Norwegian Jewel Complete Restaurant Guide, Dining Hours & All Menus
This dining guide for Norwegian Jewel outlines every restaurant available onboard, covering both complimentary dining venues and specialty restaurants. Guests sailing on Norwegian Jewel can choose from main dining rooms, buffet dining, casual poolside options, and reservation based specialty dining. The guide includes menus, dining hours, and cover charge information tied to Norwegian Cruise Line’s More At Sea dining program to help guests plan meals before and during their cruise.
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Dining Hours Onboard Norwegian Jewel
Restaurant hours on Norwegian Jewel depend on the venue and may vary by itinerary or port schedule. The times listed below reflect common operating hours, but guests should always verify details using the Freestyle Daily newsletter or the Norwegian Cruise Line app once onboard.
Breakfast
Garden Café buffet: 7:00 am – 10:30 am
Main Dining Rooms: 7:30 am – 9:30 am
O’Sheehan’s: 5:00 am – 11:30 am
Lunch
Garden Café buffet: 11:30 am – 3:00 pm
Main Dining Rooms (sea days only): 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
O’Sheehan’s: open 24/7
Dinner
Garden Café buffet: 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm (plus late-night snacks from 9:30 pm – 11:30 pm)
Main Dining Rooms: 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Specialty restaurants: 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm (Teppanyaki: 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm)
All hours listed above are subject to change, check the Freestyle Daily or app for current hours onboard.
Norwegian Jewel Complimentary Restaurants
Norwegian Jewel features several complimentary dining options, including two main dining rooms that share the same rotating menu. These restaurants do not require reservations or additional fees.
Tsar’s Palace
Tsar’s Palace is the main dining room on Norwegian Jewel and serves breakfast, lunch on sea days, and dinner. The menu rotates nightly and includes traditional cruise favorites and standard entrée selections.
Azura
Azura serves as the second main dining room onboard Norwegian Jewel. While it offers the same rotating menu as Tsar’s Palace, the dining room is smaller and often quieter, making it a popular alternative during peak hours.
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For Haven Guests: Guests staying in The Haven can enjoy breakfast in Moderno Churrascaria and lunch in Cagney’s Steakhouse. This exclusive option offers a quieter, more personalized dining experience than the main dining rooms.
Garden Cafe
The Garden Café is the buffet restaurant on Norwegian Jewel and offers a variety of international cuisine throughout the day. Guests can expect hot dishes, salad stations, carving selections, and themed dinner nights during the sailing.
O’Sheehan’s Bar & Grill
O’Sheehan’s operates 24 hours a day and serves casual comfort food such as burgers, wings, sandwiches, and Fish and Chips. This venue is one of the most flexible dining options on Norwegian Jewel.
Sky High Bar and Grill
Located near the pool deck, Topsiders Bar and Grill serves complimentary grilled items including burgers, hot dogs, chicken, and ribs. Side dishes are also available, and guests can dine poolside or enjoy ocean views while eating.
Norwegian Pearl Specialty Restaurants
Cagney’s Steakhouse
Cagney’s Steakhouse on Norwegian Jewel offers a traditional steakhouse menu with premium cuts of beef, seafood options, and classic sides. Dining here requires a cover charge or a specialty dining credit through the More At Sea program.
La Cucina
La Cucina provides Italian specialty dining onboard Norwegian Jewel. Menu offerings include pasta dishes, pizza, and well known Italian entrees. This restaurant is open for dinner and carries a cover charge.
Le Bistro
Le Bistro is the French specialty restaurant on Norwegian Jewel. Guests can order French classics such as escargot, beef tenderloin, and dessert selections. Reservations are recommended, and a cover charge applies.
Moderno Churrascaria
Moderno Churrascaria is a Brazilian steakhouse featuring continuous tableside service of grilled meats. The experience also includes access to a salad bar and side dishes. This venue is part of Norwegian Cruise Line’s specialty dining program.
Chin Chin
Chin Chin is Norwegian Jewel’s complimentary Asian restaurant. The menu includes noodle and rice dishes, dumplings, dim sum, and additional Asian inspired selections.
Sushi
The Sushi Bar offers made to order sushi, sashimi, and Japanese small plates. This venue typically operates with individual item pricing rather than a fixed cover charge.
Teppanyaki
Teppanyaki features hibachi style dining where chefs prepare meals directly at the table. Menu items often include steak, chicken, seafood, fried rice, and vegetables. Reservations are required, and a cover charge applies.
Norwegian Jewel Dining Recap
Dining aboard Norwegian Jewel follows Norwegian Cruise Line’s Freestyle Dining format, allowing guests to choose restaurants based on preference rather than assigned seating times. With a balance of complimentary dining venues, specialty restaurants, and casual options located throughout the ship, Norwegian Jewel offers dining flexibility for a wide range of cruising styles. Reviewing menus, dining hours, and cover charges before sailing can help guests plan a smooth and enjoyable dining experience onboard.
