Monic.TW Posted June 13, 2023 Report Share Posted June 13, 2023 So I have never been on a Royal Caribbean cruise. Heck, I've never been on a cruise ever. So I'm curious to know what are some of everyone's favorite foods on board the various cruise ships in the Royal Caribbean fleet? Do you have a go-to entree? Is there a specific dessert that you must have? An appetizer that tickles your fancy? Or perhaps something you wish they'd serve on the ship? Let's have some fun with this WAYNO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjcruisers Posted June 13, 2023 Report Share Posted June 13, 2023 Desert - all Appetizer I’d go with French onion soup. Entree I’m pretty open. Desert would be grand mariner soufflé or the warm cookie with ice cream loki007, Monic.TW, KJ777 and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAYNO Posted June 14, 2023 Report Share Posted June 14, 2023 14 hours ago, Monic.TW said: So I have never been on a Royal Caribbean cruise. Heck, I've never been on a cruise ever. So I'm curious to know what are some of everyone's favorite foods on board the various cruise ships in the Royal Caribbean fleet? Do you have a go-to entree? Is there a specific dessert that you must have? An appetizer that tickles your fancy? Or perhaps something you wish they'd serve on the ship? Let's have some fun with this My go-to entree in the main dining room is always a beef dish. Prime rib or steak always works. And on that extra special night, lobster! In the buffet, the primo entree choices are more limited. Minute steaks or roast beef when they have it. Pork chops also, when they have them. I'm no longer able to have desert. But my wife loves cheese cake. It's now rarely available in either the MDR or buffet, but when it is, she is happy. My wife also loves cake, so that's her choice when cheesecake isn't available. When it's available, in the MDR, I order shrimp cocktail for my desert. The first time I ask, the waiters are puzzled, since I also order shrimp cocktail as my appetizer. Once they understand my intentions, the shrimp cocktail is automatic. And sometimes the waiter brings me a double. Before my life changed, lava cake or a brownie and a scoop of ice cream, however simple, was my choice. Appetizers? As above, shrimp cocktail is my favorite. But sometimes I do change it up a little, and order a Caesar's salad. The menu has changed, and my favorites are not always available, but I usually find something to eat, even if it's in the buffet. A burger patty with a side of hot dog is my steak replacement. And grilled fish has always been good for me. However simple I am, I also notice what our table mates order. Some folks order escargot at every meal when available. Everybody that orders it, loves it. And the onion soup? I've never had it, but it is a table favorite, every time. We took our boy on a cruise recently. He ordered lamb, and loved it. So, although the menu changes don't please me every time, other folks at our table rave about the other choices. Bottom line... I appreciate everything, and if it sounds like I'm bellyaching, I need to be slapped and brought back to my senses. These cruises are a Blessing from Heaven. Monic.TW and Pooch 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPPJJ-GCVAB Posted June 14, 2023 Report Share Posted June 14, 2023 11 hours ago, Monic.TW said: So I have never been on a Royal Caribbean cruise. Heck, I've never been on a cruise ever. So I'm curious to know what are some of everyone's favorite foods on board the various cruise ships in the Royal Caribbean fleet? Do you have a go-to entree? beef tenderloin (which is now served on French night) and lobster Is there a specific dessert that you must have? key lime pie and crème brûlée An appetizer that tickles your fancy? lentil soup Or perhaps something you wish they'd serve on the ship? too many to mention…lol! Let's have some fun with this Welcome to this blog and I assume Royal Caribbean cruising! My answers are above. It’s quite difficult to truly answer now that the menu has changed. Used to be able to fall back on a few regular choices but that is no longer possible. WAYNO and Monic.TW 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pattycruise Posted June 14, 2023 Report Share Posted June 14, 2023 Desserts, I’ve given them up except maybe once per cruise. Favorites used to be: apple blossom-no longer available on the dinner menu but is on one lunch menu-at least on the 7 night or longer cruise Gran marnier soufflé-also no longer available Crene brûlée-that might be removed from the menu Lemon tart Tiramisu Warm chocolate hazelnut cake-I don’t have the ice cream A fruit plate if they’ll make it-if not I’m stuck with the kids diced fruit main: most any of the salmon Chicken-most any of those- Liberty had the best chicken parm and chicken Marsala…other ships have been hit or miss Turkey dinner-though the stuffing varies by ship so it’s not always my fave Steak/red meat-I’m supposed to stay away, and pretty much do, I see lots of people enjoying the prime rib and strip steak Appetizers Caesar salad dressing in the side. I like to add a second appetizer directly to this on some nights (crab cake, seafood cake, maple tofu/avocado salad) ‘beef carpaccio (so I guess I cheat with this red meat) Coconut shrimp as someone else mentioned I’ve seen a lot of people order escargot and French onion soup any time it’s on the menu. Additionally I’ve never seen a disappointed person when they order the warm chocolate chip cookie with ice cream, maybe my next cruise I’ll make that my cheat. Monic.TW, PPPJJ-GCVAB and WAYNO 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChessE4 Posted June 14, 2023 Report Share Posted June 14, 2023 Haven't cruised since the menu change, but previously we enjoyed the crab cake appetizer, and our son liked the cold fruit