We stopped by on a Summers day for cocktails on the terrace which is on the lake. The view was wonderful and the atmosphere was relaxed and fantastic. It was lovely to watch everyone rowing on the lake (including a bride and groom having their wedding photos taken on a boat). Id definitely recommend having a few beverages here.

If there was an option for 10 stars this place would deserve it! It is sitting in the heart of The Central Park right on the lake, could there be a better location? I dont think so. Service was extraordinary here, the servers just knew the menu through and through, and they were all lovely, we even got a free cocktail because the bartender made an extra one of what we were having! Food awakes every single one of your taste buds, it tastes even better than it looks. Im sure youve made lots of mistakes in your lifetime, but visiting The Loeb Boathouse wont be one!

This used to be one of my favorite places in New York - such a shame that they are shutting down for good after all these years. This place had a great ambience since it is located right in the heart of Central Park. The food has been hit or miss, but overall, I have always left happy with my experience. Very pricy, but being able to look out onto the water of Central Park and enjoy a nice meal makes it worth it.

What a gorgeous place! And the food and views were delightful. Removed one star because ceiling fans were doing close to nothing on a hot and humid summer day

Made a reservation 24 hours before visiting the famed restaurant by The Lake in Central Park. I recommend showing up 15-20 minutes before your reservation time to make sure getting seated on-time and everything going smoothly. The food came pretty quickly despite that it was 1pm peak time. Excellent service, the waiter was very attentive and took care of my lady friend. I def recommend the pan-roasted pork loin, tender and delicious. Portion was just right. Cast-iron chicken, equally well-made. For me it was a pleasure checking out its menu on-line and Googling what the food looks like before my visit. Its better to make a reservation if you want to impress someone because the wait time could take 1/2 hour or more during peak hours. Dont keep your guests hungry and waiting. Its a busy spot for lunch, unless if you show up after 2pm w/o a reservation.

One of my favorite ways to spend a sunny afternoon. The key is to order at the counter (prices are MUCH more affordable vs getting table service inside) and bring your food/drink to the outside bar patio. The perfect spot to people watch and enjoy the juxtaposition of skyscrapers and nature. We had the tuna on rye and an aperol spritz. (Spritz was a little weak but was worth the experience. )

This is a beautiful place with amazing food. We visited on a rainy day in the winter, but were seated by the windows. And even in the rain the views were beautiful! Our waiter was very helpful and friendly. Will definitely come back, hopefully in the summer when there are leaves on the trees and the windows are open!

Really beautuful from the inside out. Classy people and really great staff. Wonderful menu

We were enjoying a nice time looking out at the fountain and the row boats in the water...However, our waiter was not helpful and very short with us and acted like we were wasting his time. We waited for 30 minutes after we placed our drink order and we had to ask many times to even get our order placed. Bottom line: we enjoyed the views and the atmosphere, but the servers were not great.

Incredible place! I truly loved all the amazing treatment from the waiters, the incredibly tasting food (not to mention the amount!! Is very generous) if you are lucky enough like I did, you can get a seat right next to the lake view (even more incredible)Great ambient, great music, great food, great service!!I am giving 5 stars because I had an amazing time, but! (There’s always a “but”) I had a little miss-understanding with one of the check in girls in the beginning when I entered the restaurant to see of there were any tables available. She kinda judged me and my family and assumed that we couldn’t pay it... gave us many weird rules like: you cannot only eat appetizers per person, if you do that one must do this and that. And like there is a limit of charge.... I truly got very mad at her and made us wait an hour for a table that was waiting for us to be seated. But that was only in the beginning, then she left and after that we had the most amazing time. I don’t even know why I mentioned this but I was really not happy with her attitude towards us. But... the rest was a beauty!!!

