Each time I've visited, the experience was remarkable. All of the food is flavorful, seasoned well and cooked to perfection. The service is great and it feels like the establishment takes pride in what they produce. It gets crowded, but it's never been overwhelming or overly noisy. Took advantage of the power lunch special and it was a perfect sized portion. It's really nice that they even offer this on Saturday, which most restaurants do not. Can't wait to go back. read more

Vesuvio Restaurant & Pizzeria is a classic Italian family restaurant and pizzeria in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, and it's known for its traditional Neapolitan-style home cooked pastas, pizzas and entrees. When I first moved to Bay Ridge this was my Italian restaurant: the pizza, eggplant parmigiana and mozzarella in carozza were my faves. The restaurant is rustic with brick walls in their cozy dining room. The first room, where there are booths, is comfy for enjoying a slice with a soda. Tonight, I was in the mood for a white pizza slice and a mini Margherita pizza. I ordered delivery and the food came piping hot and packed with care. Here's my recap: 1. Whitestone Pizza: a heavenly slice of ricotta and mozzarella, ooey, gooey and scrumptious! One slice filled me up and it is my all time favorite slice. The next time I will order it with spinach on top. 2. Personal Margherita pie: fresh mozzarella, marinara and basil. The size is generous for a personal pie. I had one slice, utterly delicious! I froze the rest for a future cheat. Vesuvio specializes in red sauce and their sauce is dynamite! If you are looking for a traditional style of pizza making and entrees ( lasagna, parmigiana and even steak) this is your place! Vesuvio is located on 7305 Third Avenue, Brooklyn, NY. R train to 77th Street, 5 minute walk read more

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When I was perusing some of my older Yelps, I noticed that my summary of a Vesuvio's Pizzeria visit was from a rather disappointing experience and since I had recently paid them a visit and had nothing but good to say I felt an update would be in order. The quick backstory on the update was that after donating blood for my regular drive, I knew I would be hungry and also heading to the comic book store to see what newness might be on the racks. These plans would find me near enough to Vesuvios to enjoy some of their fare once again with my friend who had joined me on the adventure. Once inside, I secured a table and kept the order to a simple two regular slices and a small Sprite. The pie had just come out so mine didn't really need a warming up and that was fine by me as I sometimes accidently end up scalding the roof of my mouth and I know that many of you had been there before and are nodding your head about how much that hurts. Moving along. Our orders were wonderful and there wasn't a morsel left on the plates when we were done. That's the sign of a good experience. Truth be told, this is traditionally known as being good pizza and reflecting on my way old review made me feel that I might just have been having a bad night when I did that one. Since then I've made sure to have a clear frame when doing these Yelps One of the cool observations was that a class of children were present with their teachers and using a party room and actually learning how to make pizza. They all got to bring their work home and were sporting little cook hats. It was cool and made me wish that my class got to do those kinds of things when I was young. So if you want some good pizza and other assorted far that one can find in such a place then I highly recommend Vesuvio. There's a lot of space to stretch out and relax, they do have facilities which is great and there is even a complimentary WiFi signal for you to do social media checking in and more. That's all I've got. Enjoy your visit if you go. read more

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Vesuvio's is truly a Bay Ridge gem! We hosted our work holiday party here and it exceeded every expectation. The pasta was outstanding, portions were generous, and every dish that came out felt like classic Italian comfort done right. We had a private room, and the experience was seamless -- the service was bar none. Attentive without being intrusive, friendly, and perfectly paced for a large group. The staff made sure everyone felt taken care of, which is no small feat at a holiday event. The ambiance added to the night: warm, festive, and ideal for celebrations. Between the great drink selections, beautifully presented plates, and a menu full of crowd-pleasers, everyone walked away happy. If you're looking for a spot for a group dinner, celebration, or just a solid Italian meal in Bay Ridge, Vesuvio's delivers every single time. Highly recommend! read more

