NCL Specialty Dining Review: Which is the Best?

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  • @Katalex29
    @Katalex29 3 місяці тому +1

    Last year my husband and I were on Dawn for 12 nights- our absolute favourites were Le Bistro followed by Cagney's. I completely agree, the chocolate dessert in Le Bistro was to die for. This time around, later this month on Escape- I will be ordering that cheesecake!!! - Also, with the two mentioned restaurants- we found the sommeliers to be very well informed and helped us making some truly memoriable wine choices. Truly wonderful dining onboard NCL

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  3 місяці тому

      @@Katalex29 Yes! Loved working with the sommelier to get a great wine each night. They were so helpful and always checked which drink package we had and tried to stay within the package. And yes, we loved the chocolate dessert at Le Bistro but that cheesecake!!!!! OMG is so accurate!!😁🚢

  • @dmoniquerenee
    @dmoniquerenee 2 місяці тому +1

    Great video! Thanks for sharing you couples POV experience. I also returned from a 10-day Alaskan cruise on NCL Sun last month. The Encore is great. I never eat at the buffet so I dine at "Specialty" restaurant. Free At Sea PLUS makes it so much more ecconomical and we pre-purchase and additional nights beyond the 4th night as appicable.
    I love Le'Bistro, Onda, Cagney's and Los Lobos. Q Texas Smokehouse does not interest me. I will have to try Food Republic and Ocean Blue.

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  Місяць тому

      Those are some great choices. We agree on Le Bistro, Onda, and Cagney’s. Have a great time trying the others. Food Republic was Randy’s favorite. Let us know if you liked it. 😁🚢

  • @leeannkleine6120
    @leeannkleine6120 9 місяців тому +3

    Nicely done, ladies! The Encore is still on my list to sail with, but I was on the Bliss in November. I loved Cagney's and Los Lobos, and was unimpressed by Q. Glad that I selected Cagney's over Ocean Blu, as my last selection. Keep the great content coming.

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  9 місяців тому +1

      Thank you SO much! The Encore and Bliss are very similar. We loved the Encore. Glad you enjoyed the Bliss. You’ll have to let us know when you take your next cruise and which ship you end up on. Our next cruise is on the Escape in May 😁

  • @tracydickson8575
    @tracydickson8575 10 місяців тому +1

    We're doing this cruise in May. I really appreciate this thoughtful review!

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  10 місяців тому +1

      We’re so glad this was helpful for you 😃 You’ll have to let us know which restaurant you liked the best. Hope you have an amazing cruise! 🚢

  • @paddlegal3097
    @paddlegal3097 10 місяців тому +3

    I think you ladies are one of the best cruise channels that I’ve seen so far. Constantly learning from your tips!

  • @annholstrom539
    @annholstrom539 9 місяців тому +1

    I’m an avid NCL cruiser and 100% agree with your assessments. In the new Prima Class ships I’m in love with Indulge Food Hall as well as the new Mediterranean Seafood specialty restaurant Palomar where I had possibly one of the 10 best meals ever! Thank you for the great content!

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  9 місяців тому

      Thanks!! We’re very excited to try the indulge food hall. Unfortunately, we won’t be on a Prima class ship until next year. Palomar might be worth trying too. Obviously we were not fans of Ocean Blue.

  • @sonicflash5090
    @sonicflash5090 4 місяці тому +1

    12:30 These ladies going into the 3rd decimal point with there reviews! 😂 Love it

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  4 місяці тому

      @sonicflash5090 Thank you for noticing. Have you seen our Alaskan packing video? What to pack for your ALASKAN CRUISE: Plus two things we would do differently!
      ua-cam.com/video/w6-oxL63JPw/v-deo.html You’ll 💕 our spreadsheet! 😁🚢🤣🤣

  • @caseyley100
    @caseyley100 Рік тому +1

    Nice vid, good summations! If I could make a suggestion--what you selected is informative, but menu shots to give an idea of what else is on the menu would be very interesting, too!

