Water Club

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Named for the top river views afforded from just about every seat in the house, this restaurant offers a very different ambience from many local gourmet rooms. The food, however, is classically American. Start with an ocean platter of oysters, clams, lump crab and shrimp. Then proceed to a main course, which might feature marinated grilled hanger steak with basil whipped potatoes, poached...

"Inspiring water views" from a barge docked on the East River lend a "romantic" aura to this "charming" venue that survived Hurricane Sandy, where a "pro" staff serves "excellent" American fare (and a "terrific" Sunday brunch); granted, it's best enjoyed "when your rich uncle is in town", but it's an automatic choice when it comes to "special-occasion" dining.

The Water Club is one of the most celebrated restaurants in New York - featuring a wonderful classic American menu, breathtaking river views and a "Sunday brunch that defies description."

Kips Bay in the house! The Water Club isn't exactly old school, but with a birth year of 1982, it's been around the track. It's located on the East River, by which we mean, it's a barge. But a nicer barge you've never seen! Elegant environment perfect for dipping lobster tails in butter and sipping chardonnay as actual working barges sail by. It's classy but not hip, which means your parents...

Located on the East River since 1982.