First time dining at this place and at first it looks like a regular pizza place but they host parties as well. Came here for a birthday party and was seated right away. It was not busy for a Sunday night. Our waitstaff was attentive, very accommodating and made excellent food suggestions. The drinks and food came out early.. Some dishes came out a tad salty but overall they're delicious. Will venture to this place again and try their pizza! read more

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Good spot if you are looking for Italian food and the pizza's not bad either ;) Service was very good even though it was busy. The place was crowded for a Saturday night. Even had a private party in the back room. We came here for some pasta. We had the seafood salad and I had the pizziola. Very good, so filling! Would come again read more

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This was a great place to host a party. The service was really good and the staff was welcoming and attentive. The space has a mix of a pizzeria and then a restaurant on the other side. If you want a slice to go you can get from this place. Food was amazing, everything was hot and fresh. Calamari was crunchy and the good Chewy. Salman with the lemony sauce and their roasted potatoes and veggies was delicious. I should've just known the food was good when the foccacia from the bread basket was ar perfection! Must try. read more

friendly and polite service. The ambience is clean and comfortable. highly recommended. The seafood pasta dish was awesome. I think it's called De Mare something. You will NOT be disappointed! Staff is super friendly and service is great! read more

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Vesuvio is one of the two most well-known classic red sauce joints in Bay Ridge (the other being Gino's). After a recent visit, Vesuvio is unfortunately decidedly my less-preferred of the two options. I opted for the gnocchi a la vodka, which was a generous portion - it wasn't bad, but the gnocchi had a pronounced gumminess and the vodka sauce was heavy without being decadent. I will likely stick to Gino's when the occasions calls for visiting one of these nostalgic restaurants in the future. read more

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Excellent food, and very friendly waiters and waitresses Come here for every major event we have for my family who lives in Brooklyn experience has always been optimal read more

Family has been coming here for years, traditional Italian spot we seem to always end up at even when we all feel it's really "not that great", the service is friendly and attentive but the food/pasta isn't to the level expected, especially with so many other Italian restaurants around to choose from. This is a traditional family restaurant vibe, they have locals from the neighborhood who are loyal (such as our family!) read more

When i lived in brooklyn, i frequented vesuvios and the food was amazing back then. (11 yrs ago) I have popped in from time to time and have never been disappointed. 1- The staff is amazing, they are friendly, caring and are a great bunch of people. Leo was awesome the last 2 times we went. The hostess and the gentleman behind the counter who always has an awesome hat on are great as well. 2- the food, man o man, i have been to very few places that the food has stood consistent for 11 years. No matter what we order, the food is delicious and fresh. From a seafood and pasta dish to a slice of pizza. 3- the affogato was amazing, the deserts were delicious. Def a must try!! read more

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The food was good but wrong - sent it back and took forever to get the check It seems when there is a event in the back room it messes up the front Two times this happened when there is a event Last time we got the wrong check read more

Cozy Italian food in the heart of bay ridge. My go to spot after a long day of work for a nice dinner with friends. The watermelon margaritas were fruity and delicious. The appetizers were tasteful. The calamari was super crunchy! The penne ziti was delicious. I haven't had one like this before! The servers are very attentive and helpful always suggesting a good item off the menu to try! read more

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It was great meeting our friends here for dinner. Food was exceptional! We were so happy with our food we didn't take pictures. No crumbs were left! Service was on point! read more

It was Mother's Day so service was so-so because of how busy they were. Even though our waitress tried her hardest! The food was exceptional!! Definitely a place you would go back to over and over again. Great great place read more

The food is great quality while getting big portions that also tastes amazing. all staff is nice and helpful and help when needed. definitely come to vesuvio and try their food. 10/10 recommend read more

The service was great they accommodated a large party very last minute. Zuppa Di Pesce was great.

