Vesuvio Restaurant & Pizzeria
Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant$$$$
Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
"Vesuvio is very kid friendly and we always have great service."(14 Tips)
"Oreganata File Sole"(2 Tips)
"The food is always perfect... Especially the Rio Mare."(2 Tips)
"Half Carafe white Zinfandel!"(2 Tips)
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KinoJuly 18, 2016I highly recommend the Mozzarella di Casa (pictured), Rio Mare, Vesuvio Pizza, Oreganata File Sole (breadcrumbs on top), & White Zinfandel rosé. Reservations recommended.
- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 26, 2014When you go to Vesuvios you are guaranteed a delicious meal! It's my family and friends' go-to place when we are in Bay Ridge! We cater from here, and have chosen to have many celebrations at Ves... Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 14, 2014We come here often and both the food and the service are always amazing! The classic cuisine is consistently delicious and we recommend it to everyone. One of our favorite restaurants in Brooklyn... Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 2, 2014Vesuvio has a warm and welcoming environment embracing of couples, families, and even the lone local resident dining solo. The menu has something for everyone and the food is always well-prepare... Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 18, 2014We come here once a week for a quick slice before swim class. Service is always fast and pleasant. Pizza is always yummy. Tonight we came with two kids for my birthday. Our waiter, Tom, was exact... Read more
- Everything in the dining room area has been great. Excellent service staff. Great for lunch or dinner. Has adjoining pizza restaurant as well. Have only had good experiences here.
- Visit LYSPER.comDecember 29, 2013My husband and I love Vesuvio! The service is great, the food is consistent and delicious. My husband would like to see more vegan options on the menu, especially on the appetizers. Alton sets ... Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 17, 2014Another fabulous family dinner! The quality of service and food never disappoints. We came here before kids and loved it as a couple. The restaurant has grown with us and is now a great place to ... Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 19, 2014Excellent food! The waiter was very attentive, and knowledgable when we asked about pairing items on the menu. The atmosphere was comfortable and elegant. We will definitely return. Thank you. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 5, 2014The food was excellent. The service was friendly and inviting. Would recommend this restaurant to all my family and friends. I am considering this place for my son's graduation in June. Thank you... Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 16, 2014Always have a wonderful time here. Food is fantastic. There is not one thing that we would not eat over and over again. Service is always exceptional as well!!! Chocolate cake a must have!!!! Read more
HolidayMay 1, 2016Really good Italian food, large portions and accommodating service. Definitely can see what the high rating is about. Loved the tomato salad, Marsala chicken and Malbec.- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 19, 2014We come here at least once a month and leave with a desire to come back very soon. My son has allergies, and a very accommodating staff takes care of our 'special' orders very seriously and pays ... Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 13, 2014Fredy was the best. I will only sit with. Food was outstanding. As always. The lobster ravioli was the best I had. My servers were very attentive . Will recommend to all. Thanks Read more
- Yesterday bought 2 veal franchise , so good, my absolute favorite! & 2 cheese cakes with raspberry sauce, totally awesome!
- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 27, 2014We love Vesuvio...the food is consistently great and so is the service....we come here every chance we get and since I live in bay Ridge I also order delivery. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 13, 2014I love the pizza and pasta here. It's always delicious I haven't tried the rest of the menu. I especially like the lunch specials. Thank you so much! Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 9, 2014Vesuvio is a great neighborhood pizza spot. Great to stop in for slices as well as to have a more formal meal. Staff is very friendly and welcoming. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 22, 2014The express lunch is great- tasting, generously portioned and priced reasonably enough to eat every day. Vesuvio gladly accommodates special requests and the waiters are professional and friendl... Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 15, 2014Have been eating here since I was in grade school (Can get Social Security Now)Always good and keeps getting better Our server Dean was exceptional and the driving source behind it all is ANTON... Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 14, 2014The food? Spectacular! Mary behind the counter? Priceless! Been coming here all of my life and the food is terrific, only need for improvement would be the slices. But joy to the world the square... Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 1, 2014We come here to celebrate special occasions and today we came to celebrate Chinese New Year. We never had a bad experience and the service and food are always awesome. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 19, 2014The restaurant is very comfortable. Warm and inviting. Everyone is friendly and very attentive. The owner could not be nicer! A place you have to try. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 25, 2014Had the delicious (and gigantic) tomato salad... Very nice. Hubby has the pasta special and loved it. Waiter was great. Nice evening out. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 13, 2014My friends and I came in with all of our kids (10 kids) and they happily accommodated us with no reservations . Great service and great pizza Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 27, 2014Excellent food, good service. Clean. I've been coming here for many years and the quality is consistent. The pizza is good too! Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 2, 2014Food was delicious and service great. Always the same wonderful experience. Food as a little slow in arriving as there was a party going on. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 13, 2014Great place to enjoy a nice dinnerThe waiters are always friendly and very accommodatingFreddy always makes us feel at home, thanks for the great service Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 31, 2014I love Vesuvios. I've been coming here since 1980 and I have never been disappointed. The greatest pizza in Brooklyn! Read more
- The service was very good. Numerous choices.Fresh Halibut! Shrimp Oreganato!
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 5, 2014The service was very good. The clams and entrees were good as well but there should be a option to remove the lobster tail from the zupa plate Read more
- Everything... getting pick up today for lunch....baked clams, chicken Frances, veal franchise, 2 tiramisu!!!!
George AJanuary 19, 2015I love Vesuvio.. I get my Veal Parm here and and love it every time. An excellent family restaurant!!- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 22, 2014We had a very enjoyable meal and our server was attentive and very polite. We are regulars here and are always satisfied. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 17, 2014I have been here before. The service has Ben consistently excellent as has Ben the service. Gerard is beyond excellent! Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 2, 2014I came as part of a party of 12, service was excellent. Food was delicious. We will definitely be back Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 16, 2014I thought the food and the service was excellent. We have eaten here numerous times and will continue to come back. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 19, 2014Our waiter Thomas was super attentive and polite, very charming and not too intrusive, handled our orders in a timely fashion. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 9, 2014Tom is an excellent waiter...very knowledgable and attentive. Food is always excellent, our favorite place to dine. Read more
lotfi BashirAugust 3, 2017The pizza is the best, but do not leave without trying the "Chicken Parmesan Hero" sandwich.- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 26, 2014The service was excellent! The food arrived hot and it was presented well. The food was delicious! Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 26, 2014Love the food and atmosphere! My family and I come here and order take out on the regular Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 10, 2014The chicken franchese was good. I absolutely love the caprino salad. I also love the buon gustiao Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 26, 2014Everything is consistently delicious. We love to come here once a week. Great. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 30, 2014Service was great. Our waiter was very attentive to our needs. Food was ok. Wine, salad and pizza were good. Stuffed baby artichokes were disappointing, especially given that the artichokes were ... Read more
- Baked Clams, Antipasto, veal Frances, tiramisu, cappuccino...excellent service!!!!
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 14, 2014One of my favorite places! Can always rely on Vesuvio's for great food and service. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 11, 2014We Love the food here. The service is great. I have been coming here for years. Read more
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Vesuvio Restaurant and Pizzeria, a family oriented restaurant since 1953 located in the heart of Bay Ridge Brooklyn. Our menu is uniquely presented to allow the diner the choice of a quick, light or a full filling meal...
Open until Midnight (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 11:00 AM–Midnight
(718) 745-0222
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Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert
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