Utopia of the Seas Dining Guide

A complete guide to the restaurants and bars on Utopia of the Seas - Photo by Brooke Franco

Are you ready to cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas? Bring your appetite - this ship is packed with various dining venues that are certain to please all palates. As Utopia is an Oasis Class ship, it’s unlikely that you will be able to visit all the numerous eateries onboard in a 3- or 4-night cruise. To help you maximize your time for eating around the ship, we’ve created this Utopia of the Seas dining guide. 

 

Here are highlights of Utopia of the Seas dining venues at a glance: 

  • Over 40 eateries and lounges in total 
  • 10 included restaurants (plus room service at breakfast as well as one additional restaurant for guests staying in The Suite Neighborhood)
  • 9 themed specialty restaurants 
  • 23 bars and lounges 

We’ve divided this Utopia of the Seas dining guide into the following categories to help you plan which eateries are complimentary and which will cost extra: included, specialty, and bars and lounges. 

Included Dining on Utopia of the Seas

Main Dining Room on Utopia of the Seas - Photos by Brooke Franco

Main Dining Room is the heart of culinary elegance onboard Utopia of the Seas. Spanning three decks, it offers a sophisticated ambiance where guests can indulge in multi-course meals paired with attentive service. The menu changes daily, featuring a blend of international flavors and classic dishes, ensuring something to please every taste.

Coastal Kitchen is a sit-down restaurant exclusively for Suite Neighborhood guests. Depending on your suite tier, you can visit Coastal Kitchen for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. 

Inside Windjammer Market Place - Photos by Brooke Franco 

Windjammer Marketplace offers a casual dining experience with great outdoor views. It serves a buffet-style feast from breakfast through dinner. Dishes range from fresh salads and carving stations to global cuisine, decadent desserts, and much more. 

Sorrento’s is a casual pizza eatery and a staple on many Royal Caribbean ships. Grab as many slices of pie as you like, and sit in Sorrento’s dining room overlooking the center of the Royal Promenade. Note - Sorrento’s is open late if you are looking for a snack in the wee hours. 

Boardwalk Dog House offers a casual family eatery that serves made-to-order hot dogs day and night. Pair your dog with sides of potato salad or cole slaw. Enjoy one as you watch the activity at the nearby carousel in The Boardwalk neighborhood.  

Sprinkles / El Loco Fresh / The Spare Tire - Photos by Brooke Franco

Cafe Promenade serves coffee, pastries, and light bites from morning to night in the Royal Promenade. It’s a great spot if you are looking for a craft coffee in the morning or want a quick afternoon cookie snack!

Park Cafe is located in Central Park and serves grab-and-go sandwiches, sides, made-to-order salads, and non-alcoholic beverages. It has a large indoor seating area or lovely cafe seating outside in the park. 

Food and Coffee Cafe Promenade / Sorrento's - Photo by Brooke Franco

El Loco Fresh, adjacent to the main Pool Deck, serves grab-and-go tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and nachos. You can top off your dish at El Loco Fresh’s extensive toppings bar with salsas, guac, and hot sauce. It has a lovely shaded seating area, great for lunch or a snack at sea. 

Solarium Bistro is among one of the most beautiful eateries on the ship - Photos by Brooke Franco

Solarium Bistro is a light-filled cafe that is open for breakfast and lunch and serves Mediterranean-style cuisine and light fare. 

The Spare Tire eatery is food truck-themed and serves grab-and-go snack-style bites (like taquitos or raspberry cheesecake). Utopia is the first ship in the fleet to offer this concept. It’s located right by the pool, so stop by and enjoy an al fresco treat. 

Cafe Promenade / El Loco Fresh / Park Cafe - Photos by Brooke Franco 

Sprinkles, another Royal Caribbean staple, returns to Utopia of the Seas. This soft-serve ice cream eatery is conveniently located at the poolside for cones to go. 

Room Service (Continental Breakfast Included): For those who prefer to dine in the comfort of their stateroom, Utopia of the Seas provides a complimentary breakfast of coffee, tea, fruit, and pastries. 

 

Specialty Dining on Utopia of the Seas 

Royal Railway on Utopia of the Seas - Photos by Brooke Franco 

Royal Railway - Utopia Station is an immersive dining experience and the first of its kind on a Royal Caribbean ship. Grab your tickets and board a train to transport you to a Wild West adventure, complete with a five-course dinner and a show. Enjoy dishes like short ribs and decadent chocolate desserts. This new dining venue for Royal Caribbean is in high demand for reservations, so book before you get onboard! Open only for dinner; the menu is prix-fixe. 

Chops Grille - Photos by Brooke Franco

Chops Grille is Utopia of the Seas' signature steakhouse. Featuring premium cuts of beef, fresh seafood, decadent desserts, and a great wine list, this upscale restaurant offers a refined experience with exceptional service. The menu is prix-fixe, and the restaurant is open for dinner. 

Izumi on Utopia of the Seas - Photos by Brooke Franco

Izumi is a hot spot for lovers of sushi and Japanese cuisine. It offers a menu of fresh sashimi, sushi rolls, and hot Japanese dishes. Guests can enjoy their meal at the sushi bar or in a private teppanyaki dining area, with skilled chefs showcasing their culinary expertise. Izumi on Utopia of the Seas also features a walk-up window where you can grab sushi rolls on the go. Open for lunch and dinner. Izumu sushi is a la carte, whereas teppanyaki is prix-fixe. 

