Guidebook for Staten Island
Arts & Culture
Staten Island Yankees play here. Their games are fun and cheaper than the real Yankees. When the Major Leaguers get sent down for a few weeks, they often play here. 718-720-9265, www.siyanks.com
75 Richmond Terrace
Staten Island Yankees play here. Their games are fun and cheaper than the real Yankees. When the Major Leaguers get sent down for a few weeks, they often play here. 718-720-9265, www.siyanks.com
This hipster-friendly gallery is a paradise for anyone who likes his art off the beaten path. Plus, you can catch lively music and comedy performances from local talent here.
15 Corson Ave
15 Corson AvenueThis hipster-friendly gallery is a paradise for anyone who likes his art off the beaten path. Plus, you can catch lively music and comedy performances from local talent here.
You know the battle of the bands concert in School of Rock? That was shot here. Highly recommend a kitschy show with local acts, such as Staten Island’s Got Talent.
35 Hyatt St
35 Hyatt StreetYou know the battle of the bands concert in School of Rock? That was shot here. Highly recommend a kitschy show with local acts, such as Staten Island’s Got Talent.
Food Scene
What makes this Italian restaurant stand apart? The rotating grandma-chefs are actually from Italy—not Bay Ridge. The result, it's one of the very best Italian restaurants in all of NYC.
27 Hyatt St
27 Hyatt StreetWhat makes this Italian restaurant stand apart? The rotating grandma-chefs are actually from Italy—not Bay Ridge. The result, it's one of the very best Italian restaurants in all of NYC.
Meat and seafood lovers will like the choices at this cozy Spanish restaurant. Order mojitos or sangria, and split tapas. Dim lighting and brick walls make it a good date spot.
11 Schuyler St
11 Schuyler StreetMeat and seafood lovers will like the choices at this cozy Spanish restaurant. Order mojitos or sangria, and split tapas. Dim lighting and brick walls make it a good date spot.
Cater to your ADD with this used-book-and-record store/tea shop/art gallery/performance space/Internet caf. The events are usually free. Great neighborhood coffee house!
208 Bay St
208 Bay StreetCater to your ADD with this used-book-and-record store/tea shop/art gallery/performance space/Internet caf. The events are usually free. Great neighborhood coffee house!
Drinks & Nightlife
Though it’s not much to look at from the outside, the inside of this bar is sparkling—it has Blue Moon, Magic Hat and nine other beers on tap. Yummy American pub meals available, too.
2 Hyatt St
2 Hyatt StreetThough it’s not much to look at from the outside, the inside of this bar is sparkling—it has Blue Moon, Magic Hat and nine other beers on tap. Yummy American pub meals available, too.
Sightseeing
Best way to get to the city, a ferry ride with amazing views. The commute to the city is a tourist attraction.
69 Einheimische empfehlen
St. George Ferry Terminal station
1 Bay StBest way to get to the city, a ferry ride with amazing views. The commute to the city is a tourist attraction.
Chilling, not just because of the profiles of victims on display. The wings of the sculpture frame where the Twin Towers used to stand across the bay.
10 Einheimische empfehlen
The Staten Island September 11th Memorial
Bank StreetChilling, not just because of the profiles of victims on display. The wings of the sculpture frame where the Twin Towers used to stand across the bay.