Choose your seat on North America's only electric dinner train! Our wonderful volunteers, delicious food, and beautiful art-deco dining cars will transport you back to a romantic era when some of the finest dining could be found on the rails!
Enjoy drinks and snacks in our Depot before boarding. Our dining cars each seat 50 people in tables of two and four. Each car also has a full cash bar onboard and restrooms. As your courses are served, watch the beautiful Wisconsin scenery and history pass by outside the windows. Our trains stop alongside the picturesque Lower Phantom Lake before laying over in Indianhead Park for 10 minutes to stretch. Enjoy dessert and after-dinner drinks on the return trip. Many of our guests return each year, making memories that last a lifetime!
Enjoy drinks and snacks in our Depot before boarding. Our dining cars each seat 50 people in tables of two and four. Each car also has a full cash bar onboard and restrooms. As your courses are served, watch the beautiful Wisconsin scenery and history pass by outside the windows. Our trains stop alongside the picturesque Lower Phantom Lake before laying over in Indianhead Park for 10 minutes to stretch. Enjoy dessert and after-dinner drinks on the return trip. Many of our guests return each year, making memories that last a lifetime!
General Dinner Train Information
Advance Reservations Required.
Cost includes meal and gratuity. Soft drinks, beer, wine, and cocktails will be available for purchase.
Ticket prices listed below are per person and subject to taxes and fees.
Reservations are non-refundable. Visa, MasterCard and Discover are accepted.
We understand that exchanges may be necessary.
Please request any exchanges no later than 7 days prior to your scheduled event.
Click here for our offerings for special dietary needs.
Note: order any entree and write a note at checkout in the "Special Dietary Needs" box.
If you are purchasing tickets as a gift for someone else, please email [email protected]
with your Order ID and a name we can add to the order for pickup.
The entire train is a non-smoking environment.
The dress code is business casual and high heels are not recommended.
Seating is in the form of tables for two and four, to a maximum of fifty persons per each of the two dinner cars.
Our elegant dinner train experiences are geared for adults only. Check out our Picnic in the Park Train if you are looking for a family-friendly alternative.
Advance Reservations Required.
Cost includes meal and gratuity. Soft drinks, beer, wine, and cocktails will be available for purchase.
Ticket prices listed below are per person and subject to taxes and fees.
Reservations are non-refundable. Visa, MasterCard and Discover are accepted.
We understand that exchanges may be necessary.
Please request any exchanges no later than 7 days prior to your scheduled event.
Click here for our offerings for special dietary needs.
Note: order any entree and write a note at checkout in the "Special Dietary Needs" box.
If you are purchasing tickets as a gift for someone else, please email [email protected]
with your Order ID and a name we can add to the order for pickup.
The entire train is a non-smoking environment.
The dress code is business casual and high heels are not recommended.
Seating is in the form of tables for two and four, to a maximum of fifty persons per each of the two dinner cars.
Our elegant dinner train experiences are geared for adults only. Check out our Picnic in the Park Train if you are looking for a family-friendly alternative.
2026 Dinner Train Schedule and Tickets
Tickets now on sale!
Advance Reservations Required.
Advance Reservations Required.
May - September Schedule:
Check-in / Boarding: 5:00 PM
Departure: 5:30 PM*
Return: 7:30 PM
(Except the Kentucky Derby Train at 3:15PM, Spring, Fall and Chicago Lunch Trains at 12:00PM,
Picnic in the Park Train at 2PM, and Sunday Brunch Train at 10:30AM)
Check-in / Boarding: 5:00 PM
Departure: 5:30 PM*
Return: 7:30 PM
(Except the Kentucky Derby Train at 3:15PM, Spring, Fall and Chicago Lunch Trains at 12:00PM,
Picnic in the Park Train at 2PM, and Sunday Brunch Train at 10:30AM)
August 2026
SURF 'N TURF - SATURDAY, AUGUST 1, 2026 -Sold OUt!
