Kristen Rehor

Review of The River Cafe

The service was outstanding, and the views of the ...

The service was outstanding, and the views of the Brooklyn Bridge and city are unbeatable. The foie gras was the best I've ever had. For the main course, I had the Branzino which was delightful in presentation and taste. My friend had the steak (recommended over the sea bass by the server) which - at 16 ozs. - was the largest meal on the menu, but the quality was lacking. Both my friend and I are from the Midwest, so we know our meat, and this cut did not wow us. It was rather tough and chewy. For a 1 star Michelin restaurant, we expected better. Definitely get seafood or fish if you go here. Final note: The Brooklyn Bridge dessert is delicious!