50 Best Italian Restaurants in Staten Island

“Everything was beautiful , service food & decor !“

“Giuliano’s Restaurant is a place where the food is absolutely fantastic. I’ve never ordered something that I didn’t love. The staff are all wonderful. From the first time you walk-in the doors they make you feel like you’re part of their family. I highly highly recommend this restaurant.“

“Excellent food, excellent service and excellent atmosphere. I promise if you try this place, you will be extremely satisfied and for sure you will go back again! This restaurant serves the best Italian food in Staten Island.“

“Great food and service. .we went with a group of 10 people and everyone enjoyed their food .we been back many times and even had them do a party for us :)“

“si pranza divinamente con prodotti di qualità. Il proprietario è molto simpatico. lo consiglio.“

“BUEN LUGAR EXCELENTE COMIDA MAGNIFICAS RECETAS GRACIAS VOLVEREMOS 🇲🇽💚🇮🇹💜🍀🎁“

“food was amazing staff and our waiter was the best great atmosphere definitely will be back that veal chop melted in my mouth 😋“

“Cielo delivers a fantastic dining experience with world class service and delicious food! The staff is warm, attentive, and truly elevates the meal. The food is flavorful and well prepared. The atmosphere could use more personality to match everything else, but overall a wonderful restaurant well worth visiting!“

“Absolutely the best Italian restaurant in NY. I'm extremely picky and very critical. so many places through the years came and went but Ninos was always on point. and the people from bus boys to owner are always perfect. make u feel like u are family“

“First time visiting tonight! The dining experience was great and the food is delicious! The service was very friendly! I'd definitely go again and recommend to anyone in search of a good Italian restaurant! :)“

“Had dinner for a retirement get together. I walked in and they were very busy and packed. I’ve lived on SI for years and this was my first time. Told the gentlemen I was meeting a party, he said go straight to the back. It would I have been a nice touch to be escorted there.
We were 13 and decided to do
appetizers family style. We shared the Mozzarella en Carozza, Eggplant Rollatini, and Fried Calamari. They were good. I personally liked the eggplant the best.
We all ordered our own dinner. I opted for the Red Snapper Livornese. It was really good. I also got a taste of the Veal Sorrento which was a table favorite as well.
It was a good experience. I will go back.“

“I have always loved Bella Mamas,, and now it's has gotten even better, with the grilled pizzas , the new menu, the portion are huge and you are definitely taking left overs. very inviting atmosphere.“

“Just had a magnificent dinner at La Bottiglia! It was our anniversary and we wanted to enjoy a great dinner at a restaurant with great ambience and a quiet and cozy atmosphere. From the delicious hot antipasto to start our meal along with a delicious house wine and amazing cosmopolitan we knew we were in the right place to celebrate a momentous occasion. The hot antipasto was so delicious and plentiful along with warm, fresh bread and focaccia to spread the homemade caponata on. Off to a great start! We were now full! The chicken parmigiana that my husband ordered was great according to him, and he is a harsh food critic! My salmon Dijon with mixed vegetables was so good!! I order it every time I come here as it is so very delicious! The desserts are amazing! The cannolis are so good. Double espressos are so rich and satisfying! To top off the great meal is the hospitality of the entire restaurant staff. They are so professional and efficient with such a warm and welcoming attitude! I can’t say enough good things about La Bottiglia! You have to come and try it for yourself! You will be very pleased, I’m sure!“

“"We planned a girls' dinner at ‘OSfizio and to say it exceeded our expectations is an understatement. The atmosphere and staff were welcoming and inviting, and the food was fresh and absolutely delicious. Gennaro was beyond attentive to our needs, recommending spectacular dishes and ensuring our plates and cocktails were full. We didn't feel rushed out at any point. We felt welcomed life family. If you're looking for great food, a warm atmosphere, and a fabulous staff, OSfizio is the place to visit. You won't be disappointed~ We can’t wait to go back!“

“I recently hosted my mother's 80th Birthday celebration at Casa Verde Restaurant, and I must say, it was a truly exceptional experience. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. The food was absolutely delicious; every dish was fresh, hot, and bursting with flavor. The service was impeccable, with staff treating us like family throughout the day. Drinks and cocktails were plentiful and well-crafted. Casa Verde went above and beyond to ensure that every detail was perfect for the occasion. If you're looking for a venue for your next party, Casa Verde is definitely the place to be. A big thank you to the owners and staff for making my mother's 80th birthday celebration truly unforgettable. Much love“

“Atmosphere is great ! Service is excellent!! Food is delicious!!! It’s an all around great place to eat with friends , family , etc.“

“Apps and entrees are delicious...have eaten here 5 times and had something different each time...was never disappointed. Always have really good specials too...just don't ask for olive oil with your bread...I don't think it was even olive oil...very bad...otherwise is great.“

“The service was Excellent and the food was outstanding highly recommend!!!“

“The food never ever disappoints“

“The food was delicious!!!“

“We had a beautiful ladies luncheon at the restaurant and the food, service & ambiance was above & beyond.... Truly a gem !!!!!!! Thank you“

