Mediterranean Odyssey

One thing you will never be on this cruise is hungry. From a quick bite poolside to a formal five-course affair (yes, we are still talking about food here), our chefs know how to orchestrate a truly memorable dining experience. Whether you're in the mood for a filet mignon in the intimate Pinnacle Grill, a burger and fries by the pool, or a low carb, kosher, vegan meal on your verandah, the choice is always yours.

Elegant dining options include:

• The Pinnacle Grill: an intimate, reservations-only restaurant featuring Sterling Silver premium beef, seafood dishes inspired by the Mediterranean and many select wines rated "Excellent" by Wine Spectator, not to mention, distinctive Bvlgari china, Riedel stemware and Frette linens.
• The Main Dining Room: five-course menus, from continental cuisine to vegetarian and low-carb, plus, an extensive wine list, all beautifully served in this elegant panoramic dining room.

Relaxed dining options include:

• Lido Restaurant: dine indoors or out—for breakfast, lunch and dinner. This restaurant with a totally relaxed ambiance, features a variety of fresh, cooked-to-order specialties.
• Terrace Grill: wear your swimsuit and dine right on deck while you feast on delicious freshly prepared foods.

Additional options include:

• Explorations Café featuring pastries and espresso drinks
• Daily afternoon tea service, elevated to Royal Dutch High Tea once per cruise
• Ice cream bar featuring complimentary treats
• Complimentary hors d'oeuvres during cocktail hour
• Hand-dipped chocolates in the Explorer's Lounge after dinner
• Late-night buffet and chocolate extravaganza in the Lido Restaurant—just in case you didn't get enough to eat already!
• Complimentary 24-hour room service.

If you're in the mood to dine in style, make a b-line to the Main Dining Room. Each evening your server will present menus of sumptuous five-course selections, from appetizers and drinks to entrées and dessert, while a quartet plays soft dinner music. Savor seared sea scallops, filet mignon topped with crab and Hollandaise, and wines rated "excellent" by The Wine Spectator. Fresh herbs and imaginative combinations make lighter fare an equally tempting choice. We gladly offer a kosher menu and can easily meet special dietary needs upon request.

• Elegant five-course meals featuring signature dishes
• Menu design under the direction of Master Chef Rudi Sodamin
• Executive chefs who have been inducted into the prestigious Confrérie de la Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, an international food and wine society
• Fine Rosenthal China and sparkling stemware on crisp white table linens
• Two expert servers per table, selected for their proven abilities to remember guest preferences
• Knowledgeable wine stewards adept at pairing wine with food
• Surrounding panoramic ocean views, as well as fine art and antiques
• A choice of four dinner seatings—eat early or late or something in between

The Pinnacle Grill offers a level of elegant sophistication unmatched anywhere on the seven seas. Guests who dine at the intimate, reservations-only Pinnacle Grill will enjoy candlelight and fine décor, creating a romantic ambiance that sets the stage for fresh dishes and select wines. Creative and innovative menus, drawing from regional ingredients of the highest quality, will delight the palate and ignite the senses.

• Aged Sterling Silver beef, known for its superior marbling, taste and tenderness
• Fresh seafood dishes such as Cedar-planked Halibut with Alaskan King Crab Hollandaise or Dungeness Crab Cakes
• An extensive wine list featuring many selections rated "Excellent" by Wine Spectator
• Luxurious appointments including Bvlgari® china, Riedel® stemware and Frette® linens
• Intimate, reservations-only dining

The Lido Restaurant—with its pool and terrace on one side and the ocean all around—is the hallmark of the ms Westerdam. It features an extensive menu, such as carved meats, fresh seafood, fruits and vegetables, pastas, and salads. And as always, impeccable service provided by our attentive, yet unobtrusive staff, is never far away.

• Bountiful breakfasts, featuring fresh-squeezed orange juice, cooked-to-order omelets, pancakes, fresh fruits, natural cereals, and yogurts
• Lunch cuisine from around the world, including Asian stir-fry, traditional Mexican dishes, Sushi, pizza, pasta, gourmet sandwiches, and an extensive salad bar
• Made-to-order dinner entrées and tableside waiter service
• Dine indoors in the air-conditioned comfort or enjoy the fresh air on deck

Whether indoors or out, you can, enjoy a relaxed delicious meal at the Terrace Grill.

• Got an appetite for American cuisine? Get grilled hamburgers and hot dogs with all the trimmings
• Assemble your own creation at the Festive Taco Bar
• Beverages available from the Terrace Bar