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Step aboard the Chicago Dinner Cruise and enjoy a three-hour escape on Lake Michigan. Relaxing in the elegant ambiance that only a true luxury cruising vessel can provide, you'll sail along the lake shore and have unmatched views of the world-famous Chicago skyline.
For an experience that begins well before the cruise departs, arrive early dressed in your most festive attire. Enjoy the electric atmosphere of Navy Pier, alive with wandering entertainers and remarkable views that offer a taste of the experience to come.
The Captain and crew will greet you as you step aboard, and the ship's photographer will record the moment for your party. Once on deck, your host will greet you and escort you to your private table, where your wait staff will introduce themselves and give you the opportunity to decide how you'd like them to pace your service. From the three climate-controlled dining decks to the Observation deck, the dinner cruise offers a unique setting with understated Art Deco accents, reminiscent of the classic ocean liners. Be sure to visit the Captain's bridge, open to all passengers throughout most of the cruise.
A menu of creative seasonal hors d'oeuvres, appetizers, entrees and desserts is freshly prepared onboard daily, perfectly complemented by an excellent wine list. With soft piano music, spacious dance floors on each deck and live music provided by a five-piece band, the entertainment doesn't end until well after the ship returns to the pier. Dance to everything from classic jazz to contemporary favorites.
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Chicago Dinner Cruise
- Monday to Thursday - 7:00pm
- Friday - 8:00pm
- Saturday - 7:30pm
- Saturday (fireworks June - August) - 8:00pm
- Sunday - 6:00pm
- Three-hour dinner cruise
- Four-course dinner with coffee, tea and iced tea
- Service charges
- Local Taxes and fees
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
- All interior areas of the ship are non-smoking. Guests who smoke may do so on the outdoor observation decks only.
- Wednesday 9:30pm
- Saturday 10:15pm
- Roasted Duck Confit - Braised Duck with Cherry Balsamic Demi-Glace served atop a Double Ripe Plantain Cake and garnished with Sun Dried Cherries and Candied Pecans
- Exotic Mixed Greens - Tossed with Julienne Sweet Fennel, Cinnamon-Caramelized Pecans, Imported Goat Cheese and Clementine Orange Vinaigrette
- Lobster Bisque - Rich Pacific Rim Lobster simmered in Butter and blended with Cr�me Fraiche and a touch of Sherry
- Argentinean Scallops - Atlantic Scallops, Gulf Shrimp and Blue Crab served with Cream Spinach and Toasted Parmesan Cheese
- Tuscan Chicken - Pan-Seared Chicken Breast rubbed with Fresh Herbs and served with Escarole and a Tuscan White Bean Ragu with Pancetta and Red Pepper, and finished with Asiago Cheese
- North Atlantic Salmon - Garlic and Dill Marinated Salmon roasted with a splash of Chardonnay and served over Cajun Spiced Couscous and a Tower of Roasted Ratatouille Vegetables
- Seafood Ravioli Grantinee - Ravioli Pasta stuffed with Shrimp, Scallops and Crab finished Au Gratin with Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese and Pomodoro Ragu
- Two Bone French Pork Chop - Center Cut grilled and finished with a Lemon Rosemary White Wine Reduction and served with Citrus Herb Roasted Potatoes and Red and Yellow Bell Peppers
- Mediterranean Vegetable Purse - Israeli Couscous, Roasted Vegetables and Imported Cheese in a Whole Wheat Pastry Bundle served on a bed of Eggplant Confit, Grilled Baby Carrots and Asparagus and finished with Fire Roasted Red Pepper Puree
- Beef Short Ribs - Syrah-braised Short Ribs served Boneless with White Truffle Mashed Potatoes, Garlic Spinach and a Petite Crock of Blue Cheese Fondue
View the spectacular 30-minute pyro-musical program fireworks display with the world famous Chicago Skyline as a backdrop for your unforgettable evening.
Firework Schedule from June 1 - August 31
Jackets are strongly recommended for men and cocktail attire for women
No jeans, shorts, tank tops or halter-tops will be allowed on any cruise.
Sample Menu:
A waiter will take your individual appetizer, entree and dessert menu choices after your party is seated. You may request that your dinner be served immediately or that your meal be served at a more leisurely pace.
Appetizer
Tasting Trio - Red Tomato Crisp filled with Nova Lox Mousse and Mujj'ol Caviar, Striped European Cucumber topped with Whipped Basil Feta Cheese, Spicy Black Bean Tostada with Santa-Fe Smoked Chicken Salad
First Course
Main Course
The Chef would be happy to prepare a vegetarian option should you prefer. Simply notify your server.
Dessert Course
A selection of seasonal desserts prepared fresh onboard daily
Menu items are subject to change.
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
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