We came to Violettes for my father-in-law’s birthday, and it was amazing from start to finish! We brought our own cake, and they brought it out with a candle, which made the celebration even more special. The food was incredible—fresh and flavorful. The Japanese eggplant flatbread was delicious, the spanakopita fingers were perfectly crispy, and the spicy rigatoni was outstanding. Honestly, everything we ordered was so good I’ve lost track of the full list.
Our server (Matt, I think?) was fantastic—friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home. I can’t recommend Violettes enough for a delicious meal and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thomas McArdle
Great food and good service, elevated Italian.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
L Brancato
We had my daughter’s Communion party here. Everything was amazing! The service, the food, the atmosphere…absolutely amazing!
Update: had dinner at Violette’s tonight. I had to update my review to add that our server Matt was absolutely amazing; such a good vibe and made the dining experience more enjoyable with how personable he was. His demeanor matches the excellence of this restaurant and the food was, as always, perfect.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Connie
We celebrated my son's birthday at Violette's Cellar last night and had a wonderful experience. The ambiance was warm and inviting. We had a toddler and a baby in a high chair with us, and we were made to feel completely comfortable throughout the evening. The waiter and staff were incredibly attentive and accommodating. We ordered a variety of small plates, entrées, and side dishes—everything was excellent. The food was flavorful, beautifully presented, and arrived at the perfect pace. I would definitely recommend Violette's Cellar for a special occasion or a great night out. We'll be back!
irina dimarsky
Love this spot. Sometimes, when crowded, it gets too noisy for a conversation. Otherwise it is great. The best wine!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sorinel
Excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lucia
Best restaurant in Staten island... Beed there about 7 times driving from Manhattan. Love the food and the service
Natasha King
I recently celebrated a Bridal Shower here and the entire experience was amazing. The food and the atmosphere were incredible, but the service was truly exceptional.One host/ server in particular named Franco went above and beyond and I cannot thank him enough. Overall we had an amazing time and cannot wait to return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tradita Gilberti
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ From the moment we walked into Violette’s Cellar, we were completely captivated. The ambiance strikes the perfect balance between elegant and cozy dim lighting, you really feel as if you are in a cellar! As well as rich textures, and a welcoming energy that sets the tone for a memorable night out.
The food was nothing short of phenomenal. Every dish we ordered was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavor. You can truly taste the quality and creativity behind the menu.
But what truly elevated our experience was the service. Our server, Matt, was exceptional attentive without being overbearing, incredibly knowledgeable, and genuinely warm. He made us feel like we were his top priority, and his recommendations were spot on.
Whether you’re celebrating something special or just want an unforgettable meal, Violette’s Cellar is a must-visit. We’ll absolutely be back and we’ll be asking for Matt!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ellen
The service was wonderful. The food was delicious. My husband's skirt steak was cooked perfectly and I really enjoyed the crab and shrimp scampi. The meatballs were some of the best I ever had, they melted in my mouth. Would definitely go back.
Very interesting menu. I had the empanadas and the steak, which was pretty good. My wife and kids had the fish and no one liked it. Overall the place is nice and unique
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Michael
The food was and service was excellent! I have absolutely no issue spending money for this caliber of food. I will definitely be back.
Melissa Mak
Been a while since I’ve been back here and I must say, the food is spectacular, service is immaculate and the drinks were out of this world. Thank you Matt for taking the time to care for us ladies and giving us your best service and attention. Thank you Zack the bartender for the amazing drinks and coming to our table. Experience was flawless here and I can’t wait to come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Asvini Bala
Great food! Good sharing portions for smaller dishes. Drinks were amazing! Waitstaff and manager were responsive and kind. Handled billing issue with professionalism and respect. Thank you for your service and highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kevin
very neat dinning room in basement went for Sunday brunch , food is good portion a little smalls , blood Mary was excellent
We came to Violettes for my father-in-law’s birthday, and it was amazing from start to finish! We brought our own cake, and they brought it out with a candle, which made the celebration even more special. The food was incredible—fresh and flavorful. The Japanese eggplant flatbread was delicious, the spanakopita fingers were perfectly crispy, and the spicy rigatoni was outstanding. Honestly, everything we ordered was so good I’ve lost track of the full list.
Our server (Matt, I think?) was fantastic—friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home. I can’t recommend Violettes enough for a delicious meal and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food and good service, elevated Italian.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had my daughter’s Communion party here. Everything was amazing! The service, the food, the atmosphere…absolutely amazing!
Update: had dinner at Violette’s tonight. I had to update my review to add that our server Matt was absolutely amazing; such a good vibe and made the dining experience more enjoyable with how personable he was. His demeanor matches the excellence of this restaurant and the food was, as always, perfect.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We celebrated my son's birthday at Violette's Cellar last night and had a wonderful experience. The ambiance was warm and inviting. We had a toddler and a baby in a high chair with us, and we were made to feel completely comfortable throughout the evening. The waiter and staff were incredibly attentive and accommodating. We ordered a variety of small plates, entrées, and side dishes—everything was excellent. The food was flavorful, beautifully presented, and arrived at the perfect pace. I would definitely recommend Violette's Cellar for a special occasion or a great night out. We'll be back!
Love this spot. Sometimes, when crowded, it gets too noisy for a conversation. Otherwise it is great. The best wine!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best restaurant in Staten island... Beed there about 7 times driving from Manhattan. Love the food and the service
I recently celebrated a Bridal Shower here and the entire experience was amazing. The food and the atmosphere were incredible, but the service was truly exceptional.One host/ server in particular named Franco went above and beyond and I cannot thank him enough. Overall we had an amazing time and cannot wait to return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
From the moment we walked into Violette’s Cellar, we were completely captivated. The ambiance strikes the perfect balance between elegant and cozy dim lighting, you really feel as if you are in a cellar! As well as rich textures, and a welcoming energy that sets the tone for a memorable night out.
The food was nothing short of phenomenal. Every dish we ordered was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavor. You can truly taste the quality and creativity behind the menu.
But what truly elevated our experience was the service. Our server, Matt, was exceptional attentive without being overbearing, incredibly knowledgeable, and genuinely warm. He made us feel like we were his top priority, and his recommendations were spot on.
Whether you’re celebrating something special or just want an unforgettable meal, Violette’s Cellar is a must-visit. We’ll absolutely be back and we’ll be asking for Matt!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The service was wonderful. The food was delicious. My husband's skirt steak was cooked perfectly and I really enjoyed the crab and shrimp scampi. The meatballs were some of the best I ever had, they melted in my mouth. Would definitely go back.
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Very interesting menu. I had the empanadas and the steak, which was pretty good. My wife and kids had the fish and no one liked it. Overall the place is nice and unique
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
The food was and service was excellent! I have absolutely no issue spending money for this caliber of food. I will definitely be back.
Been a while since I’ve been back here and I must say, the food is spectacular, service is immaculate and the drinks were out of this world. Thank you Matt for taking the time to care for us ladies and giving us your best service and attention. Thank you Zack the bartender for the amazing drinks and coming to our table. Experience was flawless here and I can’t wait to come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food! Good sharing portions for smaller dishes. Drinks were amazing! Waitstaff and manager were responsive and kind. Handled billing issue with professionalism and respect. Thank you for your service and highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
very neat dinning room in basement went for Sunday brunch , food is good portion a little smalls , blood Mary was excellent
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