Odyssey Chicago Cruises & Menus
Odyssey Chicago Lunch Cruises
Our Executive Chef and galley staff prepare a distinctive menu of appetizers, entrées and desserts on board daily, complemented perfectly by our comprehensive wine list.
A waiter will take your individual appetizer, entree and dessert menu choices after your party is seated. You may request that your lunch be served immediately or that your meal be served at a more leisurely pace.
Children’s menu is available. Click here to view.
Groups of 20-800, please call us at 866/826-3463 or click here for additional Group Cuisine & Menu options.
2012 CHICAGO SAMPLE LUNCH CRUISE MENU
FIRST COURSE
- Classic Ceasar Crisp Romaine Hearts tossed with hand cut Croutons and shaved Parmesan Reggiano in
a traditional Caesar Dressing
- Lobster Bisque Lobster simmered in Sweet Cream Butter and blended with Sherry and Crème Fraîche
- Caramelized Duck en Croute Duck Confit, Forest Mushrooms, Sage and Monterey Jack Cheese baked in a Puff
Pastry, served over Spaghetti Squash with Dried Currants, Cranberries, Candied Pecans
and a drizzle of Marsala Wine Demi-Glace
MAIN COURSE
- Maple-Glazed Chipotle Chicken Pan-roasted smoked Chicken Breast, served with a Vegetable Ratatouille and roasted
Yukon Gold Potatoes, topped with a Chipotle Tomato Cream
- Orange-Ginger Glazed Salmon Oven-roasted fresh Salmon Fillet marinated with Ginger, Orange and White Wine
served over Green Tea-infused Cous Cous, with a crisp Asian Vegetable Cake
- Seafood Ravioli Gratinee Jumbo Ravioli filled with imported Italian Cheeses, topped with Gulf Shrimp, Bay
Scallops and a rustic Pomodoro Sauce
- Roasted Vegetable Napoleon Ragoût of Tomato, Zucchini, Eggplant and Summer Squash, layered with a White Bean
Purée between crisp Corn Tortillas, served with a fresh Basil Marinara
DESSERTS
- New York Style Cheesecake Traditional rich Cheesecake atop a seasonal Glaze
- Odyssey's Signature Decadent Chocolate Truffle Torte Rich two layer moist Cake filled with a delicate Chocolate Mousse fully enrobed in a smooth Dark Chocolate Ganache
- Bread Pudding Baked with Dried Currants, Cranberries and Coconut, served warm with Vanilla Bean
Ice Cream sprinkled with Toasted Coconut
- Peach and Blueberry Crisp Fruit Crisp served warm with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream and a light Blueberry Purée
Menu items are subject to change.
Odyssey Chicago Dinner Cruises
“Our table service was quite good and the food is excellent. One books a cruise for the view of the City and the different view of the Lake – the surprise of having really first rate food is a welcome addition.”
- SMILE AND REMEMBER THIS MOMENT: Welcome aboard. Allow us to capture this memory with a photograph. Pictures will be available for purchase after you dock.
- SIP YOUR FAVORITE COCKTAIL: Enjoy some coffee, tea or iced tea on us, or purchase an award-winning wine, fresh beer or the cocktail of your choice.
- THREE-COURSE PLATED DINNER: Order from our distinctive three-course menu, featuring creative appetizers, sumptuous entrées and mouth-watering desserts – all prepared fresh onboard daily. It’s our pleasure to serve you.
- LIVE MUSIC MEDLEY: Relax, mingle and unwind or get up and dance as our live band entertains you with a wonderful mix of everything from soft classics to today’s favorites.
- SKYLINE VIEWS. LIKE YOU’VE NEVER BEFORE SEEN: Explore the vessel and her many sleek and spacious observation decks. Feel the fresh breeze and gaze out at the stunning city views beneath the stars and moonlight, sure to take your breath away.
Children’s menu is available. Click here to view. Sunday Sunset Dinner Menu. Click here to view.
Groups of 20-800, please call us at 866/826-3463 or click here for additional Group Cuisine & Menu options.
