Great Old Fashion Italian Restaurant You need to understand the concept of this restaurant before you try it. It is more like an Italian Supper... read moreYou need to understand the concept of this restaurant before you try it. It is more like an Italian Supper Club. When my husband and I first walked in and were seated at our table we were a bit surprised at the loud music and the singer walking around. There were many large tables of 8+ people and as the night went on it was apparent that this is the best way to enjoy the restaurant. After reading one review where they were upset for being turned away since they did not have a reservation it’s because everyone stays the whole night. Later in the night the staff brought out utensils and pans from the kitchen and handed them out to everyone. We then proceeded to bang on them to old classic Italian songs. Other patrons later got up to sing and even one of the cooks joined in. We felt like we were in a little village in Italy celebrating with the locals.
Regarding the food, we got the impression that they prefer to make food suggestions and serve it family style but since we didn’t want the same food, we asked if we could order off the menu and they happily obliged. Everything from the drinks, to the appetizers to dinner to dessert was excellent. The seafood was freshly made as was all the other items.
So if want to enjoy this experience, invite all your friends and make a reservation! read less

I went to Villa Paradiso yesterday with my family and it was amazing ! I ordered the pappardelle with mushrooms... read moreI went to Villa Paradiso yesterday with my family and it was amazing ! I ordered the pappardelle with mushrooms and filet mignon and it was absolutely delicious, and the appetizers were amazing !The waiters are very accommodating and it was just an all around pleasant experience ! Will Most def. go back ! read less

Ornately decorated and professionally orchestrated, VP is one of the hidden gems on Staten Island. The food is absolutely amazing... read moreOrnately decorated and professionally orchestrated, VP is one of the hidden gems on Staten Island. The food is absolutely amazing and the service is impeccable.
A previous review noted a high priced appetizer special - if they have specials, ask for the price - they tend to be higher than the regular menu.
I've been here many times and have loved each visit more than the last. The bolognese is unbelievable and well portioned.
Get here - you won't regret it. read less

Wow!Came for a family party on a Friday evening when they have a singer playing piano. The entire restaurant was... read moreWow!Came for a family party on a Friday evening when they have a singer playing piano. The entire restaurant was singing along, waving napkins in the air and dancing!! The staff encourages everyone to join and they even pass around mini maracas and ladles to drum along with the songs. The food is exceptional...huge whole shrimp, fresh branzino, filet mignon, pasta with homemade marinara, risotto misto w vongole, appetizers were unending--riceballs, calamari, pulpo, a misto of many ...Mamma Mia! You will not leave hungry. Save this for your cheat day ;)This isn't just a restaurant, it is an experience. read less

By far the best food and most authentic Italian experience in Staten Island. This restaurant uses some of the... read moreBy far the best food and most authentic Italian experience in Staten Island. This restaurant uses some of the best quality ingredients from Italy. They have chefs from Italy in their kitchen. Their food and customers service is second to none! read less

If I could give 100 stars I would.
This place is excellent. The food is absolutely delicious. The service... read moreIf I could give 100 stars I would.
This place is excellent. The food is absolutely delicious. The service is impeccable.
My family dined there for dinner on 2 separate occasions. We decided to have the bereavement dinner for my mother-in-law there. Ciro helped set up our dinner. Our guests were amazed at everything! read less

Came here on a Friday night and had an amazing time! The food was delicious, great service, and loved the... read moreCame here on a Friday night and had an amazing time! The food was delicious, great service, and loved the entertainment! Had a blast, would definitely come back again. I would recommend trying their steak, grilled octopus, and lobster ravioli! read less

Excellent Italian on SI! Went here for my friend's mom's birthday who was turning 70! Everything from the food, to the fun atmosphere to... read moreWent here for my friend's mom's birthday who was turning 70! Everything from the food, to the fun atmosphere to great friendly hospitality and service was excellent. They feature live music (at leaast on Saturday) and invite anyone to sing and dance. The owner was super friendly! But the food was the best part from pastas to calamari to steak and especially dessert!!! If you like italian food you will love it here and the portions are family size you definitely will not leave hungry!! I cannot wait to go back!! read less

