Basilio Inn
Staten Island's oldest restaurant serves classic Italian fare in a historic carriage house with its own bocce courts.
- Tue – Sat, 15:00 – 22:00; Sun, 13:00 – 20:00
- 6 Galesville Court
- 4.6 (542 reviews)
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Basilio GiovanniniOwner
Description
Established in 1921 by Basilio Giovannini, the property evokes a countryside European dining experience. The grounds feature a vegetable garden and grape arbor, while the small, quiet dining room captures the warmth of a Sunday dinner at a grandparents' house. The owner often visits tables to share stories of Italy and recommend dishes. The menu features hand-crafted pastas like gnocchi al forno and linguine bolognese alongside thick-cut fried zucchini, all delivered with attentive, familiar hospitality.