LiGreci Tasting Room isn’t just Staten Island’s best-kept secret — it’s the kind of place Staten Island insiders quietly text about, the way that select people once whispered about all the cool hot spots in Tribeca before there were doormen.

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Quietly integrated on a modest Forest Avenue corner, and operating with the confidence of a SoHo speakeasy, Chef LiGreci delivers something very rare in this borough town: polish without pretense, ambition without attitude, and food that speaks fluent luxury while still taking the time to tip a hat to his core clientele.

Chef LiGreci says:

At our After Hours Residency at Northside Coffee, we are dedicated to elevating Staten Island’s culinary landscape by bringing the creative and unique elements of Manhattan’s dining scene right to their doorstep. Our mission is to completely transform your evening, transporting guests into an immersive speakeasy atmosphere reminiscent of the Prohibition era, where the finer things in life take center stage and the outside world fades away. From the moment you’re greeted by the warm glow of the fire with a chilled glass of prosecco in hand, the curated beverages flow endlessly as you’re wined and dined throughout the night. Indulge in delectable bites that span reinvented Italian classics, elegant French flair, refined Japanese cuisine, and more, all while live blues music sets the perfect backdrop for an intimate, unforgettable affair.“

At the helm of the operation is Chef Michael LiGreci — a culinary polymath with the résumé of a globe-trotting aesthete and the basic instincts of a neighborhood kid who knows exactly what is innovative and also what people actually want to eat.

Trained in classical technique and sharpened by years in elite kitchens, Chef Michael blends European discipline with New York swagger, layering precision, restraint, and just enough audacity to keep every plate ‘slightly elevated’ in the best possible way. His menus evolve like a well-edited magazine — seasonal, intentional, never trying too hard — yet always landing a memorable punchline.

Chef LiGreci says:

Aside from our pop-up dining concepts, we offer tailor made dining experiences from small at-home gatherings to larger catering events. But the goal remains the same: bringing guests a contemporary yet nostalgic experience.

We pride ourselves in seed oil-free, seasonal, and local ingredients that are made from scratch. We want our food to not only taste delicious, but nurture as well.”

The room itself hums with a certain private confidence: part tasting lab, part dinner party, part wink to those who appreciate that excellence doesn’t need a big old neon sign. Wines are curated, not collected. Cocktails behave themselves. Conversations linger into the night.

Chef LiGreci says:

Our exclusive After-Hours Residency at Northside Coffee brings locals seeking an underground dining experience in the West Brighton and greater Staten Island community a sophisticated escape filled with contemporary cuisine, wine pairings, and our signature speakeasy ambiance right in the neighborhood. Beyond our residency, we extend our expertise through in-home private dining and full-service catering for New York and New Jersey residents, crafting bespoke tasting menus, elevated cocktail creations, and multi-course dinners tailored for any occasion, ensuring every celebration is memorable, seamless, and indulgent.“

LiGreci Tasting Room isn’t chasing trends — it’s quietly setting the score for a new libretto. This aria is where Staten Island dresses down, leans in a little closer, and reminds the rest of the city that real sophistication doesn’t shout! It whispers.

Chef LiGreci says:

If you’re seeking bold new flavors, intentionality, and old-school charm, the LiGreci Tasting Room is designed just for you. For Staten Islanders who want the Manhattan dining experience without the hassle of crossing the bridge or tunnel, they’re your local escape from the everyday, leaving behind fried calamari, pizza, chicken parm., and blaring DJ sets in favor of something truly refined. And when you desire a more thoughtful, elevated dining experience for any occasion, whether a cozy in-home dinner or a grand private event, you’ll appreciate our meticulous attention to every detail, delivering exceptional food, drink, and music that delight and create lasting memories.“

Simply raise yourself a glass,
get on their list,
shop their gift store,
open another bottle of wine,
“and just let the pairings
and flavors do all the talking.

CONTACT

WHY & WHAT : Tasting Room.
WHO & WHAT : CHEF Michael LiGreci
RESIDENCY : NorthsideCoffeeNYC
WHEN : Shhhhh. It’s a secret.
WEBSITE : LiGreciTastingRoom.co

Email : LiGreciTastingRoom@gmail.com
Instagram : Instagram.com/LiGreciTastingRoom

Compiled by Breuk Iversen of the [ House of 8grape ]
8grape.com + SI-nyc.com + siff.nyc