Cruises of four days or fewer won't have formal nights, but those with five or six days will feature one formal night; seven- to 13-day sailings will have two formal nights; and voyages of 14 to 20 days will feature three formal nights. Open 11am 11pm. Required fields are marked *. The Piazza, a hallmark of the line, is truly grand; it's large, encompasses three decks and has three bold spiral staircases. MickeyBloggers Ed and Miranda arrived for one of the first lunch reservations of the day. Grateful if you can guide us how we can possibly done at the same table or split into 2 table of 8. Order before departure or chat to the service staff on board to arrange. Disclaimer: I was hosted as a guest of Princess Cruises on board the Regal Princess Scandinavia and Russia Cruise, however all opinions (and weight gained on-board) remain my own. Seating is. A chunk of fat and gristle connected to an inedible piece of meat arrived. Orders can be made via the Regal Princess website up until 11.30pm the night before or via a form in your room to be handed to your cabin steward. For breakfast service, tea, coffee and orange juice are brought round by the waitstaff, and at lunch and dinner the juice is changed to American Lemonade (which is flat in contrast to UK lemonade I wasnt aware there was a difference until my cruise!). I know am! Guests can choose from an appetizer of Braised Beef, Soup of the day, a Castle Salad or Jumbo Shrimp. Potato Pav, Roasted Seasonal Vegetables, and House-made Steak Sauce. Along with her husband and 2 kids, she spends her time traveling, beaching, and enjoying her dream job! The menu also includes sundaes, smoothies, shakes, and other diet-busting delights. The three main dining rooms on board the Regal Princess are Symphony, Concerto, and Allegro. Steak and seafood are the specialities of the theatre-style kitchen here and we were not dissappointed. How gorgeous is this plate? If you have a sweet tooth like me there are plenty of places to indulge it on board the Regal Princess. Today I want to tell you a little about the Regal Princess restaurant options, share some of the restaurant menus and share my thoughts on the dining and quality of food on Princess cruises and also ask the question, is speciality dining worth the money? And thank you for reading the MakeTimeToSeeTheWorld Travel Blog. The server warned us this was very coffee-forward. The International Cafe is open 24 hours a day and is found in the Regal Princess Piazza on deck 5. Daytime: During the day, casual is the name of the game, with shorts, swimsuits and flip-flops the norm. Its a stunner! It also involves a robust smartphone app that lets passengers send messages and locate each other on the ship, as well as navigate their way to onboard venues. Indulge in treats from our sinfully delicious Chocolate Journeys SM program, created for Princess. Menus for each meal can be previewed in a display window. Guests can choose from an appetizer of Braised Beef, Soup of the day, a Castle Salad or Jumbo Shrimp. Is it Worth Upgrading to the DFDS Premium Lounge? The child in our party was not interested in the offered appetizers. By clicking Accept All Cookies, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. On formal nights, don't miss his dessert offerings on the menu. Also check out Lauras Crown Grill Review she is a huge Princess fan and loves speciality dining, I trust her opinion. It wasnt long before the royalty arrived! But wow was it worth every penny. One night, you might get sauerkraut and various sausages for German night; another you might find fried fish and chips for English Pub night. This specialty Tuscan Italian restaurant is next to the Vine's wine bar just off the Piazza on deck 5 on the Regal Princess. Head to the lively atrium to savor casual French bistro-style dining with a modern twist at Bistro Sur La Mer, created with Chef Emmanuel Renaut, who holds the prestigious title of "Meilleur Ouvrier de France" (Best Craftsmen of France) and Chef of the Year by Le Chef, and whose Flocons de Sel restaurant has received three Michelin stars. That food was amaaazing!! When the ship is Down Under, the passenger base skews heavily in favor of Australians and New Zealanders with Japanese, Chinese and Korean cruisers heavily represented. Open 4pm -11pm. The beef is on the saltier side which is what makes the sweet potato pure the perfect pairing. You can either eat in, Allegro, Concerto or Symphony, the quality of food and service is wonderful as you would expect of Princess, of the many nights at sea we have enjoyed with Princess, we have never experienced poor food. Let me say straight away: You are NOT going to be hungry. This eliminates lines at omelet and beverage stations. Unfortunately, its the only plant-based option. This is more than just a traditional steakhouse, serving the highest quality cuts of beef, including New York strip steak, Porterhouse and Filet Mignon. Although every bit as friendly as the rest of the ship, service felt a little bit more formal and fancy perfect if youre having a special occaision. Weve added more of what you love to our award-winning Sabatinis specialty restaurant. 2 tables available nightly in Concerto & Symphony Dining Rooms. And if all of these dining options are not enough for you, there is also a daily Royal inspired afternoon tea in the Atrium on Deck 5, or a super specialty dining experience called the Chefs Table Lumiereheld in the Allegro dining room on Deck 6. Located on Deck 16 the Trident Grill serves up Burgers, Hot Dogs and Sandwiches poolside throughout the day and transforms into an American-style smokehouse from 6pm with Texas style BBQ, Pulled Pork and Spare Ribs under the stars. Lover of fun, adventure, food, Harry Potter, hiking, beaches, and chatting about the weather. Symphony Dining Room on board the Regal Princess Symphony, Concerto, and Allegro Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A full breakfast is served from 6 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Options include muesli, scrambled eggs (plain and also with add-ins like shrimp and scallions), pastries, oatmeal and cereal. Lets take a peek outside to Fantasyland. And theres daily afternoon tea, too. The system includes a wearable OceanMedallion, which is used to make purchases and automatically unlock your cabin door when you approach it. Cinderella made brief, distanced appearances in the room, but