The Must-Eat Dishes On Every Major Cruise Line
The restaurants onboard serve up some unbelievable stuff.
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Cruise ships tend to be over the top in most aspects, from the wacky onboard entertainment to the extravagant accommodations, and cruise cuisine is no exception. These are the dishes you need to try while you're on the high seas.
Celebrity Cruises
Sushi Lollipops
The chef at Qsine definitely thinks out of the box, and this eclectic sushi — spicy tuna, shrimp, salmon, snow crab — is a seriously fun way to start your meal.
Disney Cruise Line
Black Truffle Pasta Purseittes
Make sure to grab dinner at Animator's Palate while you're aboard any Disney ship. The ambiance is colorful and fun — the napkins and butter knives look like paintbrushes — and passengers agree that this pasta dish is to die for.
Carnival Cruise Line
Froot Loop French Toast
Families can get totally immersed in the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, thanks to the fleet's Seuss at Sea program. Grab breakfast with The Cat in the Hat and Friends and chow down on colorful Froot Loop-encrusted French toast.
Princess Cruises
Butter-Poached Lobster Tail
What better time to splurge on lobster than when you're on vacation? At SHARE by Curtis Stone (aboard the Ruby Princess, Emerald Princess and Sun Princess), guests can order elegant lobster tail with roasted potatoes, crispy pancetta, and white onion sauce.
Norwegian Cruise Line
29-oz. Tomahawk Rib Chop
Norwegian's signature steakhouse serves this epic steak right on the bone. Get it crusted with Dijon or Gorgonzola, then topped with au poivre or garlic butter sauce.
Disney Cruise Line
Louis XV
Adults-only French restaurant, Remy, is the place to go for high-end fare aboard the Disney Fantasy and Disney Dream. This Instagram-worthy dessert features a French praline topped with milk chocolate mousse and dark chocolate glaze.
Norwegian Cruise Line
Ahi Tuna Tataki
Small plates are the specialty at Food Republic, and this gorgeous seared tuna with heirloom tomatoes and basil ponzu makes a stunning starter to share.
Carnival Cruise Line
Guy's Burgers
Food Network favorite Guy Fieri has his own menu of killer burgers aboard 14 Carnival ships. Guys Burger Joint serves up 1,000 burgers per ship per day, topped with melty cheesy, spicy onion rings and "Donkey Sauce."
Disney Cruise Line
Charlotte La Bouff's Bucatini Pasta
Inspired by the Disney flick The Princess and the Frog, Tiana's Place is a Southern-style restaurant aboard the Disney Wonder. Find classics like shrimp and grits, as well as the popular bucatini with pancetta, oyster mushrooms, eggplant, spinach, peas, and basil.
Princess Cruises
Duck Leg Confit
Celebrity chef, Curtis Stone, created plenty of decadent dishes for the menu at SHARE, including salt-cured duck leg with crispy skin, bacon-flavored beans, and Parmesan.
Norwegian Cruise Line
California Roll
Even those who aren't super adventurous when it comes to sushi can enjoy amazing rolls at Food Republic. There's no skimping on this classic combination of crab mix, avocado, cucumber, and toasted sesame seeds.
Carnival Cruise Line
Green Eggs and Ham
Kids will totally freak for this themed Dr. Seuss breakfast spread available on all Carnival ships, but someone needs to be brave enough to order the Seuss special: Green Eggs and Ham.
Norwegian Cruise Line
Camarones Al Ajillo
Have a bite at Bayamo by Jose Garces to try Latin dishes like this pan-roasted shrimp, served with charred tomato, lime emulsion, and fingerling potatoes.
Disney Cruise Line
Tiana's Buttermilk Beignets
Of course this beloved New Orleans treat made it onto the menu at Tiana's Place, the Princess and the Frog-themed restaurant on Disney Wonder.
Celebrity Cruises
Lump Crab Martini
Blu's fresh crab salad in a martini glass — with avocado and cucumber — is almost too pretty to eat.
Celebrity Cruises
Chocolate Tombstone
The pastries at Qsine are about as pretty as the ship's ocean views. Chocolate addicts need to try the tombstone, made from layers of rice crispies, Nutella, and rich ganache.
Celebrity Cruises
Pickled Beet Salad
AquaClass guests get an exclusive dining experience at Blu, where even the vegetables are beautiful. Pickled beets are plated with smoked chicken breast, frisée, and a bright curry emulsion.
Disney Cruise Line
Palo's Chocolate Soufflé
The elegant Northern Italian restaurant, Palo, is a staple on every Disney ship, and this dessert might be the most popular dish onboard. The made-to-order soufflés are served hot with vanilla bean and chocolate sauces, plus a scoop of ice cream.
Norwegian Cruise Line
18-oz. Bone-In Ribeye
Food Republic is the spot for meat-eaters on these ships. This juicy cut comes with scallions and truffle soy sauce for dipping — plus incredible ocean views from your table.
Princess Cruises
Tomatoes and Burrata
The creamy burrata served with whole roasted grape tomatoes, oregano oil, and fennel leaves at SHARE is like a next-level caprese salad.
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