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Sunset Clambake on Spectacle Island
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Ferry ticket is required, ticket includes, roundtrip cruise to Spectacle Island, classic New England Clambake including appetizer, main course, and dessert, and games and other self-guided activites.Location: LAT/LONG: 42.315047, -71.010029
Spectacle Island
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Ferry leaves at 5:45pm, please arrive at 5:15pm to board the ferry. The ferry will leave on time and will not wait for late guests
Description
Grab your friends and family and cruise to Spectacle Island for a classic New England lobster clambake with Gourmet Caterers!
Hop on a Boston Harbor City Cruises ferry downtown, and in less than 30 minutes you will have a front-row seat for one of Boston’s best sunset views.
Enjoy Gourmet Caterers‘ take on a classic New England clambake, sip a drink, walk on the beach, enjoy lawn games, and let the ocean breeze and sunset transport you.
Your ticket includes:
- A roundtrip cruise to Spectacle Island
- Classic New England clambake including appetizer, main course, and dessert
- Games and other self-guided activities
- Stunning sunset views of the Boston Harbor and the skyline!
Know before you go:
- Advance registration is required – no walk ups accepted.
- Please review the menu below before purchasing your ticket – select your desired meal ticket and make sure to indicate your soup/starter preference during check out.
- Complimentary water and lemonade will be provided, with additional beverages available for purchase during your meal
- No refunds
Directions
Arrive at Long Wharf (Gate 3) no later than 5:15pm to board the ferry and depart for Spectacle Island promptly at 5:45pm. The ferry will leave on time and WILL NOT wait for late guests. No refunds or exchanges will be issued for late guests who miss the boat.
Return ferry departs Spectacle for Boston at 8:15, with an approximate return to Boston at 8:45pm.
It is highly recommended to arrive on foot, bike, or public transportation, as parking in the area is limited and can be pricey. Some nearby parking options include:
- Atlantic Wharf Parking – $12 after 5pm – 12 min. walk to Long Wharf
- Lewis Wharf Parking – $23 – 6 min. walk
- The Chart House – $30 cash only – 1 min. walk
Menu
STARTER
- Chowdah Station: New England Clam Chowder, Oyster Crackers
- Zesty Gazpacho with Tortilla Chips: Vegan/Gluten-free/Non-dairy option available *with advance notice – please indicate choice of starter soup during check-out*
MAIN COURSE
- Clambake: 1 & 1/4 Pound Steamed Lobster, Butter, Steamer Clams, Mussels, Potato, Corn, Linguica, Corn Bread, Butter [Gluten-free and Non-dairy except butter and roll]
- Pulled BBQ Chicken, Vinegary Cole Slaw, Pickles, Roll, Butter, Sweet Potato Salad, Corn Salad [Non-Shellfish Option – Gluten-free and Non-Dairy, except butter and roll]
- Pulled BBQ Jack Fruit, served with Vinegary Cole Slaw, Pickles, Roll, Sweet Potato Salad, Corn Salad [Vegan Option – Gluten-free(except roll) and Non-dairy]
DESSERT
- Raspberry Linzer Cookie
- Coconut Macaroon [Gluten-free]
- Flourless Chocolate Button Cake, Salted Caramel [Gluten-free]
- Oatmeal Raisin Cookie [Vegan, Gluten-free]
BEVERAGES: Complimentary, self-service water & lemonade will be available to guests in addition to assorted beverages available for purchase
- Beer – $8
- Wine by the Glass – $10
- Wine by the Bottle – $24 to $36 per bottle
- Ready to Drink Cocktails – $13
- Bottled Water – $3
- Soda – $3
About Gourmet Caterers
For 50 years, Gourmet Caterers has earned an unassailable reputation for creating exceptional food service experiences of every size and level of complexity. We strive every day to ensure Gourmet lives up to our name. Because you deserve nothing less.
As New England’s leader in dining hospitality, Gourmet is renowned for our talented chefs, impeccable service, and for producing thousands of unforgettable corporate events, weddings, galas, mitzvahs, and every kind of social occasion.
Gourmet is the exclusive caterer to the Artists For Humanity EpiCenter, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum, Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate, the John Joseph Moakley United States Courthouse, Peabody Essex Museum, and Boston Symphony Hall, and Tanglewood.
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