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    Serena Bistro and Lounge

    4.2 (36 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Skirt steak and lobster risotto
    Priscilla P.

    Went for an early Sunday dinner for our anniversary. Place was weirdly empty but the food and service came out great. Started with a pistachio martini that was very yummy. Must order the crispy rice tuna!! We also ordered the mussels from their football special- a tasty broth. My husband ordered the skirt steak that was perfectly medium rare. I had the lobster risotto that was nice and they didn't skimp on the meat. The only downside of the night was that the lava cake didn't lava. Still enjoyable and I will return to try more things off the menu!

    Everything here was excellent. The food, the drinks, and the service were amazing. The vibe and the music are on point. Love it here. The pictures don't do the food justice! Amazing!

    Pomegranate Martini
    Melissa G.

    Came here to celebrate a girlfriend's birthday, had an 8:30pm reservation and was seated promptly. The music playing was very good but I did feel like the amount of screens displaying Serena Bistro was a tad overkill. The entertainment was enjoyable, from the ladies dancing to the man playing the drums interacting with the guests. Service was good but we had 3 different people ask us if they could get us water when we first sat down and then two waitresses throughout the night .. not sure if they were assigned to all the tables but I would have preferred to have one waitress throughout the night to make it less confusing. Food was amazing! We ordered a bunch of apps- calamari, mussels, pizza, rice balls, tuna tartar, crab cakes, pesto burrata, & octopus skewers. My favorite were the crab cakes and pizza! Pizza was $25- thought it would be a regular size, it's more of a personal size pizza - expensive for that size! Drinks were also very good- cucumber mint martini, pomegranate martini, and spicy margaritas. All made very well.

    Sharm S.

    I don't know about you but I didn't know you could find such lovely upscale dining in SI. Went here with a friend and was pleasantly surprised by the classic food and the beautiful ambiance. Staff was so friendly and inviting. My friend got a burger and I got the veggie and both were equally good. Apps were on point and the dessert was fantastic. The bar is so beautiful and a great photo opp too. I can see this being fun to each and game. And they have DJ and dancers at night too!

    Burrata with Pesto
    Patricia Z.

    First time there, and it was great. Place is the old Cabo. Decor is beautiful. There was a DJ. Service was a little slow but it was very busy. Food was good would definitely go back Had a great time! It was loud and lively

    Skirt steak with mash potatoes.
    Sheila S.

    Serena Bistro is a great addition to Staten Island. The interior design and decor add to the experience. The ambiance is set with nice music in the e background. I came during the week so there were no live DJ, but I am told the weekends are a vibe. The service was awesome, Frank was a delight and made sure we were taken care of. The food which is most important was delicious. I had the skirt steak and my son had the Italian burger. Everything was top notch! I would definitely come back!

    Patricia B.

    Food was alright I had the chicken francese and appetizers was the classic calamari and to drink was lychee martini .. first of we didn't had a reservation (granted) they could of put us in one of the soo many tables that was open we stayed for bout hour and half and none of them table that we could of sat on were full . Stop double booking people .. my chicken francese wasn't lemony I had way better in other places ohh and my lychee martini didn't had the fruit in it smh .. would I go there ? That's TBD..

    Elina A.

    What a cute new spot!!! The whole restaurant is a vibe with live entertainment throughout the night , delicious food and super creative Cocktails. Service was impeccable and the crowd was Gorgeousssss

    Lemon drop martini
    Nicole Z.

    Came here on a Thursday, the service was amazing. Music was good, as well as the ambience. It was ladies night so there was $10 cocktails which you couldn't be. The food was very good. I was impressed, the waiter really was great. And the prices you cannot beat. I will definitely be coming back and recommend this place to others.

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    Mirna R.

    A must try on Staten Island! The interiors were very impressive, the staff was friendly and attentive, the drinks and food were amazing, and we had the best time thanks to the dj and entertainment.

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    Decent food. I was unimpressed about the atmosphere. I think personally the old Cabo was better.

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    This restaurant has a beautiful ambiance and decor. Delicious apps and dinner. The drinks are amazing!

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    Everything was top notch here from the food to the drinks to the entertainment I can't wait to go back !!!

