Royal Caribbean Chops Grille Brunch Menu
Royal Caribbean has added a new way to dine at its signature steakhouse with Chops Grille Brunch, a speciality dining experience that combines traditional brunch dishes with several of the restaurant’s steakhouse-style offerings.
The menu ranges from pastries, fruit and avocado toast to Steak & Eggs, Royal Crab Benedict, a truffle burger and Shrimp Tortellini Alfredo. There are also pancakes, waffles, desserts and family-style sides.
Chops Grille Brunch began appearing in Royal Caribbean’s Cruise Planner in 2026. It was initially spotted aboard Star of the Seas and has since appeared on other ships, including Radiance of the Seas, as Royal Caribbean rolls the experience out more broadly. Current Cruise Planner listings show the brunch on additional ships, but availability can vary by sailing.
If you are considering speciality dining on a Royal Caribbean cruise, here is a closer look at the Chops Grille Brunch menu, prices and what is included.
What Is Chops Grille Brunch?
Chops Grille is Royal Caribbean’s signature American steakhouse and normally operates as a speciality restaurant for lunch and dinner. Royal Caribbean describes Chops as its classic steakhouse experience, with premium cuts, sides and desserts.
Chops Grille Brunch is a separate experience with its own menu. It does not replace the existing Chops Grille lunch. Royal Caribbean confirmed during the 2026 rollout that brunch is scheduled once a week while the regular lunch remains available on other days.
The photographed brunch menu is divided into beverages, bakery items, starters, brunch sweets, hearty bowls, desserts and sides.
How Much Is Chops Grille Brunch?
Chops Grille Brunch is not included in the standard Royal Caribbean cruise fare.
Pricing varies by ship, sailing and promotion. When the experience first appeared aboard Star of the Seas, Cruise Planner pricing was reported at $60 per adult and $40 per child. A later booking aboard Radiance of the Seas was available pre-cruise for $47.99 per person.
Current Cruise Planner pricing should therefore take priority over any single published price.
Passengers with the Unlimited Dining Package should also pay attention to the terms. During the 2026 rollout, Chops Grille Brunch carried a $30 per-person surcharge for guests using the Unlimited Dining Package or Star Class benefits.
Chops Grille Brunch Starters
The meal begins with several starters served family style.
The photographed menu includes:
- Sliced Fruit Selection
- Cheese and Charcuterie Selection
- Scallops Wrapped in Bacon
- Avocado Toast
The Avocado Toast is topped with feta cheese, arugula and cherry tomatoes.
Unlike the main dishes later in the meal, these starters are specifically identified on the menu as being served family style.
Chops Grille Brunch Bakery Selection
The bakery section offers a selection of freshly baked breads and pastries.
Choices shown on the menu include:
- Plain Croissant
- Almond Croissant
- Blueberry Muffin
- Fresh Fruit Danish
- Vanilla Berliner
- Chocolate Donut
- Cinnamon Roll with cream cheese frosting
These provide the more traditional breakfast side of the brunch before the menu moves into its larger dishes.
Brunch Sweets
Two sweeter brunch dishes are available à la carte.
Buttermilk Pancakes
The Buttermilk Pancakes are described as fluffy and can be served plain, banana or chocolate.
Very Berry Waffle
The Very Berry Waffle consists of fresh buttermilk waffles topped with whipped cream, berries, honey, dairy-free whipped cream and caramel drizzle.
Chops Grille Brunch Hearty Bowls
The Hearty Bowls section contains the menu’s main dishes and is served à la carte.
There are five choices on the photographed menu.
Steak & Eggs
Steak & Eggs combines tender filet mignon with a fried egg.
It is one of the dishes that most clearly connects the brunch experience with Chops Grille’s steakhouse identity.
The Royal Crab Benedict
The Royal Crab Benedict features a crab cake with two poached eggs, spinach, hollandaise and an English muffin.
Chops Grille Truffle Burger
The Chops Grille Truffle Burger is served on a brioche bun with melted Gruyere, caramelized onion, truffle sauce and truffle fries.
Shrimp Tortellini Alfredo
Shrimp Tortellini Alfredo consists of golden shrimp and cheese tortellini with homemade Alfredo sauce.
Grilled Tofu
The plant-based main course shown on the menu is Grilled Tofu with peppers, shelled edamame and sweet chili.
Chops Grille Brunch Desserts
Three desserts are shown on the photographed menu.
Floating Island
The Floating Island features silky meringue floating on vanilla cream sauce with spun caramel sugar.
Cherries Jubilee
Cherries Jubilee combines red cherry cooked in wine and cinnamon with vanilla ice cream.
Chocolate Brownie
The Chocolate Brownie is a rich dark fudge brownie served with dairy-free whipped cream and caramel drizzle.
The menu marks the Chocolate Brownie as vegan.
Chops Grille Brunch Sides
Four sides appear on this version of the menu and are served family style:
- Arugula and Parmigiano Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
- Roasted Baby Vegetables
- Mashed Potatoes
- French Fries
Because these are served family style, they can accompany the individual dishes ordered from the main section.
Chops Grille Brunch Drinks
The photographed menu lists three beverages.
