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Cruise meals and cruise enjoyable go hand-in-hand. Gone are the times when your solely meals selections had been a most important eating room and a buffet venue. Royal Caribbean ships are loaded with choices — some which might be included in your cruise fare and a few that price further. From the biggest ship within the fleet to the smallest, the alternatives are mind-blowing — particularly for new-to-Royal cruisers.
However even for those who’ve sailed with Royal Caribbean prior to now, you want a meals information to maintain up with what’s accessible on which ship. Typically, you wish to repeat a eating expertise you had on a earlier cruise. Different occasions, you’d want to strive a brand new eatery. Understanding which meals selections a ship has would possibly influence which ship you choose.
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Good examples are the Italian eating places throughout the fleet. Are you aware the distinction between Giovanni’s Desk and Giovanni’s Kitchen? How do the Jamie’s Italian eating places stack as much as both of the Giovanni’s? And are you aware which ship is the one one within the fleet with out an Italian restaurant? (Reply: Enchantment of the Seas.) I don’t learn about you, however I’ve gotta get my pasta repair after I cruise.
Then there are Royal Caribbean’s meals secrets and techniques. Okay, perhaps they aren’t precise secrets and techniques, however there are issues to eat on board that aren’t extremely publicized. It’s good to be within the know to hunt them out.
Let’s begin with a listing of all of the locations you possibly can snag a chew, and which ships they’re discovered on. After that, I’ll run by means of among the most incessantly requested questions on Royal Caribbean meals.
150 Central Park
Mounted worth; dinner
150 Central Park serves six-course dinners that includes meat, seafood and vegetarian dishes accompanied by produce that’s “regionally sourced” and harvested at peak taste. Menu examples embody beef tenderloin, halibut, venison and cauliflower steak. The placement within the Central Park neighborhood, surrounded by stay vegetation, provides an atmosphere not discovered on most cruise ships.
Accessible on: Attract, Concord, Oasis, Symphony, Utopia, Surprise of the Seas
Aquadome Market
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Included; all-day eating
Icon of the Seas introduces a five-station meals corridor serving 5 forms of mac and cheese, Asian and Mediterranean bowls, salads and sandwiches and customized crepes. It’s positioned adjoining to the AquaDome, and its lengthy hours means you possibly can seize a chew earlier than or after an acrobatic AquaTheater present.
Accessible on: Icon of the Seas
BaseCamp
![Basecamp menu](https://thepointsguy.freetls.fastly.net/us/originals/2024/01/20240112_Icon-of-the-Seas_Royal-Caribbean_ESilverstein_120.jpg)
Included and a la carte choices; all-day eating
Basecamp is a fast-casual snackery throughout the Thrill Island neighborhood. Issues like scorching canines and heat pretzels are complimentary, whereas consolation meals choices like burgers, cheese curds and hen waffle bites price further. Coated out of doors seating is out there.
Accessible on: Icon of the Seas
Boardwalk Donuts
Included; snacks
Freshly topped and embellished doughnuts line the glass instances at this one-of-a-kind restaurant. It makes a enjoyable spot to snag an early morning pre-breakfast chew.
Accessible on: Attract of the Seas
Cafe @Two70
Included; all-day eating
Simply outdoors the doorway to the Two70 leisure house, this eatery usually goes unnoticed by many cruisers. It’s a super spot to seize a sandwich or a bowl of the day’s soup. Breakfast goodies embody pastries and even burritos — excellent earlier than you sprint out in your day’s adventures.
Accessible on: Anthem, Odyssey, Ovation, Quantum, Spectrum of the Seas
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Cafe Latte-tudes
Included and a la carte; snacks
That is the in-house specialty espresso scorching spot on the road’s smaller ships. Espresso drinks price further however are included in beverage packages; cookies, bite-sized pastries and even sandwiches are complimentary. Some ships even have a close-by ice cream parlor with scoops and cones accessible for buy.
Accessible on: Brilliance, Enchantment, Grandeur, Jewel, Radiance, Rhapsody, Serenade, Imaginative and prescient of the Seas
Cafe Promenade
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Included and a la carte; snacks
Much like Cafe Latte-tudes, Cafe Promenade is precisely what it seems like — a espresso counter with grab-and-go snacks. Specialty coffees and teas price further, and most snacks are complimentary, although just a few fancier choices are extra-fee. Some ships even have a drink station close by serving the standard array of complimentary cold and hot drinks like tea, lemonade and drip espresso.
