bobroo Posted February 19 Report Share Posted February 19 On 2/17/2024 at 8:32 PM, Melon250 said: I landed on this topic because I was really hoping for a Chicago dog (sailing HOTS 4/21/24), but alas I believe I will be sorely disappointed... A dedicated hot dog house with NO Chicago dog? Ahhh, the sport peppers, neon green chemical relish, poppyseed bun...? I'm guessing if the normal buns are suspect, there will be no "gourmet" buns. No, no, no....just no. Baked Alaska 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottD Posted February 20 Report Share Posted February 20 18 hours ago, OCSC Mike said: Dog House is the only included food venue I almost never visit (which says a lot if you know me) but these pics sure make me want one, lol. They are so good especially the brats.... and the potato salad is great Jolly Ogre 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyfsu21 Posted February 20 Report Share Posted February 20 2 hours ago, ScottD said: They are so good especially the brats.... and the potato salad is great I second this^^^ I think the dog house is one of the better no fee options for a quick bite. Obviously nothing is going to be as good as a Chicago dog in Chicago or a Sonoran dog in AZ or the epic capitol lunch hot dog in Connecticut. IMHO, I will take a mediocre “free” hotdog with a Caribbean view on a cruise any day over any other option! WAAAYTOOO, Snotarni, ScottD and 1 other 2 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Miller Posted February 20 Report Share Posted February 20 The Dog house is underwhelming IMO. No chili or cheese is the biggest sin to me. It seems like an afterthought so they could add a checkbox for an additional complementary option. And that's about as far as it ever got. Really not much effort put into it. It closes too early and on quantum ships it is an out of the way location, easy to miss. Topping selection is pretty lacking. Right after the restart they were doing on ship baked rolls at the dog house and they were better than the dogs to be honest. Not sure about now but would not be surprised if they are no longer baked on the ship. But lets be honest, at this point no one should be coming to Royal expecting good complimentary dining options. They barely even put in the effort in their up-charge offerings. Unless you consider raising prices and cutting selection and quality "putting in effort." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted February 20 Report Share Posted February 20 31 minutes ago, Al Miller said: at this point no one should be coming to Royal expecting good complimentary dining options As always, food is subjective. Some of us enjoy the included dining options quite a bit. I'm one of them. Kennzers22, Al Miller and ScottD 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Miller Posted February 20 Report Share Posted February 20 3 minutes ago, OCSC Mike said: As always, food is subjective. Some of us enjoy the included dining options quite a bit. I'm one of them. I used to be there with you. But they have beaten me down. Glad you still enjoy it. OCSC Mike 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottD Posted February 20 Report Share Posted February 20 3 hours ago, OCSC Mike said: As always, food is subjective. Some of us enjoy the included dining options quite a bit. I'm one of them. You know what a great addition to the doghouse would be? Funnel cake..you're on the boardwalk..it only makes sense! WAAAYTOOO, jbrinkm, Al Miller and 6 others 6 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted February 20 Report Share Posted February 20 2 minutes ago, ScottD said: You know what a great addition to the doghouse would be? Funnel cake..you're on the boardwalk..it only makes sense! Yep, I've posted the exact same thing before. My dream is for them to turn the Dog House into a Snack Shack but adding funnel cake is something they could do pretty easily. ScottD, CruzOnBye, Neesa and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFCruise Posted February 20 Report Share Posted February 20 3 hours ago, OCSC Mike said: As always, food is subjective. Some of us enjoy the included dining options quite a bit. I'm one of them. At some point, if all the included options seem underwhelming, you gotta look at other cruise lines imo. I enjoy the complimentary food quite a bit, I even love a handful of dishes. The Dog House is good. Simple enough. I'd hate for it to have a bunch of toppings that just create a longer line. For chili dogs, you can build your own on the Windjammer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyfsu21 Posted February 23 Report Share Posted February 23 On 2/20/2024 at 1:47 PM, JFCruise said: At some point, if all the included options seem underwhelming, you gotta look at other cruise lines imo. I enjoy the complimentary food quite a bit, I even love a handful of dishes. The Dog House is good. Simple enough. I'd hate for it to have a bunch of toppings that just create a longer line. For chili dogs, you can build your own on the Windjammer. I can’t imagine you would find anything significantly better quality or more abundant options than what’s offered