Gctw Posted October 25, 2016 #1 Share Posted October 25, 2016 My apologies if this has been asked already, wondering if any of you have suggestions on where to go for lunch on the day of embarkation besides the buffet? This will be my first time sailing on the Royal so I'm not certain if there are any tips or secrets places where perhaps it's not quite as packed that you can grab a bite while you wait for your cabin to be ready. Thanks in advance! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted October 25, 2016 #2 Share Posted October 25, 2016 (edited) My apologies if this has been asked already, wondering if any of you have suggestions on where to go for lunch on the day of embarkation besides the buffet? This will be my first time sailing on the Royal so I'm not certain if there are any tips or secrets places where perhaps it's not quite as packed that you can grab a bite while you wait for your cabin to be ready. Thanks in advance! Sent from my iPhone using Forums 1 of the DR's should be open from Noon-1:30pm. Relaxing and quiet. Alfredos is open too. Your cabin should be ready when you board. Edited October 25, 2016 by Colo Cruiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gctw Posted October 25, 2016 Author #3 Share Posted October 25, 2016 Thanks so much! Just what I was hoping to hear. :) Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted October 25, 2016 #4 Share Posted October 25, 2016 Thanks so much! Just what I was hoping to hear. :) Sent from my iPhone using Forums Not sure if you saw but I edited my response. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gctw Posted October 25, 2016 Author #5 Share Posted October 25, 2016 I did, thanks! I'm coming from Cape Coral. Not too bad of a drive but I know we'll be eager to stretch out and grab a bite as soon as we get there. Alfredos would be fantastic for my picky daughter! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happiness is cruising Posted October 25, 2016 #6 Share Posted October 25, 2016 and princess cabins are ready when you board... NOT LIKE CARNIVAL!!! Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gctw Posted October 25, 2016 Author #7 Share Posted October 25, 2016 Haha Good to know! We've sailed CCL, RCCL, NCL, MSC...this will be our first PCL! Looking forward to it! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky TGO Posted October 25, 2016 #8 Share Posted October 25, 2016 Just a suggestion go to Alfredo's it's a lot better then the MDR. :) Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam in CA Posted October 25, 2016 #9 Share Posted October 25, 2016 Just a suggestion go to Alfredo's it's a lot better then the MDR. :)Yup. I prefer to go to Alfredo's for embarkation lunch as well. Very few people go there for some odd reason. You won't get a 4-course meal but on the Royal, you can get salad, pizza (whole personal pizza), pasta, etc. It's sit down waitstaff served. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micahs Grandad Posted October 25, 2016 #10 Share Posted October 25, 2016 Yup. I prefer to go to Alfredo's for embarkation lunch as well. Very few people go there for some odd reason. You won't get a 4-course meal but on the Royal, you can get salad, pizza (whole personal pizza), pasta, etc. It's sit down waitstaff served. And a very nice anti pasto Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gctw Posted October 25, 2016 Author #11 Share Posted October 25, 2016 Yup. I prefer to go to Alfredo's for embarkation lunch as well. Very few people go there for some odd reason. You won't get a 4-course meal but on the Royal, you can get salad, pizza (whole personal pizza), pasta, etc. It's sit down waitstaff served. Perfect! Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easyboy Posted October 25, 2016 #12 Share Posted October 25, 2016 Yup. I prefer to go to Alfredo's for embarkation lunch as well. Very few people go there for some odd reason. You won't get a 4-course meal but on the Royal, you can get salad, pizza (whole personal pizza), pasta, etc. It's sit down waitstaff served. So true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reedprincess Posted October 25, 2016 #13 Share Posted October 25, 2016 My apologies if this has been asked already, wondering if any of you have suggestions on where to go for lunch on the day of embarkation besides the buffet? This will be my first time sailing on the Royal so I'm not certain if there are any tips or secrets places where perhaps it's not quite as packed that you can grab a bite while you wait for your cabin to be ready. Thanks in advance! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Main dining room (12-1:30) Alfredo's - Italian fare, the veal pasta is kikket International Cafe - sandwiches, salads, pastries, soups, desserts Trident Grill - burgers, brats, chicken sandwich, hot dogs, fries Prego Pizza - pizza by the slice with cheese, pepperoni and pizza of the day... All open and serving food for lunch... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antsp Posted October 25, 2016 #14 Share Posted October 25, 2016 and princess cabins are ready when you board... NOT LIKE CARNIVAL!!! Sent from my iPad using Forums Not always. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floridalover5623 Posted October 25, 2016 #15 Share Posted October 25, 2016 The Horizon buffet is never overly crowded & has many more choices. Of course you have to serve your self but it's quick & easy with a nice view of the harbor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reader0108598 Posted October 25, 2016 #16 Share Posted October 25, 2016 (edited) OP thanks for asking ,had not thought of Alfredo's for lunch. Now I know where I am eating on embarkation day:D Thank you, Reader Edited October 25, 2016 by Reader0108598 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare geoherb Posted October 25, 2016 #17 Share Posted October 25, 2016 The Horizon buffet is never overly crowded & has many more choices. Of course you have to serve your self but it's quick & easy with a nice view of the harbor.I've always found the Horizon Court to be crowded on embarkation day. My preference is for the main dining room then International Cafe if we arrive too late for the dining room. We haven't sailed on a ship with Alfredo's on which we arrived too late. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IECalCruiser Posted October 25, 2016 #18 Share Posted October 25, 2016 The MDR (12:00 to 1:30) and Alfredo's are both good choices for lunch. The MDR embarkation lunch menu usually has two of my favorite desserts, orange soufflé (never pass up a Princess soufflé for dessert) and Nutella ice cream and I often order both. Also, Alfredo's is open every day for lunch while the MDR is only open on embarkation and sea days. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floridalover5623 Posted October 25, 2016 #19 Share Posted October 25, 2016 I've always found the Horizon Court to be crowded on embarkation day. My preference is for the main dining room then International Cafe if we arrive too late for the dining room. We haven't sailed on a ship with Alfredo's on which we arrived too late. Not on the Regal or Royal and the selections put the DR to shame. There's plenty of room to move around & lot of seating most any time of day. Of course you have to serve yourself which I don't mind at all. I can take exactly what & how much I want without having to have a waiter run & get it for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riclop Posted October 25, 2016 #20 Share Posted October 25, 2016 My apologies if this has been asked already, wondering if any of you have suggestions on where to go for lunch on the day of embarkation besides the buffet? This will be my first time sailing on the Royal so I'm not certain if there are any tips or secrets places where perhaps it's not quite as packed that you can grab a bite while you wait for your cabin to be ready. Thanks in advance! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Alfredo's is we always go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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