Brunch on the Water: A 90‑Minute Lake Pleasant Cruise with Buffet and a Full Bar

PEORIA BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE

Brunch on the Water: A 90‑Minute Lake Pleasant Cruise with Buffet and a Full Bar

A 90-minute late-morning cruise on Lake Pleasant featuring a buffet brunch by Butcher Block Catering and a full-service onboard bar—this guide explains what to expect and how to plan.

Brunch on the Water: A 90‑Minute Lake Pleasant Cruise with Buffet and a Full Bar.

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Robert Eric Crews
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Set against the open water of Lake Pleasant, the Brunch Cruise is a relaxed, family-friendly 90‑minute morning outing where guests move slowly across the lake while enjoying a buffet brunch and nostalgic music in a convivial onboard setting.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE MEAL

Buffet Brunch by Butcher Block

A chef-catered buffet serves morning standards—frittata, spiced ham, bacon, breakfast potatoes, French toast or waffles with compote, fresh fruit and pastries—offered during the cruise as part of the experience.

THE VIBE

Relaxed Music and a Social Bar

Background playlists of 70s, 80s and 90s hits set a nostalgic tone while a full-service bar on board offers mimosas, beer, wine, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages for purchase.

THE SETTING

Family-Friendly Time on Lake Pleasant

The cruise is presented as a family-friendly late-morning outing that emphasizes relaxation on the water with food, drinks and music for all ages.

What the day feels like

What the cruise feels like

Boarding for a 90‑minute, late-morning tour of Lake Pleasant leads into a measured loop across the water: guests queue to buffet for their plated brunch, linger with drinks from the full bar, and ride with nostalgic tunes in the background—an easygoing social cruise built around food and atmosphere.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this cruise suits—and who should plan differently.

1
Families with young childrenA family-friendly outing where infants are permitted but require a ticket; note toddler (0–3) tickets do not include a meal.
2
Brunch and food loversAppeals to guests who value a prepared buffet brunch—the menu includes frittata, ham, bacon, breakfast potatoes, French toast or waffles, fruit and pastries.
3
Casual social groupsIdeal for groups who enjoy relaxed music and an onboard bar; beverages and additional snacks are available for purchase but operate on a cash-only basis onboard.
4
Guests with dietary restrictionsThe operator tries to accommodate allergies but faces limitations because food is prepared offsite and served buffet-style—call before booking to confirm accommodations.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Boarding

Boarding starts 30 minutes before departure; the cruise itself lasts 90 minutes. Every passenger needs a ticket, including infants; toddler (ages 0–3) tickets do not include a meal.

What to Bring

Bring your ticket for each passenger and cash for onboard purchases—snacks and beverages on board are cash only. No outside food or beverages are allowed on board.

Payment & Service

The full-service bar accepts cash only on board; gratuities for captain and crew are not included in the ticket price and are split evenly among crew.

Food & Allergies

The buffet menu is provided by Butcher Block Catering; operators will try to accommodate allergies but have limitations—call before booking to discuss dietary needs.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

Does every passenger need a ticket?

Yes—all passengers need a ticket, including infants. Toddler (ages 0–3) tickets do not include a meal.

How long is the cruise?

The cruise is a 90-minute late-morning outing on Lake Pleasant.

Is food included?

A buffet-style breakfast brunch catered by Butcher Block is provided as part of the cruise; menu items are subject to change.

Can I pay for drinks with a card on board?

No—snacks and beverages on board are cash only.

Can you accommodate food allergies or special diets?

The operator does its best to accommodate allergies and dietary restrictions, but there are limitations because food is prepared offsite and served buffet-style; call before booking.

What is the refund or reschedule policy?

There are no refunds; a 24-hour notice is required to reschedule.