Must see visit for any first-time visitor to New York City. A fine-dining experience with reasonable prices, particularly given its location in the heart of Central Park. Most seating quaintly overlooks a sparkling lake adrift with leisurely row boaters. Dress code ranged from very formal (a bride and her family were there during our visit) to vacation casual wear. It can be a very long, exhausting walk from outside the park to the restaurant, particularly in formal wear! Reservations are a must! We walked 2.5 miles in August heat to keep our wedding anniversary reservation, only to find that the Loeb Boathouse provides a courtesy van for pick-up (and return) of patrons who may be using the subway or buses, and do not have a vehicle! Make sure to call to ask for the connection site closest to you.

Spectacular views overlooking the lake but it comes with a prettty hefty price tag. Decent selection o the brunch menuService at the bar can be a bit eratic - sometime takes 15 minutes to get their attention - so I usually order a drink while Im waiting.

Its really cool to be able to sit right next to The Lake in Central Park and have dinner. The food was really good, cocktail good but the draft beer list needs some work, they really should serve some local craft beers. The service was great but not exceptional, and I did start the dinner with a dirty napkin on my seat. Overall, it was good but not great. Prices are what you should expect for the location $180 for two drinks, two entrees, one app and tip. At the end of the day a place you really only need to go to once.

The view was absolutely beautiful. Friendly staff and delicious food. I really liked the salad with blue cheese and pear. I will definitely come back.

Okay restaurant, a bit pricey for the quality of the food. Great location though. And piano player does add to the atmosphere. Bar is nice.

Subsequent to my sons wedding, we went to the Boathouse for a small luncheon with our immediate family and my new and wonderful daughter-in-law and her family. It was a great experience. The company was fantastic, the appetizers were delicious, only to be outdone but the fabulous main course, and the desert was tremendous. The staff was excellent. They were very attentive to our needs and desires. Service was excellent!Our group had a wonderful view of the lake from our table but it soon became a minor problem as the sun was shining through the window into the eyes of about half of the guests. It was requested that the exterior awnings be lowered to provide some shade to the affected guests but we were told that the awnings were in a fixed height position and could not be adjusted downward.The inability to provide shade to our table is the only thing that is stopping me from giving 5 stars. I would gladly return to this facility but I would seek a shaded seating location or a room without a view. In all other aspects, our luncheon experience was superb.

Enjoyed an early spring brunch here (in 2016) with some out of town guests. It was the first time Id eaten here and it was perfect. We were seated right on the water. The food was wonderful, and couldnt ask for a better view!

This boathouse in Central Park, NYC is very busy and has good picturesque locations. Theres also a cafe which has a grand piano.Boats are offered at 15 $ per hour.

Everything was good for me and my friends. We ordered crab cake, Mac and cheese, short rib and soup, cheese cake etc. Service was very friendly and good. I did’t expected good taste, but all of foods was very delicious. Well seasoned, tasty. I will come back soon again.

Always good to come here, any time of the year. Amazing views, good food and friendly staff. Summer or winter and anything in between this restaurant and cafe is a must visit when visiting Manhattan

This review is way overdue. Beautiful restaurant with amazing views. Great food and great service.

We had made a booking in advance for Christmas lunch & it turned out wonderfully. It was a bit chaotic on Christmas Day so I was very pleased that I had a booking because I think people turned up hoping to get a table when you had to pre-book. The set menu was hard to choose from with lots of nice options. I ended up going with the chicken which was so delicious & that gingerbread stuffing worked so well with it. My friend had the salmon which he thoroughly enjoyed as well. Cocktails came out quickly & were nice. Wait staff were very attentive & helpful. We had a wonderful Christmas Lunch here, it was a highlight of our trip!

Very fancy place! Perfect for birthdays and dates. I cannot recommend enough. Please do yourself a favor and try it for yourself.

Definitely a must. The fantastic view, the delicious food, the great wine choices and the friendly staff add up to a unique gastronomic experience

Had Christmas lunch here and was not overly impressed. Firstly the bar as you walk in was super busy and virtually inaccessible to guests waiting for a table. There are way too many people who arent guests with reservation for the restaurant getting in the way. For Christmas lunch the window seats were designed for groups of approx 4-6, this disadvantaged all couples creating a few issues for the seating staff.The food was great but my husbands Bisque appetizer came without crab and the server only followed up with the chef after we had finished our entre. He then said the chef forgot to put it on but shoved cold crab on our table for us to taste. This came across as a very rude gesture as we had finished our meal and was waiting for dessert all we asked was if the crab had been missed.We then were given the wrong desserts to top it all off.Great atmosphere and I would love to come back when its not the holidays to enjoy the normal service.

