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    4.1 (275 reviews)
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    Me with my glass of champagne.
    Josh Y.

    My mom came to town to visit me for the first time in my adult life, and I wanted to make her last night in Seattle really special. A dinner cruise felt like the perfect sendoff--and it was! Waterways delivered a great experience. Check-in was a breeze using just our last name, and the crew was professional, friendly, and welcoming. The cruise itself was mellow and relaxing, with the captain chiming in at intervals to share fun facts, which added a nice touch. We even got a complimentary glass of champagne when we sat down. My mom has a somewhat unusual food allergy (Alpha Gal--basically no red meat or anything from mammals), and I noted this when booking. We both chose the salmon entrée and asked for one to be dairy-free. I was really impressed that they honored this request: we got the same salad, but hers was served without cheese, which was perfect. The salmon plate came with a tasty teriyaki-style glaze, steamed white rice, and a small side salad. Overall, very enjoyable--I'll get to my one "but" in a moment. A highlight of the evening was stepping out to the bow for the classic Titanic-style photo. The captain chimed in over the PA with a perfect dad joke--"You know how that movie ends, right?"--and it gave us both a laugh. A fun, memorable moment. Now for a few notes that I hope Waterways might take into consideration for future cruises: 1. Diesel exhaust during undocking - They left the aft doors open while getting underway, and a lot of diesel fumes entered the cabin. My mom has asthma and had to put on a mask for a bit until they opened other doors to clear the air. As someone who works on boats myself, I understand diesel comes with the territory--but limiting fumes in the passenger area would make a big difference for everyone's comfort and health. 2. Salmon doneness - While delicious, the salmon was a bit undercooked inside. Not an issue for us--we love sushi--but I can imagine this being off-putting to someone expecting fully cooked fish. Possibly a result of trying to keep it from drying out on the warmer? 3. Dessert confusion - We ordered chocolate-covered strawberries without realizing a cheesecake dessert was included with the meal. Not a huge issue (especially since mom can't eat cheesecake anyway), but it felt awkward to tell the server we only ordered one dessert, then be told the meal comes with one. Also, the strawberries came with whipped cream, which mom can't eat either--something we would've asked to omit if we had known ahead of time. A bit more transparency or labeling on the menu would really help. Despite these minor issues, we had a lovely night, and I would definitely recommend a Waterways dinner cruise for anyone celebrating something special. It was a great way to make memories with my mom--and I'll always treasure that.

    The view
    Tony B.

    DINNER ON THE SOUND Fun sunset dinner cruise on the Puget Sound. We had actually booked a wine tasting cruise with our member winery however it was cancelled. Waterways contacted me and asked if I'd like a refund or I could go on a sunset dinner cruise the same day and time. I said I was interested but had noticed from the website that dinner cruises were less expensive than the one we booked. "No problem", she said, "we will refund the difference to your card AND comp you a bottle of wine, the window seat and a free charcuterie platter for your trouble". "Great!" I said. "We are in!" The cruise was great. For our dinners, my wife had the salmon, and I had the steak. She said it was so-so. My steak was slightly more done than I like it. Medium well vs medium rare. Then again, nobody asked me how I'd like it cooked. Also, you know they cook this stuff before you get on the boat so it has to be cooked to lowest common denominator which, I guess is medium to medium well. The staff were very friendly. We made a connection with a young man who brought us our second bottle of wine. He said he had been working there for nine months and loved it far more than the awful grocery store job he left. Unfortunately the fellow knew nothing about how to open a bottle of wine much less serve it. He struggled with the bottle opener. Turning it the wrong direction after the cork was out half way. "You're going to cork the wine!" I exclaimed in an attempt to save it. At which point he took it in the back presumably to get help from a colleague. He brought it back opened and attempted to pour full glasses for both of us. "No no" I said. " You need to pour a taste for the head of the party first". At which point he did for me and I pretended to spit it out, Ha ha. Anyway, I was surprised the fellow had been there nine months and nobody had taught him wine etiquette. Management please take note. No stars will be deducted for food, since, it's really all about the experience. Being on a boat with dinner a full bar. Enjoying the sound and the sunset. The brisk breeze, the scenery. The houseboats. The only reason I MIGHT deduct a single star is not because the waiter did not know how to serve a bottle of wine. Rather it would be because management had nine months to teach him and failed at this simple 5 minute instruction. Other than that, I was very pleased with the experience and would definitely return. I am sure by then the young man will have learned how to handle a bottle of wine. So four stars. Excelsior.