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    survive is good food is average, I like Leila better which is supposedly same owners, music is definately better in Leila's...

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    Anchor's At Smith Creek

    Anchor's At Smith Creek

    4.0(2 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    While running errands in Edison I convinced my wife to check Anchors out. Read! I read in one of…read morethe New Jersey articles that this place was a tiki bar, so I was excited to try it out. Upon getting there, it is a nice Marina bar that has a grave a lot. We walked shortly from the parking lot and got seats of the bar right away. There was a good amount of people there for a Saturday afternoon. However, we were helped right away. Their beer prices are pretty phenomenal in my opinion. The selection I think is pretty good too. We were speaking with one of the people behind the bar and they said the plan is to also have food trucks here eventually as well for a food option. There is ample seating here as you can see from some of the pictures I took and the two staff we talked to were very friendly. One thing that could be a pro or a con depending on your disposition is that this is an outdoor bar. There are a lot of fans going and it has a very nice breeze. How over on a hot day where something loose and breathable. However, in the spring and fall I can imagine this place having a big crowd because it seems like a really nice place to have a drink and hang out. All in all. If you're local, I would definitely come check this place out. We will definitely be back in the future.

    This place it's perfect to see fireworks. They have beer in draft and regular fair price cocktails…read more No food but there's a food truck with limited items food prices. This outdoor place has tv screens to watch sports. Nice breeze. They are prepared for the fall Incase the temp drops at night. They will be needing a real kitchen to serve some real food with a good chef. This place will make $$$. Nice view of the marina. They have a live band. Nice day to chill and relax and enjoy the breeze. Nice ambiance. Lots of parking . Will return and definitely recommend. Come and support the town.

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    Caroline’s Tavern - Caroline's Famous Chicken Tenders

    Caroline’s Tavern

    4.1(28 reviews)
    4.4 mi

    A time was had yall! Been wanting to come here for their Thursday nights, but instead randomly…read morecame on a Sunday. To start off we were very indecisive about where we wanted to sit and They have $20 bottomless burinch for 90 min. Didn't even take 30 min for those bellinis to hit!. Our server Alejandro was AMAZING! Personable, funny, quick, and full of recommendations. What more could you ask for? To eat we each got burgers. I had the truffle mushroom, my sister at the French dip, and honestly I dont remember which burger the other was because I was knee deep in mine. Sweet potato fried were amazing. Truffle fries were ok but disclaimer: I got mine without parm since I dont like cheese but my sisters had it with cheese and said they were great. For dessert Alejandro recommended the tres leches but my boring sister wanted the apple pie. It was exactly what it said it was but honestly I left wanting to try the tres leches. I will be coming back.

    My family made reservations for a family of 11 on a Saturday afternoon and we were seated right…read moreaway. The ambiance was cozy and I love that they have an outdoor patio. There was a DJ too! I ordered a lavender French martini which was a fun twist on the classic French 75. For apps, the bang bang shrimp and fried cauliflower was my fave. For my main dish I tried the fried shrimp wrap which came with fries. Every dish and drink was well presented and delicious. Our waitress was attentive and answered all of our questions. We will definitely return to Caroline's Tavern. And I'm bringing my girls to the next night with a DJ where we can sit on the patio. Parking is free and easy to find as well!

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    OU LA   - Lamb Chop appetizer