I always love the food here. Pizza, pasta, or a classic chicken parm on a hero always hits. My family always comes here to eat. Even ordering catered food from here is great. Always a reliable place to get food for catering if you have a party. The restaurant has a formal dining and a front section where you can sit and just grab a slice. It's almost has the atmosphere of a formal restaurant and also a classic neighborhood pizzeria. The servers are always nice and helpful. Always checking up on you during dinner. It feels very family friendly read more

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Excellent value and delicious food. Great ambiance and price. Highly recommend. A good family restaurant

Great pizza and calamari - and the marinara sauce is unbeatable Recommend hitting the pizzeria (like it more than the main restaurant) Vibes are nice and classic bay ridge read more

Always excellent food and service!! Great ambiance. Love going there and bringing guests to enjoy as well! read more

I am a Brooklyn native now living in Atlanta who knows Vesuvio very well for delicious food! A big thank you to the manager and staff in making sure that an order I placed long distance as a surprise to be delivered to my relative in the hospital got done. He was so surprised and thankful to be eating Vesuvio's awesome food instead of his usual meals. I truly appreciate your help and plan to eat your fabulous food next time i visit Brooklyn!! read more

This is a not a review on the food but the service. I have gone out to eat here with my children who are very young. I want my kids to never feel limited by our circumstances when I decide to take them out to eat. I earn enough to every once in awhile want to do something nice for us. However, every single time I've taken them to eat in the restaurant, not the pizzeria side, I have a similar experience. Maybe the waiters do not take me seriously because I'm one adult with two kids but I try my best to bring things to keep them occupied. They were well behaved considering. I watched my waiter give the utmost hospitality down to it's my first week, my name is...don't forget it yada yada while dialogue was made minimal for myself. I try to be to the point with my kids bc they are young and I would like to give us the experience even if it is not what you would get from a couple and I'm not spending 300 bucks in the place but it does not mean that I get any less hospitality. young kids can sit still and be kept occupied but for so long before you watch ppl come way after you get their meals while you wait for yours. I did not even get the courtesy of hey sorry the meal is taking so long this is what is going on bc clearly I'm watching ppl who came in 20 min + after me get the rest of their entrees even though I said please don't wait just put in the next order. I had to make the waiter uncomfortable by staring him down every time he entered the room; even getting the bill felt like an ordeal. I get it was a busy day. I made reservations knowing people would Be coming here. But it doesn't feel good to go in with your children to feel like a second class citizen because I didn't walk in with a man or with other adults or that I'm not a well known customer. it's not easy to walk in on Valentine's Day with just you and your kids to then be treated like you don't exist. read more

Food is delicious, portions are huge, and service is always attentive. The red focaccia that they give alongside the garlicky and regular bread is top notch. We go here a few times a month and while they do offer delivery, it's really not the same. It's hard to beat Friday afternoon Vesuvio -- it's lively, but not so busy that you feel pressured to hurry up. We have stayed for awhile post-lunch to enjoy an espresso and dessert. Later in the evening, the back room is nice and quiet for times when you want to prioritize conversation and connection. There's also an extra bathroom back there. read more

Food is amazing, service is exceptional, ambiance is cozy. The variety of food is all delicious from the pizza & focaccia to the skirt steak and veal Marsala. I would highly recommend it. They have healthy salad too and still tasting great. read more

Excellent service and staff all food is unbelievable and fresh all the time I recommend this place for great Italian cuisine in bay ridge

Pizza the way I like it. Fresh & fast. Sauce on point. The Chicken Parm is also a must. read more

Everything was fresh, delicouse, service was excellent.fish was all fresh.Desserts delicouse, cappucino was hot and perfect . Was there on feb17 /7pm . Been going there for years . Always delicouse fresh food. read more

I've always loved Vesuvio Restaurant and was quite disappointed when I showed up with a coupon I received in the mail and asked for it to be redeemed. it was for a Family Meal for $31 - there was nothing on the coupon that said that it was TAKE OUT ONLY! I had even called to make sure that it didn't have a block out date. I was told I could use it anytime. I made reservations and when I got there, was told it was only for take out orders (?) To my surprise the manager didn't try to keep us in the restaurant, she wasn't nice. So we walked out. I must say this is FALSE ADVERTISING, I have the coupon to prove it. What a shame such a great restaurant and they didn't care to try to help us out. Vesuvio, please be careful how you advertise, it isn't fair to your customers. Thank You. read more

