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Central Park Boathouse, New York, NY

Central Park Boathouse

4.6
4.6
1067 Reviews
$50 and over
Continental

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
19:00
Booked 112 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Dine with us in the beautifully updated restaurant that reimagines the Boathouse's iconic history and charm. Reviving old traditions and making new ones – we’ve got something for everybody.

Monday - Friday
LUNCH: 12pm -5pm

Saturday & Sunday
BRUNCH: 11am - 5pm

In addition, our outdoor Café, is open Daily from 8am to 7pm.

*For parties of 13 or more: please contact us at info@centralparkboathouse.com or kavila@legends.net

**Please Note** Our restaurant is located inside of Central Park, which means all guests must arrive on foot, there is no parking at our property. The closest entrance and cross streets are 72nd street and 5th Ave.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Continental
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 12:00–17:00 Daily 08:00–16:45 Sat, Sun 11:00–17:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    Cash not accepted
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Adam Fiscus
  • Area
    Upper East Side
  • Cross Street
    72nd Street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    C or B Train to 72nd Street and Central Park Westor 6 Train to 68th or 77th
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Easter at The Boathouse

    20 Apr 2025 only
    Join us this Easter for a delightful dining experience! We'll be serving Brunch 11am-3pm and Dinner 3pm-8pm. Come and enjoy our exclusive Easter specials, available all-day: Grilled Rack of Lamb, Mustard Glazed Ham, and Prime Rib. Gather with loved ones and enjoy a memorable meal in a scenic lakeside setting. For full menu details, please visit our website.
    Easter at The Boathouse photo

What 1,067 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Central Park Boathouse offers a "beautiful atmosphere" with "stunning views" of the lake, making it a quintessential NYC dining experience. Guests praise the "excellent service" and "delicious food," highlighting dishes like the duck and Parker rolls. Ideal for special occasions, it's a "must-visit" for its iconic location and ambiance.
1,067 Reviews
  1. Courvoisier

    Cancun1 review

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Poor menu for brunch on Sunday, only 4 choices. Food was not exceptional. Good service Boathouse a few years ago was very very good, now it’s expensive, not so good. Last time for us.
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Courvoisier, We're sorry to hear about your experience at Central Park Boathouse. We strive to offer a variety of choices for our brunch menu, but it's clear we missed the mark during your visit. We appreciate your feedback on our food and service, and we'll certainly take your comments into consideration as we continually work to improve our guests' experiences. We hope to have the chance to provide you with the dining experience you remember us for. Best, The Management Team

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  2. Paris

    Denver5 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Bad service and food. Do not recommend. Nice views.
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Paris. We're really sorry to hear that your experience at Central Park Boathouse didn't meet your expectations. We strive to provide the best service and food, and we're disappointed to hear that we fell short during your visit. We're glad you enjoyed the views, though! We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Best, The Management Team

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  3. Michelli VIP

    Tucson13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had my friends meeting to celebrating and it was great and the total experience worth it! Make reservation if you want to seat closer to the water side. Good was amazing! I will come back when in the NY
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the review, Michelli! We're thrilled to hear that you and your friends had a great time celebrating at Central Park Boathouse and that the total experience was worth it. It's great to know that you enjoyed the food and the value we offer. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back when you're in New York! Best, The Management Team

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Boise1 review

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Burger - blah Pasta very very small portions Sparkling water was excellent
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Hello, We're sorry to hear that you found our food and portions not up to your expectations. We strive to provide the best experience for our guests, and your feedback is important to us. We're glad to know that you enjoyed our sparkling water and appreciated our service. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and exceed your expectations. Best, The Management Team

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  5. Katie

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favourite NYC restaurants. The service & food is always excellent & such a beautiful venue. Very special place.
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Katie, thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that Central Park Boathouse is one of your favorite NYC restaurants. It's wonderful to know that you enjoy our service and food, and that you appreciate our beautiful venue. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience for all our guests, and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  6. Steve VIP

    New York City214 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Parker house rolls were delicious. The roasted mushrooms were excellent and very filling complimented by the side of roast faro. Service was impeccable and of course the view is always amazing every season
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the review, Steve! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Parker House rolls and the roasted mushrooms. It's great to know that our service met your expectations. We're also glad that you found the view of Central Park Boathouse to be amazing every season. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fabulous place in the Park. Noisy on Sundays when all the windows are closed…when opened 🧨💥
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Hi, Thank you so much for your kind words and for giving us a perfect rating! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time at Central Park Boathouse and found our place in the Park to be fabulous. We understand that noise levels can vary on different days and we appreciate your understanding. We're always working on improving our guest experience and your feedback is invaluable to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  8. JadrankaD

    Cleveland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful atmosphere, friendly staff. We had a 2:45 PM reservation for five but came an hour early with our 3 granddaughters (done with museum early) and they kindly arranged for a table at 2PM. The food was delicious. Recommend the duck and the lump crabmeat!
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for visiting us, JadrankaD! We're thrilled to hear that you and your granddaughters enjoyed your dining experience at Central Park Boathouse. It's great to know that our duck and lump crabmeat were a hit! We strive to provide a wonderful atmosphere for our guests, and we're glad we could meet your expectations. We appreciate your early arrival and look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best, The Management Team

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  9. Alan

    Kansas City32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food, service and atmosphere. Highly recommend for brunch!
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Alan! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food, service, and atmosphere at Central Park Boathouse. Your high recommendation for brunch means a lot to us. We noticed that you rated us a bit lower on value, and we appreciate your honesty. We strive to provide the best quality in every dish and we'll take your feedback into account. Looking forward to serving you again soon! Best, The Management Team

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  10. lmack214 VIP

    New York City23 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food and service. Very pretty renovation and view.
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, lmack214! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and service at Central Park Boathouse. We're also glad you appreciated our renovation and the view from our restaurant. We noticed your rating on value and we truly value your input. We're always looking for ways to improve and your feedback helps us do that. We hope to see you again soon! Best, The Management Team

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Central Park Boathouse is rated 4.6 stars by 1067 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 112 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Central Park Boathouse

Park Drive North E 72nd St, New York, NY 10021

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    72nd Street
  • Area
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 12:00–17:00 Daily 08:00–16:45 Sat, Sun 11:00–17:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Continental
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    C or B Train to 72nd Street and Central Park Westor 6 Train to 68th or 77th
  • Payment Options
    Cash not accepted
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Adam Fiscus
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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