Wheelchair-accessible car park
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The Water Club in New York
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New York, New York County, New York, US
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Yes
Phone: +1 212-683-3333
Site: https://thewaterclub.com/
Related: nyc event planner
Site: https://thewaterclub.com/
Related: nyc event planner
Opening hours
- Monday:10AM–6PM
- Tuesday:10AM–6PM
- Wednesday:10AM–6PM
- Thursday:10AM–6PM
- Friday:10AM–6PM
- Saturday:10AM–6PM
- Sunday:10AM–6PM
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Comments (198)
I enjoyed cocktails and dinner in this place. Chick place with the combination of family groups, and romantic couples. good food, good service, extraordinary Piano player/Singer that creates a lovely ambiance with well known collection of classic sexy music.
Attractive space, saw the sunset and moon rise. Food, service in keeping with the upscale location.
Great place. Miss when it was a restaurant to just stop by.
Good venue for an event. You have to park valet or you will be practically walking along the FDR drive, but its convenient and nice overall.
Very nice location, right on the river. Food was excellent.
Not impressed one bit. The cocktail room was small setup with booth style tables off a two step walk down.... Very inconvenient and uncomfortable when trying to be social and eat in evening attire.. Main room has a door off on the side for smokers.If you decide to have a winter event advise patrons to bring blankets as the door pretty much stays open for the smokers while everyone else freezes... I expected more from the food as my eggplant parmigiana was mush.... complete mush. please explain to me how it is legal to water your liquor down so much *side note I hadnt eaten all day as to running around for the event* get to venue, had 3 vodka and cranberries before eating and was perfectly fine. Had two more drinks with dinner and still fine.... (note.. I drink like once a month, having a drink or two) I just expected way more for the popularity/price of this place... REAL BUMMER...
The views are stunning and its a great place for a romantic date or girls night. The service is friendly and you know they have been trained well. They are attentive without being overbearing. The food is classic and they do it well. The polenta is creamy with just enough truffle. The scallops were cooked well and so was the hangar steak. I lean heavier on the salt so I would say, it needed a touch more salt. Desserts are pretty and just sweet enough. They dont rush you at all so you can enough a lovely evening.
Had to go try this place out just for the novelty value, even if it did sound like it might be a bit touristy. As it was I was pleasantly surprised to find the food was pretty good.Having the view out to Queens, over the east river is certainly something interesting to discuss over brunch. It was also nice to see people made the effort to dress up a bit. The crowd seemed to be split between people that go there frequently and people going there for a special occasion.We were sat right in front of the pianist who seranded the room throughout our meal. He had a good singing voice too.We had pancakes to start + sides of sausages. It was a huge pile of pancakes as well, but nice and fluffy. Had I known how big the portion was Id probably have skipped the side.Would have said for the main course I had some fried Crab cakes, but the pancake dish was the main course in my eyes. The crab cakes were nice though.Unfortunately, I was so full by that point I couldnt try out any of the desserts. Another time, Im sure!The service was excellent and ambience great.
An astounding view of the East River, melodic piano music, and exquisite food are the highlights of this quaint restaurant on the water. I arrived at this location for a Sunday brunch with my girlfriend, and we were quite impressed with everything about this location. The service was courteous and prompt, and the presentation was absolutely top-notch. Id definitely eat here again, and recommend it to all who appreciate fine dining.
My husband and I had our wedding reception at The Water Club. We planned a small reception last minute. Joanne made the planning stress-free for us. Her communication was great and she was very accommodating. The evening of our reception was perfect. The food was amazing; our guests are still talking about it! Thank you for creating an unforgettable evening!
We came here for July 4th. I completely understand that holidays and special events are how restaurants make money so I understand the elevated prices. The service was fantastic, the waiters and manager were very accomodating. The view of the fireworks was great. The food was very disappointing. It was a BBQ buffet that had fairly blah burgers and dogs. For a place like Water Club and the price of admittance, I expected something far better. Very disappointed in the food.
Attended a wedding. The food, service and the views we outstanding! Highly recommend this place!
