Top 4 Lunch Experiences in Washington DC

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 803 reviews · 2 hours - 150 minutes · from $58Our pick

Cruise the Potomac aboard the Spirit of Washington for a meal, music, and views of the Washington Monument, Old Town Alexandria, and National Harbor. Choose a lunch, brunch, or dinner sailing lasting about two to two and a half hours. You’ll have a private table, buffet dining on some options, and three climate-controlled decks.

“It was delightful. Great DJ and dance floor. The food was excellent and plentiful! Great festive atmosphere. Well worth it!”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 613 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $73

Cruise the Potomac aboard The Odyssey for a buffet brunch or a plated three-course dinner, with Washington’s monuments along the route. Brunch includes unlimited mimosas; coffee, hot tea, and iced tea are included on both options. Expect a private table, music, and time on the ship’s climate-controlled decks.

“I loved everything about it , the food , saver , dj And music. Everything was onpoint 👌🏾”

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3.City Cruises DC: Scenic Buffet Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 418 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $58

Spend about two hours aboard a dining ship on the Potomac, with a buffet, coffee and tea, a DJ, and indoor seating by large windows. Look for the Washington Monument, Reagan National Airport, Old Town Alexandria, and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge. The captain may share stories along the way, though the cruise’s focus is as much on dining and dancing as sightseeing.

“Be sure to check your reservation to confirm your correct cruise and boarding schedule to avoid longer wait time and missed departure.”

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4.Thanksgiving Day Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3 reviews · from $97

Spend Thanksgiving afternoon on a two-hour City Cruises trip from Pier 4, with a chef-prepared buffet, a guaranteed table for your party, and views of Washington, DC from indoor dining areas and open-air decks. A live DJ, games, and drinks for purchase add a festive note. The cruise is $97 per person; coffee and tea are included.

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