectly and so tender also The servers were great! AAA+ my favorite place to eat. read more

Friendly staff out of this world food, this place is a hidden away gem! I went for lunch on a Tuesday and I can't wait to go back.

Excellent food excellent choices of entrées. Everything is made to order and the service and drinks were excellent. We're going for New Year's day with our family to have a great early dinner it's nice to have a place that's open on New Year's Day . Also it's great that they don't charge a fee for the credit cards five stars on the food and always they make you feel welcome. read more

Awesome food!! Great atmosphere!! Water front restaurant. Has become our go to place. Would definitely cater and host a party there. Maria was pleasant and accommodating. read more

Food was excellent.Service was friendly and accurate. Right near the water, what a gem hidden in plain site.

My friend and I had lunch outside facing the beach. The food matched the atmosphere. I highly recommend going there.

This place is absolutely amazing! The ambiance is on point with the Best food on Staten Island and maybe even the tri-state! The service is top notch and Kim is the best! Once you go, you know read more

A true hidden gem! The waterfront location is beautiful, and the calamari is the best I've ever had. Kymberlyis an exceptional waitress--warm, attentive, and makes a fantastic espresso martini. She makes you feel like family. I love everything about this place--the food, the atmosphere, and the drinks (even if they're a bit on the pricey side). See you tomorrow!! read more

Dishes are amazing !!! Service always on point Outdoor seating ... ps no credit card fees read more

So lovely, walking distance from home, by the coast and the best seafood on the Island. Lucky Tottenville! read more

Coral Bay Cafe - Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Staten Island, New York

i have been there a few times food is always great they treat you like family great place to dine and meet friends for drinks also they have many kinds of beer on tap with state of the art taps beer is always cold try it you will not be disappointed. read more

We visited Coral Bay cafe last month. The food and service was wonderful. We had delicious dinner paired with some great wine. The fish was fresh. The dining area is beautifully decorated. read more

Food - very good service / great. only complaint - Small Soda was $4.00 per glass.... loaded with ice ....and NO FREE REFILLS. All restaurants give free refills , especially at those prices . read more

Great fresh food. It's always good here. Seafood always fresh. The Octopus came out with the most delicious sauce, that we even asked for more bread.Awesome place read more

Coral Bay Cafe - Seafood tower - Italian Near Me - Staten Island, New York

We were greatly disappointed by the service here. As a new homeowner to the neighborhood I was excited to try the place out but was greatly disappointed as soon as we entered. The bar and restaurant were empty and we wanted to have a drink at the empty bar. Waitress says wait to see if there's a table and begins to look at a list while we wait uncomfortably. she says they have a table and we tell her we just want a drink at the bar. we are allowed to sit, were served and NOT ONCE did they ask can I get you something? are your drinks ok? We will never go back there, we felt very disrespected. read more

Very nice niche tuck away on Staten Island,Food excellent.,service very amicable and professional staff was on point,Ambiance very very nice

Very friendly service. Food was good. But a little pricey. Got seafood over linguini. One shrimp, little sungili,few clams and mussels. Alot of calamari that was super tuff and chewy. Bread was rubbery. $40.00 . There are hundreds of Italian restaurants in the area. With better food and better prices. Tried it and don't recommend it. read more

Never had just an ok meal here! The food is on the money! Atmosphere is great along with the service. Love bringing family & friends here! I highly recommend! A must try! read more

Absolute gem!! haven't been to this restaurant since before super storm Sandy, as they were basically devastated and just reopened a year or so ago, so happy we found them again. Food is superb & the service was wonderful! Extensive menu! Kimberly and Jacob are second to none! Awesome local spot! highly recommend this restaurant if you're looking for excellent food, great service and just an enjoyable time all around!! read more

Coral Bay Cafe - a large plate of seafood - Italian Near Me - Staten Island, New York

