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Dining & Nightlife

Dining with Princess is a celebration of the truest sense with dishes created from the freshest ingredients. Opt to fill your nights by catching a production show, dance the night away or visit our Vegas-style casino. Click on a topic headline to view detailed information relating to your selection.

1st Day Dining

Shortly after we welcome you onboard your spectacular Princess ship, you're invited to relax and dine at the Horizon Court or in one of the ship’s multiple dining rooms.

At the forefront of 24-hour dining, the Horizon Court offers a round-the-clock venue for buffet meals or snacks. In addition, the restaurant operates a late-night bistro with a set menu and sit-down service from 11 pm to 4 am. A primary feature of Princess ships, the top-of-the-ship restaurant features floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning sea views as a backdrop.

Or join us in one of our main dining rooms for lunch served up by a staff -- from chefs to waiters -- dedicated to making your dining experience something special.

Together, Princess' unique combination of gracious dining staff, fine continental cuisine and new friends make every meal onboard a memorable occasion.

Anytime Dining

*Anytime Dining offers a flexible dining experience – just like a restaurant would – and gives you the freedom to dine with whomever you wish, at your convenience between 5:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. in elegant, upscale venues.

Should you need to change this request, call your travel agent no later than three weeks before you sail. Requests for preferences and changes are considered on a first-come, first-served basis. It is not always possible to alter dining preferences or seating arrangements once they are reserved.

Once onboard and subject to availability, you may attempt to switch preferences with 24 hours notice to the Maitre D’. We will do our best to accommodate your preference.

* Not available on Sun, Pacific, or Ocean Princess.

Traditional Dining

Traditional Dining is the classic cruise dining experience. Indulge in our freshly-prepared, award-winning cuisine, served at set times in an elegant dining room with the same waitstaff and table mates each evening.

Should you need to change this request, call your travel agent no later than three weeks before you sail. Requests for preferences and changes are considered on a first-come, first-served basis. It is not always possible to alter dining preferences or seating arrangements once they are reserved.

Once onboard and subject to availability, you may attempt to switch preferences with 24 hours notice to the Maitre D’. We will do our best to accommodate your preference.

Dining Hours are posted onboard and are subject to change.  Actual times may vary based on itinerary per season.

Specialty Restaurants

Variety is the spice of life, especially when it comes to gourmet fare. That's why Princess offers several Specialty Dining options for you to choose from on every ship.

These distinctive restaurants provide intimate dining in an upscale atmosphere. Reservations are suggested at these popular venues. And because these restaurants at sea are truly a special treat, a cover charge will apply per person.

Sabatini's
Sabatini's serves up an authentic Italian dining experience in a remarkable eight-course meal. The stellar menu features both local seafood specialties and other regional favorites.

Bayou Café & Steakhouse
Experience the first New Orleans-style restaurant at sea, and enjoy fabulous Creole and Cajun traditional cuisine, such as jambalaya, etouffee and crawfish gumbo.

Crown Grill
Crown Grill entertains passengers with an open, theater-style kitchen where chefs custom-prepare steamed shellfish - such as lobster, scallops, clams and mussels - and cooked-to-order steaks and chops.

Sterling Steakhouse
Experience a more refined approach to the traditional steakhouse. Enjoy the best, most tender cuts of beef, such as New York steak and porterhouse, plus a prime-rib carving station.

Specialty restaurants vary on a ship basis.

Casual Dining Venues

When a casual mood calls, you have plenty of choices – even on formal nights. Whether it be the 24-hour buffet at the Horizon Court, the pizzeria, burger & hot dog grill, or 24-hour room service, you’re able to choose how you dine with us.

Special Dietary Requests

Princess is happy to meet your request for low-sodium, low-fat, low-sugar and vegetarian diets. Visit Cruise Personalizer® to indicate your dietary preferences.

In addition, kosher meals (frozen entrées only) and baby food are available upon advance written request. Any other special diet requests must be authorized in advance by the Princess corporate office.

You or your travel agent must advise Princess in writing at least four weeks before you sail of any special diet, allergies or medical needs. For cruises other than within Alaska, Canada/New England, Caribbean, Europe, Mexico, Trans-canal and Australia/New Zealand, including transpacific and transatlantic sailings, please advise us of any special dietary requirements at least two months prior to sailing. Once onboard, please check with the Maitre D' to confirm your request.

