Red Hat on the River

My go to spot for my girlfriend and I to celebrate big events. The food is delicious and a great selection. Some things are a little pricey for the amount you get but you are paying for the terrific Service as well. Drinks are a little expensive... a glass of cabernet is $22, which I thought was a little much. Terrific place especially in the warm weather where you can sit outside and get a beautiful view of the Hudson and the Palisades on the opposite Shore

I visited Red Hat on the River for a daytime meal with a friend, and while the restaurant itself is beautiful and the host stand staff were warm and welcoming (coat check included, which was a nice touch), my overall experience was disappointing. Most of the staff we encountered were friendly, but the service from our assigned server fell far below the standard one would expect from an establishment that presents itself as upscale. While I was asking questions about the menu, it became clear that our server was far more engaged with another newly seated table—guests who appeared to be her regulars. Their interactions were warm, attentive, and enthusiastic, while our table was largely overlooked. Throughout the meal, our server rarely checked on us. We had to flag her down for basic things like water, refills, or assistance. She didn’t return to ask how our food was, didn’t offer dessert, and made no effort to provide the level of service typically associated with fine dining. Other staff members ended up being more attentive to our table than she was. As for the food: unfortunately, it did not redeem the visit. The $42 salmon was a very small portion, dry, and overcooked. The Florentine Eggs Benedict was average at best, and the potatoes were simply large chunks without any memorable flavor or preparation. For pricing at this level, I expected much better quality and execution. I travel often and visit restaurants ranging from small local spots to high-end dining, and I try to be fair in my assessments. While the front-of-house team was lovely and the restaurant’s setting is genuinely beautiful, I would not return based on the service we received or the quality of the food. Perhaps sitting at the bar or having another server might lead to a different experience, but the food itself was underwhelming. I’m sure the restaurant maintains a loyal following, and I can understand how regulars enjoy being warmly recognized and cared for. However, as a first-time patron, my experience did not reflect the level of hospitality or culinary quality I expected.

1st time dining here and the ambiance was excellent. Beautiful views of the city & TZ bridge from the front patio area. The service was very very attentive and on point. The place is very cozy and beautiful. The only negative thing (which is really major) was the value & food. The charcuterie was embarrassing & poorly presented. Most of the food was drenched and I mean drenched in oil like the Exxon-Valdez and don’t tell me it’s “finishing oil”. The kids pasta & steak were great. The $17-$18 salad was dressed perfectly but the price for a simple salad! I guess you gotta pay the rent.

We celebrated one of our dear friend’s final birthdays at the Red Hat and she absolutely loved it. The staff was so kind and accommodating. All members of the party were treated respectfully (unlike our experience across the way at MP Taverna.) The food was absolutely delicious, well plated, and served in a timely and organized manner. It was a little chilly for outdoor seating but we still admired the view of the Hudson River. The fresh tuna appetizer was a fan favorite! We will be back for more celebrations in the future.

Red Hat is always great, inviting and trendy but still comfortable. The food is always fresh and cooked well. Service is great, servers are knowledgeable. The apple tart tatin was delectable!

It’s tradition to come here on my birthday, Red Hat is one of my favorite restaurants. Always stellar service, fresh and prettily plated food, and yummy cocktails. They may not be strong enough for most, ask to make it strong. Loved the scallops here last time, they paired well with the frites (always get the frites!) Lastly, for adult birthdays they serve a sweet melon liqueur that’s good with whatever dessert you choose. I got olive oil cake with toasted almonds. Share with a friend to make it even sweeter!

Beautiful spot! The outside terrace with a Hudson River view at golden hour was absolutely stunning. The food was delicious and the service attentive - a perfect combination for a great evening

The food was very good, views of the Hudson River were awesome and you can see Manhattan in the distance! The wait staff was very friendy. The only downside was the food was expensive, but at least it was really good.

