Seabass Taverna, Staten Island, offers a cozy Mediterranean-inspired greek food dining experience. Specializing in healthy fresh fish and seafood, our menu features mezze, hot appetizer ,steak,chicken ,pasta,homemade dessert all crafted with bold greek flavors.
Vegetarian and vegan options are also available, alongside a full bar with craft cocktails, wines, and mocktails.
Seabass Taverna delivers fresh seafood and Mediterranean flair in a family-friendly, relaxed atmosphere.
anthony crescenzi
Out in plain sight is a hidden gem: Seabass Taverna. There you will feast on a wide variety of Mediterranean fare in a veritable smorgasbord that will leave you sated and satisfied. The abundance of food may well surprise you.
The feast is found in the family style meal, called the endless menu, and it’s a tremendous value, especially these days. Arrive hungry to savor each morsel, and there will be many.
The dishes arrive successively, and both the timing and the chef’s selections are just right. You needn’t do much thinking — let the chef do that for you, though you can ask for substitutes where desired (I am allergic to shrimp and swapped that for more of the hearty Greek salad).
You choose your fish, and I’ve found the branzino perfect every time, hot, seasoned, not too thick.
For dessert, you have your pick. My wife and I have leaned into the cheesecake and strawberry crème brûlée, though we probably should try some of the appealing Mediterranean selections on the menu, too.
The staff is lovely, quite attentive and welcoming, aiming to create a delectable dining experience from the moment you arrive. Their effort is a resounding success.
… moreM K (PosttosP)
Everyone now and then you find a place that goes above and beyond. This is it. I visited Staten Island and stopped by here craving Greek food. They have a small parking lot that fits 4 cars and was a tight squeeze but the waiter literally came outside and helped me park my car. The inside is nice clean and has a great vibe/ambiance. I ordered cold apps. Eggplant salad and wild sea bass marine. Absolutely delicious. The seabass especially. Eggplant salad reminded me of home. Very good with the bread. Then I got the baby lamb chops and a gGenlivet double on the rocks. The pour was generous and the baby lamb chops are worth starting a war for. They may have invaded Troy for Helen but I would have invaded for these lamb chops. Thank you very much for such a pleasant experience while I was in Staten Island. You truly completed my day.
… moreKeith Pang
2026.01 sit in is definitely better, nice staff, appetizer is hot and fresh, fried calamari and oyster Rockefeller. Lemon cod is fresh for sure and delicious . Fried red snapper is a bit dry, hanger steak is a bit salty, seafood has good presentation, above average. Dessert is really good, strawberry Creme brûlée, chocolate soufflés, and halva (to me it is a bit sweet). Overall worth a five now.
2025.12 take out, sampler and a pasta. Pasta lot of seafood, small portions of pasta, sampler has corn veggies, 1 fish fillet, clam, shrimp, etc. we are sure sit in will taste a lot better, price so so
… moreNina M.
Since it opened, we’d been meaning to try Seabass Taverna—and it was a good idea.
The restaurant has a nice, authentic Greek feel. It’s a good spot for a relaxed, family-style meal in a comfortable setting. The staff were attentive and caring, but not pushy—which I appreciate.
We were served small bites of pita with a vegetable spread to start as a complement. For an appetizer, we ordered the fried saganaki. It came out with a small flame presentation. The cheese was crispy on the outside, firm inside (not overly soft like mozzarella), not too salty, and enjoyable with the side sauce.
We shared three main dishes. The Spanish seafood paella was a bit too watery for my taste and lacked flavor. However, the whole fried red snapper was fresh, crispy, and tender, as well as grilled octopus. I would recommend both. Each main dish came with a simple side that complemented the plate without overpowering it.
Overall, it was a good experience. They have a nice selection of drinks and cocktails, and we were served with a complementary small shot of Porto at the end of the meal.
Having traveled in Greece, I can honestly say this dinner brought back memories of eating in local tavernas there. It really felt authentic.
Definitely a great spot for a casual, heartwarming lunch or dinner with friends and family.
… moreBrianna Marfa
We dined at Seabass Taverna for their Thanksgiving pre-fixe menu. We had a large party of 14 people with impeccable service. The waitstaff were accommodating, patient, and efficient with taking all of our orders in a timely manner.
The seafood and steak dishes were cooked to perfection for a reasonable price. I highly recommend trying this restaurant!
… moreMichelle Esposito
Absolutely incredible! The Endless Meal is totally worth it. Every part of the meal was perfection, including the best hummus and halva I have ever had! The steak was so tender and delicious, and everything was fresh and perfectly sized. Best of all was the service and ambience. The server Damla and the rest of the staff including the manager, were so welcoming and treated every guest like family. Such absolutely beautiful souls that made the evening perfect. Definitely will recommend to others and look forward to coming back!
… moreJason Meinero
A memorable and well crafted experience. This is our second time here and all of our dishes were delicious. From the Wild Sea-bass Marine cold appetizer to the lightly Fried Calamari to the clam chowder to the Atlantic Salmon to Strawberry Crème Brûlée and cappuccino. The chef knows the correct balance. The service is attentive, polite , and joyous. Everyone from the server to the bus person to the runners and the chef contributes to this wonderful experience.
… moreLaura Martinez
If I could give more than five stars to this restaurant, I would. From the moment you arrive you notice how clean and tidy everything is, with a nice atmosphere. The food was delicious, the service incredible. Dam, Yetis and all the staff made sure we felt comfortable, they were always very kind and friendly.
My suggestions:
Taverna Hummus
Tzatziki
Shrimp and Sea bass ceviche
Fried calamari
Jumbo grilled shrimp
Branzino fillet
Crème brûlée
… moreJohnny Wong
Seabass Taverna serves some of the freshest and most delicious seafood I’ve had. Everything tasted very clean and flavorful. Their grilled steaks, chicken, and lamb were cooked perfectly—tender, juicy, and not overcooked. The staffs were also very friendly, which made the dining experience even better. I’m very happy with everything and will definitely be coming back!
… moreMichelle Nedashkovskaya
One word: “wow!”. Run, don’t walk, to this culinary gem. I was visiting Staten Island for Thanksgiving and looking for a special, high quality place to take my parents. This place met and exceeded expectations in every way. Wow! We have been around the world – we were so impressed by the quality of the food, service, and atmosphere. Every bite was special, delicious, and fresh. Thanks to the wait staff tonight for contributing to the great atmosphere. Everyone was so kind – 11/10, even from my parents!
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