Kymnotkim Posted December 8, 2016 #1 Share Posted December 8, 2016 We have reservations for 4 of the specialty restaurants but haven't purchased the dining plan as of yet because I don't know if we will actually do all 4 reservations. When is the last possible time to sign up for the Dining Plan? Before Embarktion or anytime on the ship? Sent from my SM-G906K using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColinIllinois Posted December 8, 2016 #2 Share Posted December 8, 2016 We have reservations for 4 of the specialty restaurants but haven't purchased the dining plan as of yet because I don't know if we will actually do all 4 reservations. When is the last possible time to sign up for the Dining Plan? Before Embarktion or anytime on the ship? Sent from my SM-G906K using Tapatalk SDP Frequently Asked Questions: https://www.ncl.com/specialty-dining-package/faq Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckyinpa Posted December 8, 2016 #3 Share Posted December 8, 2016 You may also purchase it onboard on the first or second day of your cruise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kymnotkim Posted December 8, 2016 Author #4 Share Posted December 8, 2016 Thanks! Sent from my SM-G906K using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCLfamily Posted December 8, 2016 #5 Share Posted December 8, 2016 What ship you sailing on? Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Two Wheels Only Posted December 8, 2016 #6 Share Posted December 8, 2016 In most cases, the plan saves money over going à la carte. If you have interest in 4 specialty restaurants (based on your reservations) you will likely go to at least 2 of them. 3 meal SDP (when purchased on-board) = $93.22 ($79 + 18%) 2 meals when purchased à la carte can easily total the same as purchasing a 3 mead SDP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted December 9, 2016 #7 Share Posted December 9, 2016 We have reservations for 4 of the specialty restaurants but haven't purchased the dining plan as of yet because I don't know if we will actually do all 4 reservations. When is the last possible time to sign up for the Dining Plan? Before Embarktion or anytime on the ship? Sent from my SM-G906K using Tapatalk The dining plan will easily pay for itself. On the other hand, the MDRs are perfectly fine and you really don't need to blow cash on the specialty dining rooms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kymnotkim Posted December 9, 2016 Author #8 Share Posted December 9, 2016 In most cases, the plan saves money over going à la carte. If you have interest in 4 specialty restaurants (based on your reservations) you will likely go to at least 2 of them. 3 meal SDP (when purchased on-board) = $93.22 ($79 + 18%) 2 meals when purchased à la carte can easily total the same as purchasing a 3 mead SDP. Thanks. That is exactly what I am trying to decide. If we only end up going to 1 restaurant then the 3 or 4 meal plan would not be worth it and if we end up going to 2 and have the 4 meal plan then it would not be worth it. Decisions Decisions! :) Our trip is on the Jade and at least I know I can buy a plan as late as the 2nd day of the cruise. Sent from my SM-G906K using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kymnotkim Posted December 9, 2016 Author #9 Share Posted December 9, 2016 The dining plan will easily pay for itself. On the other hand, the MDRs are perfectly fine and you really don't need to blow cash on the specialty dining rooms. Good point. Thanks! Sent from my SM-G906K using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNJCruisers Posted December 9, 2016 #10 Share Posted December 9, 2016 You do save 10.00 pp per package if you pay ahead of time. The 3 day prepay is 69 + 12.42 or 27.14 per dinner. If you wait till on board, it's 79 + 14.22 or 31.07 per dinner. The 4 day prepay is 84 + 15.12 or 24.78 per dinner and 94 + 16.92 or 27.73 per dinner on board. The on board pricing is only good if you have OBC to burn, otherwise the prepay is a better value. if you're going to go to Moderno or Teppanyaki, then you could just spend the 25 or 30 + 18%. If you're going to go to Le Bistro or Cagneys, then I would invest in the package and prepay it to save a few bucks. You can easily spend 100 per couple in Cagneys if you did a la carte. You also don't want to drag your feet and wait until day 2 of the cruise to make your decision. Besides paying more for the package, the prime time slots will all be reserved and you'll be stuck eating at 530 or 930 if you can even get a reservation. Some people say that you're "blowing cash" on a specialty, while many enjoy "dining" at Le Bistro or Cagneys while others "eat" at the MDR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizdiz Posted December 9, 2016 #11 Share Posted December 9, 2016 I'm currently on NCL Getaway for my 2nd time. My 1st trip I spent the money on the specialty dining package. This time because I was so impressed with the MDR only have gone to the MDR. I haven't had a bad meal yet. Every night has been a great selection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LrgPizza