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The River Café

The River Café The River Café, an American restaurant, has been a beloved Brooklyn landmark since 1977. Despite setbacks during its inception, The River Café is an oasis of culinary excellence and professional service that continues to attract visitors from around the world with its commitment to quality ingredients and new American cuisine.
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05/28/2026

“We’re all about reimagining the great classics with a contemporary edge. Fun, flavorful, and always delicious - that’s The River Café cocktail experience.” 🥂🍾🥃✨

📍 under the Brooklyn Bridge!
718.522.5200
Serving Wednesday- Sunday
Open from 5pm
Jackets are required for gentlemen

The River Café Dany Creative Design

05/21/2026

Velvet Tiramisu.✨
Layers of espresso, soaked Savoiardi cake with clouds of silky mascarpone mousse, finished with a luminous cocoa glaze and served with a gentle scoop of house-made coconut sorbet.

At The River Café, where the NYC skyline has framed unforgettable evenings for nearly five decades, Pastry Chef Karen McGrath’s newest addition to the dessert list is an homage to tradition, elevated with quiet sophistication, perfect for those who appreciate timeless rituals of fine dining along the river.

The River Café
📍One Water Street
Brooklyn, New York 11201
718.522.5200
*Reservations can be made

Twilight at The River Café. ✨The Brooklyn Bridge glowing just outside the window, the Manhattan skyline sparkling across...
05/18/2026

Twilight at The River Café. ✨

The Brooklyn Bridge glowing just outside the window, the Manhattan skyline sparkling across the water & the most wonderful 'Foie Gras Terrine' to start the night.
Pure New York magic. Nights like this never get old.


Reserve now! opentable.com/river-cafe-brooklyn or call us at 718.522.5200
Dany Creative Design
The River Café
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“The closer you get, the more the excitement grows - knowing that excellent food, wine, cocktails, music, & wonderful se...
05/13/2026

“The closer you get, the more the excitement grows - knowing that excellent food, wine, cocktails, music, & wonderful service along with one of the most breathtaking Manhattan skyline views in the city lie just ahead. There is nothing quite like this approach to New York’s timeless waterfront fine dining gem.” 💫✨🍾🥂

To reserve book on opentable.com/river-cafe-brooklyn or call the restaurant at 718.522.5200

📍 1 Water Street Brooklyn, New York

🌸💐 Celebrate Mother’s Day 2026 at The River Café!This year, honor the extraordinary women in your life with a memorable ...
05/01/2026

🌸💐 Celebrate Mother’s Day 2026 at The River Café!
This year, honor the extraordinary women in your life with a memorable afternoon or evening by the water. Join us for Chef Brad Steelman’s special 4-course prix-fixe classic American menu and enjoy a beautiful selection of appetizers, main courses, and desserts — highlighting The River Café favorites alongside wonderful fresh seasonal holiday dishes.
This special Mother’s Day menu is $245 per person and is served with live music and breathtaking views of the New York City skyline and the Brooklyn Bridge from every table.
🕒 Reservations are available from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
718.522.5200

BOOK NOW!
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🍹🌈 Spring gets a whole lot more colorful at The River Café! 🌞Sip into the season with new vibrant cocktails, bursting wi...
05/01/2026

🍹🌈 Spring gets a whole lot more colorful at The River Café! 🌞
Sip into the season with new vibrant cocktails, bursting with fresh fruit, bold flavors, alongside that perfect riverside glow. Whether you're here for dinner, golden hour views or a refreshing cocktail at the bar, you will be more than impressed!
📍 The River Cafe | Brooklyn, NY
⏰ Happy Hour daily 4-7pm P. 718.522.5200 *Jackets for men!
🍓🍹🥭🌴✨

04/26/2026

✨ Golden hour at The River Café ✨
Experience the most iconic Brooklyn Bridge view at The River Café in NYC! Perched on the Brooklyn waterfront, this stunning Manhattan skyline restaurant offers breathtaking East River views as classic tall ships sail by, day & night! It is pure New York magic — the perfect romantic NYC dinner spot with one of the best skyline views in the city.
From golden hour glow to unforgettable NYC waterfront dining, The River Café delivers a front-row seat to the city’s most beautiful postcard moment. ❤️🌉

“Reserve now 👉link in bio”
718.522.5200

04/12/2026

The River Café is one of the most beautiful Michelin restaurants in the world - both timeless & elegant. Our fine dining location on the NY harbor is breathtaking & Chef Brad Steelman’s wonderful classic American menu is totally unforgettable. Live piano softly playing in the background, golden river views stretching out forever, and that iconic Manhattan skyline combine to make every moment extra special. If you’re looking for elegance, ambiance, sensational cuisine, special wines, classic cocktails & seamless service, well this is it. ✨✨✨

💫For dinner reservations or to inquire about a private event, kindly call 718.522.5200.

03/26/2026

At the iconic The River Café in Brooklyn, with its breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline, the “Blandy’s Madeira Dessert Flight” offers a refined finale to an unforgettable meal. This elegant tasting features three exceptional Madeiras from the historic Blandy’s house: the 5 Year Verdelho, with its vibrant topaz hue and complex notes of dried fruits, raisins, marmalade, nuts, and a lively acidity that brings freshness; the richer 10 Year Bual, boasting deep amber tones layered with figs, plums, vanilla, toffee, caramel, and sweet spices, balanced by a silky medium-sweet profile and bright acidity; and the opulent 5 Year Malmsey, the sweetest of the trio, delivering luxurious waves of dried apricots, toffee, honey, roasted nuts, and a creamy, spicy finish. Each glass is thoughtfully paired with the restaurant’s delicate petit sweets—handcrafted confections and miniature desserts that echo the wines’ nutty, fruity, and caramelized depths—creating harmonious bites that highlight the fortified wines’ remarkable balance and enduring finish. Priced as a $24 supplement, this flight transforms dessert into a sophisticated journey through Madeira’s timeless heritage. 🍷



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📍0ne Water Street Brooklyn, NY
📲 718.522.5200

03/21/2026

Experience cocktail artistry at its very finest at
The River Café, in Brooklyn - where every cocktail is crafted like a masterpiece right before your eyes our iconic piano bar 🍸✨

Jackets are required for gentlemen, adding to the timeless elegance, while the panoramic views of the NYC skyline are simply breathtaking and totally unforgettable! 🌉💫

No reservations are needed for the bar - walk-ins are warmly welcome!