Accessible on: Journey, Attract, Anthem, Explorer, Freedom, Concord, Independence, Liberty, Mariner, Navigator, Oasis, Odyssey, Ovation, Quantum, Symphony, Utopia, Voyager, Surprise of the Seas
Celebration Desk
Mounted worth; dinner
Wish to host your personal ceremonial dinner onboard? Reserve this non-public eating room for 12 and luxuriate in a catered meal that includes a fixed-price menu of American, Italian, Asian or seafood dishes. It’s positioned inside Hooked Seafood within the AquaDome neighborhood.
Accessible on: Icon of the Seas
Chef’s Desk
Mounted worth; dinner
Most ships within the fleet supply a Chef’s Desk expertise on choose nights of choose sailings. Reservations are required for a non-public connoisseur dinner with wine pairing hosted by a chef and sommelier for a small group. It’s a night time and a meal you’ll keep in mind.
Accessible on: Journey, Attract, Anthem, Brilliance, Enchantment, Explorer, Freedom, Grandeur, Concord, Independence, Jewel, Liberty, Mariner, Navigator, Oasis, Odyssey, Ovation, Quantum, Radiance, Rhapsody, Serenade, Spectrum, Utopia, Imaginative and prescient, Voyager, Surprise of the Seas
Chops Grille
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Mounted worth; dinner plus lunch on sea days
Royal Caribbean’s specialty steakhouse is out there fleetwide. The Chops Grille menu leans closely towards prime beef cuts, but additionally consists of hen, lamb and seafood. The environment is heat and relaxed, and the meals scrumptious. Sides are served household type, and also you’ll wish to strive a number of.
Accessible on: Journey, Attract, Anthem, Brilliance, Enchantment, Explorer, Freedom, Grandeur, Concord, Icon, Independence, Jewel, Liberty, Mariner, Navigator, Oasis, Odyssey, Ovation, Quantum, Radiance, Rhapsody, Serenade, Spectrum, Symphony, Utopia, Imaginative and prescient, Voyager, Surprise of the Seas
Coastal Kitchen
Included; breakfast, lunch and dinner
Coastal Kitchen is a restaurant unique to suite friends and upper-tier members of Royal Caribbean’s Crown and Anchor loyalty program. Although it’s styled like a most important eating room, serving three meals a day with menus that change every day, the expertise is on par with specialty eating, each in service and meals high quality. It’s a super different to the primary eating room for many who are eligible to dine right here.
Star and Sky Class suite friends can dine in Coastal Kitchen for breakfast, lunch and dinner; Sea Class suite friends can come for dinner if house is out there. Pinnacle-level loyalty members also can eat right here at any mealtime, house allowing.
Accessible on: Attract, Anthem, Concord, Icon, Oasis, Odyssey, Ovation, Quantum, Symphony, Utopia, Surprise of the Seas
Cupcake Cabinet
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A la carte; hours fluctuate
The identify of this candy deal with eatery tells you virtually every part you might want to know. Cease by for extra-fee cupcakes once you’re craving sugar. Alternatively, search for adorning courses to hitch and cupcake kits to buy, so you’ve every part you might want to return dwelling and bake your personal goodies.
Accessible on: Freedom and Liberty of the Seas
Desserted Milkshake Bar
A la carte; snacks
Right here’s an concept that’s lengthy overdue on a cruise ship – customized milkshakes overflowing with candy treats like brownies, cookies and popcorn. Adults can improve to boozy variations.
Accessible on: Icon of the Seas
Eating Room
Included; breakfast, lunch (sea days) and dinner
The principle eating rooms can get somewhat complicated on a fleet as different as Royal Caribbean’s. Most ships have one massive, multideck eating house that serves complimentary meals, however the venue’s identify varies by ship. Quantum Class ships have 4 separate eating rooms, every with a unique identify.
On all ships, one deck or space is reserved for friends with assigned early and late eating occasions, with the remaining space put aside for these collaborating within the versatile My Time Eating plan. All friends order from the identical menus, that are customary for breakfast every day and alter every day for lunch (when it’s open) and dinner.
Accessible on: All ships
Associated: Royal Caribbean cruise ship courses, defined
Canine Home
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Included; hours might fluctuate
If connoisseur scorching canines topped the best way you need them is your concept of the proper lunch or snack, pop in on the Canine Home. There are too many selections to strive all of them on a single cruise.
