Aboard Holland America Line’s Nieuw Amsterdam, which sails to Canada, the U.S. Pacific Coast, Alaska, Mexico, Panama and the Caribbean, dining options are plentiful. With limited time on board, it pays to visit the ship’s standout restaurants—here are the top choices to prioritize during your cruise.
Morimoto By Sea © Aoife O’Riordan
Morimoto By Sea
Exclusive to Holland America, Morimoto By Sea showcases the cuisine of Chef Masaharu Morimoto with an emphasis on fresh seafood. Located next to Tamarind, this signature restaurant spotlights the line’s fresh fish program and inventive, shareable plates. A must-try is the Morimoto fresh tuna pizza, topped with anchovy aioli, Kalamata olives, red onion and jalapeño—a bright, savory twist on pizza. For comforting warmth, the Tori ramen features a creamy, hot broth poured tableside over soy egg, bamboo shoots and noodles. Main courses are dramatic and flavorful: try the crispy fried whole market fish or the Ishiyaki Buri Bop, where Pacific yellowtail is cooked tableside in a hot stone bowl. Finish with the theatrical chocolate sphere dessert, where hot milk chocolate sauce melts the shell to reveal ganache and marshmallow inside.
Tamarind © Aoife O’Riordan
Tamarind
Opposite Morimoto sits Tamarind, where flavors and techniques from across Asia are presented with finesse. Ideal for adventurous diners or those who prefer variety, the Satay sampler combines Malaysian lamb, Chinese beef, Thai chicken, Indonesian pork and Vietnamese shrimp with complementary sauces. The Panang red curry coconut chicken is a crowd favorite—rich, creamy and balanced with wok-seared vegetables, roasted peanuts and crispy lotus; you can choose your preferred spice level. End the meal with house-made sorbets that draw on Asian ingredients—such as lemon basil, yuzu and lychee—each offering a refreshing finish that cleanses the palate.
Pinnacle Grill © Aoife O’Riordan
Pinnacle Grill
For steak lovers, Pinnacle Grill delivers. The menu features 28-day, wet-aged USDA Prime steaks and an array of classic steakhouse accompaniments. Start with lobster bisque, poured tableside and finished with crème fraîche, then select a steak cut—filet mignon is a popular choice—or another preferred cut. Enhance the steak with house sauces such as shallot and red wine bordelaise, green peppercorn, béarnaise or a mustard and cognac sauce; the bordelaise is particularly well-regarded. Complete the meal with traditional sides like a baked potato or indulgent lobster mac and cheese for a truly satisfying experience.
Canaletto © Aoife O’Riordan
Canaletto
At night, part of the Lido Market converts into Canaletto, an Italian trattoria-style experience. While the ship may not dock in Italy, Canaletto recreates classic flavors with fresh ingredients and handmade pastas. Begin with burrata accompanied by pistachio-garlic gremolata, extra virgin olive oil and ripe plum tomatoes. All pastas are prepared fresh each day—standouts include the Italian sausage paccheri, served with tomato, ground sausage, black olives and Pecorino Romano. Finish with a rich chocolate hazelnut tart topped with Nutella and chocolate sauce for a decadent end to an Italian-inspired meal.