Boat Basin Cafe
(Now Closed)Café$$$$
Upper West Side, New York
The experts at Village Voice and The Corcoran Group recommend this place
206 Tips and reviews
Sort:
- Popular
- Recent
SaleemMay 10, 2015Nice view, make sure you sit outside not in the busy hall. Margaritas were juice... 3x pitchers in and unsure of any booze in them
Charles SmithJuly 19, 2012For competitors in the New York City (Olympic Distance) Triathlon this is a great place for a meal after Bicycle drop off Saturday and Pick up Sunday.
Lauren HeffronJuly 28, 2011Wonderful outdoor location for drinks in the summertime. Great alternative to the frying pan scene...sit overlooking the water and enjoy the breeze
CollegeCandyDecember 5, 2011One of the best places you can go for happy hour in the summer! Not only are the specials good, but you overlook the water.
Meg FarmerMay 12, 2015Come with good company on a warm summer night to enjoy the sunset and a few drinks on the water.
Lydia JungAugust 12, 2016The views and setting are the coolest part. The pina colada was pretty good too.
Bring your pup... They will give you treats and water bowls with fresh water
Mike CMay 2, 2014Spent over $500 here with a group of friends from for happy hour from 5-7pm then were told we couldn't stand near our tables and were removed. message received customers you aren't appreciated
Jastine KhoJuly 25, 2015Don't come here for the food. Come here for the view. But if you must eat, get the Spicy Turkey Burger.
Tim RAugust 6, 2014Blue point mosaic beer is a good IPA. The cheaper boat house beer was nice but a bit weak and watery for my taste.
Katherine ReyesJune 24, 2010Great spot on the river, don't wait in line to sit in the middle circle (its a heating pot during the day) - wait to sit along the water. Plus, nothing is fried there!
Carla DianaApril 15, 2011Nice and toasty heaters in doors when the weather is nippy. And if you get a good table, you'll still have a nice view of the river.
Emilie FuttermanApril 17, 2015There are better bars on the water, but the $8 margs are potent and the sunset is beautiful
Daniel PowellSeptember 10, 2016Popular hang out for UWS folks - great outdoor space and lively crowd
My favorite place for casual dinner or big groups especially at sunset. Order a bucket of Caronas and the bomb mahi mahi tacos!
Village VoiceMay 31, 2012Enjoy the views of the Hudson from the cafe's outdoor area, which overlooks the boat basin.
Stephen ThomasSeptember 1, 2013Admire the use of space under an overpass, but not that everything is served in disposable plastic packaging. There's no excuse for such a disgusting amount of waste at a sit down venue. Boycotting.
Great spot to hang, relax and drink. I would not recommend any drink that requires more than 1 mixer or any food item other than burgers, dogs and fries.
T BApril 3, 2010You can only sit in the outdoor areas if everyone orders food, but even from inside, great place for afternoon beers and views of the Hudson!
John BogannamMarch 12, 2013We came as a group of 4 & had a server kick us out because two of our 4 were only getting drinks not food. Two eating, 4 drinking & the guy tells us to leave with many other tables open. Unbelievable.
Bring your dog. If it's friendly and loves people and dog treats
Beers with a view. Kale and endive salad surprisingly good.
DietsInReviewApril 6, 2011The perfect pit stop during a bike ride on the west side greenway. Stash your bike inside (no need to lock up) and grab a well-deserved burger.
Hillary TurnerJuly 4, 2011The wait staff and manager are not too friendly. Make sure that u get everything u ordered, they like to NOT include things!
Vaughn AllenApril 29, 2012One of NYC'S finest bar/restaurant spaces run by college bar management serving shit food slowly and obliviously. How is that possible? Could make so much more of that place.
NYC ParksMay 21, 2010Cool off with the breeze of the Hudson River – and take in the stunning view – with traditional pub fare and drinks during happy hour on weekdays from 4pm to 7pm.
Great for weekend brunch. Arugula and goat cheese omelet is great. Tuna wrap - YUM! Dog friendly!
1,163 Photos
Foursquare © 2024 Lovingly made in NYC, CHI, SEA & LA
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- Noon–11:00 PM
(212) 496-5542
Features
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Drinks
Beer, Wine
See More
You might also like
- 8.7
"Pretty cafe and larger than other locations"
Christina Chin - 9.0
"A hidden brunch spot in the LES! we were thrilled to get a seat on a Sunday and loved the harissa eggs, chickpea curry, and eggs with macha"
Carol - 8.9
"Fantastic European-style bakery. Everything here is amazing - pick up some rye bread, treat yourself to some pastries. If you’re overwhelmed by the large selection, go for the old-fashioned social."
Globetrottergirls Dani
Places people like to go after Boat Basin Cafe
- 8.8
"Great place to fine have a lite meal, some sangria and relax!!"
Elizabeth Pappas - 7.1
"Amazing drink specials every night! $2 Tuesdays for all Margaritas & Bombs! Plus, fried oreos!"
Inside New York - 6.5
"Slider burgers topped with fried mac'n cheese, plus they have a living room to sit and enjoy. WORD!!!"
Kung-Fu Joe
Appears on 812 lists
Least Known but Most Rewarding Places in NYC
Created by Jorge Ortiz
21 items • 1,379 followers
Created by Noah Weiss
22 items • 577 followers
Created by Gilt City
22 items • 484 followers