Perched under the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, the River Café serves up refined American cuisine amid breathtaking views of Manhattan, perfect for romantic occasions.
"A restaurant with iconic riverside views located at the Dumbo stop, known for its romantic setting and decadent dishes like Dover sole."
"The River Café’s outdoor terrace offers breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline and the Statue of Liberty, with exquisite cuisine and impeccable service." - Ty Gaskins
"A formal restaurant with views of the Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan skyline, offering a prix fixe menu with options like Foie Gras Terrine and Wagyu Steak Tartare." - Alexis Benveniste
"This romantic restaurant under the Brooklyn Bridge has been serving imaginative American food with gorgeous views for 40 years. It’s a setting worthy of celebratory dinners — proposals, anniversaries, and weddings — and the best seats in the house are at the window tables. The restaurant held a Michelin star from 2014, when it reopened after Hurricane Sandy, to 2023." - Eater Staff
"With its stunning location in the shadow of the Brooklyn Bridge, complete with an eye-popping view of the Manhattan skyline, a visit to this landmark calls for dressing up (in fact, jackets are still required for gentlemen). While the atmosphere and service are formal by today’s standards, the professional waitstaff operate with such poise that the experience exudes an old-school charm, rather than feeling starchy. The setting makes this a perpetual favorite for romantic couples, and the ample prix fixe menu offers choices like gnocchi made from Brooklyn ricotta, sauced with beurre noisette and truffles, or wild sea bass with a lobster-studded potato croquette. The chocolate Brooklyn bridge is the iconic house dessert; but the goat cheese cheesecake is equally classic." - Michelin Inspector
