39 Best Cocktail Bars near River Vale

“Let's Meat is a little neighborhood gem! The food is delicious, atmosphere is great and the service is always friendly and attentive. Drinks are good too! For a casual evening, try to get a seat at the bar or in the bar area. It is a quick drive from Saddle River, USaddle River, Park Ridge, Woodcliff Lake, etc. Check them out!“

“Love! Love! Love! I come atleast once a week for the last 2 years! it’s a friendly environment and the fooood is everything. Yonkers finest margaritas for sure I highly recommend ask for pavel she’s definitely the best bartender!!!! ???“

“I took my fiancé here for his birthday dinner last Saturday and it did not disappoint. My whole party loved the food and the drinks. They are definitely not cheap with the alcohol lol. The music is great. The vibe is amazing. Our waitress was Lorena and she was awesome. We loved this place so much we went back again yesterday for a date night. Amazing food and drinks again. Our waitress was Lorena again and she was great. There was live music by Rubia and she was so sweet and has a beautiful voice. We are definitely going to be regulars. This restaurant is amazing.“

“Great time at Golfzon! Tommy and the guy at the front that set us up and walked us through how to use the simulator were great! Drinks were awesome (thanks Tommy :)) and although I didn’t try the food I’ve heard it’s good. Will definitely be going again!“

“When you travel, you seek to find outstanding restaurants. Sometimes you win, other times, you don't. The Hudson House is a great find, a winner at every turn! From our initial greeting by the owner, Matt, to the great staff who didn't miss a beat, to the most critical part, the food, there wasn't a moment of regret. We started with a couple of tables shares. We had cheese plate with 3 cheeses, homemade fig jam to die for, fresh thinly sliced honeycrisp apples, delicious grapes, and an oil-infused crustini. Perfect start, followed by the burrata and pumpkin seed salad with carmelized pears and sweet potato chunks. I didn't think it could get better after this. I tried the sweet potato and fennel soup, very warm and hearty on a cold night, and the taste was just as I hoped! A beet and farro salad with radishes hit the mark! My partner had a fresh halibut that was cooked to perfection, served on ramen noodles and baby bok choy, with an array of fresh mushrooms, with a gentle but flavorful broth, but not enough to be called soup. To me, one of the best fish dishes I've tasted in a long time. Our guests, the wedding couple, ordered duck breast confit, and hanger steak. The duck, one of her favorites, was tender, most, cooked properly and seasoned well. It was a hit with her and her mother. The hanger steak was the choice of the groom, a very picky eater. He couldn't stop reaching about how amazing it was! Sadly, we were so full, we couldn't eat dessert. All the desserts are homemade by the owner, and they sounded unbelievable. But I'll have to return another time to speak to them. Finally, ask to sit in the jail cell. The pictures tell only some of the story. It's a wine cellar, a hidden romantic getaway, a reprise of days long gone. Or have a seat at the bar with the locals. Or just come and see the beautiful tin ceiling and walls. No matter what you do here, you won't be disappointed.“

“Great place or brunch. The service was impeccable and our food came out in great time and was delicious. I loved the ambience. What a gem in Fair Lawn. We ordered the eggs Benedict’s and the Coconut French Toast. So good and perfect for a girls brunch or group gathering.“

“All I can say is this was an excellent experience, A nice interactive experience in Nyack, if you are looking for something to do besides eating at a Restaurant. Naomi is an excellent instructor and Mr. T has fantastic recommendations for drinks. The bar is fully stocked with a variety of choices. The music was pleasant and the atmosphere was soothing. Great place for a date night, or an evening with the girls.“

“I've been to Tobalá a couple of times since they opened, and their food, drinks, and service have always been great. But last night, they were absolutely stunning. I tried a few dishes (Memelas de Wagyu and Enmoladas de Pato) for the first time, and I was in shock, super delicious!! I want to congratulate their staff and owners for their constant effort to elevate the experience at Tobalá and improve every day, bringing this beautiful concept to the community. Definitely my favorite restaurant in the area.“

“Great service , delicious food and the restaurant is gorgeous. I had Sarah as my waitress and she was the absolute sweetest, very attentive and kind. The portions sizes are great for the price. The Pan de Bono is amazing and their desserts are delicious as well. Will definitely be returning!“

