Porto Restaurant, aboard the World Navigator from Mystic Cruises fleet, has been awarded “Best Restaurant” at the 2025 F&B@Sea Awards, part of the prestigious Seatrade Cruise Global event held this week in Miami.
The award recognizes the onboard restaurant that sets the highest culinary excellence, service, and ambiance standards. The ceremony took place at the Mana Wynwood Convention Center, gathering global cruise industry leaders to celebrate innovation and quality in food and beverage.
The award was accepted by David Sagrista, Chief Operating Officer of Mystic Cruises and MysticInvest U.S. brand, Atlas Ocean Voyages, who stated: “We are truly honored that Porto Restaurant has been named Best Restaurant at the 2025 F&B@Sea Awards. This is a significant recognition for our entire team, at Mystic Cruises and Atlas Ocean Voyages. It reflects our passion for exceptional dining and our commitment to sustainability at sea.”
Porto Restaurant stood out among strong finalists Beefbar (Crystal Cruises) and Solis (Seabourn), reinforcing Mystic Cruises’ leadership in hospitality and fine dining at sea.
With a strong focus on sustainable practices, such as portion control, food waste reduction, and guest education on environmental impact, Porto Restaurant represents a new generation of culinary experiences aboard luxury expedition ships.
This award marks an important milestone for Mystic Cruises, highlighting our dedication to excellence and innovation in the cruise industry.
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