Central Park Boathouse

4.5

1021 Reviews

$50 and over

Continental

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2 people

Feb 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 37 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 Express Cafe, is open daily from 8am to 5pm.

*For parties of 10 or more: please contact us at info@centralparkboathouse.com

**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.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Continental
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Daily 8:00 am–4:45 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm
Phone number
(718) 973-9339
Website
https://www.centralparkboathouse.com/
Payment options
Cash not accepted
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Chef Adam Fiscus

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

Souleil Wines: Wine Flight Experience
Mar 26, 2025 only
Join us on March 26th from 12pm-2pm and meet Emma Cauvy, Souleil Wines Brand Ambassador, as she shares her expertise and chats tableside with guests who purchase a wine flight. Wine Flight Souleil Vin de Bonté, Languedoc, France $20 Le Blanc, Le Rosé, Le Rouge 2oz each
St. Patrick's Day Specials
Mar 17, 2025 only
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with us and enjoy a complimentary Irish soda bread with Kerrygold butter with the purchase of an entrée! Entrées Shepherd's Pie, Carved Corned Beef, Fish & Chips Desserts Irish Guinness Chocolate Cake, Irish Apple Cake Featured Cocktail Irish Maid Featured Beer Guinness Irish Stout Please visit our website for full menu details and pricing.

What 1,021 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

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Central Park Boathouse boasts a "breathtaking atmosphere" and "lovely setting" with views of the lake. Diners appreciate the "excellent service" and "delicious food," particularly noting its "amazing" ambiance. While some find prices high, many argue it's "worth it for the view" and iconic NYC experience.

1,021 Reviews

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Dan
Yorkshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Heating was very high and next to the glass although view was great it was very hot and too bright. Some blinds would be great just to give a bit of shade. That’s said food and service was 1st class.
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Laura
Dallas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed the scallop/pomegranite special and crab cake. Perfection! Lovely meld of flavors. Hubby really enjoyed his JUICY, flavorful burger. Topped it off with delicious creme brûlée. Irish Coffee needed a little more HEAT. VIEW was spectacular with the rain falling on the ice. First time to New York from Dallas TX and this was a top Fiver!
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Jeffrey
VIP
Charleston
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Terrific brunch. Exceptional service. Beautiful view of Central Park.
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janet
New York City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous luncheon dining experience on a cold, snowy day. Service was exceptional, iconic NYC view, food delicious, loved the jazz music -- all A+!
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Lulu
Fort Lauderdale
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant, impeccable service and outstanding dishes. Will come back next time we’re in NYC
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Gael
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was scrumptious and very satisfactory. The view and the feel of the place was amazing! Good vibes!
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Adrian
VIP
San Francisco
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Boathouse es una joya gastronómica que combina una excelente cocina con un servicio impecable. Su menú ofrece platillos de alta calidad, preparados con ingredientes frescos y presentados con un toque gourmet. Cada bocado refleja un equilibrio perfecto de sabores, destacando mariscos frescos y carnes jugosas. El ambiente es acogedor y elegante, ideal para disfrutar de una comida inolvidable. El servicio es excepcional: atento, amable y siempre dispuesto a hacer recomendaciones acertadas. La relación calidad-precio es inmejorable, asegurando una experiencia culinaria que supera las expectativas. Sin duda, Boathouse es una parada obligatoria para quienes buscan excelencia en cada detalle.
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Nandita
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My favorite spot to take out-of-town visitors. Lovely vibe and views. The food is always very good. Excellent service.
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Adrian
East Sussex
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We ate here on our last day in NYC, had a table by the window with a lovely view over the pond. Service was exceptional, friendly and informative. Food was amazing and reasonable priced. We would definitely tell any of our friends who are visiting NYC to eat here.
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Mariana
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfeito!!!! Vista espetacular!!! Comida sensacional!!!
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FAQs

Central Park Boathouse is rated 4.5 stars by 1021 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Experiences are available.

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

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
72nd Street
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Daily 8:00 am–4:45 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm
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

Website
https://www.centralparkboathouse.com/
Phone number
(718) 973-9339

Central Park Boathouse

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Souleil Wines: Wine Flight Experience

St. Patrick's Day Specials

Menu

What 1,021 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

How is Central Park Boathouse restaurant rated?

Is Central Park Boathouse currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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