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ENJOY LUNCH ON A TRAIN ON THE CAPE COD CENTRAL RAILROAD!
Relish in the midday escape of a relaxing train ride while conversing over a cup of coffee and giving lunch its proper respect. Everyone in your party is sure to enjoy participating in this delightful journey that pairs an expertly prepared luncheon meal and exceptional service with views of the coastal landscape, salt marshes, and woodlands. Light narration is provided on board regarding the points of interest that you will pass along the route. Take a midday break and enjoy an all-weather activity perfect for all ages – let’s do lunch!
See tabs below for details on schedules, routes, seating, accessibility, and reservation policies. Need help? Visit our FAQ page.
Adult (ages 13+)
First Class
Recently Renovated Historic 1937 Dining Car or Lower-Level Dome Car
$ 69.99
Premium Class
Upper Level Full-Length Dome Car with Panoramic Views
$ 89.99
Platinum Class / Lounge Car (ages 21+)
Vintage 1917 Club Car
$ 99.99
Child (ages 3-12)
First Class
Recently Renovated Historic 1937 Dining Car or Lower-Level Dome Car
$ 49.99
Premium Class
Upper Level Full-Length Dome Car with Panoramic Views
$ 69.99
Babies (ages 0-2)
may share from your plate and ride for free
Free
Our Executive Chef has planned a delectable three-course menu with savory lunch fare. Advance reservations are required with meal choices due at time of booking. Our menu options change from late spring to summer to fall, please see full menu details below.
What’s Included:
A three-course meal and 2.5-hour train ride are included in the fare. Massachusetts Meal Tax is also included. Gratuity is NOT included. A full bar is available, and all beverages are sold separately. All Classes of Service include a three course Luncheon and differ only by seating configuration. See “Classes of Service” tab below for more information regarding our seating options.
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Before You Arrive
Please plan to arrive 45-minutes prior to departure to allow time to park and pick up your tickets. We begin boarding 30-minutes prior to departure and cannot hold the train for late passengers.
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For parties of eight or more, an automatic 18% gratuity will be added to your reservation to ensure that our hardworking server who waits on the group will be properly compensated. If your reservation is for fewer than 8 guests but you ask to be seated with a larger party, the gratuity will apply. This will be charged to the card on file and appear as a separate charge. A receipt email will be sent once this charge has been processed.
Please note: The train departs in all weather.
Please see our FAQ page for additional information on routes, onboard experience, accessibility, and boarding process. Email us at [email protected] or give us a call at (888) 797-7245 should you have any additional questions.
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DEPARTS HYANNIS
Departing at 11:30am on the following Wednesdays:
- June 4, 11, 18 & 25
- July 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
- August 6, 13, 20 & 27
- September 3, 10, 17 & 24
- October 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
Schedule subject to change. Please check for availability.
NOTE: Ride durations are estimates. Actual duration may exceed time listed based on railroad needs and, on dining trains, proper coursing and serving of meals.
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Seating in all classes is at tables which seat up to four people. Parties of 5+ on ONE reservation are guaranteed to be seated at tables directly adjacent to each other.
All tables, with the exception of Platinum class, are public by default. Groups of 1 or 2 may be seated with another party. You may guarantee a private table by purchasing the $30 (lunch & brunch trains) or $40 (dinner trains) “private table” option at checkout.
Bathrooms are available onboard and all train cars are climate controlled with air conditioning and heat.
First Class seats are located in vintage 1937 dining cars which have recently been beautifully remodeled, or in the lower level of dome cars in plush booth seats. Premium Class seats are in the upper level of a full-length dome car with panoramic windows. These plush booth style seats are elevated. The Lounge Car (ages 21+) exclusive seating is located in a vintage 1917 Club Car with four booths, lounge chairs, and a leather wrapped bar.
Full bar service is available in all cars. Servers will bring the beer, wine, and spirits to you.
Photo of Premium Class seating – upper level of a dome car:
Photo of First-Class seating which is either in a renovated 1937 table car or in the lower level of a dome car. Photo below is one of the 1937 cars.
Photo of Cape Codder Lounge Car (ages 21+) exclusive seating is located in a vintage 1917 Club Car.
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Changing a Reservation
Please contact us at 888-797-7245 (option 3) or [email protected] should you need to alter or cancel your reservation.Cancellation Policy
Reservations cancelled at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund or may reschedule without penalty. Passengers cancelling within the 48 hour period may reschedule their ride or will receive a gift card that can be used on any excursion, dining, or Polar Express train ride.
Dining train cancellations within the 48 hour period will incur a penalty equivalent to the cost of the meal.Ticketing
You will receive a confirmation email shortly after your booking is processed. Upon arrival, please proceed to Will Call and provide the name on your reservation to receive your physical boarding passes and seating assignments. While you do not need to print your confirmation email, please have it readily available should we have trouble locating your reservation. -
Our staff is happy to assist passengers during the boarding process. At our Hyannis and Buzzards Bay Stations, wheelchairs are available to transport passengers to their railcar, as well as a ramp to a high-level platform for passengers who may have difficulty ascending the stairs to enter the railcar.
