Vistamar Restaurant & Lounge

4.5

297 Reviews

$30 and under

Latin American

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Great for brunch
Good for groups
Great for scenic views

Looking out over the Long Island Sound from the window-lined main dining room, it is easy to see the vision and feel the passion behind VISTAMAR. Beautiful views await diners at this Latin restaurant, as you enjoy a variety of menu items and cocktails while enjoying the beautiful harbor scenery. Nestled in between the Pelham Bay area of the Bronx and Hart Island, City Island has become home to a bustling restaurant scene. VISTAMAR shines in this community, as it not only draws inspiration from the water that surrounds it but also adds Latin flavor. Easily accessible by car or public transportation, City Island is a beautiful departure from the hustle and bustle of New York City.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Latin American, Seafood
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 am
Phone number
(718) 709-0888
Website
https://www.vistamarcityisland.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
565 City Island Ave, Bronx, NY 10464-1104
Neighborhood
City Island
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Wings$13.00
Hot, Sweet Chili, or BBQ
Baked Clams$20.00
Grilled Octopus$18.00
Avocado Fish Ceviche$20.00
Picadera de Marisco
Calamari, Shrimp, Fried Fish, and Shrimp Empanada
- Two$29.00
- Four$55.00
Mofonguitos$14.00
Stuffed Green Plantains (Beef, Chicken, or Shrimp)
Crab Cakes$20.00
Chipotle Mayo Sauce
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$20.00
Chilled Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce
Fried Calamari$17.00
Marinara Sauce
Mussels or Clams$18.00
Garlic Sauce or Marinara
Empanada$10.00
Shrimp, Beef, or Chicken
Raw Clams or Oysters
- Half Dozen$12.00
- Dozen$24.00

Soup

Sopa de Marisco$27.00
Fish, Clams, Mussels, Calamari & Shrimp
Sopa de Camarones$25.00
Shrimp Soupy Rice

Salad

Avocado Salad$15.00
Fresh Mozzarella & Tomato$15.00
Olive Oil & Basil
Mixed Greens Salad$12.00
Ensalada de Pulpo$21.00
Octopus Salad
Ensalada de Marisco$25.00
Seafood Salad
Caesar Salad$12.00
Seafood Tower
Oysters, Clams, Jumbo Shrimp & Seafood Salad
- For (2)$45.00
- For (4)$77.00

Mofongo

Mofongo de Camarones$25.00
Mashed Plantain w/ Shrimp
Mofongo de Marisco$27.00
Mashed Plantain w/ Seafood

Pasta

Mariscada Over Linguini$28.00
Clams, Scallops & Shrimps w/ White Wine or Fra Diavolo Sauce
Penne Vodka$25.00
Shrimp or Chicken
Lobster Ravioli$27.00
Fettucine Alfredo$25.00
Shrimp or Chicken
Shrimp Over Linguini$25.00
White Wine or Fra Diavolo Sauce

Combinations

Fried Fish Filet with Shrimp$28.00
Broiled Lobster with Shrimp$48.00
Salmon with Shrimp$40.00
Churrasco with Lobster Tail & Shrimp$42.00
Fried Fish with Calamari$28.00
Broiled Lobster with Scallops$48.00
T-Bone with Lobster Tail & Shrimp$47.00

Chicken

Chicharron de Pollo$19.00
Chicken Chunks on the Bone or Boneless
Roasted Half Chicken$19.00
Pollo Asado
Grilled Chicken Breast$19.00
Pechuga a la Parrilla

Steak

Ribeye Steak$35.00
Churrasco$29.00
Skirt Steak
T-Bone$34.00
Bistec Encebollado$25.00
Steak w/ Onions
Pernil$25.00
Roasted Pork

Seafood

Fried Filet$32.00
City Island Seafood$65.00
Vistamar Mariscada$75.00
Stuffed Maine Lobster
- MP
Snow Crab Legs$40.00
Fried Shrimp$25.00
Salmon$35.00
Grilled, Steamed, Broiled w/ Garlic Sauce
Seafood Paella
- For (1)$35.00
- For (2)$65.00
Branzino$35.00
Broiled or Grilled
Scallops$30.00
Grilled, Broiled w/ Garlic Sauce
Whole Red Snapper$38.00
Fried or Broiled
Snapper Filet$26.00
Broiled
Twin Lobster Tail$48.00
Lobster
2lb
- MP
Seafood Stuffed Filet$38.00
Surf & Turf$40.00
Lobster Tail & Churrasco

Sides

Mofongo
Arroz Amarillo & Habichuelas
Arroz Blanco & Habichuelas
Sautéed Vegetables
Mashed Potatoes
Baked Potato
French Fries
Yuca Fries
Tostones
Maduros

What 297 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York City
Latin American
Bronx
Best Ambiance
Bronx
Great for brunch
Bronx
Kid-friendly
Bronx
Good for groups
Bronx
Healthy
Bronx
Hot spot
Bronx
Great for fine wines
Bronx
Great for outdoor dining
Bronx
Romantic
Bronx
Great for scenic views
Bronx
Good for special occasions
Bronx
Lively
Bronx
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Vistamar Restaurant & Lounge offers a lively atmosphere with "amazing" food and top-tier entertainment. Guests enjoy a vibrant setting ideal for celebrations, though some find the music too loud for conversations. Service is generally attentive, with standout mentions like "superb" staff members. While the wait times can be long, many diners find it "worth the wait." The restaurant's beautiful views and accommodating seating options add to its appeal, though feedback on brunch and hookah presence varies. Overall, Vistamar is perfect for those seeking energetic dining experiences.

