Da Damaso

If You find yourself in a charming Great Kills neighborhood of Staten Island, a world away from the city's frenzy, don't shy away from Da Damaso on Amboy Road. Tucked away like a hidden treasure, you spot this gem, a little Italian restaurant that delivers a taste of Salerno. The charming atmosphere and aroma of home cooking with the scent of family welcome greets you at the door, pulling you into a cozy space that feels less like a restaurant and more like a family's gathering. ​The menu is a love letter to the owner's hometown of Salerno, with dishes you won't find at your typical Italian-American joint. Each plate is a masterpiece of authentic, high-quality ingredients. Every dish we have tried so far tasted like it was made with a secret family recipe passed down through generations

Stepping into Da Damaso feels comfortable. The atmosphere feels homey. The staff makes you feel like family and other guest really enjoyed taking about their Italian experiences. The food was delicious, fresh, and flavorful. The portions were perfect . Definitely will be going back

This place is the best! I can’t say enough good things about Da Damaso. Delicious authentic home cooked meals. They treat you like family. I would recommend this place 100%

4 of us decided to try this little spot out for a birthday dinner. Right from the start the host/waiter was very accommodating. Made us feel as if he had just invited us into his home to have family dinner with his family. And what a dinner it was, absolutely delicious appetizers. From a mixed bruschetta plate to 3 large meatballs and more. Each offering was delicious. Our entrees did not disappoint either. From a huge chicken parm plate to the special chicken milanese. We all ate till we could not fit in another bite although we wanted to. Absolutely recommend stopping in for a bite as you will leave full with a smile on your face. (Dont forget to bring your own bottle of wine 😀)

My husband and I first discovered this place when we were driving down Amboy road. We were excited to see a more unique Italian spot open up. The food is nothing short of amazing here. The father & son, who are the owners, are also extremely kind and welcoming, and his father is the chef! The first time we dined, we ordered the chicken parm with pasta and a "special" dish which was gnocchi with pesto and burrata. We also ordered the berry tiramisu, which was so light and fluffy with the perfect amount of moisture and sweetness from the fruit. For our second visit, we decided to order burgers ( the owner told us that making burgers was a tradition for them in their hometown of Salerno, Italy). My husband ordered the double stacked burger with cheddar, roasted potatoes on the bottom of the