The Porch on Silhouette--open for lunch embarkation day?

[Saturngrl]

Is The Porch open for lunch on embarkation day? I know Bistro on 5 will be, as well as the buffet....other options?

[Wj420]

Last time we sailed on the ship the Porch was open. Excellent alternerative to the buffet! Enjoy.

[jagoffee]

Yes, the Porch is open on embarkation day with the new menu.

[jenniebnyc]

Yes, but I do believe they are testing a new seafood heavy menu and the cost is $25 (maybe $20?). There have been mixed reviews on the new menu. Most have said it is just average and not worth the upcharge. There is also a SEAFOOD "TOWER" which is not a tower, but a plate of seafood consisting of 2 mussels, a few shrimp, etc. Again, mixed reviews. There are photos of the "tower" and other items on this board.

 

I grew up, and currently live, on the NE coast so no need for me to have this while cruising. Unless you are giving me fresh/local items like conch, wahoo, and grouper while in the carribean, I don't see this being successful. How I would love a grouper sandwich while in the carribean on the ship though!!!

 

Other items that get mixed reviews - the fish tacos. Apparently the tortilla falls apart when eating it and the fish is never hot.

 

Good concept, but the execution does not seem to be there.