princess76021 Posted August 28, 2016 #1 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Can one of you knowledgeable people tell me what is open for dining on embarkation day other than the lido deck. :confused: Also what level do we enter the ship?:rolleyes: Thanks a bunch!!!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ARCruisinNana Posted August 28, 2016 #2 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Sorrento's and Cafe Promenade will be open. Enter on Deck 4. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted August 28, 2016 #3 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Windjammer, Cafe Promenade and Sorrentos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tokyotea Posted August 28, 2016 #4 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Thank you for asking this! I am wondering the same thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princess76021 Posted August 28, 2016 Author #5 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Sorrento's and Cafe Promenade will be open. Enter on Deck 4. Sent from my iPad using Forums Thank you! I am trying to plan our attack!!!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princess76021 Posted August 28, 2016 Author #6 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Windjammer, Cafe Promenade and Sorrentos. Isn't windjammer on the lido? :rolleyes: Really don't want to venture into the maddening crowds! :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CCC3 Posted August 28, 2016 #7 Share Posted August 28, 2016 The windjammer people clear tables pretty fast. We've never had too long of a wait to get a table. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princess76021 Posted August 28, 2016 Author #8 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Thank you for asking this! I am wondering the same thing. I kept looking for it and could never find the answer!:( As you can see I a usually a lurker but cruise is in two weeks and I needed an answer!:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WupperAV Posted August 28, 2016 #9 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Windjammer on Lido is the best bet. Probably be ety seats and the food is good. You can get an early window seat and watch everything.:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princess76021 Posted August 28, 2016 Author #10 Share Posted August 28, 2016 The windjammer people clear tables pretty fast. We've never had too long of a wait to get a table. It's not a table, it's the crowds! I sometimes feel like I am in the center of an eating frenzy!!!;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted August 28, 2016 #11 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Isn't windjammer on the lido? :rolleyes: Really don't want to venture into the maddening crowds! :eek: Lido is not a term used on Royal Caribbean ships. It means shore or beach, and is used by some cruise lines to mean the pool deck. The Windjammer buffet on many of RC's ships is on the same deck as the pools, but not on all. So your choices on the Liberty of the Seas on embarkation day is the Windjammer Buffet on Deck 11, Sorrento's pizza place on the Royal Promenade on Deck 5, or Café Promenade for sandwiches and little bites on the Royal Promenade on Deck 5. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nealstuber Posted August 28, 2016 #12 Share Posted August 28, 2016 (edited) Thank you! I am trying to plan our attack!!!:D For us the best plan of attack was patience. We had a nice breakfast at the hotel before heading to the ship. We enjoyed the solarium until they announced the rooms were available (at 1). That's when we hit the windjammer with no lines. We thought it was a great call, as that was the only time the solarium was not overcrowded. The room was still there when we finished lunch (and so were our bags!) Sent from my iPhone using Forums Edited August 28, 2016 by nealstuber Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princess76021 Posted August 28, 2016 Author #13 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Windjammer on Lido is the best bet. Probably be ety seats and the food is good. You can get an early window seat and watch everything.:cool: Thank you but we really are trying to avoid the lido on embarkation! After that probably no holds barred!!!!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twinmommy08 Posted August 28, 2016 #14 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Deck four is correct. I believed we walked towards the forward of the ship and found an elevator to take up. Most go towards the back to get on the elevator. The Windjammer wasn't awful- plenty of food and waiters available to refill drinks and assist those with mobility issues. These folks are pros and know how to turn over of a ship. We had a great seat and enjoyed a nice lunch and people watched for a few. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princess76021 Posted August 28, 2016 Author #15 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Lido is not a term used on Royal Caribbean ships. It means shore or beach, and is used by some cruise lines to mean the pool deck. The Windjammer buffet on many of RC's ships is on the same deck as the pools, but not on all. So your choices on the Liberty of the Seas on embarkation day is the Windjammer Buffet on Deck 11, Sorrento's pizza place on the Royal Promenade on Deck 5, or Café Promenade for sandwiches and little bites on the Royal Promenade on Deck 5. First cruise on Royal not sure about the terminology, thought the lido was the eating deck sorry. :o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princess76021 Posted August 28, 2016 Author #16 Share Posted August 28, 2016 For us the best plan of attack was patience. We had a nice breakfast at the hotel before heading to the ship. We enjoyed the solarium until they announced the rooms were available (at 1). That's when we hit the windjammer with no lines. We thought it was a great call, as that was the only time the solarium was not overcrowded. The room was still there when we finished lunch (and so were our bags!) Sent from my iPhone using Forums We will be driving in!!! Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hapster85 Posted August 28, 2016 #17 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Lido is not a term used on Royal Caribbean ships. It means shore or beach, and is used by some cruise lines to mean the pool deck. That's what I was thinking, but I've only been on two RC cruises, so my knowledge is limited. Thanks for verifying that I wasn't imagining it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted August 28, 2016 #18 Share Posted August 28, 2016 That's what I was thinking, but I've only been on two RC cruises, so my knowledge is limited. Thanks for verifying that I wasn't imagining it. I'm here to educate. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princess76021 Posted August 28, 2016 Author #19 Share Posted August 28, 2016 I'm here to educate. :D Please then, tell me what I should know about the Liberty! Like I said I cruise in two weeks and I want to know everything!!!!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinkrosesdeb Posted August 28, 2016 #20 Share Posted August 28, 2016 I think you would find the Windjammer very well laid out on Royal. While it does get busy we have always been able to find seats and make quick runs thru the lines. If Liberty has a Giovanni's Table that has also been a paid option for us when we want a quieter full-service meal. I am not sure if it is available on embarkation day on Liberty but I KNOW all the experts here can answer that if you are looking for another choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted August 28, 2016 #21 Share Posted August 28, 2016 (edited) I think you would find the Windjammer very well laid out on Royal. While it does get busy we have always been able to find seats and make quick runs thru the lines. If Liberty has a Giovanni's Table that has also been a paid option for us when we want a quieter full-service meal. I am not sure if it is available on embarkation day on Liberty but I KNOW all the experts here can answer that if you are looking for another choice. Giovanni's is excellent place for lunch but not open on 1st day, windjammer is also packed on 1st day, on our last cruise , they let people use Chops tables since they ran out of tables in WJ ( Chops is normally dedicated to suite quest only, for breakfast and lunch) Edited August 28, 2016 by George C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princess76021 Posted August 28, 2016 Author #22 Share Posted August 28, 2016 I think you would find the Windjammer very well laid out on Royal. While it does get busy we have always been able to find seats and make quick runs thru the lines. If Liberty has a Giovanni's Table that has also been a paid option for us when we want a quieter full-service meal. I am not sure if it is available on embarkation day on Liberty but I KNOW all the experts here can answer that if you are looking for another choice. sounds great for during the cruise BUT i was looking for an alternative for embarkation day!! :D we will probably try the promenade deck and see what they have to offer!:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 28, 2016 #23 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Please then, tell me what I should know about the Liberty! Like I said I cruise in two weeks and I want to know everything!!!!:) Here is a great place to start: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/search/royal-caribbean/liberty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinkrosesdeb Posted August 28, 2016 #24 Share Posted August 28, 2016 So, maybe it is only the Oasis class ships that open Giovanni's for lunch? I really thought we had lunch in Giovanni's on embarkation day on Freedom...but it could be my aging memory again. Whenever we have the chance to go to Giovanni's at embarkation we go because it is so relaxing! And, the food is great. I can't even remember what it cost us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 28, 2016 #25 Share Posted August 28, 2016 So, maybe it is only the Oasis class ships that open Giovanni's for lunch? ... That's been our experience, though we've not been on Quantum class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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