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leisuretraveler223

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There has been a lot of discussion here about the new Chops items, with an upcharge. And if you want to debate that, feel free to join one of the MANY threads covering the topic. What I haven't seen yet is an actual Copy or summary of what items were offered and what the upcharges were.

 

I would LOVE to hear more about this, and any feedback from anyone who has partaken.

 

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What upcharges, what discussion?

 

This comment on this thread:

 

a few people have reported that there are one or two menu items in Chops that incur an additional up charge on top of the cover fee, such as ordering Kobe beef as opposed to the regular offering, or Beluga caviar as opposed to domestic.

 

in other words it is quite easy to avoid paying any extra if you don't want to.

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1990262

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http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1990262

 

In all fairness though, I'm afraid spookwife was stretching the truth just a little. The reported upcharged items are things like prime, aged steaks, not "Kobe beef" and "Beluga caviar." It's arguably not unexpected that a specialty, upcharged steakhouse should feature prime, aged steaks without FURTHER upcharges, so it's certainly worth knowing that's not the case before you make your decision whether or not to patronize Chops.

 

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This comment on this thread:

 

 

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1990262

Some posters make claims like that and never have any actual information or links to back it up. The claim that the burger costs an additional charge was because of an asterik beside it. On any menu I have seen, that usually leads to a footnote about cooking to a particular temperature.

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Some posters make claims like that and never have any actual information or links to back it up. The claim that the burger costs an additional charge was because of an asterik beside it. On any menu I have seen, that usually leads to a footnote about cooking to a particular temperature.

 

I should have added a disclaimer. :D I don't know the validity of any of this. I was just answering handbellplayer's question. Like others, I'm waiting details myself.

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On our last few cruises, in Chops, they offered a "surf and Turf" ( steak of your choice and a lobster tail) or two lobster tails, for a $5 upcharge. It was absolutely delicious and worth the total cost of the dinner.

 

This is something that NCL has been doing for years in Cagney's Steakhouse. I guess RCI has decided that if it worked for NCL then it was worth trying. I have no problems with it. Just another option for those wanting to try it. :)

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Love the expression!

 

Back on topic, I just looked at the specialty menus in the press center on the cruiseline website and they are not updated yet. The fact sheet for Navigator is not updated either.

 

Thanks.

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The up charge items are a dry aged NY strip for 18, a dry aged porterhouse for 19, and lobster for 21. This is according to the pictures of the menu posted on the blog site that is frequently mentioned here, he is on the ship now and ate at chops last night.

 

 

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Here is information that I read yesterday. Chop's info located in paragraph 5 & 6. And the link to the article here: http://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/navigator-of-the-seas-gets-texas-sized-makeover/

 

Navigator of the Seas gets texas-sized makeover

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21 hours ago

 

Having completed a month-long drydock revitalisation, Royal Caribbean International’s Navigator of the Seas is primed to resume year-round service from Galveston, Texas, and wow the Lone Star State with the area’s most innovative Caribbean cruise holiday offering. Part of an extensive fleetwide programme to enhance every Royal Caribbean ship, Navigator of the Seas will introduce new and enhanced dining options; debut a new FlowRider surf simulator; and offer a glimpse ahead toward the cruise line’s highly anticipated Quantum of the Seas, with new first-at-sea features.

 

Most anticipated of all the ship’s revitalisations is the new FlowRider surf simulator, the center of the action atop the deck 13 Sports Deck, as well as the debut of Royal Caribbean’s first Virtual Balconies in 81 interior staterooms displaying expansive views of the ocean and destinations. Virtual Balconies were first announced for Quantum of the Seas, which debuts October 2014, and holidaymakers can be among the first to experience the innovation on Navigator of the Seas – even before the Quantum class is launched. Holidaymakers also can choose new Panoramic Ocean View staterooms, featuring floor-to-ceiling glass walls facing outward to provide guests unobstructed views all the time.

