One of my favorite places on Staten Island. Baked goods are incredible. Food is delicious, breakfast, dinner and brunch are all good . Best cappuccino and croissant outside of Italy. Love Bruna And John they are great and so welcoming . I don’t get here often but when my husband get a chance to go it’s a real treat. Expensive, but you are paying for quality and flavor. New location is really nice
Danielle D'Onofrio
Food was good but I can not justify the crazy high prices. Cost about $40 each pasta dish and for those prices I expect to be in a restaurant with a nice atmosphere. The photos online didn’t look anything like the ones on google. Felt like a casual cafe rather than fine dining.
Tish Montez
A hidden gem on Staten Island! Every dish is prepared with the utmost attention to detail and the quality of the ingredients are second to none. The staff is welcoming and wonderful and they truly make dining there such a pleasant experience.
Anna Charney
Dolce fantasia is the BEST restaurant in Staten Island! I leave Manhattan for this place because it is truly an amazing experience. You must come hungry because the lasagna is 20 ounces —and it’s incredible. Bruna, the owner, is from north Italy and is the most lovely woman and cousin Vinny is so hospitable. I can’t say enough good things about DF. Thank you for a great time!
Nicholas Themelis
Stopped on the way through randomly. Small authentic Italian restaurant! The full menu wasn't available but we still stayed. We are GLAD we made that decision. Everything from the coffee to the panini to the dessert was INCREDIBLE. If you find yourself in SI, do not skip this spot!
Reem A.
Brunch was amazing! The owner of this place is also friendly! Had a great time for Father's Day brunch !!
anna cruz
Italy is my favorite place to travel to. I have been there more times than any other country. The authenticity of this place made me feel like I walked into a restaurant in Italy. They even had gelato and a wonderful espresso machine.The pasta was homemade!!! And absolutely delicious. We also had the eggplant Parm appetizer and a salad. They have an amazing wine list for such a modest place. A must try!
Aamir Husain
FOOD [5/5]: Upon sitting down we were told that there would be no dish modifications allowed (aside from certain dietary restrictions) as the chef has prepared everything the "true" North Italian way. At that moment I knew that we were in for a tasty treat. This place takes it's food seriously and is a hidden gem in the area for authentic Italian food. The Gnocchetti and the Rigatone de Bruna were exquisite - a warm hug on a rainy day. The tiramisu was one of the best I've had and the cappuccino was solid.SERVICE [5/5]: Service was outstanding and entertaining. Very friendly!VIBE [4/5]: Very much a cozy hole in the wall. The pictures that show a large open space with black/white floor are for their second location. Dining here feels more like eating at an old mom and pop place.
Jenna B.
Dinner was absolutely amazing! Everything was delicious. Bruna was the sweetest waitress ever. So attentive to our table. Can't wait to go back
John M.
What a Gem of a restaurant. Real Italian food made by genuine Italian hands. Definitely recommend.
Amazing! Don't be fooled by the facade! It looks very unassuming but the food is out of this world!
Wendy B.
Fine dining in a very casual atmosphere . Service top notch and food very gourmet!!! We will be back soon on our next trip up from Texas.
Anderson Construction LLC Joshua Anderson
Absolutely amazing this is the best food in Staten Island. The lobster bisque, I usually skip because for the most part it’s hit or miss but it’s to die for here. And honestly, I didn’t even order it I just tried it from someone s dish in my party here. It’s delicious. For my ordering the handful of times I’ve come here, (and make no mistake this is definitely going to be a regular spot for me pushing out the local take out scene), (wait I have more to add- this is worth getting off my couch and coming here instead of sitting home with take out) I have had the lamb and chicken meatballs, the gnocchi, the lemoncello, and the desserts and everything and I mean EVERYTHING here is either the trip. Get yourself here and I guarantee the experience will not disappoint. The food and the service are 5 star!
Alex B.
Amazing restaurant with awesome dishes and selections!! My new favorite italian restaurant on the Island. Excellent service too.
Patricia Z.
