For an experience that begins well before the cruise departs, arrive early dressed to impress! Explore and enjoy the beautiful Chicago Riverwalk as it comes to life, with remarkable views that offer a taste of the experience to come. This river cruise will depart from the dock near NBC tower on Chicago's revitalized River Esplanade 455 N. Cityfront Plaza Drive., between Michigan Avenue and Columbus Drive. 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 table, where your wait staff will introduce themselves and give you the opportunity to decide how you'd like them to pace your service. This dinner cruise offers a unique setting with its gorgeous glass enclosed design, to showcase Chicago's incredible architecture. A celebrity-chef inspired menu of seasonal hors d'oeuvres, entrées, accompaniments and desserts is freshly prepared onboard daily, Complement your sumptuous meal with a drink from the new full service bar featuring an expanded microbrew selection, creative new cocktails and a refreshed wine list (own expense). DJ entertainment will set the mood for an unforgettable evening on the water. Chicago Fireworks Dinner Cruise In the summer months, starting May 29th-August 31st upgrade your Chicago Dinner Cruise experience to include a spectacular fireworks display on Wednesdays and Saturdays. You will observe the show from the decks of the ship and see the magnificent sky lit up at night. Please see below for a sample menu: First Course: (choice of one) Caesar Salad Buttermilk Caesar Dressing | Shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese | Herb Croutons | Italian Parsley Lobster Soup Brioche Croutons | Scallions Entree: (choice of one) Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes Sweet Corn, Red Bell Pepper & Thyme Succotash | Cajun Cream Sauce Maple & Mustard Glazed Chicken Breast Fingerling Potatoes & Chives | Haricot Verts | Dijon Mustard Cream Sauce Braised Beef Short Rib Idaho Potato & Horseradish Mash | Baby Carrots | Pearl Onions & English Peas | Cabernet Sauvignon Sauce Jumbo Forest Mushroom Ravioli Spanish Red Lentils & Sage | Arugula | Shallot’s | Toasted Walnuts | Basil Oil Dessert: (choice of one) Eli’s Original Cheesecake Strawberry Sauce Duo of Sorbet Seasonal Sorbet | Fresh Cut Fruit Chocolate Decadent Cake Mixed Berries | Raspberry Sauce Odyssey Signature Warm Butter Cake Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | Blackberry Sauce -------------------- ITINERARY -------------------- Sample Menu (subject to change) Tasting Trio • Shrimp & Watermelon - English Cucumbers | Pickled Shallots | Extra Virgin Olive Oil • Roasted Summer Vegetable Salad - Yellow Corn | Zucchini | Caramelized Onions | Heirloom Tomato • Arugula | Herb Vinaigrette • Whipped Goat Cheese - Candied Pecan Herb Crust | Balsamic Strawberries | Crostini Entrées • Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes - Sweet Corn, Red Bell Pepper & Thyme Succotash | Cajun Cream Sauce • Oven Baked Atlantic Salmon Filet - Lemon Orzo with Red Onions & Sun-Dried Tomatoes | Citrus Dill Sauce • Maple & Mustard Glazed Chicken Breast - Fingerling Potatoes & Chives | Haricot Verts | Dijon Mustard Cream Sauce • Braised Beef Short Rib - Idaho Potato & Horseradish Mash | Baby Carrots | Pearl Onions | English Peas • Cabernet Sauvignon Sauce • Greek Zucchini Fritters - Lemon Orzo with Red Onions & Sun Dried Tomatoes | Spring Onion & Cucumber Tzatziki Desserts • Duo of Sorbet - Seasonal Sorbet | Fresh Fruit • Granny Smith Apple Parfait - Cinnamon Spiced Apples | Almond & Oat Crumble | Candied Chili Bacon • Salted Caramel Cake - Dark Chocolate Ganache | Raspberry Sauce • Odyssey Signature Warm Butter Cake - Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | Blackberry Sauce *Menu subject to change. Please inform your server if anyone in your party has a food allergy.