Celebrity World America features specialty dining covers ranging from $45 to $139 per person (plus 20% gratuity), with venues including Fine Cut Steakhouse, Raw on 5, Rooftop Garden Grill, Eden Restaurant, Le Petit Chef, Le Grand Bistro, and potentially Le Voyage by Daniel Boulud — the same lineup as the Edge-class ships.
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Celebrity World America is part of Celebrity's Edge-class family, which means it carries the same specialty dining lineup that made ships like Beyond and Ascent famous — and the same pricing that can quietly add hundreds of dollars to your final bill if you're not paying attention. Here's exactly what you're looking at.
What Specialty Restaurants Are on Celebrity World America — and What They Cost
As an Edge-class ship, World America's specialty dining lineup mirrors Celebrity Beyond and Ascent. Covers range $45 to $139 per person before the mandatory 20% gratuity is added at checkout. Yes, gratuity is added on top of the cover price — it's not included.
| Restaurant | Format | Estimated Cover (per person) | Gratuity (20%) | True Cost || |---|---|---|---|---| | Fine Cut Steakhouse | Set cover | ~$55–$65 | ~$11–$13 | ~$66–$78 | | Eden Restaurant | Set cover | ~$55–$70 | ~$11–$14 | ~$66–$84 | | Le Petit Chef | Immersive dining experience | ~$65–$85 | ~$13–$17 | ~$78–$102 | | Rooftop Garden Grill | Set cover | ~$45–$55 | ~$9–$11 | ~$54–$66 | | Raw on 5 | À la carte (see below) | à la carte | 20% on bill | varies | | Le Grand Bistro | À la carte (see below) | à la carte | 20% on bill | varies | | Le Voyage by Daniel Boulud* | Premium set cover | ~$100–$139 | ~$20–$28 | ~$120–$167 |
*Le Voyage is confirmed on Beyond and Ascent — availability on World America should be confirmed via your Cruise Planner closer to sailing.
Important on À la carte spots: Raw on 5 and Le Grand Bistro don't work like traditional cover restaurants. If you have a Specialty Dining Package, you'll receive a $40 credit at Raw on 5 and a $50 credit at Le Grand Bistro for dinner ($35 for lunch) toward food items only. Beverages, wine pairings, supplements, and gratuities are not covered by the credit — you pay those separately.
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Key Factors That Drive Your Specialty Dining Cost
1. Package vs. À la carte Celebrity sells Specialty Dining Packages covering multiple nights — typically saving you 25–47% versus booking covers individually. If you're planning two or more specialty meals, the math almost always favors the package. Packages are active from embarkation day, so you can use your first dinner the night you board.
2. That 20% gratuity is non-negotiable Celebrity adds 20% gratuity to every specialty dining cover and to every dining package at checkout. This is industry-high — and it applies whether you're happy with the service or not. Budget for it upfront.
3. À la carte restaurants will run you over the credit At Raw on 5 especially, it's genuinely easy to exceed the $40 package credit if you're ordering appetizers, premium rolls, and a shared platter. Plan to spend an extra $15–$30 per person beyond the credit at these spots.
4. Kids eat cheap Children 5 and under dine free. Children 6–12 pay $14.99 per child at specialty restaurants for both lunch and dinner. For families, this is a legitimate deal.
5. Suite guests get complimentary specialty dining If you're in a Retreat Suite, you're entitled to complimentary specialty dining nights. Book through the Shoreside Retreat Concierge at (877) 738-7328, option 3 — don't wait until onboard.
6. Captain's Club coupons are still valid If you have Captain's Club specialty dining coupons from your loyalty status, they're accepted. Use them before buying anything out of pocket.
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Practical Tips to Save Money on World America Specialty Dining
Buy your package pre-cruise in the Cruise Planner Celebrity allows package purchases up to 72 hours before sailing. Pre-cruise prices are consistently lower than what you'll pay onboard. Check your Cruise Planner as soon as it opens — typically 9–12 months before departure.
Book specialty restaurants on embarkation night First night of a cruise, the main dining room is chaotic and specialty restaurants are quieter. Some lines discount specialty dining on night one — Celebrity doesn't always advertise this, but it's worth asking your Maître d' when you board.
Lock in reservations onboard immediately Your first specialty reservation is made for you when you book a package. To amend it and book the rest, head to the Specialty Restaurant Reservation Desk as soon as you board. Popular slots — especially Le Voyage and Le Petit Chef — fill fast.
Cancel with confidence if plans change Packages can be canceled via Cruise Planner up to 2 days before sailing for a full refund. Once onboard, any partially used portion is charged at full individual cover prices — so don't buy a 3-night package and only use one night without canceling first.
Be strategic with the à la carte credits At Raw on 5, the $40 credit goes fast. Stick to the omakase-style options or share dishes strategically to stay close to the credit amount. At Le Grand Bistro, the $50 dinner credit is more forgiving for a full meal.
Budget Planning: Specialty Dining Cost for a 7-Night Cruise
| Scenario | Nights | Est. Cost Per Person (incl. 20% grat.) | Two People |
|---|---|---|---|
| No specialty dining | 0 | $0 | $0 |
| One cover (e.g. Fine Cut) | 1 | ~$72 | ~$144 |
| 3-night package (mid-range) | 3 | ~$150–$180 | ~$300–$360 |
| 3-night package + Le Voyage | 3+1 | ~$270–$320 | ~$540–$640 |
| Full specialty every night | 7 | ~$420–$560+ | ~$840–$1,120+ |
For a couple doing 2–3 specialty meals on a 7-night sailing, budget $300–$450 total as a realistic planning figure. That's before wine.
Want to run the full cost of your World America sailing — specialty dining, drinks, Wi-Fi, gratuities — all in one place? Use CruiseMutiny to build your complete budget before you book. You can also compare sailings and pricing through our booking partner CruiseHub.