The 13 Best Chicago Dinner Cruises to Book Tonight

1.Chicago Signature Dinner Cruise on Lake Michigan

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 348 reviews · from $89Our pick

Set sail from Navy Pier for a 2 to 3 hour Chicago evening cruise with skyline views, an all-you-can-eat dinner buffet, assigned seating, and a live DJ. You’ll see the Willis Tower, Adler Planetarium, Soldier Field, Navy Pier, and Buckingham Fountain from the water. Dress smart casual, arrive 30 minutes early, and budget extra for drinks.

“Good food and music , nice and friendly attention , dancing was so fun, have a very nice tour in this boat”

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2.Chicago Premier Dinner Cruise on Lake Michigan

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 344 reviews · from $49Best value

Spend about two and a half hours aboard a climate-controlled yacht from Navy Pier, with a chef-plated three-course dinner, unlimited coffee, tea, iced tea, and water. You’ll see the Chicago skyline from Lake Michigan, including views toward Willis Tower and Navy Pier, then head to the outdoor decks or dance floor with music from the onboard DJ.

“The skyline view. The menus should have more options. Menu can be updated seating on cruise ship should adjusted back to the dance floor not good a couple of couples moved as we did. Thank you.”

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3.City Cruises Chicago: Premier Lunch or Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 334 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $88

Board the Odyssey at Navy Pier for a 2 to 3 hour Chicago lunch or dinner cruise. You’ll enjoy a plated three-course meal, table service, skyline views from the outdoor decks, and music from a live DJ. Dinner adds more menu choices, including steak, lobster, and richer desserts.

“Food could’ve been a little warmer. The taste of the food was good. The bathroom had an odor. My birthday was celebrated on the cruise, I parted to the beautiful music and the DJ was great!”

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4.City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Lunch or Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 217 reviews · 2 hours · from $66

Board at Navy Pier for a two-hour City Cruises Chicago meal cruise aboard the Spirit of Chicago or Spirit of Navy Pier. Enjoy a prepared buffet, private table, DJ, dancing, rooftop games, and views of Willis Tower, Adler Planetarium, Buckingham Fountain, and the lakefront. Brunch includes unlimited mimosas.

“The lunch buffet cruise was exceptional. Entertainment (DJ), service staff, nautical staff, food and cleanliness of the ship provided for a memorable experience. Directions listed with the reservation was clear, concise yet detailed.”

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5.City Cruises Chicago: Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 128 reviews · 2 hours - 150 minutes · from $84

Board the glass-enclosed Odyssey near NBC Tower for a two to two-and-a-half-hour Chicago River dining cruise. Choose brunch, lunch, or dinner, then enjoy a chef-prepared three-course meal while Chicago’s bridges, towers, and riverfront architecture pass by. Brunch includes bottomless mimosas, dinner adds a DJ, and summer Wednesday and Saturday sailings may include Navy Pier fireworks.

“Food is excellent!!!! I was running late and they still allowed me on! I would most definitely come here again and worth every single penny. A must do!”

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6.City Cruises Chicago: Fireworks Signature Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 85 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $116

Board City Cruises at Navy Pier for a two to three-hour evening on Lake Michigan. You’ll have a reserved table, buffet dinner, skyline views, DJ entertainment, and a fireworks show when weather allows. Smart casual dress is required, and drinks cost extra.

“Amazing tour with simply the best people working tirelessly to make this night one of my fondest memories.”

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7.City Cruises: Chicago Fireworks Premier Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 72 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $142

Board at Navy Pier for a 2.5 to 3-hour Lake Michigan dinner cruise. You get a reserved table, plated seasonal meal, DJ entertainment, indoor climate-controlled seating, outdoor decks, and views of Willis Tower, the John Hancock Center, and Navy Pier fireworks, weather permitting. Champagne is included for guests 21 and older.

“From the wait staff, the food, the entertainment, the fireworks, everything was exceptional. I would highly recommend this cruise to anyone that is looking for a wonderful experience.”

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8.City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Fireworks Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 57 reviews · 3 hours · from $116

Spend about three hours aboard the Spirit of Chicago or Spirit of Navy Pier, leaving from Navy Pier for a buffet dinner, Chicago skyline views, live DJ music, and a Navy Pier fireworks display, weather permitting. You can eat indoors, head to the open-air rooftop decks, buy drinks from the cash bar, and enjoy games such as giant Jenga and foosball.

“I liked the fireworks. It felt like they were firing it correctly for our ship's entertainment!”

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9.Christmas Eve Lake Michigan Gourmet Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 12 reviews · from $193

Spend Christmas Eve aboard the Odyssey Lake Michigan, departing Navy Pier for a 2.5-hour evening cruise with a private table, three-course plated dinner, DJ music, skyline views, and open-air decks. Choose turkey, salmon, steak, or gnocchi, then watch Chicago landmarks pass from the water.

“Muy divertido! La cena muy rica y el DJ genial. las vistas a la ciudad desde el lago fueron increíbles! Muy recomendable. El staff muy amable.”

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10.Chicago New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner Cruise on Lake Michigan

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 11 reviews · from $273

You’ll board at Navy Pier at 9:30 p.m. for about three hours of buffet dining, DJ-led dancing, and Chicago skyline views from heated indoor and open-air decks. The cruise ends with a Champagne toast and fireworks, weather permitting. Plan extra time for check-in, since several boats may be operating.

“The boat was awesome! Great food! Great drinks! Dancing and balloon drop! Only issue was with tickets. Very unorganized and even though we had tickets on our phones you still had to stand in a long line to get paper tickets. WheRead more”

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11.City Cruises Chicago: Fireworks Premier Plus Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $147

Board City Cruises near the NBC Tower for a two-hour Chicago River dinner cruise with a guaranteed table, plated multi-course meal, climate-controlled dining, DJ music, and skyline views. From May 29 through August 31, Wednesday and Saturday departures include Navy Pier fireworks, weather permitting. Alcohol is available to buy onboard.

“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…”

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12.Mother’s Day Signature Dinner Cruise on Lake Michigan

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3 reviews · from $49

Celebrate Mother's Day aboard a 2.5-hour Lake Michigan cruise from Navy Pier. You get a holiday buffet, Chicago skyline views, a live DJ, dancing, and unlimited coffee, hot tea, and iced tea. The climate-controlled cabin and outdoor decks suit changing spring weather, but alcohol and guaranteed group seating cost extra or are not included.

“The dinner cruise started on time. The food was delish. The only thing that was not clear was that there were additional items for sale. The entertainment was good as well.”

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13.New Year’s Eve Plated Dinner Cruise on Lake Michigan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $341Top rated

Start at Navy Pier at 9:30 pm for a four-hour City Cruises New Year’s Eve dinner cruise. You’ll enjoy a chef-prepared 3-course meal, tableside service, Chicago skyline views, onboard music, dancing, and fireworks from Lake Michigan. The Silver Package adds a Platinum Open Bar.

“Special way to spend New Year's Eve. The city looked great from out on Lake Michigan. The food was quite good and the service was excellent.”

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