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06/12/2026
Fueling Great Ideas, One Cup at a Time☕️🧋
From bold Espressos to frothy cappuccinos we've got the perfect coffee for every mood.
Remember you can EAT Good, & DO Good❣️
OPEN for Dine In or TO GO
Monday-Friday 7:30am-3:30pm
Indoor and outdoor seating available. ☀️
Rapid PICK UP available
Call us to place your order ☎️ 347-466-4207.
We have donated more than $3.4MM to the Staten Island community since 2011. By dining with us, YOU help our MISSION. COMMONS café is a social enterprise eatery. Under the leadership of owners Lois & Richard Nicotra, we give 100% of our profits to scholarships and grants for local non-profit groups.
06/10/2026
Crispy, Crunchy, and Completely Irresistible ‼️
Try our Crispy Chicken Club - One bite and you'll understand the hype🥓 🥐 🧀
Remember you can EAT Good, & DO Good❣️
OPEN for Dine In or TO GO
Monday-Friday 7:30am-3:30pm
Indoor and outdoor seating available. ☀️
Rapid PICK UP available
Call us to place your order ☎️ 347-466-4207.
We have donated more than $3.4MM to the Staten Island community since 2011. By dining with us, YOU help our MISSION. COMMONS café is a social enterprise eatery. Under the leadership of owners Lois & Richard Nicotra, we give 100% of our profits to scholarships and grants for local non-profit groups.
05/27/2026
Delicious Turkey 🦃 Bacon 🥓 Egg 🥚 and Cheese
Morning fuel done right 🌞
OPEN for Dine In or TO GO
Monday-Friday 7:30am-3:30pm
Indoor and outdoor seating available. ☀️
Rapid PICK UP available
Call us to place your order ☎️ 347-466-4207.
Remember you can EAT Good, & DO Good❣️
We have donated more than $1.9MM to the Staten Island community since 2011. By dining with us, YOU help our MISSION. COMMONS café is a social enterprise eatery. Under the leadership of owners Lois & Richard Nicotra, we give 100% of our profits to scholarships and grants for local non-profit groups.
05/19/2026
Good days start with great sandwiches 🥖
OPEN for Dine In or TO GO
Monday-Friday 7:30am-3:30pm
Indoor and outdoor seating available. ☀️
Call us to place your order ☎️ 347-466-4207.
Remember you can EAT Good, & DO Good❣️
We have donated more than $1.9MM to the Staten Island community since 2011. By dining with us, YOU help our MISSION. COMMONS café is a social enterprise eatery. Under the leadership of owners Lois & Richard Nicotra, we give 100% of our profits to scholarships and grants for local non-profit groups
04/08/2026
Looking forward to sunny days, fresh flavors, and good vibes! 🌸☀️
We LOVE seeing our Guests enjoy our outdoor seating on mild Spring days.
Remember you can EAT Good, & DO Good❣️
OPEN for Dine In or TO GO
Monday-Friday 7:30am-3:30pm
Indoor and outdoor seating available. ☀️
Rapid PICK UP available
Call us to place your order ☎️ 347-466-4207.
We have donated more than $1.9MM to the Staten Island community since 2011. By dining with us, YOU help our MISSION. COMMONS café is a social enterprise eatery. Under the leadership of owners Lois & Richard Nicotra, we give 100% of our profits to scholarships and grants for local non-profit groups.
04/02/2026
This is un-bread-ably delicious! 🥪
Grab a Delicious Piled High Italian Hero!
Make is a combo with an order of Fries 🍟 and Soda 🥤
Remember you can EAT Good, & DO Good❣️
OPEN for Dine In or TO GO
Monday-Friday 7:30am-3:30pm
Indoor and outdoor seating available. ☀️
Rapid PICK UP available
Call us to place your order ☎️ 347-466-4207.
We have donated more than $1.9MM to the Staten Island community since 2011. By dining with us, YOU help our MISSION. COMMONS café is a social enterprise eatery. Under the leadership of owners Lois & Richard Nicotra, we give 100% of our profits to scholarships and grants for local non-profit groups.
03/20/2026
Fuel your team the tasty way 🥗🥖🍪
Our catering is perfect for meetings, trainings or team celebrations.
Remember you can EAT Good, & DO Good❣️
OPEN for Dine In or TO GO
Monday-Friday 7:30am-3:30pm
Indoor and outdoor seating available. ☀️
Rapid PICK UP available
Call us to place your order ☎️ 347-466-4207.
We have donated more than $1.9MM to the Staten Island community since 2011. By dining with us, YOU help our MISSION. COMMONS café is a social enterprise eatery. Under the leadership of owners Lois & Richard Nicotra, we give 100% of our profits to scholarships and grants for local non-profit groups.
03/18/2026
Lunch Break Upgrade 🍔🔥
Nothing beats a juicy cheeseburger to power through the rest of the day.
Remember you can EAT Good, & DO Good❣️
OPEN for Dine In or TO GO
Monday-Friday 7:30am-3:30pm
Indoor and outdoor seating available. ☀️
Rapid PICK UP available
Call us to place your order ☎️ 347-466-4207.
We have donated more than $1.9MM to the Staten Island community since 2011. By dining with us, YOU help our MISSION. COMMONS café is a social enterprise eatery. Under the leadership of owners Lois & Richard Nicotra, we give 100% of our profits to scholarships and grants for local non-profit groups.
Address
Staten Island, NY
10311
For public transport, take the subway to Union Square station and walk south on 4th Avenue until you reach a cross street with a white church on the corner. Turn left at the church and continue for two blocks until you see a large outdoor seating area with umbrellas.
For driving, take the FDR Drive to East Houston Street and turn onto Bowery Street. Then, turn right onto East 4th Street and continue until you reach the intersection with Second Avenue. Turn right at this intersection and continue for one block until you see a large outdoor seating area with umbrellas.
Parking options include metered street parking along Second Avenue and nearby side streets or utilizing a nearby parking garage, such as Icon Parking or Central Parking Systems.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
8am - 3:30pm |
| Tuesday |
8am - 3:30pm |
| Wednesday |
8am - 3:30pm |
| Thursday |
8am - 3:30pm |
| Friday |
8am - 3:30pm |
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What people say
COMMONS café is a burger restaurant and cafe that stands out from the rest due to its unique mission. Founded by Lois and Richard Nicotra in 2011, this quick-service eatery donates 100% of its profits to local charities and nonprofit groups through the Lois & Richard Nicotra Foundation. With nearly $800,000 gifted to the community so far, patrons can feel good about supporting a business that truly cares about giving back.
But it's not just the philanthropic aspect that makes COMMONS café worth visiting. The menu offers a variety of options for breakfast, burgers, and fresh salads. Whether you're in the mood for a classic bacon cheeseburger or something more adventurous like the "Hangover Burger" with avocado and a fried egg, there's something for everyone. And if you're looking for a healthier option, their salads are made with fresh ingredients and come in generous portions.
Located on the grounds of Corporate Park of Staten Island, COMMONS café is conveniently situated for those who work or live nearby. But even if you're not in the area, it's worth making a trip to support this socially responsible business while enjoying some delicious food. So next time you're craving a burger or salad, consider stopping by COMMONS café - where eating good means doing good!
