Norwegian Sun

The Four Seasons is the Sun’s second main dining room with waiter service and open for dinner only from 5pm to 9.30pm with seating for 504 guests.

It is the smaller of the two dining rooms, with panoramic views of the sky and sea and the same five course menu as offered in the Seven Seas Dining Room.

It is located on deck 5, midship and is also the location for the once per cruise Norwegian Chocoholic Buffet served from 10.30pm to 11.30pm. (See Freestyle Daily newsletter for details).

Seven Seas is one of Norwegian Sun’s two main dining rooms with seating for 526 guests and open for waiter service breakfast from 7.30am to 9.30am, lunch from 12.30pm to 1.30pm and dinner between 5.30pm and 10.30pm.

Breakfast fare includes the option of a la carte waiter service menu or a buffet breakfast waiter service option. Food selections include fresh fruit, pastries, bread, cereals, cold meats and cheese, eggs, bacon and sausages.

For lunch guests get to choose from a menu comprising of Appetisers, Soups and Salads, Entrees and Desserts with dishes such as Goat’s Cheese and Pancetta Quiche or Split Pea Soup to start, BBQ Pork Ribs, Pasta or Sandwiches for mains and Warm Peach and Blueberry Cobbler or Ice Cream for dessert.

The menu for dinner offers a choice of two five course options, one being Classic Selections which are served everyday such as Mexican Mushroom and Cheese Tortilla Crisp, Garden Fresh Salad or Onion Soup for starters, mains of Grilled New York Strip Steak, Braised Lamb Shank and Penne Pasta and desserts ranging from Strawberry Cheesecake to lemon sorbet.

The second option on the menu is the chef’s signature specialities which change daily with dishes such as Roasted Garlic Polenta Cake, Cream of Mushroom Soup or Fresh Fingerling Potatoes and Lime Marinated Shrimp for starters, Roasted Strip Loin of Beef, Grilled BBQ Chicken Breast, Broiled Lobster and Red Snapper or Moroccan Sweet Potato Rice Cake for entrees and Lemon and Ginger Custard or Carrot Cake for dessert.

Le Bistro, located on deck 12 aft, is the ship's additional charge reservation only French dining option serving both modern classical and contemporary French fare.

Open from 5.30pm to 10.30pm, a cover charge of $20 per person applies to this 80 seater restaurant (children aged 4 to 12 can eat free from the kids menu or half price from the kid’s speciality menu whilst under 3’s dine for free).

Reservations can be made either via the reservations phone number or the Reservations Deck on deck 5 by the Atrium where the menus are displayed.

Menu examples are as follows:

Appetisers, Soups and Salads: Grilled Asparagus, Escargots in Garlic Herb Butter, Cream of Four Mushroom Soup

Meats & Seafood: Salmon Fillet, Grilled Swordfish, Coq au Vin, Grilled Beef Tenderloin

Desserts: Profiteroles, Crème Brûlée, Ice Cream, Crepes Suzette.

Bistro Specials are also available for an additional $10 per person charge as follows:
Fruits de Mer, 32oz Premium Golden Angus Rib Eye Steak and Butter Roasted Lobster Tail.

Il Adagio, located on deck 12 aft, is Norwegian Sun’s Italian speciality restaurant with seating for 74 guests and reservations recommended (either via the reservations phone number or the Reservations Deck on deck 5 by the Atrium where the menus are displayed).

The cost to dine here is $15 per guest. Children aged 4-12 dine for half price when they order from the kids speciality menu or for free if they eat from the regular kid’s menu (children aged three and under eat for free).

Open from 5.30pm to 10.30pm the menu comprises of five courses, examples of which are as follows:

Appetisers: Pasta Soup, Carpaccio of Beef Tenderloin, Caesar Salad
Pizza: Margherita, Smoked Salmon, Roasted Chicken or Pepperoni
Pasta: Penne Rigate, Cheese Tortellini, Spaghetti Bolognese, Seafood Fettuccine, Farfalle
Entrees: Risotto, Chicken Parmesan, Seared Salmon, Rib eye Steak, Vegetable Lasagne
Dessert: Tiramisu, Panna Cotta, Ricotta Cheesecake, Ice Cream and Sorbet

Il Adagio also opens for complimentary breakfast and lunch for suite passengers only.

Pizza 24/7 is the ship's 24 hour pizza delivery service delivering homemade 16 inch stone baked pizza direct to guests' table, stateroom or favourite lounge or bar. A $5 delivery charge is applicable.

Guests can choose from Mozzarella Cheese and Tomato, Pepperoni or Vegetarian with roasted peppers, mushrooms and red onions.

Las Ramblas, aft of deck 12 and seating 81 guests opens from 5.30pm to 10.00pm serving complimentary hot and cold tapas.

Examples of the tapas on offer are as follows:

Olives
Seafood Ceviche
Tortilla a la Espanola
Toasted Bread with Three Cheeses
Chorizo with Potato Salad
Toasted bread with Tomato and Cured Ham
Spinach Turnovers

Las Ramblas also features live guitar music for entertainment and karaoke later on in the night.

