First time to this fairly new establishment. Greeted warmly by staff -for the table -roasted red pepper dip with walnuts which was one of my favorite things served with warm cut up pita bread which wasn't enough for the pepper dip and the mezze so you have to keep asking for more bread. Maybe serve whole pieces of pita? - cold appetizer - Mezze trio of eggplant salad , one of the most amazing tzatzikis I've ever had, and hummus. The eggplant salad tasted a little bitter to me. - my main was whole fried snapper. Nice and crunchy but a little bland. Small side salad also was a little bitter tasting. Lemon potatoes were a little disappointing. They could be a little more lemony. - friend had baked cod with potatoes and seasonal veggies. Desert was written on menu as strawberry crème brûlée but it was actually regular crème brûlée with small slices of strawberries on the edge. It was delicious. There has been a surge of Mediterranean restaurants opening in Staten Island and there is a lot of competition. There's a small parking lot in the rear so that helps since New Dorp is tight. Service was excellent. Clean restroom. Glad to see a large crowd dining on a Friday evening. read more

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The food was delicious and more than enough to share. We also had appetizers (it was so good I forgot to take a picture. The staff was so polite and helpful with recommendations . The decor in the restaurant was beautiful and clean, I would definitely recommend food nice date night or even just because. I will definitely be going back read more

Seabass Taverna - red snapper (fried) MASH POTATO GREEK SALAD - Seafood Near Me - Staten Island, New York

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Our first visit to Seabass Taverva: Fresh and delicious seafood! We had the BAKED LEMON COD Seasoned and finished with a lemon butter sauce, served with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables RED SNAPPER (STEAMED) Delicately steamed whole red snapper with vegetables Both were dishes were cooked to a perfection. The fish melted in our mouths and every mouth full rippled with flavor! The establishment is family-owned. We especially enjoyed the ambiance of the restaurant. It is welcoming and friendly. We met Burak, Yidis, and Delma, owners of the restaurant. Very nice people! We would recommend this place for a cozy lunch or dinner, with friends and family. It's even a place you can bring your date to! You will not be disappointed! read more

Seabass Taverna - RED SNAPPER (STEAMED) - Seafood Near Me - Staten Island, New York

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The service was wonderful. The staff is so friendly and welcoming. Excellent food everything was fresh and delicious. What can i say i love this restaurant. read more

We had a wonderful birthday celebration for my friend last night at Seabass Taverna. To start, we had their homemade hummus and fried zucchini chips. For main courses, grilled branzino, grilled sardines, and lamb chops, accompanied by salad and roast lemon potatoes. For dessert, a halva pudding. Everything was absolutely delicious and the service by Halil was outstanding. We will definitely be going back! read more

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Seafood was well prepared and many choices on the menu and specials. Food was delicious and creatively prepared. Waiter was very attentive and knowledgeable. Comfortable and peaceful ambiance very conducive for inviting conversation. read more

Great service with excellent food. Mostly Greek but has other items. We enjoyed the seafood dish for 2 for $79. There is also a turf assotment. read more

Discovered this gem for Greek cuisine a few months back and have returned twice again. Primarily seafood but they do meats of all kinds exquisitely. Service is exemplary and the upscale sea chanty vibe is pleasant. They do a delicious Butcher's Board for two or more with chicken kebab, beef Kefta, lamb chops, angus hanger steak and beef kebabs served with mixed veggies and lemon potatoes and a delicious dressing for the meats. All were succulent, flavorful and tender. We were full with no appetizers this go round. They provided on the house a plate of fresh tzatziki drizzled w/ good olive oil and warm pita wedges. Server staff are all pleasant and engaging. On previous outings, we've had the spicy version of their frutti di mare pasta with some 6-7 types of seafood. Wonderfully spicy and cooked to perfection. Wife had the Branzino. On two occasions, a house desert of halva was provided as an added treat. Very accommodating and welcoming. read more

Food was well prepared and fresh. Service excellent. Very nice menu. Traditional Greek dishes were all prepared at the expert level. Seabass Taverna is the best Greek restaurant on Staten Island. read more

New restaurant, decor is beautiful. Food is Mediterranean with a Greek Vibe. Service was excellent and they have a parking lot in the back. Food is fresh. Absolutely loved it. read more

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Celebrated my moms birthday here today and I rarely leave yelp reviews anywhere but the staff/ owners were so so kind to us and welcoming and we enjoyed a great delicious fresh meal with impeccable service and will definitely recommend to everyone!!! read more

I absolutely loved my meal at Seabass Taverna on New Dorp Lane. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the staff went above and beyond to make us feel at home with truly excellent service. Every dish was fantastic, but the fresh branzino and the grilled octopus were real standouts. Can't wait to come back! read more

Seabass Taverna - Seafood Near Me - Staten Island, New York

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each time we went to this restaurant, we had a great experience. The food is always delicious the owners and the staff are so attentive and caring ,the appetizers salad main course desserts are always right on the money. My only negative is the fact that the pricing of drinks are-extremely high. charging Manhattan pricing here Staten Island for a place where you want to go and spend time and maybe have a few cocktails becomes out of reach. I hope they reevaluate that situation and rectify that but besides that great restaurant great food great people. read more

Amazing new place! They have a great special that you can try almost everything for $50 a person they were so kind and everything was delicious!! A must try read more

