If there’s one restaurant on a Virgin Voyages ship that feels like a proper occasion, it’s The Wake. Positioned at the stern of each Lady Ship, this upscale steak and seafood restaurant offers dramatic views of the ocean rolling out behind the ship — and a menu that more than lives up to the setting. Whether you’re celebrating something or just want the best dinner of your sailing, The Wake is where you go.
Joel and Erin make a Wake reservation on every single Virgin Voyages sailing. That tells you everything you need to know.
The Setting
The Wake sits at the aft of the ship, which means floor-to-ceiling windows looking straight out at the ship’s wake trailing across the water. At sunset, it’s one of the most beautiful dining rooms at sea. The interior leans into the nautical setting without being cliché — warm lighting, dramatic window views, and a room that feels elegant without being stiff. This is date-night territory, but you don’t need a special occasion to book it.
The Menu
The Wake is an upscale take on the classic steakhouse, elevated for the Virgin Voyages crowd. Premium cuts and fresh seafood dominate, with careful preparation and presentation throughout. The menu includes a selection of steak options, seafood platters, and elevated sides — all included in your cruise fare.
Treat Yourself items carry a supplement: the 90 Day Aged Steak Florentine ($125) is the flagship splurge, and for many Sailors it’s absolutely worth it. Fresh truffles ($25) are available on Scarlet Lady. These are optional — the core menu is fully included — but if you’re going to treat yourself anywhere on the ship, The Wake is the place.
The Wake Brunch — The Best-Kept Secret on Any Virgin Voyages
Here’s something a lot of first-time Sailors miss: The Wake serves brunch on select sea days, and it is extraordinary. We’re talking seafood towers, steak and eggs, bottomless Bloody Marys and bubbles — all at a fraction of the energy of dinner service. The Wake brunch has a more relaxed vibe than dinner, the views are just as stunning, and it’s one of the most indulgent ways to spend a sea day morning.
Book it. Seriously. Most people don’t discover The Wake brunch until their second sailing, and then they kick themselves for missing it the first time.
How to Book
Reservations open 45 days before sailing through the Virgin Voyages app (60 days for RockStar suite guests). The Wake is one of the more in-demand restaurants on the ship — prime dinner times fill up fast. If you’re flexible on timing, you’ll generally find availability, but if you have a specific evening in mind (sunset on a sea day is the holy grail), book the moment reservations open.
Insider Tips from Joel and Erin
- Target sea day sunsets. A window table at The Wake as the sun goes down over the water is one of the most memorable meals you’ll have at sea. If you can align your reservation with a sea day evening, do it.
- Don’t sleep on brunch. Check the app on embarkation day for sea day brunch availability at The Wake. Book it immediately if you haven’t already.
- The 90 Day Aged Steak Florentine is worth the $125. If it’s a special occasion sailing — anniversary, honeymoon, birthday — this is your splurge moment.
Ready to Sail?
As Virgin Voyages First Mates, Joel and Erin can help you plan your dining strategy before you ever step on the ship — making sure you get the reservations you want at the times that matter.
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