Excellent establishment! I came with my boyfriend on a Saturday and was greeted by Salvatore my maitre d and chef.... read moreExcellent establishment! I came with my boyfriend on a Saturday and was greeted by Salvatore my maitre d and chef. Upon sitting he handed my date and I a champagne glass with strawberry. A nice start to a great dinner. I went on to have the seafood risotto which was divine. Lots of seafood and the risotto was cooked to perfection. My date had the ribeye and that also was perfectly cooked. The Demi glacé served with it was beyond delicious. To cleanse your palette the server sets down a fruit platter with watermelon, fresh cantaloupe and grapes. A great end to an amazing dinner. We also had the white sangria served in HUGE glasses. Overall a great night with great food and I felt like with great friends. 5 star!
And ps! To continue Salvatore the GREAT gave us a huge serving of Godiva chocolate mouse. I will be back again and again!! read less

First time here and will return many more times!!! The food is absolutely authentic Italian and really good entertainment.... read moreFirst time here and will return many more times!!! The food is absolutely authentic Italian and really good entertainment. The service is impeccable and Gino is fantastic!! Everyone must try this restaurant!! read less

Best Italian Restaurant on SI Best Italian food and atmosphere on SI and entire Brooklyn! My mother-in-law, who is Neapolitan and who is a great... read moreBest Italian food and atmosphere on SI and entire Brooklyn! My mother-in-law, who is Neapolitan and who is a great cook herself, picked this place. At the first glance I was not impressed at all - very ordinary looking place in a big shopping plaza... But when they started bringing the food out - it was totally a different kind of experience. The food is super fresh and OUT OF THIS WORLD delicious! They actually have an Italian chef from Italy who cooks family style meals for you. My family is very picky when we eat out. Everything was top notch from the appetizers to sea food to meats. They have a great entertainment as well with live music on Saturday. Perfect place for young and old to celebrate an event, enjoy the food,vino and have fun! Check it out! You'll absolutely love it! read less

We've been here a couple of times and we just love this place. The food, the service, the atmosphere and... read moreWe've been here a couple of times and we just love this place. The food, the service, the atmosphere and the entertainment cannot be matched. We were here last Saturday for a friends birthday and had the fixed menu. The food seems like it never stoped coming. Delish. What a great time. Can't wait to go back. read less

Just left there celebrating my sisters 75th ... 7 people -- The owner or manager not sure... read moreJust left there celebrating my sisters 75th ... 7 people -- The owner or manager not sure who he was could not have been nicer...He sent us free appetizers for the table and they were beyond belief delicious...This place is really a gem ...don't miss out for a real great Italian food awesome service and a cool vibe what I really love about it is you can go there dressed casually... you almost feel like you're eating in Italy with other people as enthusiastic as you ! Every meal was amazing nothing was a disappointment order what you like and I promise you won't be unhappy! read less

A total Italian experience. You feel like you are in Italy.
The food is incredible, and the music and... read moreA total Italian experience. You feel like you are in Italy.
The food is incredible, and the music and singing.
They encourage you to dance.
Just a beautiful, festive atmosphere
And most of all, you are never rushed. read less

I've never written a yelp review before, but me and my family came here on a Tuesday night for my... read moreI've never written a yelp review before, but me and my family came here on a Tuesday night for my moms birthday. She is in a wheelchair and this restaurant is probably one of the only places I have gone where the bathroom is accommodating for her. The staff was amazing, they were so friendly and really made sure we had a special dinner for my mom. The food was beyond delicious, chicken milanese was the best I've ever had. I will 100000% be coming back, especially between Thursday & Saturday when they have their entertainment. read less