Accessible on: Attract, Anthem, Concord, Mariner, Oasis, Ovation, Quantum, Radiance, Spectrum, Symphony, Utopia, Surprise of the Seas
El Loco Recent
Included; breakfast, lunch and dinner
From breakfast burritos to heaps of nachos and tacky quesadillas, this Mexican-themed eatery is a fast and filling spot to seize a chew through the day. Pool put on is allowed since that is principally an out of doors restaurant. On 4 ships, it’s positioned close to the pool. The 5 Oasis Class ships with an El Loco Recent have it nearer to the sports activities court docket than the pool, however on all ships, consuming right here can prevent from having to dress to go inside for meals on the Windjammer.
Accessible on: Attract (Wipe Out Cafe), Freedom, Icon, Navigator, Oasis, Odyssey, Symphony, Utopia, Surprise of the Seas
Empire Supper Membership
![Empire Supper Club](https://thepointsguy.freetls.fastly.net/us/originals/2024/01/20240112_Icon-of-the-Seas_Royal-Caribbean_ESilverstein_156.jpg)
Mounted worth; dinner
When Royal Caribbean says “dinner and a present,” the road actually means it. This intimate, multicourse dinner options stay jazz performances and drink pairings. The expertise is one in every of a form, however the cowl cost for dinner is among the highest at sea.
Accessible on: Icon of the Seas
English Pub
A la carte; snacks
After I talked about “secret meals,” the English pubs had been what I had in thoughts. The pubs on every ship have totally different names, however the environment is at all times heat and welcoming. Not each pub serves snacks, however positively ask for those who don’t see a meals menu. What you discover to munch on would possibly turn into one of many highlights of your cruise. Smoked cheddar ale soup and deep-fried apple pie with Nutella are prime of thoughts for me.
Accessible on: Journey, Attract, Anthem, Brilliance, Explorer, Freedom, Concord, Icon, Independence, Liberty, Mariner, Navigator, Oasis, Odyssey, Ovation, Quantum, Radiance, Serenade, Star, Symphony, Utopia, Voyager, Surprise of the Seas
Fish & Ships
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Included and a la carte; lunch
Seize a basket of deep-fried deliciousness (fish, shrimp and hen) close to the pool for a fast lunch or a snack between afternoon actions. Solely the lobster tails price further.
Accessible on: Independence and Ovation of the Seas
Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen
Mounted worth; lunch (choose days) and dinner
From a primary reduce filet mignon to pizza, Royal Caribbean’s second technology of its basic Italian meals restaurant serves up a superb meal. The service is at all times gracious and the parts beneficiant.
Accessible on: Freedom, Icon, Odyssey, Utopia, Surprise of the Seas
Giovanni’s Desk
Mounted worth; lunch (choose days) and dinner
Royal Caribbean’s authentic Italian eating places characteristic a conventional mixture of pastas and meat or seafood entrees. The variations between the 2 Giovanni’s are delicate. Lasagna and pizza can be found on the Kitchen, however not on the Desk. One of the best eggplant parm I’ve ever had is simply accessible at Giovanni’s Desk, as is a huge platter of osso buco.
Accessible on: Journey, Attract, Brilliance, Explorer, Grandeur, Independence, Jewel, Liberty, Oasis, Radiance, Rhapsody, Serenade, Imaginative and prescient, Voyager of the Seas
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Hooked Seafood
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Mounted worth; lunch (choose days) and dinner
From chowder to mussels to complete Maine lobster, Hooked is the place you get your seafood repair on choose ships. Personally, I’d go for the lobster mac and cheese, however you do you.
Accessible on: Icon, Navigator, Symphony, Utopia, Surprise of the Seas
Royal Railway — Utopia Station
Mounted worth; dinner
We’ll know extra as soon as Utopia of the Seas launches, however this new restaurant sounds extra like a Disney experience, taking you on a culinary journey as for those who had been inside a luxurious railcar — whilst you’re crusing at sea. Home windows will show scenes from numerous locations, and the menu objects can be impressed by these areas of the world.
Accessible on: Utopia of the Seas
Izumi
A la carte; lunch and dinner
Throughout the fleet, Izumi manages to tackle a number of totally different seems. On Quantum Class ships, it’s bought a sidewalk sushi bar really feel. On different ships, it’s a quiet enclave tucked away on the highest deck. Wherever you discover it, it’s the place to be for sushi and Japanese-American fusion eats.
