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Giovanni's Kitchen vs. Giovanni's Table: What Are the Differences? - Royal Caribbean

Updated: Jul 27

Royal Caribbean, Giovanni's Italian Kitchen, Giovanni's Table
Giovanni's Italian Kitchen | Photo Credit: Royal Caribbean

Royal Caribbean offers an array of unique dining venues and experiences that guest return for time and time again. Italian food is always a favorite option when dining onboard a cruise ship, and Royal Caribbean does Italian better than anyone. But one of the more confusing spaces that Royal has introduced has been Giovanni's. Royal offers both Giovanni's Italian Kitchen, as well as Giovanni's Table, making the confusion a bit understandable. But upon further inspection, we can see the big differences between these two restaurants, despite their name similarities. Here we are going to break down what each restaurant offers, and how they differ, so you can book your next Royal Caribbean cruise with confidence knowing exactly which Giovanni's will be onboard.



Royal Caribbean, Giovanni's Italian Kitchen
Giovanni's Italian Kitchen | Photo Credit: Royal Caribbean
Giovanni's Italian Kitchen

Found on: Icon, Star, Wonder, Utopia, Odyssey, Freedom

Giovanni's Italian Kitchen is a Tuscan paradise. Here guests can enjoy modern Italian cuisine such as delicious flat breads and hand-tossed pizzas. Giovanni's Kitchen has a heavy focus on shared plates that guests can enjoy together. The meat and cheese platter is a tried-and-true favorite with a variety of cured meats and aged cheeses to try, the perfect start to your Italian meal. In addition to pizza there are several main dishes to choose from including the famous Classic Lasagna; the chef's favorite Osso Buco; and the delicious Steak Muffuletta.


Giovanni's Italian Kitchen Menu


ANTIPASTI E INSALATE

Assorted Meat & Cheese Platter

Chef’s selections of Italian meats and cheeses served with olives, pickles, breadsticks and focaccia


Meatball Gigante

sautéed spinach, mozzarella, marinara sauce, topped with Parmesan cheese


Nonna’s Soup

Italian sausage, kale, cannellini beans, Asiago cheese


Giovanni’s House Salad

radicchio, arugula, romaine, Belgian endive, heirloom tomatoes, olives, fennel, crispy prosciutto, Piave Vecchio cheese, Italian vinaigrette


Italian Stromboli

spicy salami, mozzarella, oregano, arugula, tomatoes, white truffle oil


Caesar Salad

romaine, house made croutons, topped with shaved Parmesan Anchovies added upon request


Truffle Caprese Salad

truffle burrata, arugula, heirloom tomatoes, pesto, balsamic glaze, fresh basil oi


Calamari & Polenta

served with Alfredo and marinara sauce



PIATTI PRINCIPALI E PIZZA

Chicken Parmigiana

chicken breast lightly breaded and fried, tomato sauce, mozzarella, spaghetti, fresh basil


Osso Buco

veal shank, root vegetables, white wine broth, saffron risotto, citrus gremolata


Uncle Alfredo’s Fettuccine

chicken breast, tagliatelle pasta, shaved Parmesan


Lasagna Classica

oven-baked classic recipe, Bolognese sauce, cottage cheese, mozzarella


Linguine con le Vongole

linguine pasta, fresh clams, garlic, olive oil, parsley, white wine Substitute with shrimp


Penne alla Puttanesca with Salmon

grilled salmon, marinara sauce, capers, anchovies, olives


Spaghetti Carbonara

pancetta, eggs, Parmigiano-Reggiano


Spaghetti Pomodoro

fresh basil, grated Grana Padano, marinara sauce


Steak Muffuletta

breaded rolled beef tenderloin, guanciale, mortadella, marinara sauce, arugula salad, cherry tomatoes, Parmesan


Grilled Filet Mignon

beef tenderloin, peperonata, Marsala, mushrooms, crispy polenta, Grana Padano cheese


Giovanni’s Pizza

tomato sauce, mozzarella, ricotta, spicy salami, honey, pepper


Margherita

tomato sauce, mozzarella fior di latte, basil


Pepperoni

tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni


Meat Lover’s

tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, ham, spicy salami, bacon, Italian sausage


