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Welcome to The River Café

Located in Brooklyn, NY, The River Café is a sophisticated venue known for its impeccable service and stunning views. Offering a diverse menu with pescatarian, vegan, and vegetarian options, this upscale restaurant is perfect for special occasions. With a romantic ambiance and elegant decor, it's a favorite spot for anniversaries and celebrations. The three-course fixed meals are a highlight, with dishes like seared foie gras and truffle ravioli receiving rave reviews. The attentive staff and exquisite wine pairings elevate the dining experience, making it a must-visit for those seeking a top-notch culinary adventure.

LOCATIONS
  • The River Café
    1 Water St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, United States
    1 Water St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, United States Hotline: +1 718-522-5200

Welcome to The River Café, a prestigious wine bar and dining establishment located in Brooklyn, NY. This upscale venue offers a unique blend of New American cuisine with a focus on pescatarian, vegan, and vegetarian options, making it a must-visit spot for those with diverse dietary preferences.

For those looking to indulge in a luxurious dining experience, The River Café ticks all the boxes. From its stunning waterfront location overlooking the Brooklyn Bridge to its elegant and classy atmosphere, this restaurant exudes old-time glamour and sophistication. It's the perfect setting for a romantic date night or a special celebration.

With a menu that features three-course price fixe meals that have been described as "to die for" by patrons, The River Café delivers on both quality and taste. Dishes like seared foie gras, truffle ravioli, and Mediterranean Sea bass in a shrimp crust have left customers raving about the incredible flavors and presentation.

Not only does The River Café excel in its culinary offerings, but the impeccable service provided by the staff adds to the overall dining experience. Whether you're celebrating a wedding anniversary or simply looking to enjoy a fine dining experience, guests can expect efficient and attentive service throughout their meal.

While the restaurant may come with a higher price tag, patrons agree that the experience is well worth it. From the delicious food to the spectacular views of the city skyline, dining at The River Café is truly a special occasion. Whether you're looking to indulge in a romantic evening or celebrate a milestone, this iconic establishment is sure to leave a lasting impression.

Make a reservation at The River Café and treat yourself to an unforgettable dining experience that combines exquisite cuisine, impeccable service, and breathtaking views. It's no wonder why this restaurant is a favorite among New Yorkers and visitors alike.

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Sunny L.
Sunny L.

The venue is beautiful & the service is impeccable. The three course price fix meals are to die for. It has been on my list to come here for a while and it was worth it. On a beautiful Sunday evening , the place was full with elegantly dressed diners. Old time glamour. The killer view . It's not an everyday thing as it's quite pricey but it's worth it.

James H.
James H.

Awesome restaurant. We go here every year to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Amazing food, amazing atmosphere. The service is impeccable! We wouldn't think od going anywhere else to celebrate. We drive from South Jersey, and feel it is worth it.

michelle s.
michelle s.

Finally after watching so many movies of this place got to come last night. Hubby had to borrow a jacket since men MUST wear one . Jacket clashed with his Valentino shirt but it was worth it the service is impeccable our service new the menu and what he did not know he would ask the maitre D food was incredible! Wow my tartar was perfect . The amuse bouche was delicious and of course the view !!

Bryan C.
Bryan C.

Came here for an anniversary dinner. Food was delicious and the view was amazing. Service was initially slow but picked up throughout the night. Very quality restaurant and I'm glad I spent time here.

Joe H.
Joe H.

Just first class amazing experience, great and different delicious wine pairings with food. Service was efficient but not overwhelming. What can I say ... go you will not regret it.

Brad B.
Brad B.

One of the most romantic restaurants in New York. Service is impeccable. The views are fantastic and the food is absolutely delicious. My seared foie gras delicious. The truffle ravioli melts in your mouth and my Dover. Sole was tasty. The solemner was very helpful and had a great bottle of Montrachet. It's pricey, but worth every penny for a special occasion..

Sam S.
Sam S.

New York City fine dining does not get any better than river Café, this is my favorite restaurant in New York, reservations are highly recommended, the food is absolutely out of this world. Service is impeccable, and the views are spectacular, definitely recommend dining at River Café for a very, very special occasion

Shanshan J.
Shanshan J.

My second time here solidified the Mediterranean Sea bass in a shrimp crust as my fav dish in the burrow. Rivaled only by the sea bass at cafe Boulud in the UES. The black bass with fish bone reduction was also inspired and this time around the Brooklyn bridge came with passion fruit which was nice. In the appetizers, the tortellini with the morel mushrooms and foam did not disappoint. I live for amuse bouches and this time the assortment of the potato leek purée in a ln egg shell, with the miso shot and tartare were inspired as always. The patio wasn't open so it was my first time in the dining room which manages to be elegant without being stuffy with my fav view of my fav city on full blast. The secret garden esque vibes outside are a totally different feeling and for another day and another review. For now, this stays my fav in good old BK

MengYao L.
MengYao L.

Came for my 5 year anniversary with my boyfriend. We had an awesome time. We used the valet parking and just had to drive up to the front. As soon as we enter the left side is a bar/ lounge where live music is playing. Our view was beautiful and we had a view of the bridge, too bad it was a gloomy/ rainy day. The prefix menu was delicious, it's a 3 course menu and came with 2 extra courses. One for opening and one right before entree. Loved everything and the drinks! As we were leaving we saw a wedding being held and it looked like they were having a great time!

Elizabeth S.
Elizabeth S.

Only adding an update to include photos. We finally returned, years after our last visit, and our dining experience was even better than our last. Do they have a new chef? I thought our previous dinner was outstanding, so to us, they didn't need a new one! Or was it just a particularly good night? Don't know -- but what we do know is, we're glad we returned. The best decision we made was to save room for dessert. Photos attached. Absolutely worth it!