Cincinnati Dinner Train

This is definitely a one of a kind dining experience in Cincinnati.

The only thing I'm really not a fan of is it can be expensive, it does get a little long towards the end, and they will stick you with random people if you're a couple to fill tables. The last point could be great or not so depending on the other couple you're with.

But on its perks. You get a 4 course meal for anywhere from $60-$100 a person. The food is phenomenal though! It would be nice if they included one drink with it though. You are seated at a 4 person table. Like I said, if you have 4 people great if not you will be assigned a random couple. Fortunately, we were seated with another younger couple who we had great conversation with for the 3 hours you're on the train. People who live along the route come out and wave as you go by too which is kind of neat. Some of the scenery is very unique and a part of the city you can only see this way. Other parts are boring and full of other trains at a station and lots of trees and one part full of dirty run down houses and yards. But the most part is full of nice neighborhoods and landmarks that the staff point out to you.

There is a bar car located at the back of the train. If its nice out the staff will slide open the side loading doors and you can watch the world go by behind the safety railing. They are very knowledgeable and love telling stories about the history of landmarks and the railway itself. The drinks are reasonably priced and included beer, simple mixed drinks and a pretty extensive wine list.

It starts in Madisonville and goes over 71 where you can wave to traffic. It then heads south through Oakley, goes by Lunken Airport and stops at Sawyer Point to change the engine over and back the same tracks to where it began. The courses come out with perfect timing to take up the trip down without feeling like you're gorging yourself. And the food is so good! When you book your trip, you will get your choice of 3 dishes, so you know what you're getting into before hand.

Its a great unique date/special occasion date idea, for sure. I'm looking forward to doing it again sometime

Definitely something you should try.  The food is good but the overall experience is the real value.  The staff is excellent and the drinks are surprisingly cheap!

I'm a little surprised to find no reviews for this.

We got to take a ride on the Cincinnati Dinner Train over the holidays as part of a office Christmas party. It was a really cool location for a party, as we had 2 whole train cars to our group and we could wander at will. The main car was the dining car, and the second was a lounge car where you could just hang out. Totally vintage train and lots of fun to see Cincinnati by rail.

Food is pretty decent, especially considering it's all prepared before the ride. Staff is great and I'd definitely recommend it if you haven't gone before. It's just something different to do, not your everyday restaurant experience.