Chicken lovers rejoice! While Shaq’s Big Chicken is one of the most popular complimentary fast casual restaurants at sea, it’s only available on a handful of Carnival’s larger ships. However, Carnival has introduced a new option for chicken lovers: Chicken, Waffles, and Waves.
The menu includes five different fried chicken options: classic, spicy, honey glazed, saucy tenders, and a burger. For those who may be disappointed that this venue has replaced the former BBQ joint, don’t fret! There are also two BBQ options (pork butt and beef brisket) on the menu as well as three popular sides (coleslaw, mac and cheese, and potato salad). And of course, what’s chicken without…waffles! Those are offered too!
Chicken, Waffles, and Waves is currently available on the Conquest, Glory, and Liberty.
Chicken, Waffles, and Waves is easy to miss! It’s located on deck 10 aft above the Lido buffet. Remember, it’s not nice to keep secrets, so be sure to share this information with all your cruise friends so no one misses out on this delicious new option!
Chicken, Waffles, and Waves is only open for lunch. Check on the HUB app or on your paper Fun Times for the exact opening hours for your ship.
Here’s the menu:
For those who would like to see the new dining room menus on Carnival, you can see the all new dinner and Seaday Brunch menus that began rolling out in January 2026 here:
Carnival’s NEW 2026 dinner menus
Carnival’s NEW 2026 Seaday Brunch menu
And you can see all other Carnival menus (specialty restaurants, complimentary fast casual, room service, etc) here:
And what about current drink menus?
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