Thetechie Posted March 1, 2019 Report Posted March 1, 2019 Just saw this picture from Navigator, looks like the new express isn’t a cover charge anymore? That’s a bummer, but might make it easier to get a milkshake with the Beverage package? Quote
CGTLH Posted March 1, 2019 Report Posted March 1, 2019 What worries me is the line "Additional charge applies to all shakes." Summoning @twangster for further investigation. Quote
ama537621 Posted March 1, 2019 Report Posted March 1, 2019 The prices for the burgers and fries do not look unreasonable. 11 for a shake seems excessive bhageerah 1 Quote
tiny260 Posted March 1, 2019 Report Posted March 1, 2019 5 minutes ago, ama537621 said: 11 for a shake seems excessive I think those are for the "Hard" shakes, for the ones I've seen locally in my area $11 isn't bad for a shake with Liqueur in it. Quote
CGTLH Posted March 1, 2019 Report Posted March 1, 2019 8 minutes ago, ama537621 said: 11 for a shake seems excessive Guess they are charging $6 for the booze used in the adult shakes. Adding some more thoughts: Depending on what spirits are used $6 extra isn't too bad compared to what a "lone shot" runs. tiny260 1 Quote
Thetechie Posted March 1, 2019 Author Report Posted March 1, 2019 27 minutes ago, CGTLH said: What worries me is the line "Additional charge applies to all shakes." Summoning @twangster for further investigation. Yeah, I wonder if that’s the 18% service charge like all other drinks?? 18 minutes ago, CGTLH said: Guess they are charging $6 for the booze used in the adult shakes. Adding some more thoughts: Depending on what spirits are used $6 extra isn't too bad compared to what a "lone shot" runs. I thought the same. Doesn’t seem too extreme for me. I actually feel like all the prices aren’t bad, just miss the cover charge! Quote
CGTLH Posted March 1, 2019 Report Posted March 1, 2019 7 minutes ago, Thetechie said: I actually feel like all the prices aren’t bad, just miss the cover charge! Suprising not to see a combo offer like one on Anthem has. Quote
SpeedNoodles Posted March 1, 2019 Report Posted March 1, 2019 No malts??? I actually think their burgers aren't very good, and the fries were some of the most pathetic that I've ever had, but I do love their malts. Shakes...not so much. Quote
melski94 Posted March 1, 2019 Report Posted March 1, 2019 I can see my 15yo son getting an afternoon snack here every day on our Navigator cruise. He LOVES burgers. I don't see any double burgers though so he'll have to make do with 2 singles. I don't think the prices are that bad. Quote
Thetechie Posted March 2, 2019 Author Report Posted March 2, 2019 3 hours ago, SpeedNoodles said: No malts??? I actually think their burgers aren't very good, and the fries were some of the most pathetic that I've ever had, but I do love their malts. Shakes...not so much. I do love me a good malt!! We will be on in two weeks, I’ll have to check it out, for research SpeedNoodles 1 Quote
SpeedNoodles Posted March 2, 2019 Report Posted March 2, 2019 2 hours ago, Thetechie said: I do love me a good malt!! We will be on in two weeks, I’ll have to check it out, for research Excellent .. yes, for research .. a must do. Report back. LOL The Cruise Junkie and Thetechie 2 Quote
SuperStarian Posted March 3, 2019 Report Posted March 3, 2019 No more veggie burgers? That’s no bueno! Quote
Joe01 Posted March 3, 2019 Report Posted March 3, 2019 What happened to the original Johnny Rockets on Navigator? Quote
twangster Posted March 4, 2019 Report Posted March 4, 2019 5 hours ago, Joe01 said: What happened to the original Johnny Rockets on Navigator? Adventure Ocean / Teen area aka "The Living Room". On 3/1/2019 at 3:27 PM, CGTLH said: What worries me is the line "Additional charge applies to all shakes." Summoning @twangster for further investigation. It's on my list. I was going to ask today since I have DX but one Bamboo Room drink led to another and ... maybe another day. CazV, Sweety, SpeedNoodles and 2 others 2 3 Quote
