Central Park Boathouse Cafe

000 E 72Nd St, Manhattan, NY

American

Last inspected: Oct 24, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show four inspections at Central Park Boathouse Cafe stretching back to 2023. Central Park Boathouse Cafe was last inspected on Oct 24, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “food contact surface not properly washed”, which has been cited two times.

Among Manhattan restaurants, the typical score is 77; Central Park Boathouse Cafe is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 24, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.

02G

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Sep 12, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

06C

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

10F

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Apr 4, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

10F

Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.

10B

Oct 10, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.

04N

10B

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Central Park Boathouse Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Central Park Boathouse Cafe on file is from Oct 24, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Central Park Boathouse Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Central Park Boathouse Cafe.

How does Central Park Boathouse Cafe compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Central Park Boathouse Cafe most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Central Park Boathouse Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Central Park Boathouse Cafe have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Central Park Boathouse Cafe means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Central Park Boathouse Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Central Park Boathouse Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.

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