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The Ultimate Guide to All the Dining Options Onboard NCL's Dawn Class Ships

Updated: Jul 27

NCL, Dawn Class, Los Lobos
Los Lobos | Photo Credit: NCL

One of the things that Norwegian Cruise Line does best is the onboard dining. NCL is known for the elevated complimentary and specialty options that guests will be able to enjoy throughout their cruise. On Norwegian Dawn Class ships, dining has been taken to a whole new level.


Experience captivating Italian flavors at La Cucina, dine on juicy cuts a beef at Cagney's Steakhouse, and enjoy delicious complimentary Asian cuisine at Ginza. No matter where you go on the Dawn Class ships, there is another incredible dining option just around the corner.


We have broken down all the food options onboard the Dawn and Star, so you can book your next cruise confidently knowing you will be able to enjoy your favorite restaurants while onboard.




Bimini Grill

Grill | Included

Lunch, Dinner

Found on: Dawn


Offering delicious grilled options throughout the day, Bimini is located by the pool, and is the perfect place for a mid-day meal to enjoy after a dip.




NCL, Prima Class, Cagney's
Cagney's Steakhouse | Photo Credit: NCL

Cagney's Steakhouse

A La Carte | $$$

Dinner

Found on: Star, Dawn


This incredible steakhouse is a NCL classic that is a fan favorite time and time again. Sit down in an elegant space and begin your meal with any of the incredible starters, from Crab Cakes, to Ahi Tuna Tartar, Baked Onion Soup, and Beefsteak Tomato Salad. For the main course, choose your cut of meat; Cagney's offers a Slow Roasted Prime Rib, Petite Filet Mignon, Ribeye, and New York Strip. And you can't leave without trying the Cagney's signature Seven Layer Chocolate Cake.




NCL, Garden Cafe
Garden Cafe | Photo Credit: NCL

Garden Cafe

Buffet | Included

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Found on: Star, Dawn


This is the main buffet onboard the ship, and is the perfect place for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. No one does the complimentary buffet food quite like Norwegian. Here guest can enjoy offerings inspired by cuisine from all over the globe, including made-to-order pasta, incredible Indian food, Asian stir-fries and rice bowls, grilled burgers and hot dogs, a salad bar, fresh bread, and an elevated dessert bar. There is something for everyone at Surfside, and a great place to stop at almost anytime of the day for a bite to eat.



NCL, Chin Chin, Jasmine Garden, Lotus Garden, Orchid Garden
Ginza | Photo Credit: NCL

Ginza Restaurant, Bamboo Restaurant

A La Carte | Included

Dinner

Found on: Star, Dawn


Begin your meal with tasty Pork Potstickers and Harvest Springs Rolls. For the main course, enjoy the Orange Beef or Kung Pao Chicken. There is also a full noodle menu with Spicy Seafood Udon Noodles and Beef Chow Fun. If you are craving sushi, there are several rolls to choose from, and to finish you meal be sure to order the Five Spice Chocolate Cake with Ginger Sauce. Having this complimentary restaurant is an incredible option for guests that will make you feel as though you are dining in the specialty restaurant every day. Ginza can be found on Star, and Bamboo is located on Dawn.




NCL, La Cucina
La Cucina | Photo Credit: NCL

La Cucina

A La Carte | $$

Dinner

Found on: Star, Dawn


Enjoy the Italian classics at La Cucina. This specialty venue offers incredible pastas and pizzas, alongside antipasti options, and several incredible desserts. Menu highlights include: Beef Lasagna Al Forno, Fettuccini Alfredo Con Funghi, Prosciutto and Arugula Pizza, and the popular Tiramisu to finish.




NCL, Le Bistro
Le Bistro | Photo Credit: NCL

Le Bistro

A La Carte | $$$

Dinner

Found on: Star, Dawn


This is the quintessential French Restaurant that has been a staple in the NCL fleet for years. Enjoy a delicious dinner with friends and family as you dine on exquisite Steak Tartare au Couteau, Escargots A la Bourguignonne, Soupe A L'oignon Gratinee, Filet de Boeuf Rossini, and Coq au Vin.




NCL, Los Lobos
Los Lobos | Photo Credit: NCL

Los Lobos

A La Carte | $$

Dinner

Found on: Dawn


Grab your friends and head over for drinks and a delicious meal at Los Lobos. Los Lobos offers incredible Mexican cuisine. Appetizers of Guacamole and Queso are a must, shared around the table. Enjoy tacos with chicken, steak, or shrimp, served in a warm corn tortilla. House specialties include Fajitas, Chile Relleno, and Cochinita Pibil. For dessert be sure to order the churros that come with a dulce de leche dipping sauce!




NCL, Main Dining Room, Taste, Savor
Photo Credit: NCL

Main Dining Room

A La Carte | Included

Dinner

Found on: Star, Dawn


The Main Dining Room onboard a cruise ship is the classic dining venue for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Here you will enjoy fine dining with your fellow passengers. Menu highlights include: Warm Spinach Salad, Create Your Own Pasta, The Fisherman's Platter, Beef Wellington, Veal Oscar, Honey-Glazed Pork Chops, and New York Style Cheesecake.




NCL, Moderno Churascarria
Moderno | Photo Credit: NCL

Moderno Churascarria

A La Carte | $$

Dinner

Found on: Star, Dawn


Moderno Churascarria is a fun Brazilian Steakhouse restaurant. Here, a variety of slow-roasted meats are carved up table-side. Enjoy delicious Lamb Top Sirloin, Beef Tenderloin, Flank Steaks, Brazilian Pork Sausage, and many more mouth-watering meats. This is a great option for a family dinner, or an evening out with friends.




NCL, O'Sheehan's Bar and Grill
O'Sheehan's Bar & Grill | Photo Credit: NCL

O'Sheehan's Bar & Grill

A La Carte | Included

Dinner

Found on: Star, Dawn


This 24 hour eatery includes incredible bar food that will satisfy no matter what time of the day or night. Indulge in favorite that include Buffalo Wings, Grilled Sausage Sliders, Loaded Nachos, Beef Chili, Battered Fish Sandwich, Blue Cheese Burger, and Coney Island Hot Dog. For a sweet finisher order the apple pie a la mode, or the brownie and raspberry-swirl cheesecake.





Sushi

A La Carte | $$

Dinner

Found on: Star, Dawn


Begin your evening at Sushi with a Wasibi cocktail or Sake. This sushi restaurant will delight with several incredible roll options, as well as a sashimi menu. Dine on a Spicy Tuna Roll and Sake Salmon Sashimi, alongside appetizers of Chilled Edamame, Poke Bowls, and Tuna Wontons.




NCL, Teppanyaki
Teppanyaki | Photo Credit: NCL

Teppanyaki

A La Carte | $$$

Dinner

Found on: Star, Dawn


It truly is "dinner and a show" at Teppanyaki, as the masterful chef's cook up incredible grilled asian cuisine on the grills right in front of you. Guests pull their chairs up to the Teppanyaki tables, and watch their meal being made. The menu offers your choice of steak, seafood, or tofu, to enjoy with garlic fried rice, grilled vegetables, and dipping sauces.




NCL, Topsiders Bar and Grill
Topsiders Bar & Grill | Photo Credit: NCL

Topsiders Bar & Grill

Buffet | Included

Dinner

Found on: Dawn


Just steps away from the pool is Topsiders Bar & Grill the pool bar and buffet where guests can grab some light bites and delicious grilled fare throughout the day. Enjoy classic burgers and hot dogs back at your lounger in-between dips.




Booking Your Cruise

Now that you are ready to book your cruise on a Dawn Class 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 delicious 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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