We are open Wed–Sun from 5 PM, with live music starting at 7 PM 🎹🥂

Join us for an unforgettable evening!
📍 1 Water St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
(718) 522-5200

When you plan a private event at The River Café, the world is your oyster!*Call 718.522.5200 for more info, menus & site...
03/06/2026

When you plan a private event at The River Café, the world is your oyster!

*Call 718.522.5200 for more info, menus & site visits 🎉

Spotlight on Chef Brad Steelman's Poached Nova Scotia lobster tail, baked lobster Thermidor gratin,Tuscan kale, crisp sa...
01/29/2026

Spotlight on Chef Brad Steelman's
Poached Nova Scotia lobster tail, baked lobster Thermidor gratin,Tuscan kale, crisp salsify, fondant potato & Meyer lemon sauce. ✨

Under the eternal spell of the Brooklyn Bridge, with the Manhattan skyline blazing across the East River The River Café holds its throne as NYC's premier restaurant - a timeless, waterfront legend.

Join us for dinner Wednesdays - Sundays from 5pm, reservations can be made online or by calling 718.522.5200.

Jackets are required for gentlemen at The River Café!

“Thoughtfully planned, beautifully executed, and completely centered on love. 🤍 From start to finish, this River Café we...
01/27/2026

“Thoughtfully planned, beautifully executed, and completely centered on love. 🤍 From start to finish, this River Café wedding was about meaningful moments & real emotion.”
Congratulations Emily & Harry! 🩷🕊️

This New Year’s Eve, celebrate at The River Café — the most romantic waterfront restaurant in New York City, tucked bene...
12/29/2025

This New Year’s Eve, celebrate at The River Café — the most romantic waterfront restaurant in New York City, tucked beneath the Brooklyn Bridge with breathtaking skyline views of Manhattan. Think black-tie glamour, your own table for the evening, live music, dancing, champagne toasts, and elegant caviar service - a true luxury New Year’s Eve dinner in NYC. Candlelit tables glow, the river sparkles, and the city sets the mood for an unforgettable night of celebration, romance, and style. As midnight approaches, enjoy front-row views of the skyline, river traffic, incredible cuisine & a magical party atmosphere that is as classic as New York - fun, chic, sophisticated, intimate & totally unforgettable.

See Link In Bio To Reserve, or call 718.522.5200 ✨🍾🥂

Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable evening of dinner and dancing on the water at The River Café. Imagine toastin...
12/29/2025

Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable evening of dinner and dancing on the water at The River Café.

Imagine toasting 2026 under the glittering lights of the Brooklyn Bridge, with panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline sparkling across the East River. An iconic fine dining Michelin spot for almost 50 years, featuring a very special Michelin menu - ideal for couples seeking the ultimate NYE dinner in NYC. From the intimate waterfront setting to Chef Brad Steelman's classic American menu, it's the perfect blend of luxury and magic, certainly the most romantic restaurants in NYC with a view.

For more information or to join us, copy & paste .................👇

https://www.opentable.com/r/the-river-cafe-brooklyn
or *See Link In Bio 💫

The River Café holidays are designed to feel timeless, yet unmistakably ours. Expect a Thanksgiving experience defined b...
11/21/2025

The River Café holidays are designed to feel timeless, yet unmistakably ours.

Expect a Thanksgiving experience defined by finesse - rich flavors, exquisite detail, and the understated luxury The River Café is known for.

See Bio For More! 🦃

Address

0ne Water Street
Brooklyn, NY
11201

To get to the restaurant on Water Street, you can take the subway and get off at the Clark St station. From there, walk a few blocks south towards the waterfront until you reach the restaurant.

If driving, take one of the bridges (such as Brooklyn Bridge or Manhattan Bridge) that cross over the East River and follow signs for Brooklyn/ Dumbo. Once in the area, street parking may be limited so consider using a paid parking lot.

Alternatively, if coming from Manhattan, you can take a ferry to Brooklyn Bridge Park/Dumbo and then walk to the restaurant.

Opening Hours

Wednesday 5pm - 10:30pm
Thursday 5pm - 10:30pm
Friday 5pm - 10:30pm
Saturday 5pm - 10:30pm
Sunday 5pm - 10:30pm

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+1 718-522-5200

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The River Café is an American restaurant that has been serving some of the world's finest food since 1977. Located in a strategic piece of chaotic waterfront, this restaurant has become an oasis for those who seek perfection in their dining experience. The restaurant only works with the very best ingredients, ensuring that every item on the menu is of the highest quality. The River Café has always strived for excellence, and it shows in every aspect of their service. From professional service to a warm and beautiful atmosphere, this restaurant offers a relaxed yet exciting dining experience. The River Café was one of the East Coast forefronts for the new American cuisine, searching out the finest and purest ingredients available. If you're looking for a place to enjoy some of the world's finest food, then The River Café is definitely worth a visit.

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