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Drinks & dining on board your river cruise
Delicious meals, tasty drinks, and stellar service - there's always a cause for celebration with Emerald Cruises.
Exceptional dining on board our Star-Ships
Look forward to memorable dining experiences from the moment you step on board our boutique Star-Ships. With elegant dining venues and an attentive service team, your meals promise to be among the highlights of your Europe or Southeast Asia river cruise with us.
Discover fine dining on an award-winning Emerald Cruises river cruise and enjoy an array of delectable dishes.
Explore the unique flavors of the regions you sail through
We believe that food should reflect local flavors, which is why our menus take inspiration from the regions we sail in. Our chefs source local ingredients, creating meals that capture authentic cuisine no matter where your journey takes you.
River cruise drinks packages
While on board, a daily selection of complimentary wines, draft beers, and soft drinks are available to accompany your lunch and dinner. If you would like to extend our beverage service further to enjoy a range of drinks throughout the day and evening, why not choose from our carefully created drinks packages?
Premium package ($17.00 per person per day)
Enjoy a range of soft drinks and juices, as well as mocktails and non-alcoholic bottled beers. You’ll also have a choice of draft beers by the glass, as well as our red and white house wines by the glass.Platinum package ($33.50 per person per day)
For an alcohol-free beverage, take your choice of soft drinks, juices, mocktails, and non-alcoholic bottled beers. For beer lovers, enjoy a range of draft beers by the glass and a selection of bottled beers - and for wine connoisseurs, sample our white and red house wines or sparkling wine and Prosecco by the glass, or a selection of bottled wines^. You’ll also have a choice of house-brand spirits, cocktails, and mixed drinks to enjoy.^Red and white wine – bottles priced below $25 only
Wines and spirits from Chairman’s List not included in drinks packages
Extended package ($22.50 per person per day)
A daily selection of wines by the glass, draft beer, and soft drinks will be available to you throughout the day.Premium package ($32.50 per person per day)
Why limit your choice if you can have it all? The entire beverage menu is yours all day long: from a selection on draft/bottled beer to cocktails, mixed drinks as well as wine and Prosecco by the glass (sparkling wine).
Please note:
- All packages are available to guests of 18 years or older.
- Packages are applicable throughout the entire public areas and lounges only.
- Wines and Spirits from Chairman's List are excluded from all packages
- The mini-bar and the serving of beverages in your cabin are excluded from all packages.
- The packages are also valid on disembarkation day – this day is not charged.
- The responsible service of alcohol policy applies at all times.
- Beverages cannot be taken ashore due to local custom regulations.
- Both guests sharing a cabin must purchase the same drink package.
- Beverage packages are non-refundable and cannot be extended to other guests.
- Prices include the standard beverage service charge.
- Drinks package prices are subject to change
Discover amazing drinking and dining experiences
Food and drink are inherent in the culture of people and place, which is why we’ve incorporated exciting dining events into selected itineraries across Europe and Southeast Asia. As part of our EmeraldPLUS and DiscoverMORE collections, these special experiences are designed to bring an authentic taste of local life in the different regions you’ll travel through.
Our Star-Ships' restaurants & lounges
Contemporary, elegant, and welcoming - our onboard restaurants make each meal memorable. We recognize that dining on board is a highlight for many of our guests, which is why each space is carefully designed to ensure your complete comfort and enjoyment.
Our premiere on board dining spot
With open seating and elegant design, our Reflections Restaurant sets the benchmark in on board dining across our fleet of boutique Star-Ships throughout Europe and Southeast Asia. Here, savor delightful chef-prepared meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with dishes inspired by local flavors and a few favorites you may recognize from home.
Dine alfresco
A beautifully decked area in the forward of our European Star-Ships, The Terrace provides a lovely retreat from which to enjoy a light snack or refreshing drink. Depending on the ship, this partly indoor and outdoor space is a spectacular vantage point from which to soak up the scenery, whatever the weather. This peaceful setting is also a great spot to enjoy a drink as the wonders of the landscape pass by.
Unwind in style
Peruse our extensive drinks menu from the comfort of the Horizon Bar, the principal lounge area on board our boutique Star-Ships. Fitted with comfortable seating, a well-stocked bar, a dance floor and entertainment space, this is the premier spot to relax, unwind, or dance the night away at the end of another exceptional day on the river. During the day, you'll also find unlimited coffee and specialty teas here.
Find your zen
Exclusive to the Emerald Harmony, our Southeast Asia Star-Ship, we have introduced the Lotus Lounge, with a relaxing ambiance of dark wood tones and muted colors as you sail toward your next destination. Located in the forward of the Vista Deck, snacks will be available here throughout the day, as well as teas and coffees. Watch the endless horizons unfold as you sip your favorite drink and nibble on something delicious.
Look forward to memorable dining moments from the second you step on board your boutique Star-Ship.
Explore the delights of Europe & Southeast Asia
Whether it’s European culture or Southeast Asian traditions that have piqued your interest, you’ll find plenty of mesmerizing destinations with their own unique charms to discover on your luxury river cruise.
River cruising brochures
Your guide to Europe river cruising
Download your free Europe river cruise brochure to start planning your journey along the stunning rivers.
Your guide to Southeast Asia river cruising
Download your free Southeast Asia river cruise brochure to start planning your journey along the Mekong River to Vietnam and Cambodia.
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