The Sushi Bar serves Japanese sushi and sashimi expertly prepared as you watch and seats 47 guests. It is located on deck 12 aft and is open from 12.00pm to 2.30pm for lunch and 5.30pm to 10.30pm for dinner.

With an à la carte charge, prices range from $2.25 to $2.75 for two pieces of sushi, $3 to $4.50 for four pieces of sashimi, and between $3.00 and $4.50 for rolls.

Alternatively guests can opt for a sushi and sashimi combo. The Diamond selection costs $12 for a tuna sashimi, rainbow roll, prawn sashimi and California roll whilst the Ruby package (also $12) comprises of big eye tuna sashimi, octopus sushi, an eel, avocado and cucumber roll and a barbequed eel, yellowtail and avocado roll.

Starters including Miso soup ($1.50) and Sesame Seaweed Salad ($2.75) are also available along with desserts such as Green Tea Cake for $2.25.

Teppanyaki on deck 12 opens for dinner with seating’s at 5.30pm, 7.30pm and 9.30pm and invites 26 guests at a time to sit around the central cooking area for an Asian dining experience where they watch the chefs show off their skills slicing and dicing whilst preparing meat, poultry, fish and vegetables on an iron “Teppan” griddle.

The menu starts with Miso soup and Seaweed Salad with Ginger Dressing before guests select from either classics such as Chicken Yakiudon, Filet Mignon or Vegetable, or combinations such as Samurai and Shinto. Garlic fried rice and Teppanyaki vegetables accompany these dishes followed by dessert of either Green Tea Cake with Cashew Nut Brittle or Fresh Fruit Sashimi.

The cost to dine here is $25 per head (children aged 4 to 12 can eat free from the kids menu or half price from the kid’s speciality menu whilst under 3’s dine for free), reservations are recommended and can be made 24 hours prior to dining at the Reservations Desk in the Atrium on deck 5 or via the reservations phone number.

Moderno Churrascaria, located aft of deck 11 of the ship, serves succulent skewers of barbecued meats which are carved tableside. Guests control how much they want with their green and red card, green means the carving continues and red is shown to indicate when guests are full.

Moderno serves signature cuts of beef ,lamb, pork and chicken along with rice, black beans, mashed potatoes and sweet fried bananas on the side, a selection of salads, Brazilian cheese bread and desserts including coconut flan, papaya crème and mango rice pudding.

With seating for 84 guests and a cover charge of $20 per person (children aged 4 to 12 can eat free from the kids menu or half price from the kids speciality menu whilst under 3’s dine for free), the venue opens for dinner from 5.30pm to 10.30pm, with reservations recommended via the Reservations Desk on deck 5 in the where menus are displayed or via the reservations phone number.

Moderno also serves a deluxe continental breakfast from 6.30am to 10.30am with items such as breakfast pizzas with bacon and egg topping, and for lunch between 12.00pm and 2.30pm a Deli Station is in operation serving dishes such as pizza, Caesar salad wraps, salad, meats, cheeses and breads.

Breakfast and Lunch at Moderno is complimentary.

East Meets West is one of Norwegian Sun’s six speciality restaurants and seats 94 guests. It is located on deck 12, aft and open for dinner from 5.30pm until 10.30pm.

With reservations recommended (either via the reservations phone number or the Reservations Deck on deck 5 by the Atrium where the menus are displayed) the cost to dine here is $25 per guest. Children aged 4-12 dine for half price when they order from the kids speciality menu or for free if they eat from the regular kid’s menu (children aged three and under eat for free).

An example of the menu on offer is as follows:

Starters: Shrimp Cocktail, Lump Crab Cakes, Oysters, House Smoked Salmon
Soups & Salads: Lobster Bisque, New England Clam Chowder, Classic Caesar Salad
Main Course: 10oz New York Strip steaks, Salmon Oscar or Vegetarian Saffron Casserole
Add-Ons: 6oz Lobster Tails or Alaskan King Crab Legs (surcharge $8 each)
Sides: Baked Potatoes, Steamed Asparagus, Fries with white truffle oil & Parmesan Cheese
Desserts: Raspberry Crème Brûlée, Warm Espresso Chocolate Brownies served with macadamia ice cream

A self service outdoor Ice Cream Station is located on deck 11. Open from 12pm to 9.30pm, with cones to fill with a choice of soft Vanilla, Vanilla and Chocolate or Chocolate ice cream and selection of toppings. Ice cream is also available from the Garden Cafe.

Norwegian Cruise Line has recently introduced a new Specialty Dining Package called "Signature Trio," that enables guests to pre-purchase three specialty restaurants: the steakhouse, French bistro and Italian restaurant, prior to sailing at a special rate of $57 per person (saving $8 per person).

