Palomar Full Menu PDF - Norwegian Cruise Line
Palomar is Norwegian Cruise Line’s signature Mediterranean-inspired specialty dining venue, offering a refined menu centered around fresh seafood, premium cuts of meat, and bold regional flavors. With its relaxed-yet-upscale atmosphere, Palomar has quickly become a favorite for cruisers seeking a more elevated meal at sea. In 2025, Norwegian launched a new pricing model for the restaurant, making it simpler for guests to indulge in this premium experience.
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About Palomar
Palomar showcases the essence of Mediterranean cuisine through a menu built on seasonal ingredients and time-honored cooking methods. The restaurant’s welcoming vibe and carefully designed dishes create a dining experience that stands apart from the typical cruise fare. Whether you're savoring seafood or enjoying a hearty land-based dish, every plate reflects the vibrant spirit of Mediterranean coastal dining.
Palomar Menu Highlights
The menu at Palomar includes a thoughtfully curated selection of appetizers, entrées, sides, and desserts inspired by Mediterranean traditions. Starters include dishes like Tuna Crudo with sunchoke and shoyu, Grilled Octopus paired with fingerling potatoes and pickled red onion, and a classic Greek Village Salad made with tomato, cucumber, feta, and olives.
Main courses span both sea and land. Seafood lovers will appreciate options like Mediterranean Sea Bass served over saffron-carrot purée or Whole Grilled Lobster finished with olive oil and lemon. For those craving meat, highlights include a New York Strip with bone marrow butter and Grilled Australian Lamb Chops with Gigantes Beans. Every entrée comes with two side dishes—options include Honey Roasted Carrots, Patates Tiganites, and Grilled Asparagus.
Desserts continue the Mediterranean theme with indulgent offerings such as Galaktoboureko (a Greek orange-scented custard pie) and a rich Valrhona Dark Chocolate Mousse Cake topped with salted caramel popcorn.
Cost to Eat at Palomar
As of 2025, Palomar has adopted a flat-rate pricing model. Dining at the restaurant costs $60 per person and includes three appetizers, one entrée from either the Sea or Land section, two sides, and three desserts. Guests can also use one specialty dining credit, which covers the same meal structure.
Certain premium menu items—like the Colossal Black Tiger Shrimp, Whole Grilled Lobster, and Whole Fish for Two—come with a $25 surcharge. A 20% gratuity and beverage service charge is automatically applied to all bills.
Our Review of Palomar
We dined at Palomar during a recent sailing on Norwegian Prima and found it to be one of the ship’s most refined specialty dining options. The setting feels both elegant and intimate, with the choice of indoor or outdoor seating. While outdoor tables offer a poolside view, we preferred the more serene indoor atmosphere, complete with a view into the open kitchen.
Palomar also features an impressive wine selection, broader than many of the other venues onboard—an added bonus for wine enthusiasts. Service throughout the meal was attentive and well-paced, enhancing the overall experience.
The seafood really shines here. The grilled octopus was especially tender and packed with flavor, while the Dover sole was light, fresh, and subtly citrusy. While the menu leans heavily toward seafood, Palomar also caters to those who prefer meat or plant-based dishes, making it a solid choice for a wide range of diners.
Which Ships Have Palomar?
Palomar is available aboard several of Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ships, including Norwegian Aqua, Norwegian Bliss, Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Encore, Norwegian Luna, Norwegian Prima, and Norwegian Viva. For a similar upscale seafood-focused dining experience, guests sailing on Norwegian Escape, Norwegian Getaway, or Norwegian Joy can visit Ocean Blue or Bayamo by Ocean Blue.
Conclusion
Palomar is an outstanding specialty dining venue for guests craving Mediterranean-inspired flavors with a sophisticated twist. Its flavorful menu, stylish atmosphere, and simplified pricing make it one of the most attractive dining experiences on Norwegian Cruise Line. Be sure to reserve your table early—this popular spot tends to book up quickly.
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