The Red Hat is in an old industrial building with a ton of parking to the side. The views of the Tappan Zee Bridge and the Hudson River are spectacular. I came during the winter and I can only imagine how beautiful it is during the summer. All of the servers were very friendly. The decor was a Parisian/ casual theme. Dressing up is not necessary but I would recommend a wearing collared shirt with nice jeans. I made a reservation for 4PM and was promptly seated. We started off with the oysters, and the caesar salad. The oysters were so fresh and delicious we needed to get another order, probably the freshest seafood I have had in a long time. The caesar salad was generously coated in shaved fresh parmigiano and had two anchovy filets on top. Anchovies take a caesar salad to the next level, and this was the best caesar salad I have had next to X20. For our main course, we had the steak frites and the cod. For the steak frites you have the option of hangar steak or ribeye. You can also choose between 3 different sauces to too your steak. I figured the brandy peppercorn sauce with a hangar steak would fit the French theme of the restaurant. I was not disappointed, the steak was tender and the peppercorn sauce was not overpowering at all. The french fries were crispy and cooked to perfection, I highly recommend getting the parm/herb topping on the frites. The cod was the only dish that was lacking. We had the flourless chocolate cake for dessert and it was rich, light, and delicious. Overall, I am very impressed with the Red Hat. The service was great, the ambiance was unbeatable, and the food was delicious. It is an upscale restaurant so you will pay for it. I definitely recommend this place for a special occasion. My only regret was not subbing the cod for more oysters.

This spot is located right off the water in Irvington. If you elect to sit outside you have a great view but the inside of the restaurant is spacious and well-decorated as well. So far, have only been here for drinks and for brunch. Drinks and food are expensive for what they are but your'e paying for the ambiance as well as the location. My husband and I did the signature mimosa flight last time, which was three mini glasses of differently flavored mimosa (one turmeric, one celery, and one berry I think) and were underwelmed with the taste and the price. Would not get again. For our brunch entrees (the menu was extremely limited with just a few items), we got the croque monsieur and the florentine eggs benny. The former was essentially a grilled ham and cheese sandwich and also underwhelming. The eggs benedict was better with the eggs perfectly poached and the potatoes crispy. Would return for dinner when I feel like being a little fancy or have parents in town but would have middle expectations as to the actual food. Also there is ample parking in the lot next door. 3.5.

It was so lovely to spend an afternoon on their patio enjoying the water. Service was great, everyone very accommodating. We just split apps -- crab cakes and garlic parm fries. I do not think the crab cakes were worth the price but the fries were great. Food aside, I think this place is totally worth it just to be able to sit on the water.

@redhatontheriver 1 Bridge St, Irvington, NY 10533 Meals NONNA'S MEATBALLS - red sauce, fresh ricotta, basil MOULES FRITES - garlic, white wine, butter, thyme, shallots, served with frites RED HAT BURGER - cheddar, pickles, caramelized onions, house sauce, brioche roll, greens or frites PASTA | ORECCHIETTE | SAUSAGE - crushed tomato soffritto, whipped ricotta PORCHETTA SANDWICH - roasted pork seasoned with garlic, rosemary, & olive oil, broccoli rabe, provolone piccante, roasted peppers, garlic aioli, toasted baguette, greens or frites Dessert PROFITEROLES - vanilla ice cream filled cream puff, dark chocolate sauce, brandied cherries, candied almonds SOMETHING CHOCOLATE - flourless chocolate cake, raspberry, whipped cream Red Hat on the River is absolutely beautiful, the views are stunning, the service is amazing! Perfect place for birthdays, small weddings or just a catch up brunch/dinner with friends

Excellent food! The flavors in each meal are subtle but extremely well paired! The only complaint is considering portion sizes and simplicity of certain food items, the dishes are quite overpriced. Service is great and if you're looking for a place to enjoy a meal with chatter in the background, this is the spot!

Sat at the bar! It was small but good ambiance. Those sitting in the restaurant had a nice view of the review. Food was excellent.

Great drinks (bit pricey), solid food, excellent views. Tried the crab cakes, burger, and BBQ Chicken sandwich (Labor Day menu). Really enjoyed the burger--it was perfectly cooked as requested. The crab cakes were also great. BBQ Chicken sandwich was satisfying but fell kind of short. It was fried chicken with some sort of BBQ sauce coating. But the combination didn't work for us because the fried chicken skin got soggy. We'll be back to soak up the views of the river. Thank you Red Hat!