Hors d’oeuvres
Wisconsin Cheese Board
Salad
Raspberry Walnut Salad
artisan lettuce, diced cucumbers, fresh raspberries, chopped walnuts, raspberry vinaigrette
Entrée
Surf ‘N Turf
filet paired with garlic roasted shrimp
accompanied by:
Truffle Oil Potatoes
Farm Fresh Vegetables
local farm fresh assorted sautéed vegetables, fresh herbs
Dinner Rolls
butter
Dessert Course
Tiramisu Cupcakes
wafer cookie garnish
Wisconsin Cheese Board
Salad
Raspberry Walnut Salad
artisan lettuce, diced cucumbers, fresh raspberries, chopped walnuts, raspberry vinaigrette
Entrée
Surf ‘N Turf
filet paired with garlic roasted shrimp
accompanied by:
Truffle Oil Potatoes
Farm Fresh Vegetables
local farm fresh assorted sautéed vegetables, fresh herbs
Dinner Rolls
butter
Dessert Course
Tiramisu Cupcakes
wafer cookie garnish
Wine and cheese tasting - SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 2026 - $115
5 Course Wine Tasting
Course One
VIV Sparkling
Crisp, clean, and delicate with fine bubbles on the palate. Intense flavors of apple, pear, mandarin and lemon zest lead to a pleasant finish with lingering fruit and floral notes. Served with gorgonzola stuffed jumbo shrimp wrapped with smokey bacon; bed of arugula
Course Two
Meiomi Sauvignon Blanc
This bright and lively California wine opens with zesty citrus, dewy grass, and tropical aromas. Beautifully balanced flavors of lemon, guava, and ripe pineapple unfold to reveal a fresh and elegant profile. Served with heirloom tomato bruschetta crostini
Course Three
Unknown Author Chardonnay
This Monterey region Chardonnay has a smooth mouthfeel with a balanced hint of acidity which is brought to the palette with its rich flavor notes of bright lemon, apple and vanilla. Served with grilled apple butter pork medallions, buttered crostini
Course Four
Archetype Pinot Noir
Plush and velvety mouthfeel with rich flavors of fresh strawberry, plum, and black cherry finished with soft notes of chocolate, spicy clove, and vanilla. Served with an antipasto board~ Marinated vegetables, caprese skewers, peppered salami roses, Hill Valley cheese, artisan crackers, roasted nuts
Course Five
Cooper & Thief Red Blend
This is a dark and jammy red blend loaded with bourbon-inspired flavors and aromas. Aging for three months in ex-bourbon barrels gives way to soft velvety tannins with a subtle heat. The combined result is a rich flavor with a long, lingering finish
Served with a black forest brownie, vanilla mousse, Door County cherry garnish
Note that this does NOT include a full dinner
consider having dinner afterwards in one of the many fine restaurants in East Troy.
Course One
VIV Sparkling
Crisp, clean, and delicate with fine bubbles on the palate. Intense flavors of apple, pear, mandarin and lemon zest lead to a pleasant finish with lingering fruit and floral notes. Served with gorgonzola stuffed jumbo shrimp wrapped with smokey bacon; bed of arugula
Course Two
Meiomi Sauvignon Blanc
This bright and lively California wine opens with zesty citrus, dewy grass, and tropical aromas. Beautifully balanced flavors of lemon, guava, and ripe pineapple unfold to reveal a fresh and elegant profile. Served with heirloom tomato bruschetta crostini
Course Three
Unknown Author Chardonnay
This Monterey region Chardonnay has a smooth mouthfeel with a balanced hint of acidity which is brought to the palette with its rich flavor notes of bright lemon, apple and vanilla. Served with grilled apple butter pork medallions, buttered crostini
Course Four
Archetype Pinot Noir
Plush and velvety mouthfeel with rich flavors of fresh strawberry, plum, and black cherry finished with soft notes of chocolate, spicy clove, and vanilla. Served with an antipasto board~ Marinated vegetables, caprese skewers, peppered salami roses, Hill Valley cheese, artisan crackers, roasted nuts
Course Five
Cooper & Thief Red Blend
This is a dark and jammy red blend loaded with bourbon-inspired flavors and aromas. Aging for three months in ex-bourbon barrels gives way to soft velvety tannins with a subtle heat. The combined result is a rich flavor with a long, lingering finish
Served with a black forest brownie, vanilla mousse, Door County cherry garnish
Note that this does NOT include a full dinner
consider having dinner afterwards in one of the many fine restaurants in East Troy.