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for the suggestion and for watching our video! We did link each restaurant’s webpage in the description so you can see the full menus there if you’d like!

  • @NormaHudson-og2hm
    @NormaHudson-og2hm Рік тому +2

    This was a very informative video. It was great. This is a very special video and very good.

  • @kimberlys2950
    @kimberlys2950 9 місяців тому +3

    I have two NCL cruises booked. Prima and encore your reviews truly help.

  • @galina9691
    @galina9691 6 місяців тому +1

    Moderno Churrascaria
    on NCL Getaway was outstanding. Too bad they do not have it on newer ships 😢

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  6 місяців тому

      We had it on The Escape twice now. It’s a fun experience. 🗡️🥩

  • @MarySmith-o8y
    @MarySmith-o8y 7 місяців тому

    Ladies I’ve recently found your channel and completely love your channel

  • @ValerieT2023
    @ValerieT2023 11 місяців тому +1

    I was on the Prima last year. I quite often ate alone as my cruise mates had no taste in food. Indulge was my favorite restaurant. I was comfortable eating there alone, the food was wonderful & varied and I got to try things I'd never had before. I am now addicted to bacon wrapped Medjool dates stuffed with bleu cheese. Wish I had tried items from Q. Sometimes, I had to join others at a larger table which I was OK with. Then they might leave & a family would ask to sit there & they were always nice to me. I'll be on the Encore next month. Would like to try Le Bistro but I don't think my buds will go for that.

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  11 місяців тому

      Looking forward to sampling the Indulge Food Hall on the Viva this summer! Glad to hear you enjoyed it. Thanks so much for watching!

  • @joannematzuka1592
    @joannematzuka1592 7 місяців тому

    Love your informative videos and I have a couple questions I know you said you went back to Food Republic on your own We went on an Alaska cruise where they took our specialty dining out of our cheaper restaurant and ended paying for. Cagney's how do I avoid that? Unlike you sweet ladies I am not a dessert girl and I saw another video where he opted out of the dessert at Cagney's and they gave him an appetizer instead ever hear of that?

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  7 місяців тому +1

      We used our dining credit for Food Republic. But, if you want to save it for a more expensive restaurant just let them know you don’t want to use dining credits for your meal. We did that at Pinchos on the Escape and it was no problem. We just paid a La carte for what we ordered. As for the substitution, I would talk to my waiter upfront. Usually they are very accommodating. I know people who have gotten a second app instead of salad course. I am sure they would do the same for your dessert. Although, if it’s in Cagney’s that OMG butterscotch cheesecake was the best dessert on the whole ship 🚢😁 it was pretty rich though if you are not a dessert lover

    • @joannematzuka1592
      @joannematzuka1592 7 місяців тому

      @corefouradventures2861 I will make sure I mention it first if I
      go for lunch at Food Republic trying to keep my cost down since you got the thermal spa and I basically eat a Mediterranean diet so most of the free have salads veggies and some type of protein 😋

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  7 місяців тому

      @@joannematzuka1592 You’ll have to come back and let us know how it went! 😁 We love hearing about others experiences. Have an amazing time and happy cruising 🚢🚢

  • @Lucerne23
    @Lucerne23 10 місяців тому

    We are vegetarians 🌱. What premium dining would you recommend? I can only find Los lobos? Looking to survive on salad and desserts

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  10 місяців тому +1

      We recommend letting the cruise line know about your dietary needs before your cruise. They’re pretty accommodating. That said, we would also suggest the Cauliflower Steak at Ocean Blue. And, Teppanyaki has a vegetarian Udon and a vegetarian Teriyaki. NCL suggests the main dining rooms for the most options. But, of course, who doesn’t love a special dinner on vacation! You can see the menus for the specialty dining restaurants ahead of time at this link. www.ncl.com/cruise-ship/encore/whats-on-board/specialty-dining
      Hope you enjoy your cruise!🚢 Let us know how it goes when you get back 😁

  • @sswan9689
    @sswan9689 Рік тому

    Is Food Republic the Japanese restaurant? My daughter and I will be on the Encore in a few weeks and she said she wants to eat in the Japanese restaurant? I don't know which restaurant she is,talking about. Thank you

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  Рік тому

      We hope you have an amazing cruise! There are two restaurants that your daughter may be talking about: Food Republic or Teppanyaki. Teppanyaki is the Japanese hibachi style restaurant where they cook the food in front of you. It’s entertaining and we highlighted this restaurant in our First Time Cruise on the NCL Escape video if you’d like to check it out. There is an extra charge for that restaurant because of the entertainment factor. Food Republic features global cuisine with Japanese sushi and other dishes. Very delicious! Thanks so much for watching - we sooo appreciate it!

    • @sswan9689
      @sswan9689 Рік тому +1

      @@corefouradventures2861 Thank you.

  • @humeston258
    @humeston258 Рік тому

    Get the prime rib next time at Cagneys! Yummm

  • @chezellis
    @chezellis 4 місяці тому

    Sadly, the Encore is getting rid of Los Lobos and expanding Cagneys right before I go on the ship. But thanks for the reviews to help me figure out what I might want from the remaining restaurants.
    We just sailed the Prima in June 2024 and the Indulge Food Hall knocks it out of the park. It's better than specialty restaurants, food wise, and it has a great variety. The downside and my tip: Get drinks and go to Indulge about 25 minutes before it opens and sit at a table. If you wait until after it opens, you might not get a table.

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  4 місяці тому +1

      @@chezellis We loved Los Lobos! That is disappointing. But, Cagney’s is great in its own right. We’re on the Viva next March and can’t wait to try the food hall. We will have to try your tip for sure. 👍😁🚢

  • @humeston258
    @humeston258 Рік тому

    I love Food Republic!!!! Cagneys I loved as well!

  • @MrCristian12332
    @MrCristian12332 2 місяці тому

    I need your opinion princess or norwegian to alaska

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  2 місяці тому

      We are very intrigued by Princess and would love to try them. But, unfortunately, we haven’t sailed them. We do, however, love our experiences with NCL. What are your priorities on a cruise? Good food, entertainment, amenities, itineraries, etc?

  • @KayTee979
    @KayTee979 5 місяців тому

    I went on the Encore in September of 2023. Los Lobos was incredible. We got the Queso Fundido it was interesting, a very thick cheese fundido. I see they have changed their menu since then, which is unfortunate. They no longer have those pork enchiladas, I also got those and they were INCREDIBLE. So really unfortunate they are no longer on the menu. I thought the Texas Q Smokehouse was absolutely amazing and I am not much of a BBQ fan. So, so, so much food. For the appetizer I got the T-mex tortilla soup, so amazing. For my entree I got the pulled pork, it was to die for. For sides I got a baked potato and corn. And the brownie for dessert, amazing. I would go there 5,000 times over again. Los Lobos and the Smokehouse were probably tied for most liked.
    I also went to Cagney's. It was meh, the filet I got was just ok. I have had just as good of filet at Texas Roadhouse. I will say the apple pie dessert I got was great, but I wouldn't go back just for dessert.
    Going on another Norwegian cruise next year and I will not be going to Cagney's. My mom also didn't care for it. It wasn't bad, it is just you can get as good of steak at any steakhouse anywhere. We are going to do the Texas Q Smokehouse again. Then we are going to do either Le Bistro or La Cucina.

