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Catering staff serving the buffet line aboard the Spirit of Cincinnati

Catering Menus

Chef-crafted buffet menus for every occasion aboard the Spirit of Cincinnati, several also available on the Destiny Yacht. Contact us for pricing.

About Our Menus

  • • All menus are served buffet style and include food and bar staff
  • • Linens, China, and Rolled Silverware included unless noted "Picnic Style"
  • • Substitutions can be made on all menus
  • • All dinner cruises are subject to an 18% Food Service Fee (not a gratuity; it covers disposables and clean up)
  • • Destiny packages include hors d'oeuvres upon boarding and Full Open Bar
  • • Spirit packages include a 3-hour cruise with standard seating and a pay-as-you-go bar (card or cash)
  • • Boarding begins 15-30 minutes before scheduled departure
  • • Contact us for custom menu options and dietary accommodations

Captain's Feast

DestinySpirit

A classic favorite featuring carved, slow roasted prime rib and panko crusted chicken breast.

Hors D'Oeuvres · Salad · Entrees · Sides · Dessert
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Steamship Feast

DestinySpirit

Our signature buffet featuring carved, roasted sirloin dry rubbed with spices and sautéed chicken breast.

Hors D'Oeuvres · Salad · Entrees · Sides · Dessert
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Pork Loin Dinner

DestinySpirit

A hearty menu featuring seared & roasted pork loin with a green peppercorn demi-glace.

Hors D'Oeuvres · Salad · Entrees · Sides · Dessert
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Italian Buffet

DestinySpirit

A classic Italian spread with chicken parmesan, baked ziti, and garlic breadsticks.

Hors D'Oeuvres · Salad · Entrees · Sides · Dessert
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Southern Buffet

Spirit

A Southern comfort buffet with classic fried chicken and savory beef tips in burgundy stock.

Salad · Entrees · Sides · Dessert
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Kentucky Buffet

Spirit

A Kentucky-inspired spread featuring your choice of two carved entrees: roast beef, rosemary turkey, or Kentucky ham.

Salad · Entrees (Choose 2) · Sides · Dessert
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Fiesta Fajita Bar

Spirit

A fun, interactive fajita bar with southwestern-style chicken and beef sautéed with peppers and onions.

Fajitas · Sides
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All American Picnic Buffet

Spirit

A classic cookout on the water with hamburgers, hotdogs, and brats served picnic style.

Main Course · Accompaniments (Choose 3) · Dessert (Choose 1)
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Hickory Smoked BBQ Buffet

Spirit

Pulled pork or roasted pulled chicken simmered in a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce.

Main Course · Accompaniments (Choose 3) · Dessert (Choose 1)
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Mates Wrap Buffet

Spirit

Assorted smoked turkey breast and Virginia baked ham wraps with your choice of accompaniments.

Main Course · Accompaniments (Choose 3) · Dessert (Choose 1)
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A La Carte Appetizers

Add appetizers to any menu to elevate your event. Contact us for per-person pricing.

Domestic Cheese & Pepperoni Trays with Assorted Crackers
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Tray
Traditional Spanakopita
Bruschetta with Fresh Basil, Roma Tomatoes & Mozzarella
Caprese Skewer with Mozzarella Balls, Grape Tomatoes and Fresh Basil
Parmesan Crisp Filled with Creamy Herb Goat Cheese and Roasted Red Pepper
"Surf & Turf" with Marinated Flank Steak, Aioli & Crab Salad on Grilled Baguette
Black Bean Phyllo Cup with Curried Pulled Pork or Chicken and Dried Apricot
Warm Pork Pot Stickers Served with a Sweet Chili Sauce
Warm Petite Chicken Quesadillas Accompanied by Traditional Salsa
Warm Marinated Cocktail Meatballs · Oriental, Bourbon BBQ, Chipotle or Swedish
Warm Petite Vegetable Spring Rolls Drizzled with Sweet Hoisin Sauce
Warm Mushroom Cap · With Smoked Mozzarella Polenta, Crab Meat or Italian Sausage
Warm Petite Maryland Crab Cakes with a Spicy Caper Remoulade
Warm Twice Baked Cheddar & Bacon Topped New Potatoes with Sour Cream
Warm Chicken Wontons with a Spicy Southwestern Sauce
Chicken Wings · Buffalo, Chipotle or Teriyaki Style
Shrimp Cocktail

Bar Packages

Bar packages are available with the purchase of a full menu. Private entertaining packages on the Destiny include a Full Open Bar.

Open Soft Drinks

  • Coke
  • Sprite
  • Diet Coke

Open Beer, Wine and Soft Drinks

  • Coke, Sprite, Diet Coke
  • Bud, Bud Light, Miller Light, Michelob Ultra, Coors Light
  • Chardonnay, White Zinfandel, Merlot, Moscato

Craft beer available by special order

Full Open Bar

  • All beer, wine, and soft drinks
  • Top shelf and specialty liquors

Bar Policies

  • • Bar packages are only available with a full catering menu purchase
  • • No outside alcohol (BYOB) is permitted on any vessel
  • • All guests must be 21+ with valid ID for alcohol service
  • • Licensed by Kentucky Alcohol and Beverage Control

Ready to Plan Your Event?

Contact us for pricing, custom menus, and dietary accommodations. Our cruise coordinator will help plan every detail.