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Central Park Boathouse, New York, NY

Central Park Boathouse

4.6 (1158)
$50 and over
Continental
Park Drive North E 72nd St, New York, NY 10021

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 126 times today

About this restaurant

  • 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 - Saturday
LUNCH: 11am -4pm
DINNER: 4pm-9pm

Sunday
BRUNCH: 11am - 3pm
DINNER: 3pm-8pm

In addition, our outdoor Café, is open Daily from 8am to 7pm and our Dockside Bar is open Daily from 11am to dusk, weather permitting. Both are first come, first served and not bookable.

*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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Continental
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Cash not accepted
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Adam Fiscus
  • 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, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,158 people are saying

Central Park Boathouse reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Central Park Boathouse offers a "magical experience" with "beautiful views" of the lake, superb food, and "exceptional service." Diners praise its "iconic location" and "friendly staff," making it a "must-visit" in NYC. While some found the service inconsistent, the overall ambiance and delightful dishes make it memorable.

1,158 Reviews
  1. Bliss VIP

    Kansas City4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Paying for the ambience and location. Food was ok.

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  2. Danna

    San Antonio1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jim was our server & he did a phenomenal job! It was my Daughter & I’s birthdays & he was so great with our group of 5. We sat right by the water & had a great time. The food & drinks were all great!!
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for celebrating with us, Danna. We're so glad Jim made your visit special and that you enjoyed the food, drinks, and view. We hope to see you again soon! Best, Central Park Boathouse Team

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  3. Patricia

    Washington DC17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service. Great food recommendations. Sophisticated menu but with perfect variety.
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your fantastic review, Patricia. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience for all our guests and it's always rewarding to hear when we've succeeded. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Central Park Boathouse Team

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  4. Pablo

    Greater Boston1 review

    1.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Beautiful location on a sunny spring date…horrible food, bad service and too expensive for what it is totally ruins the experience…its really sad for such a NY lanark.
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Pablo, we're truly sorry to hear about your disappointing experience at Central Park Boathouse. We strive to provide a memorable experience for our guests and it's clear that we fell short this time. We understand your concerns about the food and service, and we assure you that we take all feedback seriously. We're continuously working on improving our offerings and service. We hope you'll give us another chance to show you the true Central Park Boathouse experience. Thank you for your honest feedback. Best, Central Park Boathouse

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  5. Eugene

    Orlando3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our server Christopher was amazing, his friendless and professionalism were outstanding.
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your kind review, Eugene! It's fantastic to know that our team's professionalism and friendliness stood out during your visit. We always strive to provide excellent food and service, and your feedback lets us know we're on the right path. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best, Central Park Boathouse Team

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  6. Steve

    Atlanta3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience great waiter. My meal was excellent. Wife, not so much. Beautiful setting. Quite pricey.
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the review, Steve! It's great to know that our service met your expectations. We appreciate your feedback on the food, and we're sorry to hear that it didn't quite hit the mark for your wife. We aim to provide a balance of quality between both aspects. We understand your concerns about the pricing and we strive to provide the best value possible. We hope to serve you and your wife again soon! Best, Central Park Boathouse

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  7. Donna Donna

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The view was amazing! The food was great and the service and all employees were outstanding. Loved it here!
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Donna! We're happy to hear that you loved the view and found our food and service to be outstanding. We look forward to welcoming you back to Central Park Boathouse soon. Best, Central Park Boathouse Team

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  8. Jane

    Cambridge1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Once again we had a wonderful experience at The Boathouse. The service , food and ambiance is always wonderful. A very special place. We will be back the next time we are in New York.
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the review, Jane! It's great to know that our service, food, and ambiance consistently meet your expectations. We're honored to be a special place for you and we're looking forward to your next visit to New York. Best, Central Park Boathouse Team

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  9. Linda

    Fort Lauderdale2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An authentic, old-school dining experience in the middle of gorgeous Central Park. We dine here every time we are in Manhattan and have never had anything but an elegant gourmet meal and world-class service. I cannot recommend it enough. The view, the ambiance, and the food join elegance with a casual feel.

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  10. Ian

    New York City1 review

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambience was lovely. View spectacular with great jazz music in background. I was disappointed with the food. They forgot our drinks and steak knife. Food was over all cold, stake not cooked to order. Had to send chips back and seem to have been reheated. Manager refunded some of the cost but made it seem my problem that I didn’t report every fault at the time. I was frankly embarrassed to have needed to complain so many times. I personally wouldn’t go back but don’t let my experience put you off. You might get a better chef. Service was great.
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Central Park Boathouse. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the ambiance. However, we're sorry to hear that the food didn't meet your expectations. We strive to provide the best quality food and service to our guests, and we regret that we fell short this time. We also apologize for the inconvenience caused by the missing items and the issue with your steak knife. We hope you'll give us another chance to provide you with a better dining experience! Kindly, Central Park Boathouse Team

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 126 times today
Google Map for Central Park Boathouse

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–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 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, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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