Princess Cruise Menus: Main Dining Room, Specialty Restaurants & Breakfast
These Princess Cruise Menus were donated by fellow cruisers. I have personally sailed with Princess Cruises, although these specific menus may vary by ship, sailing date, itinerary, and fleet updates.
Princess Cruise Dining: What to Expect
Princess Cruises has long been known for offering one of the strongest dining programs at sea. Between the Main Dining Room, casual eateries, specialty restaurants, room service, and grab-and-go venues, there is something available nearly around the clock.
One thing many first-time Princess guests don’t realize is that several specialty restaurants offer excellent value compared to land-based restaurants. While some venues charge a cover fee, the quality of the food, service, and presentation often makes them one of the better onboard splurges.
The menus below provide a look at several Princess Cruises dining venues, including Ocean Terrace Sushi, Alfredo’s Pizzeria, O’Malley’s Irish Pub, Crab Shack, the Kids Menu, Stateroom Breakfast, and examples of Gala Night menus served in the Main Dining Room.
Princess Main Dining Room Dinner Menus
The Princess Cruises Main Dining Room is included in your cruise fare and serves a rotating menu every evening. One of the things I appreciate most about Princess is the variety offered throughout the sailing. Even on longer cruises, the menus change nightly, giving guests the opportunity to try different cuisines, regional specialties, seafood dishes, steaks, vegetarian options, and desserts.
The sample menus shown below come from the Botticelli Dining Room and provide a good look at what guests can expect during a typical Princess cruise.
What Food Is Included in the Princess Cruise Main Dining Room?
- French Onion Soup
- Princess Shrimp Cocktail
- Caesar Salad
- Cream of Wild Mushroom Soup
- Fisherman’s Clam Chowder
- Seafood Deviled Eggs
- Alaska Coho Salmon Crudo
- Lump Crab Cake
- Seafood Antipasto
- Oxtail Soup en Croute
Main course selections rotated nightly and included dishes such as:
- Slow-Roasted Prime Rib
- Beef Wellington
- Blue Ribbon Chicken Cordon Bleu
- Lamb Curry
- Shrimp-Crusted Atlantic Salmon
- Dorade with Olives and Peppers
- Spicy Teriyaki Coho Salmon
- Ricotta Cheese Tortellini
- Spaghetti Alla Carbonara
- Fettuccine with Beef Short Rib Bolognese
- Vegetarian Jambalaya
- Cauliflower Steak
Princess also offers several “always available” options through its Grillery section, including chicken breast, salmon, steak, and pasta dishes for guests who prefer familiar favorites.
One thing I noticed on my Princess cruises is that the Main Dining Room tends to strike a nice balance between traditional cruise classics and modern dishes. It’s not overly fancy, but there is usually enough variety that most guests can find something appealing each evening.
Princess Cruises Port-Day Express Breakfast
On port days, Princess Cruises typically offers a streamlined Express Breakfast menu in the main dining room for guests who want a quick meal before heading ashore. The menu includes familiar breakfast favorites such as pancakes, French toast, eggs, bacon, sausage, hash browns, fresh fruit, yogurt, cereals, pastries, toast, bagels, coffee, tea, juice, and milk.
The simplified menu helps speed up service on mornings when many passengers have shore excursions planned. While the selection is smaller than a full sea-day breakfast, there are still enough options to enjoy a satisfying meal before exploring the next destination. For guests looking to start vacation mode early, mimosas, Bloody Marys, and other breakfast cocktails are also available for an additional charge.
Princess Gala Dinner Menus
The photos also include examples of Princess Cruises Gala Dinner menus from the Main Dining Room.
Gala Night is one of the most anticipated evenings on many Princess sailings and typically features upgraded menu selections compared to a standard dinner service.
The menus shown include dishes such as:
Appetizers
- Lump Crab Cake
- Seafood Deviled Eggs
- Shrimp Cocktail
- French Onion Soup
- Cobb Salad
- Prosciutto and Caponata
- Spanikopita
Main Courses
- Surf & Turf
- Duck Leg Confit
- Seared Mustard-Crusted Tuna
- Shrimp-Crusted Atlantic Salmon
- Beef Bourguignonne
- Cajun Fried Chicken
- Ricotta Cheese Tortellini
- Vegetable Biryani
Specialty Upgrades
Princess also offered optional premium selections including:
- Filet Mignon
- Lobster Tail
- Surf & Turf Upgrade Combinations
Desserts
- Chocolate Pistachio Dome
- Gianduja Soufflé
- Pistachio Love Boat
- Chocolate Caramel Tart
- New York Cheesecake
- Crème Brûlée
- Seasonal Fruit Plates
The Gala Night menus are usually among the strongest menus of the cruise and are often the evenings when many guests choose to dress up and enjoy a more traditional cruise dining experience.
Ocean Terrace Sushi
Ocean Terrace Sushi is one of Princess Cruises’ most popular specialty dining venues. Located in a stylish ocean-view setting, this restaurant focuses on freshly prepared sushi, sashimi, nigiri, and specialty rolls.
The menu shown here features a $14.99 set menu that includes edamame, seaweed salad, assorted nigiri, specialty rolls, and traditional accompaniments such as pickled vegetables, wasabi, and soy sauce.
Guests can also order à la carte items including:
- Yellowfin Tuna Nigiri
- Salmon Nigiri
- Hamachi (Yellowtail)
- Scallops
- Octopus
- Squid
- Spicy Tuna Rolls
- Spicy Salmon Rolls
- Hamachi Scallion Rolls
- Vegetable Rolls
- Aburi Spicy Tuna Rolls
For cruisers who enjoy sushi, Ocean Terrace is often considered one of the best dining values onboard Princess Cruises.