This place is awesome! Upon getting to your table you are greeted by a friendly and lovely staff and served... read moreThis place is awesome! Upon getting to your table you are greeted by a friendly and lovely staff and served a glass of champagne while listening to live music performed by every staff person... From old school Italian music to Frank Sinatra, the Jersey Boys to Micheal Bubblé. Each song is better and better. Even the patrons join in! The food is amazing! I never write reviews but it is really impressive! A big thank you to Salvatore and Nicola for a wonderful night! They are fantastic! read less

A friend recommended this restaurant to us because of the food, and they were right. The chef, Sal, takes great... read moreA friend recommended this restaurant to us because of the food, and they were right. The chef, Sal, takes great pride in his dishes and everything was delicious!! I'm looking at the other comments and have to agree about the price of the specials not on the menu. Dinner for two with one sangria each was $200.--!! Four prawns as an appi were $45.- and the single pasta "pocketbook" was $14.-. A little shocking for a restaurant in Staten Island with absolutely no atmosphere or up-scale feel to it. People were there in jeans and t-shits, the lights were all full blast, the walls white and it felt like something just put together. Speaking of that, I would recommend to them to: lower the lights - way too bright for dining, lose the TV's with the wires hanging from the walls, do something about the counters left by Joe's of Ave. U, it's a little cafeteria-ish, and draw the drapes for evening dining (no one wants a view of the parking lot). You also need some advertising, we are always looking for good restaurants on the island and we never heard of this one opening. Please listen to your patrons comments and make the necessary adjustments, this restaurant should boom!! read less

Finally a place that takes me back to Sicily. Friendly atmosphere. The food taste like its homemade. Reasonable prices. The pasta con le sarde is a must have. And... read moreFriendly atmosphere. The food taste like its homemade. Reasonable prices. The pasta con le sarde is a must have. And the Pasta con le melanzane is made like it is from Palermo Sicily. Too bad it’s a bit far from Westchester county NY. Will definitely be back regardless. read less

One of our favorite restaurants! The food is delicious, the atmosphere even better! When the wait staff joins in singing... read moreOne of our favorite restaurants! The food is delicious, the atmosphere even better! When the wait staff joins in singing classic Italian tunes and the diners/crowd get involved it makes for a really nice evening out with the family. read less

Wow!
Came for a family party on a Friday evening when they have a singer playing piano. The entire restaurant was... read moreWow!
Came for a family party on a Friday evening when they have a singer playing piano. The entire restaurant was singing along, waving napkins in the air and dancing!! The staff encourages everyone to join and they even pass around mini maracas and ladles to drum along with the songs. The food is exceptional...huge whole shrimp, fresh branzino, filet mignon, pasta with homemade marinara, risotto misto w vongole, appetizers were unending--riceballs, calamari, pulpo, a misto of many ...Mamma Mia! You will not leave hungry. Save this for your cheat day ;)
This isn't just a restaurant, it is an experience. read less

Fantastic service. The layout of the outdoor patio was beautiful and inviting. Our portions were generous and served on deluxe,... read moreFantastic service. The layout of the outdoor patio was beautiful and inviting. Our portions were generous and served on deluxe, extra large dishes. Our servers could not have been more attentive or personable. Extensive knowledge of the menu and ingredients, accommodating as well. Will definitely be coming back! read less

This place is very traditional Italian. The food is delicious and rich. The portions are large and the selection is... read moreThis place is very traditional Italian. The food is delicious and rich. The portions are large and the selection is expansive with not only traditional favorites but also creative specials. The food is so fresh, you can see the lobster they pick out for you. Their sauce is light and fluffy not jarred bs. They give you olive oil with your bread and make a killer bruschetta. They play live music and the decor is very wedding style. It's very clean and the service is like you're eating at a 5 star restaurant. Can't wait to come back. read less

