Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Staten Island

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Staten Island? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Bocelli Ristorante

4.9

4.9 (652)

$30 and under

Italian

Concord

About the restaurant

For almost two decades, Bocelli Ristorante has been providing the most authentic Italian cuisine in Staten Island and New York City. Voted the Best Italian Restaurant in both 2014 and 2015, and named one of the 2017 Top 10 best Italian Restaurants in NYC, we pride ourselves on using the finest ingredients to make delicious dishes all served in an atmosphere that will place you on a sunny hillside in Italy. Whether seeking an intimate dinner with a loved one, a family get-together or a larger special occasion in our private party room, there are few restaurants that can cater to your senses like Bocelli Ristorante.
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Top review

Ben

Dined 2 days ago

Stefano and the entire staff at Bocelli’s always make the dining experience feel like you’re part of their family.

Violette's Cellar

4.9

4.9 (624)

$30 and under

American

Grant City

About the restaurant

Violette's Cellar is Staten Island's most unique restaurant and event venue. Featuring social dining, gourmet food and eclectic decor. Violette's also features The Button Room (a password required speakeasy), a private wine room, and private banquet rooms for parties of all sizes.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 6 days ago

The food, drinks, ambience, and service were all top notch.

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon Satay

Popular dish

A5 Wagyu Filet Mignon

Angelina's Kitchen

4.9

4.9 (57)

$30 and under

Italian

New Springville

About the restaurant

Angelina's Kitchen - serving the finest pizza and Italian cuisine.

Top review

LynneVIP

Dined on Dec 4, 2024

Angelina’s Kitchen is a nice place for lunch. Their pizza is thin & delicious. The Caesar salad was one of the best I have tasted. Our server Joseph was excellent. Extremely professional & accommodating.

Beso

4.8

4.8 (376)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

St George

About the restaurant

Welcome to Beso Spanish restaurant in Staten Island. We have moved to our NEW location at 70 Bay Street. Any questions please call us a 718-816-8162

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Patricia

Dined 3 days ago

Very good food and wonderful attentive wait staff, very nice atmosphere.

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4.8

4.8 (91)

$50 and over

Seafood

Stapleton

About the restaurant

Blue Pearl offers a vibrant and well rounded menu focusing on fresh seafood with Asian flare and selections that will delight guests with all varieties of dietary restrictions and preferences. Our Cocktail Program highlights innovative mixology and a curated wine and sake list. The impeccable service and attention to detail is only surpassed by the extraordinary ambience and seductive vibe.

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NadiaKVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Fantastic food and impeccable service. Overall great experience

Campania Coal Fired Pizza - Tottenville

4.9

4.9 (37)

$31 to $50

Pizzeria

Tottenville

About the restaurant

Specializing in authentic coal-fired Italian pizza, antipasto and other traditional Italian dishes. We use only the freshest and finest ingredients. We also make our own mozzarella daily by hand and have a full bar!

Top review

Josephine

Dined on Dec 14, 2024

A Fantastic Dining Experience at Campania! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I recently had the pleasure of dining at Campania on Page Avenue, and I can confidently say it was an exceptional experience from start to finish! From the moment I walked in, the warm and inviting atmosphere set the tone for a delightful evening. The staff at Campania are truly phenomenal; they were welcoming, attentive, and genuinely passionate about providing excellent service. Our server was knowledgeable about the menu and offered great recommendations that made our dining experience even better. The manager was actively involved in ensuring that every guest felt special, checking in on us throughout the evening and adding a personal touch that made a huge difference. It's clear that the entire team is dedicated to creating a memorable dining experience. Now, onto the food! Each dish was beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. The attention to detail in the preparation was evident, and every bite was a testament to the chef's talent. Whether you're a fan of classic Italian dishes or looking to try something new, the menu has something for everyone. Overall, I cannot recommend Campania enough! The combination of outstanding service, delicious food, and a welcoming atmosphere makes it a must-visit restaurant. I can’t wait to return for another wonderful meal! Thank you, Campania, for a fantastic dining experience!

Sofia's Taqueria - Amboy Rd

4.8

4.8 (239)

$30 and under

Mexican

Huguenot

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

Top review

Vinnette

Dined 1 day ago

Always consistent and great food! Highly recommend

Campania Coal Fired Pizza - Dongan Hills

4.8

4.8 (104)

$31 to $50

Pizzeria

South Beach

About the restaurant

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lorraine

Dined 4 days ago

Great food and great service,. Definitely going back.

Pastavino

4.8

4.8 (381)

$31 to $50

Italian

Stapleton

About the restaurant

Pastavino translates to pasta & wine, the quintessential Italian experience, drawing inspiration from the traditional trattorias & enotecas throughout Italy. Michelin Star Chef Josh Laurano's menu focuses on modern interpretations of familiar Italian flavors, house made pastas, focaccia & secondi. We pride ourselves on seasonality, using local ingredients, and allowing them to be the soul of the menu - Materia Prima.

If you do not see your desired time or party size please check RESY or call the restaurant directly . We do not put all tables online to allow for phone reservations and walk in's.

Please include all guests in your party including those who may be in strollers or high chairs.

While we love to celebrate life's special occasions with you, we kindly ask that you refrain from bringing balloons into our dining rooms.

We try our best to accomodate all requests and preferences, however tables located along the window are seated on a first come first served basis.

Top review

MaryLeeVIP

Dined 5 days ago

We spent Christmas Eve with extended family, enjoying a late dinner. The service was attentive and friendly but not intrusive. The food was prepared to each person's liking. We had one incorrect order, and they quickly and agreeably corrected it. It was a delightful way to spend time together.

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The Basement - Staten Island

4.7

4.7 (76)

$30 and under

American

St George

About the restaurant

The Basement Staten Island is an American Tavern. The newest concept by Julian Gaxholli known for Blue, Beso, Bayou

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Ann marie

Dined 6 days ago

Wonderful experience. Our first time visiting this restaurant. Service was excellent. Bison meatballs and baked clams as appetizers were delicious. Rib eye steak and short rib ragu was mouthwatering and cooked to perfection. Desserts were excellent as well. One suggestion - our waitress saw me using my phone for light. She brought me a little lamp. It was wonderful and suggest having at all tables since it was a little dark in some areas of the restaurant. I shared it with the couple at the next table so they could see their dessert. lol! Ambiance is definitely warm and cozy feeling. Good for date nights. But a little loud.

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