Medtech2 Posted November 12, 2015 #1 Share Posted November 12, 2015 So, on our past cruises when lobster was included it was those little itty bitty tails that were okay, but nothing I'd really look for. When we were in our one and only Haven experience there was no lobster available at all. Now there is that pesky upcharge you can pay in the MDR so my question is, for those who have tried it, is it good enough to warrant the price? Is it now the same as you could get in a specialty? (Was that Cagney's?) If it's the same, what would be the cost difference between eating it in the MDR and just going to the specialty? And would they take it out of the shell? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rvsullivan Posted November 12, 2015 #2 Share Posted November 12, 2015 It is a whole 1.5 to 1.75 lb Maine lobster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lily815 Posted November 12, 2015 #3 Share Posted November 12, 2015 So, on our past cruises when lobster was included it was those little itty bitty tails that were okay, but nothing I'd really look for. When we were in our one and only Haven experience there was no lobster available at all. Now there is that pesky upcharge you can pay in the MDR so my question is, for those who have tried it, is it good enough to warrant the price? Is it now the same as you could get in a specialty? (Was that Cagney's?) If it's the same, what would be the cost difference between eating it in the MDR and just going to the specialty? And would they take it out of the shell? I am ordering it tonight. Will let you know! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnorris10 Posted November 13, 2015 #4 Share Posted November 13, 2015 I am ordering it tonight. Will let you know! I have been interested in it as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted November 13, 2015 #5 Share Posted November 13, 2015 What's the uncharge? I can buy Maine Lobster tails in the grocery for about $12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnorris10 Posted November 13, 2015 #6 Share Posted November 13, 2015 What's the uncharge? I can buy Maine Lobster tails in the grocery for about $12 Can't answer you about the charge however I can say your not gonna find a grocery store on the boat selling Maine Lobster tails for $12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NLH Arizona Posted November 13, 2015 #7 Share Posted November 13, 2015 What's the uncharge? I can buy Maine Lobster tails in the grocery for about $12I thought it was $19.99. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted November 13, 2015 #8 Share Posted November 13, 2015 (edited) Was grocery shopping earlier, walked by the seafood dept. with the live tanks, fresh New England/Maine lobster at $8.99 a pound. Super easy DIY - stream it or broil, ready to chow in 30 minutes. Prefer the 2 to 2.5 lbs. ones with big chunks of meat - yummy (not to mention when soft shells are in season, OMG) Our of favorite & popular seafood restaurant nearby - on the waterfront (City Island with boat docking) do a lobster clam bake for $28.99, it's a full meal with house salad, garlic bread, choice of potatoes/rice/pasta - no choice on dessert: ice cream cake roll only. Beverages not included - plus sales tax & gratuity/tipping is at our discretion and mandatory only for large party of 6 or more. Leftovers are wrapped & packed free to go, cheerfully - extra bread at no charge on request. It's not necessary for us to cruise for lobsters, especially not with upcharge. Edited November 13, 2015 by mking8288 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medtech2 Posted November 13, 2015 Author #9 Share Posted November 13, 2015 I am ordering it tonight. Will let you know! Please do! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medtech2 Posted November 13, 2015 Author #10 Share Posted November 13, 2015 Was grocery shopping earlier, walked by the seafood dept. with the live tanks, fresh New England/Maine lobster at $8.99 a pound. Super easy DIY - stream it or broil, ready to chow in 30 minutes. Prefer the 2 to 2.5 lbs. ones with big chunks of meat - yummy (not to mention when soft shells are in season, OMG) Our of favorite & popular seafood restaurant nearby - on the waterfront (City Island with boat docking) do a lobster clam bake for $28.99, it's a full meal with house salad, garlic bread, choice of potatoes/rice/pasta - no choice on dessert: ice cream cake roll only. Beverages not included - plus sales tax & gratuity/tipping is at our discretion and mandatory only for large party of 6 or more. Leftovers are wrapped & packed free to go, cheerfully - extra bread at no charge on request. It's not necessary for us to cruise for lobsters, especially not with upcharge. We used to get lobster dinners here way back in the day (late 80's?) for 9.99 that were great and my new DH would take the meat out for me... Not anymore on both fronts, lol. But I am also interested to know if it's the same as in the specialty restaurant... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missdixie Posted November 13, 2015 #11 Share Posted November 13, 2015 I would like to try the lobster too. And wondered if it's worth the charge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lily815 Posted November 13, 2015 #12 Share Posted November 13, 2015 I usially get lobster in our grocery store. They steam it for you for free, and the price ranges anywhere from $4.99 per pound to $12.99 per pound for Maine lobster, depending on the season. Anyway, I wanted to order the lobster in the MDR just to see how it was. I ordered the steak frites which was complimentary, and paid $19.99 plus gratuity for the lobster. It was served halfed and cleaned. The claws were removed, and the claw meat was inside the cleaned out head area. It was ok. IMO, it is more flavorful from my grocery store. It was cooked nicely though. The tail was slightly mushy, but really, nothing to complain about. I persoanlly wouldnt order it again, and to me, it didnt seem like it was anywhere near a 1.5 pound lobster, but that could be because the claws were already removed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missdixie Posted November 13, 2015 #13 Share Posted November 13, 2015 I usially get lobster in our grocery store. They steam it for you for free, and the price ranges anywhere from $4.99 per pound to $12.99 per pound for Maine lobster, depending on the season. Anyway, I wanted to order the lobster in the MDR just to see how it was. I ordered the steak frites which was complimentary, and paid $19.99 plus gratuity for the lobster. It was served halfed and cleaned. The claws were removed, and the claw meat was inside the cleaned out head area. It was ok. IMO, it is more flavorful from my grocery store. It was cooked nicely though. The tail was slightly mushy, but really, nothing to complain about. I persoanlly wouldnt order it again, and to me, it didnt seem like it was anywhere near a 1.5 pound lobster, but that could be because the claws were already removed. Thanks for your input. Maybe I will get something complimentary and get the lobster to share. