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

The calamari appetizer was excellent. I had asked were the blue point oysters plump and were told…read moreyes, but they weren't. We ordered grouper which was just Ok. The vegetable (carrots, broccoli and potatoes) were undercooked. The Sauvignon wine was tasty. The mousse dessert was delicious. I had put my credit card on the table and the waiter took it and charged my card without me reviewing the bill. We had ordered tap water but we were charged $10 for flat water. I'm not sure I know the difference as it tasted just like NY water. Overall it was a good dining experience but could use a bit of a tweaking.

Since the start of the new year, this place has been under new management, and with that came a…read morecomplete refresh, which includes both the look of the restaurant and the menu. While I appreciate a fresh start, I have to admit I was devastated when I found out my favorite dish, the Angry Lobster, was gone. I know restaurants evolve and menu changes happen, but this wasn't just a few tweaks. To me, it felt like a complete overhaul. Almost all of my go to dishes disappeared, and the menu now offers fewer and some new options. Part of me understands the decision, but another part of me is wondering, why fix what wasn't broken (in regard to food options). Since my favorite dish was no longer an option, I decided to branch out and order the Chicken Baci. It wasn't bad by any means, but it just didn't live up to what I've always loved about Baci. I also tried my friend's Manager's Special pasta. It was good, but it still didn't give me that same "I can't wait to come back" feeling that the Angry Lobster always did. Unfortunately, there isn't anything on the current menu that really compares. Now, if I were rating this place based solely on service, it would be an easy 5 stars. The staff were just as welcoming, attentive and friendly as ever, and they truly made the experience enjoyable. As for the food, I'm sad to say that this restaurant has slipped off my list of favorites for now. Maybe one day they'll bring back the Angry Lobster, and if they do, I might just have a change of heart. That said, I still encourage you to give this place a try. It was one of my favorite restaurants for a long time, and everyone's taste is different. This is simply my experience and my honest review.

Under new ownership! Reservation was honored on Valentine's Day! So that was a plus considering…read moreunder the prior ownership our reservation was not even honored. Place was decorated beautifully for Valentine's Day and at the end of the night they handed out roses to the women, that was such a beautiful touch. Food was delicious. I can't wait to go back again. We had a great time there was music playing. And they offer valet. Great valentines dinner.

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.

Sat outside at the tiki bar on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. Cash only at the bar. No draft beer…read moreand our bottled beers were not ice cold. Service was friendly. Shrimp parm here was very good but chicken dumplings were underwhelming for $18. Bar had TVs but the Yankee/Met game wasn't on?! I'd come back because there aren't many outdoor bars on the island but it's hard to rave about

Been going here for years . The place is family owned and the food is excellent . The atmosphere…read morecan be romantic or if you like to party there events are amazing all year long.. I also book parties here which are great all the time . I would highly recommend everyone try it and you'll keep going back . It's Always a great time a Paradise island

EXTREMELY EXPENSIVE! WOW!…read more The prices here are absolutely unbelievable. A cup of chicken noodle soup is $8.00, wings are $15.00, a garden salad is $14.00, and wraps and clubs are around $15.00. Entrées range anywhere from $25.00-$40.00, and drinks are $3.00-$6.00. For the prices, we expected a much better experience. Unfortunately, the service was extremely slow, and the staff came across as unfriendly and unwelcoming. Definitely not worth the cost. We won't be returning.

Loved the free parking and the lovely atmosphere and decor…read more The piano player added to the ambiance by playing familiar soothing smooth jazz and classics. The food was high quality ingredients done to perfection . We started with a mixed antipasto which included mozzarella , tomatoes peppers mushrooms and eggplant rollatines and spedines . I chose the stuffed pork chop which was grilled crisp outside and stuffed with cheese and provolone and moist and tender inside that I could not stop eating it and barely touched the asparagus and potatoes although they were equally delicious. My sister enjoyed the filet of sole sorentino and did not leave any on the plate. The service was impeccable; we were not rushed but the wait between courses was not long. I will be back to try the brunch.

A friend of mine consistently goes to this place and absolutely loves it, and she says that…read moreeverything she's ever gotten from here has been amazing. So I finally was able to try it with her. We went there in the middle of the day and we sat at the bar and got the lunch specials. The bartender was great. He was friendly and prompt with his service. We ordered the steak sandwich (without bread), and the Roma sandwich. I asked for my steak to be medium, but it unfortunately came out a little on the well side. I feel like it was smothered in the Swiss cheese and there was not much steak under it. The flavor was okay. My friend ordered the Roma and she loved it. I would definitely try this place again and try different menu options. The inside is very lovely and there's plenty of space to dine in or sit at the bar if you choose to do so.

The atmosphere is bright and beautiful. They have seating by the bar. Dinning area or even by the…read morewindows where they're open so you have warm breeze. Prices or &8. And above. I didn't have any was too full but from plates around me their desserts looked delicious. They have different locations so I'll try the one in Brooklyn in Park Slope side. I happens to be passing through in Staten Island so I ended up at one of those locations. I honestly picked the wrong dish but I'll go back to try the desserts and something else. Their Italian egg rolls and delicious sauce they brought out was a first for me. Liked it.

La Candela Española is a Fantastic restaurant…read more The food is authentic and delicious the service is great the ambiance is just wonderful and I recommend everybody to get the red sangria it is the best in Staten Island. Everybody needs to go to La Candela Española.

This place is absolutely amazing, a true hidden gem. It's perfect for a celebration or a romantic…read moredate night. Try the chicken villaroy, it's a signature meal that doesn't disappoint. Their sangria is an absolute must!! You can get a whole or half pitcher. The staff is so sweet and amazing, it's that true place that makes you feel at home the second you walk in and you can understand why there's regulars there. I have been going for over 15 years as a native staten islander and I always take my family and friends here and they love it so much!

Came into town to visit friends. They suggested this place for lunch…read more There is parking in the bank across the street and we found a spot. Street parking is difficult. It is a smallish, cozy spot with about 12 tables on a corner lot. There is a tiny bar as you enter on the right. Service was prompt and friendly and we were seated at a round table by a window. There is a small bathroom at the back of the dining area which was clean and well stocked. We ordered a few glasses of Chianti and perused the menu. There were many offerings and a prix fixe for lunch. It is northern Italian. I got the veal chop and a side of pasta and started with a small Caesar salad. The salad was quite good and the veal was fabulous. It was pounded paper thin and covered with a very tasty breading. The dish was offered with a salad spread over top I asked that it be served without. It was very good highly recommend. Others got various pasta and seafood dishes and all were pleased. We finished with a couple of espressos. All in was ~$120/couple. A very nice lunch and decent value. Mark & Nancy.

We were a party of 5 and were welcomed warmly on a slow Thursday night. Ordered drinks, sangria…read moreand hot antipasto dishes. Sangria was on the bland side and the calamari was on the tough side. Most of what was ordered on the table was decent. I had a sea bass special which was nicely arranged with shrimp, clams and mussels. The accompanying seafood was good but the sea bass was mushy. The sauce they used was also good. Not a bad experience but there are too many good Italian restaurants to return to this one. Service was spot.