Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Staten Island

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Updated July 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies 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 (681)

$31 to $50

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.
See you soon!

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LukeVIP

Dined on Jun 28, 2025

This was the best Italian restaurant I’ve been to in my 8 years of living in NYC

Panini Grill

4.9

4.9 (138)

$30 and under

Italian

West Brighton

About the restaurant

Panini Grill was founded by three brothers from Italy, eager to open an Italian family style restaurant in America.

We wanted a traditional family atmosphere, Trattoria or neighborhood place that offers large portions and a variety of homemade, home-style cooking, just like my Mamma used to make. "WERE MORE THAN JUST PANINI'S"

We'd love to welcome your group of 12 or more, please call us for availability.

Come join us at our home! Mangia!!

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Veronica

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

Christina Saez and the staff are purely wonderful! -Vero Saez

Corrado's Cucina

4.9

4.9 (38)

$31 to $50

Italian

Great Kills

About the restaurant

Welcome to Corrado's Cucina, a new Italian restaurant & pizzeria conveniently located at the intersection of Arthur Kill Rd and Richmond Ave. in the Great Kills area of Staten Island. As a family-owned and operated establishment, we take pride in offering a dining experience that captures the essence of home-cooked meals and cherished family gatherings. From mouthwatering Neapolitan-style pizzas with perfectly crispy crusts to savory pasta dishes that melt in your mouth, our menu features items that cater to the young and old alike.

We are a welcoming space where families gather, friends toast, and memories are created. With a dedicated bar area to catch your favorite game and a private event space for special occasions, we're excited to welcome you to our home away from home, where every dish is made with love and every guest is cherished. Buon Appetito!

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JamesVIP

Dined on Jun 18, 2025

We ordered the family style menu and the food was amazing. Pizza, rice balls. Caesar salad, cheese meats and roasted peppers, 2 different pastas, fried calamari, chicken skirt steak with roasted potatoes and string beans. Peach Sangria then dessert tiramisu, almond cake and zeppolis. Also a cappuccino and Brenda our waitress was excellent.

Blue Pearl

4.8

4.8 (123)

$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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Anthony

Dined on Jun 17, 2025

Staff was amazing , food was amazing , price was on par with the experience !! I’ll be returning soon !

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Blue

4.7

4.7 (215)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Randall Manor

About the restaurant

Blue blends the cuisines from the cultures adjacent to the Mediterranean Sea.

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BeverlyVIP

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

A delightful lunch experience all around. The water view of the marine traffic through Kill Van Kull adds a special dimension to the friendly, responsive service at Blue. We had an excellent luncheon experience. I especially enjoyed the zucchini soup that was served along with my stuffed flounder entree. The dessert selection was wonderful. We look forward to a return visit.

Sea Bar - Staten Island

4.7

4.7 (102)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

New Dorp Beach

About the restaurant

There is only one way to eat fish – when its fresh! Our seafood arrives 7 days a week and is carefully selected before hitting our kitchen! Enjoy delicious, handcrafted cocktails and amazing dishes crafted by our world-renowned chef.

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Louis

Dined on Jun 22, 2025

Sea Bar was fantastic. All the food was great. The restaurant itself is set up optimally.

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Experience

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Patrizia's Taverna

4.7

4.7 (21)

$30 and under

Italian

New Dorp

About the restaurant

Authentic family owned & operated Italian restaurant offering homemade pastas, breads, desserts, seafood, meats, and cheeses.
Patrizia's Taverna - Where Guests Become Family!

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AliciaVIP

Dined on Jun 28, 2025

Always greeted by the best hosts. Restaurant is clean and well appointed. Menu selection is like home cooking. Accommodates a wide variety of palates. Always delicious and fresh

Beso

4.6

4.6 (430)

$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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Gregorio Pietro

Dined on Jun 28, 2025

It’s Always a great meal from Chef Julian’s kitchen!

Millie's of Staten Island

4.5

4.5 (30)

$31 to $50

Italian

Charleston

About the restaurant

The team behind Millie’s is passionate about pizza, both the coal-fired and the Neapolitan styles. Thanks to “dueling ovens”, pies from both varieties are offered. Inspired by childhood visits to Totonno’s, the legendary Coney Island pizzeria, the coal oven burns over 650+ degrees and can produce pies in five minutes. The signature Millie’s pie combines sautéed tomatoes with fresh mozzarella and a sprinkling of parmesan. The Neapolitan wood oven, hand-built by Italy’s celebrated Ferrara family, and imported from Naples, cooks pizzas, such as the Margherita, in just 90 seconds thanks to the intense 800+ degree heat.

Evoking memories of bountiful “Sunday Suppers” where families gathered around the table to share recipes passed down from generation to generation, Millie’s Old World Meatballs & Pizza is bringing that same convivial feeling of a close knit Italian family to everyone.

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Humberto

Dined on Jun 25, 2025

Ava our waitress was absolutely amazing. She made sure we were good throughout our whole experience.

Serena Bistro

4.4

4.4 (43)

$30 and under

Sports Bar

Pleasant Plains

About the restaurant

In the vibrant heart of Staten Island, New York, a unique concept has emerged that beautifully combines the thrill of sports with the elegance of fine dining: a sophisticated sports lounge and bar. This establishment has been thoughtfully designed to cater to discerning patrons who appreciate not only the excitement of athletic events but also the finer aspects of gourmet cuisines and upscale ambiance.

With its commitment to quality, community, and the pure joy of sports, this fine dining sports lounge and bar in Staten Island promises an experience that is as thrilling as the games on screen. Whether you are gathering for a major sporting event or seeking a luxurious dining experience, this venue expertly caters to all, making it a must-visit destination in the heart of Staten Island.

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MaryAnn

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

This was our first time at Serena. When we walked in the place was empty. I didn’t think that was a good sign. The place was beautiful so I was confused as to why there was no one there. We ordered a charcuterie board which was beautiful and the meats and cheeses were great. I ordered the Sea bass which is as amazing and my husband ordered a hamburger was over cooked. I had a mojito and my husband had 2 Heineken. When we got the bill the Heinekens were priced to be $9 but on the menu they were priced to be $7. When my husband questioned the waiter he didn’t change the bill.we thought that was terrible. We spent a good amount of money there and I thought they should honor it but they did t so we won’t be going back.

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