Alfredo’s Pizzeria
Alfredo’s Pizzeria has developed something of a cult following among Princess loyalists.
Unlike the complimentary pizza available poolside, Alfredo’s serves freshly made Neapolitan-style pizzas in a sit-down restaurant environment. The dough is stretched and baked to order, creating a noticeably different experience from the quick-service pizza venues.
The menu shown includes:
Classic Pizzas
- Margherita
- Pepperoni
- Hawaiiana
- Capricciosa
- Romana
- Vegetariana
There is also a calzone option available for guests looking for something heartier.
Optional starters include:
- Insalata Mista
- Minestrone alla Sorrentina
For many Princess cruisers, Alfredo’s is one of the most underrated dining venues in the fleet and frequently ranks among guests’ favorite meals during their cruise.
O’Malley’s Irish Pub
O’Malley’s Irish Pub brings a traditional Irish pub atmosphere to sea and offers comfort food favorites in a casual setting.
The menu shown features a $14.99 cover charge that includes:
- One starter
- One main course
- One dessert
Popular menu items include:
Starters
- Irish Onion Soup
- O’Malley’s Onion Stack
- Hot Crab & Artichoke Dip
- Chicken Chopped Salad
Main Courses
- O’Malley’s Burger
- Bushmills Blue Burger
- Killarney Stout Stew
- Pub-Style Fish & Chips
- Blasta! Wings
- Drunken Mussels
- Plant-Based Burger
Desserts
- Irish Apple Cake
- Guinness Chocolate Cake
- Baileys Irish Cream Cheesecake
This venue is especially popular on sea days and during evenings when guests want a more relaxed alternative to the Main Dining Room.
Crab Shack
For seafood lovers, Crab Shack is one of the most unique specialty dining experiences available on Princess Cruises.
The menu shown features a cover charge of $55 per person and centers around large seafood platters designed for sharing.
Guests can choose from:
Seafood Pot
A combination of crab legs, crawfish, shrimp, mussels, clams, and vegetables cooked together in a flavorful broth.
Cajun Seafood Boil
Featuring seasoned crab legs, crawfish, shrimp, clams, mussels, potatoes, corn, and sausage.
Seafood Bucket for Two
An oversized chilled seafood presentation featuring lobster tails, lobster claws, crab legs, shrimp, mussels, and clams.
Dessert choices include:
- Strawberry Shortcake
- Key Lime Pie in a Jar
For cruisers who enjoy shellfish and seafood boils, Crab Shack delivers a dining experience that feels very different from the rest of the ship’s restaurants.
Princess Cruise Kids Menu
Families traveling with children will appreciate the dedicated Kids Menu available onboard.
The menu includes familiar favorites such as:
- Macaroni & Cheese
- Chicken Bites
- Buccaneer Burger
- High Seas Hot Dog
- Grilled Salmon
- Chicken Noodle Soup
Sides include:
- French Fries
- Fruit Salad
- Steamed Vegetables
- Rice
- Buttered Noodles
Desserts include:
- Chocolate Chip Cookie
- Banana Sundae
Princess does a good job balancing kid-friendly comfort foods with healthier options such as fruit, vegetables, and grilled salmon.
Stateroom Breakfast Room Service
One of my favorite Princess traditions is filling out the breakfast card before going to bed and having breakfast delivered to the cabin the next morning.
The room service breakfast menu shown includes:
Beverages
- Coffee
- Decaffeinated Coffee
- Hot Tea
- Herbal Tea
- Milk
Juices
- Orange
- Tomato
- Prune
- Apple
Breakfast Items
- Yogurt
- Fresh Fruit
- Cold Cereals
- Danish Pastries
- Croissants
- Bread Rolls
Hot Item
- Egg, Bacon & Cheese English Muffin
This is a fantastic option for port days when you want a quick breakfast before heading ashore, or simply for enjoying a quiet morning on your balcony.
Princess Gelato & Ice Cream Menu
If you have a sweet tooth, Princess also offers a dedicated Gelato venue serving premium ice cream, sundaes, and specialty desserts.
The menu shown includes classic ice cream flavors such as:
- Vanilla
- Chocolate
- Strawberry
- Cookies & Cream
- Dulce de Leche
- Chocolate Mint Chip
- Nutella
- Butter Pecan
Guests can customize their dessert with toppings including:
- Oreo Cookies
- Rainbow Sprinkles
- Whipped Cream
- Strawberries
- Bananas
- Pecans
- Marshmallows
- Chocolate Brownies
- Chocolate Sprinkles
The venue also serves several specialty sundaes, including:
- Brownie Blast
- Peach Melba
- Oreo Sundae
- Turtle Sundae
- Fluffernutter Sundae
- Strawberry Sundae
- Banana Split
- Pineapple Split
For adults looking for something different, Princess even offers spirited sundaes featuring liqueurs such as Irish Cream and Frangelico.
While gelato and specialty sundaes come with an additional charge, they can be a fun treat after dinner or while relaxing around the ship during a sea day.
Quick Note About Princess Dining
Menus, prices, and individual dishes can vary by ship, itinerary, sailing date, and fleet-wide menu updates. These examples provide a snapshot of what Princess Cruises guests may encounter onboard, but specific offerings may change over time.
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re enjoying sushi at Ocean Terrace, sharing seafood at Crab Shack, grabbing a pizza from Alfredo’s, or sitting down for Gala Night in the Main Dining Room, there are options available for nearly every taste and budget.
These menus offer a useful snapshot of what Princess guests may encounter onboard, but keep in mind that menu items, prices, cover charges, and restaurant concepts can change over time and may vary between ships and itineraries.
If you’re planning a Princess cruise and want to see more menus, dining reviews, daily programs, drink prices, and onboard guides, check back regularly as I’ll continue adding new Princess Cruises content as it becomes available.
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