“Wow. Great restaurant. While it was a bit pricey, the portions were very nice and the food was incredible. Don’t skip the arancini or homemade tiramisu. Alessandro was our waiter and the service was impecable. Thank you for a great night out!“

“Nice place. All food is good. Quick service. Really small place, only has about 8 tables. Had 2 strawberry margaritas. 1st one in a highball glass with a very dry lime wedge, decent. The 2nd one was in a short glass with another dry lime wedge that tasted different and not as good as the 1st one. Bad lime season so not the bars fault.Parking: Very small parking lot. Few spots in the street. After hours you can park in the post office parking lot across the street.Wheelchair accessibility: None in the front of building. I don't know about the back.“

“Food was good. The service was not. Our waitress did not smile much. She was playing with her cell phone when I approached to the service desk with computer and other billing stuff. She name starts with a C.I observed how she treated other customers, she was not warm nor smile either. I told myself, it was not me.“

“My boyfriend and I celebrated our 3-year anniversary at this restaurant, and I must say, the experience was nothing short of phenomenal. The flavors and taste of the dishes were absolutely delicious, leaving me wanting more with each bite. Not only that, but the service was impeccable. The manager, Tommy, and our waiter were incredibly attentive and treated us with such warmth and hospitality, making us feel incredibly welcome. Overall, it was an amazing dining experience that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for great food and exceptional service.“

“The food at this establishment was incredibly delicious, making it my second visit here. On our first visit, we didn't have a reservation, but the staff still accommodated us on a busy Saturday night. The food was exceptional. This time, we were seated in a better location, and the meatballs were outstanding! I enjoyed a Pom martini and the carbonara pasta, while my date savored the balsamic chicken, which was equally delightful. The top-tier customer service and dedication to patrons make this place worth visiting many more times!“

“We LOVO Boro6! It is out Friday night spot (but make sure you grab a reservation!). The staff are super friendly and always attentive. The food is always great — and the bread — I would just eat the bread and be happy! We need more places like this around Westchester! I hope they expand soon.“

“Why aren’t more people talking about this place??!!!??My friends and I went tonight night for dinner and drinks because we saw they had the speakeasy and we love that vibe.We decided to sit at the bar. Immediately, the bartender, Steven/Stephen, starts telling us about the place and it’s rich history. He was so kind and helpful the whole night. He made sure he connected with us for a great experience.We ordered espresso martinis, because obviously. They were INCREDIBLE. You can get it with or without Baileys which was nice. We even got decaf espresso. The level of sweetness was just right. The foam was foaming. They were truly a treat. 10/10. I also ordered a Tiramisu martini which came with a lady finger on top. This was a little stronger but still nice and creamy with great foam. 9/10.The food was absolutely DIVINE. He told us the food is made fresh because they don’t have a freezer..?!?!!? Impressive if true. We started off with the Arancini because they are my religion. Mouthwatering. The rice was perfectly cooked. The crispy outside was amazing. The flavors melded together well. 10/10. I had the Spicy Rigs. It was made with homemade pasta…!!!!!!!!!! I am not a pasta girly but when it’s homemade…consider me a pasta girly. The sauce was smooth and creamy. The tomatoes really came through. I wish the Calabrian chilis poked through a little more for more of a spice. However, the flavors were still balanced. 9/10.The vibes were immaculate! We got there about 7. A DJ started playing music around 9:30. It turned into a club vibe which was shocking. The music was blaring so it did become hard to hear each other. The music was still good though.They do have HH Monday - Friday which seems like really great deals on drinks/food.I would 100000000% come back here and recommend it to anyone. I hope to try their sister restaurant soon, Hudson Prime Steakhouse, which is the only steakhouse in Irvington apparently!!!For me to live in Westchester all my life and to not have heard of this place before is crazy! It was so good.“

“Love the updates that UL made to this space! Light and bright w new skylights. My favorite local chef, Jody Hunter, is at the helm making her signature delicious dishes. The Whipped Ricotta with Toasted Spice Oil, Pickled Onions, housemade Focaccia make me feel I am in Italy ❤️“