Due to the historic nature of our equipment, we can only accommodate wheelchairs onboard that have a maximum width of 26 inches. ADA bathrooms are not available on dining trains. Please be sure to purchase a “First Class – Wheelchair” ticket when booking. Please contact (508) 817-5054 to speak with our ADA Liaison for further assistance with any special accommodations.
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We are able to safely accommodate allergies and dietary needs, including passengers requiring gluten free meals.
Courses that cannot be altered to accommodate the dietary need will be replaced with a fruit plate. Please note any allergies or dietary needs in the “comment” box when booking, along with the passenger’s meal choice.
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All Meals Include
Sagamore Signature Scallop and Bacon Chowder and Dessert
Adult Entrée Options
Pistachio Crusted Cod
Local Caught Cod topped with a Pistachio Crumb and a Citrus Beurre BlancChicken Piccata
Grilled, Marinated Chicken Breast topped with a Lemon Caper Butter, and Shaved ParmesanVegetable Noodles
House-Made Vegetable Noodles tossed in a Homemade Marinara Sauce, Cherry Tomatoes, and Fresh Burrata CheeseCape Cod Central’s Turkey Sandwich
Hand-Carved Turkey on a Grilled Asiago Bread topped with Chipotle Aioli, Heirloom Tomatoes, and Crispy BaconChildren’s Entrée Options
Choo-Choo Sliders
Two Kids’ Sliders topped with American Cheese and accompanied with Celery and Carrot SticksKids Grilled Cheese
Crispy Grilled Cheese Sandwich accompanied with Celery and Carrot SticksConsuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illnesses.
If a person in your party has a food allergy, please inform us at the time of booking. Please also inform your server prior to enjoying your meal.
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All Meals Include
Lobster Corn Chowder and Dessert
Adult Entrée Selections
Mediterranean Salmon
Seared Salmon topped with an Olive, Fetta, Cucumber, and Cherry Tomato Tapenade over Israeli CouscousHoney Barbecue Grilled Chicken
Grilled, Marinated BBQ Chicken Breast topped with Cornbread Crumb and accompanied with Chefs Choice of Vegetable and PotatoBasil Tomato Gnocchi
Gluten Free Potato Gnocchi tossed with Marinated Tomatoes, Fresh Basil, and a Parmesan Cream SauceCape Cod Central BLT
Applewood Smoked Bacon accompanied with Sliced Heirloom Tomatoes, Greenleaf Lettuce, Garlic Mayo on Toasted Slice of Ciabatta Bread, and Potato SaladChildren’s Entrée Options:
Choo-Choo Sliders
Two kids’ sliders topped with American cheese and accompanied with celery and carrot sticks
Kids Grilled Cheese
Crispy Grilled Cheese sandwich accompanied with celery and carrot sticks
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illnesses.
If a person in your party has a food allergy, please inform us at the time of booking. Please also inform your server prior to enjoying your meal.
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All Meals Include:
Cape Cod Clam Chowder and Dessert
Adult Entrée Options:
Baked Stuffed Haddock
Local Caught Haddock topped with House-made Seafood Stuffing and Lobster Newburg SauceChicken Saltimbocca
Grilled, Marinated Chicken Breast topped with Prosciutto, Fontina Cheese, and Creamy Wild Mushroom SauceEggplant Rollatini
Thinly Sliced Egg-Battered Eggplant Stuffed with a Ricotta filling topped with House-made Marinara SauceCape Cod Central’s Shaved Roast Beef Sandwich
Shaved Roast Beef topped with Lettuce, Vine Ripe Tomatoes, and Horseradish Mayo on Chef’s Choice of Bread accompanied with Potato SaladChildren’s Entrées:
Choo-Choo Sliders
Two Kids’ Sliders topped with American Cheese and accompanied with Celery and Carrot SticksKid’s Grilled Cheese
Crispy Grilled Cheese Sandwich accompanied with Celery and Carrot SticksConsuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illnesses.
If a person in your party has a food allergy, please inform us at the time of booking. Please also inform your server prior to enjoying your meal.
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All Meals Include
Harvest Chowder and Dessert
Adult Entrée Options
Hunter’s Harvest Chicken
Pan Seared Chicken Breast topped with Wild Mushroom and Herbs,
and a Fortified Wine Demi-GlaceSweet Potato Pecan Crusted Salmon
Baked Salmon, Crisp Sweet Potato, and Toasted Pecan, Creamy Maple GlazeAutumn Salad
Warm Quinoa Salad tossed with Brussel Sprouts, Roasted Butternut Squash, Cherry Tomatoes, and Slivered Almonds, with an Apple Cider VinaigretteCape Cod Central’s Ham Sandwich
Warm Ham Sandwich topped with Melted Swiss Cheese and Honey Mustard on
Grilled White BreadChildren’s Entrées
Choo-Choo Sliders
Two Kids’ Sliders topped with American Cheese and accompanied with Celery and Carrot SticksKid’s Grilled Cheese
Crispy Grilled Cheese Sandwich accompanied with Celery and Carrot SticksConsuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illnesses.
If a person in your party has a food allergy, please inform us at the time of booking. Please also inform your server prior to enjoying your meal.