Princess Salty Dog Gastropub: 2025 Menu, Pricing & Opening Times

Princess Cruises introduced The Salty Dog Gastropub as a fresh addition to its specialty dining lineupmost recently debuted aboard Crown Princess in October 2024 and expanded to Emerald and Ruby Princess by mid?December, featuring rollouts aboard additional vessels as of 2025. It's a gastropub set within the Wheelhouse Bar, offering elevated pub-style dishes, craft beers, cocktails, and an international whiskey bar.

What's on the Menu? Dive Into the 2025 Fare

Princess publishes a sample menu available online. A more detailed PDF shows:

Cover Charge & Pricing

• $18$19 per person cover charge (often labeled as "cover charge" or "prix fixe")includes:

  • Appetizer

  • Two small plates (called "plates")

  • Dessert

• la carte plates are also available:

  • Cheese & veggie plates: $6 each

  • Burgers & more plates: $12 each

Appetizer

• Salty Dogs Dip Sticks: Crunchy bread sticks served with beer?cheddar fondue and smoked salt

Cheese & Vegetarian Plates (around $6 la carte)

• Emmenthal & Gruyre grilled cheese with creamed white tomato soup

• Wild mushroom saut (porcini, portobello, shiitake, crispy egg, truffle?garlic pure)

• Charred asparagus with toasted halloumi cheese

Burgers & More Plates (about $12 la carte)

• SDG Burger: Ground rib?eye and short?rib patty, pork belly, Gruyre, kimchi beer?battered jalapeo, charred onion aioli; served with a choice of truffle?Parmesan or sweet potato fries

• Beyond Burger (plant?based)

• Fried chicken sandwich with spicy mayo kale

• Wild caught calamari frites

• Spicy stout beef short ribs (stout-orange blossom honey glaze)

• Lobster mac & cheese with cheddar, Gruyre, Parmesan, truffled cream

• Beef short rib poutine (cabernet gravy, cheese curds, fries)

Desserts (included with cover, $5 la carte)

• Strawberries & cream (ricotta, honeycomb crisps)

• Bourbon chocolate pot de crme with salted caramel popcorn

• Coffee & doughnuts (espresso mousse, cinnamon?sugar jelly doughnuts)

• Lemon posset with pistachio crunch

Drinks & Bar Menu

• Craft beers: Budweiser, Corona, Heineken, Sierra Nevada, Chimay, Guinness, Strongbow cider, plus rotating taps

• Cocktails: Salty Dog Smash, Negroni, Old Fashioned, Whiskey flights, Bloody Derby, Tom Collins, Cosmopolitan

• Wines by the glass/bottle: Prosecco, Ros, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Shiraz, Carmenre

• Extensive whisky selection: Scotch, Bourbon, Japanese, Irishwith daily tasting flights

Bar Menu Highlights

The gastropub also introduces an international whiskey menu alongside daily flights. Popular whiskies include The Glenlivet, Glenfiddich, Talisker, Aberfeldy, Bushmills, KnobCreek, Woodford Reserve and more ($7$25/glass; $25 flight)

Craft cocktail standouts:

• Salty Dog Smash (Jack Daniels, lemon, mint)

• Negroni, Old Fashioned, etc.

Beer selection includes lagers, IPAs, Belgian ales, cidersall rotating and from craft brewers .

How Much Does It Cost?

• Cover charge: $18$19 per person, includes appetizer, 2 plates, dessert

• la carte:

  • $6 vegetarian/cheese plates

  • $12 meat/seafood plates

• Drinks & cocktails extra; prices range:

  • Beer & cider ~$5$7

  • Cocktails ~$8$10

  • Wine ~$9$18/glass

  • Whisky $7$25/glass; flights $25

Grease charges: 18% service, port itineraries add taxes .

Guests with Princess Plus or Premier beverage packages can dine free as part of their benefits

Dining Hours: When to Drop Anchor

• Typically open during dinner and late-night, around 5:30?PM to 9:30?PM

• Crew reports point to hours of 5:30PM9:00PM on select ships .

• Onboard forum users on Crown Princess indicate dinner-only service ending ~9:30?PM

• It's wise to check daily ship schedules (Princess Patter or app) for exact times.

Location & Atmosphere

• Located in the Wheelhouse Bar/Piazza area, combining bar seating and small tables.

• Designed with snug, English-pub aestheticsdark wood, leather, nautical decor.

• Often features live music (pianist or small band), enhancing late-evening ambiance

• Casual dress code: smart casual (e.g. slacks, dresses, collared shirts). Shoes required .

Guest Reviews: Love It or Leave It?

Guest feedback varies:

"Very much worth the $18... portions are large and desserts very delicious."
"We never needed a reservation... we love Salty Dog Gastropub."

yet some had rough experiences:

"Food service took 2 hours ... sweet potato fries were both overcooked and raw."

A detailed blog review of an Emerald Princess sailing offered a balanced view:

• Loved venue vibe and portion sizes

• Burger was huge (hard to eat), lobster mac & cheese tasty

• Drinks OK, dessert well-executed

• Verdict: Worth a visitsolid portion sizes and ambience, though not outstanding

FAQ: Your Quick Guide

1. Where is it on the ship?
Within the Wheelhouse Bar/Piazza on ships like Crown, Emerald, Ruby, Grand, Island, Sapphire Princess

2. Do I need a reservation?
Usually no formal reservation requiredwalk-in preferred. Some guests suggest showing up early to secure seating; some ships may allow same-day practice .

3. What's included in cover charge?
Appetizer + two small plates + dessert; drinks are additional

4. Are vegetarian/gluten?free options available?
Yesthere are vegetarian plates, and the menu notes GF, DF, veggie-friendly options .

5. Dress code?
Smart casual: dresses, slacks, collared shirts; no swimwear, no flip?flops in the evening .

6. Is it free with beverage package?
Yes! With Princess Plus or Premier packages, the cover charge and plates are included. Pay-per-view without package

Final Thoughts: Who Should Visit?

? Definitely consider visiting if you:

• Want a casual, elevated twist on pub fare

• Enjoy live music and a cozy bar vibe

• Are with drink packages (included meal package is a major perk)

• Crave something different from main dining

?? Maybe skip it if:

• Service consistency concerns you (some report slow service or cold dishes)

• Prefer standalone entres over small plates/sampling

• Expect perfection at every mealgastropub is comfort food with creative flair, not fine dining

2025 at a Glance: Quick Salty Dog Gastropub Summary

Wrapping Up

Princess Cruises Salty Dog Gastropub stands out in 2025 as a flavorful, relaxed escape from the main dining rooms. With its intentional pub feel, inventive small plates, craft beverage list, and inviting atmosphere, its a welcome addition for cruisers seeking something a bit different. At around $18?19 per person (or free with beverage package), its a relatively affordable specialty option onboard.

Its not perfectfood and service may varybut the positive experiences often outweigh the negative. If youre craving a great burger, creative short plates, or a cozy evening with music and whisky, this gastropub is worth testing out during your voyage.

Ready to Set Sail?

Book your Princess cruise, grab your sea legs, and drop inpreferably early eveningto the Salty Dog Gastropub. Enjoy the dip sticks, treat yourself to a Smash cocktail, and sample Chef Ernestos famed burger. Let me know how you liked itor if you'd like a photo carousel added! Royal Caribbean Hooked Seafood Menu