"Visiting this restaurant is an experience, not just a meal. Everything about it our visit here was fabulous. For us it was a splurge while visiting New York, to celebrate our Engagement, and The River Cafe kindly gave us a window table for this special occasion. The skyline looking back across New York from under the Brooklyn Bridge was truly spectacular. New York even decided to have it start snowing while we were there which meant we walked out into a winter wonderland. There was also someone playing the piano which added so beautifully to the ambiance. The food was flawless. Everything we ordered was taste profile balanced and so yummy. There were complimentary little entrees before our chosen entrees arrived. The pace of food coming to the table was not rushed. The service was excellent. The only thing I can think of to enhance the meal/experience would be a palate cleanser. I would highly recommend a visit to the River Cafe."

"Dining at The River Café is truly about the experience. We had the three-course meal, and the overall presentation was elegant. The environment was very cozy and romantic, with beautiful views under the Brooklyn Bridge, and the staff was nice, attentive, and amazing throughout. While the courses were well presented, the desserts felt quite costly and didn’t fully meet expectations for a Michelin-level experience, as the flavors were a bit bland. I’d recommend visiting in the summer if you want to fully enjoy the atmosphere and surroundings. Overall, it’s a memorable place mainly for the setting and service."

"An exceptional dining experience with a stunning waterfront setting. We celebrated our anniversary here and everything felt special — impeccable service, outstanding food, and beautiful attention to detail, including a handwritten message on the dessert.🥹❤️😍 One small note: our reservation required an extra confirmation despite having already confirmed via WhatsApp. A quick call resolved it, and although we were initially seated away from the window, we were promptly moved when a window table became available. Overall, a memorable and elegant experience."

"Are you looking for an elegant location in Brooklyn with a stunning view of Manhattan? This is your choice. The atmosphere is beautiful. The food on the menu is Michelin-star quality dishes. The River Café offers a dine-in experience or a dine-in experience for extravagant weddings. I recently had my sister’s wedding reception here and everything from the ceremony to the cake cutting was handled with care. It was a top-notch experience. The staff were very polite. The prices were high, and the high costs will bring you top-quality service and Michelin-starred dishes. I highly recommend you try this restaurant out."

"The River Cafe is the most magical place in Brooklyn. I had my wedding there recently and cannot recommend it enough. My husband and I were married in the garden, which was so dreamy and felt like a little oasis within the city. The staff at the River Cafe truly provides white glove service from start to finish. The evening went flawlessly, the food was fantastic (some guests said it was the best meal of their life), and the ambiance is to die for. Thank you so much to Alyson, King, and the entire staff at the River Cafe for making my wedding day so special and perfect. If you are on the fence about getting married here, do it!"