P&O Cruises' Iona offers an impressive selection of dining venues, catering to every occasion and appetite throughout your holiday. From stylish main dining rooms and casual buffet dining to Mediterranean favourites, Indian-inspired cuisine and gourmet speciality restaurants, the ship's restaurants are as diverse as the destinations you'll visit. In this guide, we'll explore the complimentary and speciality dining venues on board, helping you discover where to eat and what makes each restaurant unique.
Restaurants on Iona
Complimentary dining options
- Aqua
- Coral
- Horizon Buffet
- Opal
- Pearl
- Taste 360
- The Olive Grove
- The Quays
Aqua
Deck 6
As one of the four main restaurants aboard P&O Cruises’ Iona, Aqua offers an elegant yet welcoming setting for breakfast, lunch and dinner. With Freedom Dining, guests can enjoy meals at a time that suits them, making it a flexible choice throughout their holiday. Menus change daily, showcasing everything from comforting British classics and fresh seafood dishes to internationally inspired cuisine and indulgent desserts. For many guests, Aqua quickly becomes a favourite dining spot throughout the voyage.
Coral
Deck 7
Visit Iona’s largest restaurant for a delicious meal accompanied by panoramic ocean views. Coral is an inviting spot to start the day with breakfast, enjoy a leisurely lunch, or settle in for the much-anticipated five-course Celebration Night dinner. Boasting a classic main dining room atmosphere, it’s a fantastic choice for those who prefer a more relaxed and sociable cruise dining experience.
Horizon Buffet
Deck 16
The popular Horizon Buffet offers a casual dining experience with an impressive selection of dishes available throughout the day. Breakfast brings everything from freshly baked pastries and pancakes to cooked breakfast favourites, while lunch and dinner offer a variety of options including crisp salads, hand-stretched pizzas, aromatic curries, globally inspired comfort food and tempting desserts. Live cooking stations help to create a lively atmosphere, while the flexible dining style and ability to pick and choose dishes make it an easy option to drop into whenever hunger strikes.
Opal
Deck 6
Opal brings a sense of intimacy to Iona’s impressive dining scene. With its smaller setting and warm atmosphere, it’s an ideal spot to settle in and enjoy good food and conversation. As one of the ship’s four main dining restaurants, Opal serves a varied selection of dishes and offers the convenience of Freedom Dining.
Pearl
Deck 6
With ocean views providing a beautiful backdrop to mealtimes, Pearl is a wonderful place to admire breathtaking views and passing scenery as you dine. As one of the main dining venues, it serves everything from hearty breakfasts and light lunches to multi-course dinners, including a special five-course menu on Celebration Nights.
Taste 360
Deck 16
Fancy something delicious without straying too far from your sun lounger? Taste 360 brings street-food-style dining to Iona, pairing laid-back dishes with panoramic views out to sea. The rotating menu takes inspiration from destinations around the world, so you could find Spanish flavours or Norwegian specialities alongside crowd-pleasing favourites such as freshly made pizza, burgers and hot dogs.
The Olive Grove
Deck 8
A taste of the Mediterranean awaits at the popular restaurant, The Olive Grove. The diverse menu features a range of delicious dishes, including succulent seafood and grill options, authentic pasta dishes, and regional specialities. The surroundings continue the Mediterranean theme with stylish décor and a lively atmosphere. The Olive Grove is a complimentary restaurant, although a small selection of dishes may carry an additional charge.
The Quays
Deck 8
Can’t quite decide what you’re in the mood for? Head to The Quays, where a collection of eateries brings flavours from around the world together in one lively dining piazza. Watch as talented chefs prepare dishes at live cooking stations before choosing whatever takes your fancy. You might be tempted by flavourful Asian stir-fries, juicy burgers, or classic British fish and chips.
Speciality dining options
- Epicurean
- Keel and Cow
- Ripples
- Sindhu
- The Beach House
- The Glass House
- The Limelight
Epicurean
Deck 17
For a dining experience worthy of a special occasion, Epicurean is one of Iona’s standout choices. Classic British ingredients are given a contemporary twist, with beautifully presented dishes that place as much emphasis on creativity as flavour. Elegant surroundings, attentive service and ocean views add to the sense of occasion, making this somewhere to slow down and savour every course.
Keel and Cow
Deck 8
The Keel & Cow brings the flavours of a British gastropub, with hearty favourites ranging from hearty pies to prime steaks and grills. A selection of British ales, beers and cocktails completes the experience, making it just as tempting for a drink and something to eat as it is for a full meal. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, it’s an easy-going option when you’re in the mood for familiar flavours and generous dishes.
Ripples
Deck 8
Ripples is a family-friendly gelateria, where British and Italian influences come together in a tempting selection of artisan gelato. Keep things classic with a cone and your favourite toppings, treat yourself to an indulgent sundae or try something a little different with a gelato afternoon tea. Cookies and other sweet treats add even more choice, making Ripples an irresistible stop when you fancy something sweet during your day on board.
Sindhu
Deck 8
Fragrant spices and contemporary Indian flavours take centre stage at Sindhu. Rather than simply recreating familiar favourites, the menu celebrates regional Indian cuisine through carefully balanced flavours, delicate spices and beautifully presented dishes. Sumptuous interiors complement the food, turning dinner into an experience for all the senses and offering something distinctly different from Iona’s other speciality restaurants.
The Beach House
Deck 16
Transport your taste buds somewhere sunnier at The Beach House, where the menu draws inspiration from South American, Caribbean and Stateside cuisine. Expect bold flavours and satisfying dishes, with fresh seafood and grilled options sitting alongside favourites such as sizzling fajitas and succulent steaks. Add refreshing cocktails and beautiful ocean views, and you have all the ingredients for a fun evening at sea.
The Glass House
Deck 7
Great food meets great wine at The Glass House, where the two have been carefully considered together. P&O Cruises Food Hero and wine expert Olly Smith oversees the wine selection, while acclaimed Spanish chef José Pizarro is behind a menu featuring Mediterranean tapas alongside heartier main courses and indulgent desserts. Olly’s suggested pairings take the guesswork out of choosing the right wine, whether you’re stopping by for a few sharing plates or settling in for a full meal.
The Limelight
Deck 6
Dinner is only half the story at The Limelight Club. Combining a three-course meal with live entertainment, this elegant cabaret-style venue offers the chance to spend an evening watching talented performers while enjoying dinner at your table. The line-up varies between sailings and can include celebrated singers, West End performers and familiar personalities, so it’s worth seeing who will be taking to the stage during your cruise. Make sure you book in advance as this popular venue gets booked up quickly.
