// what to expect
Ol Fashioned BBQ is a spot for a casual, Southern-style meal. This laid-back eatery offers smoky, slow-cooked barbecue, including mouthwatering ribs, pulled pork, brisket, chicken, and smoked beef. Guests can enjoy classic sides like mac and cheese, potato salad, scratch-made slaw, and molasses baked beans, all served on soft buns. Three delicious sauces—brown sugar, Kansas City, and spicy Sriracha—are available to enhance your plate. The venue provides a rustic, open-air vibe with a festive, down-home feel, where guests can line up at the counter for crew service, ensuring their plates are customized to their liking. This venue delivers bold, hearty flavors, making it a hit for barbecue lovers seeking a casual, finger-licking meal.
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// on the menu
Grab the smoked pork butt with Kansas City BBQ sauce and mac n’ cheese for a hearty, Southern-style meal. This complimentary Lido Marketplace venue offers classic barbecue favorites like brisket and ribs.
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// know before you go
Pricing
$0 (included in cruise fare)
Ol Fashioned BBQ has no additional cost and is included in your cruise fare. This Southern-style venue serves smoky ribs and brisket for lunch in an open-air setting.
Attire
Casual attire, such as shorts, t-shirts, and sandals, is recommended for quick eats venues like Guy’s Burger Joint or Blue Iguana Cantina. Swimwear with cover-ups is acceptable in Lido Deck locations.
How to reserve
Reservations are not available; access is first-come, first-served during lunch hours, typically noon to 2:30 PM on sea days, as listed in the Carnival HUB app.
How to purchase
No purchase is necessary; this Lido Marketplace station on select ships (e.g., Carnival Conquest, Freedom) offers complimentary barbecue items (e.g., pork, chicken) on sea days. Complimentary drinks (e.g., lemonade, iced tea) are available nearby, with alcoholic beverages ($7-$20) extra.
Age restrictions
No age restrictions apply; guests of all ages can enjoy complimentary barbecue dishes like ribs and pork butt on sea days. Children may need parental supervision due to crowded conditions.