“My husband and I stopped in for a quick dinner for the first time and were amazed by the fast service. The restaurant was almost full but we received our drinks right away and food shortly after. The service was friendly (Marge, Giuseppe, and another server we didn’t catch his name). Nice local bar/restaurant to watch a game. The food was great and we would definitely come back!“

“My boyfriend loves red snapper so I am consistently seeking places that serve it - on the bone where possible. We just so happened to be in the area when I found it on the menu. Went once and now regularly drive an hour just to come here for the red snapper and Pollo al ajillo which is my favorite (huge garlic fan). I want to explore other items on the menu but I can't because I absolutely love that dish. The happy hour during the week is also fantastic, he drives and I indulge in mojitos, which is a huge win for me. The happy hour apps are great too! We've tried them all.“

“My husband and I met the bartender Paul, he was excellent, professional and his customer service was above and beyond all expectations! The food was delicious and filling! The staff was cheerful and attentive! We will be back very soon!!“

“JOVAN is the BEST SERVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! GIVE HIM A RAISE NOW! Not now, but, RIGHT NOW!!!!? HIS SERVICE WAS A MILLION OUT OF 10! Me & my girls will DEFINITELY be back!!!!❤️ THANK YOU JOVAN!!!!Parking: We found a park RIGHT IN FRONT“

“The attention is amazing,m, waitress is very attention, sharp, and fast. The place is accommodating and welcoming. The food is always fresh and tasty, I always enjoy my meal. Blueberry pancakes with side order of bacon well done and fresh OJ. I recommend.“

“I had a birthday party there on Saturday night, November 4. 50 of my closest friends and family were there and raved about everything. The food is out of this world. If you haven’t dined there, do yourself a favor and get there as quickly as you can. Danny runs a very welcoming place for people to gather and share stories. JoJo and Ryan behind the bar are so friendly and accommodating and last night the Koverups played, which just was the icing on the cake. Fabulous band! Will go Back. Danny, thank you for everything, best party where the memories will remain with me forever.❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“This is our new favorite place! Everything from the delicious, freshly prepared and beautifully presented food, to their staff, esp our amazing server Kley, to the welcoming new owners, Victoria & Joe, Taverna is definitely 5 stars ? ?!! 2 of the 3 pics were taken after we realized we forgot to take pics first bc after the delicious burrata appetizer, we couldn't wait to dig in to our crabcakes and chicken skewers! ?? Kley makes the best cosmos too! ??Love that they have entertainment too and so looking forward to Latin Dance Night!“

“Was visiting another store in the plaza and dropped in here for lunch. Wasn't busy so we were able to pick our seats. Nice drink menu and the margarita was large. The salsa tasted really fresh and had a little hint of spice to it. Loved the beef flautas. Service was friendly and fast. We also had a shot of coquito at the end that was delicious!“

“Our server was not interested in serving us to the level she should have. Normally the servers are very personable. Not this time. When you are asked if you want your martini served in a martini glass that's a problem. I asked for stuffed olives and was served plain. She corrected it later after I asked. I blame training on that. The manager was fantastic! Very attentive and personable. We have dined there many times and food is always terrific. It was nice to hear live music tonight. Please tell your servers NOT to stack plates. It's rude and disgusting. You're not a diner.“

“Julz was the most attentive and authentic server! Food was presented well, music was diverse and upbeat, and drinks were tasty/strong. First time here but not my last! Great place to come for hanging with friends, a regular meal, or to party. A true multifaceted experience. Shoutout to Julz again for putting the cherry on top of this amazing venue ??“

“I've lived in Ridgewood for over 10 years and have been past this place many times and kept saying that I would stop and grab a burger here. Last night my fiancée and I finally dined in. The food was excellent. The burgers were tasty, especially top with their secret sauce and the sweet potato fries were delicious, with a side of garlic aioli dipping sauce. The atmosphere reminded me of being in a bar but with a hint of the calmness of a winter cabin in the woods. What made our experience top notch was the service. Kim was our server and she made our first time very warm and welcoming as well as accommodating. Highly recommend this place to anyone who is looking to chow down on nice big, juicy burger or even a healthy salad.“

