Carnival Celebration Restaurants Menu for 2026 with Tips

During my recent Carnival Celebration sailing, I personally tried different dining spots, went through the menus, and paid attention to what each restaurant had to offer. I was impressed by the variety of food and dining choices available throughout the ship. 

In this guide, I’m sharing what I found and experienced onboard, along with the Carnival Celebration restaurants menu, locations, food options, and prices where available. I’ve included the details I found most useful while dining on the ship, so you can get a realistic idea of what to expect before your own cruise. 

I’ll keep updating this guide as Carnival Celebration dining menus, prices, and offerings change, making it easier for you to explore the restaurants onboard and plan where you want to eat during your sailing. 

Carnival Celebration Complimentary Restaurants Menu

Carnival Celebration offers several complimentary dining venues included in the cruise fare. These options cover everything from full meals to quick snacks and casual dining throughout the day. 

For a full meal, guests can dine at the Main Dining Room or Lido Marketplace. For something quick and casual, there are several other options, including Miami Slice for pizza, BlueIguana Cantina for Mexican favorites, and Shaq’s Big Chicken for chicken dishes. 

You can also stop by Deco Deli for deli-style sandwiches or check out Street Eats for a variety of casual options. 

Below, you can explore the Carnival Celebration complimentary dining menus and see what each venue offers. 

Main Dining Room

Carnival Celebration has two Main Dining Room venues, Carnivale Restaurant and Festivale Restaurant. Both serve the same rotating dinner menu, so the food selection is generally the same regardless of which dining room you use.

Carnivale Restaurant is the smaller venue on Deck 6 and primarily serves guests with Assigned Dining. Festivale Restaurant is larger and spans Decks 6 and 7, with Assigned Dining on Deck 6 and Your Time Dining on Deck 7.

Festivale also serves breakfast on port days from 7:00 to 9:00 AM. On sea days, breakfast is replaced by Sea Day Brunch, served from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM.

For dinner, guests can select early dining around 5:00 PM, late dining around 7:45 PM, or Your Time Dining between 5:00 and 9:00 PM.

On the second Elegant Night, the dinner menu typically includes lobster, although menus can vary depending on the sailing.

Carnival also allows guests to order a second entrée at no additional charge in the Main Dining Room. A third entrée costs $5, and this policy applies to regular entrées as well as lobster.

Here, you can check the Carnival Celebration Main Dining Room menus for breakfast, seaday brunch, dinner, kids, vegan, and gluten-free options.

Lido Marketplace

Lido Marketplace is the go-to buffet on Carnival Celebration, serving a changing selection of food from morning through late evening. 

Breakfast is served from 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM and includes eggs, fruit, pancakes, waffles, breakfast meats, pastries, and other morning favorites. Lunch runs from 12:00 to 3:30 PM with rotating hot dishes, salads, soups, desserts, shawarma, and Seadogs. 

Dinner is available from around 6:00 to 9:30 PM, featuring options such as pasta, steak, chicken, salads, desserts, and a daily Chef’s Special. 

Coffee, hot tea, and lemonade are complimentary throughout the day. Juice is also available at breakfast, while soda costs extra but is covered by an applicable beverage package. 

Here are the Carnival Celebration Lido Marketplace menus for breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts, and late-night snacks. 

Street Eats

Located on Deck 16 by the pool, Street Eats features three food stalls called Steam Dream, Mad Sizzle, and Time Fries. Each one serves a different specialty, with the food choices changing from day to day. Time Fries also serves chicken wings for an additional charge. 

On sea days, Street Eats is open from 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM. On port days, these stalls operate between 1:00 and 5:00 PM, depending on the daily schedule. 

Here are all the Street Eats menus:

ChiBang!

You’ll find ChiBang! on Deck 8, where the menu brings Mexican and Chinese cuisine together in one place. The first meal at ChiBang! is included in the cruise fare. Additional visits cost $8 per person. Lunch is available on sea days from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM, while dinner is served every evening from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM. 

Here are the ChiBang! menus:

Guy’s Pig & Anchor

For barbecue and smokehouse-style food, Guy’s Pig & Anchor is a casual dining spot on Carnival Celebration. The venue serves different menus throughout the day, with options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 

On sea days, breakfast is served from around 7:30 to 10:30 AM and includes classic morning favorites. Lunch follows from 12:00 to 2:30 PM in a casual buffet-style setting near the waterfront. 

In the evening, Guy’s Pig & Anchor Smokehouse | Brewhouse offers relaxed sit-down dining from 5:30 to 9:30 PM. 

Here are the Guy’s Pig & Anchor menus:

Cucina del Capitano

Cucina del Capitano is Carnival Celebration’s Italian dining spot, located on Deck 8. The menu focuses on Italian favorites and offers a relaxed alternative to the ship’s other complimentary dining venues. 

Lunch is complimentary and available on sea days from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. For dinner, the first visit is complimentary on Carnival Celebration and other ExcelClass ships. Additional dinner visits cost $8 per person. Dinner is served nightly from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM. 