traditional character dining was unavailable. Once you're seated, a waiter takes your ticket and brings you your order when it's ready. Id love to hear how you think it compares get back to me after your trip. If you cant quite round up 12 willing participants to dine as a group, you are also able to place your name down with the wait staff from which tables are created from other interested passengers on board. What did you think of the dining options and food on board? Many of the bars also serve food. I think its safe to say that the Wine Makers Dinner was one of the dining highlights of our time on the Regal Princess. Follows the complete list of Regal Princess restaurants and food bars. Youll also enjoy treasured family recipes from our Italian chefs across the fleet, plus exquisite Italian wines and cocktails. Not permitted: In the dining rooms, items such as shorts, pool wear, distressed jeans and baseball caps are not permitted; shoes must be worn at all times. You'll find decadent desserts in venues across the ship. Do you have free wifi onboard when onshore and on sea? document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Hot dogs, made-to-order burgers, and chips* make up the tasty on-the-go lunchtime offerings. Only one of these dining rooms is open for breakfast and lunch, but all three are open for dinner. Included in your cruise fare You go anytime you want and you will be seated fairly quickly. In response, Princess made changes to get versions of those on Regal Princess, with some success. Princess Character Dining has finally returned to Cinderellas Royal Table at the Magic Kingdom. It only had about 10 pieces of gnocchi, but each was excellent. Sabatinis Italian, Deck 5 Forward, $25 per person, Crown Grill, Deck 7 Aft, $29 per person, plus extras, Ocean Terrace Seafood Bar, Deck 7 Midship. Continue to 8 of 9 below. (Located on Deck 16 adjacent to the Skywalk), Meals and Snack included in your cruise fare. Servers take the time to explain each of the different cuts of meat available before ordering it to be cooked to your liking in the open kitchen located at the center of the restaurant, and are served with the diners choice of specialty salt including Hawaiian Black, Smoked Applewood and Himalayan Mountain Pink. When Royal Princess debuted, passengers complained that two staples on the lines' other ships were lacking: the aft pool and the promenade deck. Suits of armor stand guard while swords and shields of royalty adorn the walls. Hi there Dine at the sushi bar or enjoy an elegant cruise restaurant experience. In addition to the varied cuisines, the atmosphere in the dining options ranges from casual take-away to elegant with exceptional sit-down service. Coming soon on Discovery Princess. The choice is always fantastic and if you are travelling with children they go out of their way to accommodate fussy eaters. Located opposite the Trident Grill on Deck 16, Prego is the perfect place to grab a slice of Pizza while you lounge poolside, or whist watching a movie on the big screen. Drinks and Cocktails supplementary Lets create an itinerary that gives you and your loved ones magical memories for years to come. Oh.. AND there are special packages where you can have a picnic in a cabana in the adults-only Sanctuary on deck 17. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Modern and sophisticated decor, entertainment and dining, By proceeding, you agree to Cruise Critics, Meals in the three main dining rooms and Horizon Court buffet, plus meals and snacks at Alfredos Pizzeria, the International Cafe and Trident Grill; also 24-hour room service (excluding select menu items), Broadway-style production shows in the Princess Theatre, Most activities and events listed in the Princess Patter daily program, Movies Under the Stars events, with popcorn, Use of the fitness center (except classes), Water, coffee, tea, and select juices from the Horizon Court buffet. Once checked in, Guests are greeted in the Grand Hall by the lady of the house herself, Cinderella! Created by Michelin-starred Chef Emmanuel Renaut, this specialty restaurant is a great value at just a $29 cover charge. Watch Crown Grill Restaurant Video Sample Menus: After finishing off desserts, Ed and Miranda made their way back down the Royal stairs to leave the castle, but they spotted one more little piece of pixie dust. Samples of menus from the main dining rooms and specialty restaurants on Princess Cruises' cruise ship Royal Princess. Get expert advice, insider tips and more. Dining Venues Details & Hours by Ship (PDF) #PrincessCruises Food The service, food and atmosphere was just wonderful, we never felt rushed, and the timings between courses was perfectly spaced. Princess offers unparalleled inclusive dining options throughout the ship with a wide range of culinary delights to suit any palate, from endless buffet choice to gourmet pizza, frosty treats, decadent desserts and much more. Breakfast: 5am 11.30am Lunch: 11:30am 3:30 pm Dinner: 5.30pm and 11pm. - Formal are Specialty Restaurants and The Standard Dining Rooms If this doesnt scream Rapunzel I dont know what does! Last night in the Allegro Dining room, I ordered the Steak Diane and was served a wafer thin sirloin steak that was like shoe leather. It doesn't wrap the ship like a true promenade; instead, it comprises two outdoor decks -- one portside, the other starboard side -- that are only accessible by cutting through the ship. One some nights the menus include a "Crafted by Curtis" option from celebrity chef, restaurateur and Iron Chef Curtis Stone. These are the current 5 night dinner menus in the main dining room (MDR) on Princess cruises, plus some bonus food pics. The buffet is actually better than the dining room. Enjoy classic steakhouse cuisine and premium seafood in a casual setting that recalls New Orleans. Or if you had one too many glasses of wine the night before! Princess offers unparalleled inclusive dining options throughout the ship with a wide range of culinary delights to suit any palate, from endless buffet choice to gourmet pizza, frosty treats, decadent desserts and much more. All of them have the same menu every night, so you dont need to feel left out about only being assigned one. You place your order, and the chef hands you a ticket. During the eleven days I was onboard the Regal Princess, I was able to try almost every single one of the restaurants onboard.