- Aperol Spritz
- Sparkling wine, Aperol, club soda and an orange wheel garnish.
- Shirley Temple
- Sprite, grenadine and cherry garnish.
- Spiked Iced Coffee
- Espresso, Kahlúa and latte.
The menu notes that an 18% gratuity will be added to alcoholic beverages and that an 18+ charge may be added at venues at the cruise line’s discretion. It also states that water will be made available at no charge.
Is Chops Grille Brunch Included in the Unlimited Dining Package?
Not without an additional charge under the terms reported during the 2026 rollout.
Royal Caribbean specified a $30 surcharge for Chops Grille Brunch when used with the Unlimited Dining Package or Star Class benefits.
This is an important distinction because the standard Chops Grille lunch can be included with the Unlimited Dining Package, while the new brunch is treated differently.
Package terms can change, so passengers should check the current Cruise Planner conditions for their sailing.
Which Royal Caribbean Ships Have Chops Grille Brunch?
Chops Grille Brunch is a new 2026 offering, and its availability has expanded since its initial appearance.
The experience was first reported aboard Star of the Seas in April 2026. By May, it was also available aboard Radiance of the Seas.
Chops Grille Brunch has also been reported on Utopia of the Seas, Independence of the Seas, Oasis of the Seas, Allure of the Seas, Mariner of the Seas and Liberty of the Seas.
Because the rollout is still relatively new and availability can vary by sailing, passengers should not assume that every ship with Chops Grille will necessarily offer brunch on every itinerary. Check the Royal Caribbean Cruise Planner for your specific sailing.
Is Chops Grille Brunch the Same as Chops Grille Lunch?
No.
Royal Caribbean confirmed that the introduction of brunch does not eliminate the existing Chops Grille lunch. The two are separate dining experiences with different menus and pricing.
Royal Caribbean’s general Chops Grille information continues to describe its traditional lunch and dinner service as prix-fixe speciality dining.
That distinction is worth watching when making a reservation because “Chops Grille — Brunch” and “Chops Grille — Lunch” may both appear as separate options in the Cruise Planner.
Dietary and Allergen Information
The photographed menu identifies vegan dishes with a symbol. The Sliced Fruit Selection, Grilled Tofu and Chocolate Brownie are marked vegan on this version of the menu.
Royal Caribbean also warns that its galleys are not food-allergen-free environments and advises guests with allergies, intolerances or dietary needs to inform their waiter.
Passengers with dietary restrictions should speak directly with the onboard team rather than relying solely on the menu symbols.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chops Grille Brunch on Royal Caribbean?
Chops Grille Brunch is a speciality brunch experience at Royal Caribbean’s Chops Grille steakhouse. The menu combines breakfast and brunch dishes with steakhouse-style choices including filet mignon, crab Benedict and a truffle burger.
How much does Chops Grille Brunch cost?
There is no single price that should be assumed for every cruise. Early 2026 pricing included $60 per adult and $40 per child aboard Star of the Seas, while a later Radiance of the Seas reservation was available for $47.99 per person. Check the Cruise Planner for your sailing.
Is Chops Grille Brunch free?
No. It is a speciality dining experience available for an additional charge.
Is Chops Grille Brunch included with the Unlimited Dining Package?
During the 2026 rollout, Royal Caribbean specified a $30 per-person surcharge for guests using the Unlimited Dining Package or Star Class benefits.
Does Chops Grille Brunch have steak and eggs?
Yes. The photographed menu includes Steak & Eggs made with tender filet mignon topped with a fried egg.
Does Chops Grille Brunch have eggs Benedict?
The menu includes The Royal Crab Benedict, made with a crab cake, two poached eggs, spinach, hollandaise and an English muffin.
Are pancakes and waffles available?
Yes. The brunch sweets section includes Buttermilk Pancakes and a Very Berry Waffle.
Are vegan options available?
Yes. The photographed menu marks the Sliced Fruit Selection, Grilled Tofu and Chocolate Brownie as vegan.
Does Chops Grille still serve regular lunch?
Yes. Royal Caribbean confirmed that the brunch does not replace the traditional Chops Grille lunch.
Is Chops Grille Brunch available on every Royal Caribbean ship?
The brunch has expanded to multiple ships since launching in 2026, but availability should be checked for the individual sailing rather than assumed fleetwide.
Conclusion
Chops Grille Brunch gives Royal Caribbean passengers another speciality dining option, combining familiar breakfast foods with several dishes that fit the steakhouse setting.
The photographed menu starts with family-style fruit, charcuterie, scallops and avocado toast before moving into pastries, pancakes and waffles. The main selections include Steak & Eggs, The Royal Crab Benedict, Chops Grille Truffle Burger, Shrimp Tortellini Alfredo and Grilled Tofu, followed by three desserts and family-style sides.
The experience is separate from the traditional Chops Grille lunch and carries an additional charge. Pricing has varied by ship and sailing since the brunch debuted in 2026, and Unlimited Dining Package guests have also faced a separate brunch surcharge.
Since Chops Grille Brunch is a relatively new addition and availability continues to vary, passengers interested in trying it should check their Cruise Planner for the current price, schedule and availability on their specific Royal Caribbean sailing.
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