I am a native New Yorker and will keep to the directness of how we are known to be :)*They were impacted by Hurricane Sandy so they should be reopening soon.Drinks: Excellent.Food: Excellent. Try the salmon or lobster.Space: Very elegant, romantic, and modern. Its designed to make you feel like you are floating while dining. You have wonderful river views. The venue is multilevel: dining room, lower level and upper level. The rooftop is very intimate and romantic.Scene: Very romantic. The rooftop is an open space and conducive to mixing and mingling. Good for get-togethers and date night.Crowd: 20-50sService: Very attentive and professional.
Nice The Water Club, bar. They have a lot of tropical drinks. Very large drink menu. I enjoyed the fog cutter. Place can feel bit cramped but multiple area to sit. We sat upstairs but I ended going downstairs to order drinks.
I had my engagement party here recently. We worked with the events manager Lacy who was very helpful and friendly. She was able to adjust the menu and set up the event as per our requests. She coordinated with our vendors and the event space was set up beautifully. The food was also excellent. We would definitely have another event here.
The service was top notch. The view was stunning. I ordered the grilled scallop lobster ravioli. It was delicious definitely on the weight conscious side as it did not have any alfredo or fattening sauce. It comes with a splash of tomato sauce and basil and oil 3 scallops and 3 ravioli just enough fill my small gullet. My wife ordered the bone in NY STRIP steak 18 oz. Her meal was delicious as it came with some delicious mashed potatoes. I definitely enjoyed her meal more as the steak was cooked to perfection and it was well seasoned. Needless to say I had a large portion of my wifes food. We also ordered grilled asparagus which were heavenly even for me.The staff made me feel as though as if I was at home.
The most amazing place to get married!!!Alyson made the experience easy from the start. She was overly accommodating to any request we had and held our hands through the ups and downs along the way. On the day of our wedding, she guided us through everything and made sure our day was magical!All of our guests raved about the views, the food, the service and the space itself. We honestly could not have asked for a better venue.Thank you so much Alyson & the Water Club staff!
It a good restaurant for dinner. Havent visited during day light as yet. But definilty will do.
The food was delicious. The Venue has class and Character. The kids were kept intrigued by the boats and the beautiful city lights at night. Enjoyable for all. Amazing how kids friendly this venue is.
I definitely agree with the three and a half star rating here. What sold me on this place is the location. I have been wanting to try this spot ever since I moved into the city 4 years ago. It is right on the water and has AMAZING views.I came for Valentines day, so obviously didnt get the full menu and maybe not even the full experience.
Best experience ever for wedding or special event! I miss the restaurant which used to be open to the public, loved the food, drinks and excellent service.
Great venue for a winter wedding. With snow falling over the east river the views made me think of the magical realism of the book A Winters Tale. Food was great, service was exceptional. Attended a wedding of just under 100 there and the space was great for ceremony and reception.
One word describes it, Exceptional, from the food, service and view of Midtown Manhattan. Had the grilled hangar steak and my wife had the carmelized sea scallops. The summer salad and mushroom polenta appetizers were awesome. Nice table overlooking the East River and great service to boot. It is pricey but worth it.
Great place and beautiful views...
I went to a recent event here. The space is amazing - right on the water. It was a shame it was such a bad night out that it was hard to take in the view. We met the chef though, who had so much passion for the food which was being served. The event focused on fresh fish brought in for the event, but Id be curious to come back and try a normal meal here. He seemed very knowledgeable about the wine as well, which is nice to see.
The best seafood I have ever had! We both had shrimp cocktail as app and the grilled Branzino and it was to die for! Plus the atmosphere and views are pretty cool. Will definitely recommend!! And will be back myself
I hope the sea reclaims this foul place.We had to wait a half hour to order. Another half hour for bread. Terrible service and a wait staff whom I can only describe as snooty--which makes no sense considering the place has no dress code. Im very happy I got to pay out of my ass for the experience.One star regained because the mashed potatoes were remarkable. Credit where its due. At least until Neptune capsizes it all to hell.
Attended a perfectly coordinated wedding here. Easy to get to. Comfortable bar, great views upstairs. Good hors doeuvres, very good American dining. Staff hustles without being obtrusive.