Seabass Taverna - Seafood Near Me - Staten Island, New York

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I *had* to see what their endless menu was all about. At $49 per person (and an additional $22pp for endless drinks), the selection, quality, value, and service were incredible. I love trying unique seafood dishes as much as I like playing the classics, and this place has something for everyone. And since the dishes are essentially served family-style, it's so easy to try a little bit of everything. Let me cut to the chase: in a party of 3, my table ordered 26 different dishes, from starters to entrees to desserts. The portions are perfectly sized to be shareable, and the staff was extremely kind and personable, explaining how the endless menu works, describing dishes, and even offering second servings. There were no misses. My favorites were the New England clam chowder, grilled octopus, oyster rockefeller, crab cake, penne vodka shrimp, linguine white clam, and frutti di mare. Even the chicken francaise and angus hangar steak were very worthy choices! Can't recommend this spot enough. Definitely worth a visit (or several)! read more

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Had an amazing time this evening. We came to experience Mediterranean cuisine and left full of smiles. First of all the service was amazing. We had multiple people come up to our table to make sure we had everything we needed. The manager/owner was very pleasant and even made cotton candy for my son which was a big win! The food is delicious! We will be back soon! read more

There's a new secret spot....omg the food's amazing. No pic of the fried zucchini bc we inhale it. The cheese cake was sooo light! Definitely a 5star place with great atmosphere, kindness, love & amazing hospitality. Pitas, tiziki, eggplant dip & hummus all homemade. The fish is so beautiful & fresh! Quality ingredient makes your palet water for more! read more

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Everything made here is delicious . I went there to celebrate my girls friend's birthday and we were very pleased. Staff very cordial and attentive. Place is decorated beautifully. I highly recommend. read more

The food was excellent. The owner and wait staff were attentive and friendly. Was our first time there. We will be back!

I absolutely loved my experience here! Every dish is made with heart, and the flavors are outstanding. The warm and inviting atmosphere makes it even more enjoyable. Highly recommended! read more

Amazing, amazing experience. Came here to celebrate a retirement. The customer service was exceptional, and the food was delicious. So glad to have discovered this place. We will DEFINITELY be coming back!!! read more

We wanted to try a new place for dinner last night and tried this place that we saw opened across from precious island. It was cute inside and the staff were all nice, but the food was off the mark. The paella was far too salty, but the seafood was cooked pretty well. Couldn't say the same for the grilled octopus app. What they did to his body was a shame, just gristly and overcooked - seemed like it was already a cooked tentacle and they put it on the grill for color. Drinks were good and strong though, so props on that. I'm in no rush to come back, but I might consider trying again in the future should I hear a good update. read more

Halil did a wonderful job of recommending dinner choices. The appetizer was a a generous portion and tasty. The seafood and pasty were delicious. I also recommend the Hot Baked Halva. The background music was well chosen and did not interfere with our speaking with each other. Give it a try. read more

Went to dinner last night for the first time. Had the Tuna Tartare, Octopus Ceviche, Arugula Salad. All were fantastic! For dinner I chose a grouper and had it broiled. Very tasty and fresh. It came with a side of potatoes and onions that was charred beautifully and tasty They also deboned the fish table side. Felt like I was back in Greece :) The waitstaff was extremely friendly and professional. We also enjoyed the drinks - they were able to accommodate my dirty martini (not on the drink menu) and it was fantastic. Nice atmosphere. Had some Mediterranean music playing in the background which was nice. They gave us complimentary Turkish tea - very hospitable touch. Looking forward to check it out on a weekend night. If the lights are more dim I think it will add to the vibe :) gem of a place for Staten Island! Hope to be a regular there read more

Great atmosphere, amazing service, and delicious food. A gem that stands out in the neighborhood. It's a blend of cuisines that the area sorely needs! I will definitely return. read more

Such a great new spot ! Parking in the back, very nice staff and so accommodating of my nut allergy. The food was fresh and authentic. The prices are right and the portions were nicely sized. It was my dad's bday and they gave us a free dessert and a free drink. Will be back! read more

The food here is amazingly good. The service is top notch. There is a nice small restaurant feel with a nice dim atmosphere as the sunlight dims. The Mediterranean cuisine is well prepared, and everything seems to be a good value. Highly recommend coming here. Overjoyed that my wife found it. read more

We visited this lovely restaurant for the very first time, and were not disappointed! Unlike some other restaurants in the area, this restaurant is cozy, with a lovely and warm atmosphere, and a top notch service. The owner is a sweetheart, who came to us and let us know about the menu, made funny banter, and even offered us complimentary foods! We were waited on like kings the entire time! There is so much attention to detail throughout the entire place! It's Aegean Mediterranean theme. With lots of seashells (I loooove seashells), fish, ships, and even fake windows with a view of Santorini. The food was very good too. My favorite was the ceviche. So zesty and tart! Next time I will try more dishes. We will be back! read more

Great new spot for Greek. & Mediterranean food lovers . Staff super welcoming accommodate any food preferences. Wine and dine the wife tasty cuisine read more

Delicious food! Can't wait to return, tried a few items off the lunch menu. The crab sandwich and fried shrimp basket were delicious. Will definitely be back to try more dinner items. Would totally recommend. Beautiful ambiance and really great service! read more

What an amazing new restaurant!!! The staff and owners super friendly and attentive. The fish is super fresh and cooked to order. I had the grilled Dorado with the cauliflower steak and both were so so good!! Definitely recommend!!! read more