I very much enjoyed the meal, the restuarnt is beautiful and in a great place. I love the atmosphere and the staff is friendly even though they are very busy. Food is good nothing crazy it is more of a tourist spot but it is nice especially in the warmer weather to people watch on the lake.

Lovely food with great views, good service and decent food. The food is on the pricey side and is a special occasion place. If you are still looking for good views, check out their outdoor bar. The food card is limited though

Absolutley amazing. I went in NY winter and didn’t even had to wait to get a table. We were seated by the window, having a great view of Central Park. There was a live pianist playing the whole time and we were served courtesy cinnamon water which was delicious. The food might be pricy but come on, the restaurant is absolutely worth it.

Me and the family stopped in for brunch on a Saturday. Was decent food. Pretty pricey. Waitress and other staff didn’t seem too enthused. Heard a waiter get into an argument with the table beside us and they left. But great views of Central Park and the lake.

Good food, great view, not as pricey as you might expect.It was winter when we went and the place was nice and warm and had a comfortable atmosphere.We would definitely go back.

Some of the best food I have eaten and the view and atmosphere was splendid

Lovely location just by the lake on Central Park, very romantic and superb views. Service is superb and very friendly and super helpful. Food is good, our experience we felt the food needed needed a little work on execution. Looked fantastic however little lacking to bring all the flavours together.Overall a lovely experience with a wonderful view. If you are visiting the boathouse is a must.

This restaurant has the best location ever. Its located in the center of the park. I was there just before they closed door. Hope they do fine and open soon. Its a amazing place with great food a d service.

You are searching for an extraordinary, more exklusive location for having breakfast in New York? Then visit The Loeb Boathouse. You will get a very delicious breakfast including a phantastic lake view and very accommodating servers.

Beautiful view of Central Park boating. Nice restaurant with white tablecloth. Arrive early and sit right in front of the pond. Service was great and waiters were friendly. If it’s a nice weekend day, expect a long wait. You clearly come for the view and the food was alright. Lunch menu can be limited — no salads and not many egg/omelette options. I got the lox plate. They only have plain bagels and they aren’t the fresh kind from a nyc bagel spot. Tasted like a Thomas Plain bagel. If you are going to charge $28 at least have a decent bagel.

Excellent place. We arrived shortly after the dining area closed so I sat at the bar and the wonderful bar staff helped me get a couple beers before closing. Honestly such nice people, I was so impressed. Had a nice conversation with the bartender and we were on our way. Would highly recommend. And I wish nothing but the best to the gentleman who served me. Absolute stand up guy.

Yes, yes, yes. Go for a nice boat ride around the lake then finish off your visit with a nice meal. This place is tops, so much fun. It’s a nice way to spend the day in the park and enjoy a great meal and take in all the sites.

Loeb Boathouse Fine Dining, the worst part is the wait. Crabcakes are a MUST TRY!

This is the place to rent the rowboats. The price is totally worth it. $15 for an hour and $3 for each additional 15 minutes. Its great for people of all ages. Be aware that it can get a bit crowded in the water and boats are constantly bumping each other, but everyone helps each other and enjoys the experience. So much fun and worth doing on your next visit to NYC!

Central Park is not complete without a stop at the boathouse. Food and service is outstanding. You might even get a visit from the local wildlife.

This review is for the outside eating space. Very average experience. Worst burger I’ve tasted in years. Actually it had no flavour. The bun was tiny and paper thin. The chicken cob salad was ok. Chicken pieces were dry and cold. The salad was fresh. The hot dog however was very tasty. The bucket of chips were very well cooked and the portion size was enough to share between 2.