Great office park to work in , good facilities and a good atmosphere
Views were great food was so-so. Room was FREEZING!!!!!! Ac blasting on a cold fall day. I’m still trying to get feeling back in my fingers and toes
Not your run-of-the-mill Chef, Maître D or the highly trained in proper etiquette service staff.The food can be describe as Continental based on classic French culinary techniques with an American flair.Their extensive wine list features an international array of red, white, blends, and champaigns served by the glass, half bottle, or bottle.No matter what you wont get out for less than an average of $125 per dinner person plus gratuities.You are paying for the river views and the view of the all American Pepsi-Cola sign which recently gained a Landmark status.You can purchase Gift Certificates.60 or larger vessels can dock on its 396 dock.You must reserve in advance of arrival.
Had a Thanksgiving dinner here while traveling in 1988. Dinner for 3 was $200.
The best and my top 3 restaurants in the world! I have traveled all over the US and been to 20 countries in my entire life...Nothing says fine dining like this beautiful restaurant to bring the special person in your life.
Weve been coming here for over 20 years. the main draw is still sitting on the dock by the bay. this has to be one of the best sites to dine at. while in recent years it had appeared tired in appearance we have noticed a recent refreshing atmosphere. the service remains excellent and the food is quite good.
For anyone whos been to The Water Club right on the East River in Manhattan - for a wedding, for dinner, even to the Crows Nest upstairs for a casual drink - I think it goes without saying that this is one of the most beautiful, fantastic, most delicious of locations in all of New York City. BUT... Ill say it anyway!!If youre looking for a classic, beautiful, elegant, memorable, city-on-the-water wedding, where all of your guests are fed the most exquisite food, treated to the most beautiful and iconic views New York has to offer, and provided such professional service they rant and rave about it for weeks, you must book The Water Club. Our wedding was my dream and beyond, but my guests, too, cant stop talking about it!!! One of my guests said my filet mignon was so tender I skipped the steak knife and used my butter knife! Another of my guests, a professional chef, remarked that the quality was that of a fine, restaurant, served beautifully and impeccably.The photos on social media from my guests of themselves against the water and iconic Coca Cola sign in Queens were abundant - it was more than clear that the vistas charmed all 130 of our guests.For my part, as the bride, it was the BEST experience I could have imagined. Joanne OConnor, the events director and wedding coordinator, is a brilliant gem! She was accommodating always from the original inquiry, to booking, to tastings, to day-of organizations and tending to all of my request (personalized cocktails, assembling of framed family photos, pacing the evening perfectly - everyone had their food at the same time!, coordinating with all of my other vendors, and generally putting my mind at ease and feel like everything was taken care of. She even sent me weather updates as we got closer!And I even got to eat at my own wedding!! Joanne had some cocktail hour appetizers sent to my bridal suite directly preceding the ceremony, and I was able to eat ALL FOUR (!) courses of the main meal! Im still dreaming about the mashed potatoes! The bartenders made my specialty drink to perfection! The wedding cake was delicious and gorgeous (so many tiers!) and beautifully designed with flowers from my florist, We Create and Co. by the Cake Chef.All in all, I cannot recommend The Water Club for your wedding (or brunch, or dinner, or cocktails!). The event was beautiful, ran perfectly and seamlessly (a brides true dream), and none of my guests can stop talking about it!! Thank you, Joanne and The Water Club, for making me look like the best event planner of all time to my guests, when it was ALL YOU!!!I promise you wont be disappointed, brides! Go check this place out before its booked for your date!
Dated food with subpar service. My husband and I went unnoticed for 15 minutes after completing our dessert. We had to wave someone over to receive our check. The interior is dated but the water views make up for it.
Our high school prom was well done, just the kids werent all that into dancing at first which made it a bit slow but otherwise it was good..especially the food.
Although Ive dined at The Water Club a number of times, the Crows Nest upstairs is a great summer spot. The also have amazing lobster rolls! Dont think Ive eaten much else there. Just lobster rolls and cocktails!
Great view of the east river, great service and good food. Nice for a romantic night out. The location is a little odd to get to (under FDR drive) but worth it for the view.
