{"id":4723,"date":"2024-03-17T16:08:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-17T05:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/?p=4723"},"modified":"2024-04-16T14:33:15","modified_gmt":"2024-04-16T04:33:15","slug":"our-guide-to-the-best-restaurants-at-sea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/our-guide-to-the-best-restaurants-at-sea\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Guide to the Best Restaurants at Sea"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><em>Culinary curious but love a cruise? You don\u2019t need to compromise with these restaurants, all found on five-star cruises.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking to the open seas doesn\u2019t mean compromising on great food. On top of the spacious rooms, one-of-a-kind entertainment, faultless facilities and jaw-dropping locations, luxury cruises are also home to a collection of must-try culinary experiences. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read on to discover the latest and greatest in cruising cuisine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Queens Grill \u2013 Cunard<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When sailing on one of the finest cruise ships in the world, only the finest fare will do \u2013 and Queens Grill delivers in spades. Available exclusively to Queens Grill suite guests, the intimate and sophisticated French-inspired restaurant offers the ultimate in fine dining, with menus that draw inspiration from some of the world\u2019s best kitchens. Drop by for breakfast and savour eggs royale or a full English, before returning for baked cod with parsley crumb, new potatoes and broccoli for lunch. Come dinner, enjoy salads, soups or main courses, as well as a selection of international cheeses and artisan breads from the trolley. Service is perfectly pitched, with the same table for your entire voyage and friendly staff who will look after your every whim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pinnacle Grill \u2013 Holland America Line<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Steak tartare, lobster bisque, porterhouse steaks, and Alaskan king salmon \u2013 the menu at Holland America Line\u2019s Pinnacle Grill is a masterclass in steakhouse extravagance, with something for every type of culinary connoisseur. After a day of yoga and Pilates, a treatment at Greenhouse Spa &amp; Salon and an afternoon recital at Lincoln Center Stage on the Noordam, relax into an elegant booth to enjoy Pinnacle Grill\u2019s 28-day wet-aged prime steaks, paired with award-winning wines. After your decadent experience, retire to Billboard Onboard for performances of the latest chart-topping hits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Razzle Dazzle \u2013 Virgin Voyages<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-10-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Dining at Razzle Dazzle onboard the Scarlet Lady, a Virgin Voyages cruise, one of the best restaurants at sea\" class=\"wp-image-5262\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dining aboard Scarlet Lady, Virgin Voyages.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s Razzle Dazzle \u2013 but not as you know it, on Virgin Voyages\u2019 adults-only Scarlet Lady. This modern, plant-forward restaurant serves an all-day menu with consciously sourced ingredients in a fresh, no frills and downright delicious way. With twists on comforting American classics such as fried chicken and milk and cookies, as well as creative takes on vegetarian and vegan dishes, it strikes the sweet spot between balance and indulgence, best served with a side of live entertainment. For the full experience, it\u2019s hard to look past the boozy brunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Chops Grille \u2013 Royal Caribbean<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/RCI_SY_092022_BRAND_DHEUMANN_CHOPSGRILLE_ACam_MED-WS_9124-resize-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Chops on a plate at Chops Grille onboard a Royal Caribbean cruise, one of the best restaurants at sea\" class=\"wp-image-4887\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/RCI_SY_092022_BRAND_DHEUMANN_CHOPSGRILLE_ACam_MED-WS_9124-resize-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/RCI_SY_092022_BRAND_DHEUMANN_CHOPSGRILLE_ACam_MED-WS_9124-resize-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/RCI_SY_092022_BRAND_DHEUMANN_CHOPSGRILLE_ACam_MED-WS_9124-resize-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/RCI_SY_092022_BRAND_DHEUMANN_CHOPSGRILLE_ACam_MED-WS_9124-resize-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/RCI_SY_092022_BRAND_DHEUMANN_CHOPSGRILLE_ACam_MED-WS_9124-resize-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/RCI_SY_092022_BRAND_DHEUMANN_CHOPSGRILLE_ACam_MED-WS_9124-resize-1200x800.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Chops Grille, Royal Caribbean.