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Central Park Boathouse, New York, NY

Central Park Boathouse

4.6
4.6
930 Reviews
$50 and over
Continental

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 75 times today
  • 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
  • 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 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

What 930 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

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Central Park Boathouse offers a stunning lakeside setting, "great food," and "exceptional service." Guests frequently praise the attentive staff and picturesque views. The newly renovated space boasts air conditioning, enhancing comfort. While some reviews suggest improvements, many highlight memorable experiences, making it a classic NYC destination. Reservations are recommended for this "beautiful and unique" spot.

930 Reviews
  1. Nadia

    VIP

    New York City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I got a table with the sun in my eyes the whole time and i received my bill with 20% tip included in the total. I don't appreciate being forced to pay minimum tip of 20% by force

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  2. Richard

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant and one of our favourites when in New York, Book early if you want a table!

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  3. Lindsey

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely perfect dining experience, from the food, drinks, service, location…everything was perfect.

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  4. Pawel

    New York City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Very poor service! 20% Service charge is added automatically to the bill and they just don’t care as you have to pay 20% service charge. I was there many times before before 2020 and was very different. Always had excellent service and I came back first time after 2020 and that was my last time in this place - very very disappointing. Staff chatting in the corner no one cared to pour wine and waiter. Never was offered extra vegetables or salad - no one expected anything absolutely terrible! After paying bill $400 for two people I asked for manager bar staff told me he is in charge after my complaint he left and told me to leave. As I said I will never go back to this place! Service charge should be optional as servers would care to provide excellent service- with automatic 20% service charge they don’t care as they know they will get it anyway - it’s very sad and disappointing.

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  5. Theresa

    VIP

    Chicago

    46 reviews

    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    COBH is slways a charming experirnce. Today was cold and rainy, and still I felt warm and toasty. I had butternut squash soup that was full of depth and flavor. I wish they had a warm Seasonal drink; it world have made the day less dreary.
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for visiting us, TheresaM! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Central Park Boathouse, even though it was a bit chilly and rainy. It's wonderful to know that our butternut squash soup made your day brighter. We're always working on improving our guests' experiences, so we appreciate your feedback. We hope to see you again soon, perhaps with a warm drink to warm you up! Best, The Management Team

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  6. Christian

    VIP

    London

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Me pusieron en una mesa en tercera fila no con la vista al Lago cuando había lugares disponibles! Según ellos otras personas estaban esperando desde hace 1/2 hora y les dije que reserve hace 4 días … Los meseros si son muy amables y la comida está buena pero sobre valuada!
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback. We are sorry to hear that your experience at Central Park Boathouse did not meet your expectations. We strive to provide a memorable dining experience for all our guests, and it seems we fell short during your visit. We are glad that you loved our staff and the food. We hope you might consider giving us another chance in the future. Best regards, The Central Park Boathouse Team

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful Christmas ambiance, delicious cocktails, and friendly service.
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for your feedback, we’re thrilled to hear the experience met your expectations! Our team works hard to deliver the best dining experience possible. We hope you’ll visit us again soon!    Best, The Management Team

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  8. Carol

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Oysters rock & Parker house rolls were the best! Lobster spaghetti was super interesting!
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Carol, Thanks for the review! We're thrilled you enjoyed our oysters and Parker House rolls. Lobster spaghetti is indeed unique and we're glad you found it interesting! We appreciate your feedback on the service and value, and we'll strive to make them better. We hope to see you again soon at Central Park Boathouse. Best, The Management Team

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  9. Jennifer

    VIP

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Beautiful views. Would dine again!
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Hey, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Central Park Boathouse! It's wonderful to know that you appreciated our food and service. We're also glad that you enjoyed the beautiful views from our outdoor seating area. Your feedback means a lot to us and we're grateful for your high ratings. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great dining experience! Best wishes, The Management Team

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  10. Janice

    VIP

    New York City

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Henry, our waiter, was beyond fantastic! Kate, the manager, is the absolute best!
    Central Park BoathouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, JaniceK! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience at Central Park Boathouse. Your kind words about our team, food, and service are greatly appreciated. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience and it sounds like we hit the mark with you. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best, The Management Team

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Central Park Boathouse is rated 4.6 stars by 930 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 75 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–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
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