Princess Cruises Dining Hub— NPLB Guide (2026)
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I only write about the restaurants I’ve actually visited — no press releases, no guesswork, just real experiences from my own sailings. I sail Princess 4–5 times a year, and every post on my site is built from my real photos, real meals, and real moments onboard. You’ll notice one missing piece: Sabatini’s. I haven’t dined there yet, but I have it booked twice this November, so a full review is coming soon. Until then, everything here is first‑hand, personally tasted, and obsessively documented — because that’s how I roll.
⭐ Featured Dining Reviews (Most Popular Right Now)
If you only have time to skim a few things before you sail, start here. These are the heavy hitters — the ones everyone clicks, everyone asks about, and honestly the ones I won’t shut up about.
I cruise a lot — like, a lot. People always ask how I manage it, and the answer is simple: points, perks, and a little travel hacking magic. If you’ve ever wondered how I sail this often without breaking the bank, check out How I Use Points to Cruise More — it’s the behind‑the‑scenes of how I make this lifestyle work.
Now let’s talk about the big ones — the meals people plan their whole cruise around, and my husband’s personal favorites. This is exactly why, when I’m traveling with him, we get the Premier package.
⭐ JULIE’S PERSONAL #1 FAVORITE ⭐
🎨 Love by Britto
Sun Princess exclusive. Bold, colorful, artsy, and genuinely one of the most joyful dining experiences at sea. Every plate looks like a Britto canvas and tastes just as bold.
“My #1 at sea. Non-negotiable if you're on Sun Princess.”
If you’re sailing Sun Princess and you skip Britto, I cannot help you — you’ve chosen chaos.
🔥 Most Popular
🐟 The Catch by Rudi
Seafood-forward, beautifully plated, and way more affordable than it looks. This is the restaurant that makes people message me mid‑cruise like “OK you were right.”
“Best meal I've had at sea in years.”
The Catch is that girl. Run, don’t walk.
🔥 Most Popular
🥩 Crown Grill
Princess’s signature steakhouse — mahogany glow, open kitchen drama, and a filet mignon that will make you emotional. Also: a 36oz rib-eye that should come with a waiver.
“Skip it and you'll regret it the whole cruise.”
Crown Grill is where Princess hides the romance.
🍲 Umai Hot Pot
Sun Princess exclusive. Cozy, steamy, customizable, and honestly one of the most fun “slow dining” experiences onboard. Think: build‑your‑own broth moment, fresh veggies, noodles, proteins, and that satisfying “I made this myself, but Princess did all the work” energy.
🔪 Butcher’s Block by Dario
A carnivore’s fever dream. This is Princess’s partnership with world‑famous butcher Dario Cecchini — and it shows. Think massive cuts, rustic Tuscan energy, and a menu that feels like it was written by someone who genuinely wants you to have the best night of your life.
Butcher Block by Dario (coming soon)
🍣 Makoto Ocean
Modern Japanese exclusive to Sun & Star Princess. Elevated omakase energy with ocean views that make you feel like you’re in a movie.
🔥 Umai Teppanyaki
Dinner + live show = the best $60 you’ll spend. Families and groups absolutely lose their minds over this one.
We usually do this the last night as a fun farewell.
🍽️ Casual Credits — Walk‑In, No Reservations
These are the casual dining restaurants included with Plus & Premier. They’re sit‑down, first‑come‑first‑served, and honestly where a lot of people get confused — so let’s clear it up.
🍕 Alfredo’s Pizzeria
Included with Plus & Premier · Walk‑in · Sit‑down Fresh dough, bubbling cheese, and that perfect Neapolitan char. This is one of the most reliable meals on Princess and one of my personal favorites.
“Embarkation day lunch? Alfredo’s. That’s the rule.”
👉 Read my full Alfredo’s review
🍀 O’Malley’s Irish Pub
Included with Plus & Premier · Walk‑in · Sit‑down Available on select ships. Classic pub comfort food, live music, and a chocolate cake people message me about mid‑cruise like it’s a religious experience.
“If you see O’Malley’s on your ship — go. The chocolate cake is the moment.”
✨ How Casual Credits Work
Plus: 4 casual dining dinners per guest
Premier: Unlimited casual dining
No reservations — you just walk up
These are not specialty dining
They are full sit‑down restaurants (not grab‑and‑go)
🍽️ Specialty Dining (Paid Restaurants)
Princess shines here. Elevated menus, attentive service, and meals you’ll talk about for months.
💳 Prices (2026)
Most ships: $55/adult + 18% gratuity
Sun & Star Princess: $60/adult + 18% gratuity
What’s Included in Packages (Corrected 2026 Info)
Princess Plus
Drinks: 15 drinks per day, up to $15 each
Specialty coffee & tea: Included
Bottled water: 12 bottles/day (500ml)
Casual dining: 4 casual dining dinners per guest
Specialty dining: Not included
OceanNow delivery fee: Waived
Room service delivery fee: Waived
Wi‑Fi: 1 device
Princess Premier
Drinks: Unlimited, up to $20 each
Specialty coffee & tea: Included
Bottled water: 12 bottles/day (500ml)
Casual dining: Unlimited
Specialty dining: Unlimited
OceanNow delivery fee: Waived
Room service delivery fee: Waived
Wi‑Fi: 4 devices
Extras: Shore excursion credit, photos, reserved theater seating on select shows
🌊 Sun Princess Lido Deck — All 4 Restaurants
I’ve documented every free Lido option — pizza, salads, tacos, burgers — all in one place. If you want the full menus, photos, toppings, and my honest reviews, head straight to my deep‑dive:
👉 Full Sun Princess Lido Deck Menus — Pizzas, Burgers, Tacos & Salads
This covers:
Slice — full pizza menu
Burgers — burgers, dogs, sides
The Eatery pods — salads + tacos
Everything free, everything delicious, everything in one place.
📱 OceanNow — Delivery That Changed Everything
OceanNow is Princess’s MedallionClass delivery service, and it is genuinely one of the best things to happen to cruise dining.
NPLB OceanNow Strategy
Poolside cocktail without moving — this is the feature.
Morning coffee to your balcony — order before you even pretend to be a person.
Midnight snacks — correct.
Pre‑dinner cabin drinks — elite behavior.
Plus/Premier — order like you own the ship.
OceanNow Menus
🛎️ Room Service — Full Breakdown (2026)
Princess’s Room Service is bigger than people expect — sandwiches, salads, pastas, desserts, and all the comfort‑food classics. I personally photographed every menu I could find in the MedallionClass app, including the full All‑Day Menu, and put them into one easy blog post so you don’t have to hunt for them.
👉 Full Princess Room Service Menus — All Screenshots
What I have:
All‑Day Menu (full screenshots)
Snacks & sides
Desserts
Drinks
Late‑night items
💅 NPLB Tips & Tricks — Everything You Need to Know
These are the details that make a difference.
Book specialty dining early — don’t play games.
International Café is your 24/7 safety net.
Download the MedallionClass app before you board.
Sea day breakfast is criminally underrated.
Princess shows up for special occasions.
Run the math on Plus vs Premier.
❓ Princess Dining FAQs
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👩💻 About the Author
Hi, I’m Julie — travel hacking content creator, cruise‑obsessed reviewer, and iced‑coffee‑powered writer behind NoPointLeftBehind.net. I’ve sailed Princess more times than I can count, and my mission is simple: make your trip easier, cheaper, and way more delicious.
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