Accessible on: Journey, Anthem, Brilliance, Explorer, Grandeur, Jewel, Navigator, Odyssey, Ovation, Quantum, Radiance, Rhapsody, Serenade, Spectrum, Imaginative and prescient, Voyager
Izumi Hibachi & Sushi
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A la carte and glued worth; lunch and dinner
On choose ships, Izumi additionally features a fixed-price teppanyaki possibility together with your selection of beef, hen, shrimp or a mix of proteins as your entree. Sit across the cooking floor and watch the present out of your entertaining chef. Alternatively, you possibly can order sushi together with a number of scorching Japanese dishes a la carte.
Accessible on: Attract, Freedom, Concord, Icon, Independence, Mariner, Oasis, Symphony, Utopia, Surprise of the Seas
Izumi within the Park
A la carte; all-day eating
Icon and Utopia of the Seas have extra takeaway meals choices than every other Royal Caribbean ships, together with a to-go window passing out sushi at a la carte costs. You’ll discover the venue in Central Park, subsequent to the primary Izumi restaurant.
Accessible on: Icon and Utopia of the Seas
Jamie’s Italian by Jamie Oliver
Mounted worth; lunch (choose days) and dinner
Royal Caribbean’s third Italian possibility includes a Tuscan-inspired, celebrity-chef-curated menu that is a little more fashionable than both model of the Giovanni’s eating places discovered on different ships. You’ll be able to nonetheless discover a luscious lasagna, however the menu holds surprises like crispy squid and pan-roasted salmon.
Accessible on: Anthem, Concord, Mariner, Navigator, Ovation, Quantum, Spectrum, Symphony of the Seas
Johnny Rockets
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Mounted worth; all-day eating
Johnny Rockets is the unique specialty restaurant on Royal Caribbean ships. Its juicy burgers, fries and shakes have develop into a beloved a part of Royal Caribbean meals tradition. It’s a well-kept secret that the apple pie is arms down one of the best on board any ship afloat. You’ll pay a flat charge per individual to dine there, however drinks, such because the venue’s well-known shakes, price further (until they’re included in your drinks bundle).
On Oasis Class ships, you possibly can take pleasure in a complimentary breakfast of eggs, omelets, breakfast sandwiches and pancakes at Johnny Rockets.
Accessible on: Journey, Attract, Anthem, Explorer, Freedom, Concord, Independence, Liberty, Mariner, Navigator (Categorical), Oasis, Symphony, Utopia, Surprise of the Seas
La Patisserie
A la carte; snacks
Trying to put a French twist in your trip, no matter your cruise vacation spot? Right here’s your likelihood to take pleasure in French pastries (for buy) paired with luscious coffees or tea. Suppose macarons and artisan sweets which might be a step above the complimentary snacks at Cafe Promenade. Order cake or cheesecake by the slice or choose up an entire cake to share with the gang. One of the best secret right here is that you could order your espresso or scorching cocoa with a shot of chocolate liqueur.
Accessible on: Anthem, Ovation, Quantum, Spectrum of the Seas
Mini Bites
Included; snacks
Should you’re in search of a poolside snack, you’ll discover right-sized bites within the type of sliders, pizza, taquitos and candy treats at Mini Bites.
Accessible on: Concord of the Seas
Park Cafe
Included; Breakfast and lunch
The Park Cafe is dwelling to the Royal Kummelweck Roast Beef Sandwich, which has garnered critical social media buzz. I hear about individuals who rush to Park Cafe on embarkation day to begin indulging of their Kummelweck binging. Search for different deli treats, paninis and scorching pizza in most Park Cafe areas together with recent fruit, salads and desserts. At breakfast, you’ll discover grab-and-go choices and a bagel bar.
The Park Cafe is present in Central Park on Oasis and Icon Class ships and close to the solarium on smaller ships. On these vessels, the venue’s location lets you spend lengthy luxurious hours poolside with loads of snacks close by.
Accessible on: Attract, Brilliance, Enchantment, Grandeur, Concord, Icon, Oasis, Radiance, Rhapsody, Serenade, Symphony, Imaginative and prescient, Surprise of the Seas
Pearl Cafe
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Included; snacks
Icon of the Seas’ new tackle the Royal Promenade coffee-and-snack store is a winner. Cozy seating with gorgeous ocean views makes it a super spot to hold with mates as you munch your approach by means of a sandwich or tartlet. Specialty espresso and teas can be found for a cost. The Pearl Cafe is open across the clock, so you possibly can seize a snack at any hour.
