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The Boathouse

4.7
4.7
12147 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
Enjoy upscale, family-friendly waterfront dining featuring spectacular floating artwork: dream boats from the 30’s, 40’s & 50’s. Immerse yourself both on land and on water with live music, and guided Amphicar rides. Enter the water with a splash, while you go for a 20-minute tour of the landmarks of Disney Springs. This incredible culinary experience is showcased in an expansive restaurant with three distinctive bars, including The Dock Bar, built over the water. The BOATHOUSE is managed by the internationally renowned and award winning Gibsons Restaurant Group, celebrated for exceptional food and extraordinary service. Delight in our gourmet menu served daily until 11 p.m. featuring steaks, chops, fresh seafood, and our raw bar.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 224 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:30 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:30 pm Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:30 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:30 pm Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (407) 939-2628

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Robert B. Getchell II

  • Neighborhood

    Lake Buena Vista

  • Cross street

    Hotel Plaza Blvd.

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access

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What 12,147 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Orlando / Central Florida East

    Most Booked

  • Orlando

    American

  • Orlando

    Most Booked

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  1. CindyH

    Miami

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter was great, friendly and knowledgeable. Delicious food. Good frinks
  2. JacoboC

    Denver

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great restaurant one of the best tuna you will ever eat.

    The BoathouseResponded 1 day agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  3. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Food was great, service was impeccable, and we didn’t have any issue finding a reservation.
  4. Tellitlikeitis

    New Orleans

    186 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    186 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Restaurant accommodated our group of nine. The group ordered a wide variety of menu selections and enjoyed them all. Especially liked were the crab cakes & cedar planked salmon.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is our second time here and we loved the food and the service. Great experience! We are from Texas and definitely will be back. Loved it

    The BoathouseResponded 1 day agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  6. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    They were very welcoming and accommodating when’s we decided we didn’t want the outside table they suggested for us but preferred indoor seating. Our waiter was very friendly and knowledgeable. Quick service of the kids meal too.

    The BoathouseResponded 1 day agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  7. SariE

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    After several years, I decided to return to the boathouse. Poor service in the past deterred me. I had 3 previous visits with absolutely horrible service. But not this time! Dillon our server made the night! He was fantastic from start to finish. Our food was amazing too. We had the tuna, mahi tacos, salmon and lobster Oscar. Everything was cooked perfectly and well presented. What a great night! You redeemed yourself, Boathouse, I will be back.
  8. Flower462

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was our first time at the boathouse, it did not disappoint, the food was excellent, best club sandwich I have had. Great decor and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Ps the apple bread pudding was delicious.
  9. SelenaLI

    Atlantic City

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great experience! Had the rib-eye steak and was delicious. Husband had grouper fish.
  10. TracyC

    Caribbean

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our favorite places at Disney Springs, food and service AAA+

    The BoathouseResponded 2 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  11. Lynn

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We sat at table on outside patio which was perfect. Salmon and red potatoes were delicious and highly recommend!! our waiter was attentive friendly and awesome!!

    The BoathouseResponded 2 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  12. MarkG

    Philadelphia

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had another amazing meal at The Boathouse! Food was delicious and we had requested Ricky as our server and once again he made it a wonderful night. We will surely be back in September to celebrate to celebrate our 44th anniversary. See you soon!
  13. Cowdogcam

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and exceptional service. Could not have been more pleased with the experience.

    The BoathouseResponded 1 day agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  14. PalmerT

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service! Staff could not have been friendlier.

    The BoathouseResponded 2 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  15. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a wonderful time! Appetizers were fantastic (shrimp cocktail + lump crab), service was great and our entrees were amazing as well. It was a slower dining experience, but that didn’t bother us at all! Would love to come back.

    The BoathouseResponded 2 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  16. MJSJG

    Philadelphia

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Check in was a mess and reservation times are never accurate. Expect to wait 20/30 min past reservation time. Food is standard and at times doesn’t not seem worth the value. During this visit there was a strong “fish” smell. Yes I know it’s a seafood restaurant but you should never be able to “smell” fish if the food is cooked right.
  17. richw

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, food and service was fantastic. One of our favorites at Disney Springs.

    The BoathouseResponded 3 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  18. ChristineL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Gabrielle was our server and she was fantastic! Food was incredible! Restaurant was a little warm.

    The BoathouseResponded 3 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  19. Richard

    Pittsburgh

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was a little slow. Pricing was high compared to same menu items at other restaurants

    The BoathouseResponded 3 days agoThank you for the review and we hope to see you again soon!

