Fine Dining on the American Queen

Every meal aboard the American Queen is an affair to remember. Regina Charboneau, our Culinary Director and celebrated American chef, draws her inspiration from our great Heartland has created a movable, delectable feast for you to indulge in. From piping hot beignets and bananas foster French toast for breakfast to succulent five-course dinners, every day celebrates the culinary senses.

Even more astounding than the choices you will find on our menus are your daily choices of dining venues. The opulent J.M. White Dining Saloon is the centerpiece, serving breakfasts, lunches and dinners that are befittingly grand. The Front Porch of America offers a wide variety of classic American favorites and can satisfy any craving, at any time, as it is open 24 hours. The Calliope Grill serves up views as spectacular as the grilled fare and fresh salads and offers romantic, alfresco dining in the evenings. Should you be feeling peckish in the wee hours, you will find the Moonlight Supper in the Engine Room Bar offers surprising midnight delights.

Breakfast
Early Riser Coffee and Beignets - Front Porch of America
Buffet Breakfast - Grand Saloon
Traditional Breakfast Service - J.M. White Dining Room

Lunch
Buffet Luncheon - Grand Saloon
Traditional Luncheon - J.M. White Dining Room
Alfresco Lunch - River Grill

Dinner
Traditional Dinner - J.M. White Dining Room
Alfresco Dinner - River Grill

Snacks and Sandwhiches
24-Hour Dining Service - Front Porch of America
Afternoon Ice Cream & Cookies - Front Porch of America
Traditional Po’Boy Sandwiches - River Grill
Elegant Southern Tea - Ladies’ Parlor
Pre-Dinner Canapés & Hors d’Oeuvres - Main Deck
Moonlight Supper - Engine Room Bar

THE FLEET