The Chef's Table dining experience features a nine-course, upscale menu consisting of unique and contemporary creations using the highest quality ingredients and sophisticated cooking techniques. Each course is accompanied by wines that are specially paired by a Master Sommelier.

The two-and-a-half hour experience starts with a reception where guests enjoy a glass of champagne with the ship's Executive Chef, Food and Beverage Director, Restaurant Manager, Assistant Maître d' and Head Wine Steward. Guests are then invited to take a group photo before sitting down to begin their meal in an intimate restaurant setting. The Executive Chef describes the first two courses: an Amuse Bouche
‘Molecular Gastronome' consisting of Spherical Mango, Vodka & Jalapeno Ravioli and an Orange-Wasabi Glazed Ahi Tuna Tartar with freshly-baked Sesame Crisp.

Courses one and two are accompanied by the Master Sommelier's paired wine selection. Asparagus Cream is served for course three, followed by the fourth course, a Short Crust Tartlet and Grapefruit and Moscato Granite is served as course number five. As the Executive Chef describes the ingredients and technique used to create the courses, the second wine selection is served and guests are invited to ask questions about the dishes.

The sixth course comprises of a Plantain Crusted Pan Seared Sea Bass accompanied by Mango, Papaya & Avocado Salsa and Lobster Veloute and a Milk-Fed Veal Chop with Anna Potatoes, Sautéed Spinach and Truffle Veal Jus is served for course number seven. A cheese platter filled with an assortment of gourmet cheeses is served as course eight and course nine, dessert, offers a choice of either a Yogurt-Mousse Dome with Lychee Raspberry Crème, Hazel Sablee and Lime Vanilla Reduction; or a Chocolate Log with 'Spiced' Dark Rum, Infused Banana and Cocoa Mousse.

This dining experience has a cover charge of $89 per person, including gratuities, a behind-the-scenes galley tour, one group photo and an individual photo with the Executive Chef. The Chef's Table is limited to 12 guests per experience and is offered once per cruise.

The Garden Cafe (seating 194 guests) on deck 11 mid ship is the ship's buffet restaurant offering a family-friendly menu from 6.30am to 9.00pm.

Breakfast options include items such as fruit juice, fresh fruit, muffins and pastries, cereals, pancakes, waffles, bacon, baked beans, sausages, cold cuts, pancakes, coffee, tea and hot chocolate.

A Lunch Buffet is served from 11.30am to 2.30pm and a Dinner Buffet from 5pm to 9.00pm. A Crepes station also opens from 5.30pm to 9pm where the ice cream is served from during the day.

Lunch and dinner options are similar with a range of salads, pasta, pizza, Indian dishes, Chinese dishes, vegetarian options, cold cuts, meat, vegetables and sandwiches with a few extra hot options for dinner such as additional pasta dishes, carvery and potato gratin.

Weather permitting, the Norwegian Sun hosts poolside barbecues with freshly cooked meats, salads etc on deck 11.

The Great Outdoors, aft of deck 11 offers a buffet breakfast (from 7.30am to 11.30am), lunch buffet with selections similar to those on the Garden Cafe but with less choice and late night snacks from 11.00pm to 11.30pm including, on the port side of the buffet, cake and cookies each night.

It can seat up to 220 guests.

Complimentary room service is available throughout the day and night although between midnight and 5am a delivery charge of $3.95 applies (guests ordering only pizza or beverages won’t be charged as they are charged for their order instead).

Breakfast is served from 6.30am to 10am via the Room Service Breakfast Order Form, whilst items such as Chicken Soup, Greek Salad, Sandwiches, Burgers, Hot Dogs, Omelettes, Cheesecake and Fruit Plates can be ordered 24 hours a day.

Children’s selections are also available such as Chicken Fingers, Macaroni Cheese and Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches (all served with carrot sticks and potato chips), Cookies, Brownies and Ice Cream.

The Kid’s menu is available in all restaurants including the speciality ones (for which there is no charge).

An example menu is as follows:

Choice of Orange or Apple Juice
Plain or Cheese Burger with Fries
Chicken Fingers with Fries
Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza
Grilled Cheese Pickle and Chips
Hot Dog and Fries
Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches
Tossed Salad with a variety of dressings
Chocolate, Vanilla or Strawberry Ice Cream
Chocolate Sundae
Fresh Fruit Chunks
Vegetable Sticks with Ranch Dip

The Sports Bar aft of deck 11 opens from 5.30pm to 5.30am serving comfort food (similar to the Blue Lagoon on other Norwegian Ships) such as fish and chips, hot chicken wings, chicken tenders, salads and desserts.

A special Murder Mystery @ Sea lunch is held on Norwegian Sun once per cruise where guests eat from a set menu of Hearts of Romaine with Bay Shrimp, Roasted Chicken or Grilled Fillet of Salmon and miniature Chocolate éclairs whilst trying to decide who the murderer is.

(This differs slightly from the Presumed Murdered Lunch held on other Norwegian ships which is hosted by the Second City troupe).