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  5 місяців тому +1

      @@KayTee979 We loved Los Lobos!! Q Texas Smokehouse was mixed for us. Probably would’ve preferred the pulled pork. The sampler platter was too big. And, the chicken was dry and felt like filler to bulk up the number of meats on the sampler. But, that brownie!! It was amazing. But we also loved the cheesecake in Cagney’s. I think Cagney’s can be hit or miss. I didn’t love the crab cakes or lobster bisque. But my fillet was great. Carol said her fillet felt dry and overcooked.
      We just went back to Cagney’s last month on the Escape and she picked a different cut of steak and liked in much better.
      But, the nice thing about NCL is we feel like there’s a specialty restaurant for everyone. Thanks for sharing your experience!! 😁❤️

    • @KayTee979
      @KayTee979 5 місяців тому

      @@corefouradventures2861 There is definitely a restaurant for everyone. We will be on Norwegian Joy next year, so hopefully either Le Bistro or La Cucina agree with our taste buds. They don't have a Los Lobos or we would definitely do that again.
      Really enjoyed your video and review, will check out your other videos. 🙂

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  5 місяців тому

      @@KayTee979 Thanks!!! We highly recommend Le Bistro. 😁 But, we just ate at La Cucina on the Escape and it was excellent too. 😁🚢

  • @annwebb9292
    @annwebb9292 8 місяців тому

    Can someone share a dinner in a specialty restaurant? Can two people go in and just order one meal and share it?

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  8 місяців тому

      Although I have heard other people say they can, the official word from NCL is no. You cannot share a specialty dining credit. They recommend getting a box and taking the leftovers to your room. Hope this helps!

  • @timmoore3666
    @timmoore3666 8 місяців тому

    Thanks Ladies for a Great Video.. 🎉🎉

  • @rags3901
    @rags3901 9 місяців тому

    Is there anything lighter on any menu?

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  9 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for watching! There were certainly some lighter options depending on the restaurant. For example, Ocean Blue focuses on seafood, which can be grilled. There is a great website called freestyletravelers.com where you can access all the current NCL menus to see for yourself. Just know whatever you order the portions will be large!! Hope you have a great cruise!

  • @leaguertin7840
    @leaguertin7840 10 місяців тому

    I’ve always heard los lobos isn’t good but that food looks tasty!!

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  10 місяців тому

      They far exceeded my expectations and turned out to be one of our favorite places to eat!

  • @themadkiwi100
    @themadkiwi100 10 місяців тому

    Hi guys from Wellington New Zealand

  • @rgruenhaus
    @rgruenhaus 9 місяців тому

    On the Breakaway 08Jan23-22Jan23 I got food poisoning at Le Bistro from the escargot and felt horrible the whole next day and missed an around the world wine tasting the next day.

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  9 місяців тому +1

      So sorry to hear that. What an awful experience!

    • @Cha-y412
      @Cha-y412 9 місяців тому +1

      Snails ----> always a crap shoot

    • @rgruenhaus
      @rgruenhaus 2 місяці тому

      On one NCL ship I got the seafood platter and the calamari was bad and stunk. How the chef couldn't smell it I'm not sure. That was Cagney's Steakhouse and the next night I got the seafood pasta at ocean blue and they got the calamari from the same source onboard and I smelled the same rotten seafood smell so they had to make it without the calamari and it was awesome. Two chefs and neither smelled that rotten calamari? Strange!

  • @gregballendine5099
    @gregballendine5099 8 місяців тому +1

    Very nice reviews.
    Having enjoyed BBQ in TX, NC, CA and KC...we were not gambling on this ship.
    Ocean Blue was a disappointment for us as well.
    Food Republic was fun. Some good variety and YES..the nachos! Not sure the value is there though.
    Cagneys was decent. The French onion soup throughout this ship is tasty.
    Definitely trying mexican next June.
    The Italian ala carte was very loud and not very special.

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  8 місяців тому

      Thanks so much, we really appreciate it! We are planning on La Cucina on our cruise next month. Is this the same one that you had? We will be on the NCL Escape again. But we’ve haven’t had La Cucina yet.

