The 8 Best Buffet Experiences in New York

1.City Cruises Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Buffet Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 417 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $84Our pick

Board the Spirit of New York at Chelsea Piers for a 2 to 3 hour buffet cruise past Manhattan’s biggest sights. Choose brunch with bottomless mimosas, lunch, or dinner, then step onto the outdoor decks for Statue of Liberty views, skyline photos, DJ music, and seasonal holiday décor.

“It was a great experience. The city look great and the Statue of Liberty was the great highlight. The food and service was excellent”

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2.4th of July Fireworks Party Cruise with Buffet & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 122 reviews · 4 hours · from $269

Spend July 4 aboard a Circle Line cruise on the Hudson, with a summer buffet, beer, wine, soft drinks, a Firecracker Cocktail, DJ music, and views of Macy’s fireworks. You’ll pass the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, One World Trade Center, and other New York landmarks.

“Amazing fantastic experience!! Staff was helpfull, food and bar service was good. Boot was not fully loaded, so enough space for everybody. Didn't knew the activity was including a boot tour around Manhattan and lady liberty, so that was a big plus. I think the music was too loud at middle level, so make sure you sit on top deck. Even if no seats left on top deck, it's possible to walk and stand over there. Firework was amazing, fantastic view!!! I'm so glad i didn't watch the firework from another location. Atmosphere after fireworks was fantastic, boat stayed 30 more minutes or so on the water with loud music…”

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3.City Cruises New Jersey: NYC Buffet Lunch or Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 100 reviews · 2 hours - 150 minutes · from $84

Board the Spirit of New Jersey at Lincoln Harbor Marina for a 2 to 2.5 hour lunch or dinner cruise. You get a reserved table, chef-prepared buffet, DJ music, games, climate-controlled dining rooms, and open-air views of Manhattan, bridges, Ellis Island, and the Statue of Liberty.

“Bom passeio. Tive a sorte de ser uma tarde ensolarada, apesar do frio e ficou tudo lindo. Porém, quanto à comida servida estava tudo frio, perdendo a qualidade.”

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4.New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner Fireworks Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 37 reviews · from $552

Spend three hours aboard a City Cruises ship with a reserved table, chef-prepared buffet, open bar, DJ, and sparkling wine toast for guests 21 and older. The route offers views of Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Statue of Liberty, and New Year's Eve fireworks, weather permitting.

“The decoration and the atmosphere were amazing. Everyone was super friendly, the food was good. The music could have included more new songs, unfortunately only oldies were played, which meant that the dance floor was getting a little emptier. But overall it was a great experience, although it could have gone on a little longer, 3 hours went by way too quickly.”

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5.Christmas Day Buffet Brunch or Dinner Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 29 reviews · from $146

Board the Spirit of New York at Chelsea Piers for a 2-hour brunch or 2.5-hour dinner cruise. You get a reserved table, seasonal buffet, climate-controlled dining, live DJ music, outdoor decks, and views of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and Manhattan skyline.

“Very pleasant atmosphere, excellent food, very good briefing, and friendly service. The music could have been more appropriate (only music from the 90s was played, while Christmas music would have been more fitting on December 25). There was ample space for taking photos, and the ship's crew was very friendly and attentive.”

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6.Christmas Eve Buffet Lunch or Dinner Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 26 reviews · from $199

Board the Spirit of New York at Pier 61 for a 2-hour lunch or 2.5-hour dinner cruise. You’ll have a reserved table, seasonal buffet, coffee, tea, iced tea, DJ music, and views of the Statue of Liberty, bridges, and Manhattan skyline.

“El servio de la tripulación, la comida y las vistas, un paseo espectacular!!! mi agradecimiento por la experiencia y lo recomiendo ampliamente.”

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7.July 4th Fireworks Cruise + BBQ Buffet on Grand Mariner

★★★★★★★★★★3.2 · 19 reviews · 5 hours · from $399

Join NYC Water Cruises aboard the Grand Mariner for a five-hour July 4th harbor ride from Pier 36. You’ll pass the Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and Manhattan skyline, with a BBQ buffet, open bar, DJ, and Macy’s fireworks from the water.

“Bella la crociera e la vista dei fuochi. Ma c'era troppa gente e il cibo era pessimo.”

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8.July 4th Fireworks Party Cruise with BBQ Buffet & Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5 reviews · from $359Top rated

Board the Cornucopia Princess at Pier 81 for a five-hour July 4th cruise with reserved shared seating, a BBQ buffet, four hours of open bar service, a live DJ, and views of New York City’s fireworks from three decks.

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