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Carnival Vista Bars (with menus and prices)
Carnival Vista has 14 different bars and lounges where you can enjoy a beer or cocktail. Below you can see all the different bars that can be found on Vista along with their current menus and prices.
What bars are on the Carnival Vista?
Alchemy Bar
Located on Deck 5 Mid on the Carnival Vista.
Alchemy Bar is Carnival's signature high-end cocktail bar. It's an excellent place for pre- or post-dinner drinks. Here, experienced bartenders whip up some delicious, hand-crafted cocktails. If you want to try a bunch, stop by when you see "Martini Tasting" on the FunTimes, and you try four smaller portions.
Alchemy Bar Menu
Menu is from January 2026.
Atrium Bar
Located on Deck 3 Mid on the Carnival Vista.
On Carnival, the Atrium is the heart of the cruise ship, and this bar is right in the middle of it. Stop by for a drink before dinner or grab a cocktail before one of the parties Carnival hosts in this space.
Atrium Bar Menu
Menu is from January 2026.
BlueIguana Tequila Bar
Located on Deck 10 Mid on the Carnival Vista.
The Blue Iguana Tequila Bar is a pool-side bar located by the Lido Pool on almost every Carnival ship except for the Excel-class and Venice-class ships.
BlueIguana Tequila Bar Menu
Menu is from January 2026.
Fahrenheit 555 Bar
Located on Deck 5 Mid on the Carnival Vista.
Fahrenheit 555 is Carnival's signature steakhouse onboard their ships. On the Vista and Excel class ships, the bar is accessible to all guests and it makes a great stop for a pre-dinner drink.
The Fahrenheit 555 Bar is part of Carnival's specialty steakhouse, but on the Vista, the bar is open to anyone. During dinner time, the partition to the Piano Bar opens for live piano music.
Fahrenheit 555 Bar Menu
Menu is from January 2026.
Havana Bar
Located on Deck 5 Aft on the Carnival Vista.
The Havana Bar is open to all guests and this venue is usually filled with lively Latin music each night. During the day, it's a great place to relax with a game of dominos or attend an event.
The outside portion of the Havana Bar is only open to guests staying in Havana cabins.
Havana Bar Menu
Menu is from Carnival Panorama, June 2025.
Heroes Tribute Bar
Located on Deck 4 Mid on the Carnival Vista.
The Heroes Tribute Bar and Lounge is a new venue from Carnival that honors the men and women that have served our country. It doubles as the sports bar with large TV showing games throughout the cruise. Note: on the Excel Class ships, the lounge does not have a dedicated bar and instead shared the bar from Guy's Pig & Anchore Smokehouse / Brewhouse.
Heroes Tribute Bar Menu
Menu is from Carnival Panorama, June 2025.
Java Blue Cafe
Located on Deck 5 Mid on the Carnival Vista.
JavaBlue Cafe is the premier coffee place that's on board about half of the Carnival ships.
Java Blue Cafe Menu
Menu is from Carnival Vista, June 2026.
Limelight Lounge
Located on Deck 4 Mid on the Carnival Vista.
Limelight Lounge is home to shows, dancing, and comedy over the course of the cruise.
Limelight Lounge Menu
Menu is from January 2026.
Ocean Plaza Bar
Located on Deck 5 Mid on the Carnival Vista.
Ocean Plaza is located on the main promenade and is a great place to grab a drink before an activity happening in Ocean Plaza or if you'd like to grab a drink and sit outside on the Lanai.
Ocean Plaza Bar Menu
Menu is from Carnival Panorama, June 2025.
Piano Bar 88
Located on Deck 5 Mid on the Carnival Vista.
Piano Bar 88 is Carnival's piano bar that's hopping every night. Here you can find all your usual staples as well as some custom cocktails.
Piano Bar 88 Menu
Menu is from January 2026.
RedFrog Pub and Brewery
Located on Deck 5 Mid on the Carnival Vista.
The Red Frog Pug and Brewery was the first brewery at sea. It's only located on the Carnival Vista, all other new ships instead have Guy's Pig and Anchor Brewhouse. Here, the onboard brewmaster creates ThirstyFrog beers for guests on board.
RedFrog Pub and Brewery Menu
Menu is from Carnival Vista, March 2025.
RedFrog Rum Bar
Located on Deck 10 Mid on the Carnival Vista.
You can find the RedFrog Rum Bar next to the Lido Pool on almost every Carnival ship. It is different from the RedFrog Pub, which is usually an inside bar on the Promenade level of the ship.
RedFrog Rum Bar Menu
Menu is from January 2026.
Serenity Pool Bar
Located on Deck 15 Forward on the Carnival Vista.
The Serenity Area is the adults-only (21+) area that's found on every Carnival ship (you can learn more about it here). This area is also home to this bar which serves some special cocktails that are great to sip while enjoying some peace and quiet.
Serenity Pool Bar Menu
Menu is from January 2026.
Tides Pool Bar
Located on Deck 10 Aft on the Carnival Vista.
The Tides Bar is the outdoor bar on the aft, or back, of the ship by the Tides Pool. Whether you want a delicious frozen cocktail or a can of your favorite beer, it's a great place to grab a pool-side drink.
Tides Pool Bar Menu
Menu is from January 2026.
Should you get the Carnival drink package?
Carnival offers a drink package for $83 - $88 per guest per day. Some people can save considerable money by purchasing the drink package, while others save by paying per drink. Learn more about the available drink packages below or try our handy drink package calculator to see what you'd save.
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