Holland America Raising Prices on Speciality Dining in September

More price increases are coming to Holland America, this time to three speciality dining venues. Here’s what’s changing and when the changes are going into effect on each ship.

New Speciality Dining Prices on Holland America

Prices are going up at Pinnacle Grill, Rudi’s, and Tamarind. Here’s exactly what’s changing:

Pinnacle Grill Price Changes

• The cover charge for lunch is increasing from $15 to $19
• The cover charge for dinner is increasing from $39 to $46
• The supplemental charge for the 12oz lobster is increasing from $15 to $19
• The supplemental charge for caviar is increasing from $50 to $80
• The supplemental charge for the delmonico steak is increasing from $18 to $25
• There is now a supplemental charge of $45 for the tomahawk steak
• There will no longer be an extra charge for an extra appetizer (was $7)
• There will no longer be an extra charge for an extra entree (was $15)

Rudi’s Price Changes

• The cover charge for dinner is increasing from $49 to $55
• The supplemental charge for fruit de mer is increasing from $25 to $32
• The supplemental charge for caviar is increasing from $50 to $80
• The cost for an extra entree will remain the same ($15)

Tamarind

• The cover charge for dinner is increasing from $29 to $35
• The supplemental charge for lobster is increasing from $20 to $28
• The cost for an extra entree will remain the same ($10)

*Note that the supplemental charges are on top of the cover charge.

When will Specialty Dining Price Increases Kick in on Each Ship?

MS Eurodam: September 2, 2023
MS Koningsdam: September 2, 2023
MS Nieuw Amsterdam: September 3, 2023
MS Nieuw Statendam: September 6, 2023
MS Noordam: September 3, 2023
MS Oosterdam: September 2, 2023
MS Rotterdam: September 9, 2023
MS Volendam: September 6, 2023
MS Westerdam: September 3, 2023
MS Zaandam: September 3, 2023
MS Zuiderdam: September 2, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions on Specialty Dining Price Increases on Holland America

Q: Will Holland America honor current pricing for specialty restaurant reservations made prior to September 1st?
A: Yes

Q: Why is Holland America raising prices?
A: The official word from Holland America is: “We regularly evaluate our product offerings, service experience, costs, and efficiency. To remain competitive in what we offer and continue to provide a premium product, we have adjusted restaurant cover prices which are aligned with industry competitor pricing and still offer an excellent value.”

Q: Are specialty dining restaurants worth it on Holland America?
A: Some think so, some don’t. But keep in mind that the cost you’re paying to dine at these specialty restaurants is on top of what you’ve already paid (via your cruise fare) for the “included” meal you won’t be eating.