One of the best things about going on a cruise is the incredible variety of breakfast options. Whether you’re in the mood for something sweet or savory, you can find it at the buffet, main dining room, or through room service. You definitely don’t want to miss breakfast on your next cruise vacation!
Eggs Benedict
Eggs Benedict is a classic breakfast dish with toasted English muffins topped with poached eggs, Canadian bacon, and creamy hollandaise sauce. It’s a luxurious breakfast dish that is not easy to make at home. Most cruise ships also serve Salmon Eggs Benedict.
It’s best to order eggs benedict in the main dining room because they will come out more fresh. While if you get it from the buffet, the hollandaise sauce will have coagulated if it’s been sitting on the hot plate for too long.
Waffles
Waffles are a sweet breakfast dish that is crispy outside and light and fluffy inside. At some cruise ships, you can get fresh-made waffles from the waffle station and indulge in toppings such as whipped cream, maple syrup, berries, and chocolates. It’s a great way to start your day.
Omelets
Omelets are filling breakfast dishes that you can order from the main dining room, buffet, or room service. On most cruise ships, there is usually an omelet station where you can customize your omelet to include ham, bacon, cheese, mushrooms, spinach, onion, or everything!
Fresh Pastries
One of the most luxurious things about cruise breakfasts is the fresh pastries. You can indulge in these freshly baked goods by ordering a basket of croissants, pain au chocolats and Danishes to be delivered to your cabin via room service. Fresh pastries are also available at the main dining room and the buffet. It goes perfectly with your coffee or tea.
Fruit Plate
It’s always a healthy treat to order a fruit plate for breakfast. The typical plate includes tropical fruits such as pineapple, cantaloupe melon, honeydew melon, and watermelons- all artfully arranged to create a colorful presentation.
Pancakes
Indulge in fluffy pancakes for breakfast! They are usually available plain or in flavors like chocolate and blueberry pancakes. Top it with maple syrup, and you will have a wonderful treat to kick off your day! Check out 5 Cruise Buffet Tactics You Need to Know About- So You Don’t Overeat
Crispy Bacon
For bacon fans, be sure to order crispy bacon. These are perfectly cooked strips of bacon with an irresistible crunch. When at the buffet, don’t settle for bacon that’s been sitting on the hot plate; instead, ask the buffet staff for crispy bacon, and they will bring out a special batch just for you.
In the main dining room, always remember to request for crispy bacon, not the regular kind. And when ordering room service, make sure to specify that you want your bacon crispy! Check out 10 Most Annoying People at a Cruise Buffet You’ll Want to Avoid
Hash Brown
Hash browns are a favorite breakfast side dish. They are seasoned shredded potatoes, panfried, or baked until golden brown and crispy. They’re the perfect side dish to go with eggs and omelets. Check out 12 Things You Should Never Do at a Cruise Buffet
Smoked Salmon
Smoked salmon is a luxurious cruise breakfast dish usually served with capers and onions. It can also be eaten with bagels and cream cheese. It’s available at the buffet and main dining room. Check out 9 Cruise Main Dining Room Mistakes You’ll Regret Making
Chia Pudding
Chia Pudding is a high-fiber, protein-packed breakfast item available on some cruise ships. It consists of chia seeds soaked overnight in coconut milk and topped with fresh fruit or nuts. If you’ve never tried it before, order it on your next cruise; it’s delicious (and healthy!) Check out 7 Reasons Why You are Worse Off with Anytime Dining on Cruise Ships