Odyssey Dining Cruises

Escape from the ordinary.

(888) 337-3564

Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave
Chicago, IL 60611 41.8939 -87.6206

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Neighborhoods: Near North Side, Central

www.Odyssey.com

Hours:

Brunch Sat-Sun 12pm-2pm

Lunch Mon-Fri 11:45am-1:45pm

Dinner Mon-Thu 7pm-10pm, Fri 8pm-11pm, Sat 7:30pm-10:30pm, Sun 6:30pm-9:30pm

Price:

$$$$

Last updated 6.24.11

Category:

Restaurants, Boat Excursions

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Romantic Dining, Fine Dining, Brunch, Outdoor Dining, Waterfront Dining, View Dining, Lunch Spot, Group Dining, Happy Hour

Cuisine:

Traditional American

Smoking Permitted:

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What People Are Saying About Odyssey Dining Cruises

The Owner

Odyssey Dining Cruises

Owner

Escape from the ordinary with Chicago's most remarkable cruising vessel. Step aboard Odyssey at Navy Pier and enjoy a two-or three-hour getaway to the signature elegance and total entertainment experience only a true luxury cruising vessel can provide. Enjoy creative cuisine prepared fresh onboard daily by our Executive Chef. Award-winning wines. Live entertainment. Dancing and unmatched views of Chicago's world-renown skyline, voted "Best in America" by Travel and Leisure Magazine. The Odyssey offers a wide variety of specialty cruises year-round, including Brunch and Fireworks Dinner…

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Featured Review

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Contributor

In Short – Three climate-controlled decks offer a comfortable atmosphere to enjoy this fine-dining cruise. The executive chef prepares gourmet appetizers, entrees and desserts, complemented by wine and other cocktails. Jackets are recommended for dinner cruises, but dress is casual during brunch and lunch. The Odyssey II departs from the south side of Navy Pier.

Editor's Tips

The Extras:
Check the cruise's official website for sail times and availability.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. In addition to the amazing views, the food was great and so was the service.
  2. It's a great option for doing something out of the ordinary and is a great way to view / experience the city.
  3. But it was nothing special if your looking to go on a cruise that does include the good food and dancing and city views the odessy is not the only one that offers these pluses.
  4. P.S Skip the $25 window seat option (there are great views from every seat and you'll be outside most of the time anyway).
  5. loved the food and dancing and views.
  6. The views of the city were great, the ship was very clean and nicely decorated.
  7. The waters were calm and the views were beautiful.
  8. They were a talented, upbeat jazz group that played some fun songs.
dessert
100.0% positive
  1. The food is excellent and so is the dessert selection.
food quality
100.0% positive
  1. But it was nothing special if your looking to go on a cruise that does include the good food and dancing and city views the odessy is not the only one that offers these pluses.
  2. The food is excellent and so is the dessert selection.
  3. In addition to the amazing views, the food was great and so was the service.
  4. The attentive staff, good food and great entertainment made it a special evening for us.
  5. Attentive staff, great cruise, food and entertainment
  6. loved the food and dancing and views.
  7. The buffet food was pretty good and very plentiful.
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. The food is excellent and so is the dessert selection.
overall
100.0% positive
  1. The boat looked great and felt like dining in a nice restaurant within the city.
service
100.0% positive
  1. Attentive staff, great cruise, food and entertainment
  2. All the staff was very friendly.
  3. In addition to the amazing views, the food was great and so was the service.
  4. The attentive staff, good food and great entertainment made it a special evening for us.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

12/02/11

Best Dining Experience

by Kweidner at Citysearch

I took a friend for her 30th birthday and it was a birthday she will never forget. All the crew members were very polite and the service was excellent. Your glass of what every beverage you prefered was never empty. The food and the entertainment were also excellent. Most importantly was the experience of dining on the crusie ship. I would highly recommend it to anyone for any occasion. We took the Sunday brunch cruise. It was incredible!

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

07/14/11

Relaxing Sunday Brunch Cuise

by ccholly at Citysearch

My husband I went on the odyssey for the sunday brunch I must say we were empressed there food was great the staff very friendly we had a table for two.The band was great as well they sung a variety of music to accomodate everyone the atmosphere was wonderful it was what we expected and then some for a brunch cruise.

CC

2 Star Rating: Below Average

08/05/10

Was Great, Until...

by RegularJim at Citysearch

Most everything said previously by everyone else is true. The service, atmosphere, ambience, etc. is great.

We were attending a 20th anniversary party and the "singer" who announced the special occasions really screwed up my party's announcement. Namely, she mentioned the wife's name but not the husband's.

When informed about it, the "singer" didn't apologize so much as blame it on "the person who wrote the announcements".

A lot of money was paid for a ruined evening.

Pros: Most of the staff was attentive, good food & drink, atmosphere, cleanliness

Cons: Expensive, close tables, Lousy Band.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/15/09

Attentive staff, great cruise, food and entertainment

by Ashmores at Citysearch

We cruised in Chicago on the Odyssey this past weekend. The attentive staff, good food and great entertainment made it a special evening for us. The waters were calm and the views were beautiful. It was topped off with an awesome fireworks display. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and recommend the cruise aboard the Odyssey for a special night out!

  • Pros: Very special event
  • Cons: No drawbacks, everything was perfect
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/17/08

An awesome way to see the city

by Matthew27 at Citysearch

We went on a dinner cruise on the Odyessy were impressed with the entire event. The boat looked great and felt like dining in a nice restaurant within the city. However, the views were better than anywhere in the city. It gives you a completely different perspective of the skyline and when the sun goes down, it is really neat to see the city light up. In addition to the amazing views, the food was great and so was the service. The wait staff took extra care to ensure we had everything we needed. The live band and was also a nice touch. They were a talented, upbeat jazz group that played some fun songs. Overall we had a great time on the Odyessy. It's a great option for doing something out of the ordinary and is a great way to view / experience the city.

The Details on Odyssey Dining Cruises

Place Categories:

  • good buffet food
  • great views
  • impressive cruise ship
  • great celebration place
  • loved dancing
  • great entertainment
  • recommend cruise
  • awesome fireworks display
  • celebrate 10th anniversary
  • nice restaurant
  • great option
  • talented jazz group
  • attentive staff
  • excellent dinner

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Message from Odyssey Dining Cruises

  • Year-round Champagne Dinner Cruises
  • Wedding Receptions & Ceremonies
  • Special Occasions and Groups of 2-700

Escape from the ordinary with Chicago's most remarkable cruising vessel. Step aboard Odyssey at Navy Pier and enjoy a two-or three-hour getaway to the signature elegance and total entertainment experience only a true luxury cruising vessel can provide. Enjoy creative cuisine prepared fresh onboard daily by our Executive Chef. Award-winning wines. Live entertainment. Dancing and unmatched views of Chicago's world-renown skyline, voted "Best in America" by Travel and Leisure Magazine. The Odyssey offers a wide variety of specialty cruises year-round, including Brunch and Fireworks Dinner Cruises the entire family will enjoy, Saturday Champagne Dinner Cruises, and Mother's & Father's Day Celebrations.

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