soups. For entree, we enjoyed the lamb shank, pork medallion, lobster tail, and duck. I also liked tiger shrimp. Rarely had a bad meal, although I wouldn't recommend the pasta dishes in the MDR, especially ravioli. The great desserts have been mentioned, and usually anything chocolate was good. My all-time favorite was the chocolate sensation. Next year we will see how the new menu has been adjusted. Still thinking there will be changes based on survey results. Monic.TW 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FSUFAN Posted June 21, 2023 Report Share Posted June 21, 2023 Do you have a go-to entree? The steak is ok. Ask for rare if you want it at least medium done and not well. Is there a specific dessert that you must have? Creme Brule, the chocolate molten cake with ice cream. IMHO the very best dessert thing on the ship are the oatmeal raisin cookies (not available in the MDR). An appetizer that tickles your fancy? Daughter-in-law always asked for the cheese plate (which is in the desserts section) for appetizer. Several cheeses and some fruit. Monic.TW 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimnKathy Posted June 23, 2023 Report Share Posted June 23, 2023 I always love a nice rare cut of Prime Rib in the MDR...extremely delicious! Monic.TW 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted June 23, 2023 Report Share Posted June 23, 2023 1 hour ago, JimnKathy said: I always love a nice rare cut of Prime Rib in the MDR...extremely delicious! I wish we had had good experiences with the MDR prime rib, but we have consistently gotten tough and gristly pieces. We have quit ordering it. Maybe we should try again... Monic.TW, JimnKathy, PPPJJ-GCVAB and 2 others 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPPJJ-GCVAB Posted June 23, 2023 Report Share Posted June 23, 2023 My experience with the prime rib is more like @WAAAYTOOO. I have never gotten a decent cut! It’s either too rare…too tough…too grisly…too fatty…or too overdone for my liking. I stopped ordering it even though I am a true beef lover! Monic.TW, Montemy2419, WAAAYTOOO and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingNewb Posted June 23, 2023 Report Share Posted June 23, 2023 Anything and everything from Jamie's Italian. Been there 4 times on 2 different cruises. MDR - NY steak has been consistently good. Ask for rare. MDR - my spouse LOVED the sliced cranberry bread. It had some other things in it and was shaped like a ciabatta and sliced like normal white bread. It was very good. Windjammer - some sort of Caribbean stew with some kind of beef product. I can't remember any details but I ate it alot. Chops - Ribeye with Jus. Everything else is pale in comparison except for the Mushroom soup. Monic.TW 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yo2slick Posted June 23, 2023 Report Share Posted June 23, 2023 French onion soup is amazing, the cheesecake and royal chocolate cake are awesome. Best advise I can give you is try everything! We often order multiple items in the MDR just to try different things. I really like the buffet at breakfast time. Even on our SC sailing I still went to the buffet for breakfast 5 out of the 7 mornings. Chops is great, 150 CP is a must as well. WAAAYTOOO and Monic.TW 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montemy2419 Posted June 24, 2023 Report Share Posted June 24, 2023 If you eat in the Main Dining Room and it's getting closer to the time for your show to start you can always ask them to make the dessert to go. The will give it to you on a plate with a cover and just ask for silverware from your waiter and stash it in your room for a late night snack. Monic.TW, CruiseMommyOf3 and PPPJJ-GCVAB 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monic.TW Posted June 28, 2023 Author Report Share Posted June 28, 2023 On 6/23/2023 at 9:36 PM, Montemy2419 said: If you eat in the Main Dining Room and it's getting closer to the time for your show to start you can always ask them to make the dessert to go. The will give it to you on a plate with a cover and just ask for silverware from your waiter and stash it in your room for a late night snack. Hey thanks for the friendly tip. I will definitely keep this in mind on my cruise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KJ777 Posted July 8, 2023 Report Share Posted July 8, 2023 Ooh, I'm late to this party! I love most of the food on the cruise! Creme Brulee is my all time favorite dessert, order it every night! Usually the bananas foster is pretty good but last cruise, I think they used plantains and it wasn't good. I like the muesli that's in the Windjammer at breakfast. Honestly, I'm all about the food!! Monic.TW 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monic.TW Posted July 8, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2023 3 hours ago, KJ777 said: Ooh, I'm late to this party! I love most of the food on the cruise! Creme Brulee is my all time favorite dessert, order it every night! Usually the bananas foster is pretty good but last cruise, I think they used plantains and it wasn't good. I like the muesli that's in the Windjammer at breakfast. Honestly, I'm all about the food!! No such thing as being late to the party. Great suggestions are always valid! tingtang, KJ777 and WAYNO 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amanalo217 Posted July 9, 2023 Report Share Posted July 9, 2023 I've enjoyed many of the items in MDR, included venues, and specialty dining but my all time favorite item is the hash browns in WJ. Monic.TW 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrimsonCruiser Posted July 10, 2023 Report Share Posted July 10, 2023 On 6/13/2023 at 9:13 AM, Monic.TW said: Do you have a go-to entree? I fell in LOVE with the truffle pasta in Coastal Kitchen and now desperately wish it was served shipwide Quote Is there a specific dessert that you must have? Since I don't like chocolate I skew toward the Apple Blossom. It's delicious! (runners up are the key lime and no sugar added peach shortcake...when it's ACTUALLY a CAKE) Quote An appetizer that tickles your fancy? FRENCH ONION SOUP!