The Wake

The Wake Overview

At the aft of every Virgin Voyages ship, stands The Wake — a two-story homage to the classic transatlantic ocean liners and a nod to old steakhouse, martini-lunch era of Madison Avenue ad men.

It’s the crown jewel of dining experiences aboard, where sailors can indulge in a premium selection of steaks and the fresh seafood.

While most menu items are part of the all-inclusive Virgin Voyages fare, The Wake also offers a selection of experience-enhancing premium items for an additional cost. These include aged Tomahawk steak and a raw bar boasting luxurious selections, from lobster to seafood platters, ensuring that there’s an opulent option for those special nights at sea.

Menu

The Wake serves brunch (with a few extra lunch items added at noon) and dinner.

Dinner Menu Highlights

• Hamachi Crudo appetizer
• Salt-Baked Dorade with caper lemon sauce
• New Zealand Lamb Chops

Dessert Menu Highlights

• The Wake Chocolate Mousse
• Baked Alaska
• Coconut “Panna Cotta” (vegan and gluten-free)

Drink Menu Highlights

• Filthy Bloody Mary for brunch (you can make it bottomless for $25)
• The Old Fashioned, one of The Wake Signature Cocktails
• Classic Filthy Martini
• For the wine drinkers, The Wake has an incredible and extensive selection of wines

Brunch Menu Highlights

• Poached Shrimp
• Brioche French Toast
• The Wake Benedict
• Hanger Steak and Frites (lunch item)

Premium Items

The Treat Yourself section of The Wake’s menu includes raw bar and grill premium items:

• Petit Plateau and Grand Plateau with lobster, oysters, mussels, shrimp, etc.
• Oysters
• Aged Tomahawk Steak

The drinks menu includes a wide selection of wines, spirits, cocktails and beers, as well as cold-pressed juices, specialty coffees and loose-leaf teas for brunch.

While food at the 20+ eateries aboard all Lady Ships and the Bimini Beach Club is included in your Virgin Voyages cruise, premium items are available to order for a fee. Premium items will be clearly labeled and their price provided on the menu.

Service and Atmosphere

Type of Service

The Wake is a classic steak and seafood restaurant, and one of the most luxurious experiences on board a Virgin Voyages cruise. It offers a unique dining experience that is sure to please any foodie. The atmosphere is elegant and sophisticated, with a nautical theme that adds to the overall ambiance. The service is impeccable, with attentive waitstaff that are always on hand to offer menu and wine recommendations.

Dress Code

Virgin Voyage’s dress code is “whatever makes you feel like the best version of yourself.” While they don’t enforce any type of dress code (ever!), The Wake’s upscale steakhouse atmosphere so you may want to make an effort. Resort casual for brunch and either resort casual or cocktail attire for dinner seems appropriate.

Ambiance

You know you’re about to embark on a special journey when you enter The Wake. The Wake takes inspiration from the nostalgia of classic ocean liners, with a grand staircase leading to the dining room and incredible views of “the wake” (see what they did there?).

Hours of Operation

The Wake serves brunch and dinner. The hours of operation vary depending on the day of the week or your cruise itinerary.

• Brunch is served daily from 8:00am to 1:00pm, with additional lunch items added at 12:00pm. On disembarkation days, The Wake opens early at 6:30am and closes at 9:30am.
• Dinner is from 5:45pm or 6:00pm until 9:30pm or 10:00pm

Check the schedule on your specific cruise by logging on to the Virgin Voyages app, then clicking on Discover — Ship Spaces — Eateries.

Reservations

The Wake is the most sought out restaurant on a Virgin Voyages cruise so reservations are recommended, though not required. Walking in might be difficult so show up early to get your name on the wait list and go hang out next door at The Dock House while you wait.

Dinner reservations for The Wake become available via the Virgin Voyages app 60 days before departure for RockStars and Mega RockStars Suites and 45 days for all other Sailors.

Brunch is available daily and you can book onboard.

Virgin Voyages allows one dinner reservation per restaurant on short sailings (1-5 days) and two dinner reservations on longer voyages (6+ days). You can make dining reservations on the Virgin Voyages App. Early booking for RockStar and Mega RockStar Suites 60 days before departure and 45 days for Cabins. Don’t be alarmed if you can’t book ahead of time—only 30% of the seating capacity is available for booking in advance; more slots open up once onboard. If you could not get a reservation or loved a restaurant and want to come back, they do reserve room for walk-ins, so stop by!

Experiences

The Wake offers a Bottomless Brunch with your choice of rosé, sparking wine, Mimosas, Filthy Bloody Mary, or a selection of beers for $25.

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