UDP and extra charge items

[pj17]

Husband had lobster in Le Bistro. We were on UDP... no charge added to bill. Only problem we had with UDP was TOO MUCH FOOD!!!!

[GeezerCouple]

This thread has probably confused more than answer the OP question. Very simple and straightforward answer. With UDP there are NO additional charges regardless of how much or what you eat or how many specialties you visit in one evening.

 

Almost, but not quite.... (sorry!):

 

The best that we can figure out is that the ONLY time one would have an additional charge with the UDP is IF one person orders TWO entrees at a single sitting in Cagney's.

Then it seems there would be a surcharge of something like $10 or $15 (??).

Doing this at any other included specialty restaurant, even at Le Bistro, would *not* incur any additional charge.

 

The odd thing about this is that presumably one could come *back* to Cagney's a second time in one evening, and order that second entree (and maybe just continue the entire second half of the meal? :)) and there would NOT be any surcharge at all.

 

And that would also take up a lot more space and time at a table at Cagney's, a table they could otherwise use for other patrons.

"Go figure...." :confused:

 

But we did not try to order a second entree at Cagney's, so we don't know for sure if they would really add that surcharge.

 

GeezerCouple

[Sabiney]

We were on the Pearl in December. Two in our party had the lobster add on and were charged the extra $10.00 each w/the UDP. When brought to the waiters attention, we were told that there was an upcharge. After it was still on their account a few days later we contacted the concierge and she had it removed.

 

So, be sure to check you account...

 

Pat

[aquarianne11]

We were on the Pearl in December. Two in our party had the lobster add on and were charged the extra $10.00 each w/the UDP. When brought to the waiters attention, we were told that there was an upcharge. After it was still on their account a few days later we contacted the concierge and she had it removed.

 

So, be sure to check you account...

 

Pat

 

Thanks for heads up, that's good to know. We never had UDP before so I'm reading and trying to learn as much as I can.

[mein18]

Almost, but not quite.... (sorry!):

 

The best that we can figure out is that the ONLY time one would have an additional charge with the UDP is IF one person orders TWO entrees at a single sitting in Cagney's.

Then it seems there would be a surcharge of something like $10 or $15 (??).

Doing this at any other included specialty restaurant, even at Le Bistro, would *not* incur any additional charge.

 

The odd thing about this is that presumably one could come *back* to Cagney's a second time in one evening, and order that second entree (and maybe just continue the entire second half of the meal? :)) and there would NOT be any surcharge at all.

 

And that would also take up a lot more space and time at a table at Cagney's, a table they could otherwise use for other patrons.

"Go figure...." :confused:

 

But we did not try to order a second entree at Cagney's, so we don't know for sure if they would really add that surcharge.

 

GeezerCouple

 

We did order a second entree in Cagneys but had them hold the 2 extra sides. I added the sea bass to my filet mignon. We were not charged any extra.

This ended up being a different take on surf and turf so they may have treated it as that.

[LrgPizza]

We did order a second entree in Cagneys but had them hold the 2 extra sides. I added the sea bass to my filet mignon. We were not charged any extra.

This ended up being a different take on surf and turf so they may have treated it as that.

Where did you come up with "the 2 extra sides"? In Cagney's, all the entrees are separate from the side dishes. The sides are ordered separately and you can get as many or as few as you want.

[mein18]

Where did you come up with "the 2 extra sides"? In Cagney's, all the entrees are separate from the side dishes. The sides are ordered separately and you can get as many or as few as you want.

You are correct that they are separate however unless I am mistaken, either the menu says "select 2' or the waiter said that or we just assumed sine that is standard in most restaurants. In any case, my point was we ordered what was in essence 2 entrees and was not charged any extra.

[SAILPRO]

Almost, but not quite.... (sorry!):

 

The best that we can figure out is that the ONLY time one would have an additional charge with the UDP is IF one person orders TWO entrees at a single sitting in Cagney's.

Then it seems there would be a surcharge of something like $10 or $15 (??).

Doing this at any other included specialty restaurant, even at Le Bistro, would *not* incur any additional charge.

 

The odd thing about this is that presumably one could come *back* to Cagney's a second time in one evening, and order that second entree (and maybe just continue the entire second half of the meal? :)) and there would NOT be any surcharge at all.

 

And that would also take up a lot more space and time at a table at Cagney's, a table they could otherwise use for other patrons.

"Go figure...." :confused:

 

But we did not try to order a second entree at Cagney's, so we don't know for sure if they would really add that surcharge.

 

GeezerCouple

 

Getting Conflicting information on extra charges at Cagneys and Le Bistro.

 

With UDP at Cagneys & Le Bistro - no surcharge for special item but there is a extra charges for ordering second entree?

 

Seafood Tower, where is it being offer and is there is surcharge if you have UDP?

[GeezerCouple]

Getting Conflicting information on extra charges at Cagneys and Le Bistro.