SOUTHERN DELIGHT - SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2026 - SOLD OUT!
Hors d’oeuvres
Southern Shrimp Dip
served with Alabama crackers
Salad Course
Slaw Salad
mixed greens, red cabbage, grated carrots, brussels sprouts,
green onion, bell peppers, honey lime vinaigrette
Entrée
Baby Back Pork Ribs
char-grilled, dressed with bourbon bbq sauce
accompanied by:
Creamy Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes
served with pepper gravy & scallion garnish
Sautéed Summer Kernelled Confetti Corn
fresh garlic, sweet corn kernels, confetti bell peppers, herb butter & sea salt
Jalapeño Corn Bread
honey butter
Dessert Course
Cinnamon Peach Cobbler Cheesecake
whipped cream
Southern Shrimp Dip
served with Alabama crackers
Salad Course
Slaw Salad
mixed greens, red cabbage, grated carrots, brussels sprouts,
green onion, bell peppers, honey lime vinaigrette
Entrée
Baby Back Pork Ribs
char-grilled, dressed with bourbon bbq sauce
accompanied by:
Creamy Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes
served with pepper gravy & scallion garnish
Sautéed Summer Kernelled Confetti Corn
fresh garlic, sweet corn kernels, confetti bell peppers, herb butter & sea salt
Jalapeño Corn Bread
honey butter
Dessert Course
Cinnamon Peach Cobbler Cheesecake
whipped cream
Beer Tasting - SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 2026 - $125
Enjoy a 2-1/2 hour excursion with heavy hors d'oeuvres while tasting a variety of beers brewed today, including weissbiers, lagers, ales, and steam beers. The tasting will be led by an expert from Black Point Estate. Many more styles of beer will be discussed than we could possibly taste in one evening! The talk will also introduce you to five beer barons who summered on Geneva Lake over the decades, and you'll learn about the evolution of the craft beer movement.
September 2026
Sunday Bruch - Sunday, SEPTEMBER 13, 2026 - $125
This two to two and a half hour round trip departs at 10:30am SUNDAY and stops at
Indianhead Park in Mukwonago before returning to East Troy.
Brunch on the train will include:
Course One
Breakfast Charcuterie Board
waffle wedges, fresh berries, jam, chocolate chips, pecans, syrup
Course Two
Crustless Cheese & Spinach Quiche
accompanied by
Smoked Applewood Bacon
Mandarin Orange Spinach Salad
citrus poppyseed dressing
Course Three
Braided Maple & Pecan Danish
Coffee & Juice
Orange Juice
Dark Roast Regular & Decaf Coffee & Tea
served with cream and sugar
Soft drinks and Mimosas will be available for purchase from our bar.
If anyone in your group has special dietary needs or requires vegan, vegetarian
or gluten-free options please write a note at checkout in the "Special Dietary Needs" box
Indianhead Park in Mukwonago before returning to East Troy.
Brunch on the train will include:
Course One
Breakfast Charcuterie Board
waffle wedges, fresh berries, jam, chocolate chips, pecans, syrup
Course Two
Crustless Cheese & Spinach Quiche
accompanied by
Smoked Applewood Bacon
Mandarin Orange Spinach Salad
citrus poppyseed dressing
Course Three
Braided Maple & Pecan Danish
Coffee & Juice
Orange Juice
Dark Roast Regular & Decaf Coffee & Tea
served with cream and sugar
Soft drinks and Mimosas will be available for purchase from our bar.