Incredible views, impressive decor, seating, ambience, quite a boring food menu, interesting staff, great location, lake view with kayaking

Interesting dining experience on the water.  Pricey for the quality of food.I had the smoked fish platter, a blood orange Mimosa and sampled my wifes Eggs Benedict.The smoked fish was food but nothing I havent done in my own home, it was accompanied by some raw onions and a few slices of tomato, hardly worth the $26 USThe Eggs Benny hollandaise was flat and tasteless though my wife enjoyed it.The blood Orange Mimosa was a little on the males side.A small pond beside us had massive Koy and snapping turtles begging for prices of bread table-side.Overall it was a good meal with friends and the atmosphere is second to none in terms of NY dining experience.

Just passed through here while walking through Central Park. It looked really nice. We might have ate here, but the outdoor seating was pretty limited. Still, others I talked with all said it was good.

Impeccable service, delicious food. Beautiful spot. Nothing more to say

I can justify spending nine dollars on a beer but I can’t is awful service in snooty people who bartend and think that they’re better than the customer. The bartenders outside literally gave zero manners, expression, or any relation to the customers...kinda ridiculous to be honest. Was treated like a peasant since I had a hat on and backpackIf it wasn’t for the nice views this would never even gets three stars

Very busy, but don’t give up. Even without a reservation you can get a seat. The portions are big and service is very professional and friendly. My waiter was a guy with silver hair and he made some fantastic recommendations. If you’re strolling through the park this is a goof midpoint for a relaxing lunch.

The location is amazing just in the center of the park. The food is amazing as well. I hope they open soon so we can enjoy the great food and excellent service.

Fine Dining with Breathtaking Views!!! I especially enjoyed the rowing myself. I didnt find it difficult as many people would describe by staff and some of the reviews . I rowed a boat carrying four and Im a girl. LOL! I just cant believe I lived in NY my whole life and never experienced this part of Central Park. This is a MUST visit on cool summer day..and it only cost $15 after they return the $20 deposit. It was also my bestfriends brilliant idea to bring umbrellas and parasols, so once it hit 90 degrees +, it didnt matter we were the only weirdos holding one, it also aesthetically added to the scenic pictures..This day was truly memorable and unforgettable. I truly fell in love with New York City all over again..

Canoing around Central Park. Great for kids. 1 canoe is for up to 4 peoples

We had a terrific dinner with friendly service and they kept our water glasses full (something we care about because we dont drink alcohol much and like to just have water) the fish (halibut) was moist and delicious and the salad was very good (could use a bit more dressing). They had some issues with the reservation system and we came and the reservation we made wasnt there but they did admit there was an issue and the seated is on time.

Great spot in CPW. Food was fine. Need to reserve before you visit. Busy.

Depending on days you go....no wait. Other days will be the wait of a lifetime. Row within time limits (one hour), you get your deposit back. If you row the last hour they are open, you will NOT get your deposit back. Be aware of your time. Row boats are okay, but need severe updating. All of the staff is very helpful, even the meanie yelling inside the green box...the information you were telling was helpful.

What a lovely time with beautiful piano music and delicious food. Brought my fiance for her birthday, she has always wanted to come here and it was everything she hoped it to be. I gave it 4 stars because they sat us right next to the bus boys nevertheless we had a great time.

Just went there for boating and it was a great experience

A very nice memoryCool and breezy atmosphereSpacious and quite unforgettable with the right people around

A little pricey and very busy, but the wait staff do a great job of attending to everyone, the food is very good and really it’s all about the location. Highly recommend!

This is a great restaurant! Ive been here for both brunch and dinner, food is excellent and good service. I thought it was a tourist trap but its definitely not. Lovely atmosphere by the lake Ill come back!

I havent been to this wonderful restaurant since 2010. Looking at the recent reviews seems like this place is still great. I remember how delicious the food was. Hoping to dine here in the near future.

Attending a wedding here last weekend, had a great time, great food, very professional staff and magical scenery with sparkling Christmas lights everywhere.