 

With UDP at Cagneys & Le Bistro - no surcharge for special item but there is a extra charges for ordering second entree?

 

Seafood Tower, where is it being offer and is there is surcharge if you have UDP?

 

We don't think there is anything called Seafood Tower (or not anymore).

 

As for the upcharge for an extra entree, definitely conflicting info, including conflicting FAQs floating around.

 

All we can say is that at Le Bistro over the holidays, no upcharge for higher-cost entrees, and no upcharge for a second entree for one person.

 

We didn't have to ask or argue.

We knew about the conflicting FAQs, and decided, if there is a charge, we'll just pay it.

 

But ALL charges were shown, and ALL charges were zero'd out when they processed our cards with the UDP stickers.

 

GeezerCouple

[SAILPRO]

We don't think there is anything called Seafood Tower (or not anymore).

 

As for the upcharge for an extra entree, definitely conflicting info, including conflicting FAQs floating around.

 

All we can say is that at Le Bistro over the holidays, no upcharge for higher-cost entrees, and no upcharge for a second entree for one person.

 

We didn't have to ask or argue.

We knew about the conflicting FAQs, and decided, if there is a charge, we'll just pay it.

 

But ALL charges were shown, and ALL charges were zero'd out when they processed our cards with the UDP stickers.

 

GeezerCouple

 

Thanks GeezerCouple!

 

Think it's silly to charge extra for second entree at Cagneys and/or other specialty restaurants if you've the UDP.

 

If the entree is good and wanted to order another to share then why not, also one may not want dessert afterward.

Don't think they'll loose $$ on one extra steak since not everyone is ordering 2nd.

 

What if someone eats at Cagneys at 5:30, go to the show, and then come back again to Cayneys after the show (since their steak is good)?

Are they going to charge you extra $10 for the 2nd entree since you ate there twice today?

 

Come on, not everyone is going to order 2nd entree, well maybe a handfull (since they're big eater).

 

This is vacation, and it's FREESTYLE correct? :D

[GeezerCouple]

Thanks GeezerCouple!

 

Think it's silly to charge extra for second entree at Cagneys and/or other specialty restaurants if you've the UDP.

 

If the entree is good and wanted to order another to share then why not, also one may not want dessert afterward.

Don't think they'll loose $$ on one extra steak since not everyone is ordering 2nd.

 

What if someone eats at Cagneys at 5:30, go to the show, and then come back again to Cayneys after the show (since their steak is good)?

Are they going to charge you extra $10 for the 2nd entree since you ate there twice today?

 

Come on, not everyone is going to order 2nd entree, well maybe a handfull (since they're big eater).

 

This is vacation, and it's FREESTYLE correct? :D

 

We don't know for sure that Cagney's DOES charge for a second entree, but we think that's what is supposed to happen.

 

And we fully agree: If someone can return later for an entire second meal, then... why quibble about a *part* of another meal without making the person leave and then return (which could be in 5 minutes, with back to back reservations :rolleyes: )

 

GeezerCouple

[mrobstad]

Just got back from my Getaway cruise with UDP....no charge for anything, and they were great to mix things up....at Cagneys, I had rib eye and lobster....at Le Bistro, had the seafood tower....as a previous poster said, problem with the UDP is eating too much.

[aquarianne11]

Just got back from my Getaway cruise with UDP....no charge for anything, and they were great to mix things up....at Cagneys, I had rib eye and lobster....at Le Bistro, had the seafood tower....as a previous poster said, problem with the UDP is eating too much.

 

 

Great news! What is a seafood tower? Thanks [emoji1]

[mrobstad]

Lobster, shrimp, scallops in a cream sauce with puff pastry. I'd go for the lobster tails....they looked really good! And at Cagneys, I ordered shrimp cocktail and specified 10 shrimp.....yummy

[aquarianne11]

Lobster, shrimp, scallops in a cream sauce with puff pastry. I'd go for the lobster tails....they looked really good! And at Cagneys, I ordered shrimp cocktail and specified 10 shrimp.....yummy

 

 

Wow, sounds really great. Thanks for the tips! :)

[mrobstad]

Honestly, I'd never cruise without it! Sorry I didn't ask for another lobster tail at Teppanyakis, too. At that point, I wasn't sure if id be charged...

[mein18]

Lobster, shrimp, scallops in a cream sauce with puff pastry. I'd go for the lobster tails....they looked really good! And at Cagneys, I ordered shrimp cocktail and specified 10 shrimp.....yummy

 

Never thought to ask for more shrimp. Getting only 3 was quite sparse. The shrimp cocktail was great.

[LrgPizza]

There is nothing called a seafood tower on any of the specialty menus. If you look for that, you will be disappointed. There is a dish called FRUITS DE MER at Le Bistro which is Lobster, Shrimp, Scallops and Fennel in Puff Pastry. It's good, but a far cry from anything that would be described as a tower. It's a bunch of seafood in sauce on a piece of pastry.