Truffle & Eggs

tomato sauce, mozzarella, bacon, eggs, Pecorino, white truffle oil


Mamma Italia

mozzarella, arugula, tomatoes, prosciutto, Parmesan, EVOO


Mixed Mushroom

tomato sauce, mozzarella, button, cremini and oyster mushrooms


7-Cheeses

tomato sauce, mozzarella, ricotta, Gorgonzola, provolone, brie, Pecorino Romano, Parmesan


Primavera

tomato sauce, spinach, mozzarella, mushrooms, red peppers, yellow peppers, red onions, black olives



Royal Caribbean, Giovanni's Table
Giovanni's Table | Photo Credit: Royal Caribbean
Giovanni's Table

Found on: Oasis, Allure, Liberty, Independence, Radiance, Brilliance, Serenade, Jewel, Voyager, Explorer, Adventure, Grandeur, Rhapsody, Vision

Similar to Giovanni's Italian Kitchen, Giovanni's Table focuses more on the pasta dishes. There are many incredible options including tagliatelle carbonara, gorgonzola gnocchi, seafood linguini, as well as non-pasta dishes ranging from garlicy herb prawns to seared filet mignon. The goal of Giovanni's Table is to be reminiscent of a home cooked meal served to you in a kitchen in Italy!


Giovanni's Table Menu


PRIMA

Cheese & Cured Meat Board

An assortment of fine Italian cheeses, cured meats, and pickles vegetables, perfect for sharing!


Caprese Salad

A refreshing salad of heirloom tomatoes, creamy truffled burrata, pesto, basil oil, balsamic glaze, and fresh basil


Arugula Salad

Zesty arugula and cherry tomatoes tossed with a bright lemon vinaigrette, shaved parmesan and Italian parsley


Eggplant Parmigiana

A stack of lightly breaded and fried eggplant layered with mozzarella cheese, and zesty tomato sauce


Beef Carpaccio

Thinly-sliced seared beef tenderloin with arugula, parsley, Italian vinaigrette, lemon oil, and shaved parmesan


Crispy Calamari

Tender squid rings lightly breaded and fried, served with fresh tomato sauce, lemon and garlic aioli


Giovanni's Minestrone

A comforting blend of chicken broth, diced tomatoes and vegetables, tender macaroni, parmesan, and basil



SECONDI

Tagliatelle Carbonara

Flat ribbon pasta with crispy pancetta, creamy egg yolk and cracked pepper sauce topped with freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano


Gnocchi Gorgonzola

Our hand-crafted potato gnocchi tossed with a creamy gorgonzola sauce, tender spinach and parmesan cheese


Seafood Linguine

Al dente linguine tossed with calamari, bay scallops, shrimp and mussels in a creamy white wine sauce


Pasta Bolognese

Your choice of pasta in a rich beef ragu, San Marzano tomatoes, grated parmesan, and fresh basil


Wild Mushroom Risotto

Creamy arborio rice, woodsy wild mushrooms, white wine, mascarpone cheese, and fragrant truffle oil


The Branzino

Pan-fried branzino fillets dressed with lemon and olive oil, served with roasted fingerling potatoes and root vegetables


Garlicky Herb Prawns

Marinated prawns sautéed with garlic, aromatic herbs and fresh lemon juice, served with creamy mashed potatoes


Chicken Piccata

Thinly-sliced, lightly-breaded chicken simmered in a lemony white wine sauce with capers, with potato gnocchi, spinach and cherry tomatoes


Seared Filet Mignon

8 oz. of beef tenderloin served with Barolo wine sauce, creamy mashed potatoes, and broccolini


Ossobucco

Hearty braised veal shanks with creamy polenta, seasonal vegetables, basil tips, and a balsamic glaze




Booking Your Cruise

Now that you are ready to book your cruise on a Royal Caribbean ship, reach out to the experts at Harr Travel. We know the spaces inside and out, and have an amazing relationship with the cruise line. Our advisors will craft the cruise vacation of a lifetime for you, your friends, family, or group at an exceptional rate, and give you the Harr Travel signature service every step of the way.



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