Texas State Railroad offers Valentine’s Day dinner trains

Dinner includes a three-course meal, candlelight setting, and live musical entertainment.

The Texas State Railroad is hosting two Valentine’s Dinner Trains on Saturday, February 12 and Monday, February 14. “Our Love is On the Line” dinner train is a romantic evening train excursion complete with a three-course meal, candlelight setting, and live musical entertainment.

Dinner entrée options include Cider Marinated Ribeye Steaks or Grilled Salmon Fillet with Blackberry Cilantro Sauce paired with complimentary side dishes and an option of German Chocolate Pie or Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake to be served with coffee on the return trip from the Mewshaw Siding. Guests may bring one bottle of wine to enjoy with the meal.

“Our dinner trains have become very popular,” said Lori Pennington, marketing manager. “The Valentine’s Dinner train is a very romantic and unique way to celebrate Valentine’s Day!”

The champagne reception and live musical entertainment begins at 6:30 p.m. at the Texas State Railroad Rusk Depot and the dinner train departs at 7:30 p.m. and returns at approximately 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $110 per person for ages 21 and over.

Seating is limited and advance reservations are required. Last date to book tickets is Friday, Feb. 11 at noon. For reservations visit www.TexasStateRR.com or call 1-888-987-2461.