The River Café

Chocolate Marquise Brooklyn Bridge

A sculpted dark chocolate replica of the Brooklyn Bridge that has become the restaurant's most iconic and photographed finale, rich and theatrical in equal measure

Wagyu Steak Tartare

Wagyu beef tartare with quail egg and Cognac gelee

Lobster

A perennial centerpiece of the menu, prepared with classical American technique and consistently cited as one of the kitchen's strongest offerings

Portuguese Octopus a la Plancha

Grilled octopus with black garlic, basil emulsion, zucchini and crisp potato

Heritage Pork Belly with Maine Scallop

Slow cooked pork belly with seared Maine sea scallop, pink pineapple, toasted macadamia, and smoky pork jus

Seasonal Tasting Menu

A prix fixe format showcasing the best of American seasonal ingredients, structured to move gracefully through the meal with the skyline as a backdrop

Foie Gras

A classic fine dining preparation that has appeared consistently on the menu over the years, executed with the kitchen's characteristic classical restraint

Pancetta Wrapped Rabbit Loin

Roasted rabbit loin with artichoke and rabbit lasagna, oven dried tomato pesto, and rabbit jus

Signature Soufflé

A dessert soufflé that has long been part of the restaurant's repertoire, arriving perfectly risen and requiring the patience to order it at the start of the meal

Carrot Cake Souffle

Spiced streusel dusted carrot souffle with cream cheese filled petite carrot cake and pineapple sorbet

Nantucket Bay Scallop Ceviche

Fresh bay scallops with mango and lime in a bright ceviche preparation