Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Style at The River Café!

Brooklyn, NY – As the clock ticks down to midnight, there’s no better place to ring in the New Year than at The River Café, New York City’s most exquisite fine dining restaurant. Nestled under the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, our enchanting venue offers a breathtaking view of the Manhattan skyline—a picture-perfect backdrop for an unforgettable evening.

Join us on December 31st for an intimate New Year’s Eve celebration filled with glamour, elegance, and a touch of sass. Indulge your senses with a curated five-course dinner that showcases classic cuisine, expertly crafted by our renowned chefs. Each dish is a culinary masterpiece, designed to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your dining experience to new heights.

Raise your glass to new beginnings as you savor our selection of fine Champagne and caviar, setting the tone for a night of indulgence. The River Café is not just a restaurant; it’s a destination where culinary excellence meets the magic of New York City. Dance the night away to the lively tunes of our live band, creating the perfect ambiance for celebration and connection.

As a famous eatery in Brooklyn, The River Café has long been a favorite among locals and visitors alike. With its warm, inviting atmosphere and impeccable service, we promise a night that is both sweet and sophisticated. Whether you’re celebrating with family, friends, or that special someone, our New Year’s Eve event is the ultimate way to welcome 2025 in style.

Don’t miss out on this exclusive experience! Reserve your table now for an evening of elegance, excitement, and exquisite dining. Let’s toast to the past and embrace the future together at The River Café—where every moment is a celebration.

This will be a night you will remember forever!

Cheers to 2026.

Champagne and Caviar Service

Golden Osetra Caviar,
classic garniture,
tiny corn blinis, toast points
Ayala – Majuer – ‘Brut’ – NV

White Truffle Raviolo

soft egg yolk, Brooklyn ricotta, Honeynut squash purée,
fresh white truffles from Piedmont, Italy shaved tableside

Appetizer

choice of

Wagyu Steak Tartare
hand cut Kobe style beef with quail egg,
Cognac gelée, traditional garnish, toast points

Wild Shrimp
Pacific blue shrimp, Alaskan King Crab,
leek fondue, whipped corn hominy, smoked shrimp jus

Nantucket Bay Scallops
seared bay scallops, celeriac purée,
Roxbury Russet heirloom apple and finger lime vinaigrette

Hot Foie Gras
sauteéd duck foie gras, poached quince, pistachio pain perdu,
quince and Sauternes gastrique, onion confit

Foie Gras Terrine
Hudson Valley duck foie gras, warm griddled toast batons,
duck prosciutto, shallot jam, apple purée, spiced maple cider reduction

Pear Salad
D’Anjou pear carpaccio, white balsamic vinaigrette,
baby gem lettuce, red endive, golden croutons, warm goat cheese fondue

River Café Oysters
warm lemon glazed Beau Soleil oysters, caramelized sweet onion,
Speck ham, Pacific sturgeon caviar

Octopus
Portuguese octopus a la plancha, black garlic,
basil emulsion, zucchini, crisp potato

Main Course

choice of

Lamb
pan roasted Colorado rack of lamb, merguez sausage, “stuffed” baby eggplant,
English pea purée, natural lamb reduction

Beef
Char grilled Niman Ranch strip steak,
red wine braised prime beef short rib and marrow, smoked shallot Béarnaise

Lobster
poached Nova Scotia lobster tail, baked lobster Thermidor gratin,
Tuscan kale, crisp salsify, fondant potato, Meyer lemon sauce

Filet Mignon Wellington
individually prepared with Hudson Valley foie gras,
mushroom duxelles, crisp pastry crust, Pinot Noir sauce

Duck
crispy Crescent Farms duck breast, spiced crust, wild huckleberry reduction,
foie gras sauce, Arrowhead cabbage and duck con t roll

Dover Sole
sautéed fillet, sunchoke, lemon brown butter,
crispy squash blossom with roasted cauliflower and toasted almond

Dessert Trio

chestnut éclair, vanilla bean glaze, candied chestnuts
miniature chocolate Marquise Brooklyn Bridge, pomegranate Chantilly
eggnog ice cream pop, white chocolate coverture, spiced orange streusel

handmade chocolates and confections