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River Cafe

4.4 (2,376) $$$$ $$$$ American, Modern

Description

Summary: A refined riverside dining experience aboard a floating room with a dramatic skyline view.

River Cafe sits beneath a grand bridge, approached by a cobblestone drive that leads to a lush garden entrance. A glass gangplank opens into a flower-filled dining room offering a panoramic skyline view. The setting exudes old‑school charm with formal service and a refined prix-fixe menu. Jackets are required for gentlemen, and the ambiance blends romance with a sense of ceremony as guests linger over the twilight scenery and the timeless river crossing.

Awards

OAD
Ranked # 321 in Top Restaurants of North America 2025
Ranked # 358 in Top Restaurants of North America 2024
Ranked # 457 in Top Restaurants of North America 2023
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AAA
4 Diamonds
Michelin
Recommended 2024
Gayot
2 Toques
2 Toques
Best 10 Restaurants with a View in the U.S.A.
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Location

1 Water St, Brooklyn, NY 11201

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