3 Lunch Experiences in New York to Build a Day Around

1.City Cruises Luxury Brunch, Lunch or Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 881 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $112Our pick

Board at Pier 61 for a 2 to 3 hour Bateaux dining cruise with a three-course meal, live music, narration, and wide city views through all-glass decks. Choose brunch, lunch, or semi-formal dinner. Sunday brunch includes unlimited mimosas, while drinks cost extra on other sailings.

“It was so great. No regrets. I will do it again in a heartbeat. Celebrated my 4th year anniversary and they were so sweet and generous. Loved the staff, view, the live music, and the food. 10/10.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 417 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $84Best value

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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3.City Cruises New York Signature Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 206 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $84

Spend about two hours aboard Spirit of New York, sailing from Chelsea Piers along the Hudson and East Rivers. Enjoy a buffet lunch, unlimited coffee, tea, iced tea, and water, plus DJ music and views of Lady Liberty, Ellis Island, One World Trade Center, the Empire State Building, and Brooklyn Bridge.

“Great cruise around New York City and lunch was good too! I'm looking forward to doing this trip again”

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