Accessible on: Icon of the Seas
Pier 7
A la carte; breakfast, lunch and dinner
The idea right here begins with California seaside meals like fish tacos or shrimp tostadas, then provides the good three phrases to ever be mixed within the English language: “All Day Brunch.” Whenever you get up at midday craving breakfast meals, head to the Surfside neighborhood for favorites equivalent to pancake platters and smoked salmon eggs Benedict. As befitting a family-friendly specialty restaurant, children beneath 12 dine free.
Accessible on: Icon of the Seas
Playmakers Sports activities Bar
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A la carte; lunch, dinner and late night time
It’s loopy that the Playmakers menu remains to be considerably of an unknown for a lot of Royal Caribbean cruisers. Maybe those that know work exhausting to not unfold the phrase. Anticipate connoisseur burgers, wings and, sure, truffle fries. Or pop in after an evening of clubbing for a candy deal with like a sundae or the notorious Campfire Cookie topped with melted marshmallows and Nutella.
Accessible on: Freedom, Icon, Independence, Mariner, Navigator, Oasis, Odyssey, Symphony, Utopia, Surprise of the Seas
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Portside BBQ
A la carte; lunch and dinner
Whether or not you go for a platter of ribs or a sandwich dripping with sauce, anticipate an abundance of flavors from the Deep South. And don’t skimp on dessert – you actually can’t eat barbecue with out ending it with nanna pudding, y’all.
Accessible on: Oasis of the Seas
Sabor
Mounted worth; lunch and dinner
Billed as “fashionable Mexican” delicacies, Sabor gives up guacamole, empanadas and quite a lot of tacos, quesadillas and sides. Save room for flan or churros for dessert.
Accessible on: Attract, Concord, Liberty of the Seas
Samba Grill
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Mounted worth; dinner
Samba Grill is much like the Brazilian steakhouses you’ve visited on land. You select starters from an appetizer station, adopted by your selection of meats (together with hen) carved tableside. The chocolate layer cake makes a pleasant end to your meal — for those who nonetheless have room left in any case that meat.
Accessible on: Attract and Radiance of the Seas
Solarium Bistro
Included, with a la carte extras; breakfast, lunch and dinner
Tucked away contained in the Solarium, the Bistro is a multipurpose meals house. Complimentary breakfast and lunch minibuffets are served right here, making the venue a quieter possibility for these meals. No reservations are required.
Dinner, then again, although nonetheless complimentary, is by reservation solely and is a mix of buffet and table-served dishes, with a menu targeted on wholesome Mediterranean choices. As in the primary eating room, a handful of non-obligatory charged objects are on the menu (upgraded steaks and lobster). Youngsters are allowed to eat within the Bistro, although the Solarium has a minimal age of 16.
Don’t be shocked to find that the house just isn’t at all times accessible throughout your cruise. Apparently, its location means it has its personal kitchen, making it best for personal capabilities the place meals sourcing is vital. I’ve heard of its getting used solely on some cruises by gluten-free and kosher teams.
Accessible on: Attract, Anthem, Concord, Oasis, Odyssey, Ovation, Quantum, Symphony, Utopia, Surprise of the Seas
Sorrento’s Pizza
Included; all-day eating
Whether or not you’re seeking to seize a slice or a pie, Sorrento’s Pizza is your pizza go-to spot on greater than half the fleet. You’ll be able to order a customized pie or select from what’s readily available. Seating particular to Sorrento’s is pretty restricted on some ships, however shared eating house is often someplace close by. It’s not open 24/7 however doesn’t shut down till nicely after midnight.
Accessible on: Attract, Anthem, Freedom, Concord, Icon, Independence, Liberty, Oasis, Odyssey, Ovation, Quantum, Spectrum, Symphony, Utopia, Surprise of the Seas
Sprinkles
![Sprinkles ice cream.](https://thepointsguy.freetls.fastly.net/us/originals/2024/01/20240112_Icon-of-the-Seas_Royal-Caribbean_ESilverstein_176.jpg)
Included; snacks
Should you’re screaming for ice cream, Sprinkles is Royal Caribbean’s go-to for soft-serve ice cream in a number of flavors.
