Night 1 - Main Dining Room Dinner Menu

Carnival Cruise Line

Carnival Cruise Line's Main Dining Room menu for the first night offers a diverse selection of appetizers, entrées, and desserts to suit various tastes. Appetizers include options like shrimp cocktail and roasted tomato soup, while main courses feature dishes such as 12-hour braised short rib and Szechuan shrimp. Dessert choices include classics like cheesecake and Carnival's signature melting chocolate cake.

 
 

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Main Dining Room Experience

Dining in Carnival Cruise Line’s main dining rooms is designed to offer a variety of meal options and a flexible dining experience for guests. The menu changes nightly, featuring a range of appetizers, main courses, and desserts to accommodate different tastes and dietary preferences. Guests often share tables with other travelers, providing a chance to meet new people and engage in conversation. The dining staff aim to provide consistent service, ensuring meals are served efficiently and guests’ needs are met throughout the evening.

The menu includes options like vegetarian dishes, healthier selections, and classic favorites to appeal to a broad audience. Guests can also celebrate special occasions, with desserts and songs provided by the staff upon request. Sharing a table with other guests adds a social element to the dining experience, making it a common feature of Carnival’s main dining room service. This setup allows guests to enjoy both the food and the opportunity to interact with fellow cruisers.

Night 1 Menu

STARTERS

  • Pappardelle with Braised Lamb – Tomato cream sauce, garlic, parsley

  • Roasted Duck Rolls – Rice paper, scallions, sweet garlic sauce

  • Shrimp Cocktail – Cocktail sauce

  • Seasonal Mixed Lettuce – Tomato, cucumber, carrots, scallions

  • Caesar Salad – House-made dressing, Parmesan

  • Roasted Tomato Soup – Honey, olive oil, mint, basil

  • Wild Rice, Gruyere, and Country Chicken Soup – Dijon mustard, chives, sage

  • Bonsai Sushi Ship (For 2, $26.00) – California roll, Bang Bang Bonsai roll, 6 pcs assorted sushi (tuna, salmon, shrimp)

EMERIL SELECTS

Appetizer

  • Crawfish Strudel – Savory baked phyllo, sweet corn remoulade

Main

  • BBQ Salmon – Andouille potato hash, house-made Worcestershire, fried onion rings

MAINS

  • Szechuan Shrimp – Scallions, garlic, angel hair noodles, peppers, bok choy

  • Cornish Game Hen – Roasted root vegetables, pan gravy

  • 12-Hour Braised Short Rib – Green beans, chive mashed potatoes, truffle au jus

  • Pappardelle with Braised Lamb – Tomato cream sauce, garlic, parsley

  • Vegetable Wellington – Tomatoes, roasted peppers, mushrooms, feta cheese

  • Featured Indian Vegetarian – Vegetable korma, masala eggplant, cumin rice

FEATURED SALAD

  • Ultimate Cobb Salad – Chicken, bacon, egg, lettuce, onion, avocado, blue cheese, red wine vinaigrette

EVERYDAY

  • Grilled Chicken Breast – Garlic & herbs, buttered vegetables, roasted potato

  • Broiled Striploin Steak* – Creamy peppercorn sauce, buttered vegetables, roasted potato

  • Sauces: Chimichurri, Béarnaise, Peppercorn

STEAKHOUSE SELECTION

Great seafood and premium-aged USDA beef, seasoned and broiled.
A surcharge of $23 applies to each entrée.

  • Surf & Turf* – Lobster tail & grilled filet mignon

  • Broiled Filet Mignon* – 9 oz. premium aged beef

  • New York Striploin* – 14 oz. of the favorite cut for steak lovers

  • Grilled Lamb Chops* – Double cut, lamb au jus

DESSERT

  • Cheesecake – Strawberry sauce

  • Navel Orange Cake – Citrus gel (no added sugar)

  • Carnival Melting Chocolate Cake

  • Fresh Tropical Fruit

  • Selection of Ice Cream & Sorbet

  • Cheese Plate

Please inform your server if you have any food allergies

*Public health advisory: consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

18% service will automatically be added to your order. A surcharge of $5.00 for a third entree or more applies