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Mezze on the River, New York, NY

Mezze on the River

4.5
4.5
212 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean
Situated directly on the water overlooking the Hudson River, in the Battery Park section of Manhattan, diners will experience a fresh take on Mediterranean, Greek and seafood dishes created by Executive Chef Antelmo Ambrosio.
Mezze on the River boasts two outdoor dining terraces with direct Hudson River views in addition to indoor seating with floor-to-ceiling windows, giving diners an unobstructed view of the passing sailboats and yachts leaving the nearby North Cove Marina.
Featuring delicious Brunch offerings, a perfectly-crafted cocktail menu, and signature dishes like Flying Octopus and Black Squid Ink Truffle Lobster Pasta, Mezze on the River creates the perfect escape from the daily NYC grind .

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 21 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Mediterranean, Seafood, Greek

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (212) 432-1451

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Owned/operated by

    Black/African American, Latinx or Hispanic, LGBTQ+, Middle Eastern, South Asian/Indian, Women

  • Executive chef

    Antelmo Ambrosio

  • Private party facilities

    For Private Events, please visit: https://merchantshospitality.tripleseat.com/party_request/20397.

  • Neighborhood

    Battery Park

  • Cross street

    Mezze is located on the Hudson River Esplanade between Liberty & Albany

  • Parking details

    None

  • Public transit

    1 &amp; E at World Trade Center<br />R &amp; W at Cortlandt St. <br />4 &amp; 5 at Fulton St.<br />PATH Train at World Trade Center

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 212 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Manhattan

    Great for scenic views

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Coffee refill was a full charge. Not ideal for an upscale restaurant . Poor judgement . Otherwise food wasn’t great
  2. Mjk8

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent. Server Lyndi (spelling?) was excellent. We really enjoyed the whole experience.
  3. NATALIYAZ

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful view,nice environment, delicious food with a very nice presentation
  4. luv2eatout

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great views, vibe and music! Staff went out of their way to make sure we were enjoying ourselves.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect in every way for our visitor from Italy. The view!
  6. Jayski

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We went for brunch. The choices are not vast but are delicious and you can order from the regular menu as well. It is a small place so service is very good and attentive. All in all a good experience and will be back in the summer.
  7. trish

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is the second time my husband and I have dined at this restaurant. On both occasions the service and the food was great. Not to mention the view of the Hudson from our table. This is what you want from a restaurant ambience, great food and good service. Can’t wait to visit again.
  8. wheelsmp

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great value. Service was excellent. Food was really great. My daughter had the lamb chops. And I had the ginger tiger prawns. Molten lava cake was also delightful. Cocktail menu is also strong. Will definitely come back.
  9. Tanyahtzee

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a delightful spot for lunch. Prefect river views, very attentive service, and spectacular food. We will be back!
  10. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely phenomenal restaurant! Our server Selestra was top notch, she allowed us to dine at our leisure, enjoying our cocktails and the beautiful scenery. We will definitely be back!
  11. GerryJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Used Travelzoo voucher for champagne and seafood dinner. Excellent value for very good food. Service was very good. Beautiful view across the Hudson River. Nice ambiance. Overall, a very special evening.
  12. local

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    great food! took more than 35 min tho arrive though. no black coffee refills while waiting!
  13. MarieAnnR

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Everything was excellent, Almost. Octopus can be more tender and seasoned. I did not like the cheese cake . I would have preferred the Molten lava cake with ice cream
  14. beatrizv

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing! The staff is kind and helpful!
  15. PaJC

    Philadelphia

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Drove 300 miles on that Friday, and it felt great to sit down to dinner with the fam at Mezze on the River. Very satisfying
  16. ValerieK

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great location and great food! The views across the Hudson from the restaurant are incredible. We loved every part of our dinner which was a Travelzoo special. Will definitely be going back.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a lovely dinner at Mezze. We started with happy hour at the bar. Oysters were delicious and my cosmo was done correctly. For dinner we tried the octopus and cigars as apps we were full after those so we split the Wagu steak. All was delicious. Staff was very friendly. Food was very good and the views were outstanding
  18. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience1
    The restaurant staff was very kind and nice. However the music was WAY too loud and we were not able to enjoy conversation at dinner. Just two of us sitting less than 2 ft apart and we couldn’t hear each other. The preset menu only had 1 vegetarian friendly option and no chicken dish. I ordered the Mediterranean Paella and my shrimp was not cooked at all! It was completely pale and white. The menu offered two dessert items, but we were told last minute that we’re only allowed one dessert per table. This was silly considering we’re paying $150 per person. The staff started cleaning up while we were still eating and propped a door open, causing the freezing breeze to blow directly onto us. They apologized with a free tequila shot, but considering it was a Tuesday, it was completely unnecessary. Overall I feel like this experience was a waste of $377 (after tax and tip) for a 2 person dinner. I will not be returning anytime soon.
  19. LenE

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Valentines Day dinner with my wife was anticipated to be wonderful but turned out to be just so-so. Beautiful views but average food. Service was polite and they made the effort but at times were inconsistent. For example: We were advised that a dish was accompanied by a vegetable but after ordering was told it was not. But such advise was provided too late to do any thingu Overall, the staff tried hard to be accommodating and that effort was appreciated as it balanced a lackluster menu offering/taste. Sadly, this was a pre fixe dinner with 20% service reward included. This mo options to express to the restaurant my dissatisfaction.
  20. OlgaH

    New York Area

    23 reviews

    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The food was excellent, as was our server. Since it is a small place and some of the seating is at high-top tables in the front, I suggest you call about where you will be seated in case you have a preference. Will return for brunch and dinner again.
  21. Rachel

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I went for restaurant week and it was amazing.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience2
    The food wasn't great. There was no salt in most of the dishes. The waiting time to get food was too long...even drinks. Overall not a great experience.
  23. Carter

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I would definitely bring people here in the future.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Slow service on a Saturday. Space is very tight. We were seated close to the back with a constant draft. Drinks (mr atticus) excellent. Food was decent. The location and views create a remarkable ambiance.

