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Spirit of Melbourne Cruising Restaurant - 4 Course Meal With Drinks

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Enjoy a sumptuous four course meal (drinks inclusive) aboard the beautiful Spirit of Melbourne.

Enjoy a sumptuous four course meal (drinks inclusive) aboard the beautiful Spirit of Melbourne.

Highlights

  • See some of Melbourne's best waterfront sights such as Federation Square, Flinders Station, Rod Laver Arena, Riverside Park and the Royal Botanic Gardens.
  • Enjoy a delicious four course meal paired with premium Australian wines or beer.
  • Whether it's a first date or an extravagant anniversary dinner, this is the perfect romantic gesture.

Experience a meal that you will never forget aboard the Spirit of Melbourne Cruising Restaurant.

Cruise down the Yarra River by night, see the twinkling lights of Melbourne city whilst dining on a delectable four-course meal. You will get to choose from several mouth-watering options from their menu and even enjoy a beverage, which is included in your fare.

The Spirit of Melbourne represents one of the best dining options in Melbourne, they offer a truly unique experience.

This is the perfect opportunity to treat your significant other to a romantic night out. This tour has it all, food, drinks, sights, and fabulous ambience to ensure you have the perfect night.


MENU SELECTION (subject to change)

Entrée Tasting Platter (Inclusive of all 3 Items listed)

Lamb Kofta served with minted yoghurt (GF)

Peking Duck on a bed of garden salad (GF)

Seafood Cocktail dressed in a creamy seafood sauce (GF)


Main Course (one choice per guest)

Chargrilled Chicken Breast with a porcini mushroom cream sauce, served with potato and seasonal vegetables (GF)

Backed Barramundi Fillet, cooked with ginger & lime, dressed in coconut velouté, served with wild rice and vegetables.

Chargrilled Beef Eye Fillet cooked “medium” with a port wine jus, served with potato and seasonal vegetables (GF)

Portuguese Lamb Shank served upon mash potato with a confit of vegetables


Vegetarian Options

Entrée: Ratatouille Filo Parcel served with goats cheese and salad (V)

Main: Whole Baby Pumpkin filled with a stir fry of seasonal vegetables and quinoa, topped with melted cheese (V) (GF) OR Roasted Mediterranean Vegetable Lasagna with a bechamel sauce served with potato gratin & seasoned vegetables (V)


Children's Menu (Choice of)

Schnitzel and chips

Spaghetti Bolognese


Dessert Platter

Selection of Mini Desserts

Cheese Tasting Platter

Australian Cheeses, dried fruit and nuts served with crackers

Tea, Coffee & Chocolates

Port or Liqueur (Available upon request during Tea & Coffee service)


Beverages

Premium selection of Red, White & Sparkling Wines

Selection of Beers & a rage of Spirits

Soft Drinks & Orange Juice


Please Note: You must choose your main course option in the checkout. This cannot be selected on the night.

**VALENTINES DAY CRUISE** Please Note: There will be a special Valentines cruise on the 13th and 14th of February. This will include chocolates and flowers on the table. No children are allowed on this cruise.

The Cruising Restaurant may sometimes operate on the Yarra Countess and the Yarra Empress, depending on demand, weather, major events, river closures, and tides.

Adult $195.00
Adult - Valentines $215.00
Child 13-17 years $125.00 (Child 13-17 years)
Child 2-12 years $100.00 (Child 2-12 years)

What's included

  • All-inclusive four course meal
  • Wine, beer, spirits, soft drinks and juice
  • Stunning city view cruise

Duration

  • Allow approximately 3 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • Departs: Berth 1
  • Southbank Promenade
  • Southbank VIC 3006
  • Australia

Legal Drinking Age Enforced

  • To consume Alcohol you must be over the legal drinking age. You may be asked to produce Government Issued ID to prove your age.

Notes

  • Please note: Please inform us of any Dietary Requirements to ensure we can accommodate them. You must choose your main course option in the checkout. This cannot be selected on the night.

    Cancellation Policy:

    Customers will receive a partial refund or credit with 7 days notice of cancellation and will incur a 25% booking fee. 6 days or less before the booking if a customer wishes to reschedule or cancel due to COVID, medical reasons or any other reason they will be offered to reschedule to another date providing they have spoken to a staff member before the cruising date.

    Please contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.

    Any changes or cancellation of your booking with Melbourne River Cruises will need be within staffed business hours Monday - Friday. If you need to speak with Melbourne River curises about canceling or chancing dates you can reach them at the physicalTicket Kiosk located atSouthbank Promenade at Berth 1 and 2.

Available Bookings from 19 Nov to 2 Dec 2025

Change Dates

All prices are shown in AUD ($)

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  • Adult$185.00
  • Child 13-17 years$125.00
  • Child 2-12 years$100.00

  • Adult$185.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child 13-17 years$125.00
  • Child 2-12 years$100.00

  • Adult$185.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child 13-17 years$125.00
  • Child 2-12 years$100.00

  • Adult$156.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child 13-17 years$125.00
  • Child 2-12 years$100.00

  • Adult$156.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child 13-17 years$125.00
  • Child 2-12 years$100.00

  • Adult$185.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child 13-17 years$125.00
  • Child 2-12 years$100.00

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

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Kara Koroivuk from New Zealand wrote on 17 November 2025

A must do for a date night

We had such an amazing time and was looked after by everyone in the team, and thanks for letting us board at 7:30 on the dot - we had to board bang on as our flight was delayed. Meal was worth it. Mum got the barramundi and I got the ribeye, juicy and tender the veges were delicious too. The team ensured we had an enough water, drinks and coffee and tea and the sights on the Yarra river was so beautiful as the sun set. We also got to meet some lovely people from Melbourne too. What a terrific start to our trip, well worth the experience and worth all 4 courses. They kept in mind my nut allergy and brought my favourite dessert out - Crème Brûlée. Magic workers and mind readers.

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ashleigh14 from New Zealand wrote on 15 November 2025

Must visit!

An outstanding experience from start to end, friendly and attentive servers, delicious food and endless drinks. A must do when you visit Melbourne, the perfect way to see the city lights at night!

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Lesley Mackman from Australia wrote on 11 October 2025

Spirit of Melbourne Cruise

A lovely night spent on the Spirit of Melbourne dinner cruise. Food was as expected, not fine dining but a good feed with large portions. Plenty of alcohol but the wine range could have been wider. Perhaps a rose or resiling to choose from. As a two story boat we were dependent on the tides so we didn’t go far because we couldn’t get under bridges. Having said that, the Melbourne skyline never disappoints. A fun night was had by all.

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Bryon Rourke from Australia wrote on 06 September 2025

Bryon R

Excellent cruise and terrific food. Staff are friendly and helpful. Fantastic night.

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Rashed Almazi from Australia wrote on 23 August 2025

Wonderful Experience

Had an absolutely fabulous night. Can’t fault the service, friendliness of the staff, food was exquisite, drinks 100% bottomless. Incredible value for money. And a really nice overall experience. We celebrated our 22nd anniversary there. They even gave us a nice cade. Wonderful way to see the Yarra at night. Cannot recommend enough

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