Beautiful restaurant in the middle of Central Park! Amazing food, and aesthetic. We ordered the crab cake which is unmatched! Must try if you go here. The hostess was rude when we entered and was dismissive. We called ahead of time to make a reservation. Also, noticed that the drinks were watered down, however the waiters were pleasant and kind. Ended up spending 350$ here, but slightly disappointed with the attitude of some of the staff.

This is a pretty restaurant in the middle of Central Park. I love it and I will want to come back soon or at least after the world settles down. If you get a chance please try coming here and you be sure to have a good time and view haha.

AMAZING service, ambience and VIEW of the rowboats on the lake! Our server Victor and assistant she were so friendly and the meals changed into brilliant! A MUST see and revel in!

A must to visit in NYC during summertime. The food is fresh and delicious. Amazing view and great service. Worth the price

I went here for dinner for my birthday. The food was exceptional and the view at sunset was absolutely beautiful. There are tables along the water, with a beautiful view of the park.

The food was wonderful and the service was even better! Real food and servers that were extremely attentive but only when you needed them.

An unforgettable experience. We went for brunch on Sunday and got their a few minutes after opening considering how packed it gets. Sat right next to the lake and had a breathtaking view. I had the boathouse fish platter! ABSOLUTELY greatest platter Ive eaten for brunch. Being from Florida, I eat fish outside of their with one eye closed because theres no fish like fresh fish. However, the white fish salad and filet were just outstanding! The salmon was even better! My wife had the seasonal omelette which was full of fresh veggies! I wish I could eat breakfast here every morning! Unbelievable staff and manager!!!

Lovely atmosphere on a beautiful day in Central Park. Staff was pleasant and accommodating. Would definitely recommend!

Delicious food, super friendly staff and great views over the Central Park. Highly recommended for brunch :)

Boat rental on Venice like water, restaurant and caffee with outdoor seating available upon favorable weather, next to Venice like water. Private party room available for occasions like weddings, birthdays and such, parking lot next to the location of you are successful in driving to the boathouse. One of the spots locals and tourist put on a must see list

Was at the Boathouse for a wedding. From the perspective of a guest, Everything was wonderful. The food was better than most wedding fare. The service was attentive and caring without being invasive. The setting is just beautiful. Bottom line, had a fantastic time at this wedding.

Make time to take a short walk into Central Park from the metropolitan museum of arts. You will not be disappointed. Undeniable beauty.

Amazing food, service and location. A real special treat. A must do when in New York.

Looking for a place to eat in Central Park? This is it. This is the most elegant food I have had yet, while in New York. Check it out.The Bloody Mary had a straight tomato juice with a heavy hint of horseradish profile. The cucumber drink was refreshing and very good.The crab cake was A+ and in the top of the ones Ive eaten. It was served with a white remoulade or crab sauce. The crab cake was properly grilled and was not dry at all. Perfectly done. The cucumber salad had a light and vinegary taste with a slight amount of oil and salt that I couldnt get enough of.The scallops ? Out of the park. No pun intended. They were perfectly seared, and not over cooked. The carrot butter !?!? Off the chart. I mean I wanted to take a bath in it. The cauliflower ... excellent. There was a purée of some sort which I didnt recognize in the menu description.This was a chef level dish, that you couldnt replicate at home.

What a restaurant. Great service, amazing views and delicious food. We came here for Thanksgiving and while it was more than we would usually spend on a meal it was so worth it. We would happily go back any time.

Awesome food, great drinks like the back 9 and pineapple mojito. Fish was great with cuscous and the view was great!

Extremely wonderful place and wonderful service. Food was well- presented and freshly made. Very astonishing services.

Food was divine. Enjoyed an amazing dinner at one of my favourite hallmark meeting spots.

I had a Chess In the Park tournament today so as a tradition my dad and I went to The Loeb Boathouse and as usual, we loved it. The food was great, but the thing we loved the most was the birds. We fed the birds and they would fight for the food. My dad threw his muffin crumbs and they came down so quickly. This made us both laugh. Overall, we loved it. Menu changes now and then. This time there were a lot of dishes we liked. We shared a salad and the burgers. Food comes fast with bread as an appetizer. The place is really nice to go to but it can be crowded.