Room Service

Passengers may call for personal complimentary Room Service at any time of the day or night. To have continental breakfast delivered to the stateroom, fill out the breakfast card included in the stateroom portfolio (one is also placed on the pillow) and hang it out at night on the stateroom door in order to receive delivery the next morning at the time of your choosing. For a full stateroom menu, passengers may review the stateroom portfolio, call the number listed in the telephone directory or press the "Room Service" button on their phone.

Below are some examples of what's offered on the complimentary Room Service Menu. Please note that Coffee, Iced Tea and Milk are available 24 hours a day.

Sandwiches (served with your choice of french fries, potato chips or coleslaw).

  • Club House
  • Roast Beef
  • Roast Turkey Breast
  • Tuna Salad
  • Peanut Butter & Jelly
  • Vegetarian

Soups and Salads

  • Soup of the Day with Saltine Crackers
  • Assorted Mixed Garden Greens
  • Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken Strips
  • Chef's Salad

Hot Dishes

  • Beef Chili with Black Beans and Tortilla Chips
  • Baked Italian Lasagna
  • Moroccan Vegetable Crock Pot with Pita Bread
  • Croque Monsieur
  • Grilled Hamburger or Cheeseburger
  • Hot Dog
  • Grilled Chicken Sandwich

From the Pastry Shop

  • Caramel Flan
  • Chocolate Fudge Cake
  • Chocolate Chip Cookie

Formal Nights

  We want to make it as easy as possible for you to know what to pack and what to wear when you’re dining onboard. See below for an example of formal night schedules based on the length of your cruise.
LENGTH OF CRUISE NUMBER OF FORMAL EVENINGS
1 - 3 DAYS 0
4 - 6 DAYS 1
7 - 13 DAYS 2
14 - 20 DAYS 3
21 - 28 DAYS 4
29+ DAYS 5 MINIMUM
Princess offers formal wear rental on all cruises – this can be arranged prior to embarkation.

Formal Wear Rentals

Princess offers formal wear rental on all cruises; this can be arranged prior to embarkation.

Dress with an elegance and style that is perfect for all the formal activities on your cruise with Princess. Cruiseline Formal Wear delivers beautifully-tailored clothing directly to your stateroom.

To order your formal wear, please visit cruiselineformal.com, call 800-551-5091 or 305-252-8572. For questions, email: custservice@cruiselineformal.com.

Onboard Entertainment

Fill every day with a wide variety of exciting onboard activities from paddle tennis to painting lessons. Take a galley tour; enjoy wine tasting; experience our traditional Champagne Waterfall; or join in games by the pool. You can even take a backstage tour, or take center stage at our karaoke lounge. Ships filled with amenities, equal in luxury to the finest landbased resorts - that's what makes Princess Cruises the ultimate vacation and a complete escape.

Or opt for an exciting array of stage shows, most of which are written, costumed and choreographed exclusively by Princess. Curtain times vary; check your onboard newsletter, the Princess Patter, for show times.

Don't forget to bring along your dancing shoes, because Princess has several dance venues and live entertainment to get you into the swing of things. We start early and finish late. Just check Princess Patter for the times and places to give your partner a whirl.

Every cruise also features a great selection of first-run feature films for your viewing pleasure. On select ships, guests can also experience Movies Under the StarsSM, our 300-square-foot outdoor movie screen and watch the latest films, sporting events and concert videos - all from a comfortable deck chair. Movies Under the Stars lights up your life - day and night.

Passengers can also be stars. You can kick up your heels at our Country & Western Party - bring your cowboy boots and hats and join the line dancing. Or bring your tropical wear for our Island Night deck party on all warm weather sailings. There will be limbo contests, games and calypso music for "dancin' in the aisles." And don't be shy - audition for Princess Pop Star and share your vocal talents with the world.

Casino Games

Our casinos offer the most popular table games, including blackjack, roulette, Caribbean stud poker and craps (available on most ships). We also feature a full range of exciting slot and video poker machines, as well as regular Snowball Jackpot Bingo sessions held throughout the cruise.

Complimentary gaming lessons for slots and table games are held on each cruise, along with exciting tournaments. Please check Princess Patter for our daily special promotions and opening hours. Plus, if you want to surprise your friends with a lucky side bet, you can choose a $25, $50, or $100 credit, redeemable in the shipboard casino.

Persons under the age of 21 are not permitted to gamble or remain in the casino. For those passengers interested in playing at our higher limit tables, please contact our Casino Department at 1-800-5CASINO (1-800-522-7466) for more details

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