Alternative Dining on the Oasis of the Seas

Chops Grille:

Located on Deck 8, Chops Grille on the Oasis of the Seas awaits you. This classic, five star restaurant is perfect for special occasions, and your wine list at Chops Grille is the best to be found on your cruise! Tuna Tartarre and crab cakes are among appetizers, and your main entree choices include Filet Mignon, a variety of cuts of steak, fish, and grilled meats. The sauces for your steaks, such as peppercorn, wine reduction, and bearnaise, are very much worth your while! Desserts on your menu include the Mississippi Mud Pie (which receives excellent guest reviews) and Apple Pudding. 

Chops Grille is one of the most popular restaurants on the Oasis of the Seas, and, reservations are required. It is advised that you book early as the Chops Grille will sell out. You can make reservations as soon as you board the ship; however, the best way is to make them when you do online check-in well before you get on board the ship.

There is a 49.99 USD charge per diner at Chop's Grille for dinner, and 21.99 USD for lunch.

Solarium Bistro:

On Deck 15, the Solarium Bistro on the Oasis of the Seas provides upscale complimentary breakfasts and lunch buffet. Dinner at your table is 20 USD per person. Here you'll find gluten free bread, shrimp, salads, vegetarian entrees, Ratatouille baked in eggplant, soups, salmon, a variety of side dishes, and a dessert buffet among other menu choices. Check when aboard for hours.

Chef's Table:

Enjoy your five course epicurean dining experience at the elegant yet cozy Chef's Table. Following champagne, the sommelier pairs each delightful entree with the perfect wine. This venue does require formal attire, and we recommend more time than typical for this classic gourmet repast! The Chef's Table starts at 95 USD per person.

Johnny Rockets:

Starboard aft on Deck 6, in retro '50's atmosphere, enjoy burgers and fries among other diner treats for 9.95 USD. If you haven't heard of them, Johnny Rockets is the land-based hamburger chain that is a feature of many major tourist destinations. As far as hamburgers go, Johnny Rockets on Royal Caribbean are some of the best you will find at sea (the milk shakes and fries are rather good as well). The whole Johnny Rockets experience is fun -- from the individual jukeboxes and old-fashioned soda-fountain straw stands at each table to the waitstaff and cooks who regularly get up and dance to certain songs from the '50's and '60's, Johnny Rockets on the Oasis of the Seas is a great casual dining venue.

150 Central Park:

Starboard and aft on Deck 8, 150 Central Park on the Oasis of the Seas is the finest dining experience offered on any Royal Caribbean ship. Gazpacho, braised beef, salmon medallions, duck, sea scallops, cheese selections, vegetarian dishes, and desserts are exemplary of menu items for 49.99 USD per person at this upscale Manhattan restaurant. At additional cost, there's a 6 course dinner with wine pairing which receives great guest reviews! Dress for 150 Central Park is more formal than casual. Gentlemen will feel most comfortable in suits. 

Giovanni's Table:

Zuppa, Antipasti per Due, Focaccia al la Giovanni, pastas, ravioli, pepper crusted tuna, chicken breasts, and veal main entrees and desserts such as mascarpone mousse and cannoli are sample menu items at Giovanni's Table on the Oasis of the Seas. Lunch is 20 USD and dinner is 39.99 USD per person at Giovanni's Table. Smart casual attire is recommended. Giovanni's Table receives good reviews for food quality and staff service. Giovanni's Table is mid ship and starboard on Deck 8.

Izumi Japanese Cuisine:

A la Carte signature rolls are on the of Oasis of the Seas' Izumi Japanese restaurant menu. The sushi rolls include Snow Crab California, Box salmon & Crab, Box Yellowtail Tuna, Shrimp Tempura, and Champagne Salmon. Food and beverages at Izumi are at current menu prices. Pan Asian fare is 49.99 per person and Hibachi entrees are 45 USD per person. We suggest smart casual attire, and that you check when on for hours open. Izumi is located port side and aft of the casino on Deck 4.

Portside BBQ:

Open for lunch, dinner, and late night dining, the Portside BBQ on the Oasis of the Seas is THE place to go for Southern comfort food favorites! The lunch and late night menus include delectable sandwiches composed of hand pulled pork, smoked turkey, or beef brisket that are served with coleslaw and French Fries. Smoked chicken wings and a smoked jumbo turkey leg are also main entree choices. Barbecue chicken, chicken fingers, and mac & cheese are on the kiddie menu. For dessert, Banana Dream and Chocolate Brookie are your options. For dinner, in addition to the lunch and late night entrees, the menu also boasts Build Your Best BBQ Combo! Pick two or three meats from a list that includes Beef Brisket, Hand Pulled pork, Barbecue Chicken, Spare Ribs, Burnt Ends, Sausage Links, and Smoked Turkey, choose two sides (Mac & Cheese, Coleslaw, French Fries, Corn Bread, Baked Beans, and Corn on the Cob), and one dessert (Banana Dream or Chocolate Brookie). Not including drinks, prices range from 4.50 to about 20 USD. Portside BBQ is aft and port side on Deck 15 of the Oasis of the Seas. Enjoy!

Tips for Alternative Restaurants on the Oasis of the Seas

• Menu for Chops Grille on Royal Caribbean
• Menu for 150 Central Park on Royal Caribbean
• We recommend making your pre-confirmation reservations online (during the check-in process) or with Royal Caribbean's Ship Services as soon as possible after booking.
• You may make your reservations the first day of your cruise, but with this is a risky option for all specialty restaurants.
• Royal Caribbean offers special reservations packages before you board, which include booking reservations for Chops Grille.
• You'll feel most comfortable at the supper club in elegant attire on formal evenings, but otherwise smart casual is suggested.
• How much should I tip at alternative restaurants on the Oasis of the Seas? First, bear in mind that all alcoholic beverages that you pay for will have a gratuity added. The cover charge does include gratuity; however, you may wish to consider giving an extra gratuity to the waiter or waitress who has served you. An appropriate amount is to estimate the value of the meal you ordered if you ordered it on land and tip 15-20% based on that cost. If you feel that the value of the meal was 50 USD were you to order it in a land-based restaurant, you should tip 7.50-10 USD. It is certainly your discretion not to tip, but the waiters serving you are some of the best on the ship and should be rewarded if they provided you with an exceptional dining experience.