The best large ocean cruise ships for dining

Modern cruise ships give travellers a wealth of choices when it comes to dining. Whether you’re in the mood for fusion food, a delicious grilled steak or a selection of sushi, you’ll find a restaurant to suit you on every large cruise ship. When it comes to narrowing down the very best, it’s really up to the cruisers themselves. Cruise Critic’s Cruiser’s Choice Awards 2018 revealed the very best large cruise ships for dining, and the results were interesting! Here, we look at the 4 best large ocean cruise ships for dining, according to the travelling public. 

Feast with a view on the top deck at the Mast Grill and Seaside Grill, enjoy a nightcap at the Martini Bar & Crush or indulge in authentic Tuscan cuisine, all on one ship. We can see why the cruising public chose Celebrity Eclipse as one of the best cruise ships for dining. The entire Celebrity Cruises fleet has a remarkable selection of dining options. Some of the foodie highlights onboard Celebrity Eclipse include the Sky Observation Lounge where you can enjoy an evening cocktail and dance the night away, Sushi on 5, an atmospheric restaurant serving Japanese cuisine and Cafe Al Bacio & Gelateria which serves authentic gelato in freshly-baked waffle cones. 

Complete with ocean-facing glass elevators, cutting-edge technology and a plethora of dining options, Brilliance of the Seas is certainly a sought-after ship. And with up to 2,142 mouths to feed, Royal Caribbean International has made sure there’s a tantalising range of eateries onboard. As well as the main dining room and cafes, the ship has speciality restaurants for those wishing to indulge in a taste of Tuscany, Japan or Mexico. Rita’s Cantina, a Tex-Mex-inspired restaurant, has proved popular among guests and even serves margaritas for those gorgeous summer days on the sea. 

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The luxury cruise line is a firm favourite among travelling food connoisseurs, as the final large ship to make the top 5 cruise ships for dining is Freedom of the Seas. Sample the first ever dry-aged steaks at sea, fresh seafood and sumptuous desserts at Chops Grille, classic Italian dishes packed full of flavour at Giovanni’s Table and juicy hamburgers and refreshing milkshakes at American-style diner, Johnny Rockets. For the flavours of Mexico, pay a visit to Sabor Taqueria and enjoy a selection of world wines at Vintages Wine Bar. 

Indulge in dishes created by award-winning chefs, gourmet Japanese cuisine and authentic Italian pizza onboard Oasis of the Seas. They say variety is the spice of life, and this is the mantra that Royal Caribbean International has used in creating all of its luxurious ships. Whether you’re in the mood for a delicious cupcake, rustic Italian cooking or James Beard award-winning chef Michael Schwartz’s amazing creations, you can find it all on board. Families will love the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream parlour.