Posted December 9, 2016 #12 Share Posted December 9, 2016 We have had a dining plan on our past 4 cruises, but decided we won't do one again. We much prefer the MDR, and also prefer not having to make reservations and adhere to a schedule. The food in the specialties is good, but it isn't anything spectacular that we can't miss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerman2 Posted December 9, 2016 #13 Share Posted December 9, 2016 MDR food is most definitely very good, but we had 3 great dinners at the specialities, plus to us it is more like a restaurant feel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kokopelli-az Posted December 9, 2016 #14 Share Posted December 9, 2016 The food in the specialties is good, but it isn't anything spectacular that we can't miss. I agree. We were on the Pearl two months ago and received three SDP dinners as part of our cruise. The speciality restaurants were fine but I'm sure glad we didn't pay extra for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
refted Posted December 9, 2016 #15 Share Posted December 9, 2016 On the Escape in June I think we will try one of the specialties. Does anyone have a can't miss? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LrgPizza Posted December 9, 2016 #16 Share Posted December 9, 2016 On the Escape in June I think we will try one of the specialties. Does anyone have a can't miss? Yes, don't miss Food Republic. It's an a la carte restaurant that isn't covered by SDP. It's arguably the best restaurant at sea. It's open for lunch on sea days, as well as dinner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNJCruisers Posted December 9, 2016 #17 Share Posted December 9, 2016 Yes, don't miss Food Republic. It's an a la carte restaurant that isn't covered by SDP. It's arguably the best restaurant at sea. It's open for lunch on sea days, as well as dinner. Have to agree with LrgPizza regarding Food Republic. The lunch time opening though is only from 12 noon to 1:30 and only on sea days. It's closed on embarkation day as well. Dinner opening is from 530-930. If you have the UBP, the Toro Toro is a great spicy tequila based drink. Sent from my XT1254 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kymnotkim Posted December 9, 2016 Author #18 Share Posted December 9, 2016 Have to agree with LrgPizza regarding Food Republic. The lunch time opening though is only from 12 noon to 1:30 and only on sea days. It's closed on embarkation day as well. Dinner opening is from 530-930. If you have the UBP, the Toro Toro is a great spicy tequila based drink. Sent from my XT1254 using Forums mobile app I don't think the Jade has the Food Republic. :( Sent from my SM-G906K using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Two Wheels Only Posted December 9, 2016 #19 Share Posted December 9, 2016 I don't think the Jade has the Food Republic. :( It doesn't "LrgPizza" was answering the question from "refted". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare L1211 Posted December 9, 2016 #20 Share Posted December 9, 2016 MDR food is most definitely very good, but we had 3 great dinners at the specialities, plus to us it is more like a restaurant feel. I totally agree. Specialty feel much more like a restaurant dining experience versus a banquet hall. Just my opinion, enjoyed both the food and the experience more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckyinpa Posted December 10, 2016 #21 Share Posted December 10, 2016 one thing I found is the service is much better in the specialties. I only compared to osheehans and taste and doubt is a fair comparison but it's an accurate one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNJCruisers Posted December 10, 2016 #22 Share Posted December 10, 2016 Based upon my specialty restaurant experience on 14 different ships over 4 different lines, primarily steakhouses, I like to say... If you want to eat.................go to the buffet. If you want to eat better....go to the MDR. If you want to dine...............go to a specialty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NMLady Posted December 10, 2016 #23 Share Posted December 10, 2016 Based upon my specialty restaurant experience on 14 different ships over 4 different lines, primarily steakhouses, I like to say... If you want to eat.................go to the buffet. If you want to eat better....go to the MDR. If you want to dine...............go to a specialty. Good distinction between 'eating' and 'dining'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Two Wheels Only Posted December 10, 2016 #24 Share Posted December 10, 2016 "If you want to eat while wearing pajamas......order room service." :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckyinpa Posted December 10, 2016 #25 Share Posted December 10, 2016 "If you want to eat while wearing pajamas......order room service." :D that's 8 bucks for the entire cabin to order off the menu isn't it? ill be in there with 4 and never would pay 32 but i'd gladly pay 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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