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In Bay Ridge, Gino's is the hot spot for red sauce Italian, but I wouldn't sleep on Vesuvio. It's a more relaxed vibe and becomes a cozier go to restaurant when you want comfort Italian food. The service is consistent, friendly, and efficient. The house focaccia is light, garlicky, and great for mopping up sauce. Recommended dishes - pulpo salad (octopus salad), zucchini sticks, buon gustaio, melanzana read more

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Excellent Italian restaurant!! The food here was top notch from start to finish. The best thing about this restaurant is the portion sizes. They are huge. You are truly getting what you pay for. We started with the hot antipasto and fried calamari. They were both fresh and delicious. I had the toscana pasta and it was delicious. The toasted breadcrumb, broccoli rabe, and shrimp combo is a favorite of mine and this didn't miss. And I had enough for two lunches afterward lol what could be better than that. Can't wait to come back. read more

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The servers were friendly. The food was good, we were here for a private event which they had a room for us in the back. Would recommend! read more

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Disappointed. Very disappointed. Overpriced, overly salty, and pretty bare plates for the food you are getting. They try to build it up like you are getting something special but in reality it feels more like you are getting scammed. The tortellini soup I ordered is bland, and not worth $11. You get a lot of tortellini, but it felt like this would be something you would order in a hospital. The chicken broth is bland, maybe flavorless at times. The Pomodoro pasta is also a disappointment. I felt I could make this at home for a fraction of the price. When I complained to my server about the one sad sausage link I received in the dish, she simply shrugged and asked, "Do you want another?" "No thanks." I told her, knowing full well it would not be free (adding sausage to this dish already costs $5). At least the free bread is delicious and hot when it comes out. However, I need more than just delicious free bread if you want me to return. Which I will not. read more

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Was here a few weeks ago for a pharmacy dinner. They brought out calamari, salad, and fried zucchini. There was steak, chicken, fish, and veggies options for entrees. And then a dessert. Food was great and the service was also great. read more

We haven't arrived until Thursday, Jan 22, 2026. But from past experience, we have always had a wonderful time and great food always.

I hosted an event of 20 people here tonight and I'm so glad I booked this place over all other restaurants in bay ridge! First off, the staff were great! The food was excellent. We had such a great time. The event space had a nice layout and decorating was quick and easy. The price per person was very affordable . The chocolate cake with cannoli filling was awesome and it came with the meal. I will definitely have another party here or even just stop in to have dinner and I'm not even from Brooklyn anymore lol so you know it's good. It's a hidden gem! read more

it was awful. First of all the place was empty other then a few folks in the pizza section so that tells us something off the bat. We were then sat by glass window and it was freezing outside and it was seeping inside. We had to eat dinner with our coats on. When the food finally came out and it had to be over a 35 to 40 minute wait, but when you considerconsider there was no one else eating in the restaurant, just definitely raised our eyebrows. I ordered lasagna and it arrived burned. It looked clearly to me that this so-called chef forgot about it in the oven. I'm still going to the bathroom 15 hours later as something in that lasagna was poison. My wife ordered the chicken franchise with vegetables, it was easily no more worth than two dollars what I saw on that plate and it had really no flavor at all. I started thinking maybe the chef quit and one of the bus boys took over the kitchen. I don't know, but it was just a horrible experience. I will never go back there again. I used to go there years ago and never had a problem. Things have clearly changed at Vesuvio. read more

Terrible food! They can't hold a candle to villa monte or any good south shore Italian restaurants. I tried them, they are comparable to Dominos. read more

This was my 2nd visit to Vesuvio. Each time I go I love it more and more! We're visiting Brooklyn, from California. We make a stop at the restaurant because we know we'll get some great food in a nice, local Italian restaurant. Dishes are prepared perfectly and service is always excellent!! We ordered the octopus salad tonight (pictured). All excellent!! Belle was our waitress tonight. She's so nice and did a great job!! So attentive and friendly. Restaurant patrons all seem like locals--a plus for me! The neighborhood is safe. Parking mat be a problem sometimes. I highly recommend Vesuvio for any reason at all!! read more

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