The 15 Best Dinner Cruises in the USA

Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Jazz Dinner Cruise in New Orleans - Live jazz, dancing, and the cypress bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,469 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $107Our pick

Board the Creole Queen at 6:30 p.m. for a 7 p.m. departure and two-hour Mississippi River cruise. Add a Creole buffet, listen to live jazz, order drinks at the cypress bar, and head to the promenade deck for river breezes and nighttime views.

“We had such a great time on our dinner cruise!! The staff was super friendly and fun, the band was lovely! They had a decent selection in the buffet; the food was nice, but not something I personally would seek out again. The view was beautiful from the boat and the trip was certainly a highlight of our vacation!! Next time we're in town, we'd love to do a cruise during daylight to experience the Mississippi even better!”

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City Cruises New York: Bateaux Premier Dinner Cruise

2.City Cruises New York: Bateaux Premier Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,371 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $180

Dress up for a three-hour Bateaux New York dinner cruise from Chelsea Piers. Enjoy a prepared three-course meal, live band and vocalist, and changing views of One World Trade Center, Lady Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and Hudson Yards. Drinks beyond coffee, tea, and water cost extra.

“Romantic high end experience and lovely cruise around lower Manhattan! Good food- exceptional service and a great band! Was a fun time!”

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General Jackson Showboat Lunch or Dinner Cruise in Nashville

3.General Jackson Showboat Lunch or Dinner Cruise in Nashville

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,362 reviews · from $111

Spend about four hours aboard Nashville’s recreated General Jackson Showboat, cruising the Cumberland River with a Southern lunch or dinner, live music, comedy, and dancing. Hotel pickup is available from select downtown hotels, with vegetarian and gluten-free meals offered by advance request.

“The show was very good. The food was a good buffet and there was a lot, Waiter for drinks but there were several bars for drinks. Of course the views of downtown from the General Jackson.”

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City Cruises New York: Signature Dinner Cruise

4.City Cruises New York: Signature Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,362 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $119

Board at Pier 61 for a 2.5-hour evening cruise with a freshly prepared buffet, assigned table, DJ, and indoor and outdoor decks. You’ll pass Lady Liberty, One World Trade Center, the Brooklyn Bridge, Hudson Yards, and more. Arrive 30 minutes early, since the boat leaves on time.

“Just a relaxed evening with good food and amazing sightseeing. Tim our server was superb and looked after us amazingly well.”

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Moab: Colorado River Dinner Cruise with Music and Light Show

5.Colorado River Dinner Cruise with Music and Light Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,302 reviews · from $108

Begin with a cowboy-style Dutch oven dinner near Moab, then board a flat-bottomed boat for a calm Colorado River cruise. Guides such as Izzy and Rory share local stories before music, narration, and 40,000 watts of light bring the canyon wall to life after dark.

“I would definitely recommend this and will be doing it again if we visit Moab again in the future. The food was excellent. The staff were brilliant. Loved it!!!!”

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Big Island Historical Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay

6.Big Island Historical Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,279 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $189

Sail 12 miles down Kona’s coast to Kealakekua Bay on a catamaran with a local historian, live Hawaiian music, dinner, and sunset views. You’ll hear stories about landmarks hidden from land, enjoy one complimentary cocktail, and return to Kailua Pier after about three hours.

“The historical dinner cruise was a wonderful excursion. The captain was upbeat and fun, the crew were very attentive and great at what they do, the historical narrator was so interesting and the musician was very entertaining. The dinner it”

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New York City: Gourmet Dinner Cruise with Live Music

7.Gourmet Dinner Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,074 reviews · 3 hours · from $145

Spend three hours aboard the Louisa of the Seas, leaving Pier 36 for a plated dinner, live music, and close views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Brooklyn Bridge, and Manhattan at night. Choose regular or VIP seating, and tell the kitchen about dietary needs ahead of time.

“We took the night boat tour and it was an incredible experience! Seeing the Statue of Liberty beautifully lit up at night was truly magical: an unforgettable moment of our trip 🌃🗽 A special thank you to Victoria and Bryan for their outstanding service: they were so kind, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend this tour 🚤✨”

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Maui Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise from Ka’anapali Beach

8.Maui Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise from Ka’anapali Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 903 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $166Top rated

Set sail from Ka’anapali Beach aboard Sea Maui’s 65-foot catamaran for a sunset dinner, chef-prepared buffet, full open bar, and coastal views. From December 15 to April 15, the crew also searches for humpback whales. Kay, Tim, and Kyle are among the crew members praised for their warm service.

