Margaritaville at Sea Dining: Paradise, Islander and Beachcomber
Compare included food, JWB steakhouse, pizza and food-hall differences on Paradise, Islander and the planned 2027 Beachcomber.
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Margaritaville at Sea has enough ship-specific dining differences that a single fleet menu can be misleading. Paradise has High Tide Market, Islander has its own buffet and restaurant mix, and Beachcomber’s announced lineup belongs to a future ship.
Compare the included restaurants, adults-only venues and extra charges on each ship. Beachcomber’s announced dining program is listed separately from Paradise and Islander’s current service.
What matters for your decision
- Paradise and Islander both offer included burgers, pizza and main dining, but their casual dining layouts differ.
- JWB Prime Steakhouse and Far Side Sushi are paid options; a package is valuable only when its included visits match your plans.
- Beachcomber is planned for January 2027, and Islander’s High Tide Market rollout is also announced for 2027 rather than established current service.
Paradise: High Tide Market and simple included choices
Paradise's current dining page identifies High Tide Market as its food-hall choice. The counters include Mexican Cutie Cantina, License to Chill Sandwich Shack, Provisions Salads & More, Slice of Paradise and Frank & Lola's Pizzeria. Slice of Paradise is the dessert concept; do not mistake its name for the pizza counter.
Fins Dining and Cheeseburger in Paradise Burger Bar provide further included choices. JWB Prime Steakhouse, Far Side Sushi, specialty coffee and in-room dining add spending opportunities. Included pizza at the counter does not establish that a whole pizza delivered to the cabin is free.
| Ship | Dining distinction | Planning recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Paradise | High Tide Market, Fins Dining and Cheeseburger in Paradise | Use the included counters to keep a short trip flexible |
| Optional spending | JWB, Far Side Sushi, coffee and in-room choices | Price the actual meal or service before ordering |
Islander: buffet, burgers and a broader paid selection
Islander's dining directory lists Port of Indecision Buffet, Fins Dining, Mexican Cutie Cantina, Cheeseburger in Paradise and Frank & Lola's Pizzeria among its included options. That is a useful range for a family whose members want different lunches without reserving a restaurant.
The paid choices include JWB, Far Side Sushi, Island Eats and Tiki Grill, alongside coffee and in-room service. The official page marks both Island Eats and Tiki Grill adults-only, so neither should be planned as the default whole-family lunch. Check the actual venue restrictions before making either a priority.
The High Tide Market announcement schedules Islander’s conversion for 2027. Until then, its dining directory lists Port of Indecision Buffet. Check the refit schedule if you are comparing departures around the change.
| Ship | Dining distinction | Planning recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Islander | Port of Indecision Buffet, Fins, burgers, tacos and pizza | Good included variety; use the current ship directory for your sailing |
| Specialty options | JWB, Far Side Sushi, Island Eats and Tiki Grill | Island Eats and Tiki Grill are adults-only; check charges for every venue |
Beachcomber: published plans for January 2027
Beachcomber's restaurant page is an announced future lineup. The operator's seven-day cruise information places its introduction in January 2027. Menus, schedules and the final experience should be checked again close to departure.
The planned High Tide Market includes Kickin' & Pickin' Chicken, Sun Baked BBQ, Provisions, Slice of Paradise and Frank & Lola's Pizzeria. Additional included choices are announced around sandwiches, burgers, tacos and the Fins and Beachcomber main dining rooms. This food-hall mix is not identical to Paradise's.
Beachcomber’s planned paid concepts include Floridays, Frank & Lola’s Trattoria, JWB, Far Side Sushi and Dreamsicle Ice Cream. Frank & Lola’s Pizzeria is included; the Trattoria is a separate restaurant with a charge.
| Ship | Dining distinction | Planning recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Beachcomber — planned January 2027 | High Tide Market with chicken and barbecue concepts; two named main dining rooms | Treat the published lineup as planned and recheck before sailing |
| Planned paid restaurants | Floridays, Frank & Lola’s Trattoria, JWB and Far Side Sushi | Match reservations and package benefits to the exact venue |
Beachcomber’s $89 Prime Dining Package
The Beachcomber Prime Dining Package is advertised at $89 per person, ages 13 and older. It includes one JWB dinner, one Sparkling Brunch and a $25 Far Side Sushi credit. The JWB and brunch service charges are included in that price.
The sushi credit must be spent in one visit. It can cover the sushi bill’s 20% service charge, but not alcohol, mocktails or specialty drinks. Any remainder is forfeited, and the package cannot be shared.
Compare $89 with the meals you would buy separately, including their service charges. Someone who only wants JWB may spend less buying that dinner alone; the bundle makes more sense if all three benefits fit the trip.
Dining with children and picky eaters
For picky eaters, review actual menus rather than counting venues. A burger bar, taco counter and buffet may provide more usable variety than several specialty restaurants with narrow menus. Families can use the picky-eater guide to plan a few reliable choices before boarding.
On Islander, plan family meals around the included venues or eligible specialty restaurants. Island Eats and Tiki Grill are adults-only. Check children’s menus and individual meal prices before buying a package with an age minimum.
Choose the ship first, then the extras
Use CruiseGem's Margaritaville sailings to compare Paradise, Islander and future Beachcomber departures. Check the route and trip length alongside the dining differences. An appealing food hall alone does not compensate for an itinerary or schedule that does not suit the group.
For comparisons with other lines, see our guides to cruise burgers and pizza. Both distinguish included counters from venues with separate charges.
Once booked, save the correct ship's venue page and consult the daily program aboard. Hours and available dishes can change. Keep a reliable included meal in mind, confirm any dietary needs with the dining team and spend extra where the particular experience matters to you.
Your decision checklist
- Match every venue to the booked ship.
- Separate included pizza from paid delivery or trattoria meals.
- Check JWB and sushi prices before adding a package.
- Account for adults-only dining settings.
- Recheck Beachcomber and Islander’s 2027 plans close to sailing.
Questions travelers ask
Does Islander already have High Tide Market?
The official rollout announcement places Islander’s High Tide Market in 2027. Its current dining page lists Port of Indecision Buffet; check the sailing-specific update.
Is Beachcomber operating now?
The operator plans its introduction for January 2027. Its restaurant lineup is presented here as announced future service.
Is all Margaritaville at Sea food included?
No. Included everyday venues sit alongside paid steakhouse, sushi, café and in-room options. Inclusions differ by ship and venue.
Official sources and further reading
Sources checked September 20, 2026. Explore the original policies, destination guidance and provider information behind this article. Each description explains what you will find at the source.
- Margaritaville at Sea: Paradise: diningCurrent High Tide Market and included/paid venue distinctions.
- Margaritaville at Sea: Islander: diningCurrent buffet, main dining and specialty selection; Tiki setting.
- Margaritaville at Sea: Beachcomber: diningAnnounced future included and paid venues.
- Margaritaville: High Tide Market rolloutParadise introduction and 2027 rollout sequence.
- Margaritaville: seven-day voyagesJanuary 2027 Beachcomber introduction.
- Margaritaville at Sea: Beachcomber: Prime Dining PackagePackage-specific benefits and limitations.