If you’ve cruised with Royal Caribbean before, you’ve probably heard of Giovanni’s, but did you know there are two Giovanni’s restaurants in the Royal Caribbean fleet?
Over the years, Royal Caribbean has evolved its Italian dining offering, replacing the original Giovanni’s Table with a newer, more modern restaurant called Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen.
After dining at both, here’s a full breakdown of Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen vs Giovanni’s Table, including menus, pricing, and what to expect onboard.
Which Royal Caribbean ships have Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen vs Giovanni’s Table?
All of Royal Caribbean’s newest ships, including those in the Icon Class, have Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen. Royal Caribbean has been gradually replacing Giovanni’s Table with Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen during ship renovations as well, so the latter is becoming more common onboard.
Some ships even have a restaurant called Jamie’s Italian, although Royal Caribbean appears to be slowly phasing this restaurant out too.
Here’s a quick glance at which ships have which restaurant, as of 2026:
| Royal Caribbean Ship | Specialty Italian Restaurant |
|---|---|
| Legend of the Seas | Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen |
| Star of the Seas | Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen |
| Icon of the Seas | Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen |
| Utopia of the Seas | Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen |
| Wonder of the Seas | Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen |
| Symphony of the Seas | Jamie’s Italian |
| Harmony of the Seas | Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen (recently replaced Jamie’s Italian) |
| Allure of the Seas | Giovanni’s Table |
| Oasis of the Seas | Giovanni’s Table |
| Spectrum of the Seas | Jamie’s Italian |
| Odyssey of the Seas | Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen |
| Quantum of the Seas | Jamie’s Italian |
| Anthem of the Seas | Jamie’s Italian |
| Ovation of the Seas | Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen |
| Freedom of the Seas | Giovanni’s Table |
| Liberty of the Seas | Giovanni’s Table |
| Independence of the Seas | Giovanni’s Table |
| Voyager of the Seas | Giovanni’s Table |
| Explorer of the Seas | Giovanni’s Table |
| Adventure of the Seas | Giovanni’s Table |
| Navigator of the Seas | Giovanni’s Table |
| Mariner of the Seas | Giovanni’s Table |
| Radiance of the Seas | Giovanni’s Table |
| Brilliance of the Seas | Giovanni’s Table |
| Serenade of the Seas | Giovanni’s Table |
| Jewel of the Seas | Giovanni’s Table |
| Grandeur of the Seas | Giovanni’s Table |
| Rhapsody of the Seas | Giovanni’s Table |
| Enchantment of the Seas | None |
| Vision of the Seas | Giovanni’s Table |
Menu Differences
Giovanni’s Table Royal Caribbean Menu
Primi
Cheese & Cured Meat Board – An assortment of fine Italian cheeses, cured meats and pickled 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, horseradish, lemon oil and shaved Parmesan
Crispy Calamari – Tender squid rings lightly breaded and fried, served with fresh tomato sauce, lemons and garlic aioli
Giovanni’s Minestrone – A comforting blend of chicken broth, diced tomatoes and vegetables, tender macaroni, Parmesan and basil
Secondi
Pasta e Riso: All pasta is housemade and is available in half and full-size portions
- 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
Mare e Terra: Giovanni’s signature offerings featuring the best from land and sea
- 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 seared 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
Dolci
Tiramisu Classico – Layers of espresso and Kahlúa soaked ladyfingers with sweet mascarpone cream, a dusting of cocoa powder and a chocolate cigar to finish
Chocolate-Hazelnut Cake – Decadent cake with praline custard, chocolate mousse, Frangelico ganache and caramelized hazelnuts
Cannoli – Lemon and tutti frutti ricotta cream in crisp cannoli shells garnished with shaved dark chocolate and crushed pistachios
Panna Cotta – Creamy lemon custard with strawberry coulis, a touch of basil syrup and fresh mint
Assorted Italian Ice Cream
Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen Royal Caribbean Menu
Antipasti e Insalate
Assorted Meat & Cheese Platter – Chef’s selection of Italian meats and cheeses served with olives, pickles, breadsticks, and focaccia
Meatball Gigante – Sauteed spinach, mozzarella, marinara sauce, topped with parmesan cheese
Nonna’s Soup – Italian sausage, kale, cannellini beans, Asiago cheese
Giovanni’s House Salad – Redicchio, 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 oil
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 – Braised 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, 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
Dolci
Cannoli – Crispy shells stuffed to order with a sweet ricotta cream filling
Go Bananas – Nutella and banana stromboli
Mamma’s Tiramisu – Coffee-flavored Italian dessert, ladyfingers, mascarpone cream
Pistachio Panna Cotta – Served with raspberries
Chocolate Ravioli – Fried pasta dough, Nutella filling, dark chocolate sauce
Complimentary Limoncello – All the way from Capri
Pricing Differences
Pricing between the two restaurants is pretty similar, but they can fluctuate depending on the ship and when you book your reservation.
A way to save money is to visit Giovanni’s for lunch instead of dinner. Lunch is always cheaper, and the menu is often very similar to what’s offered at dinner.
| Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen Prices | Giovanni’s Table Prices |
|---|---|
| Lunch: ~$20 (pre-cruise) or $25 (onboard) per person | Lunch: ~$20 (pre-cruise) or $25 (onboard) per person |
| Dinner: ~$40 (pre-cruise) or $50 (onboard) per person | Dinner: ~$40 (pre-cruise) or $55 (onboard) per person |
Which specialty restaurant is better?
Both restaurants offer excellent service and delicious food. It really comes down to a difference in ambiance and menu offerings – Giovanni’s Table is classic while Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen is trendy.
If your ship has Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen, I’d definitely recommend trying it. If Giovanni’s Table is the option onboard instead, it’s still a great choice for a relaxed Italian meal.
At the end of the day, you really can’t go wrong with either!
