Carnival Cruise Line is implementing new dining room dinner menus on ships throughout 2026. As of July 2026, some ships in the fleet have the new menus. Roll-Out Schedule Note: This post will share some of the new main dining room menus from my July 2026 Carnival Dream cruise which was 6 nights. Not all ships have the new menus yet and therefore you may not see these if depending on the ship you cruise on.
Most items served in the Main Dining Room are complimentary and you can generally have multiple appetizers or desserts if you would like. You can get two main courses complimentary, but any additional courses will cost $5 per main course. Any items that are an additional charge will be reflected on the menu and the charge will be made to your Sail & Sign card onboard spending account.
Last Updated: 7/19/2026
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. You can get two main courses complimentary, but any additional courses will cost $5 per main course. Any items that are an additional charge will be reflected on the menu and the charge will be made to your Sail & Sign card onboard spending account.
Last Updated: 7/19/2026
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 - Welcome Aboard Menu
This menu is typically served on the first night of the cruise. Click any menu photo to make it larger!
This menu is typically served on the first night of the cruise. Click any menu photo to make it larger!
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Menu 2 - First Cruise Elegant Evening
This is the elegant evening (formal night) dining menu for shorter cruises that have one elegant evening. On longer cruises (6+ days) this is the first elegant evening's menu. Lobster is not complimentary on this menu set. Click any menu photo to make it larger!
This is the elegant evening (formal night) dining menu for shorter cruises that have one elegant evening. On longer cruises (6+ days) this is the first elegant evening's menu. Lobster is not complimentary on this menu set. Click any menu photo to make it larger!
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Menu 3
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Menu 4
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Menu 5 - Second Cruise Elegant Evening
These are the new menus for the second elegant evening on longer cruises. Carnival includes lobster tail as one of the included entrees that guests can choose on this menu set. Click any menu photo to make it larger!
These are the new menus for the second elegant evening on longer cruises. Carnival includes lobster tail as one of the included entrees that guests can choose on this menu set. Click any menu photo to make it larger!
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Menu 6 - Memories and Farewell Menu
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