Bonsai Sushi on Carnival Vista Carnival Cruise's Bonsai Sushi is an onboard restaurant that serves sushi, sashimi, rolls, seafood items, and more. Bonsai Sushi is a sit-down restaurant onboard that serves guests with table service. This venue has a charge per item and the price depends on the particular item being ordered. Within this post I take a look at Carnival's Bonsai Sushi menu and prices (as of November 2023) and further discuss some information about Carnival's Bonsai Sushi venue.
Please Note: Bonsai Sushi is a sit-down venue, but some Carnival ships have a to-go only venue called Bonsai Sushi Express. These have different menus with some overlap. This post focuses on Bonsai Sushi (the sit-down restaurant version).
Please Note: Bonsai Sushi is a sit-down venue, but some Carnival ships have a to-go only venue called Bonsai Sushi Express. These have different menus with some overlap. This post focuses on Bonsai Sushi (the sit-down restaurant version).
Carnival Bonsai Sushi Menu
Below is the menu from my Carnival Breeze cruise in November 2023 with the prices that were in effect at the time. Please keep in mind menu availability could vary and prices are subject to change.
Appetizers
$5 each
Salmon Tiradito
blue cheese cream, dashi infused citrus tea
Tuna & Mango Tartare
tama miso sauce, tobiko, and cilantro
Kakuni
slow braised beef short ribs, caramelized onion and teriyaki sauce
$5 each
Salmon Tiradito
blue cheese cream, dashi infused citrus tea
Tuna & Mango Tartare
tama miso sauce, tobiko, and cilantro
Kakuni
slow braised beef short ribs, caramelized onion and teriyaki sauce
Soup & Salad
Bonsai Noodle Salad
ginger, sake, cold rice noodles, tomatoes, mushrooms, chilled tomato dressing
Side Salad
mixed field greens with home-made ginger-carrot dressing
Miso Soup
white miso soup silken tofu, scallions, garnished with daikon and nori
Bonsai Noodle Salad
ginger, sake, cold rice noodles, tomatoes, mushrooms, chilled tomato dressing
Side Salad
mixed field greens with home-made ginger-carrot dressing
Miso Soup
white miso soup silken tofu, scallions, garnished with daikon and nori
Sushi / Sashimi
$2 per piece
Ebi
shrimp
Sake
salmon
Maguro
yellow fin tuna
Hamachi
amberjack
$2 per piece
Ebi
shrimp
Sake
salmon
Maguro
yellow fin tuna
Hamachi
amberjack
Rolls
$6 per roll
California Roll
crab, avocado, cucumber, sesame, tobiko mayo
Spicy Tuna
spicy tuna, tempura flakes, asparagus, tobiko, yukon gold potato straws, spicy mayo
$8 per roll
Bang Bang Bonsai Roll
salmon, cucumber, spicy tobiko, crab, shrimp, wasabi mustard
Tempura Roll
fried shrimp, cucumber, tenka, yuzu mayo, avocado, bonsai sushi sauce
$6 per roll
California Roll
crab, avocado, cucumber, sesame, tobiko mayo
Spicy Tuna
spicy tuna, tempura flakes, asparagus, tobiko, yukon gold potato straws, spicy mayo
$8 per roll
Bang Bang Bonsai Roll
salmon, cucumber, spicy tobiko, crab, shrimp, wasabi mustard
Tempura Roll
fried shrimp, cucumber, tenka, yuzu mayo, avocado, bonsai sushi sauce
Chef's Specials
Bento Box - $12
miso soup, side salad, california roll, 3 pieces sushi (tuna, salmon, shrimp)
Ship For 2 - $28
miso soup, side salad, bang bang bonsai roll, california roll, 6 pcs sushi (2 tuna, 2 salmon, 2 shrimp)
Bento Box - $12
miso soup, side salad, california roll, 3 pieces sushi (tuna, salmon, shrimp)
Ship For 2 - $28
miso soup, side salad, bang bang bonsai roll, california roll, 6 pcs sushi (2 tuna, 2 salmon, 2 shrimp)
Poke Bowls
$8 each
Salmon
Tuna
steamed rice, nori chips, cucumber, edamame
$8 each
Salmon
Tuna
steamed rice, nori chips, cucumber, edamame
Dessert
$3 each
Green Tea Cupcake
Yuzu Cupcake
yuzu custard with konbu rice and sesame biscuit
$3 each
Green Tea Cupcake
Yuzu Cupcake
yuzu custard with konbu rice and sesame biscuit
Bonsai Sushi Tips & Information
What ships have Bonsai Sushi available as a sit-down restaurant?
