P&O Cruises Limelight Club Menu: Dinner and Drinks
The Limelight Club is one of P&O Cruises’ distinctive speciality experiences, combining an adults-only dinner with live entertainment in an intimate supper-club setting. Rather than choosing between dinner and a show, guests can enjoy both as part of the same evening.
The Limelight Club is currently available aboard P&O Cruises Britannia, Iona and Arvia. The photographed menu features a choice of starters, mains and desserts alongside a dedicated drinks selection with Champagne, Prosecco and wines. As menus and performers can change, this guide should be used as an example of what you may find when booking The Limelight Club.
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What Is The Limelight Club on P&O Cruises?
The Limelight Club is an adults-only dining and entertainment venue available on Britannia, Iona and Arvia.
P&O Cruises describes the venue as combining cuisine with live entertainment, with performances from well-known artists forming part of the experience. It is a ticketed, additional-charge venue rather than one of the restaurants included automatically in the cruise fare.
The format makes The Limelight Club different from a traditional speciality restaurant. Dinner is part of a complete evening built around the performance.
P&O Cruises Limelight Club Food Menu
The photographed menu is identified as Menu A and includes three starters, four main courses and two desserts.
There are meat, seafood and plant-based options, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes identified directly on the menu.
Limelight Club Starters
The three starters shown on Menu A are:
• H. Forman & Sons Gin and Tonic Cured Salmon – Cucumber jelly, lemon aioli, pickled cucumber, nori crisps and basil
• Crisp Honey-Glazed Berkshire Black Ham Hock – Pea panna cotta, pickled carrot and mint emulsion
• Glazed King Oyster Mushroom ‘Scallops’ – Caramelised shallot purée, tarragon emulsion, roasted garlic, sourdough crumb and sherry vinaigrette
The ham hock is marked gluten-free, while the king oyster mushroom dish is marked vegan.
The salmon starter combines cured salmon with cucumber, citrus and nori, while the mushroom option provides a completely plant-based alternative.
Limelight Club Main Courses
There are four mains on the photographed menu:
• Pan-Roasted Fillet of Beef – Burnt onion boulangère, confit shallots, sautéed leeks and ginger-glazed carrots
• Pine Nut Tapenade-Crusted Lamb Rack – Israeli couscous, sweet-and-sour peppers, wilted pak choi, basil and oregano pesto
• Pavé of Line-Caught Sea Bass – Pancetta, broad bean, shallot and pea fricassée, lemon and herb gnocchi, white wine Parmesan cream
• Butternut Squash, Mushroom and Cashew Nut Spring Roll – Scorched Tenderstem broccoli, sesame, baby carrots, pencil leeks and toasted cashew nut sauce
The beef is marked gluten-free.
The butternut squash, mushroom and cashew nut spring roll is marked vegan and gluten-free.
With beef, lamb, fish and a plant-based dish represented, the menu provides a choice across several different styles rather than focusing on a single type of cuisine.
Limelight Club Desserts
Two desserts appear on Menu A:
• Dark and White Chocolate Mascarpone Bomba – Raspberries and Amarula ice cream
• Strudel of Pistachio Kataifi Pastry with Pine and Fir Tree Syrup – Apricot and almond sauce
The chocolate mascarpone bomba is marked vegetarian and gluten-free.
The pistachio kataifi pastry is marked vegan.
Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten-Free Options
The menu uses dietary symbols to identify suitable dishes.
The photographed menu includes:
• Vegetarian options
• Vegan options
• Gluten-free options
P&O Cruises also includes an allergen notice advising guests with a food allergy, intolerance or coeliac disease to inform a member of staff before ordering.
The menu additionally warns that some dishes may contain nuts or nut extracts.
Limelight Club Drinks Menu
The photographed drinks menu starts with a signature aperitif before moving into Champagne, sparkling wine, white wine, rosé and red wine.
Prices are displayed in pounds, with wine generally available by the glass, bottle or both depending on the selection.
Limelight Club Aperitif
The featured aperitif is:
• Lemon Drizzle Spritz – £9.90
It combines Sipsmith Lemon Drizzle Gin, Lanson Le Black Création Brut NV, lemon sherbet, bitters and vanilla, topped with soda.
An alcohol-free version is shown for £4.90.
Champagne and Prosecco Prices
The photographed menu lists:
• Lanson Le Rosé Création Brut NV – £10.70 for 125ml / £55 bottle
• Lanson Le Black Création Brut NV – £10.50 for 125ml / £50 bottle
• Prosecco – £7.70 for 125ml / £28 bottle
This gives guests options ranging from Prosecco to two Lanson Champagnes.
White Wine Prices
The white wines shown are:
• Louis Moreau Chablis, Domaine de Biéville – £10.90 for 175ml / £14.70 for 250ml / £43 bottle
• Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc – £43 bottle
• Chardonnay, Thornhill – £8.20 for 175ml / £10.90 for 250ml / £32 bottle
• Pinot Grigio, Indesio – £8.20 for 175ml / £10.90 for 250ml / £32 bottle
The menu describes the Chablis as complex and cultured, the Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio as crisp and refreshing, and the Chardonnay as fun and fruity.
Rosé Wine Prices
Two rosé wines appear on the menu:
• Côtes de Provence, The Beach by Whispering Angel – £10.90 for 175ml / £14.70 for 250ml / £43 bottle
• White Zinfandel, The Wicked Lady – £8.20 for 175ml / £10.90 for 250ml / £32 bottle
The Whispering Angel rosé is described as refreshing and elegant, while The Wicked Lady is described as fun and fruity.