  20. scottw

    Minneapolis

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Always great and one of our favorites. The Brunch menu however is rather limited

    The BoathouseResponded 3 days agoThank you for the review and we hope to see you again soon!

  21. CathyW

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for brunch. Wait staff is excellent. Made eating with allergies a breeze!

    The BoathouseResponded 3 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  22. KrisR

    Orlando

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was amazing. Mike was a fantastic server. The food was delicious.

    The BoathouseResponded 3 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  23. SeanC

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Most amazing food and service! Marcus was one of the best servers we have ever had, so much so that we rebooked another reso for a few days from now.

    The BoathouseResponded 4 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  24. MarcC

    Orlando

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful location and consistently tasty food with a variety of selection for light flavors to nicely portioned dinners! A must try when at Disney Springs, Enjoy!

    The BoathouseResponded 4 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  25. GailY

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely amazing service and meal every time we visit! Service , food and atmosphere our favorite

    The BoathouseResponded 4 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  26. TomW

    Indiana

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service were top notch! Filet sliders outstanding ! Lobster tail Oscar was delicious and worth the splurge 😎 Salads were good sized portions and fresh and crisp

    The BoathouseResponded 4 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  27. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was great, they didn’t have the salsa ready when I ordered “duo dips” so they brought out 2 pimento cheeses. I dropped the side of potatoes off of my plate onto the floor when I was putting them into the to go box and they brought me out more immediately. They brought out a refill of pimento and salsa when we were leaving for a midnight snack. Never had a better experience with dinner.

    The BoathouseResponded 4 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  28. Delicious

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    Very loud; loud music on top of people talking. Food wasn’t great for the money spent. Best thing was the rolls and the shrimp cocktail. Steak over cooked and not seasoned great.
  29. Rose

    Atlantic City

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Service was impeccable. We ate on patio and it was great. Indoors seemed to be very loud. Food was very good.

    The BoathouseResponded 4 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  30. BridgetD

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    the food is great, the service was amazing, the tip is included for big groups! the rolls are the very best, we went with a big group and they were able to combine our reservations to have us all together!

    The BoathouseResponded 3 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  31. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a lovely anniversary meal here at sunset. 4th visit and would come back again.

    The BoathouseResponded 4 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  32. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Best place to eat at Disney. Amazing service by Marcus. The steaks and seafood and drinks are fantastic

    The BoathouseResponded 4 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  33. OpenTable Diner

    Norfolk

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely Fantastic! Our server was amazing and treated us like royalty for our anniversary. If we lived nearer we would be back all the time

    The BoathouseResponded 4 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  34. MichaelA

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great food and service. The lobster roll is amazing.

    The BoathouseResponded 4 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  35. LoriB

    Orlando

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Ric was top notch and we love the new deck. Food is always consistent and delicious. This is our first and last stop on our Orlando vacation. Thanks for being the pleasure of our company!

    The BoathouseResponded 4 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  36. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    The Boathouse has always been a favorite for us when visiting Disney Springs. This visit was just ok compared to others. I ordered a pasta dish and added shrimp and there was absolutely no flavor, evenr the shrimp were bland. While colorful and looked appealing it was a disappointment. Others at the table enjoyed the shrimp boil and Mac and Cheese. Service was not their normal standard. Our server was always in a hurry, would ask if we were ok and be walking away before we had a chance to answer. She was not attentive at all. For what we paid for our dinner and one beer, I expected a more. Will probably give the Boathouse a break next visit.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and atmosphere! The staff is incredibly friendly as well.

    The BoathouseResponded 4 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  38. Jkclhp

    New Mexico

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Second time at the Boathouse, we continue to be impressed with the drinks and the food.

    The BoathouseResponded 4 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  39. RyeleeG

    Naples

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I highly recommend the grouper! It was so delicious! Our server was amazing! Very quiet restaurant with awesome music! Will for sure be going back when I visit

    The BoathouseResponded 4 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

  40. onerustyone

    Naples

    87 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    87 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is one of our favorite restaurants, and we visit every time we are in Orlando...which is quite often. This time did not disappoint, and our waiter Scott was the best. Kudos to your operation!

    The BoathouseResponded 4 days agoThank you for the wonderful review and we hope to see you again soon!

FAQs

The Boathouse is rated 4.7 stars by 12147 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 224 times today
Google Map for The Boathouse

1620 East Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Hotel Plaza Blvd.

  • Neighborhood

    Lake Buena Vista

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:30 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:30 pm Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:30 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:30 pm Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Robert B. Getchell II

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access

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