    Christopher E.

    While my family was here visiting from Texas for their last night here we planned our trip for a dinner cruise. It was a very special experience and memories that won't be forgotten. When they come back to visit again they would like for my family to make reservations again. So in a few years we definitely will be back to make even more memories.

    The bill

    Was excited me to change up our New Year's Eve. Vegas locals, we flew up to do this cruise cost little under 700 taxes and fees etc. Then they charge 28 bucks for 2 diet cokes, I was flabbergasted. Not only did they charge 28 bucks but our server Andrew never came by checked on us, no refill. My gf was super thirsty so I had to go up stairs to find someone not our server to get her some water. Suprised wasn't charged for that. Then the name theme suggest dinner on the lake, we finished all of the 5 course meal at the dock. I could have went to a restaurant on the dock for that. Really was disappointed, would never recommend especially for the price

    Onboard their newest boat: Sightseer (08/2023)
    Julie S.

    We took a holiday cocktail cruise on 12/12/24 and had a great time! This was the third Waterways cruise we have taken and it did not disappoint. Captain Jeff was great and made our experience even more memorable when he let me wear his hat and steer the boat. That was really cool! I definitely recommend going on any of their cruises!

    Brunch on a beautiful Sunday morning
    Julia C.

    The service is top notch! Having dinner on a boat cannot get any more romantic than this. I give 5 stars because it is well deserved

    Lindsey A.

    Great time for fireworks. Staff was incredibly friendly and attentive. Music was great.

    Cheesecake Dessert
    Jezel S.

    We did the dinner cruise it was beautiful views but entree took forever to come out. I think they tried to time it to have everyone's come out at the same time but when it did, my food was cold. Also we had gotten back to dock before dessert came out so it went on longer than 2 hours. Good experience for a one time thing

    Captain Spencer
    Cara L.

    Such a wonderful Thanksgiving on Waterways! Exceptional food and service. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming and the views were fantastic!

    Kwame T.

    It is ALWAYS fun hanging out on the lake with friends and family on Waterways cruises. Staff are very friendly and they serve delicious food. My wife and I have made these outings on Waterways dinner cruises but on special occasions like Mother's Day, the staff of Waterways cruises take our spending time together to another level through exceptional service They are so fun and reasonably priced too! Thank you dearly for your dedication and service, Waterways cruises! You're the best in this business!

    Cheese plate
    Alexis M.

    The port was very hard to find!! Better directions are needed!! The email also posted the boarding times incorrectly, it's the tiny attention to details that matter! I enjoyed my time on this cruise!! The main floor and tables were beautifully decorated and I felt very fancy! Loved that the drink menu was all on theme!! The food was amazing, the charcuterie board was huge and so filling! I ordered the bottomless mimosas and they did not disappoint!! I was low key a little board because the drag show left me wanting more. The queen only performed twice and then did musical chairs. So that felt frustrating because the purpose was a drag brunch, which in my opinion should have included performances happening during the entire trip. I might recommend bringing cards or a game to pass the time while you boat around! Views were epic!!

    Omelette, toasted bagel, fried potatoes, bacon, charcuterie spread, champagne, & chocolate covered strawberries.

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    Ask the Community - Waterways Cruises

    Trying to figure out if the cost of food is included in the ticket price for the brunch cruise on July 13. Is it $99 per person plus extra for brunch or does the $99 include food? Thanks!

    Yes, food is included. Only drinks extra.

    What does the one hour cruise cost?