“Had 6:45p reservation. After 15 minutes of waiting finally acknowledged by a server. Otherwise food was delicious. Spicey rigatoni, chilean sea bass, prime skirt steak, truffle fries, calamari and burrata were all delicious. Parking not enough. Thank goodness able to park by another business since they were closed on Sundays.Parking: See other comment“

“we had the shrimp in garlic sauce with rice and maduros. My husband had sirloin stake with onions, rice and black beans. amazing food amazing service and amazing ambiance!! it's been so long since I had great food and this is definitely one of my favorites!! The service by Angia was amazing!! thank you Angie and thank you to The Grand Cubano Staff for the great food!!“

“We had some time to kill before an event and this place showed us a great time. Their DJ was fantastic! He knew we weren't regulars and still made us welcome. The food was perfect, if I am drinking I need perfect wings and they hooked it up. All in all the staff was friendly and the space was great I would definitely go back to enjoy another night.“

“The restaurant is great, staff very friendly & helpful in food & drink suggestions. Lovely deco, clean well managed. Menu selections are extremely delicious. Saturday night DJ play music which helps the vibe & have a fun evening.“

“Went for the first time to celebrate our daughter’s birthday. Really fun vibe as a speakeasy. Everything was great. Cocktails and Tapas were delicious. Especially loved the cheese fondue and the oysters Rockefeller. Had dinner as well and loved the beef Wellington as well as the mashed sweet potatoes! Desserts were a hit as well. The owner/chef, Dennis came out and chatted with us and he was super friendly and accommodating. A truly delightful evening. Can’t wait to go back!“

“Sabor Costeno is a restaurant whose delicious aromas can often entice neighbors during the warm summer months. I stopped by for the first time at the top of the year and my only regret is not having visited sooner. The restaurant is decorated with vibrant colors, artwork, and festive ornaments that create a timeless atmosphere. It feels like a Rockland County staple. The festive music elevates the mood without overwhelming the senses. Together, the design and atmosphere offer a relaxing dining experience that feels like being invited to a friend’s home.I kept things simple with my order and selected the number 1 specialty dish on the menu. This included white rice, lentils, plantain, chorizo (sausage), pork, and some steak as well. I also enjoyed a blackberry mora smoothie with milk. The smoothie is delicious but the meal is a delight. I enjoyed it so much I had a tough time putting my fork down!Sabor Costeno offers a family friendly gourmet dining experience that I’d highly recommend.“

“Stopped here for dinner tonight with 3 kids under 5. The servers were super kind and attentive. The food and drinks were at our table at a reasonable time and everything was delicious. I really enjoyed their steak tacos and their red sangria. Definitely stop in if you're in the area.Kid-friendliness: Super patient staff and more than willing to help with messy kids“

“The food here is terrific, and after a long absence, we finally had an opportunity to have dinner there with friends. Since our table wasn't ready for a while, the bartender comped us with drinks while we waited, which was unexpected and gratifying - as well as a really nice thing to do!“

“Our experience at BX Steakhouse was outstanding, thanks to Wendy's recommendation. Joselito, our server, provided attentive and professional service throughout the evening, ensuring that every aspect of our visit was enjoyable. The live music by Johnny Bliss added a nice touch to the atmosphere. Additionally, the drinks were expertly made and paired perfectly with our meal. Overall, we had a wonderful time and plan to return soon for another memorable dining experience.“

“Santiago was a great server, he knew the menu very well, he recommended almost everything on the menu to the point we let him chose our meals and it was all wonderful. Everything was great, the service, the food came out in a timely matter, there was water ready at the table to quench our thirst. For 4 people spent $200, that's with an appetizer 2 entrees. We had a kid who had fries and someone who had a soup special and buffalo wings (they ate before getting there). No cocktails, 4 sodas; that's gratuity included. Overall, the ambiance is great, right by the train, across from the waters, plenty of parking.“

“I had my sister’s bridal shower here and it was more than amazing! The staff, food and drinks were great! Chris and the staff were all so accommodating and easy to work it! I will definitely be going back there and highly recommend to everyone!“