Besides the great views and great food, the staff are very nice and friendly. They offered my wife and me a complimentary dessert for our anniversary. Great restaurant.
Talented Chef, Great View. Bit difficult to travel to if youre a city dweller (make sure you choose the right block to walk over or take a cab) but on the right night, the view of the East River and Brooklyn is beautiful. Combine that with a talented chef who tries his hardest to use local ingredients in fine ways & its a beautiful thing. Take a risk and go to this place for a fancy night out.
Came here for a Zagat Presents dinner with @GoogleNYC. Liked the scallop tartare and the oyster. The biscuit was really good, surprisingly. Thought the stuffed calamari was dry, and the vegetables were over-cooked. The wine pairings were nicely done. Id definitely go back, but would be selective in what I ordered. Service was very good, and the ambiance was nice.
Very elegant dining with a great environment, including live music. The brunch was simple dishes, but perfectly executed. Highly recommend a visit.
I love this place. Been there a couple times now and they amaze me each time with excellent service and even better food. Their seafood options are great, but if you are there , you have have to try their filet mignon.
Exquisite is my only word.
Great place with great food and a lot of fun. Wonderful place for kids, they can play as much as they want with all of these boats. We had amazing time.
Ive been to two weddings here and each time I have been very impressed. The food, drinks and service were excellent, not to mention the view!
We went for Restaurant Week and they had a really good menu. The food was cooked perfectly. The view is amazing and every table has an excellent view.
The Water Club is very nice. I love the outside bar, it has a great view and is right on the water. They also have some fun cocktails for the summer!
Old school fancy restaurant with great views on the water. Its over the highway so I recommend that you take an Uber or taxi. Dont miss the cozy bar with the piano player.
Absolutely love it. One of the very few places on NYC where you can sit outside with your drink, food etc and still smoke! Kudos to the owners for providing that rare commodity
Went because of a gift certificate. Glad we went. Wonderful view, great service and the food was excellent. Valet parking was nice since you are right at the door.
The experience was great! For a party of ten the staff customized our menu to fit our budget and still provided great food and beverage choices. Highly recommend to all.
Loved this venue when it was operating as an up scale restaurant. Celebrated many occasions here. So sorry they changed to a private event location.
Cool views of Brooklyn from the top area. Lower area is a little nicer, while the upper spot (Crows Nest) is more of a casual vibe with outdoor seating and good cocktails (if a little pricey).
Great food and a great view. If I could renovate my house, Id make it just like this restaurants beautiful interior
I had a company Christmas party @ the water club. Beautiful view and nice setting for dining. A lot of finger food to taste.
Beautiful view and atmosphere. Nice live piano music and old school vibe. Unfortunately not worth the buck. Very very expensive for very poor quality food.
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Crows nest was the deck, not uptight, part of rhe water club that used to be a really cool place to get drinks. And now this place is closed for private events only.
Very comfortable atmospere, the staff is very nice and the food very good. A little high priced but I think its worth it. Good food, service, atmosphere.
Havent been inside. If you enjoy looking over the river or like helicopters, then this us the spot. No seats.
Nice setting on the water - unfortunately unless you are outside for drinks, the view is of Queens - not Manhattan - a bit overpriced and an unusual menu - free parking!!!
I know its a great place to dine or to hold a function but I only had to drop a client there...Ive personally never been inside.
Has history.Has great water views.Has aged.
Good food, a little tough to get to. Upscale place. Good ambiance with a nice view.
Excellent service, delicious cuisine. They work hard to make their guests feel special.
Food and service was fantastic for James Gebhardt memorial.
Wonderful food, service was beyond excellent and the surroundings were beautiful. Highly reccommend this restaurant.
Best seafood place in NYC. Being on the water on a nice warm night makes it a complete evening with your date. Great place to take clients
Amazing view, great service, delicious food highly recommended to anyone us realtor and travel agent Valentina Aved
The food is good, Romantic settingI went there for my Birthday.! I love the water club ♥♥♥♡♡♥
The big draw here is the decor, actually the view. go at night to enjoy the city lights. the food was good as was the service.
You will love this place. Dont listen to the bad reviews. This place is nothing but class. The food is unreal!!!
