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The 7 best lunch experiences in Chicago, with honest prices, run times and who you book through. Which ones are worth your time downtown, and what each one actually gets you.
A 2-hour small-group lunch cruise on Lake Michigan from Navy Pier with buffet lunch, DJ entertainment, and skyline views.
Most Popular“Everything was nice. Food was good and plentiful. The DJ did great on the music and the drinks were smooth and not watered down. Overall it was a very good vibe.”
Enjoy a plated 3-course lunch or dinner aboard the Odyssey on Lake Michigan, with 360 views, a DJ, and skyline passes.
“we had a great time. the food was great, the DJ kept the atmosphere very party like. parking is convenient and the kiosk is right outside the exit/entrance to the garage”
Lake Michigan lunch or dinner cruise from Navy Pier with a big buffet, live DJ, rooftop games, and skyline views. Brunch includes bottomless mimosas.
“Great food! great service! Great fun energy! Definitely coming back ASAP!!!”
City Cruises Chicago River brunch, lunch, or dinner pairs a 3-course meal with glassed-in skyline views and optional narration, DJ, and mimosas.
“The best good and service on a lunch cruise. The European style river craft was great! Views all around and up!!!”
City Cruises Chicago River Architectural Lunch Cruise with a plated lunch, unlimited drinks, and guided architecture views.
“Food was amazing. Great service. Very comfortable boat. Overall a wonderful lunch boat cruise - definitely recommend.”
Thanksgiving lunch cruise on the Chicago River with a 3-course meal, 360° architecture views, onboard DJ, and festive drinks for purchase.
“Food wasn’t good. The dress code you supplied was inaccurate. People were dressed up or in jeans and crocs.”
Learn authentic Mexican mole with Michelin-trained Carla in her Chicago home. Hands-on cooking, Puebla history, and a shared meal.
“Carla was fantastic. She was charming and did a great job guiding us through making mole. It.really was a great experience!”
From the river and the skyline to the gangster trails, the lakefront and the deep-dish counters, every way to spend a day in the city.
