Carnival Cruise Line's Main Dining Room dinner experience is a highlight for many guests while onboard a cruise. Carnival's 5 night cruises have 5 rotating dining room menus including one 1 formal night (cruise elegant) evening during the cruise. This post will share Carnival 5 night cruise menus with food pictures for most nights.
Most items served in the Main Dining Room are complimentary and you can generally have multiple appetizers or desserts if you would like. After two entrees Carnival will charge you $5 per additional entrees (this is based on per person). Any items that are an additional charge will have a price or $ sign on the menu and the charge will be made to your Sail & Sign card onboard spending account. As of June 2025, these menus are still being served on Carnival Cruise ships. Most of the images on here are of food dishes from my cruises prior to 2025, but the menus and food dishes are still being served.
Last Updated: 06/29/2025
General Reminder Regarding Menus: Please note, menus are subject to change at any time as supplies and staffing can dictate which menu items are able to served. Additionally, please note that the exact presentation & ingredients that come with a certain dish are subject to change. If you have allergies or cannot eat a certain ingredient please consult with Carnival to determine if a dish is suitable for your consumption (it's always better to be safe than sorry so please be careful to avoid a serious allergic reaction or other issue).
Most items served in the Main Dining Room are complimentary and you can generally have multiple appetizers or desserts if you would like. After two entrees Carnival will charge you $5 per additional entrees (this is based on per person). Any items that are an additional charge will have a price or $ sign on the menu and the charge will be made to your Sail & Sign card onboard spending account. As of June 2025, these menus are still being served on Carnival Cruise ships. Most of the images on here are of food dishes from my cruises prior to 2025, but the menus and food dishes are still being served.
Last Updated: 06/29/2025
General Reminder Regarding Menus: Please note, menus are subject to change at any time as supplies and staffing can dictate which menu items are able to served. Additionally, please note that the exact presentation & ingredients that come with a certain dish are subject to change. If you have allergies or cannot eat a certain ingredient please consult with Carnival to determine if a dish is suitable for your consumption (it's always better to be safe than sorry so please be careful to avoid a serious allergic reaction or other issue).
Menu #1:
This is the menu typically served on the first night of the cruise.
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This is the menu typically served on the first night of the cruise.
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 Bread |  Appetizer: Shrimp Cocktail |
 Appetizer: Caesar Salad |  Entree: Szechuan Shrimp |
 Entree: Cornish Game Hen |  Dessert: Cheesecake |
Formal Night (Cruise Elegant Evening) Menu:
This is the menu typically served on the 5 night cruise's first and only formal night. Formal night is typically the second night of the cruise.
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Note: Lobster is not complimentary on 4 & 5 night cruises in the main dining room. However, lobster is typically available for purchase on the Steakhouse Selections section of the menu.
This is the menu typically served on the 5 night cruise's first and only formal night. Formal night is typically the second night of the cruise.
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Note: Lobster is not complimentary on 4 & 5 night cruises in the main dining room. However, lobster is typically available for purchase on the Steakhouse Selections section of the menu.
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 Bread |  Appetizer: Spinach Salad |
 Appetizer: Shrimp Cocktail |  Appetizer: Grilled Chicken Breast |
 Main Course: Broiled Striploin Steak (with a side baked potato added to order) |  Dessert: Butter Pecan Ice Cream |
 Dessert: Banana Split (From Kid's Menu) |
Menu #3:
This is the menu typically served on either the 3rd or 4th night of the cruise. Typically it depends on the chef's choice of which night to serve the menu on and may be dependent on the ship's location/itinerary for the cruise.
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This is the menu typically served on either the 3rd or 4th night of the cruise. Typically it depends on the chef's choice of which night to serve the menu on and may be dependent on the ship's location/itinerary for the cruise.
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 Bread |  Appetizer: Stuffed Mushrooms |
 Appetizer: Vine Ripened Tomatoes and Chopped Lettuce |  Appetizer: Shrimp Cocktail |
 Appetizer: Caesar Salad |  Entree: Fried Mississippi Catfish |
 Entree: Chicken Parmigiana |  Dessert: Banana Split (From Kid's Menu) |
Menu #4:
This is the menu typically served on either the 3rd or 4th night of the cruise. Typically it depends on the chef's choice of which night to serve the menu on and may be dependent on the ship's location/itinerary for the cruise.
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This is the menu typically served on either the 3rd or 4th night of the cruise. Typically it depends on the chef's choice of which night to serve the menu on and may be dependent on the ship's location/itinerary for the cruise.
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 Appetizer: Broccoli and Cheddar Cheese Soup |  Appetizer: Shrimp Cocktail |
 Appetizer: Hawaiian Shrimp Poke |  Appetizer: BBQ Beef Spring Rolls |
 Appetizer: Girod Street Salad |  Entree: Southern Fried Chicken |
 Entree: Eggplant Cutlet A La Parmigiana |  Entree: Roasted Sirloin of Beef |
 Dessert: Banana Creme Pie |  Dessert: Butter Pecan Ice Cream |
Menu #5:
This menu is typically served on the last night of the cruise.
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This menu is typically served on the last night of the cruise.
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 Bread |  Appetizer: Fried Tomatoes |
 Appetizer: Penne Mariscos |  Appetizer: Caesar Salad |
 Entree: Enchiladas |  Dessert: Baked Alaska |
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Have a great 5 night Carnival Cruise!
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