    Mezze on the RiverResponded on January 29, 2023Hello, I am sorry to hear that your visit with us was not a positive one. Thank you for taking the time to leave this honest review as we use these to better the restaurant in all areas. Id love to invite you back and give you the positive experience we aim to provide. Should you like to make a reservation, please email me at stephanie@mezzeontheriver General Manager Stephanie Mendoza

  25. ChrisK

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    We arrived before the dinner crowd, but the wait staff forgot to bring my friend’s drink, even though they weren’t even busy yet. The tables were setup way too close to each other for profit, waters and guests had a hard time navigating, impossible to get out of your table and all around without brushing against others or their tables. Food was ok/good, everything tasted good, but most were hard to chew. The view and neighborhood are lovely, if you reserve table ahead of time or arrive not in rush hours, you get window seats. I also recommend ordering food that are easy to cook softer/moister. Food quality is good, but their cooking it isn’t the best.
  26. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great spot on the river. Highly recommend
  27. NicoleB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The resturant staff in a whole was very polite and the food was great. The place is small and cozy to have a wonderful intimate meal. I would return to the establishment
  28. LaurenD

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The nice place to have a dinner with family and friends, food is delicious and the view is beautiful.
  29. BenjaminM

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Great food and service. Only negative was they forgot to remove an item from one of our dishes as part of my partner’s dietary restrictions.
  30. MicheleS

    Wilmington

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dinner with friends. Great experience. Beautiful view. Excellent service
  31. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience3
    It isn’t worth the trouble of getting there. The food is as lousy as the view is stunning. My suggestion would be to take a walk on the esplanade and then remove to a restaurant where the emphasis is on the food and not the view. Alas one can’t eat the view.

    Mezze on the RiverResponded on January 7, 2023Hi there, I apologize for our food not being up to your standard and thank you for taking the time to leave us a review as we use this feed back to improve the restaurant in all areas. Id love to chat more about your experience and invite you back to dine with us. My email is stephanie@mezzeontheriver, please don't hesitate to reach out! Stephanie Mendoza General Manager

  32. Kris

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall1food4service2ambience2
    We had reservations for two people at 12:00pm. Got there at 11:58am but doors were locked. We could see employees looking at us from inside, reservation came and went and they still didn’t let us in until 12:10pm. Very weird. We were provided menus, after some time we submitted out orders. 15 minutes later the waitress returns and says she accidentally gave us the wrong menu and we need to choose from a different menu. We chose a different order. When food came out, one of the orders was wrong. Towards the end we noticed a commotion at another table. This other table paid their bill, but the waitress returned their receipt but not their card. They were looking around for the card and eventually found it. When we paid our bill I jokingly said to my friend that I bet their card wasn’t inside. Sure enough, they also didn’t return our card and had to go hunt for it. Good food, but overall extremely slow service and repeated sloppy mistakes.

    Mezze on the RiverResponded on January 12, 2023Hello Kristin, Thank you for taking the time to leave us this honest review. We take these matters seriously and use the feedback to improve. I apologize your time with us was less than what we strive to have our guests experience when they dine with us. I'll be messaging you directly shortly. Stephanie Mendoza General Manager

  33. RonaldC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    The restaurant gave us good time, fantastic food & great experience to celebrate the New Year Eve!
  34. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a great time for a birthday celebration. Food and service were great, beautiful view of the Hudson River and the Statue of Liberty
  35. Letseatout

    New York Area

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great. I had the Chilean sea bass which was perfect. They were a tad slow in serving it and knew we were making a show and offered complimentary wine and profuse apologies. We made our show easily but greatly appreciated their concern. Highly recommend.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 25, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere. Lovely staff.
  37. Loshie

    New York Area

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    The best server ever, delicious food, beautiful view!
  38. Juliac

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice service. Beautiful view.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Service and food was amazing, the music was too loud for us to talk. Aside from that the location with the view is exceptional!
  40. AmyH

    Coastal Georgia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful views of the esplanade! The food was wonderful. We had the lamb meatballs and the brunch burger! I would definitely recommend.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Mezze on the River is rated 4.5 stars by 212 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 21 times today
Google Map for Mezze on the River

375 South End Ave, New York, NY 10280

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Mezze is located on the Hudson River Esplanade between Liberty &amp; Albany

  • Neighborhood

    Battery Park

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Mediterranean, Seafood, Greek

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    None

  • Public transit

    1 & E at World Trade CenterR & W at Cortlandt St. 4 & 5 at Fulton St.PATH Train at World Trade Center

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Black/African American, Latinx or Hispanic, LGBTQ+, Middle Eastern, South Asian/Indian, Women

  • Executive chef

    Antelmo Ambrosio

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (212) 432-1451

  • Private party facilities

    For Private Events, please visit: https://merchantshospitality.tripleseat.com/party_request/20397.

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