twangster Posted March 4, 2019 Report Posted March 4, 2019 JR Express on Navigator reminds me of JR on Anthem. Maybe that's where they got the idea. Adult Shakes - Not sure I remember those from Anthem. Have to explore those options. The fries at JR are basically WJ fries. I wonder if I get a plate of fries from WJ then head to JRE for a burger? MikeK 1 Quote
marti314 Posted March 4, 2019 Report Posted March 4, 2019 On 3/1/2019 at 2:29 PM, ama537621 said: The prices for the burgers and fries do not look unreasonable. 11 for a shake seems excessive Its about at Land Based pricing now for a johnny rockets at a mall. RCL loves this because you technically pay for food in your cruise fare and slowly but surely you are seeing them able charge again for "better" food. MikeK 1 Quote
Matt Posted March 4, 2019 Report Posted March 4, 2019 I greatly prefer this model. Now I can get my kids a burger without having to commit to sitting down for a meal there. With the convenience of the pool deck, it is perfect for a quick meal on a sea day. SouthernYankee and Thetechie 2 Quote
monctonguy Posted March 4, 2019 Report Posted March 4, 2019 I am torn....while I like the idea of being able to have a burger and pay $5....but the flip side of that is that a meal is a lot more.....I used to order an app and then the burger/fry/pop......it looks like about double the cost now for that.. Quote
marti314 Posted March 4, 2019 Report Posted March 4, 2019 2 minutes ago, monctonguy said: I am torn....while I like the idea of being able to have a burger and pay $5....but the flip side of that is that a meal is a lot more.....I used to order an app and then the burger/fry/pop......it looks like about double the cost now for that.. You have just described the optimal business model. I cant get enough people to pay 7.00 for a sit down unlimited meal but i can get 4X the amount of people to pay 3 - 5 dollars for less food by the pool. 4ensic and JennyB 2 Quote
Zambia-Zaire Posted March 4, 2019 Report Posted March 4, 2019 Yes, you are correct...the business model is now to a'la cart the food items. Quote
Thetechie Posted March 5, 2019 Author Report Posted March 5, 2019 @twangster have you had a chance to check out the milkshakes yet? Quote
twangster Posted March 5, 2019 Report Posted March 5, 2019 Yep. Not good news for beverage package holders. No milkshakes included in packages with meal or without. JennyB 1 Quote
Thetechie Posted March 5, 2019 Author Report Posted March 5, 2019 3 minutes ago, twangster said: Yep. Not good news for beverage package holders. No milkshakes included in packages with meal or without. Making me rethink my whole decision to get the drink package... Quote
twangster Posted March 5, 2019 Report Posted March 5, 2019 It’s long been that way. Last year there was news of some ships including them. Royal often does that as experiments. Quote
Thetechie Posted March 5, 2019 Author Report Posted March 5, 2019 2 hours ago, twangster said: It’s long been that way. Last year there was news of some ships including them. Royal often does that as experiments. Nickel and Diming I tell ya, nickel and dime! I'm kidding.. I guess I'll just hang out in the Bamboo room instead! Quote
twangster Posted March 5, 2019 Report Posted March 5, 2019 On 3/4/2019 at 11:54 PM, Thetechie said: I guess I'll just hang out in the Bamboo room instead! As I sit in The Bamboo Room it is quickly my fav which is an accomplishment given Edgardo at the Sky Bar aka Lime and Coconut who remembered me and my drink(s) from 3 months ago. Both good options. CazV and pepperandchips 2 Quote
Thetechie Posted March 5, 2019 Author Report Posted March 5, 2019 3 minutes ago, twangster said: As I sit in The Bamboo Room it is quichly my fav which is an accomplishment given Edgardo at the Sky Bar aka Lime and Coconut who remembered me and my drink(s) from 3 months ago. Both good options. I can't wait. We sail on the 15th. First cruise and loving all that you are posting Quote
SpeedNoodles Posted March 5, 2019 Report Posted March 5, 2019 They were included in my drink package on my Mariner sailing in early February. I'll just chalk it up as being lucky at the time :) Quote