298 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I absolutely adore the food at Vistamar. The people there always make it a great time. It's the perfect spot for birthday celebrations.
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Mekkah
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Me and my crew loved it!!!! Definitely good vibes! Good for birthdays and the food was amazing! 10/10
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Damarys
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Omg I can’t begin to describe how much fun I had. I went to celebrate my birthday with my family and it was like a whole party in there. We ate, we drank, and we danced. The performances by the dancers and the music were exhilarating. It was so much fun. I will definitely return. A shout out to Gloria! She made our experience great with her patience and overall service.
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Kerri
New York City
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Did not honor brunch specials; accommodations made only for birthday celebrations.
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Bianca
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Encantada con el lugar, definitivamente volveré !!
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Carlos
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a great experience, good music, food and service 👌.
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Patty
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant was amazing, from the ambiance to the service. I bought my mother and her friends here for her birthday brunch and it was amazing!
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Janet
New York City
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The food quality was poor, salty and price too high. I spent $160 for 2. I really don’t mind paying any amount of money if the food is good. I will not visit this place again.
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Leslie
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love it, definitely I will go back, it is an amazing place
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Jessica
New York City
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing! I had the branzino with cilantro rice, and ordered a side of truffle fries, which were disappointing—they were just regular fries with a bit of truffle sprinkled on top, and they weren’t crispy. Aside from that, everyone at the table enjoyed their food and had no complaints and the drinks were perfect. I had the coconut mojitos, which were delicious. The entertainment was definitely A-plus. Servers were also good always making sure we had water and not just our waiter but every person in the staff. One drawback was that hookah smokers were all around, which wasn’t ideal for a family-friendly Sunday brunch. While I enjoy hookah, I like to keep it separate when I’m with my kids and family. It would be great if there were a designated area for those who want to enjoy it. We’ve been going to Vistamar since it was Don Coqui, and aside from those two minor issues, the atmosphere is fantastic. We would definitely go back!
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FAQs

Vistamar Restaurant & Lounge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (718) 709-0888.

Vistamar Restaurant & Lounge is rated 4.5 stars by 297 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Vistamar Restaurant & Lounge

565 City Island Ave, Bronx, NY 10464-1104

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
City Island
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Latin American, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.vistamarcityisland.com/
Phone number
(718) 709-0888

Vistamar Restaurant & Lounge

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Appetizer

Wings$13.00

Baked Clams$20.00

Grilled Octopus$18.00

Avocado Fish Ceviche$20.00

Picadera de Marisco

Mofonguitos$14.00

Crab Cakes$20.00

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$20.00

Fried Calamari$17.00

Mussels or Clams$18.00

Empanada$10.00

Raw Clams or Oysters

Soup

Sopa de Marisco$27.00

Sopa de Camarones$25.00

Salad

Avocado Salad$15.00

Fresh Mozzarella & Tomato$15.00

Mixed Greens Salad$12.00

Ensalada de Pulpo$21.00

Ensalada de Marisco$25.00

Caesar Salad$12.00

Seafood Tower

Mofongo

Mofongo de Camarones$25.00

Mofongo de Marisco$27.00

Pasta

Mariscada Over Linguini$28.00

Penne Vodka$25.00

Lobster Ravioli$27.00

Fettucine Alfredo$25.00

Shrimp Over Linguini$25.00

Combinations

Fried Fish Filet with Shrimp$28.00

Broiled Lobster with Shrimp$48.00

Salmon with Shrimp$40.00

Churrasco with Lobster Tail & Shrimp$42.00

Fried Fish with Calamari$28.00

Broiled Lobster with Scallops$48.00

T-Bone with Lobster Tail & Shrimp$47.00

Chicken

Chicharron de Pollo$19.00

Roasted Half Chicken$19.00

Grilled Chicken Breast$19.00

Steak

Ribeye Steak$35.00

Churrasco$29.00

T-Bone$34.00

Bistec Encebollado$25.00

Pernil$25.00

Seafood

Fried Filet$32.00

City Island Seafood$65.00

Vistamar Mariscada$75.00

Stuffed Maine Lobster

Snow Crab Legs$40.00

Fried Shrimp$25.00

Salmon$35.00

Seafood Paella

Branzino$35.00

Scallops$30.00

Whole Red Snapper$38.00

Snapper Filet$26.00

Twin Lobster Tail$48.00

Lobster

Seafood Stuffed Filet$38.00

Surf & Turf$40.00

Sides

Mofongo

Arroz Amarillo & Habichuelas

Arroz Blanco & Habichuelas

Sautéed Vegetables

Mashed Potatoes

Baked Potato