“Hosted my husbands birthday party in their private party room this weekend and I must say this restaurant was fantastic!!! The service was awesome and the food and drinks were on point! I highly recommend Boccelli!“

“Wow what an AMAZING place. Service and Food were both outstanding. We definitely will return again. Thank you Giacamo for everything.“

“We had our daughter's surprise graduation party at Max's Esca last night. Every single thing was outstanding- from the atmosphere, to the service, the drinks and the food. They created a beautiful, private space in the main dining room for us to decorate. Christina and Chrissy (& the rest of the staff!) took excellent care of everyone, and Nicole's cocktails were spot on. The food was incredible, as usual! Highly recommend!“

“Marvelous delightful way to celebrate Easter Sunday with family and friends.💕“

“Have been here a few times and it’s always been good vibes. The heroes are the best, the pastas are good, I personally don’t order the pizzas as they’re too much for one person unless you haven’t eaten all day. I have not tried the seafood offerings. Coffee is excellent. Almost every week they have a new wine that I like to try.“

“We had a wonderful family dinner at Lava. The food was excellent and the service was outstanding!! We can’t wait to return!“

“Excellent service , cozy atmosphere. Place is second to none !“

“Great food and the nicest staff... Roberto's lasagna was absolutely GREAT and the frutti di mare was out of this world...😀“

“Great food & ambiance We were there for a Christmas party before Covid“

“We can’t recommend Osteria Santina enough! The food is spectacular, one dish better than the other, large portions, and something for everyone on the menu. The drinks are affordable and delicious. The staff are curious, personable, and present, never leaving an empty plate in front of you or a drink empty. Whether it is for a large party or an intimate meal, Osteria Santina is your place! Highly recommend and I can guarantee you won’t be disappointed!“

“The food was absolutely delicious. I definitely will be back.“

“Aunt Butchies has outstanding food and an amazing atmosphere. They never disappoint. The service is always impeccable. Always my place to go for a surperb meal and cocktail.“

“Enjoyed a delicious birthday dinner with a few close friends. Everything from the wine to the apps , dinner and dessert was so very good. The staff did a great job singing “Happy Birthday” adding a special touch for a most enjoyable evening with my dear friends. If you have something special to celebrate , reserve a table and enjoy your evening there. You won’t be disappointed!“

“They got beautiful stuff. I wish I could go in there and buy some, but I can’t because I have food stamps!! And they don’t take food stamps. What a shame but there chicken patties are delicious so when I have money, I’ll go by my chicken patties“

“it's a new local place and both the pizza and wings were delicious. we will be going back.“

“Food was fresh and very good“

“Excellent food and service. A hidden gem.“

“There's is no picture. Why you ask? Because it was the best spaghetti with oil, garlic. Broccoli and eggplant I've ever eaten. I'm not a red sauce food lover but I will travel from Laguardia Airport again to come sit here and drink and eat my non red sauce dinner again . 10 stars from me.“

“Thank you to Rob and staff. Everything was great last night.“

“We had the eggplant and rice balls it was delicious we will be going back great friendly staff I love the frozen cappuccino“

“Yummy yummy. Fresh and hot! Definitely will be back for the pizza“

“We just came for Valentine’s Day the service was amazing! Our waiter and other staff were more than nice and the food came out very quickly and was delicious!! The owner handed me a rose on the way out it was so sweet I would definitely recommend this restaurant!!“

“Loosing cafe Luna on Paige ave was tough. It was family and it was my go to! Always knowing of this, Luna on Hylan Blvd, was told to try it. It's Pretty much the same, try it! Being apprehensive I went and I'm glad I did! I'm establishing another family real fast. The pizza is outstanding. There are different flavors. Don't get me wrong but still Stella food and service. I recommend going there if you're in the same boat as me with losing out on Paige Ave Luna. Alex and his staff are fantastic! Very attentive and it's a family atmosphere. A++++“

“Love this place!! I shop here all the time. Food is fantastic always fresh. The whole family is beyond nice. I buy all of my meat here. I use them for catering. They are the best!!! I always get compliments from guests when we cater our parties from there!“

“sat down and was greeted by a well groomed and knowledgeable server .described every special and we settled on creme butternut squash puree with Granciale and ricotta salada with homemade lumache and we ordered the risotto frutta dimare to die for .this has been my 5th visit and never was i disappointed“

“This restaurant exudes a wonderful, authentic, and charming atmosphere. I’ve visited it numerous times, and each dish I’ve tried has been incredible. The intimate setting ensures that every detail is meticulously attended to. Highly recommended!“

“Best pizza on island“

“Without a doubt, the best restaurant for Italian food, especially their pizza, in Staten Island. Food is always fresh and delicious. The staff is friendly and helpful, always answering questions customers may have, delivery is prompt, and food is delivered nice and hot. I always recommend Pizzaoili to friends and family. In fact, can't wait to enjoy Mothers Day there. Have had many celebrations at Pizzaioli and have never been disappointed.“

“We went for my great niece's birthday. We had a wonderful time. The restaurant had to handle 3 large parties (including ours) and they did a great job. The restaurant was clean. Service was great and food was good. I had no complaints.“