Thetechie Posted March 5, 2019 Author Report Posted March 5, 2019 3 minutes ago, SpeedNoodles said: They were included in my drink package on my Mariner sailing in early February. I'll just chalk it up as being lucky at the time Was that an Express as well? Or still a sit-down? You better believe I'll still be trying it! Quote
SpeedNoodles Posted March 5, 2019 Report Posted March 5, 2019 1 minute ago, Thetechie said: Was that an Express as well? Or still a sit-down? You better believe I'll still be trying it! Oh, good point - it was a sit down - but I'll be on Nav in December and I'll happily (well maybe not "happily") pay for one since they're pretty darned good. As long as they have malts and not just shakes. Yeah, I'm picky. Thetechie 1 Quote
monctonguy Posted March 5, 2019 Report Posted March 5, 2019 20 hours ago, marti314 said: You have just described the optimal business model. I cant get enough people to pay 7.00 for a sit down unlimited meal but i can get 4X the amount of people to pay 3 - 5 dollars for less food by the pool. Yeah..makes me more likely to skip it and head to the buffet or park café for a " free sandwich".......I was willing to pay and make a meal out of it at JR's..but I wont pay double for the same thing.. But many will...I get it. Quote
SouthernYankee Posted March 5, 2019 Report Posted March 5, 2019 Probably most importantly as Matt pointed out is that Johnny Rocket's is convenient on the pool deck. On Voyager and Freedom class ships they were not located in the most frequented area. This exposure and accessibility will greatly increase JR sales. Matt 1 Quote
Jolly Ogre Posted March 5, 2019 Report Posted March 5, 2019 I would go to Jonny's if it was included in my cruise fare. I did go there for breakfast one day as it was included. Why would I go there and pay extra when I can get a burger elsewhere on the ship? MikeK, JennyB and aprilgwynne 3 Quote
Rose City Cruiser Posted March 5, 2019 Report Posted March 5, 2019 4 hours ago, Jolly Ogre said: Why would I go there and pay extra when I can get a burger elsewhere on the ship? Like many purchases while on vacation, Royal is banking on impulse purchases. With JR Express conveniently located next to the pool deck with plenty foot traffic, their YTD sales #'s will be up. JennyB 1 Quote
CGTLH Posted March 5, 2019 Report Posted March 5, 2019 12 minutes ago, Rose City Cruiser said: Like many purchases while on vacation, Royal is banking on impulse purchases. With JR Express conveniently located next to the pool deck with plenty foot traffic, their YTD sales #'s will be up. Surprised it took this long for the poolside Johnny Rockets to expand. Know when I was on Anthem it seemed busy. Only major complaint was it took well over 15 minutes for them to complete an order. Not 100% sure but I think only one other non Quantum class ship has a poolside venue, think it is Fish and Chips style place. Quote
WannaCruise Posted March 6, 2019 Report Posted March 6, 2019 Interesting there are no veggies options. I think the full restaurant has veggie burger? Quote
Zambia-Zaire Posted March 6, 2019 Report Posted March 6, 2019 I was once told JR was placed in certain designated locale, not really convenient or popular location, to increase the foot traffic, in low activity areas of the ship & spread the traffic around some, to help alleviate crowd in heavily dense areas of the ship. Quote
SpeedNoodles Posted March 6, 2019 Report Posted March 6, 2019 1 hour ago, Zambia-Zaire said: I was once told JR was placed in certain designated locale, not really convenient or popular location, to increase the foot traffic, in low activity areas of the ship & spread the traffic around some, to help alleviate crowd in heavily dense areas of the ship. True - on Mariner I walked by there several times a day when it was open and very rarely ever saw anyone there. Quote
Mike P Posted March 8, 2019 Report Posted March 8, 2019 4 of us ate at Johnny Rockets on Saturday on Oasis, shake was included in my DX and I was only charged one cover charge! WAAAYTOOO, SpeedNoodles and JennyB 3 Quote
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