Here are the Cucina del Capitano menus:

BlueIguana Cantina

BlueIguana Cantina is a complimentary Mexican dining option on Deck 16, serving breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks.

Breakfast is available from 7:30 to 10:30 AM with daily rotating specials. Lunch follows from 12:00 to 2:30 PM and also includes rotating daily specials. Later in the day, the cantina offers afternoon snacks from 3:00 to 6:00 PM on sea days and 4:00 to 6:00 PM on port days.

Here are the BlueIguana Cantina menus:

Deco Deli

Deco Deli is a complimentary spot for deli-style sandwiches, hot dogs, soups, and salads. It is located on Deck 8 near Miami Slice.

On embarkation day, it is open from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM. On regular cruise days, it is open from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Here is the Deco Deli menu:

Miami Slice

Miami Slice is a complimentary pizza spot on Deck 8 in the 820 Biscayne area of Carnival Celebration. Guests can grab a fresh slice or order a personal-sized pizza at the counter.

It is a casual grab-and-go option, with nearby seating available for those who want to eat there.

On embarkation day, Miami Slice is open from 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM. On regular cruise days, it operates from 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM.

Here is the Miami Slice menu:

Shaq’s Big Chicken

Shaq’s Big Chicken is a complimentary quick-service spot on Deck 16 near the pool, created by NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal.

It is open from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, starting with breakfast service and then switching to lunch later in the day.

Here is the Shaq’s Big Chicken menu:

Bagels at Sea

Bagels at Sea offers freshly baked bagels with a selection of spreads at no additional charge.

On Carnival Celebration, it is served at Street Eats on Deck 16 from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM during breakfast hours.

Here is the Bagels at Sea menu:

Guy’s Burger Joint

Guy’s Burger Joint is a complimentary dining choice for a casual meal by the pool, located on Deck 17. The menu centers around freshly grilled burgers served with hand-cut fries.

Guests can add their preferred toppings from the toppings bar, while the fries are seasoned with Guy Fieri’s signature seasoning. Guy’s Burger Joint serves lunch daily from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Here is the Guy’s Burger Joint menu:

Fresh Creations

Guests looking for a lighter lunch can head to Fresh Creations on Deck 18. This complimentary salad bar is located within Carnival Celebration’s Serenity Adults Only Retreat and lets you put together a meal from a range of fresh salad choices. Lunch is served on sea days from 12:00 to 2:30 PM. 

Here are the Fresh Creations menus:

Swirls

Carnival Celebration has three Swirls stations, making it easy to grab a frozen treat in different areas of the ship. You can find one inside Heroes Tribute Lounge on Deck 8 aft, another on Deck 16 aft, and the third on Deck 17 midship.

Swirls offer complimentary self-service soft-serve ice cream and frozen yogurt. Chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry are among the available flavors, and you can mix them together to create your own combination.

The stations generally start serving around 11:00 AM, with some locations remaining open until midnight.

Carnival Celebration Specialty Restaurants Menu

For guests who want to try something beyond the complimentary dining options, Carnival Celebration has several specialty restaurants available for an additional fee. Each venue offers its own menu and dining style.

Making a reservation in advance is recommended for these Carnival Celebration dining options, particularly for popular venues and preferred dining times.

Below, you can explore the Carnival Celebration specialty dining menus and see what each venue offers.

Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse

Fahrenheit 555 is the specialty steakhouse on Carnival Celebration, located on Deck 7. The restaurant features an open kitchen and offers a dedicated dinner menu for guests who want to enjoy premium steaks along with a selection of seafood options.

Dining costs $52 per adult and $15 per child, with the child rate available for guests ages 11 and under. Dinner is served every evening from 5:30 PM until around 9:30 or 10:00 PM. Reservations are recommended.

Here are the Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse menus:

Emeril’s Bistro 1397

Emeril’s Bistro 1397 brings New Orleans-inspired flavors to Carnival Celebration. Located on Deck 6, this specialty restaurant serves meals throughout the day, with each menu item charged separately.

The offerings vary depending on the meal period. Breakfast focuses on Creole-style dishes, while the lunch and dinner menus feature seafood along with other New Orleans favorites.

Breakfast is available from 8:00 to 10:30 AM, followed by sea-day lunch from 12:00 to 4:00 PM. Dinner service begins around 4:00 PM and runs until 9:00 or 10:00 PM. No reservation is required, so guests can visit whenever they are ready to eat.

Here are the Emeril’s Bistro 1397 menus:

Masala Tiger

Masala Tiger serves Indian-inspired dishes for both lunch and dinner, making it an option for guests looking for something different from the ship’s regular dining choices. The restaurant follows an à la carte menu, with both meals available for an additional charge.

On embarkation day, the restaurant is open from 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM. On regular sea days, it is open from 12:00 PM to 9:30 PM.

Here are the Masala Tiger menus:

Rudi’s Seagrill

Rudi’s Seagrill is a specialty restaurant on Deck 8, created in partnership with Chef Rudi Sodamin. The menu focuses on seafood, making it a good choice for guests who enjoy seafood dishes, while a few other options are also available.