Menu at Izumi - Photo by Brooke Franco

150 Central Park, located in serene Central Park, is an intimate restaurant that offers a seasonal menu crafted with locally sourced ingredients. Featuring modern American cuisine with a focus on artisanal dishes, 150 Central Park provides a sophisticated dining experience. Open for dinner, the menu is prix-fixe. 

150 Central Park - Photos by Brooke Franco

Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen serves lunch and dinner daily. The menu is prix-fixe, and you can enjoy meatballs, craft pizzas, and dishes like chicken parmesan, lasagne, spaghetti carbonara, and even osso bucco.  

Giovanni's Italian Kitchen - Photos by Brooke Franco

The Mason Jar features homestyle cuisine, bourbon cocktails, a hefty dose of Southern hospitality, and a side of y’all. The menu features chicken and waffles, BBQ, po-boys, and lobster and crawfish gumbo. Mason Jar also doubles as a late-night bar with live music and an extensive cocktail list. It is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The menu is a la carte. 

Hooked Seafood serves a taste of New England on your cruise to the Caribbean. The menu features oysters, lobster rolls, chowder, and Maryland-style crab cakes. It is open for lunch and dinner and offers a prix-fixe menu.

Playmaker’s Sports Bar is open all day and serves burgers, wings, beers, and a place to watch the big game with your fellow travelers. Food items are extra-cost. 

Johnny Rockets is a hot spot for burgers, shakes, and fries in a cool retro atmosphere. It is open for lunch and dinner and offers an a la carte menu. 

Sugar Beach / Johnny Rockets / Menu at Playmaker's - Photos by Brooke Franco

Sugar Beach, located in The Boardwalk neighborhood, is the place for sweet treats. Serving decadent ice cream and candy, Sugar Beach is open all day; all items are extra-cost. 

Starbucks is on Utopia of the Seas, with a full-service coffee and snack bar in The Royal Promenade. It is open all day, and all items are extra-cost. 

 

Utopia of the Seas Bars and Lounges 

Utopia of the Seas keeps the party going day to night, with 23 bars serving up the hottest cocktails to keep you cool. Alcoholic beverages are an extra cost, priced per venue menu. Royal Caribbean offers a variety of beverage packages, which you can read about here

Not a drinker, but still want to enjoy Utopia’s many bars and lounges? Most bar menus have a Zero Proof section with cocktails and drinks that do not include alcohol. 

The Pesky Parrot - Photos by Brooke Franco

Pesky Parrot will put you in an island state of mind. A new concept for Royal Caribbean this tiki-theme bar serves up a slice of the Caribbean in its location in the middle of the Royal Promenade. Enjoy a menu of tropical drinks as well as signature frozen concoctions. Its ambiance features palm trees and tropical decor and will surely get you in a vacation state of mind. 

Schooner Bar, a staple and fan favorite across the fleet, is a piano bar in the Royal Promenade that serves cocktails with a side of live music. Order a martini or the Lavendar Daquri and sing along to tunes by Jimmy Buffett, Billy Joel, and more. 

Schooner Bar Menus - Photos by Brooke Franco

Bell and Barley brings a taste of England to the high seas. It features an extensive menu of beers, a mix-your-own gin and tonic selection, and other signature cocktails.

Rising Tides is a moving bar that ventures from Utopia’s Royal Promenade to Central Park. Sip a beverage as you catch the views as you travel between decks. Space is limited, and reservations are recommended. 

 

Menu from Bell and Barley / Rising Tides Bar / Playmaker's Bar - Photos by Brooke Franco

Trellis Bar is a small, elegant bar in Central Park that is the perfect place to grab a pre-dinner cocktail. Enjoy jazz music and singers performing every evening.  

Lime and Coconut is a pool bar staple that has returned to Utopia of the Seas, but in an even bigger way—it is two stories in total! Lime and Coconut serves boat drink specials, like rum runners and mai tais, or specialties like the Watermelon Rita or its namesake, the Lime and Coconut Daiquiri. 

Lime and Coconut Bar at the Pool Deck - Photos by Brooke Franco

Solarium Bar is one of the most relaxing bars on Utopia. Located in the adults-only Solarium, it is the perfect place to grab a drink and lounge on a day bed or in the hot tub. 

The Vue, located on the pool deck, serves the best views on the ship. Enjoy a cocktail and panoramic ocean views. 

Giovanni's Wine Bar - Photos by Brooke Franco

Giovanni’s Wine Bar is part of Giovanni's kitchen and has an extensive wine collection and a menu of bar bites. Sample whites, reds, or roses at this inviting wine bar. 

Cantina Fresca is located outdoors adjacent to El Loco Fresh. It serves a variety of cocktails and margaritas, including the tasty Pineapple Jalapeno Margarita.  

Wipe Out Bar next door to the FlowRider Surf Simulator this unique bar keeps the island vibes going. Enjoy shaved ice and other cold cocktails. 

Many activity venues onboard feature their own bar, so you can partake in a cocktail or two while enjoying a show or before you belt out a tune at karaoke. Many offer a special drink unique to that venue. Check these options out at the Music Hall, Spotlight Karaoke, or The Attic. There are also multiple bars on both sides of Casino Royale.  

Bon Appetit! 

Whether you're savoring a gourmet meal at a specialty restaurant, in the Main Dining Room, or exploring the varied options at the Windjammer Marketplace, or having a quick snack at Sprinkles, Utopia of the Seas ensures that dining is a top part of your cruise experience. With options to suit every taste and occasion, a cruise on Utopia of the Seas promises culinary delights that will ensure a five-star vacation. Enjoy! 

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