    Hi Wayne, Thanks for reaching out regarding our dining cruises. We don't currently offer any one… Read more

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    Review Highlights - Waterways Cruises

    The Captain, Jeff, even took time to meet us, allowed us to tour the boat and was extremely pleasant and flexible.

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    Enchantress Cruises - Story telling by Mark

    Enchantress Cruises

    (15 reviews)

    Downtown

    We were in Seattle for a few days before an Alaskan cruise. We wanted a unique experience so when I…read morefound Enchantress Cruises, we were sold on the idea. Experience has taught me to be cautiously optimistic but Tim and Captain John delivered in a spectacular way. Great tour, incredible food and just a perfect way to spend an afternoon. if I could give more than five stars I would.

    I cannot rave enough about how lovely our time with Enchantress Cruises was! I booked the dinner…read morecruise as a surprise for my husband's birthday. The experience was worth every penny and then some. The luxury, quality, and attention to detail is unmatched. Mark, the owner, was so attentive and a pleasure to work with. He took care of all the details and answered all my questions. The boat was beautiful and spacious for the two of us. We enjoyed the views and conversation with the crew immensely. My husband is a huge Sleepless in Seattle fan and the highlight of the evening was passing the floating house. The food was amazing. Everything was farm to fork fresh and prepared by a chef onboard. I highly recommend the crab cakes and homemade bourbon ice-cream. The pace of the evening was lovely, it didn't feel rushed or lagging. You could tell Mark worked hard to make sure that our experience from the moment we stepped aboard was seamless. He thought of everything, even providing a cozy blanket when the wind became a little chilly towards the end of the night. I cannot recommend Enchantress Cruises enough! Thank you for a lovely and memorable evening!

    Argosy Cruises - Seattle - 3rd floor viewing deck

    Argosy Cruises - Seattle

    (913 reviews)

    Waterfront

    We took the Harbor Cruise as part of our City Pass package, thinking it would be a good use of time…read moreand a fun way to see Seattle from a different perspective. We ended up really enjoying the tour and would highly recommend to visitors. This would especially be a great thing to add to your itinerary if you're only in the city for a short time, as you get to see a lot of landmarks in a short time. You also get to hear about the city's history and key industries. The ride overall is pretty smooth, and my husband, who gets motion sickness, was totally fine. The boat when docked can experience a little more motion, however, so your mileage may vary. We also found it easy to get seats with good views, and the guides were easy to hear anywhere on the boat. The crew were friendly and engaging, and Angelo and the other staff were very kind to us when my husband and I mentioned we were celebrating our anniversary.

    We reserved our spots for 4pm via CityPass tickets. People started lining up 20-25 minutes prior to…read moregrab the seats at the top of the deck. The check-in and onboarding process was super easy. The ship promptly left dock at designated time. The top deck had open view. The second level had enclosed area with glass window views. Also both ends were open to guests as well. From start to end, the staff member did an amazing job of narrating many aspects of the views from the deck. A lot of it was about the downtown Seattle buildings, Space Needle, buildings and parks by the shore, the sea ports and many other cool facts along the way. I throughly enjoyed the hour long tour. The weather was also fantastic to take stunning pictures of the downtown, the mountains and the port. They also had a bar in second level where they served alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages, pop corn and some small snacks. Prices were decent for it being a tourist activity. We liked both popcorn and the strawberry lemonade.

    Viaggio Luxury Yacht Charter - Mocha Semi Freddo

    Viaggio Luxury Yacht Charter

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    Ballard

    Captain Trig's yacht (the Viaggio) is most certainly luxurious, and the experience you can expect…read morewould be very difficult to surpass. Clients are pampered, fed three gourmet meals each day, and taken on beautiful excursions. We saw an abundance of whales, dall porpoises, sea otters, harbor seals, sea lions, bald eagles, deer, and bears. Fishing was a delightful success(we shipped 43 pounds of salmon and halibut home). After our cruise, we explored Alaska by land, and although still scenic, the whole land experience was anticlimactic. Any future visits we make to Alaska will center on this kind of cruise, and I can't imagine anyone doing it better than Viaggio Luxury. Floyd Hale

