Rhythmboat Cruises

3.3 Below Average

Food  3      Ambience  3      Service  2      Value  5     

We thought it was comedy, all we got was a clapped out over weight side show Magic Act. He smoked on stage dripping with sweat whilst huffing and puffing pulling cards out of his sleeve? He got my Misses up on stage took cigarette lighter did some rope cutting thing. She bent over to cut the rope and he let go a ripper fart so she went to the bar to clear the air light one Orange BiC cigarette cigg lighter? Didn't play music till only 15 minutes from the end. Stayed upstairs smoking and gettin Smashed Previn on chicks .

Jan 21, 2012 

1.3 Not Recommended

Food  2      Ambience  1      Service  1      Value  1     

Boat arrived 7.20 pm, it took 30 minutes to load everyone so it didn't leave until 7.50 pm. You are crammed in on communal tables and we were unlucky enough to be seated at the back of the boat facing backwards for the whole cruise even though we booked 3 months in advance.

Food was ok if you like chicken curry and salads because that is all there was. Entertainment was fine but the final hour of the supposed Salsa cruise the DJ played nightclub hip hop music as he was obviously being bullied by a group of young teenagers (looked between 13-14yr old girls) to play Their favourite songs. A licensed party boat is no place for children. The music was so loud and obnoxious that the only escape is freezing to death on the top deck.

If we had known the truth about Rhythmboat Cruises we would not have booked. Cruise came to shore at 10.30 pm so the actual cruise was 2 hours and 40 minutes (40 minutes too long in my opinion).

May 07, 2011 

8.5 Highly Recommended

Food  6      Ambience  9      Service  9      Value  10     

I have been on numerous lunch / evening cruises with Rhythmboat and, so long as you do not expect fine dining / beautiful surroundings, then you have a great time. It is a relatively budget option to cruise around the Harbour but it offers great value. The entertainment onboard is always 'entertaining' - we have seen magicians, salsa dancing, rock bands, comedians et all and it is always good fun. The food is pretty standard buffet affair but the most recent cruise it was a plated 3 course meal which was surprisingly good!

People have been discussing the poor quality of the food - if you intend to go on a harbour cruise purely for the food, then book the other operators at circa 3x or 4x the price. If you want to have fun with no pretentiousness, then get on Rhythmboat.

Feb 25, 2011 

7.5 Recommended

Food  6      Ambience  9      Service  7      Value  8     

I was on your Comedy Cruise last Saturday night - 06/11/10 - with friends and we totally enjoyed the evening. Both comedians Max & Vicki were very funny, the magician Dean was great and DJ played great dance music. We definitely recommend it to anyone and for sure will be back. Cheers, Eva & Friends

Nov 09, 2010 

8 Recommended

Food  8      Ambience  8      Service  8      Value  8     

Great value! 4 hour cruise, large serves of good food, and thoroughly enjoyed the Cash on Delivery Johnny Cash Tribute Show! If you like Johnny Cash don't miss it! We will be back!

May 23, 2009 

4.8 Average

Food  5      Ambience  5      Service  5      Value  4     

Went on the "Salsa and Comedy cruise" for a Hens night. It was entertaining but really wouldn't go again. The buffet was average, something you'd eat at a friends party held at home. Not of restaurant quality though, but didn't really mind. The comedy act was entertaining, but a little offensive to some of the ladies on board. My friend was sea sick, so it kept her mind off it. The dancers were fantastic, and we even had a lesson with one of the dancers.

By 9.30 we were already quite bored, music was average. Had a little dance. Was glad that it ended at 10.30 instead of 11:30. I suppose it was a disappointment for others who were expecting it to end at 11.30 instead. This is something that everyone should try at least once!

Feb 02, 2009 

5.5 Average

Food  2      Ambience  7      Service  7      Value  6     

The entertainment on the comedy cruise was great. Very funny. Can't expect top notch food on a boat I suppose but it was seriously ordinary this time.

Jan 10, 2009 

8.5 Highly Recommended

Food  8      Ambience  9      Service  8      Value  9     

This is one of our regulars when we travel to Sydney for a night in the Big Smoke. It's the best you can get in Sydney for good comedy and if language may offend there's always My Fair Lady Showing and I guess with comedians you often have to take what you get. Some are great, others not so and some are crappy but hey...upstairs you can take your dinner which we have always found to be really nice, and watch the harbour lights.

Then do some dancing with the breeze and the lights of Sydney as the Salsa music emanates from below. For a lousy $70 this is a great night of fun. I would recommend to everyone, it is really great value all around.

Sep 24, 2008 

2.3 Not Recommended

Food  2      Ambience  2      Service  3      Value  2     

Our company attended the Rhythmboat for our Xmas party and was very disappointed with what we received. The lead up comedians were great but the main comedian was offensive and numerous members of the audience got up and left the room during his performance. The food was well below par and even though the staff were attentive this didn't save the cruise from being a complete waste of money.

Our company sent the company 2 letters of complaint and after 7 months not even an acknowledgement was received or apology. Strongly do not recommend.

Aug 04, 2008 

7.8 Recommended

Food  7      Ambience  7      Service  7      Value  10     

My wife and I had an excellent time on Friday Night (22nd June). We went on a much-needed night out on the Comedy Cruise. Big Brother and Little Brother were excellent (she bought the CD!)...everyone seemed to really enjoy themselves. My wife was also very impressed with the female singer and male guitarist from the Hot Banana. Despite some technical difficulties toward the end of the night (generator problems which by the way was quickly rectified in a flash), everyone had great fun! Thanks for the great value! One constructive feedback, we were expecting a table for two, so prepare yourself for seating of ten.

Good for group nights though or if you don't mind mingling with others (which we didn't). Also, if you end up sitting on a seat facing the other direction (i.e. not facing the stage), make sure you turn your seat around during the comedy part so that you can be comfortable (we were lucky enough to be both facing the stage). We will visit again on another special occasion and will recommend it to our friends.

Jun 28, 2007