Gotham was an amazing experience for my daughter. We did a 5 lesson package, driving with me in between she aced her road test! They prepared her to be ready and confident. Highly recommend. read more

I highly recommend Andy. He was very professional and always on time for our lessons. He helped me shake out some of those nerves before the road test to help me be more calm & successfully pass. Driving has been my biggest challenge and I'm glad I signed up for the 6-7 lessons package. Although I'm still a new driver I feel so much more confident. Andy helped me work on problem areas such as my left/right turns, steering the wheel correctly and merging. Andy was straightforward and didn't make me feel overwhelmed. Whenever I messed up he was very patient and would make me laugh and encouraged me to try again. Practicing with Andy has made me feel less afraid to drive and parallel park!!! Yayyy My experience with Gotham driving school has been excellent. Irene was super sweet she would always call me to check in on how I was doing and took care of scheduling my lessons and road test. She was super encouraging and caring . The Pre-licensing course was super useful compare to my previous driving school it helped me with road signs and how to approach situations you might come across on the road. Thank you Andy for helping me achieve one of my goals. I would recommend if you're looking for a Driving school to look in the Gotham website and signing up for Lessons in a package as they include everything you need. They provide the car, pick you up and drive you to the test. read more

This school is now doing a drivers ed program at Maria Regina High School. I used Gotham for my older son to learn to drive and he did great with them. My younger son needed drivers ed and he took their program. I was skeptical at first because students do not usually get individual time in the car with drivers Ed but despite this he still was able to learn a lot during his lessons. Surprisingly he also enjoyed being with other kids in the car and said that Mark made the environment feel very supportive for him. So he got a great learning experience and Im getting the discount off my insurance for him completing the program. I have already referred a few of my friends so their kids can start in their fall semester!! Mark is awesome! read more

We had a great experience with Gotham Driving School. Both of my teens passed their driver test after taking lessons with Gotham. I thought I could teach them on my own, but after the first failed test, we decided to sign up with Gotham. There are certain specific tips and helpful technical details that they teach that really help make the test go well. read more

I recently worked with Gotham Driving School to coordinate lessons for clients of my organization. The experience was successful and a complete delight (all our clients passed their driver tests!). The clients reported that the instructors were professional and provided great instruction. And I had the immense pleasure of working with Irene, who runs all of the office appointments and administration. Her personal touch and dedication is uplifting, and she went above and beyond to assist me - for instance even sending late-night emails to inform me that our clients had passed their tests! I hope very much to be able to work with Irene and Gotham Driving school again in the near future. read more

I was very nervous to drive as an adult learner. Mark was a great teacher and helped me feel confident about my driving. He also taught me useful driving techniques beyond just what was on the driving test. He was honest about my driving skills and explained problem areas in a very straightforward manner. He never yelled if I messed up and he was very patient. Thanks to him, parallel parking was the easiest part of my road test and I now have my license! Prices are easy to find on the website (no hidden fees or unexpected costs). I also like that his driving school only takes one student at a time to the driving test. Mark is in high demand as an instructor, so it is harder to schedule classes with him than with other instructors at the school, but it was worth it for me. I highly recommend Gotham and mark in particular. I never had issues with scheduling and Irene normally picked up the phone when I called (she was always lovely over the phone). Note that DMV road tests are scheduled months in advance right now (I heard they closed a while during covid so that might be why it's backed up) so if the driving school schedules your test, don't be surprised if it's 2-3 months from now, but it's not Gotham's fault. If you want a sooner test, you need to schedule yourself and keep checking at all hours because you can find canceled earlier appointments that way on the DMV website. read more

I absolutely adore this driving school! From the no-nonsense office manager to my amazing instructor, Bonnie! Her energy made me feel comfortable and confident from the first time I got into the car. She's extremely detailed, knowledgeable and she has the patience of a saint. Plus, we laugh together, which calms my nerves. With her instruction I have gained so much more confidence in my driving skills in such a short time. I am so grateful! Also, Mark from the pre-licensing course wasn't as much of a snooze as I thought he was going to be. He was also very informative and relatable. I definitely learned more than I thought I would from that course. Overall, I the school is great and I will continue to take courses until I am ready for my road test! read more