The following ships have Bonsai Sushi onboard: Carnival Breeze, Carnival Celebration, Carnival Dream, Carnival Horizon, Carnival Jubilee, Carnival Legend, Carnival Panorama, Carnival Pride, Carnival Radiance, Carnival Spirit, Carnival Sunrise, Carnival Sunshine, Carnival Venezia, Carnival Vista, and Mardi Gras. Bonsai Sushi is scheduled to be on the Carnival Firenze when the ship joins the Carnival fleet in 2024.
The following ships have Bonsai Sushi onboard: Carnival Breeze, Carnival Celebration, Carnival Dream, Carnival Horizon, Carnival Jubilee, Carnival Legend, Carnival Panorama, Carnival Pride, Carnival Radiance, Carnival Spirit, Carnival Sunrise, Carnival Sunshine, Carnival Venezia, Carnival Vista, and Mardi Gras. Bonsai Sushi is scheduled to be on the Carnival Firenze when the ship joins the Carnival fleet in 2024.
When is Bonsai Sushi open on Carnival ships?
Typically, Bonsai Sushi is open for dinner each night of the cruise. When the ship is at sea typically Bonsai Sushi is open for lunch, but is not open at lunch on port of call days.
Typically, Bonsai Sushi is open for dinner each night of the cruise. When the ship is at sea typically Bonsai Sushi is open for lunch, but is not open at lunch on port of call days.
Am I allowed to order more than one course at Bonsai Sushi for my meal price?
The menu items at Bonsai Sushi are priced ala carte. You are charged for each dish you order. For example, if you order 2 Green Tea Cupcakes you will be charged $6 ($3 each x 2 cupcakes).
The menu items at Bonsai Sushi are priced ala carte. You are charged for each dish you order. For example, if you order 2 Green Tea Cupcakes you will be charged $6 ($3 each x 2 cupcakes).
Does Bonsai Sushi have a dress code?
Carnival does not have a dress code written for Bonsai Sushi online. However, guests should check onboard to verify there is no dress code requirement in place for a particular meal.
Carnival does not have a dress code written for Bonsai Sushi online. However, guests should check onboard to verify there is no dress code requirement in place for a particular meal.
Is Bonsai Sushi the same venue as Bonsai Teppanyaki?
These two venues are separate. Bonsai Sushi and Bonsai Teppanyaki are not the same thing!
These two venues are separate. Bonsai Sushi and Bonsai Teppanyaki are not the same thing!
Are gratuities added at Bonsai Sushi?
Carnival's website states that an 18% service gratuity will be added to the ala carte purchases at Bonsai Sushi. However, you can give additional gratuity if you feel inclined.
Carnival's website states that an 18% service gratuity will be added to the ala carte purchases at Bonsai Sushi. However, you can give additional gratuity if you feel inclined.
Are reservations at Bonsai Sushi required?
No, there is not a requirement to have a reservation to eat at Bonsai Sushi onboard.
No, there is not a requirement to have a reservation to eat at Bonsai Sushi onboard.
For guests cruising on a Carnival Cruise ship with Bonsai Sushi, I hope you enjoy! Menu is subject to change at any time and further this venue may no longer be complimentary if Carnival decides to make an operational change. If you have food allergies or dietary restrictions please do not use any information on this website to make any decisions about whether this item is suitable for your consumption because this information may not include all ingredients or facts related to food dishes Consult Carnival to discuss ingredients and to make sure the food item is able to be consumed by you. Food items, menus, and the way a dish is prepared can vary greatly. Additionally, please note that onboard amenities and dining options are subject to change due to a variety of factors.