A nice place along the Hudson River. I'm not a huge fan of industrial ambiance, but I liked it here, perhaps because of the view of the river and the attempt to make the interior look like a French bistro. Irvington has a lot of former factories and warehouses along the river that have been converted into restaurants, offices, even the public library, so Red Hat is among those. The smoked salmon sandwich was good, as was the side salad, but $24 was a bit steep for a lunch I could have easily made at home. I thought it would be served a little more elegantly, and perhaps on a multigrain baguette rather than toast. Service was attentive and courteous.

I had dinner there last dinner and, in one word, it was wonderful. The I had the shrimp pasta rigatoni which tasted wonderful but the texture is what was so memorable (there was something slightly crunchy in the sauce that made it so good). The capstone was the dessert, which was some sort of a pumpkin derivative that just popped with flavor. I will return.

Red Hat on the River is without question a very professional restaurant. Just about everything about the experience is first rate. There are greeters, hosts on the patio, the food, the service, the decor, the location- all great. If I were to offer complaints here it would be nitpicking. The Chicken Milanese is excellent, the Branzino was great. Apps and French bread were excellent though the entree sized Caesar salad was really small. The only issue that I have with this restaurant is value proposition. Tuna app (3 small pieces) $27 Entree Caesar $24 Chicken Milanese $38 Branzino $44 I know there are many reasons for restaurant prices to be high- food and labor costs..... I have heard it a thousand times. A meal for 5 people without dessert was almost $500. This relegates Red Hat to special event status which means we will be there once a year or once every two years. If they have enough customers then that is fine- but it is really too bad from my individual perspective.

This is my second time here. Came for dinner with my 80-year old parents. They loved it. Today I came for a birthday brunch and it was wonderful. Started with the spicy melon margarita and strawberry sangria. Both were great. I saw the pear martini and will have to try it next time. We did a combo of "starters" and one entree. Had tuna tartar which was out of this world!!! Will come just for that!! Also had Housemade Rillettes (pâté). Great appetizer and very filling. We also shared The MackEEE sandwich. The smoked salmon (lox) was as good as it gets (and I've sampled a lot of smoked salmon! This was PERFECT!) And then came dessert. The flourless chocolate cake with whipped cream was glorious. BUT, the Key Lime Pie was the real deal! Really. Like REALLY! If you even slightly fancy Key Lime Pie, make sure you save room for this treat. Not to be missed. For last, we had espresso and some Sambuca. A perfect day to start a perfect birthday year! Many thanks to Kim and crew for making our visit exceptional. The service (even though busy) was on point. We plan to become regulars here.

Red Hat has my heart for their food but the cocktails... I don't know if it was an off kind of day for the bartender but we had three different drinks and did not taste the alcohol at all. I would come back just for the view.

The view on the Hudson. It's phenomenal in the warm months to watch the sunset and have a drink. Great bar inside if it's cold out. Service is great. Prices have inched their way up and recently went for lunch and while it was good, just a bit pricey.

You can't beat the views here. We even braved the 90° temps to sit outside and take it all in. The food was all very good. The burger was cooked perfectly. The quinoa burger sort of fell apart but was still tasty. The service left something to be desired.

This was a wonderful treat in every way , planned by my college BFF Andrea As the name implies this is right on the spectacular hudson river . The view from inside and out was amazing and exactly what i was hoping for . The vibe is cool and relaxed , with servers that have perfected their craft ! We had Kaitlyn who was warm , helpful and attentive . We started and ended with drinks . My bloody mary and espresso martini were perfection . Andrea had a perfectly made vodka tonic ( and martini ) We chose 2 appetizers. The oysters were perfectly presented with a balanced Mignonette sauce. The harissa roasted cauliflower was perfection , spicy sweet and textured . The Pain perdu had a touch of sweetness i totally enjoyed . The crab cake sandwhich ....well let's just say " best i ever had ". We finished it off with our espresso martinis and a slice of key lime pie ! i hate to be redundant .... but perhaps the best i ever had . All of this scrumptiousness with a view ! Actually a 6 star meal and experience ! Thank you to my dear friend Andrea