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Gold and claret wood furnishings, crimson hues and leather-backed chairs set the scene for decadent dining at the Chops Grille, found on the entire Royal Caribbean fleet. This sophisticated steakhouse is all about those steaks, seasoned and seared to lock in as much flavour as possible. Served with truffled French fries and signature gruyere potato croquettes, it\u2019s as indulgent as the rest of the ship\u2019s facilities. In between stops, catch a show or film, scale the rock climbing wall or bliss out at the Sea Spa \u2013 with so much to do, see and eat, you may not want to get off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>S.A.L.T. Kitchen \u2013 Silversea<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/AU6I3114-resize-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A steak being served onboard a Silversea cruise at S.A.L.T Kitchen, one of the best restaurants on a cruise\" class=\"wp-image-4888\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/AU6I3114-resize-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/AU6I3114-resize-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/AU6I3114-resize-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/AU6I3114-resize-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/AU6I3114-resize-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/AU6I3114-resize-1200x800.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">S.A.L.T. Kitchen, Silversea.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Discover new tastes and textures before you step off the ship at S.A.L.T. Kitchen, found on Silversea\u2019s Silver Dawn, Silver Nova, Silver Moon and Silver Ray. The destination-focused restaurant uncovers the culinary heritage of each port you visit with the Terrain menu, or combines your itinerary\u2019s best flavours in one delicious dinner with the Voyage menu. Choose Silver Dawn to find your Nordic nirvana on a round-trip from Copenhagen, or follow the Atlantic Coast from Copenhagen to Lisbon, stopping over in Hamburg, Amsterdam and Bordeaux. As you change location, so will your S.A.L.T. Kitchen menu, with new flavours to try on every visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Jacques \u2013 Oceania Cruises<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/OC_Jacques_Mille-Feuille.jpg_2023-10-18_01-52-23-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A dessert served at Jacques onboard an Oceania cruise, one of the best restaurants at sea - Luxury Escapes\" class=\"wp-image-4889\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/OC_Jacques_Mille-Feuille.jpg_2023-10-18_01-52-23-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/OC_Jacques_Mille-Feuille.jpg_2023-10-18_01-52-23-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/OC_Jacques_Mille-Feuille.jpg_2023-10-18_01-52-23-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/OC_Jacques_Mille-Feuille.jpg_2023-10-18_01-52-23-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/OC_Jacques_Mille-Feuille.jpg_2023-10-18_01-52-23-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/OC_Jacques_Mille-Feuille.jpg_2023-10-18_01-52-23-1200x800.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mille feuille at Jacques.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Food and wine is no afterthought on an Oceania Cruise \u2013 it\u2019s one of the main drawcards for the culinary curious cruise-goer. Jacques, named for and inspired by renowned chef Jacques P\u00e9pin, is considered one of the fleet\u2019s finest restaurants, adding a slice of Paris as you cruise from Miami to Barcelona on the Marina, or Hong Kong to Seoul on the Riviera. Step into the grand dining room to discover a Parisian bistro, dotted with heirloom antiques and art from P\u00e9pin\u2019s personal collection, along with a menu full of French classics. Steal a glance at the show rotisserie, where chicken, duck, pork, beef and veal roasts turn, before enjoying the likes of French onion soup with a gruyere crust, sea bass with beurre blanc and mille feuille.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Prime C \u2013 Azamara<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Discover a classic American steakhouse on the high seas with Prime C, found on all Azamara cruise ships. Perfectly positioned to soak up stunning views from every angle, the elegant restaurant celebrates beautiful cuts of beef, lamb, pork and duck, with filet mignon, chateaubriand and rib eye steaks all appearing on the comprehensive menu. As you cruise, dine on a delectable herb-coated rack of lamb, served on the bone, with creamed leek and spinach, blue cheese bread souffl\u00e9 and creamy mashed potato, or keep it light with a Chilean sea bass with saut\u00e9ed broccoli and mushrooms. With a considered wine list, you\u2019ll find the perfect pair for a wonderful night out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Looking for more inspiration?<\/strong>&nbsp;Check out&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/7-reasons-why-premium-luxury-cruises-offer-better-value\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">7 Reasons Why Premium &amp; Luxury Cruises Offer Better Value<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Feature image: Scarlet Lady, Virgin Voyages<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Please note that restaurant availability may vary depending on the cruise ship and itinerary. It&#8217;s always recommended to check with the cruise line for the most up-to-date information.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Culinary curious but love a cruise? You don\u2019t need to compromise with these restaurants, all found on five-star cruises. Taking to the open seas doesn\u2019t mean compromising on great food. 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