If anyone in your group has special dietary needs or requires vegan, vegetarian
or gluten-free options please write a note at checkout in the "Special Dietary Needs" box
FALL HARVEST - SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026 - $140
Hors d’oeuvres
Wisconsin Cheeseboard
Salad Course
Chopped Kale Salad
kale mixed with baby greens, red cabbage, kohlrabi, pumpkin seeds,
poppy seed dressing
Entrée
Beef Bourguignon
beef braised in red wine flavored with organic rainbow carrots,
celery, mushrooms, onions and garlic
Roasted Garlic & Chipotle Smashed Calico Potato
Roasted Fall Farm Fresh Vegetables with shallot butter
Dinner Rolls with butter, thyme garnish
Dessert Course
Apple Spice Cake with cream cheese frosting
Wisconsin Cheeseboard
Salad Course
Chopped Kale Salad
kale mixed with baby greens, red cabbage, kohlrabi, pumpkin seeds,
poppy seed dressing
Entrée
Beef Bourguignon
beef braised in red wine flavored with organic rainbow carrots,
celery, mushrooms, onions and garlic
Roasted Garlic & Chipotle Smashed Calico Potato
Roasted Fall Farm Fresh Vegetables with shallot butter
Dinner Rolls with butter, thyme garnish
Dessert Course
Apple Spice Cake with cream cheese frosting
Fall Lunch - Thursday, SEPTEMBER 24, 2026 - Only a few seats left
Join us for a unique ride through the Wisconsin countryside enjoying the Fall colors
as you have lunch in our vintage dining cars. The Fall Lunch Train departs at 12:00PM.
Cash bar on board. Lunch served on the train includes:
Hors d’oeuvres
Wisconsin Cheese & Sausage Board
Salad Course
Fall Crunch Salad
mixed greens, apple slices, craisins, celery, & balsamic vinaigrette
Lunch Entrée
Grilled Pork Medallions
Five spice cream sauce
accompanied by:
Whipped Browned Butter Potatoes
Sautéed Root Vegetables
Dinner Rolls with butter
Dessert
Elegant Farmer Apple Cider Doughnut Cheesecake
Beverages
Dark Roast Regular & Decaf Coffee or Hot Tea
served with cream and sugar
If anyone in your group has special dietary needs or requires vegan, vegetarian or gluten-free options please write a note at checkout in the "Special Dietary Needs" box.
as you have lunch in our vintage dining cars. The Fall Lunch Train departs at 12:00PM.
Cash bar on board. Lunch served on the train includes:
Hors d’oeuvres
Wisconsin Cheese & Sausage Board
Salad Course
Fall Crunch Salad
mixed greens, apple slices, craisins, celery, & balsamic vinaigrette
Lunch Entrée
Grilled Pork Medallions
Five spice cream sauce
accompanied by:
Whipped Browned Butter Potatoes
Sautéed Root Vegetables
Dinner Rolls with butter
Dessert
Elegant Farmer Apple Cider Doughnut Cheesecake
Beverages
Dark Roast Regular & Decaf Coffee or Hot Tea
served with cream and sugar
If anyone in your group has special dietary needs or requires vegan, vegetarian or gluten-free options please write a note at checkout in the "Special Dietary Needs" box.
autumn Glow - SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2026 - $140
Enjoy the beautiful Fall colors as you ride through the Wisconsin countryside on vintage dining cars
enjoying a wonderful 4 course meal.
Cash bar on board.
Dinner served on the train includes:
Hors d’oeuvres
Wisconsin Cheeseboard
Salad
Mixed Green Salad
mixed greens, dried cranberries, spiced pecans,
blue cheese crumbles, balsamic vinaigrette
Entrée
Whiskey Glazed Brisket
slow roasted with BBQ sauce
accompanied by:
Cheddar Mashed Potatoes
Sauteed Fall Vegetable Mélange
Dinner Rolls with butter
Dessert
Apple Cider Crumb Cakes with salted caramel drizzle
enjoying a wonderful 4 course meal.