Although I was not able to do my lessons due to family emergencies, they were completely understanding and accommodated me. The receptionist was one of the nicest and kindest people I've met in a long time. She was incredibly professional and polite which goes such a long way. Even if you have to travel a bit to get here, do it; I definitely recommend them!! read more

Andy from Gotham driving school helped me finally pass my driving test after attempting it 3 times before. He was very patient with me and extremely supportive, thus helping me get more confident in my driving skills. The driving test in NY is not easy and requires lots of practice. He gave very good advice which I put to use during the actual exam and answered all my questions. I would recommend Gotham driving school if you have some experience driving but are looking to improve either to pass the New York driving test or have not driven for a while. read more

Bonnie was the best! My girlfriend had 5 lessons with Bonnie, and easily passed her drivers test on the first shot. Highly recommended

I had a very satisfying experience with Gotham Driving School. I took the pre-licensing course along with 6 driving lessons. Thanks to their outstanding support services, I passed the road test on my first try! Irene was very helpful on registering me for classes and signing-up me for the road test. Mark made the pre-licensing class engaging by going over the basics of starting the car to discussing certain road hazard scenarios. Andy is an awesome driving instructor. He was very patient, approachable, and made me feel comfortable while on the road. He provided excellent feedback and shared insightful driving tips, such as useful tips on how to parallel park. Thanks to Andy's driving instructions, it taught me how to be a safe driver. Feeling nervous and having very little driving experience, everyone on the team (Irene, Mark, and Andy) made it a very pleasant experience. I highly recommend their services. read more

I would use Gotham again. I am a volunteer working with refugee families and Gotham taught two of our clients. Both of them passed their road tests after 3 lesson with Gotham. Gotham's prices are reasonable and they are really nice. Irene in the office is so caring and very responsive. And while I was not in the car with Andy, the instructor, he must be very patient and very good dealing with clients with limited English. read more

Gotham went above and beyond both with a skilled instructor and outstanding customer service. Our teen son is thrilled to be driving, but not too fast! read more

I will suggest to everyone, definitely its amazing and very responsible company.. ANDY was my instructor , an amazing person with great personality.. I never drove a car before so he helped me alot on every detail and i passed a driving test succesfully .. read more

I cannot fully express the depth of my gratitude enough for this great driving school!! Their instructor Mark finally was able to help me gain the confidence and skills to pass my test (this is the 6th Attempt!!!) and get my driver's license. Mark is not only patient but extraordinarily adept in teaching you not only how to drive skillfully but also how to think ahead of the next move, be careful, use the horn when you have to, and instill good sense where you need it the most. The dreaded five-hour class was suddenly instructive, informative and downright funny with his witty commentary. I wish I had gone to Gotham 10 years ago when I was so thwarted by my last instructor who taught using beanie babies and geometry sketches!! Thank you, Irene and Mark,​ for helping me achieve this dream!! read more

I passed my road test this morning thanks to God, prayers of loved ones and last but not least; the best driving instructor I've ever known, Mark!! The lessons with him were worth every penny. He's patient, knowledgeable and an excellent teacher. He really takes what skills you have (or lack thereof) and HELPS you make them exponentially better. He makes you believe in yourself, gives you (working!) tools and puts them to the test! I had only 3 lessons with him and in those 3 lessons, my confidence has risen greatly. I used to be unbelievably afraid of driving, had two terrible instructors prior to him and did not believe I could obtain my license. Well, I did and I'm so happy. I now have the privilege and freedom of driving that once seemed out of my reach. I'm not a perfect driver but I'll keep learning and sharpening the tools Mark gave me! Oh and btw, it was through yelp that I found Gotham! A big thank you to everyone who took the time out to write a review. read more

I started my lessons with Gotham Driving School. It was a great experience. I purchased pre-licensing class here along with 5 driving classes.They make sure to schedule a class right before your scheduled road test so you go in warmed up which is a great help. Mark is a great instructor and identifies learning gaps immediately. He creates very good, stress free atmosphere which helps a lot with learning and feeling confident. Mark, who put in a lot of time to ensure that I was prepared. He took a great approach in how he taught me throughout the lessons and also made sure that I was given the right amount of lessons before taking the test. Would definitely recommend Gotham Driving School and I thank them/Mark for helping me. If you looking for a great experience to learn and get your license look no further, try Gotham Driving School. read more

I went to three different driving schools. This one I liked the best. Bonnie was my instructor. Firstly, she is nice a person. Very friendly. She is like a neighbor. (she is a neighbor). Sometimes, she is in a funny mood but that's her charm. She let me drive however I want and helped me only when I need. For other schools, I felt like they don't care if I pass the test or not. But she cares. I passed with Bonnie's instruction. (I failed the test terribly with 90 points with another school...lol) You can do it if I could do it. read more

After having driving lessons with the wrong instructor I have started my lessons with Gotham Driving School. Purchased 5,1 hour lessons and I must admit, Loving driving around now enjoying the freedom. I've noticed tremendous improvement and progress straight away, just after 1st lesson. Mark is a great instructor and identifies learning gaps immediately. He creates very good, stress free atmosphere which helps a lot with learning. I would like to thank Mark, who put in a lot of time to ensure that I was prepared. He took a great approach in how he taught me throughout the lessons and also made sure that I was given the right amount of lessons before taking the test. I felt very grateful that he showed great care towards the idea of me passing my driving test. He shows a large amount of commitment to his students and the techniques he uses in order to initially teach you how to drive is easy to understand and allows you to drive at a high standard at all times, which is perfect preparation for your driving test. I would definitely recommend Mark to anyone trying to learn how to drive, especially if you want to pass first time. In terms of Gotham Driving School as a whole I feel they were very efficient in terms of how quickly they were able to provide me with my first lessons, they ensured that I was given an instructor of a high standard, they have reasonable prices especially for the service they are providing and they constantly communicate with you with elements such as calling/texting you to remind you of the days of your lessons. Would definitely recommend Gotham Driving School and I thank them for helping me. Irene (the administrative assistant) is very helpful and friendly. All thanks to my instructor it was a enjoyable experience that I looked forward to. Put at ease straight away and felt comfortable with Mark. Thanks Gotham! read more

Took my pre-licensing class here along with 5 hours of driving classes. Each class is an hour long where you drive through the busy streets of the Bronx and the quite streets of Riverdale. They make sure to schedule a class right before your scheduled road test so you go in warmed up. They also schedule the road test for you if you want. I was driving for a bit with my permit so my skills were pretty good but I don't think I would've passed if it wasn't for all the pointers Marc and Eddy gave me. They've been doing this for over 16 years so they have a lot of wisdom to pass down. They are very well versed on the road test and the latest rules of the road. Marc is a great instructor I had him for 4 of my 5 classes and he is a very chill and friendly dude who always constructively criticizes I've never once felt demeaned or angry with him. He has great stories to tell and a great sense of humor and the hour just zips by! I would definitely recommend taking one class with Eddy because he is very tense and it kinda simulated the real test for me which was great practice. He will point out every little mistake you make but it's good and makes you a better driver. The lady at the front desk, Irene, is also very nice! She kinda talks like my mom. All in all, great class, great instructors, great school! read more

Gotham driving school rocks ! They skillfully and successfully taught both my daughter and my son . With my son , my son was under some time constraints but they were able teach him and get him to the road test within his time constraints. I dealt with Mark Goldstein and he was a complete gentleman. Most importantly, he delivered. Thank you! read more

Eddy couldn't have been more professional, patient, or efficient! I'd recommend Gotham to anyone in need of either training for a license test or in need (like me) of brushing up on their skills. He has a natural way of putting you at ease and simplifying even the most complicated of driving techniques (hello parallel parking). And the rates are very reasonable. read more

I have a foreign license and needed to get my American one. Gotham is a great driving school. Mark was my instructor and he was brilliant at preparing me for the test and getting me used to the roads. Everything was efficient from booking lessons and the test to the actual practical lessons and test day. I did 3 lessons and used the instructor's car for the test. Highly recommended. read more

I passed the test thanks to my instructor Andy. He is very professional, respects your time and always give positive criticism. Even with first few lessons I felt a significant improvement with my diving. Irene is also very kind, efficient and helpful. My schedule was very challenging and she managed to schedule my lessons as well as driving test in small window of opportunity I had. I highly recommend this driving school. read more

I passed my road test and thanks to Andy (driving instructor) who taught me everything I need to know and how to be a safe driver. He's patient and professional. Irene (office admin) was a great help, hearing that friendly voice the first time I called their office and she's so efficient too. Glad i chose Gotham Driving School. Definitely 5-Star!!! read more

I was 34 when I decided to *finally* get my license, so I went to Gotham for driving lessons. I've never felt comfortable behind the wheel, but their instructor Mark G. is a master at keeping people calm cool and collected and focused on driving safely. Thanks to his instruction I passed my test with no problem and a few short weeks after getting my license there was a situation which required me to make a number of emergency trips to help a family member out. I wouldn't have been able to do that if it weren't for the excellent instruction I received from Mark G. at Gotham Driving School. read more

TL;DR - I've had my share of driving schools and I've failed the road test four times. This time around with Gotham Driving School, I FINALLY PASSED! Eddie was my instructor. This place is awesome. Go here! My primary issue was parallel parking and Eddie explained it so simply that it's a wonder why I didn't know this sooner. FYI - I took my road test on 234th and Broadway in the Bronx. Long Version - I signed up for the five hour class which was taught by Jim Chodan. Jim is just an amazing teacher. In all seriousness, I've taken the five hour class before with a number of different schools (this is how much work I needed with driving), and for once, Jim's class actually taught me a slew of things I didn't already know. He keeps the class casual, but really emphasizes safety. "Death comes from the left" is a mantra I am keeping with me. Usually the five hour classes are boring, but Jim managed to keep everyone's attention. Along with the class, I paid for five driving lessons and a road test appointment. The five lessons were with Eddie. He does point out mistakes made or things that could be done better as other Yelpers have mentioned, but it honestly made me feel much more prepared for the test and for life after the test. Eddie did grab the wheel from me a few times to avoid potential accidents and did become stern when I wasn't using my head, but it's a lot of tough love; you can't take this kind of thing personally when you're operating a car. For me, Eddie was straight forward, helpful and took the time to make sure I knew how to THINK before I acted in tricky situations. Eddie also pushed me to start using the horn when I see something suspicious on the road that might pose a danger to myself and/or others which I also appreciated. After I passed my road test I literally hugged the man and thanked him. I wholeheartedly recommend Gotham Driving School - they really set out to teach their students the right way to drive. read more

When other drivers pull up next to you during a lesson to tell you what a great driving school it is and a random lady in an elevator sees you get out of the Gotham car and tells you that she "loves Eddy" you know its good. I had Eddy for all my lessons, great, patient instructor. He knows how to put you at ease behind the wheel of a car. I had driven maybe twice in my life before lessons and passed the test on the first try. read more

What a horrible experience with this school. I signed up for 6 classes and the 5 hour class. I wound up taking 2 classes. My instructor Eddy raised his voice at me during the lessons, grabbed my arm twice, asked "what is wrong with me" when I made a wide turn. When I tried to ask him questions on technique he told me to "drop it" and cut me off. When I called the office to cancel the rest of my classes his wife refused to refund the money on the card I paid with - stating she didn't want to be charged from the bank. And after a 20 min phone call she said she will refund the balance less $10 via check. I can't say how the other instructors are but I would never go back to this school or recommend them to anyone. read more

I had been trying to get my license for years when I had previously lived in Canada with my family, and had failed a few times. When I decided to get my license in New York, I found Gotham through Google and Yelp, and I'm very glad I did. I did both the pre-licensing course and a 4-hour lesson package with Mark, along with my road test appointment. He was clear, straightforward, friendly and relaxed and managed to put some confidence in someone who had become quite disillusioned with driving. I managed to pass my road test on the first try, and I owe a lot to Mark and Gotham for that! read more

I am happy to say that I had passed my road test today! I couldn't have done it without Mark. He is a great instructor! I highly recommend him to anyone who wants to learn how to drive properly. Mark's instruction on different elements of how to park and do the three point turn is spot on. Parking has always been a problem area for me. But, following his simple steps on how to parallel park was perfect. On the road test it was not a problem for me. We had a lesson before the road test and everything he went over was exactly how it turned out. I can't say anything more highly of him. He is awesome. I'm going to miss my lessons with him. He is a fun guy. It was very comfortable driving with him. Thanks again Mark! read more

I took refresher driving classes with Marc Goldstein and he's great, has a lot of patience.

