Bocelli — Restaurant in New York

A Hidden Gem Turned Favorite 5 Stars Two months ago, my husband and I finally decided to try Bocelli Restaurant, a place we’ve passed by countless times. We live just 10 minutes away but always hesitated “It’s in a strip mall,” I’d say. How good could it really be? Well, we were wrong, so glad we gave it a chance. One night with nothing planned, we looked it up and were blown away by the reviews. We decided to go, and from the moment we walked in, we were transported. The atmosphere was beautiful—it felt like a little escape to Italy. The food? Absolutely delicious. Every dish was perfectly executed. We sat at the bar and were thrilled to see Lissy, a bartender we knew from another restaurant. She was as kind and sweet as ever. The hostess, Alexi, was a sweetheart. Even though the place was packed, she stayed calm, professional, and accommodating. They also offer valet parking, and the valet attendant went above and beyond retrieving our car 10 minutes early so we wouldn’t have to wait. Talk about service! And then there’s Stefano, the owner. What a presence, going from table to table, treating guests like friends and family. Our server, Francesco, was outstanding. He was attentive, thoughtful, and made sure everything was on point. We loved it so much, we came back again in May. And guess what? It was even better. Same amazing food, even warmer service. Now, we’re coming back again this Tuesday for the third time in under two months, and we’re already planning a family dinner here in July. Thank you, Stefano, and your wonderful team, for creating such a special experience. We’re thrilled to have found our new go-to spot just 10 minutes from...

March 2023: Wonderful service with friendly staffs.

Food is pretty good though I didn’t had an authentic Italian carbonara it was still better than any other “carbonara” I had on the island.

Baked clams tasted fresh than Campania.

I shouldn’t even compare them to Campania but because we love the baked clams there but Bocelli’s tasted way better.

The first baguette 🥖 came cold but when we asked for second baguette it was warm of course better.

New favorite Italian restaurant.

We’ll be back again very soon perhaps tomorrow.

Update: March 2023

I’ve had the best steak in NYC hands down. Oh and tiramisu with ice cream was phenomenal 😋

Update: April 2023

They didn’t have my favorite tiramisu and ribeye steak :(

We asked for the clam pasta if it’s not going to be spicy prior to ordering and was told it won’t be due to my sister can’t eat spicy but it still came spicy :(.

Otherwise, very pleased by the service with the usual servers that who already...

We recently hosted a private party at Bocelli, and it was nothing short of amazing! From start to finish, the service was outstanding—attentive, friendly, and truly accommodating to all of our needs.

The meal was absolutely delicious. We started with a generous spread of appetizers that set the tone for the night, followed by a perfectly cooked pasta course that everyone raved about. The entrees were equally impressive, with each dish full of authentic Italian flavors. And then came dessert—tiramisu and Italian cookies that were simply perfection! The tiramisu was light and creamy, and the cookies had that perfect homemade touch.

Everything about the evening, from the warm atmosphere to the incredible food and top-notch service, made for an unforgettable experience. If you’re looking for a great spot in Staten Island for a special event or just an excellent Italian meal, look no further than Bocelli....