cruisingbandmom Posted January 16, 2016 #1 Share Posted January 16, 2016 First time on NCL and have never had so many specialty dining choices. I would love if someone could post recent menus. If I make a specialty dining room reservation and want to change it that day because the MDR menu is appealing, is there penalty? I read 24hr notice must be given for cancellation, is this true for a change of reservation as well. Please send me any great tips for NCL and the Dawn. Thanks in advance for ALL of your help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barb Nahoumi Posted January 16, 2016 #2 Share Posted January 16, 2016 We found the MDR food and service very good on the Dawn, and didn't choose to spend more for the specialties. Just sayin' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisingbandmom Posted January 16, 2016 Author #3 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Thanks for that info. We have heard mixed reviews and hubby likes to eat on a cruise. He will miss his 24 hour pizza runs. I know that there is food available so hopefully it will be better and he won't even think of missing his pizza. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pathubia Posted January 16, 2016 #4 Share Posted January 16, 2016 We had the specialty dining package on our last cruise and never ate at in either of the main dining rooms. We have cruised the Dawn before and we have always been happy with the meals in the MDR's. Once I made a reservation, I would never look at the menus for that day. Too many choices, LOL!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tropicgirl52 Posted January 21, 2016 #5 Share Posted January 21, 2016 Are you allowed to go into the bars and order a drink in the specialty (Moderno, Bamboo) dining rooms if you aren't having dinner there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apollo123 Posted January 22, 2016 #6 Share Posted January 22, 2016 I promise you can spend your money at any venue on the Dawn!! You are perfectly welcome to 'enjoy' the bar at Moderno regardless of dining, I just don't know why you would. Don't expect too much from The Dawn - she's the Southwest of the Seas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
don't-use-real-name Posted January 22, 2016 #7 Share Posted January 22, 2016 Thanks for that info. We have heard mixed reviews and hubby likes to eat on a cruise. He will miss his 24 hour pizza runs. I know that there is food available so hopefully it will be better and he won't even think of missing his pizza. I believe that you can order Pizza from Room Service ($7.95 + the price on the pizza) at just about any hour. HOWEVER have you ever heard of Norwegians doing Pizza right ? On the Costa Cruise Line maybe Yes ! But I just as soon leave the Norwegians do their UFFDA Ole & Lena lutefisk and lefse ! ROFLOL ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biker@sea Posted January 22, 2016 #8 Share Posted January 22, 2016 Are you allowed to go into the bars and order a drink in the specialty (Moderno, Bamboo) dining rooms if you aren't having dinner there? The Bar @ Bamboo is outside the eating area with a few stools so you can hang out if you want. Dawn does not have a Moderno's yet .:( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pathubia Posted January 22, 2016 #9 Share Posted January 22, 2016 The Bar @ Bamboo is outside the eating area with a few stools so you can hang out if you want. Dawn does not have a Moderno's yet .:( The Dawn has a Moderno's, I have eaten there on three cruises....Not sure about a bar, I never noticed.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biker@sea Posted January 22, 2016 #10 Share Posted January 22, 2016 (edited) The Dawn has a Moderno's, I have eaten there on three cruises....Not sure about a bar, I never noticed.... Sorry . :o She does not have the New Moderno's yet. Deck 13 there is a deck 8 bar between Moderno's and blue lagoon. . Edited January 22, 2016 by biker@sea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pathubia Posted January 22, 2016 #11 Share Posted January 22, 2016 Sorry . :o She does not have the New Moderno's yet. Deck 13 there is a deck 8 bar between Moderno's and blue lagoon. . I am looking forward to the new Moderno's in October. Are there seats at the bar between Moderno's and the Blue Lagoon? I don't remember seeing any. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biker@sea Posted January 22, 2016 #12 Share Posted January 22, 2016 I am looking forward to the new Moderno's in October. Are there seats at the bar between Moderno's and the Blue Lagoon? I don't remember seeing any. A few stools , maybe 6 ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickev99 Posted January 22, 2016 #13 Share Posted January 22, 2016 I posed a review of our Dawn cruise 12/20-27 with menus. No guarantee that they will be the same or even the same order, though. I think no one knows that until you get on board. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2294759 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cursor2012 Posted January 22, 2016 #14 Share Posted January 22, 2016 Whew! The no Modernos on Dawn scared me. I've never sailed NCL before but have been looking at the Dawn out of New Orleans. Moderno's is a big, "ohhhh wanna try that". How does the free speciality dining package currently being offered work with the al carte restaurants or does it? I've done six cruises with Carnival and one with RCI. Looking forward to seeing the similarities and differences. TIA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenb Posted January 22, 2016 #15 Share Posted January 22, 2016 I understand that with the UDP you can get more than one appetizer,side dish and dessert. You would only be charged for a 2nd main course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
