MSC Cruises Dining Information

On an MSC Cruise you will experience the flavors and aromas of authentic Italian cuisine, including signature pasta dishes and seafaring and grilled favorites. Throughout your voyage you can dine al fresco at the informal on-deck buffets, choose to dress up or stay casual for evening dinner and then stop by the midnight buffet for a late night snack.

Main Dining Room Policies: MSC guests are assigned to one of two seatings in the main dining room for their evening meal, early or late. The early and late seating times can vary by ship or itinerary, but are usually at around 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., respectively. Dinner seating preferences may be requested at the time of booking, but are not guaranteed.

Dress Code: With the exception of two formal nights, dress is resort casual attire after 6 p.m. Slacks and a sport shirt are appropriate for men (no jeans), while women are advised to wear slacks and blouse, a sundress or a pantsuit. For formal dinners, men should wear a dark suit or tuxedo, and women should wear an evening gown or cocktail dress. No jeans, t-shirts, shorts, or bare feet are allowed on the ship after 6 p.m.

Beverage Policy: All beverages except tea and water extra. Juice and coffee free with breakfast.

Special Requests: Special meals are available including low-calorie, vegetarian, no MSG, low/no sodium and low/no cholesterol meals, as well as sugar-free and fat-free desserts. Kosher meals are available on all ships and itineraries for an additional charge of $15 per passenger, per day. Kosher meals must be ordered at least 14 days prior to sailing.

All dining rooms onboard MSC Cruises ships are smoke-free.

Click on any ship name below for more detailed information about the dining options for each MSC Italian ship: