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    River Dock Cafe

    2.6 (262 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, American
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Touristy
    Casual
    Good for kids

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    Fried calamari
    Andrew M.

    This place is conveniently located right by the exit of the system island ferry, and there's not much else here. However it's very disappointing. Calamari was very soft, soggy and fishy. Burger was tasteless. The good thing about this place is the view of the New York skyline and Statue of Liberty from a far but that's it. Service was average, not bad but not great.

    Red River cocktail
    Taryn C.

    Maybe a bit touristy trappy, but there's nothing else really in the area for a quick cocktail or beer. I stopped in after shopping at the outlets, and had some time to kill before heading back to the other fair isle. I got a drink, the red River cocktail (which was a mezcal, pomegranate liqueur and some Bitters). It was prettier than it tasted, but over all it was okay. Next time, I'll probably get a bullet can from the bodega in the terminal.

    Dirty Martini with a view of beautiful NYC.
    C A.

    Conveniently located in the SI Ferry Terminal, with beautiful views of NYC skyline, outdoor seating in the summertime. The food is very good, delicious cocktails and friendly service.

    Waygu burger.
    Frank L.

    Hi, visited this spot at the Staten Island Ferry area, it was quiet, clean. Attentive staff, nice outdoor area to enjoy views of NYC skyline and harbor traffic. Food we selected was great, well cooked and presented in a creative way.

    Lobster Ravioli
    Zaria D.

    I went with a group of friends and because we didn't have time to explore Staten Island, we decided to give this spot a try. It was a large group but the place was not super busy. It took awhile for us to get served. Our server was okay but very structured in her method of taking orders. My friend was really hungry and wanted her meal with the appetizers and she told her no and that she has to wait. Then my friend wanted dessert early, again a no. Finally ordered calamari, lobster ravioli and crab cakes. The calamari wasn't bad. Nor the best, not the worse. After time, I forgot I order crab cakes. The food came out including the crab cakes. The lobster ravioli was okay. My friends had issues with their food, especially the lobster mac and cheese which was like it came from the box. My friend did finally say something. I didn't eat all my crab cakes but overall they were okay. I ended up leaving two of the three there on accident. I would probably not return since there are so many other restaurants in NYC to try out. It served its purpose for the group that night.

    Laguna
    Steve A.

    Best view from the ferry terminal on Staten Island. It wasn't busy that evening. There's a decent beer selection. Food is okay. Pretty convenient to go to. A lot just go to Staten Island to take pictures on the ferry. Most turn back right away. Why not enjoy the view a little longer. In the terminal is this bar. The best thing about it of course is the view of the skyline. As for the drinks they aren't bad either. Beer selection includes many local choices like the Five Boroughs IPA. After taking the ferry all the way to Staten Island, just stay awhile. Hang around the terminal and this bar. There's some good picture opportunities and sightseeing.

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    5 months ago

    Not good food, service or selection of drinks. I would leave the ferry terminal and eat elsewhere on Bay Street.

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    2 years ago

    Got a beer and the seafood salad. Salad was amazing and came with a ton of crab and lobster. I'll come back just for the salad

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    4 years ago

    Hidden gem. I enjoyed their shrimp and zucchini spaghetti dish. Can't beat the view from the dock.

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