THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CARNIVAL’S STEAKHOUSE

Ah, fine dining on the high seas. It’s possible, especially on Carnival ships that have the destination restaurant Steakhouse. Carnival’s Steakhouse treats cruisers to delicious cuts of premium beef as well as gourmet appetizers, award-winning wines, savory seafood and more.

Now that your mouth is watering, here are 9 insider tips on Steakhouse that’ll make your dining experience even more delicious.

1. You’ll want a Reservation

Though you don’t need reservations for cruise dining, you’ll want one to save your seat at Steakhouse. Here are a few tips for making your Steakhouse reservation:

You can purchase wine, liquor, bottled water, and soda for an additional charge and offer additional gratuities.

To secure your table, make a reservation online after you’ve booked your cruise. Simply click on “My Booking” to access your cruise manager on Carnival.com to request your reservation.

You can also make a reservation when you board the ship on embarkation day. You would be able to do so at a station in the atrium.

You can dine between 5:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

2. Kids Love It

Speaking of kids, they’ll love eating at Steakhouse. If you’re wondering what to eat on a cruise when you’re traveling with kids, look to Steakhouse. You don’t have to compromise on sophisticated dining, and your kids can enjoy a bit of the gourmet lifestyle, too.

Kids menus are available upon request. It’s chock full of goodies from mac ‘n cheese to banana splits. Your kids can enjoy some adult choices, too. How about chicken with a side of French fries or onion rings?

It’s also tough to pass up a taste of luscious USDA Prime New York Strip Loin Steak at any age.

Dates and times are honored on a first-come, first-served basis.

Reservation fees are $49 per adult and $15 for kids 11 and under. This includes an appetizer, soup or salad, entrée side and dessert, and a gratuity for your wait staff.

3. It’s Not Just Steak

The Carnival Steakhouse menu has more than steak. There’s plenty of delightful variety, including:

Chicken and fish selections

Oysters

Jumbo shrimp

Crab risotto

Maine lobster bisque

CLICK HERE FOR THE CARNIVAL STEAKHOUSE MENU

4. It Serves Cowboy Steak

What is cowboy steak? If it’s on the Steakhouse menu, you know there’s a good reason it’s there. Cowboy ribeye, or cowboy cut, is an American steakhouse term for bone-in ribeye. It’s highly marbled, flavorful and tender because it comes from the upper rib cage area, which is far from tough. It’s best for slow-oven roasting and grilling.

At Steakhouse, a cowboy steak is a hefty 18 ounces of mouthwatering, marbled magic.

5. It’s Worth the Extra Cost

The menu is modeled after classic American steakhouses that serve fine-aged beef cuts that are weighed and charbroiled to perfection by world-class chefs. Carnival’s Steakhouse recommends relaxing and enjoying your meal for about one and a half hours to 2 hours. That’s how much time you’ll want to immerse yourself in the Steakhouse experience fully.

6. Steakhouse Wines Win Awards

The wine list of Steakhouse is recognized with the distinguished Wine Spectator Magazine’s Award of Excellence in 2019. Only a few thousand restaurants receive this award every year. Restaurants are honored with the award when wine selections are well-paired to menu items, appeal to a wide range of wine drinkers and are creatively curated and distinctive.

7. Wine May Be Complimentary

Who wouldn’t want a complimentary bottle of wine at one of the best restaurants on land or sea? That’s what you’ll get if you make your reservation for the first night of your trip. You’ll have your choice of house wine or a 50% discount on a premium bottle of wine under $100 value. Guests dining on the second night will receive a 50% discount on a premium bottle of wine under $100 value. Traveling solo? Single guests can choose between two glasses of house wine, equal to half a bottle, or 50% off a bottle under $100 value. No matter how you’re traveling, the Steakhouse server will guide you on perfectly pairing each selected dish..

8. Attire Is Cruise Casual or Cruise Elegant

The steakhouse has an intimate but fun atmosphere, so it can be as romantic for couples as it can be comfortable for family dinners. For all the elegance Steakhouse offers, why not dress the part? The dress code for Steakhouse is the same as the evening’s onboard dress code: either cruise casual or cruise elegant. Here are the quick differences — and remember, no shorts allowed in Steakhouse:

Cruise elegant for men: dressy slacks and shirts, and a sports coat is suggested; suits and ties or tuxedos also welcome

Cruise casual for women: casual and summer dresses, skirts, pants, Capri pants and nice jeans

Cruise casual for men: sports slacks, khakis, nice jeans, collared sport shirts

Cruise elegant for women: cocktail dresses, pantsuits, elegant skirts and dresses or an evening gown if you wish

9. Many Carnival Ships Have a Steakhouse

You’ll find a Steakhouse on many Carnival ships, especially the newest ones. In one scenario, enjoy a Caribbean cruise in style on Mardi Gras™ with a reservation at Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse where you can dig into a juicy steak.

Here’s a list of ships so you don’t miss an opportunity to eat at the Steakhouse:

  • BREEZE
  • CELEBRATION
  • CONQUEST
  • DREAM
  • FREEDOM
  • GLORY
  • HORIZON
  • LEGEND
  • LIBERTY
  • MAGIC
  • MARDI GRAS
  • MIRACLE
  • PANORAMA
  • PRIDE
  • RADIANCE
  • SPIRIT
  • SUNRISE
  • SUNSHINE
  • VALOR
  • VENEZIA
  • VISTA

Also, note that the location and configuration of each steakhouse restaurant may vary depending on the ship you’re on.

But the top-notch quality of the cuisine never, ever varies. Now that you’re in the know about Steakhouse and where you can find one, all you have to do is reserve, arrive and enjoy!

Note: Onboard activities, shore excursions, and dining options may vary by ship and destination.