skittermagoo Posted January 20, 2023 Report Share Posted January 20, 2023 So, I'm a weirdo who doesn't like seafood, but every so often I try it to make sure it's still not my thing. I was thinking that on my cruise would be a perfect time to try seafood again because if I don't like it, I can just order something else. On my first cruise (last year), we ordered everything (appetizer, main, dessert) at once at the beginning of the meal. So if I want to try a seafood entree, but might not like it, do I need to order the "backup" at the beginning of the meal, or can I wait to see if I like the first one? Will waiting and ordering a second entree partway through the meal mess up the flow and timing of it? (I'll be dining in a group of 7 people). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riley Posted January 20, 2023 Report Share Posted January 20, 2023 I don't think so, no, but I don't usually dine as part of a large party. You do have the option to hedge your bet with ordering just a second protein (e.g., order the salmon entree but also ask for a medium rare strip steak on a plate by itself, or whatever...) or an additional/extra side dish. We usually ask for a side of grilled vegetables of the chef's choice with that night's dinner and have never had a problem. skittermagoo and Suzanne Elise 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottD Posted January 20, 2023 Report Share Posted January 20, 2023 1 hour ago, skittermagoo said: So, I'm a weirdo who doesn't like seafood, but every so often I try it to make sure it's still not my thing. I was thinking that on my cruise would be a perfect time to try seafood again because if I don't like it, I can just order something else. On my first cruise (last year), we ordered everything (appetizer, main, dessert) at once at the beginning of the meal. So if I want to try a seafood entree, but might not like it, do I need to order the "backup" at the beginning of the meal, or can I wait to see if I like the first one? Will waiting and ordering a second entree partway through the meal mess up the flow and timing of it? (I'll be dining in a group of 7 people). My wife and me are the same way...no seafood. But plan on doing the exact thing,,,order 1 thing each that we like, and sharing one random thing we never eat or haven't tried before. We are just going to order it all in one shot, but not sure if it'll be different with 7 people at the table. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Censored Posted January 20, 2023 Report Share Posted January 20, 2023 Just order the second entree. Otherwise you might be in for a long wait second time around ScottD and KJones 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ampurp85 Posted January 20, 2023 Report Share Posted January 20, 2023 The staff will usually come around after the entrees are served an ask about your meal. You could order another entree at this time especially if your table is slow eaters. But I would order what I want at the beginning so everyone can get dessert together and then be done together. With a group of 7 the extra entrees might not go to waste, as everyone can pick at them. WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skittermagoo Posted January 20, 2023 Author Report Share Posted January 20, 2023 1 hour ago, Censored said: Just order the second entree. Otherwise you might be in for a long wait second time around Thanks! This is exactly what I was thinking too. Censored 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billdauterive Posted January 20, 2023 Report Share Posted January 20, 2023 Either way will work. I'll usually order multiple right off the bat and if there is one I particularly like (or if I dislike all of them), I'll order another one after. I definitely use the MDR to step out of my comfort zone with food and without worry about "paying" for something I don't like. skittermagoo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzanne Elise Posted January 21, 2023 Report Share Posted January 21, 2023 13 hours ago, Riley said: I don't think so, no, but I don't usually dine as part of a large party. You do have the option to hedge your bet with ordering just a second protein (e.g., order the salmon entree but also ask for a medium rare strip steak on a plate by itself, or whatever...) or an additional/extra side dish. We usually ask for a side of grilled vegetables of the chef's choice with that night's dinner and have never had a problem. Actually that is a great idea, both the grilled veggies and the extra meat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pooch Posted January 21, 2023 Report Share Posted January 21, 2023 I love grilled veggies and this is a great idea. Wonder if they’ll still do it with the new MDR menus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riley Posted January 23, 2023 Report Share Posted January 23, 2023 Hope so, as it's a way I get around being really salt-restricted. I'm more worried about them eliminating the safety option, as my default is to order unseasoned salmon or chicken breast if there's nothing on the menu that night that can be prepped without sodium. That said, there's always the salad bar at the Windjammer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzanne Elise Posted January 24, 2023 Report Share Posted January 24, 2023 We had to switch out an entree last night. They did it at lightning speed but we got a kind of scolding visit from the captain WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skittermagoo Posted January 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2023 34 minutes ago, Suzanne Elise said: We had to switch out an entree last night. They did it at lightning speed but we got a kind of scolding visit from the captain Scolding? For what? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FireFishII Posted January 25, 2023 Report Share Posted January 25, 2023 I would recommend ordering what you like for your entrée but order the seafood entrée to be shared with the table. If you like the seafood entrée, you can eat that one and share your first entrée. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nferr Posted January 26, 2023 Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 On 1/24/2023 at 1:13 PM, Suzanne Elise said: We had to switch out an entree last night. They did it at lightning speed but we got a kind of scolding visit from the captain The Captain of the ship came by to scold you?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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