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Or perhaps something you wish they'd serve on the ship? Ever since realizing it was a thing that could be done on ships I want Royal to do Kbbq. it's my "treat" on land and I'd love to get it on vacation Monic.TW 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisellama Posted July 10, 2023 Report Share Posted July 10, 2023 For some reason - I really like the "Floating Island" dessert offered in CK. Always make sure I make the serving day and time. Monic.TW and Ampurp85 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barjpoe Posted July 10, 2023 Report Share Posted July 10, 2023 17 hours ago, amanalo217 said: I've enjoyed many of the items in MDR, included venues, and specialty dining but my all time favorite item is the hash browns in WJ. I'm not a fan of them, though I do like the breakfasted roasted potatoes. Monic.TW 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monic.TW Posted July 10, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 10, 2023 1 hour ago, CrimsonCruiser said: I fell in LOVE with the truffle pasta in Coastal Kitchen and now desperately wish it was served shipwide Since I don't like chocolate I skew toward the Apple Blossom. It's delicious! (runners up are the key lime and no sugar added peach shortcake...when it's ACTUALLY a CAKE) FRENCH ONION SOUP!!!!!!!!!!! Ever since realizing it was a thing that could be done on ships I want Royal to do Kbbq. it's my "treat" on land and I'd love to get it on vacation Oh Korean BBQ would be amazing, tho I think it's more of a regional favorite for most. CrimsonCruiser 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted July 10, 2023 Report Share Posted July 10, 2023 Indian food... WJ, MDR, CK... anywhere you can find it. Butter chicken is my favorite. tingtang and Monic.TW 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ampurp85 Posted July 10, 2023 Report Share Posted July 10, 2023 2 hours ago, cruisellama said: For some reason - I really like the "Floating Island" dessert offered in CK. Always make sure I make the serving day and time. I have seen this on the brunch menu in the MDR, it lacks the flavor of CK. For some reason I love a good meringue, but the floating island at CK is was/my favorite dessert. cruisellama and Monic.TW 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monic.TW Posted July 11, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 11, 2023 Everyone is listing so many amazing desserts, I honestly think I'm going to end up with cavities after the cruise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan79 Posted July 11, 2023 Report Share Posted July 11, 2023 8 hours ago, CrimsonCruiser said: Since I don't like chocolate I skew toward the Apple Blossom. It's delicious! I agree!! As someone who does not like apple pie, the apple blossom is my hands down favorite dessert onboard! It’s THAT good!! Monic.TW, CrimsonCruiser, OCSC Mike and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbrinkm Posted July 11, 2023 Report Share Posted July 11, 2023 The apple cobbler in the MDR is NO substitute for the Apple Blossom! My favorite main course of the whole cruise was the Pecan Crusted Salmon. CrimsonCruiser and Monic.TW 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pattycruise Posted July 13, 2023 Report Share Posted July 13, 2023 On 7/10/2023 at 9:07 PM, Ryan79 said: I agree!! As someone who does not like apple pie, the apple blossom is my hands down favorite dessert onboard! It’s THAT good!! The apple blossom has been removed from the MDR desserts at dinner time. check the lunch time menu, it is available one day at lunch in the dining room on a 7 day cruise. CrimsonCruiser and Monic.TW 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrimsonCruiser Posted July 13, 2023 Report Share Posted July 13, 2023 9 hours ago, Pattycruise said: The apple blossom has been removed from the MDR desserts at dinner time. check the lunch time menu, it is available one day at lunch in the dining room on a 7 day cruise. ....oh my god you're right......I didn't notice.........but it's gone....those monsters.... MDT127, USCG Teacher and Monic.TW 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USCG Teacher Posted July 13, 2023 Report Share Posted July 13, 2023 15 minutes ago, CrimsonCruiser said: ...oh my god you're right......I didn't notice.........but it's gone....those monsters.... I'll join you at the bar to commiserate over my lost Grand Marnier soufflé. First round's on me! CrimsonCruiser, WAAAYTOOO and Monic.TW 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barjpoe Posted July 13, 2023 Report Share Posted July 13, 2023 9 hours ago, USCG Teacher said: I'll join you at the bar to commiserate over my lost Grand Marnier soufflé. First round's on me! What ship, what sailing, what bar, what day, time? I'll be there too. Monic.TW and USCG Teacher 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monic.TW Posted July 14, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 14, 2023 10 hours ago, USCG Teacher said: I'll join you at the bar to commiserate over my lost Grand Marnier soufflé. First round's on me! I'm always down for a drink at the bar. Just named the bar, ship and sailing! CrimsonCruiser and tingtang 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vacationer Posted July 20, 2023 Report Share Posted July 20, 2023 One night may be lobster night. Seek and find that entree, it's a good one. Monic.TW 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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