annabug Posted February 1, 2018 #1 Share Posted February 1, 2018 Hi Everyone! We will be on the Gem this June!! So excited! It will be myself, DH, and 2 children, 13 and 9. We most recently sailed on the Breakaway. We tried Cagneys, Teppanyaki, Moderno. I was going to do the same 3, and possible ad in La Cucina? Has anyone tried these places, any thoughts advice or food pics please!!!! Thank you!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notnewtoit Posted February 1, 2018 #2 Share Posted February 1, 2018 (edited) I'd take Le Bistro over Cucina personally. We kinda rotate around between Cagneys, Moderno, Le Bistro and throw in some sushi along the way. Honestly, you can't go far wrong either way, try 'em all. :cool: Edited February 1, 2018 by Notnewtoit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonobochick Posted February 1, 2018 #3 Share Posted February 1, 2018 I was on the Gem in late November last year. I hit up Cagney's, Le Bistro, Moderno, and Teppanyaki. Looking at my picks, I took a few at Le Bistro but somehow didn't take pics at the other restaurants. I went to Cagney's the most on my Gem cruise (I had specialty dining package plus 2 platinum vouchers) and enjoyed my meals there. Last night of a cruise, seems like this restaurant is especially popular. I have to say also that this was the first Cagney's - I've been on Breakaway and on Epic - where I thought the food was actually really good. I thought Cagney's on Epic was disappointing and on the Breakaway, it was only ok. Le Bistro is always good. I only went once on that cruise. I went the first night of my cruise and it was pretty quiet. We did leave NYC later than normal, though (guessing cause it was the first cruise right after the 10-day Gem cruise that got cancelled), so that could've been why. I've found the service to be the best in Le Bistro as well. Went to Moderno once too. I usually like churrascaria but the meats seems bland/under-seasoned and too chewy the night I went, so I was somewhat disappointed. The salad bar was excellent, though, at Moderno. And my drink was good! ;) I have had better experiences at Moderno on the Breakaway. Finally hit up Teppanyaki... my first experience at Teppanyaki ever. It was fun with good food. I have a shellfish allergy so I got my food cooked first, which I appreciated that accommodation. Can't recall the name of my chef. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notnewtoit Posted February 1, 2018 #4 Share Posted February 1, 2018 Le Bistro is always good. I only went once on that cruise. I went the first night of my cruise and it was pretty quiet. We did leave NYC later than normal, though (guessing cause it was the first cruise right after the 10-day Gem cruise that got cancelled), so that could've been why. I've found the service to be the best in Le Bistro as well. Strangely true... for whatever reason Le Bistro tends to be quiet at the start of most cruises I've been on... livens up mid week onwards. This may also be a timing issue though since we're European and tend to eat later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mugtech Posted February 2, 2018 #5 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Modern was disappointing for us , all the rest were good or very good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted February 2, 2018 #6 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Cagney's and Teppanyaki are the most popular and are on the top of our list (you gotta book Teppanyaki 90 days - 12 midnight Miami time before your cruise). It's a toss up between Moderno and Le Bistro. Given the kids, the meats carved by the Pasadores is probably a better choice. We don't spend money on La Cucina, it's similar to any Italian restaurant at home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
megansdad1 Posted February 2, 2018 #7 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Food tends to be subjective. Personally I would do La Cucina over Moderno. The Osso Bucco was the best dish I have had on any cruise line Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casofilia Posted February 2, 2018 #8 Share Posted February 2, 2018 (edited) We always pick Le Bistro first; often more than once; then Moderno; but we make sure we don't overdo the chowder and salads; Cagney's is always good; even though the filet in Le Bistro can be better; we tend to keep away from La Cucina; not as good as many Italian ashore. Edited February 2, 2018 by casofilia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NMLady Posted February 2, 2018 #9 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Hi Everyone! We will be on the Gem this June!! So excited! It will be myself, DH, and 2 children, 13 and 9. We most recently sailed on the Breakaway. We tried Cagneys, Teppanyaki, Moderno. I was going to do the same 3, and possible ad in La Cucina? Has anyone tried these places, any thoughts advice or food pics please!!!! Thank you!!!!!!! Is there some reason you do not want to try Le Bistro? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casofilia Posted February 2, 2018 #10 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Le Bistro mushroom soup is to die for!! We always find their mains really good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClarkBHM Posted February 2, 2018 #11 Share Posted February 2, 2018 While we enjoyed Teppanyaki, I didn't find the food to be that much different than the local Benihana. :-( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gingerclerg Posted February 2, 2018 #12 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Just on the Gen Jan 3. We loved Cagneys. Le Bistro is my favorite. La Cucina was nice. We have done Japanese tempanyaki at other venues and had no desire. We passed on moderno because it is not our dining style. I ate too much at Le Bistro, the Veal was best thing I ate entire cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weluv2cruise2gether Posted February 2, 2018 #13 Share Posted February 2, 2018 We love Cagneys and La Cucina! We usually do Cagney's twice (filet mignon as main and oreo cheesecake for dessert!!!) and La Cucina once. Not a fan of Le Bistro as French cuisine is really not our thing. Moderno is ok, but with all the food you eat on a cruise, we really don't need an all you can eat meat meal (hahaha!). We have done Teppanyaki once, it was good, but we have 2 hibachi restaurants close to us at home that we frequent, so we don't feel the need to pay extra for that experience on a cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annabug Posted February 8, 2018 Author #14 Share Posted February 8, 2018 Thank you everyone for your replies!!!!! Im thinking I may try Le Bistro too! So I may buy the 4 night package Cagneys Teppanyaki Le Bistro La Cucina I may skip moderno this time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newmexicoNita Posted February 8, 2018 #15 Share Posted February 8, 2018 I'd take Le Bistro over Cucina personally. We kinda rotate around between Cagneys, Moderno, Le Bistro and throw in some sushi along the way. Honestly, you can't go far wrong either way, try 'em all. :cool: We always enjoy the experience of the specialty dining rooms and the quality. For us, our first choice always is Le Bistro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dexddd Posted February 8, 2018 #16 Share Posted February 8, 2018 You can also try Orchid Garden - that one is free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stlcardsfan79 Posted February 8, 2018 #17 Share Posted February 8, 2018 Hi 1st cruise on NCL and we leave on Sunday. I'm looking at purchasing one of the dining packages. Am I too near cruising date to be able for us to get into Cagney's as well as the others restaurants? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggTexasGal Posted February 8, 2018 #18 Share Posted February 8, 2018 Hi 1st cruise on NCL and we leave on Sunday. I'm looking at purchasing one of the dining packages. Am I too near cruising date to be able for us to get into Cagney's as well as the others restaurants? Did you know that you can log into your MY NCL account and try to book these now? Or, you can call NCL and ask to book the restaurants you want! Or, if you go to the Restaurant Reservation desk upon embarkation, you might still be able to get the restaurant(s) with times you like. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stlcardsfan79 Posted February 8, 2018 #19 Share Posted February 8, 2018 I didn't want to book the specialty package then go on line and the reservations are all full? But I will go ahead and try. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dexddd Posted February 9, 2018 #20 Share Posted February 9, 2018 I didn't want to book the specialty package then go on line and the reservations are all full? But I will go ahead and try. Thanks. You can check individually without having to have a package already purchased. Even if you don't see availability you would have pretty good luck finding the places that are taking reservations right after you board. Usually somewhere around the atrium and sometimes by entrance to buffet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted February 9, 2018 #21 Share Posted February 9, 2018 I didn't want to book the specialty package then go on line and the reservations are all full? But I will go ahead and try. Thanks. NCL holds [a lot] of tables for onboard booking. Reserve your dinner on embarkation day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gingerclerg Posted February 9, 2018 #22 Share Posted February 9, 2018 If you're wanting a Speciality dinner on the last night book it ASAP. Final night is in high demand. Sent from my SM-G935V using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stlcardsfan79 Posted February 10, 2018 #23 Share Posted February 10, 2018 Ok thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poohdreaming Posted February 26, 2018 #24 Share Posted February 26, 2018 On my recent cruise with NCL Gem, I had the dining package. I went to Cagney's, Le Bistro, and La Cucina for 2 times. I did not book in advanced so I had to go with La Cucina for 2 times, however it was not that bad. I skipped Teppanyaki because I usually have this type of food back at home and I also skipped moderno because I did not like how it was about too much meat. You might like Teppanyaki for the food entertainment part. Cagney's seem to be more popular. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newmexicoNita Posted February 26, 2018 #25 Share Posted February 26, 2018 It is always interesting to see how different people feel about dining. We happen to really enjoy La Cucina but are not so thrilled with Teppanyakis. We have eaten there about 3 times, fun? Sometimes, great food? Well if you want to make your meal mainly rice it is ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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