DAVE(Darkcabbie) Posted May 14, 2014 Report Share Posted May 14, 2014 I thought this would be a good topic to add as i think i can safely say that probably all of us have been to the Windjammer and it would be good to hear what you love about it and also share some tips , tell us your favorite food they serve and which ship do you think has the best one on board etc. For us our first experience of the Windjammer was last year on the Independence Of The Seas on our first RC cruise and we loved it and thanks to Matt's advice i'm hooked on Honey Stung Chicken and the Omlette Station :D . One of my wifes favorite times is around 15:30 as they finish up lunch and bring out fresh Scones with Cream and Jelly. With out doubt i would say RC have one of the best buffets at sea and considering how many types of food they serve its not easy to keep the standards as high as they do. One good tip for anyone who is new to the Windjammer is that they serve pretty good Steaks in the evening and they are cooked as you wait. ian91 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tylor Posted May 14, 2014 Report Share Posted May 14, 2014 I will admit I have never tried the honey stung chicken. When I eat at the Windjammer Marketplace, I usually make a big salad. Then I get really bad and go for a couple pieces of pizza and some french fries. I'm not a huge buffet person, but the Windjammer Marketplace offers a good variety of choices. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandya Posted May 14, 2014 Report Share Posted May 14, 2014 Do they have Shrimp with cocktail sauce??... My kids love to eat that on our Disney cruise and I know that they will be looking for it!! I can't wait to eat at the Windjammer as it is our tradition to go have lunch as soon as we board! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AGSLC5 Posted May 14, 2014 Report Share Posted May 14, 2014 Do they have Shrimp with cocktail sauce??... My kids love to eat that on our Disney cruise and I know that they will be looking for it!! I can't wait to eat at the Windjammer as it is our tradition to go have lunch as soon as we board! I have been on 7 different Royal ships and unfortunatley I have not seen shrimp with coctail sauce at the Windjammer but they can get it every night for dinner in the MDR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AGSLC5 Posted May 14, 2014 Report Share Posted May 14, 2014 When I was on Navigator before the Refurbishment they use to have 1 day for mexican dishes and then one day for chinese dishes. I liked when they did that my friends and I looked forward to going to Windjammer to see what new things they would put out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVE(Darkcabbie) Posted May 14, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2014 Do they have Shrimp with cocktail sauce??... My kids love to eat that on our Disney cruise and I know that they will be looking for it!! I can't wait to eat at the Windjammer as it is our tradition to go have lunch as soon as we board! I didn't see Shrimp in the Windjammer on the Independence, maybe you should suggest to RC that it would be a nice addition to the buffet :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcarney Posted May 14, 2014 Report Share Posted May 14, 2014 I've enjoyed going to the Wind Jamairé at lunchtime and trying out some of the Asian/Indian/Middle Eastern dishes the chefs make. It's what got me hooked on Indian, as a matter of fact. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tylor Posted May 14, 2014 Report Share Posted May 14, 2014 I've enjoyed going to the Wind Jamairé at lunchtime and trying out some of the Asian/Indian/Middle Eastern dishes the chefs make. It's what got me hooked on Indian, as a matter of fact. Did you type it Wind Jamairé on purpose? Like it's French? :P Shawn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVE(Darkcabbie) Posted May 14, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2014 I love Chinese & Indian food mmmmmmmmmmm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jticarruthers Posted May 14, 2014 Report Share Posted May 14, 2014 Never caught the scones before, is that an "Independence" thing due to the UK background of the ship or do all the ships do it and I was just clueless ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tylor Posted May 14, 2014 Report Share Posted May 14, 2014 Never caught the scones before, is that an "Independence" thing due to the UK background of the ship or do all the ships do it and I was just clueless ? The Windjammer Marketplace does have afternoon tea, as posted in the Cruise Compass, however, since Independence sails the UK market on a regular basis and has tea kettles in the rooms, I would say the daily scones with cream and jelly are probably available based on the passenger ratio onboard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVE(Darkcabbie) Posted May 14, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2014 Never caught the scones before, is that an "Independence" thing due to the UK background of the ship or do all the ships do it and I was just clueless ? Unfortunately the Independence is the only RC ship we have sailed on so far so i'm not sure if all the ships do afternoon tea the same way. I hope they do though as my wife would not be happy. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 I love Chinese & Indian food mmmmmmmmmmm Yes! The Indian food on RC is really quite good. Wish they had better Indian bread selection but it's really quite good and underrated overall. I have at least one Indian dish per night DAVE(Darkcabbie) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVE(Darkcabbie) Posted May 15, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 Yes! The Indian food on RC is really quite good. Wish they had better Indian bread selection but it's really quite good and underrated overall. I have at least one Indian dish per night I agree Matt and considering it's mass produced the quality and the flavours are of a really good standard, in fact it's better than a lot of the Indian Restaurants here in the UK. Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 I always look forward to the Indian and Asian food. Hopefully, I will get to try the honey stung chicken next time. Also, I love grabbing an afternoon snack too. It's usually very quiet and great place to soak in the view of the port or sea. Sandya and DAVE(Darkcabbie) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVE(Darkcabbie) Posted May 15, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 I agree Shawn it is a good time to go especially if you have just got back on board and want a snack to keep you going till dinner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted May 16, 2014 Report Share Posted May 16, 2014 I love the Windjammer because it is such a "temptation island" for me. We will go there to maybe get my daughter a drink and I'll be set in not getting anything. But a few steps in and I spot a half dozen items that look amazing and my wife finds me eating quietly in the corner. DAVE(Darkcabbie) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greenline627 Posted May 16, 2014 Report Share Posted May 16, 2014 Yes one needs blinders on if you walk thru the WJ :D Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVE(Darkcabbie) Posted May 16, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2014 I love the Windjammer because it is such a "temptation island" for me. We will go there to maybe get my daughter a drink and I'll be set in not getting anything. But a few steps in and I spot a half dozen items that look amazing and my wife finds me eating quietly in the corner. I know what you mean Matt no matter how good your intentions are or how full you may be it's a bit of a Darth Vader moment and you have to give in to the dark side :) Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian91 Posted May 26, 2014 Report Share Posted May 26, 2014 Two things that have been very special are MONGOLIAN STIR FRY Usually once a cruise, especially on European sailings. Like all Windjammer special evenings, there are no notifications in the the compass. Ask at WJ which evening and give it a go. Its like the omelette station, pick your ingredients and they cook it fresh for you. PAELLA ON THE POOL DECK-SEA DAY (not windjammer but close enough) Again, usually found in the Med, but simply to good to miss. Especially watching how the make it in front of you on the giant pans. This is usually in small print in the compass. Well worth it. Enjoy DAVE(Darkcabbie) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVE(Darkcabbie) Posted May 26, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 26, 2014 Two things that have been very special are MONGOLIAN STIR FRY Usually once a cruise, especially on European sailings. Like all Windjammer special evenings, there are no notifications in the the compass. Ask at WJ which evening and give it a go. Its like the omelette station, pick your ingredients and they cook it fresh for you. PAELLA ON THE POOL DECK-SEA DAY (not windjammer but close enough) Again, usually found in the Med, but simply to good to miss. Especially watching how the make it in front of you on the giant pans. This is usually in small print in the compass. Well worth it. Enjoy I love stir fry so thanks for the tip :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michelle Posted May 27, 2014 Report Share Posted May 27, 2014 anything curry - anything Indian is my favorite Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tylor Posted May 27, 2014 Report Share Posted May 27, 2014 I guess I'm boring because I love the Windjammer salad bar. Especially the tomato, cucumber, olive and feta cheese salad. DAVE(Darkcabbie) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVE(Darkcabbie) Posted May 27, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2014 I guess I'm boring because I love the Windjammer salad bar. Especially the tomato, cucumber, olive and feta cheese salad. No way is that boring Tylor I love that :D. When i come out of the Gym i normally go straight to the Windjammer for a protein fix of 3 bits of Chicken breast and a good portion of that on the side .... yum yum yum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian91 Posted May 27, 2014 Report Share Posted May 27, 2014 We just love everything :wub: DAVE(Darkcabbie) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted May 28, 2014 Report Share Posted May 28, 2014 I guess I'm boring because I love the Windjammer salad bar. Especially the tomato, cucumber, olive and feta cheese salad. I always aspire to try the greek salad but get easily distracted elsewhere DAVE(Darkcabbie) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVE(Darkcabbie) Posted June 17, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 I always aspire to try the greek salad but get easily distracted elsewhere I wonder if this has anything to do do with it :D :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 I wonder if this has anything to do do with it :D :D Dude, the honey stung chicken does me in every single time! DAVE(Darkcabbie) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monctonguy Posted June 26, 2014 Report Share Posted June 26, 2014 I finally had a chance to try the honey stung chicken last cruise thanks to the suggestions here....it was very good! I like the variety and choices in the Windjammer. I usualy end