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Every meal aboard the American Queen is an affair to remember. Regina Charboneau, our Culinary Director and celebrated American Chef, draws her inspiration from our great Heartland and has created a moveable, delectable feast for you to indulge in. From piping hot beignets and bananas foster French toast for breakfast to succulent five-course dinners, every day celebrates the culinary senses.
 
Creations Befitting a Queen

Even more astounding than the choices you will find on our menus are your daily choices of dining venues. The opulent J.M. White Dining Saloon is the centerpiece, serving breakfasts, lunches and dinners that are befittingly grand. The Front Porch Café offers a wide variety of classic American favorites and can satisfy any craving, at any time, as it is open 24 hours. The River Grill & Bar serves up views as spectacular as the grilled fare and fresh salads and offers romantic, alfresco dining in the evenings. Should you be feeling peckish in the wee hours, you will find the Moonlight Supper in the Engine Room Bar offers surprising midnight delights.

Breakfast

Early Riser Coffee / Front Porch Café
Buffet Breakfast / J.M. White Dining Room
Traditional Breakfast Service / J.M. White Dining Room

Lunch

Buffet Luncheon / J.M. White Dining Room
Traditional Luncheon / J.M. White Dining Room
Alfresco Lunch / Front Porch Café

Dinner

Traditional Dinner / J.M. White Dining Room
Alfresco Dinner / Front Porch Café

Snacks and Sandwiches

24-Hour Dining Service / Front Porch Café
Afternoon Ice Cream & Cookies / Front Porch Café
Elegant Southern Tea / Main Deck Lounge
 
For Guests with Special Dietary Needs

The American Queen offers an array of delicious dining selections that cater to your dietary specifications. Our professional culinary staff is ready to meet your needs to ensure your vacation experience is thoroughly enjoyable. Whatever your dietary restrictions and preferences may be, our staff can assist you in finding the perfect course for your nutritional needs that will also be pleasing to your palate.

Here are some common requests we are happy to accommodate:

Low Sodium
No additional salt will be added to any food item, although some foods have natural sodium in them.

Gluten Free
Most of the menu items on the American Queen can be prepared gluten free. We prepare gluten free breads, pastas, soups, sauces, muffins, ice cream and other desserts using nutritious alternative ingredients like quinoa, a super grain.

Vegetarian
Savory vegetarian options are available at every meal, like the Potato and Vegetable Curry with Chick Peas served with Jasmine Rice or the Saffron Risotto with Spinach and Pine Nuts. Fresh fruit or other vegetarian snacks are available in the Front Porch of America at all times.

Allergies
The American Queen kitchen accommodates guests with many types of allergies. The Executive Chef will meet with you personally to discuss your particular food allergy and ensure your dining experience is safe and delicious throughout your voyage.

Heart Smart
Steamboating on the American Queen offers an abundance of indulgent culinary selections, but those who are calorie-conscious will not miss out. We offer delicious low-calorie selections on every menu. Just look for the heart icon next to the item.

Here are some examples of low-calorie dinner options served in the stylish J.M. White Dining Room.

AQ Classic Starters

Marinated Blue Crab Meat with Asparagus-Dill Mousse

Smoked Wild Trout Canapé with Horseradish and Arugula

Cast Iron Style Vegetable Tower including Seared Eggplant, Zucchini, Yellow Squash and Red Cabbage topped with a Savory Tomato Sauce

AQ Soups

Creole Vegetable Soup made with Tomato Broth, Roasted Yams, Turnips, Potatoes and Mustard Greens

AQ Salads

Asparagus, Beet and Romaine Salad with Maytag Blue Cheese Gin Vinaigrette

AQ Entrees

Pan-Seared Catfish with Black-Eyed Pea Vinaigrette and Smoked Tomato Coulis

Seared Ahi Tuna with Fresh Arugula and Chilled Mango Salsa

Pan-Seared Duck Breast with a Currant and Orange Glaze with Saffron Rice Pilaf

When you submit your Guest Information Form, be sure to answer the question, “Do you have any special dietary needs?” This will ensure the onboard staff is prepared to meet your needs, providing an unforgettably enjoyable dining experience on the American Queen.

Aboard the grand American Queen, you can relax in a warm, inviting atmosphere of Victorian charm.