Food is delicious. I have only ordered takeout because Dine In was closed due to covid. I plan on trying the other location as well. Everything I have ordered is fresh and delicious, can't wait to go back.
One of my favorite places on Staten Island. Baked goods are incredible. Food is delicious, breakfast, dinner and brunch are all good . Best cappuccino and croissant outside of Italy. Love Bruna And John they are great and so welcoming . I don’t get here often but when my husband get a chance to go it’s a real treat. Expensive, but you are paying for quality and flavor. New location is really nice
Food was good but I can not justify the crazy high prices. Cost about $40 each pasta dish and for those prices I expect to be in a restaurant with a nice atmosphere. The photos online didn’t look anything like the ones on google. Felt like a casual cafe rather than fine dining.
A hidden gem on Staten Island! Every dish is prepared with the utmost attention to detail and the quality of the ingredients are second to none. The staff is welcoming and wonderful and they truly make dining there such a pleasant experience.
Dolce fantasia is the BEST restaurant in Staten Island! I leave Manhattan for this place because it is truly an amazing experience. You must come hungry because the lasagna is 20 ounces —and it’s incredible. Bruna, the owner, is from north Italy and is the most lovely woman and cousin Vinny is so hospitable. I can’t say enough good things about DF. Thank you for a great time!
Stopped on the way through randomly. Small authentic Italian restaurant! The full menu wasn't available but we still stayed. We are GLAD we made that decision. Everything from the coffee to the panini to the dessert was INCREDIBLE. If you find yourself in SI, do not skip this spot!
Brunch was amazing! The owner of this place is also friendly! Had a great time for Father's Day brunch !!
Italy is my favorite place to travel to. I have been there more times than any other country. The authenticity of this place made me feel like I walked into a restaurant in Italy. They even had gelato and a wonderful espresso machine.The pasta was homemade!!! And absolutely delicious. We also had the eggplant Parm appetizer and a salad. They have an amazing wine list for such a modest place. A must try!
FOOD [5/5]: Upon sitting down we were told that there would be no dish modifications allowed (aside from certain dietary restrictions) as the chef has prepared everything the "true" North Italian way. At that moment I knew that we were in for a tasty treat. This place takes it's food seriously and is a hidden gem in the area for authentic Italian food. The Gnocchetti and the Rigatone de Bruna were exquisite - a warm hug on a rainy day. The tiramisu was one of the best I've had and the cappuccino was solid.SERVICE [5/5]: Service was outstanding and entertaining. Very friendly!VIBE [4/5]: Very much a cozy hole in the wall. The pictures that show a large open space with black/white floor are for their second location. Dining here feels more like eating at an old mom and pop place.
Dinner was absolutely amazing! Everything was delicious. Bruna was the sweetest waitress ever. So attentive to our table. Can't wait to go back
What a Gem of a restaurant. Real Italian food made by genuine Italian hands. Definitely recommend.
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Amazing! Don't be fooled by the facade! It looks very unassuming but the food is out of this world!
Fine dining in a very casual atmosphere . Service top notch and food very gourmet!!! We will be back soon on our next trip up from Texas.
Absolutely amazing this is the best food in Staten Island. The lobster bisque, I usually skip because for the most part it’s hit or miss but it’s to die for here. And honestly, I didn’t even order it I just tried it from someone s dish in my party here. It’s delicious. For my ordering the handful of times I’ve come here, (and make no mistake this is definitely going to be a regular spot for me pushing out the local take out scene), (wait I have more to add- this is worth getting off my couch and coming here instead of sitting home with take out) I have had the lamb and chicken meatballs, the gnocchi, the lemoncello, and the desserts and everything and I mean EVERYTHING here is either the trip. Get yourself here and I guarantee the experience will not disappoint. The food and the service are 5 star!
Amazing restaurant with awesome dishes and selections!! My new favorite italian restaurant on the Island. Excellent service too.
Food is delicious. I have only ordered takeout because Dine In was closed due to covid. I plan on trying the other location as well. Everything I have ordered is fresh and delicious, can't wait to go back.