Accessible: Fleetwide
Starbucks
A la carte; snacks
Freestanding Starbucks areas serve the identical drinks and snacks you’ll find in land-based retailers. You should utilize your Starbucks present playing cards (for those who carry them onboard) and your Starbucks app to order and pay at these areas. You’ll earn Starbucks stars for purchases however can not redeem them.
Different Royal Caribbean cafes would possibly serve Starbucks-branded drinks, however they’re operated by Royal Caribbean. In these areas, you possibly can solely pay for drinks together with your Sea Cross card (together with through both the Refreshment or Deluxe Beverage Package deal) or a espresso card bought onboard.
Stand-alone Starbucks areas accessible on: Attract, Concord, Icon, Mariner, Navigator, Oasis, Odyssey, Symphony, Utopia of the Seas
Sugar Seaside
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A la carte; snacks
You should buy colourful candies, fudge and cupcakes at Sugar Seaside.
Accessible on: Attract (Sweet Seaside), Icon, Independence, Oasis, Symphony, Utopia, Surprise of the Seas
Surfside Bites
Included; all-day eating
Surfside Bites is the place to seize kid-favorite finger meals on the fly. Suppose popcorn hen, scorching canines and churros.
Accessible on: Icon of the Seas
Surfside Eatery
![Buffet stations at Surfside Eatery](https://thepointsguy.freetls.fastly.net/us/originals/2024/01/20240112_Icon-of-the-Seas_Royal-Caribbean_ESilverstein_169.jpg)
Included; breakfast, lunch and dinner
Surfside is Royal Caribbean’s new family-friendly, stay-all-day onboard vacation spot with a number of swimming pools and sights. Surfside Eatery gives a spot for households to take a seat all the way down to a meal with out leaving the neighborhood. The buffet serves three meals every day with dishes for each child and grownup palates.
Accessible on: Icon of the Seas
Teppanyaki
Mounted worth; lunch and dinner
Although each Odyssey and Spectrum have an Izumi Sushi location, Teppanyaki is a separate Japanese steakhouse positioned on Deck 14 on these two ships. Select from both a single protein or a combo for the fixed-price meal, much like Izumi Hibachi. Appetizers are priced a la carte.
Accessible on: Odyssey and Spectrum of the Seas
The Bamboo Room
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A la carte; snacks
The Bamboo Room is one other onboard bar with considerably secretive bar snacks — together with Hawaiian barbecue sliders and coconut crab bruschetta. Don’t miss this deal with for those who’re crusing on Mariner of the Seas, the one ship within the fleet with this venue.
Accessible on: Mariner of the Seas
The Grove
Included; all day eating
The Grove is the unique solar deck snack bar for Sky- and Star-tier suite friends on Icon of the Seas. The venue serves upscale Mediterranean mezes (small dishes) in an out of doors setting.
Accessible on: Icon of the Seas
The Mason Jar
![Wooden dining tables beneath windows, looking out to sea](https://thepointsguy.freetls.fastly.net/us/originals/2022/03/mason-jar-table.jpg)
Mounted worth; brunch and dinner
Should you’re in search of an out-of-the-ordinary brunch or dinner on board the latest Oasis Class ships, the Mason Jar is your spot. The environment is stress-free, the menu is deeply Southern and the iced tea (sipped from Mason jars, after all) is nice. Anticipate shrimp and grits, barbecue and fried hen.
Accessible on: Surprise and Utopia of the Seas
The Spare Tire
Included; all-day eating
Royal Caribbean brings a meals truck-themed eatery poolside for handheld favorites like burgers and fries.
Accessible on: Utopia of the Seas
Trellis Bar
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A la carte; all-day eating
Say sure to upscale bar bites Icon of the Seas’ model of this Central Park watering gap. Snack on mac & cheese poppers or truffled french fries whilst you sip your wine or decide to a meal with a drink with choices like steak bites, Chops dry-aged burger and a hen Caesar salad.
Accessible on: Icon of the Seas
Vintages
A la carte; snacks
Vintages is dwelling to a different secret bar snack menu you may not learn about. Anticipate bruschetta, olives, meat platters, seafood bites and different tapas, served from 5 p.m. till they’re gone.
