Description
First Class Gourmet Dining
Take in the majestic soaring views of the Royal Gorge while enjoying our fantastic First Class Dinner experience featuring the very best ingredients Colorado has to offer.
First Class Gourmet Dining
NEXT FIRST CLASS LUNCH & DINNER TRAINS: EASTER WEEKEND – April 4-5, 2026
Join us for a special three-course, gourmet lunch and dinner train experience aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railroad – available on holidays and special dates throughout the year.
Your experience begins with a glass of sparkling wine followed by a baby wedge salad, French rolls with butter, and your choice of entree. Our made-from-scratch First Class menu features Slow-Roasted Colorado Prime Rib (at dinner), Buffalo Short Ribs (at lunch), Chicken Marsala, Atlantic Salmon, and our Vegetable Napoleon. We complete your First Class experience with our house-made Italian Panna Cotta with raspberry coulis and a dollop of fresh whipped cream on top.
We invite you to pair it up with your favorite cocktails, microbrews, wines by the glass or by the bottle from our Conductor’s Reserve Wine List featuring outstanding varietals at more realistic prices not found at other fine dining establishments.
At any time during your journey, you’re invited to wander outside to an open air observation car to enjoy the 360° scenic vista featuring the rushing Arkansas River, geological formations within the Royal Gorge, and historic sites.
First Class Gourmet Lunch Train | First Class Gourmet Dinner Train
First Class Dining Details
Pricing Information
First Class Three-Course Lunch & Dinner Trains through the Royal Gorge
Pricing may varies throughout High Season and on Holidays. Click Book Now to learn more.
- Includes journey, glass of sparkling wine, baby wedge salad, French rolls, your choice of entree and our chef’s choice dessert.
- Additional beverages and/or other menu items are available for purchase.
- Click here for First Class Dinner Menu.
Dates of Service
Our next First Class Lunch and Dinner Trains run Easter Weekend, April 4-5, 2026. Click Book Now to check availability.
The Fine Print
Please don’t purchase a ticket with this intention. Remember, really good people are working hard to provide a wonderful trip and dining experience for you. We promise to do our best and thank you in advance for being a gracious guest.
We look forward to sharing our slice of Royal Gorge beauty with you.
For same day booking please call the reservations department.
Please note that we seat in parties of 4. In the tradition of railroad fine dining, parties of 2 will most likely be seated across from another couple. Most of our guests enjoy meeting fellow rail fans. When seated with another couple, you and your guest will be seated on the same side. Larger groups will be seated in adjacent rows.
Seating is limited and trains sell out quickly, so make your reservations early online or by calling us at: 719-276-4000.
Every effort will be made to accommodate any special dietary or physical needs. For questions about the accessibility of the train, its different classes, or if you would like to be seated with another party, please call the reservations department at 719-276-4000 prior to booking a reservation on our web site.
Wheelchair Accessibility: The train only can accommodate a limited number of wheelchair patrons per each train departure. The Vista Dome is not accessible to wheelchairs. Guests must be able to climb 14 steps themselves in order to sit in the Dome Cars.
Please call Reservations if you have a wheelchair (24″maximum at base), walker, or difficulties climbing stairs. For questions about the accessibility of the train and its different classes, please call prior to booking a reservation on our website. All seating is assigned/reserved and cannot be guaranteed. Please call a representative at 719-276-4000 to book your tickets for the entire party with a wheelchair or movement impaired passenger.
Only licensed, certified service animals are allowed on the train.
The Royal Gorge Route follows restaurant health codes. Only licensed, certified service animals are allowed on the train. Any other animals, including emotional support animals, are not allowed on the train.
Call our Group Sales team at 719.276.4000 to book the entire car for your special group.
