Quick Details
Celebrate New Year’s Eve aboard a vintage dining train featuring a three-course dinner and reserved table seating. This dining-focused evening highlights attentive service, classic railcar ambiance, and a relaxed journey through the Chattanooga area—an elegant and memorable way to welcome the New Year.
Seating types are in different railcars and cannot be combined.
Choose Your Seating
- Dining Car Tables — seats up to 4
- Pullman Car — tables for 2
- Private Car #98 — exclusive space for up to 8
Diner Table
Priced per table • Seats up to 4 • Pricing varies by party size
$ 240
Pullman Section – Table for 1–2
Priced per table • Seats 2
$ 290
B&O Private Car #98
Priced per car • Seats up to 8 passengers
$ 2600
Ring in the New Year with an Elegant Dinner Aboard a Vintage Train
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with an elegant, dining-focused rail experience aboard beautifully restored vintage railcars. The New Year’s Eve Dinner Train is designed for guests who appreciate great food, attentive service, and classic ambiance—creating a relaxed evening of conversation and celebration as you travel through the Chattanooga area.
A Dining-First Experience
This experience is intentionally unhurried and centered around dining. While the train does travel during the evening, the focus is on:
- A freshly prepared three-course meal
- Reserved table seating
- The refined atmosphere inside the railcars
—not scenic sightseeing or onboard narration.
Thoughtfully Paced for a Relaxed Evening
Your evening unfolds at a comfortable pace. After boarding, the train departs smoothly, with most of the experience spent comfortably seated at your reserved table. Courses are served gradually throughout the ride, creating a relaxed dining flow rather than a rushed meal.
Three-Course Dinner with Attentive Service
Guests enjoy a freshly prepared three-course menu served onboard. Expect:
- Well-executed entrées
- Attentive, table-side service
- A curated selection of beverages available for purchase, including wine and champagne
Comfort & Atmosphere
Our vintage railcars are climate-controlled for comfort, though temperatures may vary slightly due to the historic nature of the equipment and seasonal weather. We recommend dressing in layers and embracing the timeless charm of traveling aboard restored passenger railcars from a bygone era.
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This experience is ideal if you’re looking for:
- A refined New Year’s Eve celebration without loud crowds
- Reserved seating and attentive table service
- A relaxed, conversation-friendly atmosphere
- A unique alternative to traditional restaurants or parties
You may want to consider another option if you’re seeking:
- A high-energy party environment
- Extensive scenic views or onboard narration
- A fast-paced dining experience
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Menu
First Course
Served upon seating, guests begin the evening with an assortment of artisan breads paired with whipped herb butter, alongside a trio of flavorful hummus served with crisp pita chips.Second Course – Entrée Selections (choose one)
- Pan-Seared Airline Chicken
Finished with parmesan sauce, chef’s seasonal vegetable medley, and garlic herb mashed potatoes - Burgundy Braised Beef
Slow-braised beef with mushroom demi-glace, chef’s seasonal vegetable medley, and garlic herb mashed potatoes - Panko-Crusted Flounder
Lightly breaded flounder with lemon butter caper sauce, chef’s seasonal vegetable medley, and garlic herb mashed potatoes - Baked Pesto Gnocchi (Vegetarian)
House-baked gnocchi with mushrooms, tomato, and spinach in a fragrant pesto sauce
Third Course – Desserts (choose one)
- Triple chocolate cake with ice cream and warm fudge sauce
- Classic apple pie served with ice cream
- Cheesecake topped with fresh strawberries
Included Beverages
Water • Coffee • Lemonade • Iced Tea (Sweet or Unsweet)A curated selection of wines, champagne, and specialty beverages is also available for purchase onboard.
Guests may select from three seating experiences: vintage Dining Car tables seating up to four, intimate two-person tables in the Pullman Car Clover Colony, or the exclusive B&O Private Car No. 98, a beautifully restored private railcar offering an elegant setting for up to eight guests.
- Pan-Seared Airline Chicken
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Important seating note: Dining Car, Pullman Car, and Private Car seating are located in different railcars. Guests will not be seated together if different seating types are selected.
Choose Your Seating Experience
Dining Car Tables — Seats up to 4
Classic vintage dining tables ideal for families, friends, and small groups looking to share a traditional dining experience.Pullman Car Clover Colony — Tables for 2
An intimate setting designed for couples or guests seeking a quieter, more refined atmosphere.B&O Office Car No. 98 — Private Car (Seats up to 8)
A beautifully restored private railcar offering an exclusive dining space, perfect for private celebrations or special New Year’s Eve gatherings. The full Dinner Train menu is served onboard. -
We do not have a formal dress code for the Dinner Train; however, many guests enjoy dressing up for the occasion. Attire ranges from smart casual to cocktail-style, creating a relaxed yet elegant evening atmosphere.
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Trains board at the Grand Junction Depot, located at 4119 Cromwell Road in Chattanooga, Tennessee. All departure times are listed in Eastern Time.
Please arrive early to allow time for check-in and boarding.
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Is this experience suitable for children?
This experience is best suited for adults and older children due to the length of the meal service and quiet, dining-focused atmosphere.Do you offer vegetarian or gluten-free options?
Yes. A vegetarian entrée is available and is also gluten-free. Please contact us prior to booking for additional dietary needs.Is alcohol included?
Alcoholic beverages are not included but are available for purchase onboard.What will we see along the route?
The train travels through portions of urban East Chattanooga. While guests may see local landmarks, this experience is not a sightseeing or narrated ride.