[rvsullivan]

There is nothing called a seafood tower on any of the specialty menus. If you look for that, you will be disappointed. There is a dish called FRUITS DE MER at Le Bistro which is Lobster, Shrimp, Scallops and Fennel in Puff Pastry. It's good, but a far cry from anything that would be described as a tower. It's a bunch of seafood in sauce on a piece of pastry.

 

You nailed it!! Years ago NCL had a dish called seafood tower or some variation of that, long gone. Fruits de Mer is what is available now and it could be called a seafood trio, but surely not a tower. It's good, but there are a few Le Bistro dishes that are better.

[mrobstad]

Yes, you're both correct. My bad!

[Kattus]

When we ate in Le Bistro with the UDP and I had Fruit de Mer, my husband and I had to argue over the $10 charge on our bill, and a maitre de acted like she was doing us a favor by taking off the charge! :confused:

[nancynana9950]

I took a screenshot on of the most recent Terms & Conditions for UDP and I will bring it with me just in case this happens to us.

[hpecorari]

How are extra charge items treated in the specialty restaurants if you have the Ultimate Dining Packag?

 

Things like lobster in Cagney's and steak for two in Le Bistro are usually an up charge ove the regular fee. Are they still an added fee for UDP participants? Or they included in the UDP?

 

The up charge items are included. However, if you wish for a 2nd entree there is a $10.00 fee in which 18% gratuity will be added to that $10.00.

 

Harriet

[hpecorari]

This thread has probably confused more than answer the OP question. Very simple and straightforward answer. With UDP there are NO additional charges regardless of how much or what you eat or how many specialties you visit in one evening.

 

UNLESS you order a 2nd entree.

 

Harriet

[Orleanscruiser]

The up charge items are included. However, if you wish for a 2nd entree there is a $10.00 fee in which 18% gratuity will be added to that $10.00.

 

Harriet

Dining Terms & Conditions from NCL website

 

Ultimate Dining Package

 

For sailings on or before July 2nd, 2015

The Ultimate Dining Package (UDP) is available via pre-sell or onboard purchase on days 1-2 of the voyage only. On 3-day sailings, the package is only for sale on day 1. No refunds are available if fewer restaurants are visited. The Ultimate Dining Package is non transferable. An 18% gratuity and specialty service charge will be added to the package price. A la carte priced restaurants and Ocean Blue are not included in the Ultimate Dining Package, but will be discounted 20% for those purchasing the package. Carlo’s Bake Shop items, Ice Cream Bar, Gelato, Chef’s Table is not included in the Ultimate Dining Package. The UDP does not include beverages. No Kids pricing, package available for guest 13 and older. Excludes all 1- and 2-day sailings. Includes add-ons in Le Bistro such as Fruit de Mer, Lobster and Cote De Boeuf. The package does not apply to Special Occasion/Holiday menus (New Year’s, Christmas, etc.). Latitudes Platinum Guests will receive a $20 discount on the Ultimate Dining Package (as they receive 1 complimentary dinner in Le Bistro). Additional main courses in Cagney’s and Le Bistro will be charged at $10.00.

 

For Sailings on or after July 3rd, 2015

The Ultimate Dining Package (UDP) is available via pre-sell or onboard purchase on days 1 and 2 of the voyage only. On 3-day sailings the package is only for sale on day 1. No refunds are available if fewer restaurants are visited. The UDP is nontransferable. Reservations are not required for UDP guests, however, tables reserved onboard will be subject to availability for reservations made 24 hours in advance. We encourage you to log in to My NCL to make dining reservations in advance for specific night(s) of your cruise. An 18% gratuity and specialty service charge will be added to the package price. A 25% discount applies to all a la carte and entertainment based dining and select Specialty Restaurants. These venues include: Sushi, Raw Bar, Food Republic, Hot Rock, Tapas Bar, Noodle Bar, Ocean Blue, Ocean Blue on The Waterfront, The Cellars, The District, Murder Mystery, Cirque Dreams & Dinner, Illusionarium, Supper Club, Wine Lovers, Pajama Jam, Bayamo and Pincho by Jose Garces. The UDP does not include beverages or corresponding gratuity. No kids pricing available for UDP. Excludes all 1 and 2 day sailings. Includes add-ons in Le Bistro such as Fruit de Mer, Lobster and Cote De Boeuf. Does not apply to special occasion/holiday menus (New Year’s, Christmas, etc.). Latitudes Platinum Guests will receive a $20 discount on the UDP (as they receive 1 complimentary dinner in Le Bistro). $10 per each additional main course will be charged in Le Bistro & Cagney’s. Chef’s Table, Jazz Brunch, Carlo’s Bake Shop items, Ice Cream Bar and Gelato are not part of the package.