Rare jcathers1 Posted May 21 #1 Share Posted May 21 Several years ago, Haven guests received 50% off at Food Republic on the first night of the cruise. Does anyone know of any deals like this currently (at FR or any other specialty restaurant)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russiamomm Posted May 21 #2 Share Posted May 21 Never heard of that. Sorry. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david_sobe Posted May 21 #3 Share Posted May 21 (edited) I have a vague memory of that in the early days of the Escape. But have not heard of that for a very long time. To assist with the crowds the newer ships would give Haven guests an option to have lunch at Margaitaville (when it existed) or the American Diner. Not sure if that still is in effect. I have not heard of any dinner discounts lately. Going way back people in the Haven used to be able to get specialty restaurant appetizers for free in the Haven. That's all long gone. I had completely forgotten about the Food Republic discount. That's odd to think about from today's perspective. I suppose The Food Republic was seen as a lunch place and maybe they were trying to jump start a dinner crowd or maybe it was throwing a small perk to Haven guests. I do remember it. I never experienced it but it was in the days when Food Republic was a new concept. Did not last long. Edited May 21 by david_sobe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jcathers1 Posted May 21 Author #4 Share Posted May 21 16 minutes ago, david_sobe said: I have a vague memory of that in the early days of the Escape. But have not heard of that for a very long time. To assist with the crowds the newer ships would give Haven guests an option to have lunch at Margaitaville (when it existed) or the American Diner. Not sure if that still is in effect. I have not heard of any dinner discounts lately. Going way back people in the Haven used to be able to get specialty restaurant appetizers for free in the Haven. That's all long gone. I had completely forgotten about the Food Republic discount. That's odd to think about from today's perspective. I suppose The Food Republic was seen as a lunch place and maybe they were trying to jump start a dinner crowd or maybe it was throwing a small perk to Haven guests. I do remember it. I never experienced it but it was in the days when Food Republic was a new concept. Did not last long. Thanks. I had totally forgotten about getting free lunch at Margaritaville on embarkation day. Another perk lost to time... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erisajd Posted May 21 #5 Share Posted May 21 just figure any 'special' perks like that are long gone . . . 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roddy good boy Posted May 22 #6 Share Posted May 22 I just poised this same question a few weeks back and got similar responses! It was a nice perk and it relieved the Haven restaurant on embarkation day. Back then, my entire family took advantage of going to both Margaritaville, and then later Food Republic. But then, I also remember when Haven passengers didn’t pay gratuities on free at sea, and could eat unlimited meals with the specialty meal package! Long gone… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dexddd Posted May 22 #7 Share Posted May 22 I do recall either a discount or free FR first day. Have not seen mentioned long time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Two Wheels Only Posted May 22 #8 Share Posted May 22 4 hours ago, dexddd said: I do recall either a discount or free FR first day. Have not seen mentioned long time. I remember a 50% discount at FR for lunch but I've never been offered a discount of any kind for dinner at any specialty restaurant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roddy good boy Posted May 22 #9 Share Posted May 22 8 minutes ago, Two Wheels Only said: I remember a 50% discount at FR for lunch but I've never been offered a discount of any kind for dinner at any specialty restaurant. I first sailed in the Haven in 2013. I understand unlimited specialty dining for haven passengers ended shortly thereafter. Others here may know of the exact year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Two Wheels Only Posted May 22 #10 Share Posted May 22 19 minutes ago, roddy good boy said: I first sailed in the Haven in 2013. I understand unlimited specialty dining for haven passengers ended shortly thereafter. Others here may know of the exact year. UDP (unlimited number) became 4SDP (4 uses) around 2015ish. We sailed in 2016 and we had UDP, some had 4SDP, and some had 3SDP after NCL reduced from 4 to 3 within a few months after dropping from unlimited to 4. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted May 22 #11 Share Posted May 22 On 5/21/2024 at 12:19 PM, jcathers1 said: Thanks. I had totally forgotten about getting free lunch at Margaritaville on embarkation day. Another perk lost to time... Actually, it's now free for everyone. So, everyone gets the perk, now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruiseny4life Posted May 22 #12 Share Posted May 22 25 minutes ago, graphicguy said: Actually, it's now free for everyone. So, everyone gets the perk, now. Everyone may get the perk, but the menu has been seriously downgraded. Perhaps you don't/didn't value the offering, but there are those of us that did. It will impact any future embarkation lunch for my husband and I - we missed it on Pr1ma, since there's no American Diner. Just another (of several I've mentioned) reason I refuse to book a cruise for the foreseeable future. