Central Park Boathouse
7.2Locals Score / 10#17 of 20 Restaurants in New York City
Known forCrab cakesSea scallopsBeef filletMocktails
An iconic Central Park restaurant with waterfront views and a storied history, famous for its patio overlooking the lake where you can watch ducks and koi. The kitchen delivers well-executed seafood and steaks—crab cakes, sea scallops, and beef fillet are standouts—with attentive service. Fair warning: drinks and coffee carry premium prices ($6 for a small coffee, $15–$17 for cocktail add-ons), though lunch is more reasonably priced.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
|---|---|
| Price | $$$ |
| Phone | (718) 973-9339 |
| Website | centralparkboathouse.com |
| Nearest transit | — |
| Time needed | — |
| Best time to go | — |
| Last verified | July 20, 2026 |
Locals Score
7.2/10- Value5.5
- Excellence8.0
- Local love6.0
- Authenticity6.5
- Lasting reputation7.5
- Distinctiveness9.5
Nearby in Ask New York City
- The Frick CollectionMuseum0.47 km · 6 min walk
- Bemelmans BarBar0.48 km · 6 min walk
- New-York Historical SocietyMuseum0.63 km · 8 min walk
- The Metropolitan Museum of ArtMuseum0.66 km · 8 min walk
- American Museum of Natural HistoryMuseum0.81 km · 10 min walk
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