Own the American Queen, or at least feel as if you do, as you enjoy the best. From your spacious, elegantly furnished suite, you are treated to a sweeping river view. Sip a beverage and share conversation in your cozy sitting area with sofa-bed and cocktail tables. Soak in your tub or shower, and then sleep soundly in your antique double or queen bed.

	Suites with Veranda Our suites give you the feeling of a fine Southern estate home, complete with authentic Victoriana and antiques. Perched atop the American Queen in the best locations with expansive views of the river, you’ll feel like Thomas P. Leathers, one of the wealthiest and most successful steamboat owners of the 19th century. From the intimate sitting area with its sofa-bed and cocktail table to the fluffy bed, this is river living at its finest. Category LS 350 to 500 sq. ft. - Queen Bed - Tub and Shower - Sitting Area with Sofa-bed - Vanity Mirror and Desk - Flat-screen TV - French Doors Open Onto Deck - Promenade Deck Category AAA 230 sq. ft. - Two Single Beds - Tub and Shower - Sitting Area with Sofa-bed - Vanity Mirror and Desk - Flat-screen TV - French Doors Open Onto Deck - Promenade Deck
	Superior Outside Staterooms Private Veranda With your own private veranda, these staterooms are so enjoyable, you just might never leave. Mark Twain never could have dreamed of accommodations so comfortable. Sit in one of the wicker chairs and prop your feet up on the ottoman as you read through the River Times, our daily program, and discover the delights that await you. Category AA 190 sq. ft. Plus Private 40 sq. ft. Veranda - Two Single Beds - Tub and Shower - Flat-screen TV - Texas Deck
	Deluxe Outside Staterooms with Veranda Settle back on the couch in your sitting area, throw open the French doors to the deck, and greet the day as the banks of the river slip majestically by, just out of reach. Some staterooms in this Category welcome you with a view of the paddlewheel, while our highest guest deck offers expansive views of America’s Heartland. Category A 210 sq. ft. - Two Single Beds - Tub and Shower - Flat-screen TV - Sitting Area with Couch - Vanity Mirror and Desk - French Doors Open Onto Deck - Promenade & Observation Decks
	Outside Staterooms with Veranda Can you imagine opening French doors to a sweeping river vista and the sweet scent of magnolia trees? In these staterooms, there’s no need to dream any longer. Sit on the deck outside your stateroom and greet early morning strollers, relax in bed with your favorite book, or soak in a hot bath. Categories B, C and E 140 to 190 sq. ft. - Two Single Beds or One Queen Bed - Tub and/or Shower - Flat-screen TV - French Doors Open Onto Deck - Observation & Texas Decks
	Deluxe Outside Staterooms with Bay Window Not only do these staterooms take you back in time with décor reminiscent of a turn-of-the-century bed and breakfast, you’ll have the added joy of an expansive bay window overlooking the ever-changing scenery of America’s Heartland. Go ahead and curl up in front of the window with a new novel and savor a moment that belongs to only you. Category D 190 sq. ft. - Two Single Beds - Tub and Shower - Flat-screen TV - Bay Window - Cabin Deck
	Inside Cabins Surrounded by wonderful period details and with every modern convenience, you will find your cares disappear within moments upon entering these cozy havens. We’ve spared no expense on the small details that make all the difference in the world. Note the antebellum-style wallpaper, cloud-like pillows and bright and cheerful private bath. Tom Sawyer never had it so good. Category F 140 sq. ft. - Two Single Beds - Shower - Flat-screen TV - Observation & Promenade Decks Categories G, H, I 132 sq. ft - Two Single Beds - Shower - Flat screen TV - Texas Deck
	Single Outside Staterooms Unaccompanied travelers should never have to sacrifice the comforts of home. In these spacious staterooms with French doors opening onto the deck, you’ll find a large bath with your own tub, as much space as that in accommodations tailored for twice as many people, and Victorian decorative touches that take you back to a simpler time. Category SO 140 sq. ft. - Queen Bed - Tub and Shower - Flat-screen TV - Texas Deck
	Single Cabins Surrounded by wonderful period details and with every modern convenience, you will find your cares disappear within moments upon entering these cozy havens. We’ve spared no expense on the small details that make all the difference in the world. Note the antebellum-style wallpaper, cloud-like pillows and bright and cheerful private bath. Tom Sawyer never had it so good. Category SI 80 sq. ft. - Single Bed - Shower - Flat-screen TV - Observation Deck