Very nice little spot by the water. I sat at the bar with a friend and ordered two Margarita's, a watermelon and Mango one. Steve, the bartender made the two of them perfectly. We also had an order of fried calamari that were made to perfection! It was very busy inside and out. Our only complaint was the very small parking lot. Definitely recommend. read more

Coral Bay Cafe - Watermelon Margarita - Italian Near Me - Staten Island, New York

Probably 4 1/2 stars would be more appropriate. Place was busy inside and out but we sat at the bar for a bite and some beer/wine. Owner greeted us and said she'd look to accommodate us on a busy Sunday afternoon but we sad we'd gladly eat at a small nice bar. Ordered zucchini flowers which were fried in kind of a croquette style that were delicious. We split "fettuccine lobster". The pasta was full of chucks of lobster and shrimp. So with a cute place set by the sea and a nice bar and an attentive owner this place is definitely worth a visit. We'll be back read more

Waited an hour and half for a to go order ... was told long wait to be seated at 8p on a Saturday night so we did a to go ... 25 mins later restaurant is empty and 9p no food and 910 no food finally at 930 after who I think was the owner behind the bar couldn't look at my face anymore was telling me they are working on my bread now.... It was my wedding anniversary and I sat at the bar of a restaurant waiting for food and watching people who came in after me served and pay and leave before a to go order .... She blamed my pork chop no I blame the staff and management.... And even after waiting that long didn't offer a free drink at the bar or pack a piece of cake for after dinner.... As a sign of good faith not expecting a freebie but it would have been good business... shame on them read more

Holy cow I haven't been to a restraunt in a while that ticks all of the boxes !! Food was on point, service was incredible the place was cool and I even found a parking spot. For a place that has been down since hurricane sandy it's encouraging that they actually made a come back. The arugula salad was solid featuring a a lemony dressing . The special hot and sweet calamari was NOT deep fried but yet somehow still crispy and delicious. It even had enough spice .For dinner my wife had the lobster tail which was fantastic and I had the fettuccini in a cream sauce .. the maccaroni dish had a pesto component which was incorporated into the sauce . It really was fantastic, featuring 5 nice shrimp and 3 or 4 big pieces of lobster. I was reluctant to give them 5 stars but some times you have to grab your balls and pull the trigger.. Oh and by the way the price was reasonable !!!! What more could ask for ... Please excuse my wife's boob in the one picture or don't , I don't care ! read more

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I think this restaurant is wonderful, the food and atmosphere were excellent. BUT charging almost $18 a glass for a house wine is RIDICULOUS!!!!! Never looked at menu, just asked for a glass of Cabernet. It would deter me from ever coming back for this reason alone. read more

Dined at Coral Bay for the first time tonight, it was absolutely delicious. Started with the zucchini flower special and baked clams, both were great. For dinner we had the fried soft shell Francese style over risotto, filet of sole stuffed with crab meat and grilled calamari with spicy sauce. All were really great and we will definitely be back. read more

Coral Bay Cafe - Espresso Martini - Italian Near Me - Staten Island, New York

Coral Bay Cafe is a hidden gem on the Island. The food is exquisite and refined. A very large menu with top notch ingredients. It is not unknown though. It draws a big crowd on the weekends and has a tremendous loyalty costumer base. After you enjoy your meal I suggest you get an espresso or espresso martini and walk just steps to the beach front and enjoy the sunset. Salute' read more

They're a bit on the pricey side, but it's a nice joint. It's located at the end of a rich residential street that has nice beach access that I would highly recommend exploring before you leave. Decent espresso. read more

