Royal Caribbean offers an array of unique dining venues and experiences that guest return for time and time again. Italian food is always a favorite option when dining onboard a cruise ship, and Royal Caribbean does Italian better than anyone. But one of the more confusing spaces that Royal has introduced has been Giovanni's. Royal offers both Giovanni's Italian Kitchen, as well as Giovanni's Table, making the confusion a bit understandable. But upon further inspection, we can see the big differences between these two restaurants, despite their name similarities. Here we are going to break down what each restaurant offers, and how they differ, so you can book your next Royal Caribbean cruise with confidence knowing exactly which Giovanni's will be onboard.
Giovanni's Italian Kitchen
Found on: Icon, Star, Wonder, Utopia, Odyssey, Freedom
Giovanni's Italian Kitchen is a Tuscan paradise. Here guests can enjoy modern Italian cuisine such as delicious flat breads and hand-tossed pizzas. Giovanni's Kitchen has a heavy focus on shared plates that guests can enjoy together. The meat and cheese platter is a tried-and-true favorite with a variety of cured meats and aged cheeses to try, the perfect start to your Italian meal. In addition to pizza there are several main dishes to choose from including the famous Classic Lasagna; the chef's favorite Osso Buco; and the delicious Steak Muffuletta.
Giovanni's Italian Kitchen Menu
ANTIPASTI E INSALATE
Assorted Meat & Cheese Platter
Chef’s selections of Italian meats and cheeses served with olives, pickles, breadsticks and focaccia
Meatball Gigante
sautéed spinach, mozzarella, marinara sauce, topped with Parmesan cheese
Nonna’s Soup
Italian sausage, kale, cannellini beans, Asiago cheese
Giovanni’s House Salad
radicchio, 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 oi
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
breaded 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 and 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
Giovanni's Table
Found on: Oasis, Allure, Liberty, Independence, Radiance, Brilliance, Serenade, Jewel, Voyager, Explorer, Adventure, Grandeur, Rhapsody, Vision
Similar to Giovanni's Italian Kitchen, Giovanni's Table focuses more on the pasta dishes. There are many incredible options including tagliatelle carbonara, gorgonzola gnocchi, seafood linguini, as well as non-pasta dishes ranging from garlicy herb prawns to seared filet mignon. The goal of Giovanni's Table is to be reminiscent of a home cooked meal served to you in a kitchen in Italy!
Giovanni's Table Menu
PRIMA
Cheese & Cured Meat Board
An assortment of fine Italian cheeses, cured meats, and pickles 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, lemon oil, and shaved parmesan
Crispy Calamari
Tender squid rings lightly breaded and fried, served with fresh tomato sauce, lemon and garlic aioli
Giovanni's Minestrone
A comforting blend of chicken broth, diced tomatoes and vegetables, tender macaroni, parmesan, and basil
SECONDI
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
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 served 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
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