Insane ambiance. The water view is breathtaking. The food and service were equally fantastic. I look forward to another trip out there

How is it I've lived in the area for years and never knew about this place and it's rooftop bar and view? Definitely got a few snapshots and selfies up there. The dinner was just as enjoyable as the rooftop view. Service was very attentive and timely. Ask for a table with a good window view. I had the oysters special. They were perfectly shucked and cleaned. Probably the cleanest oysters I've ever had. They were served with vinegar and onions and lemon. Perfect. For the entree, I had the Branzino filet with spinach and garlic, instead of the broccoli rabe. The fish was crispy on the outside and perfect on the inside. It's a fish, so beware of bones, but for the most part, they did an excellent job deboning it. The bar has a great selection and I went with the Clase Azul. The dessert menu was also impressive and those in my party loved the vanilla ice cream with espresso. The ladies looked like wolves that hadn't eaten in weeks after they took the first spoonful. Overall, this was an outstanding experience and I would definitely go back. Remember to tip well.

My family and I had the most amazing time here for father's day. We arrived before they opened for brunch, anticipating a busy day. Parking is nearby so we took in the Hudson views and walked over to the restaurant, giving our name so that we secured one of the first tables. The sun is unforgiving on a warm day so choose wisely. Our server was very nice and attentive. All of the food was amazing and the desserts were worth the extra indulgence. We took lots of photos with the river backdrop and had a great family brunch-day. I would most definitely come back.

good food. lots of vegetarian and vegan options yelp should let me post short reviews

Bartenders in rooftop lounge charged a random woman's drink to our tab. They had been talking to her. It was not busy. We were 5 feet away and she never looked at us, but greeted another man who came by. There is no reason why they would "confuse" us as friends who should pay her bill. Somehow our card was charged before we settled the bill. ???Disconcerting. I never post negative reviews but being scammed and coming away with a bad feeling is the worst.

I loved Red Hat on the River. The restaurant is beautiful, and it has a relaxing atmosphere. I came to dine here with my mom, my dad, and my grandma. We brought our dog Hugo, and he was given a water bowl. I had two Bloody Marys, the burrata and tomato, the oysters, and the smoked salmon sandwich on gluten-free bread. The smoked salmon sandwich had smoked salmon, egg salad, goat cheese, capers, tomato, and red onion. I ordered this with the side salad. I swear this sandwich is the holy messiah of sandwiches because it was that good. As the main event of the meal, it certainly didn't disappoint.

We had a reservation for dinner on a Friday in March. The atmosphere was nice with white table cloths and a good view of the river. The restaurant was busy. We split a burrata appetizer which was probably the best part of the meal. My partner had a cod piccata special that was fishy smelling but he said tasted fine. I had a pasta special with broccoli rabe and mushrooms that was just okay. Our dessert was a lemon ricotta cake which we enjoyed but wasn't amazing. We had a total of three glasses of wine and two after dinner cordials. I wish I could give 3.5 stars. Our service was decent, with the nicest touch being that they have spare reading glasses for diners who forget theirs (it is quite dim in the restaurant). But the food isn't worth the price - we just didn't feel it was anything special. The alcoholic drinks are really overpriced. Our bill came to just under $200. We had a gift card so we didn't feel the sting of the hefty price tag as much.

The gluten free cubano is eh. I would have given it two stars but our waitress was great-If you want a cool Westchester hang this aint it. But brunch with the fam?... sure- Wont go back- im out

YES! What's not to like? Keep up the great work Red Hat. The ambiance felt like a party you want to be invited to. The food was flawless, and the service sublime. We ordered the ricotta cake for desert and were raving about it the next day. Thank you. See you again soon.

Went here for dinner recently with some colleagues. Had the home made pasta with lamb. Pretty tasty overall. I also had a chocolate custard item for dessert, which was pretty good as well. All in all, a good classy dining experience. I would definitely come back for like a group dinner or date.

