The 9 Best Dinner Cruises in San Diego

1.San Diego Harbor Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,234 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $125Our pick

Review of San Diego’s Harbor Dinner Cruise, covering food, views, entertainment, price, accessibility, open bar, and practical booking tips.

“I was initially intrigued and excited by the concept of the dinner cruise! Made the company aware of my allergies (peanuts & peas) and they were very attentive the week before the cruise to make sure my plate would be allergy free. My sad salad consisted of a few pieces of lettuce and 4 raisins, but no cheese (not sure why?) and no almonds. My main entree consisted of fish, mashed potatoes and vegetables, specifically snap peas (which I’m very allergic to). Dessert consisted of cheese cake that was so-so. Had much higher expectations for paying over $200 for the dinner cruise”

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2.City Cruises San Diego: Gourmet Dinner Cruise & Skyline Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 299 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $121

San Diego dinner cruise review with skyline views, a three-course meal, DJ, pricing, dress code, timing, and practical booking tips.

“Food was good staff was nice ship was clean, however it was unbeabley cold - bring a winter coat. Most of the guess stayed outside due to the extremely cold temperatures.”

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3.City Cruises Gourmet Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 187 reviews · from $133

Review the San Diego Gourmet Dinner Cruise for bay views, plated dining, DJ entertainment, practical tips, accessibility, and value.

“The meal was pleasant with a decent wine collection. The cruise around the bay was enjoyable but without explaining where we were travelling.”

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4.City Cruises San Diego: Buffet Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours (approx.) · from $107

Review of City Cruises San Diego Buffet Dinner Cruise, with bay views, buffet dining, DJ music, pricing, timing, and practical tips.

“It was very nice with a great crew. We saw a beautiful skyline at night. Great music with the DJ. And they celebrated any special occasions that were happening on board.”

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5.Buffet Dinner Cruise with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 11 reviews · from $133

Review the San Diego dinner cruise, with buffet dining, skyline views, DJ music, drinks, accessibility, and practical booking advice.

“The cruise was very wonderful. My family and I enjoyed the whole experience and there were only positive things to say. We really enjoyed the food, the atmosphere and the personnel were fabulous.”

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6.Christmas Day Buffet Brunch or Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 7 reviews · from $95Best value

Review of San Diego’s Christmas Day brunch or dinner cruise, with buffet details, bay views, pricing, access tips, and honest drawbacks.

“Loved it all! But more entertainment could be added!”

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7.Thanksgiving Day Buffet Brunch or Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $135Top rated

Celebrate Thanksgiving on San Diego Bay with a buffet, scenic sights, music, and brunch mimosas aboard a festive holiday cruise.

“It was a wonderful new experience - one we had never experienced as a family together before. Not sure if this will make it to our server but Salem was a lovely, incredible, kind human being that took great care of us! Watching the sunset on the top level pre- and mid-dinner was beautiful and the after dinner and sunset dancing was such a fun and freeing experience. :)”

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8.New Year’s Eve Early Buffet Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $155

Review of San Diego’s $155 New Year’s Eve buffet dinner cruise, with bay views, DJ music, menu details, access tips, and honest value advice.

“What a great dinner adventure! The food was fantastic and the service was wonderful. I highly recommend any dinner cruise with this team!”

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9.New Year’s Eve Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3 reviews · from $141

San Diego New Year’s Eve cruise with waterfront views, a four-course dinner or brunch buffet, music, drinks, and a guaranteed table.

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