RIVER CRUISES · DINNER CRUISES IN THE USA
Good dinner cruises in the USA sell their best seats weeks ahead. Below: the 11 to book early, what each fare covers and how they differ on the water.
Moab’s Colorado River dinner cruise pairs a cowboy-style meal, canyon stories, live guiding, music, and a classic light show.
“Thoroughly enjoyed the meal - delicious meats and sides as well as salad bar. Appreciated the fact that it was a family owed business in Moab. Boat ride on the river was unique and was a nice way to spend an evening.”
Review of Savannah’s two-hour riverboat dinner cruise, with buffet dining, live music, dancing, river views, prices, and practical tips.
“Everybody was so nice. Food was good. Everyone loosened up at the end and started dancing. Bring someone that enjoys socializing and having fun.”
Review of Portland’s 2.5-hour Willamette River dinner cruise, with local food, piano music, city views, bridge history, and practical tips.
“My fiance loved it. She is happy. The food was great. The ambiance was wonderful. The service was top notch.”
Review of Portland’s two-hour Willamette River lunch cruise, with bridge views, Northwest food, piano music, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Wonderful experience. Great food with generous portions. All on the crew were so polite. Great beverage options. Our server, Kelsey, was a delight.”
Portland lunch cruise with Northwest food, river views, piano music, and city narration. See what is included and whether $88 is worth it.
“All personel polite and friendly and well trained - so welcoming!! Lunch was delicious and we enjoyed our pictures. Would suggest more dialog about what we were seeing on the shoreline! I would take guests again!!”
Enjoy a three-course dinner, live piano music, and Portland skyline views on a 150-minute Willamette River cruise.
“GORGEOUS sights! EXCELLENT service! Great live pianist and vocalist. Smooth sailing, delicious food, yummy drinks, I could go on and on! Money well spent, and the perfect anniversary dinner!”
Review of Norfolk’s two-hour Elizabeth River buffet cruise, with Navy views, live narration, food, dress rules, price, and practical tips.
“Overall good but two complaints/recommendations: Narrated audio was not loud enough to be heard & understood over noise. Advertised dress code was not enforced”
Review of Knoxville’s two-hour sunset dinner cruise, with private dining, Tennessee River views, parking tips, meal details, and honest value advice.
“It was great overall, the price was not too bad, views were stunning, the food was fantastic, the boat ride was smooth, and the crew was so welcoming. 10/10 recommend.”
Review of City Cruises Chicago’s two-hour architectural lunch cruise, with food, views, timing, parking advice, and honest value tips.
“I can confirm that the instructions were awful. The pin that is in the reservation is for another parking lot. I recommend you follow the instructions that Viator gives you to start and then heed mine. The directions will take you to a parking lot on North Colombus Drive. If you stop there, you will miss your reservation. Make that right at the light on N Columbus Drive and go uphill. At the top of the hill, the NBC building should be on your right. If see a draw bridge, DO NOT CROSS IT. When you made it to the top of the hill, cross the street and make another…”
Review of Chicago’s Fireworks Premier Plus Dinner Cruise, with plated dining, skyline views, Navy Pier fireworks, tips, value, and booking advice.
“I had an absolutely amazing experience! At first, things started off a bit chaotic! I accidentally purchased my tickets for the wrong date. I panicked, but thankfully I was able to reach out to the vendor and was connected with a wonderful woman named Samantha. She was truly invested in helping me make my birthday wish come true, and she did just that. The boat ride and dinner were nothing short of a dream. The food was exceptional, and the entire experience exceeded my expectations. My husband and I had the joy of standing on the back deck, soaking in the breathtaking views of the city while watching the fireworks…”
Review of Chicago’s Thanksgiving lunch cruise, with turkey dinner, riverfront architecture, DJ entertainment, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Awesome service friendly staff beautiful views and fun music .. the food was decent and I just wish my pumpkin pie wasn’t frozen in the middle because it was delicious”
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