Carnival Rewards Diamond Dinner Menu & Exclusive Cocktails
Updated September 2026: Carnival Cruise Line has transitioned from the former VIFP Club to the new Carnival Rewards program, which officially launched on September 1, 2026. Along with the new loyalty program comes updated Diamond recognition, including this exclusive Carnival Rewards Diamond dining experience and a dedicated selection of wines and cocktails.
The new menu welcomes Diamond members to what Carnival describes as an exclusive dining experience featuring premium ingredients and specially crafted cuisine. The dinner includes a choice of appetizers, entrées and desserts, while the accompanying beverage menu features sparkling, white, sweet and red wines along with nine Carnival Rewards-themed cocktails.
For more Carnival information, CruisePrism readers can also explore our Carnival Dining Menus, Carnival Drink Lists, and Carnival Onboard Guides for more information about restaurants, schedules and onboard activities.
Carnival Rewards Replaced the VIFP Club in September 2026
The branding on this new menu reflects a major change to Carnival’s loyalty program. Carnival Rewards officially replaced the VIFP Club on September 1, 2026.
Under Carnival Rewards, members earn both Carnival Rewards Points and Status Qualifying Stars from eligible spending. Points can be redeemed toward eligible Carnival purchases, while Stars determine a member’s loyalty status.
The four Carnival Rewards status levels are:
• Red
• Gold
• Platinum
• Diamond
For longtime Carnival cruisers, there is an important transition provision at the Diamond level. Guests who earned VIFP Diamond status by August 31, 2026, receive lifetime Carnival Rewards Diamond status after enrolling in the new program.
The menu itself has also been completely rebranded for Carnival Rewards, making this an important update for anyone searching for the old Carnival VIFP Diamond dinner menu.
Carnival Rewards Diamond Dinner Appetizers
The updated Diamond menu starts with six appetizers, ranging from seafood and sushi to soup and salad.
Lump Crab Cake
The Lump Crab Cake is served with baked apple mustard aioli and a crisp mango fennel slaw.
Sweet & Sticky Pork Ribs
The Sweet & Sticky Pork Ribs come with pickled slaw, sesame seeds and scallions.
Spicy Tuna Sushi Roll
The Spicy Tuna Sushi Roll combines tempura flakes, asparagus, tobiko and spicy mayo.
The menu marks this selection with an asterisk corresponding to Carnival’s advisory regarding consuming raw or undercooked foods.
Roasted Wild Mushroom Soup
The Roasted Wild Mushroom Soup is finished with brioche croutons, herb oil and chives.
Tomato & Gorgonzola
This appetizer combines tomato and Gorgonzola with chive dressing, balsamic pearls, onion shaves and arugula.
Classic Romaine Caesar
The Classic Romaine Caesar is served with creamy dressing, croutons and Parmesan cheese.
Carnival Rewards Diamond Dinner Entrées
Five main courses appear on the updated menu, including seafood, chicken, beef, lamb and a meat-free ravioli option.
Chilean Sea Bass
The Chilean Sea Bass is Parmesan-crusted and accompanied by creamy shrimp risotto, baby vegetables and lemon beurre blanc.
Farm Chicken
The Farm Chicken features ricotta and spinach stuffing with mushrooms and a creamy Dijon sauce.
Broiled Filet Mignon
The Broiled Filet Mignon is served with grilled asparagus topped with béarnaise sauce and peppercorn sauce.
The filet is marked with Carnival’s raw or undercooked food advisory.
Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb
The Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb comes with rosemary potato fondant, glazed baby carrots, peas and red wine jus.
This entrée also carries the menu’s raw or undercooked food advisory.
Cheese Ravioli
The Cheese Ravioli is served with butternut and tomato cream sauce, toasted breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
Carnival Rewards Diamond Desserts
Four desserts complete the Diamond dinner menu.
Red Velvet Pudding
The Red Velvet Pudding is paired with cheesecake ice cream and warm vanilla bean sauce.
Salted Caramel Carrot Cake
The Salted Caramel Carrot Cake is layered with cream cheese frosting and toasted walnuts.
Mango Strawberry Sorbet
A Mango Strawberry Sorbet provides a fruit-based dessert option.
Fresh Fruit
Fresh Fruit is also available as a lighter finish to the meal.
Food Allergy and Health Advisory
Carnival asks guests to let their server know about any food allergies.
The menu also includes a public-health advisory noting that consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase the risk of foodborne illness, particularly for guests with certain medical conditions.
Carnival Rewards Diamond Wine and Cocktail Menu
The updated Diamond experience also includes a separate beverage menu featuring wines and exclusive Carnival Rewards cocktails.
Sparkling and White Wines
The wine list begins with one sparkling selection:
• Prosecco – Bottega Gold, Italy
Three white wines are offered:
• Pinot Grigio – Mezzacorona, Italy
• Sauvignon Blanc – Invivo by Sarah Jessica Parker, New Zealand
• Chardonnay – Gerard Bertrand, France
Sweet Wines
Two sweeter wine selections appear on the menu:
• Moscato – Roscato, Italy
• Riesling – Leonard Kreusch, Germany
Red Wines
The red wine selection includes:
• Pinot Noir – Cavit, Italy
• Merlot – Columbia Crest, Washington
• Cabernet Sauvignon – Castle Rock, Paso Robles, California
Carnival Rewards Exclusive Cocktails
One of the most interesting additions is the collection of cocktails created around Carnival Rewards and loyalty-themed names.
