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Marina Cafe

154 Mansion Ave., Staten Island, NY, 10308
at Hillside Terr.
718-967-3077

5.5 "Mixed Reviews"
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50% Would you go back?
50% Would you take a date?
0% Would you take kids?
50% Would you go on business?
50% Would you go on a special occasion?
Food: 6.0
Service: 9.5
Décor: 7.0
Value: 5.5
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Totally forgettable except for the bar-back

Visch from 10306 | Posted on 6/4/09

Overall Rating: 2 (Not Recommended)
Would you go back? No
Would you take a date? No
Would you take kids? No
Would you go on business? No
Would you go on a special occasion? No
Food: 3
Service: 10
Décor: 5
Value: 2

I've been to the Marina Cafe several times, not because I like it, but because almost everyone I know is dying to go to it for some reason. The food just not good enough for the price. Your paying for the view. That's it. Also, if you sit inside, there is no view except for maybe if you get really lucky and get placed next to a window. In the summer they have the patio thing, but that's incredibly crowded and the crowd is either obnoxious kids or strangely promiscuous old people. Avoid the chicken mango sandwich thing because it tastes like pure sugar and the lobster ravioli because it is not even remotely fresh and portion is comically small. If your in your early 20's and don't mind paying 9 dollars for a mixed drink or 6 for a beer this is the place for you. (if your looking to pick up 50+ year olds that is) The one positive every time i go is the very funny and entertaining bar-back. He is hilarious and the best at getting ice and drinks ever!

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Great food, great views

mediagirlnyc from 10308 | Posted on 1/14/09

Overall Rating: 9 (Highly Recommended)
Would you go back? Yes
Would you take a date? Yes
Would you take kids? No
Would you go on business? Yes
Would you go on a special occasion? Yes
Food: 9
Service: 9
Décor: 9
Value: 9

This place is a gem. I live nearby, but don't get to go as often as I'd like. I've never been disappointed in anything I've ever ordered, and the entertainment is always top-notch. Try making reservations for dinner during the week - they have a great fixed price menu that is sure to tempt anyone's tastebuds. And in the summer...what a beautiful view!

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3 out of 5 people found this review helpful.

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