I love this place! The lines can be a bit long but they move at a decent pace. The price is $15 per hour for the boat with a $20 deposit that they give back if everything checks out okay. If youre late in returning, you gotta pay extra; $3 for every 15 min. Theres plenty of room on the water to explore and youre surrounded by beautiful scenery. P.S: we werent required to wear life vests (as adults). There are life vests for kids.

It’s worth to go around noon. After noon, it’s incredibly crowded. Chaos. The dish was delicious but my tablecloth was with a lot of cotton dirts. It ruined my black coat and servers did not care about it at all even I claimed it.The cost is for location. Don’t expect high quality profashional attitude and hospitality.

The scenery is nice and the food was very very good. The hostess was a bit rude when we asked to switch tables and that is my only complaint. The food only took 10 minutes to come. It was overall a great experience.

Outstanding atmosphere, food and service

Mike the manager made my anniversary dinner extremely special. The food, ambiance and outstanding service made it memorable. Thanks everyone for helping us celebrate our special day!

We arrived amidst the summer heat just before sunset and we were hoping for some cool, air conditioned reperive from the brutal humidity and heat; however, we were greeted only by lazily turning fans on the ceilings, gently churning the thick, hot air below. We sat at the bar, unable to muster up the gusto to have a cocktail and settled for a glass of ice water instead. A few moments later our table was ready and we sat overlooking the lake. Our meal was above average, yet nothing that blew us away. My compliments to the cook who seared our fish so perfectly that each bite I took let out an involuntary, mmm of satisfaction. It was definitely a beautiful restaurant; come for the view but, the food is good, too.

Had cocktails - decent - beautiful scenery - pricey ($10 for a cocktail) but no more so than anywhere else in Manhattan and a better view than most places.

Would surely recommend eating here. Excellent mood, yummy dishes, great customer service. Keep up the good work.

Great place. Just at the waters edge. They do an amazing steak and monkfish. Great service and quite quick. Lovely view . If you in Central Park then get some lunch here

Excellent wait staff. Great chef.

If you are in Central Park, the outside bar at The Boathouse is the perfect place to stop off for a drink. Sitting watching the rowing boats pass and the turtles bobbing around The Lake feels a million miles away from the centre of Manhattan.The weekend brunch menu is worth try - but go early as the restaurant gets very busy. Recommend the Mac Cheese and Challah French Toast.

Not sure about this place since its currently closed. Very nice area and view.

The Boat House is in a a great location. I was here for a holiday event and it was very pretty. I thought the food was great but not excellent. Definitely a place to visit even if youre strolling through the park.

Very nice, iconic place to meet friends and have a drink. Food is fine. Pricey but fair for the place.

If youre looking for a posh place to host your New York wedding, this is it. We have created the most gorgeous wedding videos for our Loeb Boathouse couples, simply because of the stunning backdrop of this venue. Its nestled in the perfect spot for a gorgeous portrait session in the park too. The staff is amazing, as well. We cant wait to come back!

What a gem in the midst of New York City...Central Park lakeside. My family took me here for my birthday today and it was a fantastic experience. The service was outstanding. The staff were very knowledgeable about the menu items, were so attentive to every detail, the food presentation was artistic and appealing and the food itself was delicious. Its a bit pricey but for NYC definitely worth every cent. I can highly recommend it especially for special occasions. Be sure to request a table facing the lake...the view is lovely!

Was here for the Bastille Day Celebration and enjoyed excellent service ,food, and atmosphere. The view was quite unforgettable. Loved it.

Incredible experience, service and quality of food on a beautiful setting. Dont listen to the reservation system saying there are no tables available. We went anyway at 11:30 am for brunch and got seated right away.

Amazing ambiance. I had the cedar plank salmon. Suuuper tender and delicious. Slightly pink just how I like it and a really great staff.

Great place to celebrate a special occasion! Excellent food, amazing views, attentive staff, and all-around a great experience!

Great location fronting onto the boating lake. Expensive but its a treat isnt it! Sit and watch the world go by... you could be anywhere