    Never been to Alaska. Never been overnight on a boat. Now we want to do both again for future…read morevacations and we will choose Viaggio for our Alaska tours. Only 6 guests allowed, so the boat is quiet and not over crowded. Only 2-3 crew members who take care of everything and with a smile. They emphasize making the trip as stress-free as possible-and it was. Spacious boat, nice, clean rooms, delicious food, friendly crew. Watch and learn from the chef (who will cater to your likes/dislikes, food allergies and preferences), hang out in the wheelhouse and talk with the captain while looking for wildlife, and drive the boat. Great for all ages-fellow travelers ranged from teen to senior. Lots to do on the boat like movies and local books and plenty more off the boat- kayaking, whaler for easier sight-seeing, 27' sport boat so we could fish as often as we wanted (fishing licenses included-so one less thing we had to deal with). Caught crab and fish and had it for our meals the same day and beyond! We even had some to take home. We saw so much wildlife and other special sites without the cost of extra excursion fares. We rarely saw other boats (besides fishermen) so we were out in Alaska's natural element to take in the scenery with privacy-no big cruise ships or 1000s of people-just a small boat and nature. We were able to get close to wildlife without disturbing them or they followed our boat for up-close and personal experiences-from whales to porpoises, bears to porcupines. You spend a lot of time at sea but in a good way-taking in the surroundings you normally wouldn't see with other tours (large cruises) or traveling on your own. But you can make stops in town for a night depending on what tour you book. With never being on a private charter tour before, we really didn't know what to expect, but we were blown away with the experience and being spoiled. PS - They were great about getting back to us when we had additional questions before booking the trip. Also, they will work to pick you up at your hotel or airport.

    Atmosphere Seattle

    Atmosphere Seattle

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    Westlake

    Gorgeous new place on the block!!…read more Stunning new event space right in south lake union/ downtown with sweeping lake union views. Views alone were worth a trip or 4!! Came for the opening of this shiny new spot yesterday. A gorgeous 3,000 square foot event space that was completely remodeled: with in house catering, vendors, event planners, photo booths, musician! And the food. It was like going to a super fun wedding minus the formality of it. The owner was there as well: super passionate and shared the story of how she bought this space sight unseen: took a long process in turning this into a gorgeous space that it is now. It was super cool! And the food!! They allow outside catering too but the in-house catering: Kaspar catering : baos topped with micro greens and mint. Steamed to serve! Poke rolls :delicious! Panna cotta : in a cup! Lisa Dupar catering: this one was fantastic as I've had a chance to taste their food in the past at a wedding. The gorgeous cupcakes, macarons, molasses cookies and stunning cake. All were so pretty! Mark ryan wine! I mean, what's not to love as it's one of the wineries I frequent in Woodinville wine country. My pup baci's favorite too. Luxe Photo Booth: this one was so fun! The 360 Photo Booth!! I've seen them in Time Squares recently as well as at a valentines event. But this one was so much more fun as I didn't have to wait in line or fight the crowd for it. The person that was running it was super friendly and helpful too. The jazz musician was pretty rad too. And they had valet!! Butler Valet: All the friendly guys in uniform waiting for you as you arrived during rush hour in downtown: pretty darn cool. All events should be this cool. I'm only going to events with valet from now on! Ok thanks. Overall, this was such a fun place.I came to check out the space: left with all the food and fun.The space, the team, the design, the music!! And that Photo Booth: all are essential part of throwing an epic event. All events should be this fun!! I guess they will be if you throw them here: weddings, birthdays, corporate events, sweet 16th. I wouldn't mind coming here for a photoshoot: hello contents!!Or just a fun anything event.Did I mention the views?? Ahh the possibilities!!!

    Rented the space for a company offsite for 2 days. Atmosphere has great views, facilities, and…read moremanagement. The team had multiple vendor suggestions that all worked perfectly. The space looks newly renovated and had all of the amenities we needed. Can't wait to book again!

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