    • @gregballendine5099
      @gregballendine5099 7 місяців тому

      @@corefouradventures2861 We sailed on the Encore.

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  7 місяців тому

      @@gregballendine5099 Thanks! We skipped it on the Encore. We have reservations for the Escape. 🤞we don’t regret it. We might think about swapping to a different restaurant.

  • @nabimiso
    @nabimiso 4 місяці тому

    My daughter and I went to Cagneys just a few weeks ago and the food was absolutely sub par. The mashed potatoes were subpar, I mean how do you mess up mashed potatoes?
    Both of our steaks which were supposed to be medium rare were extremely tough and dry. My daughter's lobster tail was tough and dry. Very disappointing.
    The regular dinning room was much better.

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  4 місяці тому

      @@nabimiso I have had a few dishes at Cagney’s that I regret. The lobster bisque for example. And, we learned that the lobster tail was not worth it. So sorry you had such a bad dining experience. Did you let them know about your experience? 😁🚢

  • @keeperzero
    @keeperzero 10 місяців тому

    In 2019 on a 7-Day cruise with the free of sea they used to offer three visits in dining package specialty restaurants then they reduced it to two, then they reduced it to one, my next prediction they will offer only a one-time 50% off coupon. Then eliminate after that

  • @rgruenhaus
    @rgruenhaus 2 місяці тому

    Food republic portions are not large enough to share unless you are eating like a bird.
    Large people on diets aren't indicative of average eaters.

  • @barryhaley7430
    @barryhaley7430 8 місяців тому +1

    The biggest error with scallops is over cooking them.

  • @buzzboy1001
    @buzzboy1001 2 місяці тому

    RIP los lobos on the encore

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  2 місяці тому

      @@buzzboy1001 Yes!! So sad. We’re very surprised. It was our #1 restaurant in our review. Can’t believe it is not popular enough to secure its place on the ship. 😁🚢

  • @rgruenhaus
    @rgruenhaus 2 місяці тому

    An overcooked steak should always be returned to get what you desire!

  • @rgruenhaus
    @rgruenhaus 2 місяці тому

    Your appetite shouldn't give NCL ideas on how to feed others! One fried tomato is too little a portion for many

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  Місяць тому

      Well, luckily they give you 3 to an appetizer portion and now you can get up to 3 apps. 9 tomatoes is surely enough for anyone. We got the sampler platter and it was a lot of food for anyone. 😁🚢

  • @rgruenhaus
    @rgruenhaus 2 місяці тому

    I like a real cheesecake, not their 3" one like a large scallop.

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  Місяць тому

      That cheesecake speaks for itself. It’s fantastic! And, as someone who makes real baked cheesecake herself, I thought it was well made. You’re going to love that you can have multiple desserts now with the More at Sea program. Up to 3 appetizers and 3 desserts now! No way you could go away hungry after that. 😁🚢

  • @ryanreeves70
    @ryanreeves70 8 місяців тому +1

    Swap partners for date night

  • @rgruenhaus
    @rgruenhaus 2 місяці тому

    Q is like Los Lobos! Not a Specialty Dining pkg worthy restaurant.

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  Місяць тому

      We enjoyed Q but, would probably not use a specialty dining credit there in the future. 🍗🚢

  • @rgruenhaus
    @rgruenhaus 2 місяці тому

    Los Lobos is cheap street food!

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  Місяць тому

      Carol and Pepper absolutely loved it. And, we’ve heard rave reviews from most people we talk to about Los Lobos. But, to each their own. Doesn’t sound like it’s the restaurant for you. ❤️🚢

  • @rgruenhaus
    @rgruenhaus 2 місяці тому

    Food republic portions are not large enough to share unless you are eating like a bird.
    Large people on diets aren't indicative of average eaters.

    • @corefouradventures2861
      @corefouradventures2861  Місяць тому

      4 sushi rolls is more than the average person can eat. We are far from dieters especially on vacation. Agree to disagree on this one.