Great school! I believe this is a family owned business which means you'll either be taking lessons with either Eddy the father or Mark the son, both are great instructors. I took the beginners packet which consist of 10 lessons, each an hour long, the 5 hours class and the scheduled road test. I took 5 lessons with Eddy and the other 5 with Mark. If you can deal with constructive criticism and lots of tough love then Eddy is the guy for you. Eddy is an older gentleman who has a intense way of teaching but will definitely get you prepared for the test. As stated in a previous review he does point out every little mistake and he may get a little irritated if you keep messing up. I am a bit sensitive so I asked to be switched to Mark, the lady at the front desk Irene, who I believe to be Eddy's wife was very sweet and understanding. She accommodated my needs accordingly. Mark is very laid back guy who will make you feel very comfortable and confident. He has a very relaxed style of teaching. He talks to you during the lesson to get you to feel at ease. Either instructor will prepare you for the test. Before taking these lessons I drove around in a parking lot probably 3 times for about 20 minutes each time or less, I had no idea how to drive. I'm confident that if this school could teach me how to drive then they could teach just about anyone. Took my road test for the first time yesterday and passed with O POINTS! read more

My brother bought me a birthday gift last year, 3 lessons and a driving course class, I had a year on it but I was very busy lot of family stuff going on. I called today and asked if I can extend it just a bit so I don't loose out on the money. The lady I spoke to was the nastiest woman not only did she scream at me saying ' You had a year on this it's not my fault you didn't use it' I tried to explain to her I had a lot of personal things going on not only she didn't want to hear it she was rude, unpleasant and straight out nasty as can be. I don't recommend this place to anyone trying to get there license. The lady is the manger, how she became a manger is a surprise to me. She has 0 customer service. Stay Away!! read more

I had an amazing experience with Gotham. Very Professional and nice people - from Irene the receptionist to Mark my instructor. I passed my road test on my second try. I was prepared but too nervous on my first try. I'm an older adult who never wanted to drive. Their consistent encouragement and support made all the difference. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to drive with confidence and skill. They are flexible and always work with you. Thanks Mark and Irene! read more

I took my pre licensing course together with a 10 hours of driving lessons. It was my first time driving so I was a bit nervous. Ed my instructor is amazing. He is very helpful, calm, friendly, and is always encouraging you. Everyday we would do something different and drive in different places, which was very helpful in preparing me for the road test. I passed the road test on the first try and I was extremely happy :) Irene is a sweetheart . I would definitely recommend Gotham Driving School and I would like to thank Ed and Irene for making the experience amazing not only for me but also for my dad, brother and my two cousins who also got the license at Gotham. read more

They are the best. I felt like it was a sign to go to their driving school. For years i had to get my license. I passed their office everyday at work. One day i decided to go in . Irene is wonderful. She set up my lessons according to my schedule, and everything went well from that. Eddy and Mark are THE BEST instructors i ever had. They explained the road test you as you drive to ensure that u kno the road. I love the fact they want u to understand the rules of the road . read more

Oh!!!!! yes I'm a fan as well a grateful student that got her license on the first try. My Instructor was Ed, he was so patience and had an answered for every question I had about driving. Super knowledgeable. I'm very happy that I went to this driving school. Thank Mr. Ed G. read more

I signed up for Yelp simply so that I could write a review about Gotham Driving School. I am one that believes if you know of a good thing, share so others may benefit from it. I took only four lessons with Mark G. and passed my DMV Road Test after having failed TWICE due to incorrect parallel parking. He makes you feel confident, he is firm yet gentle in his instructions and he has the best iTunes collection ever. Its like driving around with your favorite DJ for 45 minutes. He gave a few simple tips that made parallel parking a breeze, something that I thought I would never be able to perfect. The most awesome part of this school is that it is AFFORDABLE!!! I would recommend Gotham Driving School to anyone, anytime without reservation. You get your money's worth and MORE. Thanks to you, Mark I no longer have to wait for my husband or friends to take me anywhere. I no longer have to avoid work assignments in areas outside of New York because I couldn't drive. You gave me my independence for which I owe you an immense amount of gratitude. read more

I took a few classes with Mark and I got my driver's license. Mark is a great teacher and a nice guy. He teaches you everything you need to learn for the road test. I highly recommend his team. read more