Excellent customer service and food. A little on pricey side . Restaurant in clean and has beautiful views.

Terrific food & service. We'd have love to sit outside but due to the awful weather we sat indoors. A peacefully delicious place to enjoy a meal.

One thing I've learned since moving here is that the River town folk like to trash their restaurants. Not physically mind you, there are just very strong opinions thrown around. It's similar to what I'd experienced living on the UWS not too long ago (maybe it's the river)? Reason I bring this up is that Red Hat is one of the places people seem to mention the most. Unfortunately in this case, I have to agree with the critics. First things first: for a restaurant with a casual atmosphere on the water, why the fuck is everything so expensive? You're going to tell me this converted warehouse space costs so much that you have to charge $20 a drink? And $38 for a lobster roll? I call bullshit. You're gouging because you're in Irvington and think you can get away with it. Luckily not every restaurant on the water does this. Went for my wife's birthday. My wife liked her beer (good pick from a small selection) however my drink (hibiscus sour) was a mess. Way too acidic, no booze and small. I should've sent it back. Got Burrata for an appetizer. This could been a little bigger, but it was well done. Rather than throwing burrata on a plate with some arugula like some places, they nicely toasted some bread, paired some marinated tomatoes, and seasoned it well. Got to give credit where credit is due. Unfortunately my lobster roll was one of the lesser examples I've ever had. Way too much celery, way too little lobster, and it was all bland. Isn't the bread wasn't special. It is appalling this was the most expensive lobster roll I've ever paid for at $38. If it was $10 I still would've been disappointed. My wife liked her pasta, however it's hard to screw up vegetarian pasta when you're charging $30 for it. All told this place just kind of sucked. Nice space, servers nice enough, but there's just flat out better nearby. Would do any of the other local places in Irvington (Taverna, Mima's) or go down the road to Half Moon if you need on the water.

Fine dinning, white linen and excellent food. we did an early valentine dinner with another couple and chose from their regular menu instead of the prefix and they did not disappoint. i had the seared black cod which was cooked perfectly flaky and moist! we also had the fall off the bone tender short ribs and the burger. i tasted the burrata dish and it was fresh an perfectly mixed with veggies. great view of the lighted bridge at night

Always loved this place. Mostly for the ambience and the views. Tonight I was verbally abused by a staff member because I did not move out of her way fast enough. The manager was very nice and apologized. I think next time, if there is a next time, I will go to have a cocktail outside for the viewafter having dinner elsewhere.

Got a hot tea (one teabag and a cup of hot water.) It was $8. Food is fine. Used to be my favorite place, menu changed and the best options are gone and prices have sky rocketed.

The food was okay. We ordered steaks with it being medium rare and only one came out to be the right cook as the other was overcooked. The fries are delicious. The drinks could be better and adding more to the menu would have been interesting. The value of the food vs the quality isn't up to par and somewhat a disappointment. We asked on the reservation to hold an outdoor view and they said they will honor it. When we got there, it turned to a first come first serve and would have to wait 45 minutes to be seated. The dessert was really good. The keylime pie was delicious. The service was terrible. Took almost 45 minutes to get our drinks, then to have someone come by to get our food order took another 45 minutes. We ended up spending 4 hours there. 2 hours mainly to get orders done. And then we can see when some individuals/servers from the business are mocking some of the customers. That's as tasteless but I won't let it reflect the rating of this place. Overall this place could do better if the quality of food meets the standard and service gets better

The food was great and the service was impeccable. We went there at night and would love to return to really dine on the river.

Stopped in to Red Hat on the River for some lunch on the way back home from our trip to Tarrytown/Sleepy Hollow because we heard great things about it. It's a nice spot, right on the water, lots of outside seating which is very nice but make sure to have a reservation because the tables fill up quick. The inside is nice as well so we sat in there, by a window to still get a view. We got in just before the lunch rush, so we put in our order for a burger and the Mackeee sandwich. The waiter was also nice enough to give us two small samples of the soup, which we didn't ask for but happily accepted, nice touch. The burger was beefy, and a good cook as well, so that was a plus. The Mackeee was original, but feels like it's missing something to make it a complete sandwich. A nice stop in, and would go again.

