Central Park Boathouse

Name: Central Park Boathouse
Address: Park Drive North E 72nd St, New York, NY, United States, 10021
Telephone: (718) 973-9339
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6

889 Reviews

$50 and over

Continental

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2 people

28 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 29 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
Area
Upper East Side
Cross Street
72nd Street
Parking details
None
Public transit
C or B Train to 72nd Street and Central Park West<br />or 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

Thanksgiving at The Boathouse
USD 95.00 per person
Prepaid
28 Nov 2024 only
Join us for a memorable Thanksgiving celebration at The Boathouse! Our crafted pre-fixe menu showcases a festive feast that honors cherished traditions. Choice of one starter, one entrée and one dessert. To Start- Complimentary Relish Tray, Parker House Rolls Starters- Stuffed Mushrooms, Butternut Squash Soup, New York Cheese Plate, Bibb Salad Entrées- Roasted Turkey, Mustard Glazed Ham, Faroe Island Salmon, Ricotta Ravioli, Prime Rib of Beef (+15 Supplement) Dessert- Pumpkin Cheesecake, Pecan Tart, Warm Apple Crisp To see full menu details please visit our website. If you'd like to reserve for a party of 9 or more guests please contact Katerina Avila by email kavila@legends.net or by phone (347)266-0541.

What 889 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
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Central Park Boathouse offers a "wonderful lunch and view," with standout dishes like crab cakes. Despite some service hiccups, the restaurant shines with "amazing service" and a "beautiful setting." Ideal for special occasions, this iconic spot balances "great food" and a "lovely atmosphere" in Central Park.

890 Reviews

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andrew
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent thanksgiving lunch at the boathouse. Great food and service
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Vitor
New York City
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful thanksgiving experience at the Boathouse. Great service, food and lake views from anywhere you are. We were by the windows so wonderful view. Festive. A NY classic!
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Milad
Toronto
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
The service was not great. Food was okay but too pricey for the quality.
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Mary
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first visit to New York and a friend recommended The Boathouse. We had a lovely window and very friendly server. I had the vegan and gluten free mushroom entree and members of our party enjoyed pasta, crab cake, burgers, soup and salad. All of the dishes we delicious! We walked to the restaurant after visiting The Met for a couple of hours. After lunch, we walked back to the museum until close. A magical NYC day!
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Roberto
Las Vegas
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Checkin was great but unfortunately the service is not what you should have to expect. It is just evident that they are mainly dealing with tourists and the level of service overall is just low. 20% of tip automatically added to your check is the best way to not motivate your employees to do their best.
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Roselie Paul
Nashville
295 reviews
1.0
295 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Overhyped. The service was really bad and the place was not clean- bathrooms filthy and food slow and was not good. Almost like banquet food.
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Autumn
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant's location is unbeatable, with expansive windows framing Central Park. It feels as though the beauty of the park has been invited inside to complement the elegant, yet comfortable decor. The menu is outstanding and offers amazing cocktails. This restaurant is more than a dining spot—it's an experience. Perfect for a romantic dinner, celebratory brunch, or simply a treat for yourself, it checks every box. With its exceptional staff and unparalleled view of Central Park, it’s no wonder diners leave with full hearts and happy palates. Five stars, without question.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff and food were excellent!!!!! We had an amazing true NYC experience at the Boathouse! Can’t wait to return!
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Lawrence
New York City
23 reviews
vip
1.0
23 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Waitress had old dried stains all over her white shirt. All over! Disgusting!! Drinks came after appetizers. Entree returned. Inedible. Couldn't find waitress. Replacement. Burnt outside and raw inside. Cash not accepted unless exact change. Gratuity for 2 included, but service horrible. Never will return. Total disappointment.
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Anmarie
Las Vegas
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and atmosphere are great - and terrific service too- hoped for a window seat since made reservations months in advance. For sure need to make reservations and request window table in main room.
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Central Park Boathouse is rated 4.6 stars by 889 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

28 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 29 times today

Experiences are available.

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 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 booking

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Thanksgiving at The Boathouse

Menu

What 889 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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