Norwegian Jewel Main Dining Rooms

Norwegian Cruise Line created Freestyle Dining -- a flexible approach to dining in the restaurant of your choice, at the time that is convenient for you. The main dining rooms, The Azura and The Tsar's Palace, are the largest restaurants on the Norwegian Jewel. You can almost always show up without a reservation and be seated right away.

The Azura:

The Azura restaurant on the Norwegian Jewel is located mid ship on Deck 6. The Azura is the Norwegian Jewel's smaller main dining room, and is appointed in blue, purple, and deep yellow hues.

The Tsar's Palace:

Norwegian Jewel's Tsar's Palace restaurant transports you to 19th century Russia. Burgundy hues with green and gold accents, and clusters of faux Faberge eggs complete the décor. The Tsar's Palace dining room on the Norwegian Jewel is located aft on Deck 6.

Main Dining Room Fare...

For Breakfast:

On the Norwegian Jewel, breakfast is served in the Tsar's Palace (8:30am to 9:30am). The Express Breakfast entree includes scrambled eggs, Country Potatoes, Baked Beans, and your choice of grilled ham, bacon, or turkey or pork sausage links. The breakfast menu has three Daily Specials: Biscuit Benedict, French Toast (made with pound cake), and Huevos Rancheros. Also on the menu are seven fruit/yogurt choices as well as cereals. Main entree examples are Bagels with Smoked Salmon, Belgian Waffles, pancakes (buttermilk and chocolate), French Toast, omelets to order, and Eggs Benedict. Baked Beans, grilled tomatoes, turkey or pork sausage links, Corned Beef Hash, grilled ham, and bacon are sides.

For Lunch:

Lunch is in the Tsar's Palace main dining room from 12:00pm to 1:30pm. Anticipate a selection of nine appetizer choices that include Stuffed Potato Skins, Popcorn Shrimp, tomato soup, and Spinach Caesar Salad. Philly Cheesesteaks, Grilled Fish Sandwiches, Tuna Salad Sandwiches, and cheeseburgers exemplify sandwich options. There are typically five main entree selections, including Fish & Chips, the Spanish Frittata, and Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf. For dessert, Key Lime Parfait, peanut butter cup cheesecake, orange chocolate mousse, and fresh fruit, sherbet, and ice cream typify options.

For Dinner:

Dinner in the main dining rooms on the Norwegian Jewel consists of three rotating menus. Eleven appetizers include garden or Caesar salads, French Onion Soup, Vegetable Soup, Potato Gnocchi and Italian Sausage, Smoked Salmon Tartare, and Beef Sliders. Classic Entrees that are always available are pan fried flounder, lasagna, Grilled New York Strip Steak, Tagliatelle Pasta with Pesto, Spaghetti Bolognese, and Rotisserie Chicken. The Daily Featured main entree choices include Basil Chicken, Red Lentil Coconut Curry, Yankee Beef Pot Roast, Linguine with Clams, and broiled salmon. For dessert, we suggest the pecan pie, the Opera Cake, or the Warm Chocolate Volcano! Dinner is served from 5:00pm to 9:30pm in both main dining rooms on the Norwegian Jewel.

Tips for the Norwegian Jewel's Main Dining Rooms

• Bare feet, jeans, shorts, tank tops, and swim wear are not permitted. As a rule, shorts and jeans are not permitted after 6:00pm. For gentlemen, smart casual such as slacks and polo style shirts are more appropriate at dinner time.
• Meals are no cost, but special beverages, wines, beer, and soft drinks may be purchased via current bar menu.
• When ordering steaks and other meats, specify your grilling preference

Tips for Norwegian Jewel Main Dining Rooms

• Bare feet, jeans, shorts, tank tops, and swim wear are not permitted. As a rule, shorts and jeans are not permitted after 6:00pm. For gentlemen, smart casual such as slacks and polo style shirts are more appropriate at dinner time.
• Meals are no cost, but special beverages, wines, beer, and soft drinks may be purchased via current bar menu. When ordering steaks and other meats, specify your grilling preference.

Guest Reviews of the Norwegian Jewel's Main Dining Rooms

• Both main dining rooms on Norwegian Jewel have recently received good to excellent reviews for food quality.
• The Azura's more contemporary look, in comparison to the opulence of Tsar's Palace, has been a little disappointing for some. However, keep in mind that both restaurants serve the same menu -- this is simply a matter of preference in decor.
• Send us your review of Norwegian Jewel's main dining rooms! We need your thoughts on what you liked about the restaurant, and, what you think could be improved. Use the form at the bottom of this page to let us know your impressions.

NCL Freestyle Dining on the Norwegian Jewel

Throughout your Norwegian Jewel cruise, you'll be able to savor cuisine as you wish on your time! From 5:00pm to 9:30pm, both main dining rooms provide first come, first serve seating. Wait time is usually 20 minutes, and parties of ten plus may be accommodated at different tables. All tips / the tipping policy for the main dining room does apply. Check out our article on NCL Freestyle Dining for additional information.