The best restaurants in Staten Island

Chill choice for Mexican cuisine with a vibrantly decorated space & a petite patio.

949 Columbus Ave (New York)

Nostalgic Italian dishes & cocktails in old-school ambiance, with patio dining & loungey piano bar.

495 Chestnut St (Union)

Brightly decorated with strings of lights, this lively space serves Colombian specialties.

9011 Palisade Ave (North Bergen)

Casual restaurant doling out pies, subs, and Italian fare for dine-in or delivery.

3165 US-9 (Old Bridge)

Casual pizzeria offering Brooklyn-style pies alongside a range of Italian fare and desserts.

57 NJ-34 (South Amboy)

Old-fashioned, family-owned Italian fixture since 1987 with pizza & classic entrees.

1367 Stuyvesant Ave. #5382 (Union)

Chain offering made-to-order teppanyaki-style Japanese dishes cooked on sizzling grills, plus sushi.

197 E 22nd St (Bayonne)

Casual, family-run restaurant serving pizza and Italian dishes, with delivery.

1011 Broadway (Bayonne)

Casual eatery featuring breakfast-to-dinner Colombian fare plus baked goods, shakes & coffee drinks.

354 Fairview Ave (Fairview)

Salad, pastas, baked Parmesan entrees, pizza & hot sandwiches are features at this take-out shop.

532 Broadway (Bayonne)

Fusion restaurant with Asian décor prepping Japanese & Thai plus burritos, bento boxes & sushi.

2889 NJ-35 (Hazlet)

Elevated takes on Mexican street food dished out in a room decked out with splashy auto-shop decor.

2258 Morris Ave (Union)

Casual restaurant with a sizable tequila selection and Mexican fare such as tacos and birria.

313 10th Ave (New York)

Authentic Mexican eatery featuring tacos, burritos and enchiladas.

178 New Brunswick Ave (Perth Amboy)

Casual restaurant serving Italian comfort food such as cold cuts, chicken cutlets, and sandwiches.

Giovanni salumeria, 666 Broadway (Bayonne)

Sophisticated, modern American eatery plating tasting menus and multi-course dishes for intimate gatherings.

2 Spring St (Oyster Bay)

South-of-the-border favorites & a few fried American menu items in a casual, art-lined setting.

7024 Bergenline Ave (North Bergen)

Entertaining hibachi chefs cook Japanese steaks tableside in a kid-friendly space with a sushi bar.

986 US-9 South (Parlin)

Modern, upscale-casual restaurant with a seasonal seafood-focused menu & an upstairs lounge.

114 Walnut St (Montclair)

Cozy pizzeria offering familiar staples such as slices, subs, wings, pies and meatballs.

1061 US-9 (Old Bridge)

Japanese mainstay turning out fresh sushi & other basic fare in a simple setting.

17 E 48th St (New York)

Casual Italian eatery serving pizza, pasta, and other dishes in a Tuscan-inspired setting.

15 Giffords Ln

Bustling eatery serving large, shareable portions of Italian comfort food in a lively setting.

147 W 43rd St (New York)

Restaurant serving Italian fare, including fried calamari, along with sangria.

552 Broadway (Bayonne)

Mexican fare such as fajitas and quesadillas in a relaxed venue serving margaritas.

7721 John F. Kennedy Blvd (North Bergen)

Relaxed, family-owned eatery offering sushi rolls and platters alongside tempura dishes, udon, dumplings, and mochi.

266 Broadway (Bayonne)

Pasta, brick-oven pizza & family-style dinners served in a roomy space with villalike decor.

4255 Amboy Rd

Casual spot serving pizza and other quick bites in a cozy, kid-friendly setting.

553 Grove St (Irvington)

Trendy Japanese eatery serving elevated omakase dinners in a speakeasy-style setting with cocktails.

232 7th Ave (New York)

Casual, cozy eatery offering sushi, bento boxes, udon and dumplings, plus cocktails and beer.