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdemps Posted November 13, 2015 #14 Share Posted November 13, 2015 I prefer to get lobster in the ports fresh out of the ocean for great prices. I have only experienced small lobsters on cruises that were a bit rubbery due to improper cooking so I have never got one again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteCruiser Posted November 13, 2015 #15 Share Posted November 13, 2015 I usially get lobster in our grocery store. They steam it for you for free, and the price ranges anywhere from $4.99 per pound to $12.99 per pound for Maine lobster, depending on the season. Anyway, I wanted to order the lobster in the MDR just to see how it was. I ordered the steak frites which was complimentary, and paid $19.99 plus gratuity for the lobster. It was served halfed and cleaned. The claws were removed, and the claw meat was inside the cleaned out head area. It was ok. IMO, it is more flavorful from my grocery store. It was cooked nicely though. The tail was slightly mushy, but really, nothing to complain about. I persoanlly wouldnt order it again, and to me, it didnt seem like it was anywhere near a 1.5 pound lobster, but that could be because the claws were already removed. Did they charge you 18% of the upcharge, or just the upcharge straight up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NLH Arizona Posted November 13, 2015 #16 Share Posted November 13, 2015 I usially get lobster in our grocery store. They steam it for you for free, and the price ranges anywhere from $4.99 per pound to $12.99 per pound for Maine lobster, depending on the season. Anyway, I wanted to order the lobster in the MDR just to see how it was. I ordered the steak frites which was complimentary, and paid $19.99 plus gratuity for the lobster. It was served halfed and cleaned. The claws were removed, and the claw meat was inside the cleaned out head area. It was ok. IMO, it is more flavorful from my grocery store. It was cooked nicely though. The tail was slightly mushy, but really, nothing to complain about. I persoanlly wouldnt order it again, and to me, it didnt seem like it was anywhere near a 1.5 pound lobster, but that could be because the claws were already removed.Thanks for the update. I was going to use this as leverage to get some friends to cruise on NCL, but since it is just okay, I'll scratch this off my list. Could you explain what the steak frites were. There was a discussion on this and folks were saying it was different things. Just curious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LrgPizza Posted November 14, 2015 #17 Share Posted November 14, 2015 I usially get lobster in our grocery store. They steam it for you for free, and the price ranges anywhere from $4.99 per pound to $12.99 per pound for Maine lobster, depending on the season. Anyway, I wanted to order the lobster in the MDR just to see how it was. I ordered the steak frites which was complimentary, and paid $19.99 plus gratuity for the lobster. It was served halfed and cleaned. The claws were removed, and the claw meat was inside the cleaned out head area. It was ok. IMO, it is more flavorful from my grocery store. It was cooked nicely though. The tail was slightly mushy, but really, nothing to complain about. I persoanlly wouldnt order it again, and to me, it didnt seem like it was anywhere near a 1.5 pound lobster, but that could be because the claws were already removed. That sounds exactly like the surf 'n turf lobster in Cagney's (only half instead of whole.) It's a half a Maine lobster (like the whole one has been sliced in half down the middle), with the claws removed and the claw meat inside the head area. Just like you described. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteCruiser Posted November 14, 2015 #18 Share Posted November 14, 2015 Thanks for the update. I was going to use this as leverage to get some friends to cruise on NCL, but since it is just okay, I'll scratch this off my list. Could you explain what the steak frites were. There was a discussion on this and folks were saying it was different things. Just curious. In case she doesn't come back quickly, steak frites is a steak and french fries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NLH Arizona Posted November 14, 2015 #19 Share Posted November 14, 2015 In case she doesn't come back quickly, steak frites is a steak and french fries.That is what some said, but others insisted it was just french fries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawnino Posted November 14, 2015 #20 Share Posted November 14, 2015 The lobster isn't going to be recently caught (strike one), and it's going to be prepared in a non-specialty kitchen (strike two). I have a feeling that if a person hadn't had lobster before it might pass muster, but for anyone who has had lobster properly prepared before, I wouldn't like the odds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypercafe Posted November 14, 2015 #21 Share Posted November 14, 2015 (edited) Aaa Edited November 14, 2015 by hypercafe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perditax Posted November 14, 2015 #22 Share Posted November 14, 2015 Ok, I'm slightly amused that people are still debating what the dish "steak frites" is when all you have to do is type the words into your web browser and look at the picture. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteCruiser Posted November 14, 2015 #23 Share Posted November 14, 2015 (edited) Ok, I'm slightly amused that people are still debating what the dish "steak frites" is when all you have to do is type the words into your web browser and look at the picture. Yes it would be easier if they just listened to a person who comes from a country with both French and English as the official languages. Not to mention that it's a staple dish in French restaurants. J'ai essayer.... Edited November 14, 2015 by SuiteCruiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lily815 Posted November 14, 2015 #24 Share Posted November 14, 2015 Thanks for the update. I was going to use this as leverage to get some friends to cruise on NCL, but since it is just okay, I'll scratch this off my list. Could you explain what the steak frites were. There was a discussion on this and folks were saying it was different things. Just curious. Yes, it's steak and fries. It was around 8 - 9 ounces (I'm guessing) strip steak, served with herb butter, fries, and a grilled tomato. It was very good. I had it again tonight (just the steak - no lobster). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lily815 Posted November 14, 2015 #25 Share Posted November 14, 2015 Did they charge you 18% of the upcharge, or just the upcharge straight up? They added on 18% of the upcharge as a gratuity... I guess for splitting and cleaning my lobster?! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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