4 Dinner Cruises in the USA Worth Booking

1.Colorado River Dinner Cruise with Music and Light Show

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

Enjoy a cowboy-style Dutch oven dinner north of Moab, then join guides such as Izzy or Rory on a calm Colorado River cruise. As night falls, a 40,000-watt light show projects canyon stories onto the cliffs, with music, narration, and bright desert stars.

“We thoroughly enjoyed our time. The food was excellent and the cruise with music and light show was very well put together. Hearing the history narrated along with the music and light show was spectacular and made for an enjoyable experience.”

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2.2 HR Savannah Riverboat Dinner Cruise with Onboard Entertainment

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 794 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $92

Spend two hours aboard a traditional Savannah riverboat with a buffet dinner, cash bar, live entertainment, and room to dance. The cruise is unguided, so the main attractions are the Savannah River views, Talmadge Memorial Bridge, River Street, music, and relaxed social atmosphere rather than historical commentary.

“I enjoyed the ride. The food was good but service could have been better. We were told they only had 1 thing for dessert by our waitress. Then we saw others getting something different. Another waitress told us that yes they had the 2nd dessert. Asked for it and was then told later they were out and presented a 3rd options. All options should be presented at the beginning so people can choice what they want, not have something forced on them. Our original waitress disappeared and never showed back up. When serving us she acted like she did not want to be there”

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3.2.5-hour Dinner Cruise on Willamette River

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 480 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129

Board the Portland Spirit near downtown Portland for a 2.5-hour evening cruise with a reserved table, three-course Pacific Northwest dinner, live piano music, and city views. Step onto the outer decks for bridge sights and recorded narration. Window tables are not guaranteed, and drinks cost extra.

“Had a great time on the Willamette River. The dinner was very good and the staff were friendly. Got to listen to the history after dinner on the upper deck. Would like to do this cruise but see it during the day too. The city lights at night were amazing.”

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4.2-hour Lunch Cruise on Willamette River

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 269 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $88Best value

Spend two hours aboard Portland Spirit with a reserved table, freshly prepared Northwest entrée, live piano music, and views of Portland’s bridges, parks, homes, and landmarks. Historical narration is available on the outer decks, while gluten-free and vegan choices make the cruise workable for many diners.

“Great lunch, had the Steelhead, wait staff was great. Boone reminded us of our grandson. Very respectful and polite.”

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