🥩 Crown Grill 2026 Update: What’s New on Sun Princess (August 2026)
A fresh, updated look at Princess’s signature steakhouse — what changed, what stayed amazing, what I ordered, and why Crown Grill continues to be one of my favorite specialty dining experiences at sea. I will say this experience was very similar to my first.
This is not my main Crown Grill review. 👉 If you want the full evergreen review, you can read it here: Crown Grill Review
This post is your 2026 update based on my Sun Princess Mediterranean sailing.
🌟 Quick Takeaway (2026 Update)
Crown Grill on Sun Princess (August 2026) was one of the best meals of our entire Mediterranean cruise. Perfect steaks, warm service, cozy atmosphere — and dolphins swimming beside the ship while we ate. Yes, really.
We loved it so much we’ve already booked it three times on our upcoming Island Princess cruise.
🛳️ What’s New in 2026 (Sun Princess)
Menus and dishes can vary slightly by ship and season. Everything in this update — food photos, menu photos, service notes — is from our Sun Princess August 2026 Mediterranean sailing.
If you want ship‑specific dining guides:
Star Princess Dining Guide
📸 Crown Grill Menu (Sun Princess • August 2026)
💬 Our Real Experience (2026)
This meal was everything I love about Crown Grill — cozy, indulgent, and just plain delicious. We had an amazing window seat, and halfway through dinner, we looked out and saw dolphins swimming beside the ship. One of those magical cruise moments you never forget.
Shrimp Cocktail
Big, perfectly chilled shrimp — classic and exactly what you want.
Bread Service (DO NOT SKIP)
Warm, soft, and served with that addictive cheese spread. One of the best parts of the meal.
Filet Mignon + Loaded Baked Potato
I ordered the same main I had last year because it was that good. Melt‑in‑your‑mouth tender filet, cooked perfectly medium rare, and a buttery, cheesy, comforting baked potato.
Pecan Pie
Warm, nutty, sweet — I’d order it again in a heartbeat.
Red Wine Pairing
Rich, smooth, and perfect with the steak.
Service
Friendly, attentive, and perfectly paced. Crown Grill continues to deliver some of the best service on Princess.
💗 Lazy Girl Picks (2026)
These are the dishes I’d order again without hesitation:
Shrimp Cocktail
Bread + Cheese Spread
Filet Mignon (medium rare)
Loaded Baked Potato
Pecan Pie
Red Wine Pairing
👉 See all menus: Princess Specialty Dining Menus
💸 Is Crown Grill Worth It in 2026?
Short answer: YES.
Long answer: Crown Grill is one of the best values in Princess specialty dining, especially if you have:
With Premier, you get unlimited specialty dining meals, making Crown Grill a no‑brainer.
👉 Compare packages: Princess Plus vs Premier
🕒 Reservations: What You Need to Know (2026)
Crown Grill fills up quickly — especially on Sun Princess.
How to get reservations:
Book early in the app
Check daily onboard (new times open up!)
Ask the host stand in person
🔁 Last Year’s Review (2025)
For comparison, here’s my previous Crown Grill review:
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👩💻 About the Author
Julie Davis is the travel‑hacking, cruise‑obsessed creator behind NoPointLeftBehind.net, where she teaches families how to travel better, smarter, and often for free. She sails Princess Cruises 4–5 times a year and personally photographed every specialty dining menu on Sun Princess during her August 2026 Mediterranean sailing. Her Lazy Girl travel style blends smart strategy with soft‑life vibes — pasta, wine, views, and zero stress.
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