Utopia Mason Jar - not eating?

[Brenna]

I see that Mason Jar has a late night menu, as well as some fun looking drinks. Does anyone know if its possible to go in there/hang out/listen to music with a drink without dining reservations? We are looking to have 1 meal there but think the vibe might be for us at other times. We loved the BBQ place on Oasis and just sitting & listening to the bank with one of their speciality cocktails. 

[OCSC Mike]

1 minute ago, Brenna said:

Does anyone know if its possible to go in there/hang out/listen to music with a drink without dining reservations?

Yes, you can visit the bar any time it is open. It is VERY popular on Wonder when the band is playing.

[AshleyDillo]

The dining area is separated from the bar area, so it works as a standalone bar that everyone is welcome to use. It was very popular on Wonder and Utopia.  During the day it's a nice place to relax in the A/C with a great view, too.

[Brenna]

Thank you! Excellent news  Now to decide between Brunch & Dinner for what meal we'll have there ha 

[OCSC Mike]

15 minutes ago, AshleyDillo said:

During the day it's a nice place to relax in the A/C with a great view, too.

Agreed. Usually empty and has nice rocking chairs for us pre-vintages.

[OCSC Mike]

19 minutes ago, Brenna said:

Thank you! Excellent news  Now to decide between Brunch & Dinner for what meal we'll have there ha 

FWIW, I vote brunch and I know several regular posters here are also big fans.

Never actually did dinner but have done brunch every time I was on Wonder and will be sticking with it on Utopia in the future.

You can try several of the dinner items at brunch if you want more of a lunch rather than breakfast. You'll just be missing the BBQ items and a couple other things.

[Brenna]

6 minutes ago, OCSC Mike said:

FWIW, I vote brunch and I know several regular posters here are also big fans.

Never actually did dinner but have done brunch every time I was on Wonder and will be sticking with it on Utopia in the future.

You can try several of the dinner items at brunch if you want more of a lunch rather than breakfast. You'll just be missing the BBQ items and a couple other things.

I wish we were on for more than 4 nights or we would do both

[WAAAYTOOO]

Just reflecting....but I think it is very smart of Royal to have a lunch/brunch that is more appealing than its dinner menu.  It just helps spread the crowd over a longer period of time.  If I eat a big lunch (especially at MJ !) I will not be hungry for dinner so I just snack around.  I think it's a smart move on their part.

[OCSC Mike]

8 minutes ago, Brenna said:

I wish we were on for more than 4 nights or we would do both

Just gives you a reason to go back or do a B2B!

[Brenna]

3 minutes ago, OCSC Mike said:

Just gives you a reason to go back or do a B2B!

For sure! We would have looked at a B2B for this one, but we'll be going to Disney World for the first time 

[Pattycruise]

7 hours ago, OCSC Mike said:

FWIW, I vote brunch and I know several regular posters here are also big fans.

Never actually did dinner but have done brunch every time I was on Wonder and will be sticking with it on Utopia in the future.

You can try several of the dinner items at brunch if you want more of a lunch rather than breakfast. You'll just be missing the BBQ items and a couple other things.

Finally sailing Wonder in March and booked boarding day brunch at Mason jar and a dinner for another night.  I’ve seen a few people say brunch is better.  Figured I’d give both a shot as it’s not highly likely I’ll be sailing her again. 

[amanalo217]

When I looked at the menu in the app I noticed a late night option. Is that food available in bar area or just late night seating in dining area? Does it require a reservation and could you get it to go?

[Brenna]

4 hours ago, amanalo217 said:

When I looked at the menu in the app I noticed a late night option. Is that food available in bar area or just late night seating in dining area? Does it require a reservation and could you get it to go?

We'll probably be testing this out as well in a few weeks! 

Just booked our brunch reservation for Day 3

[AshleyDillo]

On 8/4/2024 at 10:18 AM, amanalo217 said:

When I looked at the menu in the app I noticed a late night option. Is that food available in bar area or just late night seating in dining area? Does it require a reservation and could you get it to go?

It's only available in the bar area. No reservations needed. They aren't really equipped for to-go but I would imagine they could give you a room service cover if you asked.

[OCSC Mike]

20 minutes ago, AshleyDillo said:

They aren't really equipped for to-go but I would imagine they could give you a room service cover if you asked.

Yeah, they'll figure something out in my experience. We've taken dessert to go after having brunch and they've wrapped stuff in saran wrap.

[PPPJJ-GCVAB]

On 8/4/2024 at 2:57 PM, Brenna said:

We'll probably be testing this out as well in a few weeks! 

Just booked our brunch reservation for Day 3

We are booked for embarkation day…12:30pm. Looking forward to it!

[FamilyCruise]

We're cruising on Utopia this December, and I've heard some very good things about Mason Jar. I've been unable to find a list of bourbons offered at their bar. I know they carry Buffalo Trace bourbons, but does anyone have a list of specific bourbons at Mason Jar? 

[AshleyDillo]