USA · BUFFET EXPERIENCES
Good buffet experiences fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 10 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Clearwater’s Calypso Queen buffet cruise, with lunch or dinner, open-bar drinks, coastal views, live commentary, and dancing.
“Poor quality food and very mjnimal.choices. staff are good. But just a name sake ride. No good music or any activities. Nothing good for the money you pay. If u expecting a ferry ride alone this is OK. But no quality buffet or party.”
Review of Kauai’s Luau Kalamaku, with buffet dinner, open bar, fire dancers, plantation train option, pricing, timing, and booking advice.
“Very well organized with excellent service. The staff did exceptionally well keeping things moving and considering the number of customers, no small feat. The entertainment was lovely and in more story form than I've seen in the past so nice change. Food was good but typical of a luau. Huge selection so you can't go hungry! There other opportunities to check out more about the plantation itself and it's past history which to me, is a must. All in all, great experience!”
Review of Cincinnati’s Ohio River dinner cruise, with buffet menus, skyline views, music, pricing, parking, and practical tips for booking.
“The cruise was enjoyable. The DJ and other guests added to the entertainment and relaxed atmosphere. The staff was cordial, professional and friendly. I highly recommend this cruise.”
Review of Kauai’s Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation, with buffet dinner, open bar, craft fair, live music, hula, and fire dancing.
“wonderful setting and experience reaching into the history and culture of the Hawaii. Beautifully choreographed performance - definitely one of the highlights of the island. Definitely a must to see!”
Savannah dinner cruise with Southern buffet, river views, live music, dancing, and practical tips for parking, timing, and value.
“Great activity. Riverboat food was great, and the entertainment was spot on!”
Cruise the Potomac aboard Spirit of Washington with a buffet meal, DJ, dancing, games, and views of DC landmarks for a festive afternoon or evening.
“We celebrated our anniversary. It was special. The staff made us feel welcome throughout the entire trip. We truly enjoyed the trip.”
Review of the Voyagers of the Pacific Luau in Kona, with ocean views, buffet dinner, cocktails, hula, music, and Samoan fire dancing.
“The Luau was awesome! I'd not been to a luau in decades but wanted my adult children to have the experience. The food was fantastic (i don't remember the luau food from my past being this delicious) and the setting on the waters edge was breathtaking. All of the staff and the performers were top notch; attentive, friendly, helpful and engaging. The music, costumes and dances were engaging and the education provided about the different cultures represented was appreciated. I highly recommend this luau”
Review of NYC’s Spirit of New York buffet cruise, with skyline views, Statue of Liberty photos, DJ music, dining tips, and honest value advice.
“me family and friends had a great time would definitely do it again when I come back”
Enjoy a mimosa, Louisiana buffet favorites, courtyard seating, and live jazz at New Orleans’ Court of Two Sisters for $51.
“The Jazz was excellent. The Food is Devine. The Customer Service, servers, table attendants, waiters are also amazing. we have gone there in the past 2 decades each time we visit.”
Review of Norfolk’s Spirit of Norfolk buffet cruise, with river views, Navy ships, dining, music, patio access, price, and practical tips.
“It was a good variety of food and the music was awesome”
Every kind of American day out, and the best of each.
