// what to expect
Summer Palace is a main dining room inspired by Russian opulence. Its lavish decor with chandeliers and ocean views creates a sophisticated atmosphere. This main restaurant offers traditional cuisine to please every palate. Guests enjoy seafood, steaks, and vegetarian dishes, paired with fine wines. This venue is suitable for romantic dinners or family meals, providing a high-quality dining experience with impeccable service.
For a high-quality dining experience, consider Summer Palace for romantic dinners or family meals, where you can enjoy traditional cuisine, seafood, steaks, and vegetarian dishes paired with fine wines in an elegant setting with ocean views.
// on the menu
This complimentary Asian-inspired dining room offers must-try sweet and sour pork and vegetable lo mein for bold flavors. The sesame mochi balls are a chewy, sweet dessert standout.
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// know before you go
Attire
Smart casual attire, such as collared shirts, blouses, or dresses, is recommended for main dining rooms like Taste or Savor, with formal attire encouraged on dress-up nights. Avoid shorts, flip-flops, or swimwear to meet the dining dress code.
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 Summer Palace; access is included in the cruise fare.
Age restrictions
There are no specific age restrictions for Summer Palace, but children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.