// what to expect
Southern Lights Dining Room is a dining option with a cozy, Southern-inspired ambiance. This main dining venue offers a delicious and inviting atmosphere with modern design and vibrant colors, creating a lighthearted and casual vibe. This split-level venue, located on decks 3 and 4, provides breathtaking views of the ocean from three sides. It offers a varied menu of global dishes, from steaks to fresh seafood, providing attentive service and flavorful meals for a welcoming, homestyle dining experience.
// on the menu
Savor the pan-seared mahi-mahi or warm chocolate melting cake for an upscale dinner. This complimentary main dining room on Carnival Splendor offers nightly menus with bold, global flavors.
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Pricing
$0 (included in cruise fare)
Southern Lights Dining Room has no additional cost and is included in your cruise fare. This cozy main dining venue offers international cuisines with a warm ambiance, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Attire
Casual attire like jeans and t-shirts is acceptable for breakfast and lunch in main dining rooms, with no tank tops or swimwear allowed. On Elegant Evenings, formal attire (suits, dresses) or smart-casual attire (collared shirts, slacks) is required for dinner.
How to reserve
For the Main Dining Room, you will have already selected a dining style when you booked your cruise: either Traditional Dining, which assigns you a set time and table for the duration of the cruise, or My Time Dining, which gives you more flexibility. If you have "My Time Dining," it is highly recommended to make reservations ahead of time through the Cruise Planner to avoid long waits, particularly during peak hours. You can also make these reservations once onboard using the Royal Caribbean app or by visiting the dining room's check-in desk.
How to purchase
No purchase is necessary for Southern Lights Dining Room; access is included in the cruise fare.
Age restrictions
No age restrictions apply; guests of all ages can enjoy this complimentary main dining room on Carnival Splendor with vibrant nightly menus. Family-friendly kids’ menus are available upon request.