margie1221 Posted January 23, 2016 #16 Share Posted January 23, 2016 I promise you can spend your money at any venue on the Dawn!!You are perfectly welcome to 'enjoy' the bar at Moderno regardless of dining, I just don't know why you would. Don't expect too much from The Dawn - she's the Southwest of the Seas. Awwwww - now why would you say that.... we LOVE the Dawn and truth be told we LOVE Southwest - just sayin... And yes Pathubia there are seats at the bah in between Blue Lagoon and Moderno - great spot to listen to Patty & Jose with a drink and good friends :) However, heard that whole area will be replaced by the O'Sheehan's venue during the next dry dock. Moderno will move up to where the Star Bar is located now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pathubia Posted January 23, 2016 #17 Share Posted January 23, 2016 Awwwww - now why would you say that.... we LOVE the Dawn and truth be told we LOVE Southwest - just sayin... And yes Pathubia there are seats at the bah in between Blue Lagoon and Moderno - great spot to listen to Patty & Jose with a drink and good friends :) However, heard that whole area will be replaced by the O'Sheehan's venue during the next dry dock. Moderno will move up to where the Star Bar is located now... No more Stah Bah!! Now where will the meet and greets be held? Looking forward to the addition of OSheehans, but will miss singing along with Jose and Patti while dining at Moderno Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
don't-use-real-name Posted January 23, 2016 #18 Share Posted January 23, 2016 No more Stah Bah!! Now where will the meet and greets be held? Looking forward to the addition of OSheehans, but will miss singing along with Jose and Patti while dining at Moderno The dry dock renovations to the DAWN will be a carbon copy of what was done to the sister ship the STAR. Moderno moves to deck 13 to the space adjacent port side forward of Cagney's and the mid section of what was the Star bar. The Star bar becomes the Sugarcane Mojito bar. In the space on deck 8 that was Moderno and the Blue Lagoon becomes O'Sheehans. The Pearly Kings Bar deck 7 becomes 5 O'clock somewhere bar. Refer to the Deck Plans for what happened to the STAR. As for the Meets & Greets they may very be well held in the same vicinity/location or as the size of the group dictates somewhere smaller (La Culcina - Ginza - Sushi) or larger (Spinnaker). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pathubia Posted January 23, 2016 #19 Share Posted January 23, 2016 The dry dock renovations to the DAWN will be a carbon copy of what was doneto the sister ship the STAR. Moderno moves to deck 13 to the space adjacent port side forward of Cagney's and the mid section of what was the Star bar. The Star bar becomes the Sugarcane Mojito bar. In the space on deck 8 that was Moderno and the Blue Lagoon becomes O'Sheehans. The Pearly Kings Bar deck 7 becomes 5 O'clock somewhere bar. Refer to the Deck Plans for what happened to the STAR. As for the Meets & Greets they may very be well held in the same vicinity/location or as the size of the group dictates somewhere smaller (La Culcina - Ginza - Sushi) or larger (Spinnaker). Thank you!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisingbandmom Posted January 23, 2016 Author #20 Share Posted January 23, 2016 Are there any adult only areas on the Dawn besides the spa? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biker@sea Posted January 23, 2016 #21 Share Posted January 23, 2016 Are there any adult only areas on the Dawn besides the spa? The Quiet Zone on the bow deck 13/14 is kinda , also it has the hottest hot tub.;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisingbandmom Posted January 24, 2016 Author #22 Share Posted January 24, 2016 Great! We will check that area out. Looks like the Bimini Bar and Grill is up there. What type of food is served there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danzas33 Posted February 12, 2016 #23 Share Posted February 12, 2016 Hi, It looks like a few of you have been on the Dawn several times and just wanted to ask what you like most about it that you go on it over and over. This is my 14th cruise half with RCCL and half with CCL and a little concerned with the Dawn after reading so much negative post. We got a great deal on a Balcony cabin and we love New Orleans. The ports are great so I'm just going with the attitude that not to expect to much and as long as the ship and cabin are clean and MDR food ok then it will be worth it. Thanks for any feedback! Enjoy cruising everyone we LOVE IT! Have a great weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justafirefly Posted February 12, 2016 #24 Share Posted February 12, 2016 Great! We will check that area out. Looks like the Bimini Bar and Grill is up there. What type of food is served there? I am also curious about this. I have been able to find past/current menu photos of all Dawn eateries except this one. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pathubia Posted February 22, 2016 #25 Share Posted February 22, 2016 I am also curious about this. I have been able to find past/current menu photos of all Dawn eateries except this one. :) I never saw a menu up there. Just a grille with burgers. Maybe fries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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