on RC (especially Icon)! IMHO people should stop expecting 5 star service and food quality from an average 3 star mid tier family cruise line. If you are a food snob then you will most likely be disappointed unless you have realistic expectations. Yes, before I’m flamed for the statement, there are certain situations where 5 star service can apply even on a mid tier cruise! Rackham 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFCruise Posted February 23 Report Share Posted February 23 6 hours ago, tonyfsu21 said: I can’t imagine you would find anything significantly better quality or more abundant options than what’s offered on RC (especially Icon)! IMHO people should stop expecting 5 star service and food quality from an average 3 star mid tier family cruise line. If you are a food snob then you will most likely be disappointed unless you have realistic expectations. Yes, before I’m flamed for the statement, there are certain situations where 5 star service can apply even on a mid tier cruise! As far as quality, I'm sure the luxury lines will beat Royal easily. However, they are way more expensive and not a comparison for RC. But within their direct competition (Carnival, MSC, etc), I agree that all food quality will be around the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kennzers22 Posted March 2 Report Share Posted March 2 On 4/14/2023 at 5:32 PM, Ampurp85 said: The Doghouse has the worst undercooked hotdogs I have ever tasted. I have tried them on all the Oasis classes I have sailed (Harmony, Allure, and Oasis) and they all have been nasty. 100% agree. If there's a chili dog in the city, I HAVE to try it. Seems to be a miss on RCL's part, although it is nice to have a mid afternoon dog always available WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted March 2 Report Share Posted March 2 Hotdogs inherently are already cooked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gilley Posted March 2 Report Share Posted March 2 I think the need better buns or warm the buns. Sometimes it’s the bread that makes the sandwich think it may be same with the hotdogs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottD Posted March 3 Report Share Posted March 3 13 hours ago, Gilley said: I think the need better buns or warm the buns. Sometimes it’s the bread that makes the sandwich think it may be same with the hotdogs. Spoken like a true Philadelphian...the bread DEFINITELY makes the sandwich jbrinkm, Gilley, PPPJJ-GCVAB and 2 others 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gilley Posted March 3 Report Share Posted March 3 40 minutes ago, ScottD said: Spoken like a true Philadelphian...the bread DEFINITELY makes the sandwich I was thinking maybe it’s just a philly thing but you get me @ScottD. OCSC Mike and ScottD 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted March 3 Report Share Posted March 3 3 hours ago, ScottD said: Spoken like a true Philadelphian...the bread DEFINITELY makes the sandwich I'm sure I mentioned this to you, that's a big problem here... found a place with really good deli meats that really fills their hoagies but their rolls are as soft as hot dog buns. Found a place that actually has Amoroso rolls... but their "cheesesteak" meat was absolutely disgusting. Very hard to find both at the same place here. WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottD Posted March 3 Report Share Posted March 3 2 hours ago, OCSC Mike said: I'm sure I mentioned this to you, that's a big problem here... found a place with really good deli meats that really fills their hoagies but their rolls are as soft as hot dog buns. Found a place that actually has Amoroso rolls... but their "cheesesteak" meat was absolutely disgusting. Very hard to find both at the same place here. Yeah, it's hard to find the perfect combo of both outside of the area. Gotta just go get yourself some fresh shaved rib eye from the supermarket and buy a few rolls and make it yourself! OCSC Mike and Gilley 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted March 3 Report Share Posted March 3 23 minutes ago, ScottD said: Yeah, it's hard to find the perfect combo of both outside of the area. Gotta just go get yourself some fresh shaved rib eye from the supermarket and buy a few rolls and make it yourself! My wife has a friend down here originally from Philly whose husband does that but the rolls come from another friend who bakes them herself... now those are good! We watched the 2023 NFC Championship at their house (along with a couple of SF fans who were obviously not happy). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geezer Of The Seas Posted March 3 Report Share Posted March 3 On 2/19/2024 at 8:47 AM, Ampurp85 said: Born and raised in Chicago its a disgusting staple. All beef hot dog on a poppyseed bun with sport peppers, onion, relish and a pickle.......no ketchup ever and mustard. Sacrilege!!!! Hot Dog Nirvana. I'm still mourning the closure of a Chicago Dog joint that was a couple miles from home in Altamonte Springs. Owned by 2 women (Chicago natives), served Chicago Dogs, Polish, Italian Beef and a smash Burger dubbed the Ditka, along with the best fast food fries I've ever eaten. Victims of the pandemic and the insane increase of commodity prices (they used only Vienna Beef dogs). How I miss it......... CrimsonCruiser, Sweety, WAAAYTOOO and 1 other 2 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jolly Ogre Posted March 4 Report Share Posted March 4 23 hours ago, Geezer Of The Seas said: Sacrilege!!!! Hot Dog Nirvana. I'm still mourning the closure of a Chicago Dog joint that was a couple miles from home in Altamonte Springs. Owned by 2 women (Chicago natives), served Chicago Dogs, Polish, Italian Beef and a smash Burger dubbed the Ditka, along with the best fast food fries I've ever eaten. Victims of the pandemic and the insane increase of commodity prices (they used only Vienna Beef dogs). How I miss it......... If only they had Koegel's hot dogs and Vernors. Then all would be right in the world Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAYNO Posted March 4 Report Share Posted March 4 I don't expect a lot, and my expectations should be easy to accomplish. I am easily pleased with a Costco hot dog as Costco sells them from their snack bar. Simple. Always fresh and hot. And a nice tender bun. So good, I usually use no condiments. Yum. But the hot dog stand on the ship just does not get this. And as far as a hotdog being smothered in vegetables? And relish? Gross. That part I am glad the ship doesn't do. And proof our tastes are all fortunately different. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geezer Of The Seas Posted March 5 Report Share Posted March 5 4 hours ago, Jolly Ogre said: If only they had Koegel's hot dogs and Vernors. Then all would be right in the world Vernor's? OMG!!! My late father told me stories of Vernor's and a scoop of vanilla ice cream at the neighborhood pharmacy fountain...........and the Vernor's was draft. Didn't experience that, but growing up in Michigan, I got to drink Vernor's when it was only sold in glass bottles and became....................whatever it is now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TessFromFlorida Posted March 5 Report Share Posted March 5 On 3/3/2024 at 4:33 PM, Geezer Of The Seas said: I'm still mourning the closure of a Chicago Dog joint that was a couple miles from home in Altamonte Springs. Hot Dog Heaven in Winter Park is worth the trip! https://g.co/kgs/pEdGSdm bobroo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jolly Ogre Posted March 5 Report Share Posted March 5 12 hours ago, Geezer Of The Seas said: Vernor's? OMG!!! My late father told me stories of Vernor's and a scoop of vanilla ice cream at the neighborhood pharmacy fountain...........and the Vernor's was draft. Didn't experience that, but growing up in Michigan, I got to drink Vernor's when it was only sold in glass bottles and became....................whatever it is now. Yep... i grew up on that and we got to get it at the drug store soda fountain. Also when I was growing up we had an A&W drive up and you could bring your own jug to get root beer. Good times that will never come again. PPPJJ-GCVAB and Gilley 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobroo Posted March 5 Report Share Posted March 5 10 hours ago, TessFromFlorida said: Hot Dog Heaven in Winter Park is worth the trip! https://g.co/kgs/pEdGSdm YES! 100% Chicagoian approved. And there are now a couple Portillo's locations in the Orlando area too. TessFromFlorida 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrimsonCruiser Posted March 8 Report Share Posted March 8 On 2/19/2024 at 7:47 AM, Ampurp85 said: Born and raised in Chicago its a disgusting staple. All beef hot dog on a poppyseed bun with sport peppers, onion, relish and a pickle.......no ketchup ever and mustard. @Ampurp85 No! My colorful hair sister in christ "Disgusting"?! i don't know who hurt you....was it weiner circle...did they give you a milkshake?! jbrinkm, WAYNO, Ampurp85 and 2 others 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted March 8 Report Share Posted March 8 On 3/5/2024 at 9:24 AM, bobroo said: And there are now a couple Portillo's locations in the Orlando area too. We went to the first one not long after it opened. I knew nothing about it except that the hype was ridiculous (as were the crowds). I enjoyed it and would probably go back from time to time if it were closer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tingtang Posted March 8 Report Share Posted March 8 Hotdogs? I grew up in Coney Island so naturally Nathans was #1 in my heart, but Rutt's Hut in Clifton NJ deserves a shout out! https://www.ruttshut.com TessFromFlorida and WAYNO 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhuckPhacha Posted March 11 Report Share Posted March 11 This thread is the wurst. AshleyDillo, CrimsonCruiser, TessFromFlorida and 5 others 1 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TessFromFlorida Posted March 19 Report Share Posted March 19 On 3/8/2024 at 4:12 PM, tingtang said: Rutt's Hut in Clifton NJ deserves a shout out! Grew up in Union, been there. Good stuff! tingtang 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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