“Unfortunately we weren't able to take the cruise due to weather related issues. However, Sea Maui was very accommodating in communicating with us and allowing us to reschedule or cancel with a refund. A very reputable company!”

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NYC: City Cruises Luxury Brunch, Lunch or Dinner Cruise

9.City Cruises Luxury Brunch, Lunch or Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 881 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $112

Board City Cruises at Pier 61 for a 2 to 3 hour meal on New York Harbor. Choose brunch, lunch, or a semi-formal dinner with a three-course menu, live music, narration, and views of the Statue of Liberty, bridges, One World Trade Center, and Manhattan’s skyline.

“This was the best dinner cruise I have ever been on, the service and food were outstanding, the views from the boat were absolute amazing, worth every penny”

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Savannah: Buffet Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment

10.Buffet Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 875 reviews · 2 hours · from $92

Cruise the Savannah River for two hours aboard a riverboat, with a Southern buffet, live entertainment, dancing, and sunset views of historic Savannah. Boarding begins at 6:00 p.m. for a 7:00 p.m. departure. Bring a jacket, allow extra time for parking, and collect tickets at 9 East River Street.

“The cruise was beautiful. Great views of the Savannah River. We had a great time for my birthday. Food was a little cold and needed to be warmed up. The music was slow at first but, was lively towards the end of the cruise. Overall had a great time. Would definitely recommend!”

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VIP Jazz Dinner Cruise with Private Tour and Open Bar Option

11.VIP Jazz Dinner Cruise with Private Tour and Open Bar Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 838 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $190

Board near the French Quarter for a three-hour evening on the Mississippi. Your VIP host provides early boarding, Champagne, front-row Dukes of Dixieland seating, dinner, a boat and engine-room tour, photo, pin, and CD. Marlon Brown and Brittany are among the hosts praised for attentive service.

“The whole trip was fantastic! It was a very fun experience and the food was amazing! The music was great and we got a good location with some food and wine! Our hosts were so wonderful! They were friendly and attentive! Dinner was great and we didn’t have to worry about our seat! This was worth the money and a very great experience for our first time in NOLA!”

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From Ma’alaea Harbor: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver

12.From Ma’alaea Harbor: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 826 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $139

Board the double-decker Quicksilver at Ma’alaea Harbor for a two-hour sunset sail with prime rib, fresh mahi-mahi, vegetarian pasta, two alcoholic drinks, table-side service, and live island music. In winter, keep watch for humpback whales and calves near Maui’s coast.

“Save your money. The food and boat ride wasn’t worth the $300! The staff was great, but the food wasn’t warm or appealing.”

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Charleston: Luxury Harbor Dinner Cruise

13.Luxury Harbor Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 786 reviews · 2h 30m · from $111

Spend 150 minutes aboard SpiritLine Cruises’ Spirit of Carolina, with a made-to-order three-course dinner, live music, harbor views, and a full-service bar. You’ll pass Fort Sumter, the Battery, and the Ravenel Bridge from climate-controlled dining decks or the open-air observation deck.

“Staff on board were very pleasant and professional. The food was great quality.”

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Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise – A Hawaiian Hula Experience

14.Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise – A Hawaiian Hula Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 703 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $158

Sail from Maalaea Harbor aboard the spacious Pride of Maui for a two-hour sunset cruise near Molokini crater. Enjoy baby back ribs, shoyu chicken, vegetables, dessert, and an open bar. Live Hawaiian slack key music and hula add a cultural touch, with humpback whales possible in January and February.

“A wonderful experience! So many whales too see in January. Food was great and the open bar was amazing.”

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DC: City Cruises Buffet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise

15.DC: City Cruises Buffet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 692 reviews · from $65Best value

Board the Spirit of Washington for a 2 to 2.5 hour Potomac cruise with an attended buffet, private table, DJ, dancing, games, and 360-degree deck views. You’ll pass the Washington Monument, National Harbor, Old Town Alexandria, and other DC sights. Staff such as Dwayne may add personal birthday touches.

“Excellent! Everyone there did a great professional and friendly environment work. The food fresh and delicious ,very clean and organized. Thank you! Many blessings your way!”

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