Very good ambiance food. Great for a special night out.
They had a private event in half of the downstairs area. Wouldnt open upstairs bar. Lame.
Too expensive... long wait time... The food is Goooood. Just too expensive. 2 ppl cost $100
Great place! Beautiful building, nice view, exceptional service!
Excellent views, tucked away from hustle and bustle. Went there for an event, food was ok.
Beautiful place, delicious food. Great place for a Christmas party.
Great setting for a romantic dinner on the East River.Food and servive match the view
Just a great place. Food, service and drinks. Private events only.
The place offers a nice view, the staff look mad and not coordinated.
Very good food. Little pricey for food amount. Very nice atmosphere
Staff was great, they even went out of their way to take pictures of my girlfriend and I.
Good food, beautiful scenery of Manhattan, gorgeous decor.
The food was good, but the service was outstanding - really amazing
Food is good, but the view of the east river is more than worth it!
The location is awesome bit the food wasnt great when I went.
Nicer than Borgata’s regular hotel! And I love the pool!!!!
Cool place. Great food . beautiful views
A really nice place to have seafood. Beautiful views!
Had an interview dinner here and the food and atmosphere was really nice
Unique dining experience. Fantastic food, great views.
Beautiful club great atmosphere, and obviously fantastic views
Fabulous bouffet brunch ... gorgeous views ... what more could u want?
The reasons to go to the water club are for the parking, the view and the atmosphere; not the food.
Such a romantic place.
Waited a while for order to be taken for 2 appetizers. Service very slow with only 2 tables.
Had my cousins wedding here..it was really nice
Lovely place, high quality food and service. Price is moderate
Attended a private event. Service was great and food excellent.
The view is the whole allure. feels like you are dining on the set of the sopranos.
Great view and food but not cheap
Very romantic, beautiful views and delicious food.
A different kind of place to have a drink with a view of the east river
Excellent venue
Overpriced for what it is. Youre going for the views and the romantics, not the food.
Great place for events.
Great food, great service, great view
View was lovely, food was okay. Single note theme.
This is an event space / restaurant on the East River @ 30th Street by FDR highway
Went there for a company outing, The service and view was great.
The Food.and service was excellent thanks you guys 🍻🍾🍸🍹🍤🍔🍰🍨
Overpriced hard to get to. But great views
Very nice venue for private event.
Wonderful place. Love the view
Beautiful venue and courteous and helpful staff.
Went back here for first time in over ten years and frankly hadnt changed much.
Not worth all the hip but again I didnt have dinner
Kind of overpriced, but overall good food
Amazing food and the staff is lovely!
Even in the pouring rain the sights are beautiful
Beautiful setting and great food.
Beautiful site! Food so-so.
Wonderful staff, Beautiful venue
Attended a dinner. Awesome place
Had an anniversary here. Awesome experience.
Best hotel experience in Atlantic city.
You have to be there to experience it ,reservations necessary.
Great views. Good service.
Beautiful location on the East River.
Sunday brunch overlooking the East River
A respite from The busy City with great views.
Annual Office Christmas Party...Fantastic
Rarely dissapoints. Excellent Sunday Brunch.
Good food, excellent service
Great service and the food is excellent
Nice,
Very nice boat ride
Good food reasonably priced!!!!
Enjoyable classic dining on a boat
Great service great food
Nice appetizers, small entrees
NYC GEM AND THE BEST SUNDAY BRUNCH
Lovely spot for events.
A memorable tuna tartare.
Great restaurant !
Excellent wedding venue
Amazing foods
Not impressed at all.
Great
Service & Food is Amazing
Always a great place
So Sorry it closed😪😪
Nice place for celebtlrate
It floats!
Not bad at all
Almost got raped there
A sure bet all the time.
Huge!
Great Awards Dinner
Great ambiance
Great!
Absolutely beautiful!
Elegant
Nice
Classy intimate venue
Great view
Confortable, pleasant..,
My favorite place
BEAUTIFUL
Great views
Amazing
The vfiews the thing
Good
Thank you 😊
Niece view
Excellent........