    OU LA

    4.5(83 reviews)
    3.8 mi

    Ou La Restaurant & Bar is the kind of place you want to see succeed. From the moment we walked in,…read morethe service was warm, professional and genuinely attentive. Our entire party wasn't there yet, but we were seated anyway, which I really appreciated. The staff checked in on us consistently without being overbearing, and while we waited for the rest of our party, we were asked if we wanted a drink. That small gesture stood out to me because a lot of restaurants will make you wait until everyone arrives before they even offer you anything. Here, they made us feel welcomed right away. Now, the food. We ordered the steak and eggs, island oxtail burrito, island burger with egg, and I decided to make my own combination. I ordered the Ou La wings and asked if I could get a side of diri jon jon (Haitian black mushroom rice). They were happy to accommodate the request, and everyone enjoyed their meals. One thing that really impressed me was how quickly an issue with the steak was handled. The steak had been ordered medium well, but came out well done. It was mentioned, and once it was brought to the chef's attention, the chef came back just a couple of minutes later with the steak prepared the way it was originally requested. A big deal wasn't made about it, so the fact that he took the initiative to correct it so quickly said a lot to me about how seriously they take their customers and food. And then there was the kremas! I noticed that they had a cocktail called Café Kremas, which is essentially an espresso version of a traditional kremas. It sounded interesting, but I really wanted to try the kremas by itself. I asked, and they were more than happy to accommodate me. Again, that willingness to listen and make the customer happy really stood out. The ambiance is beautiful. Everything feels thoughtfully designed, from the aesthetics to the layout. There's a separate bar area, and you can actually see the chefs working and preparing the food, which adds to the experience. Ou La is doing something special. The food was good, the atmosphere is beautiful, but what really stood out to me was the service. The staff was pleasant, attentive, professional, and clearly focused on making sure the customers were taken care of. If you're thinking about eating at this restaurant, I'm telling you to do it. Support this business and tip well. We need more restaurants that understand great food is only part of the experience. Customer service is important, and Ou La gets that. There is metered parking directly in front of the restaurant. If those spots are full, there's additional parking in the lot behind the restaurant near the church. I would also suggest making a reservation, especially if you're planning to go during a busy brunch or dinner service.

    I really wanted to like this place, and I did, for some aspects…read more The food was delicious. The flavors were all incredible, from appetizer to dessert. We had the short rib empanadas, which were crispy and fully of meat. They were definitely the highlight of the night! The rasta pasta was good, but it came out warm and with few shrimp. The flavors were still excellent, however. The carrot cake for dessert was moist and not too sweet, which I prefer! The space was also super clean and well maintained. What really disappointed me was the service. We had a reservation, but had to wait to be seated even with plenty of open tables. That's normally not a big deal for us, but we had an event to get to tonight, so we were in more of a rush. Someone came to us to ask what water we wanted after 10 minutes of being sat, after which the hostess came back over to us to apologize that our server hasn't come over yet and asked if we would like water. Much more time passes and someone (still not our server) comes to ask us if everything is alright. We explain that no one has taken our order, which she apologized for and took our order for us. She then had to come back over because she forgot to include what protein we picked for our pasta. Finally, our server came over to us. We explained that we had already ordered. More hiccups continued throughout the night, including a long wait for the check, never being brought a dessert menu after asking, etc. I'm not one to complain about service, I just think they could be more efficient. At the time we arrived, there were only a few other tables seated in our area. It wasn't super busy, and there were a lot of people working. We overheard staff whispering about who was supposed to be taking care of us, and it still took time for someone to come over and help us. I think the staff knew we overheard or were disappointed in the service, because our dessert was free, and we received a bread basket as well. I'd love to give them another chance, just maybe not if I have plans after.

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    Angelina's Kitchen

    Angelina's Kitchen

    3.5(51 reviews)
    3.5 mi

    With the over-saturation of Italian restaurants in Woodbridge township, Angelina's Kitchen was not…read moreon the top 10 list of restaurants to-try for us. So we came with low expectations, but left with a satisfied experience. I love thin crust pizza, and Angelina's nailed it with their dough making. All the bread was delicious. The gelatos were so fresh and creamy. What gives them a 5 star for us: all the drinks were excellent (love their Negronis) and the dishes were well seasoned. It was a crowded night but we got a table with no reservations after a 10 min wait on a Saturday night. High ceilings and open layout, the place felt spacious and outdoorsy.

    Meh, lovely decor, mediocre food, and overwhelmed staff about sums up my Monday dinner experience…read morehere. Initially, wood fired pizza was my draw here and the server mentioned that 12" sizes are available despite not listed on the menu. Thankfully, another server saw me waiting and waiting to place my order. Only 2 servers and the place was surprisingly busy so service was lacking in addition to the disappointing execution of my meal. I played it safe, I thought, and ordered the mixed veggie salad with salmon. The salad was a pathetic array of about 6 Boston lettuce leaves and then an inordinate amount of sloppily sliced red onions, way too many capers, and drowned in a tasteless vinegarette all served on a huge platter. Maybe a nice place to grab a happy hour drink ...but too much competition for food in the area to dine here.

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