Carnival Replaces Luke's With Fahrenheit 555 on Adventure, Encounter

Carnival Cruise Line will bring its Fahrenheit 555 steakhouse to Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter starting with the ships’ May 4, 2026 departures, as the cruise line continues updating dining across its Australia-based fleet.

The rollout also continues the transition away from Luke’s-branded venues that were tied to the retired P&O Cruises Australia brand and its collaboration with Australian chef and restaurateur Luke Mangan. Carnival has also confirmed it is planning a new burger concept, Carnival Topside Grill, while Bonsai Sushi Express is already operating on both ships.

First sailings and where the new steakhouse fits onboard

Carnival Adventure is homeported in Sydney and Carnival Encounter is homeported in Brisbane. Carnival said the first sailings with Fahrenheit 555 are planned to begin with the May 4, 2026 departures, with the steakhouse replacing Luke’s Bar and Grill on the two ships starting May 5.

• Carnival Adventure: The May 4, 2026 departure is a 12-night Fiji and South Pacific itinerary from Sydney, which Carnival identified as one of the first opportunities for guests to try the new steakhouse.
• Carnival Encounter: The May 4, 2026 departure is a four-night Airlie Beach sailing from Brisbane, also positioned as an early chance to experience Fahrenheit 555.

What Fahrenheit 555 offers and how much it costs

Fahrenheit 555 is Carnival’s specialty steakhouse, named for the temperature used to sear steaks. Carnival said the venue’s à la carte menu centers on premium beef cooked to a guest’s requested doneness, supported by seafood options, appetizers, additional main dishes, curated sides, desserts, and an expanded wine list.

On Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter, Carnival confirmed the steakhouse carries an added surcharge of AUD 77 (about USD 55) per person. Menu items cited by the cruise line include cuts such as New York strip loin, T-bone, and filet mignon.

John Heald, Carnival Cruise Line’s brand ambassador, said the format will match what guests find on other ships, telling Australian guests they will be getting “all your wonderful steaks” and “all the brilliant stuff” available across the fleet.

Reservations and how Carnival is handling existing bookings

Carnival has said reservations are required for Fahrenheit 555. Guests can book in advance through the Manage My Booking section on Carnival’s website, or reserve once onboard using the Carnival Hub app.

For guests who prefer direct assistance, Carnival also cited additional booking paths, including calling 13 31 94 in Australia, contacting a travel agent, or visiting carnival.com.au. Carnival has also said guests with pre-existing reservations for Luke’s Bar and Grill will receive an email explaining the change and how it may affect existing dining plans.

Bonsai Sushi Express is already open on both ships

Alongside the steakhouse addition, Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter now offer Bonsai Sushi Express. The cruise line described it as a made-to-order, Japanese-inspired option serving items such as sushi, sashimi, rolls, salads, poke bowls, and desserts.

In materials describing the rollout, Carnival has also noted the concept’s popularity on Carnival Luminosa. One timeline provided by the cruise line places the Bonsai Sushi Express introduction on Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter as of late 2023.

What is replacing Luke’s venues, and what is still to come

On both Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter, Luke’s Bar and Grill is being replaced by Fahrenheit 555. Carnival has also said it plans to replace Luke’s Burgers with a newly branded specialty burger outlet called Carnival Topside Grill, continuing the phase-out of Luke Mangan-associated offerings onboard the two ships.

Carnival has not yet announced full details for Carnival Topside Grill, including menu specifics, pricing, or whether it will carry an extra charge.

How the changes connect to Carnival’s broader Australia strategy and ship timelines

Carnival framed the updates as part of a broader effort to align dining across its Australia-based ships, including Carnival Splendor and Carnival Luminosa, which already have Fahrenheit 555. Carnival Splendor operates year-round out of Sydney, while Carnival Luminosa operates seasonal sailings from Brisbane.

Anton Loeb, Assistant Vice President Sales & Marketing for Carnival Cruise Line, said in a statement: “We are delighted to be bringing Fahrenheit 555 to all of our Australia-based ships, so guests can experience Carnival’s signature premium experience no matter where or when they sail with us.”

The dining updates are also arriving as the two ships move through different maintenance schedules. Carnival Encounter is undergoing an extensive dry dock in Singapore and is scheduled to return to service from March 5, 2026, while Carnival Adventure has a shorter dry dock planned for early 2027. Even with those differing timelines, Carnival has scheduled Fahrenheit 555 to be available on both ships starting with the early May 2026 sailings, with the next dining milestone expected to be the introduction of Carnival Topside Grill once timing is finalized.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When will Fahrenheit 555 launch on Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter?

Carnival has scheduled the first sailings with Fahrenheit 555 to begin with the ships’ May 4, 2026 departures, with the venue replacing Luke’s Bar and Grill starting May 5.

How much does Fahrenheit 555 cost on the Australia-based ships?

Carnival said the steakhouse has an additional surcharge of AUD 77 (about USD 55) per person on Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter.

How do I reserve a table at Fahrenheit 555?

Guests can reserve through the Manage My Booking section on Carnival’s website before sailing, or via the Carnival Hub app once onboard. Carnival also cited other options including calling 13 31 94 in Australia, contacting a travel agent, or visiting carnival.com.au.

What is Bonsai Sushi Express and what does it serve?

Bonsai Sushi Express is a Japanese-inspired, made-to-order option offering items such as sushi, sashimi, rolls, salads, poke bowls, and desserts. Carnival has said it is now available on both Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter.

What is replacing Luke’s venues on the two ships, and what is Carnival Topside Grill?

Luke’s Bar and Grill is being replaced by Fahrenheit 555 on Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter. Carnival has also said it plans to replace Luke’s Burgers with a new specialty burger concept called Carnival Topside Grill, but it has not yet shared full details on the menu, pricing, or whether it will carry an extra charge.