980 6th Ave (New York)

Casual, halal spot serving breakfast, American, and Mexican eats in a cozy setting.

495 Orange St (Newark)

Stylish restaurant with an industrial vibe specializing in Japanese seafood rolls.

15 W 28th St (New York)

Deli offering sandwiches, bagels, and a hot bar, plus catering, and a juice bar.

270 Jerusalem Ave (Hempstead)

Adventurous pizzas, classic pastas & other locally-sourced Italian fare served in offbeat environs.

521 Raritan St (Sayreville)

Mellow local eatery doling out classic Italian specialties, pizzas & drinks in a comfortable space.

1044 Avenue C (Bayonne)

Casual restaurant offering Mexican fare, including pupusas, plus cocktails and beer.

400 Fulton Ave # C (Hempstead)

Informal place for sushi and Japanese fare such as chicken teriyaki, with many under-$10 entrees.

1030 Stuyvesant Ave. (Union)

Stylish, bright eatery featuring market-driven Italian cuisine, regional wines & apéritifs.

1133 Broadway (New York)

Casual eatery serving familiar Mexican staples such as tacos and burritos in a relaxed atmosphere with friendly service.

129 Main St (Matawan)

Casual restaurant offering Colombian dishes such as arepas and empanadas, as well as burgers and cakes.

6215 Bergenline Ave (West New York)

Simple restaurant & bakery with colorful decor, dishing up typical Colombian dishes all day.

1988 Morris Ave (Union)

Casual pizzeria offering pies, pasta, and comfort food such as buffalo chicken.

649 Broadway (Bayonne)

Sushi menu with vegetarian options in an informal setting where takeout is available.

110 S Broadway (South Amboy)

Casual eatery serving Japanese fare such as ramen, sushi, and donburi, plus bubble tea.

402 Chestnut St (Union)

Stylish, bright eatery featuring market-driven Italian cuisine, regional wines & apéritifs.

359 Columbus Ave (New York)

Pizzeria with a casual vibe also serving pasta and other Italian classics.

819 Broadway (Bayonne)

Specialty sushi & Japanese entrees, plus beer & cocktails, served in a modern, lounge-like space.

20 Jefferson Blvd

NYC-style thin-crust pizzas & Italian take-out classics such as subs served in a no-frills space.

1280 Springfield Ave (Irvington)

Classic Mexican cooking is presented with modern twists at this trendy eatery and bar.

5 Pearl St (Metuchen)

Relaxed restaurant fixing up tacos and other familiar specialties for lunch and dinner.

6609 Park Ave (West New York)

Modern pizza shop and coffee bar serving comfort food, including vegetarian options, for lunch and dinner.

276 Old River Rd (Edgewater)

Deli featuring a buffet and selling pizza, beer, sandwiches, and breakfast items.

115 Main St (Hempstead)

Relaxed restaurant serving a variety of Mexican comfort food, including popular birria tacos.

887 Broadway (Bayonne)

Pizza (including a famous grandma pie) and Italian subs.

1382 Morris Ave #5 (Union)

Established Madison Square Garden-area staple serving pizzas whole and by the slice.

413 8th Ave (New York)

Brick-oven pizza, panini & pasta are served in this casual Italian spot.

7831 Bergenline Ave (North Bergen)

Pizzeria and eatery with a takeout option serving thin-crust pizza and wings.

32 Bloomfield Ave (Bloomfield)

Established in 1983, this intimate restaurant serves generous portions of Italian cooking.

885 Annadale Rd

Casual pizzeria dishing up slices and pies, plus sandwiches and wings.

721 Avenue A (Bayonne)

Sprawling, multiroom Italian seafood spot decorated to look like its namesake Florence bridge.

3863 County Rd 516 (Old Bridge)

No-nonsense institution featuring traditional pizza, pasta, hot wings & sandwiches at the counter.

