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Whether you’re craving casual bites or gourmet meals, this guide will help you discover the best restaurants onboard Mardi Gras. About Carnival Mardi Gras. Mardi Gras, launched in 2021, is a groundbreaking Excel-class ship that redefines the cruising experience with its innovative features and diverse amenities. Restaurants Specializing in the Carnival and Mardi Gras Carnival. Get to to the point with this rundown of all the different Mardi Gras specialty dining selections. To put it another way, the prices at these eateries are higher. EMERIL’S BISTRO 1396 (A la Carte Pricing) What is the French Quarter if Emeril is not there? (For a limited time during the inaugural season on Mardi Gras, you’ll have your choice of complimentary dining at specialty restaurants Cucina del Capitano, Chibang! and Guy’s Pig & Anchor Cucina Del Capitano on the Mardi Gras works differently than some of Carnival's older ships as on the Mardi Gras this is considered an alternative to the main dining room. Guests on Mardi Gras can dine one complimentary time in Cucina Del Capitano and then each additional visit costs extra ($8 per person at the time of writing). Carnival Cruise Line’s new ship, Mardi Gras, is absolutely chock-full of dining venues, many included and some with an up-charge. To help passengers determine what’s open for which meal and Free Specialty Restaurants on Carnival Mardi Gras. A trio of specialty restaurants onboard Mardi Gras are being made complimentary for a "limited time," with no word from the line as to when that The Mardi Gras and her sisters are wonderful additions to the Carnival fleet and bring the BIG FUN that Carnival promised. And just as big as the fun is the food. So, without further adieu, here are the 12 Mardi Gras food venues that I tried, ranked from worst to best. I will also provide a rating for each. 12. ChiBang! – 4/10 With 22 different dining venues to choose from, and only 7 days to eat at them, this unofficial guide to dining on the Carnival Mardi Gras will help make sure you don't miss out on your "must try" dining options. Check out our quick guide by meal type, or scroll down for full details of all 22 venues, categorized by complimentary or upcharge. According to 16th-century etymology, the word “carnival”—carne (meat) de levare (take away)—entails a farewell to meat. No wonder this period, leading up to Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) is a free fall of deep-fried treats, from sugar-sprinkled fritters to beignets stuffed with locally grown vegetables. A Carnival Mardi Gras first, this restaurant with ties to celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse serves Cajun/Creole favorites in a New Orelans-style atmosphere. Located in the ship’s “French Quarter” zone, the bistro offers jambalaya, BBQ shrimp, fried oysters, gumbo, and muffaletta sandwiches for lunch and dinner. Cucina Del Capitano on the Mardi Gras works differently than some of Carnival's older ships as on the Mardi Gras this is considered an alternative to the main dining room. Guests on Mardi Gras can dine one complimentary time in Cucina Del Capitano and then each additional visit costs extra ($8 per person at the time of writing). Carnival Mardi Gras Overview. Carnival Mardi Gras is a state-of-the-art cruise ship in the Carnival Cruise Line fleet, renowned for its impressive size and an array of dining options. As the largest ship in the Carnival fleet, it guarantees an unparalleled cruising experience for its guests. According to 16th-century etymology, the word “carnival”—carne (meat) de levare (take away)—entails a farewell to meat. No wonder this period, leading up to Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) is a free fall of deep-fried treats, from sugar-sprinkled fritters to beignets stuffed with locally grown vegetables. Starting Summer 2025, 12 Carnival ships will sail to Celebration Key from eight homeports: From Miami: Carnival Celebration and Carnival Conquest. From Port Canaveral: Mardi Gras, Carnival Freedom, and Carnival Glory. From Galveston: Carnival Dream and Carnival Legend. From New Orleans: Carnival Liberty. From Baltimore: Carnival Pride The reservation fee is $146.32 USD per person on the following ships: Carnival Breeze, Carnival Celebration, Carnival Dream, Carnival Firenze, Carnival Horizon, Carnival Jubilee, Carnival Legend, Carnival Magic, Carnival Panorama, Carnival Pride, Carnival Radiance, Carnival Sunrise, Carnival Venezia, Carnival Vista and Mardi Gras. On these Cucina del Capitano on Carnival’s Mardi Gras. While Cucina del Capitano is normally an Italian specialty restaurant on Carnival with an extra charge of $18 for dinner ($6 for kids), on the Mardi Gras, it’s complimentary! A Carnival Mardi Gras first, this restaurant with ties to celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse serves Cajun/Creole favorites in a New Orelans-style atmosphere. Located in the ship’s “French Quarter” zone, the bistro offers jambalaya, BBQ shrimp, fried oysters, gumbo, and muffaletta sandwiches for lunch and dinner. When Carnival was looking to expand their offerings onboard Mardi Gras, they wisely looked at the roster of celebrity chefs already working within the larger Carnival Corporation family and Philly Cheesesteak fries are a big hit with grilled onions, melted cheese, and sliced steak on top. Stop by each day to try the new dishes as it is open daily from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Mardi Gras dinner doesn’t mean the day’s over, but it does give folks a chance to get together and share the fun they’ve had. From traditional choices to innovative options, experience them all! DINNER ON MARDI GRAS Bonus lunch tip: Some of the best dinner spots on Mardi Gras are also open for lunch! 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