The River Café

Classic American · New York · Michelin One Star · Chef Brad Steelman

Holding one Michelin star, The River Café in New York features executive chef Brad Steelman’s refined classic American menu. Situated along the East River in Brooklyn, the waterfront dining room offers expansive views of the Manhattan skyline alongside signatures like the Chocolate Brooklyn Bridge dessert.

1 Water St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, New York

• One Michelin Star

Menu

Dishes

• Chilled Shellfish — Nantucket Bay scallop ceviche with mango and lime, Australian abalone with citrus ponzu, Skookum oysters, cucumber Champagne mignonette. Source: rivercafe.com
• Pork Belly Scallop Duet — Slow-cooked Heritage pork belly, seared Maine sea scallop, pink pineapple, toasted macadamia, smoky pork jus. Source: rivercafe.com
• Foie Gras Terrine — Hudson Valley duck foie gras, warm griddled toast batons, duck prosciutto, shallot jam, spiced maple cider reduction. Source: rivercafe.com
• River Café Oysters — Fresh oysters with warm lemon glaze and Pacific sturgeon caviar.
• Gnocchi with Black Truffles — House-made gnocchi with Australian black truffles shaved tableside.
• Niman Ranch Beef — Niman Ranch strip steak with braised short rib and bone marrow.
• Roasted Duck — Roasted duck breast with seasonal fruit and jus.
• Hazelnut Soufflé — Delicate hazelnut soufflé, house specialty.
• Rabbit — Pancetta wrapped roasted rabbit loin, artichoke and rabbit lasagna, oven dried tomato pesto, rabbit jus. Source: rivercafe.com
• Portuguese Octopus — A la plancha with black garlic, basil emulsion, zucchini, crisp potato. Source: rivercafe.com

Tasting Menu

• Sunday Brunch Prix Fixe (55) — Sunday brunch prix fixe menu with waterfront views.
• Saturday Lunch Prix Fixe (42) — Saturday lunch prix fixe menu with waterfront views.

Cocktails

• Classic Cocktails (25) — Classic and signature cocktails with waterfront views.

The Experience

A formal room on the waterfront and with an urban view. The meal is structured around classic service. A good fit for a romantic evening and celebrations.

• Occasion: Romantic, Celebration
• Atmosphere: Formal
• Format: Classic
• Setting: Waterfront, Urban view

Phone: +1 718-522-5200

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