Independence of the Seas main dining room or specialty restaurants?

[Sergio11]

Hello everyone, I need some advice, I just got off the Liberty of the Seas about a week ago and I will be on the Independence of the Seas on January 2 for 5 nights. I have been on 4 cruises this year so far and I'm starting to get a little bit bored with the menus from the main dining room. I have tried everything once twice, five times. Lol . I was thinking of switching it up a bit and just doing specialty restaurants for the 5 nights instead of the main dining room. Any pros and cons or feedback would be greatly appreciated. Also does anyone have the five day menu for the independence.

 

Thanks for your help

[Clarea]

Pros: Food made to order for you.

 

Cons: More expensive. Only two specialty restaurants, with the same menu each night.

[cb at sea]

Definitely more expensive! No other cons...tho!

[cincicruisers]

The meals in the specialty restaurants are wonderful. The only drawbacks in my mind are the cost & too much food. I always leave specialty restaurants too full.

[SharkCruiser24]

Chops is a great steakhouse. We really have enjoyed our meals there! We haven't been to Giovanni's Table so I can't comment on that restaurant, but it's older sister, Portifinos was great! I like the specialty restaurants, they are quieter, smaller, and just a more intimate personalized experience. To us well worth the money!

[Pencruise]

Hello everyone, I need some advice, I just got off the Liberty of the Seas about a week ago and I will be on the Independence of the Seas on January 2 for 5 nights. I have been on 4 cruises this year so far and I'm starting to get a little bit bored with the menus from the main dining room. I have tried everything once twice, five times. Lol . I was thinking of switching it up a bit and just doing specialty restaurants for the 5 nights instead of the main dining room. Any pros and cons or feedback would be greatly appreciated. Also does anyone have the five day menu for the independence.

 

Thanks for your help

 

Boarding Independence tomorrow and will be dining at both Specialty restaurants so will report back.

[hydro1570]

Can't wait to hear back as I am trying to make the same decision for the specialty restaurant package on the Independence.

[Patti72357]

My DH and I were on the Dec. 10th sailing. Ate in the WJ one night, dining room one night and Chops and Giovanni's the first and last nights. We booked with OBC that came with the cruise so it didn't feel like there was any real cost. The WJ was fine but we were not impressed with the food in the dining room. We really enjoyed both Chops and Giovanni's. Recommend booking early as we had to eat at 5 pm to get into Chops the last night.

Edited January 1, 2016 by Patti72357

[serious sealeggs]

For something different, try the beef tenderloin steak in Giovani's. We found it to be better than the steaks at Chops.

[leaveitallbehind]

Pros: Food made to order for you.

 

Cons: More expensive. Only two specialty restaurants, with the same menu each night.

 

...which is my only argument with the specialty restaurants on Independence. ;)

Edited January 1, 2016 by leaveitallbehind

[A&L_Ont]

...which is my only argument with the specialty restaurants on Independence. ;)

 

But Mike, they were very tasty. :D

 

Happy New Years to you and Tami. You might notice the new avatar pic. The Boss 429 is done and is spectacular. I took first in the American Muscle Car class at the Cobble Beach Concours D'elegance this September. We also finished filming the follow up episode for Legendary Motorcar. It should be airing in the spring, so keep your eyes open for its airing.

 

Say hi to the family.

Andrew

Edited January 1, 2016 by A&L_Ont

[leaveitallbehind]

But Mike, they were very tasty. :D

 

Happy New Years to you and Tami. You might notice the new avatar pic. The Boss 429 is done and is spectacular. I took first in the American Muscle Car class at the Cobble Beach Concours D'elegance this September. We also finished filming the follow up episode for Legendary Motorcar. It should be airing in the spring, so keep your eyes open for its airing.

 

Say hi to the family.

Andrew

 

I do in fact see the new avatar - very nice indeed and congrats on the prize! I will watch for the show - will be good to see the follow up.

 

Happy Holidays to you as well, Andrew, and best to the family from us!

 

Mike & Tami

Edited January 1, 2016 by leaveitallbehind

[39august]

If you are bored with the menus, try dining in the WJ at night. Sooo many choices!