Hrest decor
A tadd rude
Good place
Nice place
Disappointing
We visited the water club for the 4th of July celebration. You cannot get a better location. Front row center stage fireworks as well as, Food, drinks, table and, a bathroom.
Great fireworks. Best spot. Great hospitality
Went for company’s dinner…but it’s all finger food when I assume there will be food serving.It guess it okay…there’s valet parking
The atmosphere of the food is good. It is a very elegant and romantic restaurant. It is really beautiful with wine and champagne.But one of the waiters was not very reasonable in speaking to us. I ordered the ribs in the photo and took a bite. The waiter came to ask if I wanted dessert, and told us that I was interested because the ribs were dry and not tasteful. , Attitude changed 180%, giving very rude gestures, telling the guests that this is a 5-star restaurant, there will be no steak with bone, okay! Guests ca n’t say that they are not used to eating here,This proud waiter, we have paid to eat, not to eat for free, but also to give tips. Happy dining depends on the face of a five-star restaurant waiter, probably because we are Chinese.
Total reviews rating 4.4
198 Reviews for The Water Club 2023:
Review №1
2022-06-09Great venue, beautiful and perfect spot for the summer. Very nice it’s right next to the river. Drinks, food and service has always been great when I come here. If I don’t arrive in a car I arrive on the Ferry.
Review №2
2021-12-11I was here for an event held by the, Committee Noviembre, for Hispanic Heritage Month. This is a beautiful venue with breathtaking views of the Ed Kotch 59th Street Bridge, Roosevelt Island and Long Island City. The service is always impeccable and the food and orduerves were very tasty. The evening was wonderful, everyone seemed to enjoy themselves very much. I would return again given the opportunity and would probably come for brunch in the future.
Review №3
2021-12-19Fantastic Christmas Party. Cozy wood burning fireplace. Excellent service!!
Review №4
2022-06-05A venue that believes in providing a class event and delivers.
Review №5
2016-09-27Cool place that let us make last minute reservations. They open at 12 p.m. Sundays every other day at 5 p.m. We made the reservation for Sunday brunch around 11:15 for the 12 p.m. brunch they gladly accepted us. Be careful getting there because you have to cross the FDR and try to avoid the runners/bikers in both directions it seems like everyone and their mama runs this path. Nicely decorated clean with a snooty feel but actually had very nice Waiters/hosts that check on you numerous times... I got up once during my meal and came back to a folded napkin and straightened area my friend informed me the waitress did that. The views of the East River were great and the food was surprisingly tasty I have to admit I thought it would be bland. They bring you warm cranberry scones and banana nut bread while you wait we got them straight out of the oven. Reservations should be highly considered this place fills up fast with groups of people and I do mean groups... about 98% were senior citizens dressed to the nines we felt kind of out of place for a minute but it was cool. Im sure dinner time is a madhouse.
Review №6
2017-11-12Enjoyed dinner with my girlfriend in celebration of her birthday. Our first time at the Water Club, but hopefully not the last.In terms of location, ambiance, and views - this restaurant will not be bested. We arrived just before the sun began to set which made for a romantic dinner on the water.Service was phenomenal as multiple waiters and servers assisted us seemelessly without ever missing a beat.Food was good, but not exceptional (7/10) and the reason I am not rating at 5 stars. While more than decent, it was a bit bland and not as flavorful as one may expect given the menu prices.
Review №7
2017-11-26Beautiful views of long island city. Bread comes as corn muffins scones, sourdough as well as other selections. Dress nicely as you admire the ships as they pass while drinking cocktails and seafood. They also have some memorabilia of nautical historical significance which you can check out while there.
Review №8
2022-01-26The vibe is cosmopolitan and chill. The staff are fairly helpful and everything you order (from flights of wine to cheeses) goes on a debit card youre issued at the door, to encourage roaming around to the different wine stations.
Review №9
2019-06-16Great river views of Long Island City and Brooklyn. Staff were attentive and food was top notch (see pics of filet mignon and halibut below). Great place for special events
Review №10
2017-05-28Was there for a private event. Great service. Enjoyed the food. Verry accomodating. After I told them that I have an allergy on a particular spice so they made sure to prepare the food without it. Great views of long Island City