One of our favorite restaurants! The food is delicious, the atmosphere even better! When the wait staff joins in singing... read moreOne of our favorite restaurants! The food is delicious, the atmosphere even better! When the wait staff joins in singing classic Italian tunes and the diners/crowd get involved it makes for a really nice evening out with the family. read less

A total Italian experience. You feel like you are in Italy. The food is incredible, and the music and... read moreA total Italian experience. You feel like you are in Italy. The food is incredible, and the music and singing. They encourage you to dance. Just a beautiful, festive atmosphere And most of all, you are never rushed. read less

Fun The food is astounding and the atmosphere with the singing and music is so much fun. The price was also... read moreThe food is astounding and the atmosphere with the singing and music is so much fun. The price was also reasonable because of the quality and quantity of food given read less

We celebrated our office annual holiday party at Villa Paradiso this year! What a hit! This is a first time... read moreWe celebrated our office annual holiday party at Villa Paradiso this year! What a hit! This is a first time for me, and most of the staff and we LOVED it! From the food- to the live entertainment they deserve more than 5 stars!
The chef of this restaurant was on chopped ; compliments to the chef everything was delicious!! I got a little VIP Aceess and got to meet him!
The owner of Villa Paradiso was so accommodating when booking the reservation and creating the menu for our evening out! He also is an AMAZING singer!
We had a prefixed menu that was family style appetizers pasta and entree
I loved this risotto it had asparagus and zucchini ! This was by far the best risotto I've ever had! And I truly mean that!
Talk about over fed! The food kept coming and we were so full halfway through!
The live entertainment and the singing was a blast we had so many laughs, so much fun, such a great experience!
100% recommended you will not be disappointed read less

Fun night out! Food was excellent! Music & ambience was fabulous! We were a large group of women we had... read moreFun night out! Food was excellent! Music & ambience was fabulous! We were a large group of women we had a ball dancing around the restaurant with other patrons of restaurant singing , dancing & banging on utensils full blown Italian restaurant. Great food good service can't complain about anything! Bar was great too read less

Sicilian Food at Lunch Went there for lunch, they serve Sicilian food during lunch only(12:00-3:00). I enjoyed the fried calamari, it was made well,... read moreWent there for lunch, they serve Sicilian food during lunch only(12:00-3:00). I enjoyed the fried calamari, it was made well, not rubbery. We had the panelle special(fried chick peas, ricotta, and shredded mozzarella on a roll.
The wait staff was good they checked in with us, wanting to know if all was good.
Parking was good as it is in a mall area.
I ordered Calabrese salad(mixed Salad topped with Prosciutto, Provolone, Salami and Olives) for dinner later, and a Vastedda
(spleen sandwich topped with ricotta and cheese) for a friend.
Will return.
On Friday and Saturday night they have live music. In the evening it's an Italian menu. read less

Fabulous! Drinks are reasonably priced and decent. Pasta in Bolognese , FABULOUS!! Sausage and broccoli raab, FABULOUS! Atmosphere, Service, all... read moreFabulous! Drinks are reasonably priced and decent. Pasta in Bolognese , FABULOUS!! Sausage and broccoli raab, FABULOUS! Atmosphere, Service, all FABULOUS!! No booths, but there is a respectable amount of room between the tables. Sadly, none of the old school standards like Veal Parmigiana etc., though what is offered more than makes up for it. We loved this place, and will definitely be going back. If you don't live on Staten Island, it's worth the trip.Freshness and quality literally screams from the dish. Very nice presentation as well. Again, the old school standards aren't on the menu. We can't wait to try some of their other dishes. This place is a find!! read less

Exceeded expectations The location makes it appear undesirable but this place is the most authentic Italian restaurant I have ever been to.... read moreThe location makes it appear undesirable but this place is the most authentic Italian restaurant I have ever been to. The waiters are friendly and enthusiastic but DO NOT have them "bring over some appetizers as they will not disclose to you that it will cost you $90 when you get the bill. Once you get past that the food is great and the entertainment will have you in a good mood all night. Highly recommended read less