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrownEyedGirl686 Posted May 22 #13 Share Posted May 22 I believe it was the American diner was free tonhaven guests on embarkation day May 2023 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sand and Seas Posted May 22 #14 Share Posted May 22 1 hour ago, BrownEyedGirl686 said: I believe it was the American diner was free tonhaven guests on embarkation day May 2023 American Diner just changed to a complimentary restaurant on our January Encore cruise. We read here that all of the other American Diners would be changing too. That first embarkation day lunch, we were there as they attempted to seat Haven guests first.....and then let in everyone else. We had read about the new changes and simpler menu here on CC, but many cruisers were somewhat surprised. So, the only 'benefit' for Haven cruisers on that day was they were seated before the other cruisers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrownEyedGirl686 Posted May 23 #15 Share Posted May 23 4 hours ago, Sand and Seas said: American Diner just changed to a complimentary restaurant on our January Encore cruise. We read here that all of the other American Diners would be changing too. That first embarkation day lunch, we were there as they attempted to seat Haven guests first.....and then let in everyone else. We had read about the new changes and simpler menu here on CC, but many cruisers were somewhat surprised. So, the only 'benefit' for Haven cruisers on that day was they were seated before the other cruisers. yea like I said - ours was this time last year so I’m sure a lot has changed. I wonder what other restaurant if any will be offered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sand and Seas Posted May 23 #16 Share Posted May 23 1 hour ago, BrownEyedGirl686 said: yea like I said - ours was this time last year so I’m sure a lot has changed. I wonder what other restaurant if any will be offered. We haven't heard of any other substitute lunch for Haven guests at embarkation and I have tried to follow every thread with Haven news. I guess they could try and open another specialty at lunch time but it seems like they are content to let the Haven restaurant handle the first day surge🤔 Definitely extra pressure for the staff that first day. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted May 23 #17 Share Posted May 23 I only ate at the American Diner because it was free for Haven guests, but only on embarkation day. I think I did that twice. Was it good? Yeah....similar to Johnny Rockets on Royal. Typical fare, too....burgers, fries, nachos, etc. Would I go out of my way to dine there, again. Nope. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjacobs11 Posted May 23 #18 Share Posted May 23 22 hours ago, Two Wheels Only said: UDP (unlimited number) became 4SDP (4 uses) around 2015ish. We sailed in 2016 and we had UDP, some had 4SDP, and some had 3SDP after NCL reduced from 4 to 3 within a few months after dropping from unlimited to 4. Those deals were better than anything offered as part of the "welcome back to cruising" push. We also got free air (not BOGO) for FOUR of us on our late 2015 sailing of Escape. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erisajd Posted May 23 #19 Share Posted May 23 And now, its down to two person in a two person Haven cabin . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RocketMan275 Posted May 23 #20 Share Posted May 23 4 hours ago, graphicguy said: I only ate at the American Diner because it was free for Haven guests, but only on embarkation day. I think I did that twice. Was it good? Yeah....similar to Johnny Rockets on Royal. Typical fare, too....burgers, fries, nachos, etc. Would I go out of my way to dine there, again. Nope. We did it once on Breakaway. We would not do it again even if it was free. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted May 23 #21 Share Posted May 23 This is the menu for American Diner......at least the last one I saw....no prices (except for shakes) so they had already made it part of the free dining options.... SHAKE THINGS UP HOUSEMADE MILKSHAKES $7 Chocolate, Vanilla, Banana, Strawberry, or Our Flavor of the Day APPETIZERS SMOKED FISH DIP Cream Cheese, Tabasco, Worcestershire Sauce, Paprika, Pickled Vegetables, Corn Tortilla Chips CHEESE NACHOS Corn Tortilla Chips, Jalapeños, Pico de Gallo, Cheddar Cheese Sauce WHITE BEAN CHICKEN CHILI Shredded Chicken, Navy Beans, Green Chilies, Cumin, Cilantro, Lime CAESAR SALAD Romaine Lettuce, Parmesan Cheese, Croutons, Anchovies GRECIAN SALAD Romaine Lettuce, Tomato, Feta Cheese, Cucumber, Red Onion, Olives, Oregano Dressing HAND HELDS SERVED WITH A SIDE SALAD OR FRENCH FRIES PULLED PORK SLIDERS Tangy Coleslaw, Sweet Hawaiian Rolls CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH Diced Grilled Chicken, Dijon-Herb Mayonnaise, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Multigrain Bread TAVERN-BATTERED FISH SANDWICH Battered Cod, Tartar Sauce, Tangy Coleslaw, Sesame Seed Bun CHEESEBURGER* American Cheese, Shredded Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Sesame Seed Bun THE WRANGLER BURGER* Cheddar Cheese, Sautéed Onions, Bacon, BBQ Sauce, Jalapeño, Sesame Seed Bun SPECIALTIES SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS Homemade Italian Meatballs, Pomodoro Sauce, Parmesan Cheese, Fresh Basil CHICKEN “POT PIE” CASSEROLE Creamy Chicken and Vegetables, Biscuits LECHÓN ASADO Cuban Roast Pork, Plantains, White Rice, Black Beans HOMEMADE MEATLOAF Roasted Corn, Mashed Potato, BBQ Sauce DESSERTS BREAD PUDDING Caramel Whiskey Sauce CARROT AND WALNUT CAKE Cream Cheese Icing CHOCOLATE MOUSSE Strawberry Coulis, Graham Crumble Your check may reflect an additional tax for certain ports or itineraries. A 20% gratuity, beverage and specialty service charge will be added to your check. If you have any type of food allergy, please advise your server before ordering. *These items are served raw or undercooked, or contain (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, seafood, shellfish, eggs, milk or poultry may increase your risk of food borne illness,especially if you have certain medical conditions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruiseny4life Posted May 23 #22 Share Posted May 23 1 hour ago, graphicguy said: This is the menu for American Diner......at least the last one I saw....no prices (except for shakes) so they had already made it part of the free dining options.... SHAKE THINGS UP HOUSEMADE MILKSHAKES $7 Chocolate, Vanilla, Banana, Strawberry, or Our Flavor of the Day APPETIZERS SMOKED FISH DIP Cream Cheese, Tabasco, Worcestershire Sauce, Paprika, Pickled Vegetables, Corn Tortilla Chips CHEESE NACHOS Corn Tortilla Chips, Jalapeños, Pico de Gallo, Cheddar Cheese Sauce WHITE BEAN CHICKEN CHILI Shredded Chicken, Navy Beans, Green Chilies, Cumin, Cilantro, Lime CAESAR SALAD Romaine Lettuce, Parmesan Cheese, Croutons, Anchovies GRECIAN SALAD Romaine Lettuce, Tomato, Feta Cheese, Cucumber, Red Onion, Olives, Oregano Dressing HAND HELDS SERVED WITH A SIDE SALAD OR FRENCH FRIES PULLED PORK SLIDERS Tangy Coleslaw, Sweet Hawaiian Rolls CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH Diced Grilled Chicken, Dijon-Herb Mayonnaise, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Multigrain Bread TAVERN-BATTERED FISH SANDWICH Battered Cod, Tartar Sauce, Tangy Coleslaw, Sesame Seed Bun CHEESEBURGER* American Cheese, Shredded Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Sesame Seed Bun THE WRANGLER BURGER* Cheddar Cheese, Sautéed Onions, Bacon, BBQ Sauce, Jalapeño, Sesame Seed Bun SPECIALTIES SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS Homemade Italian Meatballs, Pomodoro Sauce, Parmesan Cheese, Fresh Basil CHICKEN “POT PIE” CASSEROLE Creamy Chicken and Vegetables, Biscuits LECHÓN ASADO Cuban Roast Pork, Plantains, White Rice, Black Beans HOMEMADE MEATLOAF Roasted Corn, Mashed Potato, BBQ Sauce DESSERTS BREAD PUDDING Caramel Whiskey Sauce CARROT AND WALNUT CAKE Cream Cheese Icing CHOCOLATE MOUSSE Strawberry Coulis, Graham Crumble Your check may reflect an additional tax for certain ports or itineraries. A 20% gratuity, beverage and specialty service charge will be added to your check. If you have any type of food allergy, please advise your server before ordering. *These items are served raw or undercooked, or contain (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, seafood, shellfish, eggs, milk or poultry may increase your risk of food borne illness,especially if you have certain medical conditions. Yep, that's the new and enhanced (but not improved) one. Other than the milkshake and Lechon Asado, there's not a thing I would eat. Well, maybe the carrot cake too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted May 23 #23 Share Posted May 23 As a "critic" - that latest AD menu read to me almost like the newly re-constituted, hybrid, old & original O'Sheehan's full menu from 4 to 5 years ago ... the smoked fish dip and white bean chicken chili is "new". Pound cake/apple pie with ice cream isn't there. Milk shakes came in a highball glass and not in a tall fountain glass, and for that price, nope ... I'll pass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sand and Seas Posted May 23 #24 Share Posted May 23 We ate at the 'new' American Diner a couple of times. If you look at it as an open-air version of The Local/O'Sheehan's, its enjoyable for lunch on a warm weather cruise. Greek Salad, Pulled Pork Sliders and a Chicken Salad sandwich or Burger. Carrot Cake or Bread Putting with Carmel Whiskey sauce and we were satisfied. And, the Milkshakes (for $7) were still good😋 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted May 23 #25 Share Posted May 23 Had AD's nachos and cheeseburger. Both were good. Not something I'd make a special effort to dine, though. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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