480 Broadway (Bayonne)

Laid-back restaurant doling out Mexican eats such as quesadillas, as well as pasta and pizza dishes.

462 Central Ave (East Orange)

Pizzeria serving slices and pies, plus a selection of pasta, salads, and other standards.

888 6th Ave (New York)

Relaxed eatery for pizzas, pasta dishes and seafood options, plus friendly service.

740 Irvington Ave (Maplewood)

Strip-mall eatery for Mexican dishes such as tacos, enchiladas, fajitas and steak-filled burritos.

1070 NJ-34 Ste J (Matawan)

Counter-serve joint doling out classic & specialty pies along with pasta dishes & other casual eats.

1 Anderson Ave (Fairview)

Family-owned restaurant serving hickory-smoked ribs, chicken wings, and other barbecue dishes in a casual setting.

523 John F. Kennedy Blvd (Bayonne)

Lively bistro/bar scene doling out Nuevo Latino fare & sangria in a music-filled setting.

8809 River Rd (North Bergen)

Restaurant dishing up seafood dishes such as poke bowls and fried options like tempura and sushi.

324 Broadway (Bayonne)

Tacos, pupusas, and other Mexican dishes share the menu at this casual place with live music and karaoke nights.

114 N Franklin St (Hempstead)

Established spot for basic brick-oven pizzas, with a few unique varieties like Clam Pie Oreganata.

4029 Hylan Blvd

Informal spot offering a variety of sushi rolls (salmon, shrimp tempura, vegetable), as well as combos.

42 W 38th St Ste 6 (New York)

Late-night joint serving Mexican comfort food such as tacos al pastor and quesadillas in an informal setting.

176 Bloomfield Ave (Bloomfield)

Small taco joint featuring LA-style tacos, quesadillas, burritos and agua fresca.

139 W 28th St (New York)

Steak tacos, quesadillas, tamales, and other Mexican staples served in casual surrounds.

7212 Bergenline Ave (North Bergen)

Casual spot offering Mexican staples such as tacos, fajitas, and margaritas.

1637 Vauxhall Rd (Union)

Cozy, casual restaurant serving Mexican staples, including popular birria and tacos.

7410 Broadway (North Bergen)

South-of-the-border spot with outside seats offering basic fare & a renowned margarita happy hour.

608 9th Ave (New York)

Neapolitan-style pies with classic & gourmet toppings offered in a chic space with exposed brick.

8921 Old River Rd (North Bergen)

Convenience store chain providing drinks, snacks & fast food (most sell gas & have ATM machines).

7000 JFK Blvd E # M-22 (Guttenberg)

Family-owned Italian joint serving pizzas and other comfort fare in a casual setting.

8620 John F. Kennedy Blvd (North Bergen)

Casual eatery featuring Mexican dishes, cocktails, and live music, plus late-night hours.

46 Fulton Ave Ste 6 (Hempstead)

Long-standing traditional Italian joint serving old-school fare in a checkered-tablecloth setting.

24 69th St (Guttenberg)

Buzzing eatery & lounge offering Japanese dishes with a French twist, plus cocktails & beer.

311 W 43rd St (New York)

Family-owned spot for pizzas, Italian dishes and pasta alongside soup.

7523 Bergenline Ave (North Bergen)

A menu of customizable Mexican food served in a modern restaurant, plus takeout & catering.

905 Bayonne Crossing Way (Bayonne)

Casual spot serving burgers, pizza and sandwiches, as well as fried chicken and other eats.

520 Central Ave (East Orange)

Established eatery that's been serving classic pizzas and comforting Italian eats since the 1970s.

8404 John F. Kennedy Blvd (North Bergen)

Sushi & tableside hibachi fare offered in a modern space with splashy Asian decor & low lighting.

125 Lefante Way (Bayonne)

Halal-certified restaurant popular for its fried chicken and pizzas alongside cheeseburgers, gyros, and subs.