 

Navigator of the Seas’ guests also can look forward to an expanded line-up of eight different dining options, led by the debut of an all-new modern Mexican specialty restaurant Sabor, featuring a menu of modern Mexican dishes, such as Oaxacan Ceviche of Red Snapper, Spicy Chicken Flautas, or Chicken and Roasted Corn Empanada, topped with Green mole and spicy peanut sauce – to name a few. Sabor diners also can delight in customised guacamole and salsas, made tableside right in front of their eyes, as well as an assortment of tacos, quesadillas and burritos, all made with the freshest ingredients. Sabor has a service charge of $25 per guest.

 

Guests can complement their experience with a curated menu of tequilas, mezcal, and Mexican beers, as well as delicious sangrias and tableside-mixed margaritas, for an additional charge. Sabor’s tequila flights also offer guests a chance to sample a trio of Plata, Reposado and Anejo tequila, or savour the nuances among three Reposado tequilas.

 

Navigator of the Seas’ guests will also be the first to enjoy the fully revamped and elevated Chops Grille: The New American Steakhouse, which marries contemporary flair to traditional steakhouse offerings. The first among Royal Caribbean’s fleet to offer the new menu, Chops Grille on Navigator of the Seas will feature brand new selections, such as the Veal Chop Parmesan, slow broiled with caramelised shallots and topped with parmesan herb butter, a Slow-braised Short Rib of Beef with Bordelaise sauce, and a Dry-aged Steak Burger served on a brioche bun and topped with melted gruyere and pancetta. Guests also can still enjoy Chops Grille classic cuts, such as the 8 Oz. Filet Mignon, served with Béarnaise butter, and a 10 Oz. Grilled Sirloin Steak, as well as a range of new and delicious signature appetisers, soups, salads, and sides – such as new, decadent Truffled French Fries and Gruyere Cheese Tater Tots – that will complete the experience in the cruise line’s hallmark specialty restaurant. Chops Grille steakhouse has a service charge of $35 per guest.

 

Chops Grille also features two new premium selections of the finest quality cuts of beef in the world, a 16 Oz. dry-aged NY Strip Steak and a 20 Oz. dry-aged Porterhouse Steak (an additional $18 and $19 respectively), each USDA prime beef, dry-aged for four weeks to achieve the pinnacle of flavour, tenderness and aroma. This dry-aged process can only be found at select steakhouses around the world, and now, in a cruise industry first, is offered onboard Royal Caribbean International’s Chops Grille.

 

Navigator of the Seas’ guests also can choose exciting sushi and Asian fusion dishes in the ship’s new Izumi Japanese Cuisine (a la carte menu), and delicious classic Italian favourites in Giovanni’s Table Italian trattoria ($15 for lunch and $20 for dinner per guest). Rounding out Navigator of the Seas’ culinary experiences is the grand, three-story main dining room, newly renamed Sapphire, the casual-dining Windjammer Café, and complimentary room service from 5 – 12 a.m. Navigator of the Seas’ specialty restaurants are available for advance online reservations for booked guests at RoyalCaribbean.com.

 

Guests also will enjoy some of the more popular concepts that were introduced aboard Royal Caribbean’s ground-breaking Oasis-class ships, such as new digital signage, bow-to-stern Wi-Fi service, new flat-panel televisions in every stateroom, an oversized LCD movie screen overlooking the main pool, a new Diamond Lounge for Crown & Anchor Society loyalty member guests, and the Royal Babies and Tots Nursery for the youngest guests ages six to 36 months. Additionally, the ship’s Champagne Bar has been re-conceptualised into Royal Caribbean’s signature, retro-chic R Bar.

 

Navigator of the Seas will sail seven-night Western Caribbean itineraries every Sunday from Galveston, visiting exciting warm-weather getaways in the Caribbean, including; Cozumel, Mexico; Roatan, Honduras; Belize City, Belize; Falmouth, Jamaica; and George Town, Grand Cayman.

 

 

 

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The up charge items are a dry aged NY strip for 18, a dry aged porterhouse for 19, and lobster for 21. This is according to the pictures of the menu posted on the blog site that is frequently mentioned here, he is on the ship now and ate at chops last night.

 

 

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Found it, thanks. Tried to post the picture here but cruise critic blocks the website name so picture won't post.

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