dave_k63 Posted May 9, 2012 #1 Share Posted May 9, 2012 Is the MDR for lunch a thing of the past? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdrenalineRush Posted May 9, 2012 #2 Share Posted May 9, 2012 Is the MDR for lunch a thing of the past? Just on sea days, not an option when in port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golfadj Posted May 9, 2012 #3 Share Posted May 9, 2012 Yes just on sea days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astropilot Posted May 9, 2012 #4 Share Posted May 9, 2012 Just on sea days, not an option when in port. It's been that way as long as I been cruising. I for one, don't really care for the MDR for lunch. Just not my cup of tea, others however love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdrenalineRush Posted May 9, 2012 #5 Share Posted May 9, 2012 I for one, don't really care for the MDR for lunch. Just not my cup of tea, others however love it. Some like to be served, its great to have options. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astropilot Posted May 9, 2012 #6 Share Posted May 9, 2012 Some like to be served, its great to have options. No argument here. I just don't care for it, but it is a nice option for those who do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChefSusan Posted May 9, 2012 #7 Share Posted May 9, 2012 I *think* that Dream still offers Embarkment Lunch in the MDR - not sure as we have never been on her. I would love it if passengers were able to eat in the MDR for lunch during embarkation - it would probably lessen the mob scene on Lido, and those that enjoy a sit-down lunch could do this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_k63 Posted May 9, 2012 Author #8 Share Posted May 9, 2012 Thanks everyone for the info. I kind of like lunch in the MDR. It would be especially nice on embarkation day, I agree. I don't know if the comedy brunch thing will be on the Conquest for our next cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H82seaUgo Posted May 9, 2012 #9 Share Posted May 9, 2012 Is the MDR for lunch a thing of the past? sounds like it. first they close it on port days (made even worse when it's an early afternoon sail). now, they are converting a breakfast and lunch into a brunch on one of their ships, all while they tell jokes while you're trying to wake up while you're hoping no one is taking your towel out by the pool. oh well. one less meal to tip for. personally, i will miss 7 days of rotating menues served to me. this is a far cry from table service at a designated table with both your designated team of waiters that were specifically there to serve you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rferr Posted May 9, 2012 #10 Share Posted May 9, 2012 sounds like it. first they close it on port days (made even worse when it's an early afternoon sail). now, they are converting a breakfast and lunch into a brunch on one of their ships, all while they tell jokes while you're trying to wake up while you're hoping no one is taking your towel out by the pool. oh well. one less meal to tip for. personally, i will miss 7 days of rotating menues served to me. this is a far cry from table service at a designated table with both your designated team of waiters that were specifically there to serve you. There is probably a cruise line that still does.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rnvattes Posted May 9, 2012 #11 Share Posted May 9, 2012 Is the MDR for lunch a thing of the past? Nope. At least not on Fascination a couple of weeks ago. We did MDR for lunch on one of our sea days (the other sea day we were too lazified to move very far from our loungers :p ) and really enjoyed it. It's great to not have to fight the crowds at the buffet lines, to get in away from the noise and sun for a while, and be waited on instead of serving yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggieworkman Posted May 9, 2012 #12 Share Posted May 9, 2012 Nope. At least not on Fascination a couple of weeks ago. We did MDR for lunch on one of our sea days (the other sea day we were too lazified to move very far from our loungers :p ) and really enjoyed it. It's great to not have to fight the crowds at the buffet lines, to get in away from the noise and sun for a while, and be waited on instead of serving yourself. But as the comedy brunch rolls out across the fleet, lunch in the MDR WILL be a thing of the past. Maggie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H82seaUgo Posted May 9, 2012 #13 Share Posted May 9, 2012 There is probably a cruise line that still does.... that sounds like the next carnival slogan. you better copyright it quick! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crusinpsychRN Posted May 9, 2012 #14 Share Posted May 9, 2012 It would be a shame for the brunch to close MDR. It's a nice alternative to the buffet with the hurry up and wait and all the people picking over food. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Gail & Marty sailing away Posted May 9, 2012 #15 Share Posted May 9, 2012 We like it the best for lunch .. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elgato2 Posted May 9, 2012 #16 Share Posted May 9, 2012 Yeah..we like the MDR for lunch also..DH and I both HATE buffets..something very unappetizing about serving food to myself that's been picked over by others beforehand..not to mention the waiting in line and carrying trays to a table... DH says reminds him too much of being in the service:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rottweiler Puppy Posted May 9, 2012 #17 Share Posted May 9, 2012 We like it the best for lunch .. Same here. The lido options are not that great and I am not a fan of the long lines Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tracyanns Posted May 9, 2012 #18 Share Posted May 9, 2012 But as the comedy brunch rolls out across the fleet, lunch in the MDR WILL be a thing of the past. Maggie Not really...the brunch is both breakfast and lunch items on the menu so you can still get lunch in the MDR, just not a rotating menu, which I have heard some ships have already stopped. So, for those looking for a meal that consists of lunch items in the MDR on sea days, YES, it is still available, it will just be called brunch now and have breakfast items available also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mizzouaholic Posted May 9, 2012 #19 Share Posted May 9, 2012 Now if only they would serve chocolate melting cake as a desert option ont he Lido we would all be set! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marshhawk Posted May 9, 2012 #20 Share Posted May 9, 2012 I *think* that Dream still offers Embarkment Lunch in the MDR - not sure as we have never been on her. I would love it if passengers were able to eat in the MDR for lunch during embarkation - it would probably lessen the mob scene on Lido, and those that enjoy a sit-down lunch could do this. I so agree with you! There are lots of people who are older that just want to sit and relax, there are plenty of hours to kill before muster. On the other hand, the employees are probably enjoying some well deserved down time. (jersey girl married to texan) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggieworkman Posted May 9, 2012 #21 Share Posted May 9, 2012 Not really...the brunch is both breakfast and lunch items on the menu so you can still get lunch in the MDR, just not a rotating menu, which I have heard some ships have already stopped. So, for those looking for a meal that consists of lunch items in the MDR on sea days, YES, it is still available, it will just be called brunch now and have breakfast items available also. True. But my statement is correct. There will no longer be "lunch" in the MDR, it is replaced by the "brunch." Here are the lunch type items available during the brunch: Tomato soup Caesar salad Steak and eggs Mac and cheese papparadelle pasta with mushroom cream sauce grilled salmon chicken alla diavola Maggie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarilynTX Posted May 9, 2012 #22 Share Posted May 9, 2012 I always go to the MDR for lunch on embarkation day because most people don't realize you can. Has Carnival stopped serving on embarkation day? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SarahQ Posted May 9, 2012 #23 Share Posted May 9, 2012 I have mixed feelings on this one, partially because although I like lunch in the MDR now and then, generally speaking it seems sort of disappointing - service never seems to be up to the same level as dinner, food is hit and miss etc. Taking away "lunch" and putting "brunch" in it's place...not really a big deal for me personally, but I can see why some people might miss it. Obviously it will be a bit different atmosphere, and the fixed menu means that you may not go quite as often. That said, if the MDR was packed for lunch constantly, I don't think this is a change that would have been made - the demographic of cruisers is changing, many aren't keen on "wasting time" in the MDR at lunch when they can grab something quickly on the lido. Yes, I'm sure that there are a number of posters who think it's a cutback, maybe it is, but frankly you can't continue to add things without changing and taking others away. Keep in mind that as 2.0 rolls out, most ships will have added options - like Guy's Burgers, Blue Iguana Cantina etc., so you won't necessarily be "stuck" with the lido buffet options. The truth (the sad truth for some) is that Carnival makes their decisions based on their passengers demographics and where those are headed, as well as the bottom line (and why shouldn't they?). If you don't fit that "majority" demographic, it's a case of too bad, so sad for you. Carnival will NEVER be able to make everyone happy, so they're going to concentrate on what the demographic they're after (read that as young, with a lifetime of cruising ahead of them) wants, not what "seasoned" cruisers want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spleenstomper Posted May 9, 2012 #24 Share Posted May 9, 2012 on sea days we do all meals in the MDR... much less commotion than on the Lido.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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