The cost is $52 per adult and $15 for children ages 11 and under. Dinner is served nightly from 5:30 to 9:30 PM, and reservations are recommended.

Here are the Rudi’s Seagrill menus:

Bonsai Teppanyaki

Located on Deck 8, Bonsai Teppanyaki offers a Japanese hibachi-style meal where chefs prepare and cook the food at the table. The restaurant serves a multi-course menu at a set price, with lunch costing $39 and dinner priced at $49.

Lunch is available on sea days from 12:00 to 3:00 PM. Dinner service runs every night from 5:30 to 10:00 PM.

Since the restaurant has a limited number of hibachi tables, reservations are recommended in advance.

Here are the Bonsai Teppanyaki menus:

Bonsai Sushi

Guests looking for Japanese dishes can visit Bonsai Sushi on Deck 8. The restaurant follows à la carte pricing, so each dish is charged separately based on what you order.

 Sea day lunch is available from 12:00 to 2:30 PM. For dinner, Bonsai Sushi opens daily from 5:00 PM and continues service until midnight.

Here are the Bonsai Sushi menus:

Seafood Shack

Guests can find Seafood Shack on Deck 16 near Street Eats and BlueIguana Cantina. This casual venue serves seafood from a counter, making it different from the ship’s traditional sit-down restaurants. 

Seafood is available with à la carte pricing, meaning you pay separately for each item you order. The opening hours can change depending on the day, but it is generally open from 11:00 AM until 10:30 PM. 

Here is the Seafood Shack menu:

Carnival Kitchen

Carnival Kitchen on Deck 6 gives guests the chance to take part in a hands-on cooking class during their Carnival Celebration cruise. Each class includes a personal cooking station where guests prepare dishes with guidance from a professional chef and then enjoy the food they have made.

The class selection includes Pit Grill and Smoke, Mission Masala Tiger, Bake Shop & Pie Town, Emeril’s Favorites, El Fuego, Pasta Masters, Sushi 101, and other culinary themes. Prices range from $47 to $67 per person.

Classes are held every day except embarkation day, including both sea days and port days. Class times depend on the theme, and some sessions last around 1 to 2 hours.

Reservations are required, and spaces are limited, so booking in advance is recommended.

Here is the Carnival Kitchen menu:

JavaBlue Café

JavaBlue Café is located on Deck 6 and serves specialty coffee, tea, milkshakes, and light snacks on Carnival Celebration. The menu includes both complimentary choices and items available for an additional charge.

Breakfast starts around 6:30 AM on port days and 7:00 AM on sea days. Morning choices include pastries, muffins, breakfast sandwiches, fresh fruit, and other breakfast favorites.

During the day, guests can enjoy complimentary salads, sandwiches, and wraps. Specialty coffees, milkshakes, floats, donuts, cookies, cupcakes, cakes, muffins, and other sweet treats are available for an additional charge. 

Here are the JavaBlue Café menus:

Empanada & Pie

Empanada & Pie is a casual food spot on Deck 16 aft, offering a selection of empanadas with dips along with different types of pie.

The venue uses à la carte pricing, so guests pay separately for each item they order. It is open daily from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Here is the Empanada & Pie menu:

The Chef’s Table

The Chef’s Table offers a special dining experience on Carnival Celebration, hosted by the ship’s Master Executive Chef. The evening begins with a champagne toast and hors d’oeuvres for a small group of around 12 to 16 guests, followed by a guided galley tour.

The experience costs between $95 and $124 per adult and includes a multi-course dinner.  Dinner is held from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Seating is limited, so reservations are recommended in advance.

Here is the Chef’s Table menu:

Donuts & Beignets

Guests on Carnival Celebration can stop by Street Eats for freshly prepared donuts, beignets, and churros. These items are made to order and come at an additional cost.

The breakfast service is located on Deck 16 and runs from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Here is the Donuts & Beignets menu:

Thing 1 & Thing 2 Birthday Breakfast

Carnival Celebration features a special Thing 1 & Thing 2 Birthday Breakfast at Carnivale Restaurant, bringing the playful Dr. Seuss theme to the dining experience. The breakfast is available for $15 per adult and $10 per child.

This themed breakfast is offered once during the cruise on the final sea day and runs from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Here is the Thing 1 & Thing 2 Birthday Breakfast menu:

Carnival Cruise Room Service

If you want food delivered directly to your cabin, Carnival’s room service is available throughout the day and night. The menu is divided into a complimentary breakfast section and a separate selection of paid items.

Breakfast service runs from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM. During these hours, guests can get coffee, tea, pastries, cereal, yogurt, fresh fruit, milk, and juice at no additional cost. Breakfast sandwiches and other à la carte selections can also be ordered for an extra charge.

The menu changes after breakfast, with paid room service choices available from 10:00 AM through 6:00 AM the next morning. Options include pan pizza, salads, sandwiches, chicken wings, quesadillas, chicken tenders, desserts, and more. Individual items cost between $5 and $8.

Carnival also adds a 20% gratuity to each room service order.

Here are the Carnival Room Service menus:

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