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8/6/2021



Rail News: Amtrak

Amtrak debuts upgraded menu options in Acela first class


Reimagined menu on will be served on traditional, sustainable serviceware.
Photo – amtrak.com

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First-class passengers onboard Amtrak Acela trains traveling on the Northeast Corridor will have a refreshed food and beverage menu along with a top-quality dining experience, featuring a return to traditional and sustainable serviceware, according to an Amtrak news release.

First-class customers can now select from rotating menus consisting of items such as omelets, huevos rancheros, eggs benedict or fresh seasonal fruit for breakfast, and entrees such as chicken tandoori, lobster crab cakes, vegetable puff pastry, artisan cheese and fruit or freshly made salads for lunch and dinner. 

The new menu also includes a refresh of wine and beer offerings, featuring high-quality and renowned brands. Kosher and vegan meals will continue to be available by notifying Amtrak at least 24-hours in advance.

Acela First-class amenities also include faster trip times with fewer stops, personalized attendant service with complimentary food and beverages, the ability to select a wide, reclining seat in a two-by-one or table configuration, complimentary Wi-Fi and access to Metropolitan lounges in Boston, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., and New York City, according to the news release.