up eating most of my meals there. The Indian food is always great and was a pleasant surpirse on my first cruise with RCI. Had it pretty much every night for starters. Last cruise I took, was only there one night that I could find it. I defn enjoy the salad bar there each evenings as well. DAVE(Darkcabbie) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVE(Darkcabbie) Posted June 26, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 26, 2014 I finally had a chance to try the hiney stung chicken last cruise thanks to the suggestions here....it was very good! I like the variety and choices in the Windjammer. I usualy end up eating most of my meals there. The Indian food is always great and was a pleasant surpirse on my first cruise with RCI. Had it pretty much every night for starters. Last cruise I took, was only there one night that I could find it. I defn enjoy the salad bar there each evenings as well. I agree Monctonguy the Windjammer has great choices and the quality is really good and like you we end up eating there a lot. In fact we only go MDR 1 evening and 1 lunch and the rest of the cruise is speciality restaurants or Windjammer. Glad you like the Honey Stung Chicken :) , i just wish they served it on more days and not just embarkation day :( monctonguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted June 27, 2014 Report Share Posted June 27, 2014 I finally had a chance to try the honey stung chicken last cruise thanks to the suggestions here....it was very good! I like the variety and choices in the Windjammer. I usualy end up eating most of my meals there. The Indian food is always great and was a pleasant surpirse on my first cruise with RCI. Had it pretty much every night for starters. Last cruise I took, was only there one night that I could find it. I defn enjoy the salad bar there each evenings as well. You and I seem to be on the same page Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike Posted June 27, 2014 Report Share Posted June 27, 2014 Y'all have me excited for that honey stung chicken. 65 day hype! Our first cruise I swear that the hamburgers and fries that first night in the late night snack bar in the solarium on the Enchantment were the best EVER! I guess that first day everything really does seem to taste better :). DAVE(Darkcabbie) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVE(Darkcabbie) Posted June 27, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 27, 2014 Y'all have me excited for that honey stung chicken. 65 day hype! Our first cruise I swear that the hamburgers and fries that first night in the late night snack bar in the solarium on the Enchantment were the best EVER! I guess that first day everything really does seem to taste better :). And the best thing is that you can get it from Room Service 24/7 :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVE(Darkcabbie) Posted September 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2014 36 days till i get me some :D :D :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donalk Posted September 19, 2014 Report Share Posted September 19, 2014 I think Windjammer is very underrated as a dinner option. If you go in at 8.30 - 9pm, there's no problem getting a table, the food selection is excellent. Best of all, you can have a great dinner, head out for a 15 minute walk, then come back for a great dessert! DAVE(Darkcabbie) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVE(Darkcabbie) Posted October 9, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 9, 2014 I think Windjammer is very underrated as a dinner option. If you go in at 8.30 - 9pm, there's no problem getting a table, the food selection is excellent. Best of all, you can have a great dinner, head out for a 15 minute walk, then come back for a great dessert! Absolutely spot on , we love the Windjammer the choice is great and even the cooked to order Steaks are pretty dam good. Another nice touch is when they dim the lights for dinner it's quite romantic :) ,,, you don't get that in MDR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike Posted October 12, 2014 Report Share Posted October 12, 2014 Absolutely spot on , we love the Windjammer the choice is great and even the cooked to order Steaks are pretty dam good. Another nice touch is when they dim the lights for dinner it's quite romantic :) ,,, you don't get that in MDR.Shoot, their grilled steaks mass produced for lunch were great I thought... better than most steak houses on land :D and that's not even counting Chops #beststeaksever . Seriously RCCL open up steakhouses landside, you put all the chain steakhouses to shame! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Vitale Posted February 12, 2015 Report Share Posted February 12, 2015 WindJamaire was our favorite spot on NOTS. Breakfaat was a feast each day. Big salads at lunch. Love the place. Paella when we boarded on embarkation day. Sheeeesh, it was grrrrreat markinct, DocLC and Matt 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perryhouse Posted February 12, 2015 Report Share Posted February 12, 2015 Having never been on a cruise before maybe you guys can help me. Is it buffet style dining at the Windjammer even in the evenings? Also do the formal nights apply to Windjammer? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Posted February 12, 2015 Report Share Posted February 12, 2015 Windjammer Buffet is open for evening meals every might. You will find dress code to be casual. Some people choose to dine there to avoid formal dress code in MDR - MDR dining is very special on formal nights and well worth the dreas code. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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