Nine cocktails appear on the menu.
Carnival Rewards Fun Ship
The Carnival Rewards Fun Ship combines Flor de Caña Rum, Skyy Vodka, Amaretto, Apricot Brandy, orange juice, pineapple juice, margarita mix and grenadine.
Diamond on the Beach
Diamond on the Beach features Skyy Vodka, Peach Schnapps, orange juice and cranberry juice.
Stargartita
The Stargartita combines El Jimador Tequila, Triple Sec, lime juice, agave and margarita mix.
Private Island Iced Tea
The Private Island Iced Tea combines Flor de Caña Rum, Skyy Vodka, Beefeater Gin, 1800 Tequila, Triple Sec, margarita mix and Coca-Cola.
The Perfect Perk
The Perfect Perk is made with Peach Schnapps, mango puree and dragon fruit syrup.
Bloody Good Benefits
Bloody Good Benefits combines Skyy Vodka with Filthy bloody Mary mix.
Members Only Mocha
Members Only Mocha is a dessert-style cocktail made with Bacardi Superior Rum, Irish Cream, Butterscotch Schnapps, ice cream mix and Chocolate Liqueur.
Milestone Mojito
The Milestone Mojito combines Bacardi Superior Rum, lime juice, lemon juice, sugar syrup and club soda.
The name is particularly fitting under Carnival Rewards, which continues to recognize cruising milestones based on days sailed.
Chocolata Rewards Martini
The Chocolata Rewards Martini combines Skyy Vodka, Chocolate Liqueur, Irish Cream and vodka.
What Changed From the Old VIFP Diamond Program?
The most obvious change is the branding. Carnival officially retired the VIFP Club name on September 1, 2026, replacing it with Carnival Rewards.
That means passengers searching for the Carnival VIFP Diamond dinner may now see the experience presented under the Carnival Rewards name instead.
The new program also changes how loyalty status is earned. Rather than relying on the former VIFP structure, Carnival Rewards uses Status Qualifying Stars, with eligible Carnival spending earning Stars toward status.
However, Carnival protected existing Diamond members during the transition. Guests who achieved VIFP Diamond by August 31, 2026, can receive lifetime Carnival Rewards Diamond status after enrolling.
This September 2026 menu therefore represents the new Carnival Rewards era rather than the previous VIFP Club branding.
Is This the Regular Carnival Main Dining Room Menu?
No. The menu specifically identifies the meal as an exclusive dining experience for Carnival Rewards Diamond members.
It should not be confused with Carnival’s regular main dining room dinner menus, which contain a different selection of appetizers, entrées and desserts.
The Diamond menu also has its own beverage selection with Carnival Rewards-themed cocktails that are not presented as part of the regular dinner menu shown here.
FAQ: Carnival Rewards Diamond Dinner
Is the Carnival VIFP Diamond dinner still available?
Carnival replaced the VIFP Club with Carnival Rewards on September 1, 2026. The menu shown here is branded as an exclusive dining experience for Carnival Rewards Diamond members.
Is this the updated Carnival Diamond dinner menu?
Yes. The menu shown here carries the new Carnival Rewards branding following the September 2026 launch of Carnival Rewards. This article was updated in September 2026 to reflect the new menu.
What appetizers are on the Carnival Rewards Diamond menu?
The menu includes Lump Crab Cake, Sweet & Sticky Pork Ribs, Spicy Tuna Sushi Roll, Roasted Wild Mushroom Soup, Tomato & Gorgonzola and Classic Romaine Caesar.
What entrées are available?
The five main courses shown are Chilean Sea Bass, Farm Chicken, Broiled Filet Mignon, Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb and Cheese Ravioli.
What desserts are available?
Desserts include Red Velvet Pudding, Salted Caramel Carrot Cake, Mango Strawberry Sorbet and Fresh Fruit.
Does the Carnival Rewards Diamond menu include cocktails?
The accompanying beverage menu features nine exclusive cocktails, including Diamond on the Beach, Carnival Rewards Fun Ship, Stargartita, Private Island Iced Tea, The Perfect Perk, Bloody Good Benefits, Members Only Mocha, Milestone Mojito and Chocolata Rewards Martini.
Are wines available?
The menu shows Prosecco along with Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Moscato, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Are prices listed on the Diamond menu?
No prices are displayed on the menu provided here. This article therefore does not assume or assign prices to any of the food, wine or cocktail selections.
What happened to existing VIFP Diamond members?
According to Carnival’s transition rules, guests who earned VIFP Diamond status by August 31, 2026, receive lifetime Carnival Rewards Diamond status after enrolling in Carnival Rewards.
Final Thoughts
September 2026 marks a major change for Carnival’s loyalty program, and this newly updated Diamond menu is one of the clearest examples of the transition from VIFP Club to Carnival Rewards.
The exclusive dinner offers six appetizers, five entrées and four desserts, with selections ranging from Lump Crab Cake and Spicy Tuna Sushi Roll to Chilean Sea Bass, Filet Mignon and Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb. The separate beverage menu adds a full wine selection and nine Carnival Rewards-themed cocktails.
For Diamond members sailing after the launch of Carnival Rewards, this is the updated menu to expect based on the materials shown here. As with any cruise dining offering, individual menu items and availability can change, so passengers should confirm the current offering once onboard.
