Denino's Pizzeria Tavern
Staten Island, NY 10302-1721
Phone: (718) 442-9401
- Price:
- $
- Cross Street:
- Hooker Place
- Specialties:
- Pizza
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 11:30am-11pm , Fri-Sat 11:30am-12am , Sun 12pm-11pm
Editorial Review for Denino's Pizzeria Tavern – by Jean Tang
The Scene
Run by the original founders and their descendants since 1937, this working-class tavern caters to people on and off Staten Island, including Brooklynites and folks from Bayonne, a short bridge ride away. Families abound, often with small children in tow. Decor is strictly utilitarian, and service--most likely by a member of the extended family--is friendly, brisk but unhurried.
The Food
Oh, what a pie! Dissect the 16-inch plain rounds, and every component measures up: the thin yet supportive bread-dough crusts, tangy rich red sauce and cheese so gooey it oozes right off the edges of the pan. If you go for toppings, sausage is a good choice, as are a springtime bounty of fresh, crisp vegetables. Or opt for a white pie: sauceless cheese over a layer of sweet onions, sprinkled with olive oil. The restaurant serves heros and platters as well, but face it: You're here for the pizza.
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Insider Tips
Bar SnacksYou could be in for a wait of up to 1 1/2 hours for a table on Friday nights. Luckily, the bar's stocked with everything you need to chill out: a TV, a cold pitcher (or cocktails, if you so desire), and a full menu.
Party CentralAlthough none of the 150-seat restaurant and bar space is available for rental, the owners will open a private space next door as early as the summer of 2003.
User Reviews for Denino's Pizzeria Tavern
10/03/2008 Posted by NYTMSTR
I dont know what all the rave is about or who is responsable for it but this place aint that good. The crust is raw a disgusting. The sauce is ok the cheese is typical. I ordered the pizza well-done because I noticed the pizza's being brought to other tables were undone and "raw". Well when ours came out it still wasnt cooked right. I wanted to send it back but the waitress said I would still have to pay for this pizza and she just rambled on how the pizza maker wouldnt be able to cook it any more or else he might burn it. This is the one of the worst pizza's on Staten Island.
Pros: NONE
Cons: The food and the service
10/29/2007 Posted by john12370
Pizza is excellent, services is great along with the prices. The little old lady Rose is the sweetest thing ever and has been there for 80 something years, but watch out for the owners wife. She has a really bad attitude. The owner should really tell his wife to stay home. Overall the place is outstanding!
Pros: Great Food Great Services Great Prices
Cons: Parking, owners wife is a real B*tch
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