If you are like me and the loud, raucous crowds of Time Square seem a bit overwhelming, you might opt for a different kind of New Year's celebration.
My boyfriend (my BF) and I spent this New Year's having a very romantic meal at the River Room which is located at 145th Street and Riverside Drive. Far from the screaming party goers of midtown, this upper west side venue is sharp and elegant. The amazing view of the Hudson River and the George Washington Bridge is definitely worth traveling the few extra blocks.
The special prefix New Year's menu created by Executive Chef Idris Muhammad included some Cajun favorites along with some exquisite holiday fair. The most popular item on the menu was of course the lobster, a luxurious dish that melted in your mouth and made you want to savor every single bite. The deconstructed banana split that was offered as dessert was a surprising dish that perfectly balanced sweet and salty. At $95 a person (not including drinks or tip) the three course meal was a little expensive for me and my BF, but it was only part of the experience.
Live jazz with a Caribbean twist enlivened the ambiance and soon had happy couples swinging and swaying on the small dance floor.
My only criticism of the evening was that service was slow. The staff seemed overburdened by the holiday crowd, but they kept up their spirits and were friendly despite the demands of the full house.
A champagne toast at New Year's followed by more dancing and drinking was a lovely way to say goodbye to 2007 and ring in 2008.
A lovely spot for anyone looking to have a romantic meal with one of the best views in Manhattan, the River Room is open for lunch and dinner Wednesday - Sunday with live jazz on Fridays and Saturdays. For hours and menus check out their website at http://www.theriverroomofharlem.com/.
My boyfriend (my BF) and I spent this New Year's having a very romantic meal at the River Room which is located at 145th Street and Riverside Drive. Far from the screaming party goers of midtown, this upper west side venue is sharp and elegant. The amazing view of the Hudson River and the George Washington Bridge is definitely worth traveling the few extra blocks.
The special prefix New Year's menu created by Executive Chef Idris Muhammad included some Cajun favorites along with some exquisite holiday fair. The most popular item on the menu was of course the lobster, a luxurious dish that melted in your mouth and made you want to savor every single bite. The deconstructed banana split that was offered as dessert was a surprising dish that perfectly balanced sweet and salty. At $95 a person (not including drinks or tip) the three course meal was a little expensive for me and my BF, but it was only part of the experience.
Live jazz with a Caribbean twist enlivened the ambiance and soon had happy couples swinging and swaying on the small dance floor.
My only criticism of the evening was that service was slow. The staff seemed overburdened by the holiday crowd, but they kept up their spirits and were friendly despite the demands of the full house.
A champagne toast at New Year's followed by more dancing and drinking was a lovely way to say goodbye to 2007 and ring in 2008.
A lovely spot for anyone looking to have a romantic meal with one of the best views in Manhattan, the River Room is open for lunch and dinner Wednesday - Sunday with live jazz on Fridays and Saturdays. For hours and menus check out their website at http://www.theriverroomofharlem.com/.
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