BUFFET MENU SALAD STATION Salad Sampler Assorted Field Greens displayed with a variety of toppings including chopped European Cucumbers, Grape Tomatoes, Cheddar Cheese, Bacon Bits, Seasoned Croutons and Ranch and Italian Dressings Caprese Pasta Salad Fresh Mozzarella and Grape Tomatoes tossed with Petite Pasta Tubes, Fresh Basil and White Balsamic Vinaigrette ENTREES Thai BBQ Sirloin of Beef Tender Beef smoked and roasted in a tangy BBQ Sauce Caribbean Roasted Chicken Marinated Breast of Chicken served with Hawaiian Pineapple and Cilantro Relish Pasta Primavera Imported Penne Pasta tossed with Roasted Vegetables and Tomato Basil Sauce Tilapia Newburg Pan-seared Tilapia lightly drizzled with Sherry Cream Sauce *Vegetarian Entree available upon request SIDES Vegetable Casserole Double Baked Potatoes Assorted Freshly Baked Rolls DESSERTS Fresh selection of Cookies, Cakes, Bars, Pastries and Seasonal Fruit
Attire. What is the dress code on the Spirit of Chicago? For evening cruises, appropriate attire is business casual to dressy. Men traditionally wear slacks and sport coats, with or without ties. Women wear dresses or nice pants. We do not recommend T-shirts, jeans, shorts or sneakers in the evening. Afternoon cruises are generally more relaxed, and casual attire is fine. Boarding. What is "Boarding Time" and "Cruising Time?" "Boarding Time" is the earliest guests may board the ship. Typically boarding begins 1/2 hour prior to the "Cruise Time." Tickets may be picked up at the dockside kiosk up-to one hour prior to the cruise. Children. Are there any age requirements? Children are welcome on almost all cruises. Coast Guard Regulations. Is the vessel Coast Guard certified? Yes. The Spirit of Chicago is Coast Guard certified and maintained regularly to adhere to strict safety regulations. Cruise Route. Where does the Spirit of Chicago go? The ship departs from the South Side of Navy Pier. While sailing routes may vary, the Spirit of Chicago cruises as far south as McCormick Place and as far north as Montrose Harbor along the Chicago skyline. Dancing. What kind of dance music is played? Lunch and dinner cruises feature a full range of popular dance tunes spun by some of the city s hottest DJs. Selections may include Rock, Blues, Line Dances, Motown, Oldies, Salsa, Hip Hop, Country, and current chart-toppers from every musical genre. Directions. How do I get to the ship? The Spirit of Chicago is conveniently located at Navy Pier just off Lake Shore Drive. Ample parking with shuttle service to Navy Pier is available just off Illinois St. and Grand Ave. Drinks. What do drinks cost? Mixed drinks start at $5.75 for standard brand liquors, $6.75 for premium drinks. All beer is sold by the bottle, with domestic beers for $4.75 and imported for $4.75. Wine begins at $5.00 per glass. Soft drinks are $2.20 each and juice is available for $2.50 each. These prices do not include tax and gratuity and are subject to change. Entertainment. What type of entertainment is offered? It begins with streamers and a Bon Voyage celebration at your table. Intermittent live song performances as well as subtle background music will accompany the dining portion of your cruise. After dessert, star-quality performers stage a live song-anddance revue, followed by pulsing dance hits played by some of the city s hottest DJs. Gratuity. Is gratuity included in the ticket price? A service charge is included in the price and covers gratuity on the food portion of the ticket price. It does not include any gratuity for beverages purchased on the ship or for any outstanding personal service provided by your server. Groups. What size group can Spirit of Chicago accommodate? The Spirit of Chicago can host up to 600 guests. Parties of 20 or more should contact our group sales department at 866-973- 7436. Handicap accessibility. Is the ship handicap accessible? Yes
Seasickness. Will I get seasick? It's unlikely. The Spirit of Chicago is one of the largest and most stable cruise ships on the Chicago waterfront. On rare occasions when the water is very rough, the Captain will sail the vessel within the breakwater area. Seating. How is seating arranged on board? Ships feature cabaret-style seating. The majority of tables accommodate four to eight people and guests are sometimes seated with other parties. Ship Information. Can you tell me a little about the ship? The Spirit of Chicago is spaciously designed with three climate-controlled interior decks, outdoor strolling decks at the bow and stern, and the largest outdoor patio deck in Chicago topside. It is handicap accessible and Coast Guard approved for up to 600 passengers. Amenities include full service bars, two dance floors (or staging areas), spacious bathrooms, flexible seating arrangements and huge, panoramic windows. Smoking. What is the smoking policy? All interior the ship are non-smoking areas. Passengers who smoke may do so on the outdoor observation decks. Tickets. Where can I pick up the cruise tickets? Tickets can be conveniently picked up at the dock up to one hour prior to the cruise. Photo ID will be required. Weather. Does the ship sail in inclement weather? Absolutely. Ships are fully enclosed and climate-controlled for your comfort. Cruises sail rain or shine year round.
DIRECTIONS FROM THE SOUTH: Take the Dan Ryan Expressway West to Lake Shore Dr. North FROM THE SOUTHWEST: Take Interstate 55 North (Stevenson) to Lake Shore Dr. North FROM THE FAR SOUTHWEST: Follow Interstate 57 North to the Dan Ryan Expressway West Go to Lake Shore Dr. North Exit Grand Ave./Illinois St. to Navy Pier FROM THE SOUTHEAST: Take 90/94 West (Dan Ryan Expressway) to Lake Shore Dr. North FROM THE NORTH: Take 90/94 East (Kennedy) to Ohio St. Exit Turn right on Fairbanks/Columbus Dr. Turn left on Illinois St. to Navy Pier FROM THE NORTHEAST: Take Lake Shore Dr. South to the Grand Ave./Illinois St. exit Turn left on Illinois St. to Navy Pier PARKING Ample parking with shuttle service is available around Navy Pier. Directions are provided by Spirit Cruises. The exact address of the ships departure is provided upon reservation confirmation. Is parking available close to the ship? The Spirit of Chicago is conveniently located at Navy Pier just off Lake Shore Drive. Ample parking with shuttle service to Navy Pier is available just off Illinois St. and Grand Ave.