Mariners lunch

[Alaska 2012?]

My husband and I are past cruiser, but that was prechildren. We are going with children this year. Will they be able to eat at the Mariners luncheon with us or should we plan on going to the Lido?

Thanks

[Overtime4me2]

We just got off the Oosterdam yesterday morning :(, and I had the same question as I was bringing my 8 yr old Nephew with me this time. When I got my invite for the Mariner's Brunch, I went to the Front Desk and asked about it. They told me I could bring him along. They smiled and said, "we aren't that rude" or something like that. They were so sweet about it. He came with us, and he even got a tile of his own. I told him that I'm jealous, as I just completed my 4th cruise and received my 3rd tile. When he completes his 4th cruise, he'll have 4!! :D He liked that idea!! :)

[sail7seas]

Yes, of course, your children can have lunch with you.

 

How old are they? It's a three course luncheon and only you know if they are able to sit still that long.

 

[Krazy Kruizers]

Not certain of your children's ages.

But you can take them to the Mariner's Brunch.

It doesn't last long -- most are over in an hour.

There aren't a lot of choices for entrees.

[Krazy Kruizers]

The Mariner brunch menu is pretty much the same on all ships -- sometimes the dessert will be different.

Here is a copy of the menu from our most recent cruise:

Appetizer:

Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken Breast

or

Apple and Pear Gazpacho with Raspberry Sherbet

 

Entrees:

Maple Glazed Salmon Fillet with a timbale of golden yellow rice and roasted basil flavored cherry tomatoes

or

Braised Swiss Steak - slowly cooked in a rich gravy, served over classic mashed potatoes and baby carrots with chives

or

Broccoli and Cheddar Quiche served with orzo pasta, sauteed spinach and grilled tomato

 

Dessert:

Sour Dough Bread Pudding - pieces of sour dough bread, soaked in a rich egg custard, then baked until golden, served with whiskey flavored sauce

 

Petits Fours, Coffee, Tea

 

Santa Carolina "champagne" served

[Bippie]

On my recent Eurodam cruise, I don't remember them even checking invitations at the door for the Mariner's lunch. As a Mariner, I knew I should be allowed to go and was told to just show up even though I didn't receive a written invitation. I can't imagine that your children would be turned away but then again I don't know if they would be interested in the limited menu at that lunch. If they are old enough to enjoy the food and you aren't bothered by the serving of drinks, you should be OK.