Great food, great drinks, and the views are amazing! Perfect summer spot and date night. Inside is super nice so it's good all year round. Also these service was very ver good.

Meh, expected the food to be much more wowing considering the price. Service and ambiance were good.

Feels like it has gone downhill. This place used to feel elevated, but no more. Service provided is more akin to a diner these days ... food is OK ... you are basically paying Manhattan prices, though. Also, front of house can't conceal their delight when they tell you your seating requests can't be accommodated...

Beautiful location, cool building, unique interior. The waiter was very attentive and nice, and all the food was absolutely delicious. We'd absolutely make the drive over from NJ again.

Dinner with friends. The plan was to have a couple of drinks and enjoy the hamburgers, and that's what we had. Well made vodka martinis with blue cheese stuffed olives! Excellent. The burgers (I had the Red Hat Burger) were delicious! Freshly made and perfectly cooked, served with fries. Probably among the best burgers I've had in a while. Red Hat is a beautiful space, the tables are nicely set up so that although the place was busy, it didn't feel crowded. The service was very good, courteous, capable and patient, from the reception to the servers and management. Pricey, but worth it.

Gorgeous restaurant on the Hudson. Exceptional space inside and out. Started with drinks on the roof deck and dinned in the main room. Service, ambiance and food were exceptional. Apps and snacks set the tone for a great meal. Bone in dry aged sirloin frites blew me away. Fun vibe that perfectly melds upscale and casual. A+ all around.

Delicious and well cooked with Beautiful views in a really nice spot On the pricey side.

Beautiful place with good service. Very good food, location and the view is spectacular. Try the rooftop view and bar.

This place has gone downhill. I ate there about a month ago and the only thing that was memorable, besides the view, was lavender lemonade vodka cocktail. I had the bacon egg and cheese sandwich. Don't @ me, ok!? I was expecting something a little elevated and unique. It was disappointing. A friend ordered a mixed salad and it looked like something you put together yourself from the crappy salad bar from a deli in Midtown. Also, the meal was way too pricey for the quality. They are riding on the coattails of their previous success and on the fantastic location. Won't be back any time soon.

We stopped in yesterday evening for dinner and had an incredible dining experience! As soon as you walk in, you'll notice the atmosphere is really special - with unique works of art adorning the brick walls, unbeatable views of the Hudson River and Tappan Zee Bridge, and a warmly welcoming staff. Our table of four ordered a variety of apps, meals, desserts and drinks. Everything was cooked and seasoned to perfection and the service was top notch. The all around vibe was really enjoyable. The owners even stopped by the table to greet us! We all left feeling satisfied and excited for our next visit.

One if our favorite restaurants to dine. We always go new years eve for dinner and when gave a special guests in town, we take them there. Excellent!!!

The food is very good. The view is beautiful in the winter a little bit cold because of the wind from the river but in the summer, it's a great place to hang out.

Lovely, attentive waitstaff. The ambience was perfect. Food was good. It may be on the pricey side but every penny was worth it. Their burgers are amazing. Loved the shishito peppers! Drinks were good. Not sweet and had just enough kick!

Great dinner here with clients so I don't have any photos. The staff is very knowledgeable and attentive. Everything we ate was fresh, and yummy! I got the pasta special.

Beautifully scenic The Red Hat will relax you and make you smile. Sitting on a rooftop lounge with a glass of wine we were disappointed when our table became available. We easily could've enjoyed another 1/2 hour of Memorial Weekend sun and breeze. Outside dining patio type area is nice as well. Service was all smiles. The only issue was the food... We ordered three starters. The Burrata & Tomato was fine - no issue there. However the Crab Cakes (3 & small) left an uncomfortable aftertaste of concern. Thankfully it was just a disappointment. Nonna's Meatballs tasted like they came out of a Chef Boyardee can. What happened here? Shame the food couldn't compete with the wonderful views and atmosphere. Red Hat is good for drinks and bar conversation...