The Boat House

The Central Park Boathouse is a serene escape in the heart of New York City. Enjoy lakeside dining, rowboat excursions, and the timeless charm of this iconic landmark.

American restaurant, bar, tourist attraction, restaurant, brunch restaurant

Service options:
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
- Delivery
- Takeout

Highlights:
- Fast service
- Fireplace
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection

Popular for:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining

Offerings:
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Organic dishes
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine

Dining options:
- Brunch
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating

Amenities:
- Bar onsite
- Restroom

Atmosphere:
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Romantic
- Trending
- Trendy
- Upscale

Crowd:
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace

Planning:
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait

Payments:
- Credit cards
- Debit cards

Children:
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu

Parking: Parking

Pets: Dogs allowed outside

The Boathouse we know today opened its doors, replacing a rustic wooden predecessor. Thanks to a generous donation from Carl M. Loeb and Adeline Loeb, the Boathouse emerged with a red brick and limestone exterior, crowned with a copper roof. It wasn’t just a boathouse; it was a symbol of Central Park’s evolution.
Designed by visionary architect Robert Moses, in collaboration with Park Chief Stuart Constable, the Boathouse was reborn with a red brick and limestone exterior, crowned with a gleaming copper roof. While it was primarily a boathouse, it now featured a comfort station and a “dining terrace, ” offering park-goers a place to relax and refuel.