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I noticed throughout the reviews the biggest qualm is the customer service and wait time. I definitely agree. We arrived around dinner time on a Saturday, which I know is a busy time. We were told by the hostess and manager* that the wait would at most be 30 minutes and probably quicker at the bar versus outside. We said we would not mind either because we were starving. I contemplated going elsewhere, but we did not have a car and feared a wait elsewhere. So 30 minutes of waiting turned into more than an hour, in which we noticed that people who came in without reservations were seated before us. They seemed to have such a good experience literally being seated in front of us while we still waited on the sidewalk. When I went to inquire with the manager, she quickly would run back in saying "I did not forget you. You are next." She did this to us and another couple. She took down our names in the beginning which seemed so useless as she was just giving priority to whoever was in her face. I was fed up and finally after an hour and 15 minute wait, sat ourselves down where there was a empty table. She knew she was wrong and sent waiters. It was just stressful for no reason! I wish she could have just followed the list of how clients came in and acted fairly. Besides the lobster bisque, the food was also meh. It took all the niceness I have to not loose it. Please do better. read more

Don't know how anyone could like this place. Worst service I've ever had. Waited about an hour to put drinks in kept getting told one second then put order in literally was getting brushed off and then after I finally put the order in they forgot about it and had to put in the order again. Was assured my dish was going to be cooked a certain way (wasn't) then assured me again that it would be (was worse than the first time) and messed up orders at our table. For some reason tried a second time because I live in the neighborhood. Almost identical scenarios. Ordered the clams and there was so much sand in the sauce I could literally spoon out sand. Feel bad bashing a place but from every aspect worst restaurant I've ever been to. read more

The restaurant looks exactly like it did before sandy! Great family, great staff. If you are looking for fresh fish this is your spot! The coral bay shrimp is something you will not find anywhere else. Again fresh fish, Alaskan king crab legs, oysters, clams and can't go wrong with lobster! I wish you had a view of the water, would make it the top notch summer spot. The only thing that's rough was parking, they have a small parking lot but since it is a residential street with a lot of homes parking was very tough. It wasn't super expensive but prices are up there. Will definitely return on a nice warm day. read more

Amazing food. It was my first time trying this place since I just moved from California. The pistachio dessert was my favorite. I even ordered another one after I finished my first! Seriously recommend. Will go in day time in the future so I can see the lovely view of the water ! read more

I went to the Coral Bay Cafe for the first time yesterday and was very pleased with the service and the food as well as the location by the water. I was surprised to read some of the negative reviews because my party and enjoyed our meal and would go back again. read more

Excellent food and exceptional service at this hidden gem on Staten Island. Everything was so fresh. The ambiance makes you feel like you're on vacation. read more

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What a great little Gem which has survived more then any business should. After hurricane Sandy destroyed them, they finally recovered as Covid shutdowns hit. Opened for a short time and now new restrictions with the weather getting colder. I only had the opportunity to be here 1x recently & truly enjoyed my experience. The service and attention given by this family owned restaurant was more then a person could ask for. They treat you like family. The ambiance is quaint and perfect for a few friends or date night. The food is true Italian food, especially the "Polenta Croquettes" which were a special on this particular evening. It is a family recipe from Sicily. I highly recommend ordering these if they are available. Thank you for making my evening special & I will definitely be returning as soon as possible! read more

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I've been living on this island for 50 years and I figured it was about time to check out Coral Bay with my family for dinner. I couldn't believe the location Which overlooked The water into New Jersey. Much to my surprise I ordered an antipasto with Gnocchi. My wife ordered the chicken Florentine and then my children split up a meal. The staff was super friendly and the service was a 10. I usually finish off my meal but they gave us so much food that I didn't even have enough room for dessert. They are very kid friendly as my twins are 12 years old.. place is very clean and there is plenty of parking. I would highly recommend to anyone and I will be coming back soon.. read more

One and done. Food was good but portions were small. On a weekday the noise level prevented you from conversing with your companion. The wait staff was by far the worst we've encountered. No conversation. Didn't ask if we wanted drinks when he dropped off the menus [we had to call him back], and after the main course just dropped off the bill, no 'would you like a coffee or desert', nothing! But the worst of the worst was when he came out with the lobster bisque AND my main course at the same time. For what we paid one star is more than adequate. read more