Answer: A typical lunch cruise in New York includes a full lunch. In most cases, the meal is served buffet style with a varied menu that features appetizers and salads, a main course and desserts.

For example, the lunch cruise offered by City Cruises, one of the most popular options among travelers, includes a colorful mix of fresh salads, from a classic Greek salad with feta and za’atar to a quinoa based roasted vegetable salad and a sun dried tomato pasta salad with olives and crispy bacon. 

Main dishes include baked orecchiette with ricotta and kale, Birria style chicken, sesame glazed Atlantic salmon and Caribbean jerk braised pork with plantains and black beans. Sides feature curried cauliflower with Brussels sprouts and almonds, rosemary roasted tri color potatoes and a blend of seasonal roasted vegetables. A signature dessert station with individual sweets and seasonal fruit completes the meal.

As for drinks, most companies offer unlimited coffee, hot tea, iced tea and water, all included in the ticket price. Alcoholic beverages such as beer, wine and cocktails can be purchased on board for an additional charge and are usually available at a cash bar. In addition, most lunch cruises include some form of entertainment during the sailing, such as a live DJ or live piano music.