Red Wine Prices
The red wine selection includes:
• Cabernet Sauvignon, Valdivieso Single Vineyard – £40 bottle
• Rioja Reserva, Bodegas Ondarre – £8.80 for 175ml / £12 for 250ml / £35 bottle
• Shiraz, Pitchfork – £8.20 for 175ml / £10.90 for 250ml / £32 bottle
• Merlot, Viñedos Marchigüe Panul – £8.20 for 175ml / £10.90 for 250ml / £32 bottle
• Project Malbec 23 – £8.20 for 175ml / £10.90 for 250ml / £32 bottle
The menu describes the Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Malbec as hearty and spicy. The Rioja is described as smooth and sophisticated, while the Merlot is described as fun and fruity.
Are Limelight Club Drinks Included in P&O Drinks Packages?
The photographed drinks menu uses symbols to identify beverages associated with P&O Cruises drinks packages.
The key at the bottom identifies:
• Refresh Drinks Package
• Alcohol-Free Drinks Package
• Classic Drinks Package
• Deluxe Drinks Package
The menu also specifically states that 175ml and 250ml wines can be included in the Deluxe Drinks Package where indicated.
Because drinks package inclusions and terms can change, passengers should check the current P&O Cruises package rules for their sailing rather than assuming that every drink or serving size on this photographed menu will be included.
Which P&O Cruises Ships Have The Limelight Club?
P&O Cruises currently lists The Limelight Club on three ships:
• Arvia
• Iona
• Britannia
It is not a fleetwide P&O Cruises restaurant, so passengers sailing aboard another ship should not expect to find the venue.
The experience is exclusively for adults.
Is The Limelight Club Included in the Cruise Fare?
No. P&O Cruises categorises The Limelight Club as an additional-charge experience.
The cost can vary, and P&O Cruises encourages passengers to log into My P&O Cruises to see availability and book the experience for their particular sailing.
Because the venue combines dinner and entertainment, the charge covers a different type of evening from simply making a reservation at a speciality restaurant.
What Is the Entertainment Like at The Limelight Club?
The specific entertainer is not identified on the photographed menu, so it would be inaccurate to associate this particular menu with one performer.
P&O Cruises describes The Limelight Club as featuring live entertainment and performances from well-known artists. The performer can vary by sailing.
That means passengers should check their specific cruise before booking if the entertainer is an important part of their decision.
The format is designed as an intimate supper-club experience, with the meal and performance forming part of the same evening.
Is The Limelight Club Worth Booking?
The Limelight Club is most likely to appeal to passengers who want something beyond a conventional speciality dinner.
The experience combines:
• An adults-only setting
• A multi-course dinner
• Live entertainment
• A dedicated drinks selection
• An intimate supper-club atmosphere
The value will depend partly on how interested you are in the performer scheduled for your cruise. If you would already pay extra for both speciality dining and live entertainment, combining the two can make The Limelight Club one of the more distinctive evenings aboard Britannia, Iona or Arvia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Limelight Club on P&O Cruises?
The Limelight Club is an adults-only speciality venue combining dinner with live entertainment.
Which P&O ships have The Limelight Club?
P&O Cruises currently lists The Limelight Club aboard Britannia, Iona and Arvia.
Is The Limelight Club free?
No. P&O Cruises categorises The Limelight Club as an additional-charge dining and entertainment experience.
What food is served at The Limelight Club?
The photographed Menu A includes three starters, four mains and two desserts. Choices include cured salmon, ham hock, mushroom ‘scallops,’ beef, lamb, sea bass, a vegan spring roll and two desserts.
Does The Limelight Club have vegetarian and vegan food?
Yes. The photographed menu includes vegetarian and vegan dishes, and the menu identifies them with dietary symbols.
Are there gluten-free choices?
Yes. Several dishes on the photographed menu are marked gluten-free.
Does The Limelight Club serve wine?
Yes. The photographed drinks menu includes Champagne, Prosecco, white wine, rosé and red wine.
Are drinks included in The Limelight Club price?
The photographed menu lists individual drink prices and identifies drinks-package eligibility with symbols. Passengers should check the terms of their booking and current P&O Cruises drinks package for exact inclusions.
Can children go to The Limelight Club?
No. P&O Cruises currently describes The Limelight Club as exclusively for adults.
Who performs at The Limelight Club?
Performers vary by sailing. The photographed menu does not identify the entertainer associated with this particular dinner, so check your cruise itinerary or My P&O Cruises for the scheduled act.
Do I need to book The Limelight Club?
P&O Cruises provides advance booking through My P&O Cruises. Availability and performers depend on the individual sailing.
Final Thoughts
The P&O Cruises Limelight Club combines two parts of a night out that would normally be separate: a speciality dinner and a live show.
The photographed Menu A offers a compact but varied selection, with salmon, ham hock and mushroom starters followed by beef, lamb, sea bass or a plant-based main. Dessert choices include a chocolate mascarpone bomba and vegan pistachio kataifi strudel.
The accompanying drinks menu adds Champagne, Prosecco and a broad selection of wines, with several drinks identified for P&O Cruises drinks package inclusion.
For passengers aboard Britannia, Iona or Arvia who want an adults-only evening that feels different from a standard restaurant reservation, The Limelight Club is one of P&O Cruises’ more distinctive dining and entertainment experiences.