2012 CHICAGO SAMPLE DINNER CRUISE MENU
FIRST COURSE
- Caramelized Duck en Croûte Duck Confit, Forest Mushrooms, Sage and Monterey Jack Cheese baked in a Puff
Pastry, served over Spaghetti Squash with Dried Currants, Cranberries and Candied
Pecans and a drizzle of Marsala Wine Demi-Glace
- Mixed Greens with Apples and Strawberries Fresh Salad Greens tossed with Granny Smith Apples, Caramelized Pecans, Strawberries
and crumbled Bleu Cheese in a Raspberry Vinaigrette
- Lobster Bisque Lobster simmered in Sweet Cream Butter and blended with Sherry and Crème Fraîche
- Seafood Mélange Fresh Atlantic Sea Scallops, Gulf Shrimp with a Blue Crab and Seafood Crust baked with Peppers and Dijon into a Cake, accompanied by toasted Crostini
MAIN COURSE
- Maple-Glazed Chipotle Chicken Pan-roasted smoked Chicken Breast, served with a Vegetable Ratatouille and roasted
Yukon Gold Potatoes, topped with a Chipotle Tomato Cream
- Orange-Ginger Glazed Salmon Oven-roasted fresh Salmon Fillet marinated with Ginger, Orange and White Wine
served over Green Tea-infused Cous Cous, with a crisp Asian Vegetable Cake
- Seafood Ravioli Gratinee Jumbo Ravioli filled with imported Italian Cheeses, topped with Gulf Shrimp, Bay
Scallops and a rustic Pomodoro Sauce
- Mushroom Braised Short Ribs Braised Beef Short Ribs marinated in a Shallot and Wild Mushroom Gravy, served with
Garlic Mashed Potatoes and crispy Onion Straws
- Roasted Vegetable Napoleon Ragoût of Tomato, Zucchini, Eggplant and Summer Squash, layered with a White Bean
Purée between crisp Corn Tortillas, served with a fresh Basil Marinara
DESSERTS
- New York Style Cheesecake Traditional rich Cheesecake atop a seasonal Glaze
- Odyssey's Signature Decadent Chocolate Truffle Torte Rich two layer moist Cake filled with a delicate Chocolate Mousse fully enrobed in a smooth Dark Chocolate Ganache
- Bread Pudding Baked with Dried Currants, Cranberries and Coconut, served warm with Vanilla Bean Ice
Cream sprinkled with Toasted Coconut
- Peach and Blueberry Crisp Fruit Crisp served warm with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream and a light Blueberry Purée
SIGNATURE UPGRADES Specially created by our Executive Chef, we offer upgrades to the featured menu:
Appetizer (Market Price)
- Mojito Shrimp Cocktail Shrimp marinated with Lime, Cilantro and Mint, served with Mango-Avocado Salsa and smoked Salmon Mousse served over fresh Mesclun Greens, garnished Corn Tortilla Chips and a Chipotle Cocktail Sauce
Main Course (Market Price)
- Odyssey Filet Mignon 10oz.Center Cut Filet, char-grilled and served to temperature with a Wisconsin Cheddar Double-Baked Potato and roasted Asparagus
All Wednesday Firework Cruises and Saturday Night Dinner Cruises will have a Dessert Station with a Chocolate Fountain instead of a plated dessert. Click here to see the Sunday Sunset Dinner Menu.
Menu items are subject to change.
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Odyssey Chicago Brunch Cruises
Odyssey offers the most unique brunch setting in Chicago. For our Brunch Buffet menu, our Executive Chef and galley staff prepare a bountiful array of appetizers, entrées, salads and desserts that is sure to please any number of tastes.
Groups of 20-800, please call us at 866/826-3463 or click here for additional Group Cuisine & Menu options.
2012 CHICAGO SAMPLE BRUNCH CRUISE MENU
SALADS
- Classic Caesar Crisp Romaine Hearts tossed with hand cut Croutons and shaved Parmesan Reggiano in a traditional Caesar Dressing
- Mixed Greens with Apples and Strawberries Fresh Salad Greens tossed with Granny Smith Apples, Caramelized Pecans, Strawberries and crumbled Bleu Cheese in a Raspberry Vinaigrette
BREAKFAST
- Scrambled Eggs with Aged Wisconsin Cheddar
- Sausage
- Applewood Smoked Bacon
- Hash Brown Potatoes with Bell Peppers and Onions
ENTRÉES
- House-Griddled Belgian Waffles Freshly made Waffles served with a selection of Maple Syrup, Cinnamon Whipped Cream, Dark Chocolate Shavings and Fresh Berry Sauce
- Maple-Glazed Chipotle Chicken Pan-roasted smoked Chicken Breast, served with a Vegetable and topped with a Chipotle Tomato Cream
- Penne Rigatta Primavera Penne Pasta tossed with fresh Broccoli, Mushrooms, Red Peppers and a light Parmesan Cream Sauce
- Curried Vegetable Cassoulet Broccoli, Cauliflower, Carrots and Assorted Beans baked in a Light Tomato Curry Sauce with Cilantro
- Orange-Ginger Glazed Tilapia Oven-roasted fresh Tilapia marinated with Ginger, Orange and White Wine served over Green Tea-infused Cous Cous
CARVED TO ORDER
- Black Pepper-Crusted Sirloin Roasted Sirloin with natural Juices, served with Horseradish Cream
DESSERT
- Odyssey's Signature Chocolate Fountain
- Assortment of Domestic and Imported Cheeses, Fresh Fruit, Cakes and Pastries
Menu subject to change
Additional Odyssey Chicago Cruises and Menus
Odyssey offers a variety of unique specialty cruises and events in Chicago. On these special cruises our Executive Chef and galley staff prepare a bountiful array of appetizers, entrees, salads and desserts that is sure to please any number of tastes.
Groups of 20-800, please call us at 866/826-3463 or click here for additional Group Cuisine & Menu options.
SATURDAY AFTERNOON LUNCH CRUISE Choose from a three-course meal and make the most of your weekend with an elegant cruise on Lake Michigan.
Click here to see the Saturday Afternoon Lunch Cruise menu and learn more!
MOONLIGHT CRUISE Odyssey's Moonlight Lounge Cruises feature a solo guitarist/vocalist on the Sapphire Deck and a delicious hors d'oeuvres menu.
Click here to see the Moonlight Lounge Cruise menu and learn more!
SUNDAY DINNER CRUISE There's no better way to relax on a Sunday evening than with a two-and-a-half-hour escape on the water featuring a special three-course menu.
Click here to see the Sunday Sunset Dinner Cruise menu and learn more!
Groups of 20-600, please call us at 866/391-8439 for additional Group Cuisine & Menu options.
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