Cash bar on board.
Dinner served on the train includes:
Hors d’oeuvres
Wisconsin Cheeseboard
Salad
Mixed Green Salad
mixed greens, dried cranberries, spiced pecans,
blue cheese crumbles, balsamic vinaigrette
Entrée
Whiskey Glazed Brisket
slow roasted with BBQ sauce
accompanied by:
Cheddar Mashed Potatoes
Sauteed Fall Vegetable Mélange
Dinner Rolls with butter
Dessert
Apple Cider Crumb Cakes with salted caramel drizzle
October 2026
October Schedule:
Check-in: 4:30 PM
Departure: 5:00 PM
Length: 2 to 2.5 hours
(Except Harvest Colors Lunch Train
which departs at 12:00 Noon)
Check-in: 4:30 PM
Departure: 5:00 PM
Length: 2 to 2.5 hours
(Except Harvest Colors Lunch Train
which departs at 12:00 Noon)
OKTOBERFEST - SATURDAY, october 3, 2026 - $140
Enjoy an Oktoberfest themed meal served at your table on our vintage dining cars as you ride through the Wisconsin countryside.
Cash bar on board – Special Oktoberfest beers will be available.
Dinner served on the train includes:
Salad
Cucumber Dill Salad
mixed greens, sliced cucumbers, fresh dill vinaigrette
Entrée
Sauerbraten
slowly braised beef roast seasoned with cabbage,
brussels sprouts, bacon & apples
accompanied by:
German Dill Mashed Potatoes
Carrots & Leeks
sautéed with brown butter
Dessert
German Chocolate Cupcake
toasted coconut, housemade caramel drizzle
Dark Roast Regular & Decaf Coffee or Hot Tea
served with cream and sugar
Cash bar on board – Special Oktoberfest beers will be available.
Dinner served on the train includes:
Salad
Cucumber Dill Salad
mixed greens, sliced cucumbers, fresh dill vinaigrette
Entrée
Sauerbraten
slowly braised beef roast seasoned with cabbage,
brussels sprouts, bacon & apples
accompanied by:
German Dill Mashed Potatoes
Carrots & Leeks
sautéed with brown butter
Dessert
German Chocolate Cupcake
toasted coconut, housemade caramel drizzle
Dark Roast Regular & Decaf Coffee or Hot Tea
served with cream and sugar
EpicurEan express - saturday, OCTOBER 10, 2025 - $195
Enjoy the finest meal the ETRM has ever offered, Shrimp Newburg and Filet Mignon, in a 5 course dinner served at your elegant table while our vintage dining cars ride through the Wisconsin countryside.
Cash bar on board.
Course One
Chef’s Charcuterie Board
bacon wrapped blue cheese stuffed dates, Italian olives, soppressata rose,
Hill Valley cheese, Vidalia onion dip with sea salt flatbread, dark Belgian chocolate
Course Two
Crispy Prosciutto, Fennel, and Pickled Apple Salad
arugula, mixed greens, crispy prosciutto, pickled apple slices, candied pecans,
blackberry balsamic vinaigrette
Course Three
Classic Shrimp Newburg
shrimp and buttery sherry cream, served in a pastry shell
Course Four
Filet Mignon
center cut Filet Mignon, port wine button mushrooms, garlic demi glaze
accompanied by:
Dauphinoise Potatoes
Asparagus Mélange
herb bundle garnish
Course Five
Triple Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake
layers of vanilla brown butter mousse, Ghirardelli triple chocolate brownies,
chocolate ganache
Dark Roast Regular & Decaf Coffee or Hot Tea
served with cream and sugar
Sweetest Day - Saturday, OCTOBER 17, 2026 - Sold OUt!
