Travel
Brooklyn, New York
Directions
The River Café is a short trip from either LaGuardia (LGA) or John F. Kennedy (JFK) airports. Here's how to get there:
Where to Stay
Hotels
We've put together a few hotel recommendations conveniently located near The River Café to help you plan your stay.
HAMPTON INN BROOKLYN/DOWNTOWN
125 Flatbush Ave Ext
Brooklyn, NY 11201
(718) 875-8800
1 HOTEL BROOKLYN BRIDGE
60 Furman Street
Brooklyn, New York 11201
(347) 696-2500
NEW YORK MARRIOTT AT THE BROOKLYN BRIDGE
333 Adams St
Brooklyn, New York 11201
(718) 246-7000
What to Do
Activities in the DUMBO Area
DUMBO, Brooklyn, sits on the East River, offering stunning views of the Manhattan skyline and the Brooklyn Bridge. It's a vibrant neighborhood with cobblestone streets, historic architecture, and a thriving arts scene. Here's a small sampling of the things you can do in the area.
EAT & DRINK
DUMBO, Brooklyn, is a culinary hotspot, offering a diverse array of flavors that perfectly blend the neighborhood's industrial chic with global inspirations. From casual bites to refined dining experiences, you'll find something to satisfy every craving.
Caleb and Matthew highly recommend Elephant District. This vibrant spot brings the authentic flavors of Bangkok's riverside street food to DUMBO.
EXPLORE
Capture the iconic shot on Washington Street: Just outside Caleb and Matthew's front door, this famous cobblestone street offers the quintessential DUMBO photo opportunity, perfectly framing the Manhattan Bridge with the Empire State Building in the background.
Stroll through Brooklyn Bridge Park: This expansive waterfront park offers breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline, the Brooklyn Bridge, and the Statue of Liberty.
Catch a show at St. Ann's Warehouse: Housed in a historic former tobacco warehouse, this state-of-the-art performance space hosts innovative theater, music, and dance productions.