1038 S Orange Ave (Newark)

Compact diner serving up basic Mexican dishes along with burgers & breakfast fare.

665 10th Ave (New York)

Tacos, carne asada, and other classic Mexican fare offered in a casual restaurant.

1201 Springfield Ave (Irvington)

Lively restaurant with colorful decor, offering typical Mexican dishes, cocktails, and brunch.

134 W 46th St (New York)

Potent drinks & a crowded warm-weather patio are the main draws at this longtime Mexican eatery.

61 7th Ave S (New York)

Basic joint featuring specialty pizzas & slices, plus Italian entrees, burgers & hot sandwiches.

876 Broadway (Bayonne)

Chill Mexican venue offering classic fare, craft cocktails & happy-hour specials in comfy digs.

741 9th Ave (New York)

Family-run eatery serving a wide range of pizza styles, pasta dishes and garlic knots.

2909 Washington Rd (Parlin)

Italian restaurant featuring pizzas and chicken dishes such as marsala, Parmigiana and Thai-style options.

1424 Morris Ave (Union)

Relaxed venue with seasonal cocktails, Italian craft beers & classic Neapolitan pizza.

309 W 50th St (New York)

Informal restaurant serving traditional Italian recipes & hosting private parties.

2333 Morris Ave C1 (Union)

Casual restaurant serving pizza, pasta, and other Italian fare for dine-in or takeout.

153 Bergen Blvd (Fairview)

Intimate eatery serving brick oven pizzas and homemade Italian pastas such as gnocchi and linguini.

132 W Houston St (New York)

Relaxed pizzeria turning out thin-crust pies with classic and creative toppings, plus slices.

120 N Broadway (South Amboy)

Family-friendly chain offering creative takes on Asian fare in a striking space.

10 Port Imperial Blvd (West New York)

This lively pizzeria features signature pies, housemade pastas & outdoor seating.

740 Washington St (Hoboken)

Fresh, Japanese eatery with a sushi bar & separate area for hibachi shows, plus outdoor seating.

526 Washington St (Hoboken)

Casual pizzeria slinging slices and pies for dine-in, delivery and takeout.

2601 Bergenline Ave (Union City)

Mexican plates including tableside guacamole are served in a colorful space with views of NYC.

974 JFK Blvd E East (Weehawken Township)

Unassuming Japanese eatery with nautical decor serving creative sushi, noodle soups & donburi.

520 Washington St (Hoboken)

Casual, inviting eatery offering traditional and innovative brick-oven pizzas, including vegan options.

1122 Washington St (Hoboken)

Functional counter serve featuring classic pizza options, calzones, pastas & Italian entrees.

2920 Bergenline Ave (Union City)

Specialty pies, cocktails & beers draw crowds to this festive joint with TVs & exposed–brick walls.

116 14th St (Hoboken)

Relaxed casual restaurant offering familiar Italian mains such as pizza, pasta and parmigiana.

3668 John F. Kennedy Blvd (Jersey City)

Casual restaurant serving up New York-style pizzas, plus Italian entrees, and desserts.

5404 Park Ave (West New York)

Mainstay from 1939 serving Italian classics & cocktails in an old-school setting with Sinatra tunes.

200 Grand St (Hoboken)

Storefront delivery or dine-in place for thin-crust & Sicilian-style pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches.

1814 New York Ave (Union City)

Family-friendly pizza restaurant offering quick bites, comfort food, and small plates.

2508 Palisade Ave (Weehawken Township)

Casual eatery serving authentic Mexican staples, including tacos and burritos, in a laid-back atmosphere with friendly service.

731 32nd St (Union City)

Cozy Italian spot (BYOB) featuring wood-fired pizza and classic dishes.

4525 Broadway (Union City)

Seated sushi eatery featuring a '90s hip-hop soundtrack, plus sake and cocktails.

225 River St (Hoboken)