Accessible on: Attract, Anthem, Freedom, Concord, Independence, Liberty, Oasis, Ovation, Quantum, Symphony of the Seas
Vitality Cafe
Included; breakfast and lunch
Positioned subsequent to the spa and exercise amenities on choose ships, Vitality Cafe is what you’ll look forward to finding in such a health-oriented spot. Customized-blended fruit and veggie smoothies and protein shakes price further however are included within the Deluxe and Refreshment beverage packages. On some ships, the cafe additionally serves fruit cups and granola bites to get you thru your exercise.
Accessible on: Attract, Concord, Icon, Oasis, Symphony, Utopia, Surprise of the Seas
Windjammer Market
![Crew member serving girl at Royal Caribbean cruise ship buffet](https://thepointsguy.freetls.fastly.net/us/originals/2022/07/royal-caribbean-buffet-girl.jpg)
Included; breakfast, lunch and dinner
Anticipate an intensive multistation buffet with ample selections for everybody. Along with the meals, complimentary drinks embody drip espresso, numerous scorching teas, scorching cocoa, milk, lemonade, punch and iced tea. Smooth drink machines can be found for many who have purchased beverage packages. Bigger ships have a bar throughout the Windjammer and servers rotate often.
Accessible on: All ships
Wonderland
Mounted worth; dinner
The menu is described as “imaginative” as befits a restaurant impressed by “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.” Anticipate a multicourse dinner expertise that includes meals that’s deconstructed, reconstructed and in any other case created to generate an entertaining connoisseur meal.
Accessible on: Anthem, Concord, Odyssey, Ovation, Quantum, Spectrum, Symphony, Surprise of the Seas
Royal Caribbean meals: Continuously requested questions
How does the primary eating room work?
At reserving, you’re provided a selection between conventional occasions designated as early or late, or versatile eating known as My Time Eating, permitting you to point out up anytime throughout restaurant open hours.
Do I want reservations for dinner in a specialty restaurant?
Waiter-served, extra-fee eating places — whether or not fastened worth or a la carte — usually require reservations. On the uncommon event when a ship is crusing at decrease than full occupancy, you would possibly discover you possibly can stroll up throughout nonpeak hours and be seated at a specialty restaurant with out a reservation. These alternatives are the exceptions. Higher to make a reservation to make sure you get the time slot you like.
What do “a la carte” and “fastened worth” imply on Royal Caribbean ships?
A la carte pricing refers to eating places the place the meals is individually priced. You solely pay for the dishes you order. A complete menu may be individually priced, otherwise you would possibly solely see just a few objects with costs on an in any other case complimentary menu.
Mounted worth signifies that eating on the restaurant has a single cowl cost for the complete meal. This will likely even be said as “Prix Fixe.” You’ll typically select an appetizer or salad, an entree, sides and a dessert. Drinks aside from tea, espresso and water are an added cost until particularly said that they’re included.
What drinks are included with my cruise fare?
Drip espresso, faucet water, scorching and iced tea, milk, and a number of flavored drinks like fruit punch or lemonade distributed from drink machines. All different drinks could also be bought individually or you should purchase a beverage bundle to pay for limitless drinks prematurely (high-quality print applies). Learn our full information to Royal Caribbean drink packages for particulars.
Is there room service and what does it price?
Room service is out there in all cabins. Continental breakfast, together with espresso, pastries, fruit and chilly cereal, is free. Sizzling breakfast, lunch, dinner and all snacks incur a supply cost of $7.95 plus 18% gratuity. The meals itself is usually complimentary, however chosen dishes are priced a la carte.
How do specialty eating packages work?
To cut back the price of specialty eating, you should purchase a three- or five-restaurant bundle or an infinite eating bundle. Some sailings additionally supply a combo possibility of Chops plus one different restaurant. These are all accessible for buy within the cruise planner earlier than your crusing. The limitless bundle lets you dine at any specialty restaurant every night time of your cruise, plus lunches the place they’re accessible.
Can kids eat within the specialty eating places on board?
Most Royal Caribbean specialty eating places cater to kids with particular menus and diminished costs. There are just a few examples the place kids are allowed, however not catered to. Empire Supper Membership is an instance of that. The road states that kids beneath 12 are allowed, however the expertise is designed “for grownup friends.”
Does Royal Caribbean cost further for lobster?
Lobster tails could also be ordered any night time of the cruise at Chops Grill or for an additional cost in the primary eating room. Just one lobster tail is included when complimentary lobster is served within the eating room as a part of the menu. Extra lobsters are charged to your invoice.
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