Hors d’oeuvres
Wisconsin Cheese & Sausage Board
Salad Course
Autumn Walnut Salad
mixed greens, spinach, arugula, dried apricots & cranberries,
candied walnuts, citrus honey vinaigrette
Entrée
Filet Mignon
Grilled filet mignon ,
topped with roasted garlic button mushrooms and Vidalia onions
accompanied by:
Brown Butter Mashers
with housemade cured bacon gravy
Roasted Seasonal Vegetables
tossed in brown butter
Soft Rolls
Dessert
Pumpkin Latte Cheesecake with Espresso Brownie Crust
with fresh fruit garnish
Wisconsin Cheese & Sausage Board
Salad Course
Autumn Walnut Salad
mixed greens, spinach, arugula, dried apricots & cranberries,
candied walnuts, citrus honey vinaigrette
Entrée
Filet Mignon
Grilled filet mignon ,
topped with roasted garlic button mushrooms and Vidalia onions
accompanied by:
Brown Butter Mashers
with housemade cured bacon gravy
Roasted Seasonal Vegetables
tossed in brown butter
Soft Rolls
Dessert
Pumpkin Latte Cheesecake with Espresso Brownie Crust
with fresh fruit garnish
HaRvest colors lunch - Wednesday, OCTOBER 21, 2026 - Sold out!
Join us for a unique ride through the Wisconsin countryside enjoying the Fall colors
as you have lunch in our vintage dining cars. The Harvest Colors Lunch train departs at 12:00PM.
Cash bar on board. Lunch served on the train includes:
Hors d’oeuvres
Wisconsin Cheese & Sausage Board
Salad Course
Supper Club Salad
romaine, tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers & French dressing
Lunch Entrée
Braised Beef Tips
accompanied by:
Whipped Garlic Potatoes
Sauteed Seasonal Vegetable
Dinner Rolls butter
Dessert
Elegant Farmer Apple Pie
Beverages
Dark Roast Regular & Decaf Coffee or Hot Tea
served with cream and sugar
as you have lunch in our vintage dining cars. The Harvest Colors Lunch train departs at 12:00PM.
Cash bar on board. Lunch served on the train includes:
Hors d’oeuvres
Wisconsin Cheese & Sausage Board
Salad Course
Supper Club Salad
romaine, tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers & French dressing
Lunch Entrée
Braised Beef Tips
accompanied by:
Whipped Garlic Potatoes
Sauteed Seasonal Vegetable
Dinner Rolls butter
Dessert
Elegant Farmer Apple Pie
Beverages
Dark Roast Regular & Decaf Coffee or Hot Tea
served with cream and sugar
ADULT HALLOWEEN - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2026 - $160
Join us for a unique adult Halloween evening. Costumes encouraged! Bring your friends in their favorite costumes to celebrate Halloween with a ghost inspired meal and ride through the countryside at twilight. Don't miss the fun, this train sells out every year!
Full cash bar on board. Dinner served on the train includes:
Hors d’oeuvres
Cauldron Dip
served with twisted pretzels
Salad
Spooky Salad
mixed greens, olives, shredded mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, red wine vinaigrette
Entrée
Cider Marinated Short Ribs
accompanied by:
Cheddar Mashed Potatoes
Seasonal Fall Vegetable
Sesame Squash Rolls with butter
Dessert
Apple Cider Doughnut Cheesecake
Dark Roast Regular & Decaf Coffee or Hot Tea
served with cream and sugar
Full cash bar on board. Dinner served on the train includes:
Hors d’oeuvres
Cauldron Dip
served with twisted pretzels
Salad
Spooky Salad
mixed greens, olives, shredded mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, red wine vinaigrette
Entrée
Cider Marinated Short Ribs
accompanied by:
Cheddar Mashed Potatoes
Seasonal Fall Vegetable
Sesame Squash Rolls with butter
Dessert
Apple Cider Doughnut Cheesecake
Dark Roast Regular & Decaf Coffee or Hot Tea
served with cream and sugar
