tortuga1975 Posted October 23, 2017 #1 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Just got off a eight day Southern Caribbean cruise on the Conquest with my dad. He surprised me one night with reservations to their steakhouse. It was fabulous! Since I'll probably never have it together enough to do a full cruise review, I thought I could at least do a dine along of this meal and share what it's like to eat there. First up, the menus. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tortuga1975 Posted October 23, 2017 Author #2 Share Posted October 23, 2017 They start with a show of their cuts of meat. The table is set with a charger, which soon was taken away. I thought they were supposed to stay for the whole meal but I could be wrong. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tortuga1975 Posted October 23, 2017 Author #3 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Now the good stuff...the food! We started with bread. I had the focaccia. It was buttery and salty and oh so good. Then something came out compliments of the chef. It was crab in a meringue bun. Looked really pretty - unfortunately neither Dad or I are seafood people! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tortuga1975 Posted October 23, 2017 Author #4 Share Posted October 23, 2017 My next course - French onion soup. For those of you who complain that the food in the MDR is too cold, you will be relieved to know that this soup was approximately 1000 degrees. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tortuga1975 Posted October 23, 2017 Author #5 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Next was salad number one. (Oh yes, you can order more than one!). Caesar salad prepared table side. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tortuga1975 Posted October 23, 2017 Author #6 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Salad number two - tomatoes with crumbled Gorgonzola. It was a bit too peppery for my taste and I wouldn't dare order when tomatoes were not in season, but still good. Uh oh...I'm starting to get full! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tortuga1975 Posted October 23, 2017 Author #7 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Now for the main course. I got the filet mignon - medium well since I'm a heathen. They butterflied it so it wouldn't burn. One of the best steaks I've ever had - so tender and flavorful that I didn't bother dipping it in the bernaise. Baked potato. It was a potato. I wish they hadn't combined the chives and the bacon since I hate the former but live the latter. Oh well, I ate enough bacon on this cruise that I can go without one night. Shout out to the broccoli for letting me pretend that I was eating healthy. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tortuga1975 Posted October 23, 2017 Author #8 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Finally - dessert time! I didn't eat all day because I was bound and determined that I was gonna make it to dessert without declaring defeat. I opted for the cheesecake which was HUGE. I was thinking chocolate sampler, but it didn't look great. I also asked for the cheese plate because (a) I was gonna get my money's worth and (b) you don't get this fat only eating one dessert. Unfortunately you're only allowed one dessert. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tortuga1975 Posted October 23, 2017 Author #9 Share Posted October 23, 2017 SURPRISE ENDING! Our waiter came over with the cheese tray and said he talked to the chef and we could have cheese too. How nice! Now, I like cheese, but be aware that some of these are - shall we say - aggressive. So so good though. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tortuga1975 Posted October 23, 2017 Author #10 Share Posted October 23, 2017 So that's dinner at the steak house. I was generally opposed to pay restaurants on cruise ships because I think it encourages more up charges by the lines, but this was really really good. I figure we paid about the same for that as we would FTTF (which we get) or bottomless bubbles (which we do not.). It's all what you decide is important to you. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RenoNanaOz Posted October 23, 2017 #11 Share Posted October 23, 2017 So that's dinner at the steak house. I was generally opposed to pay restaurants on cruise ships because I think it encourages more up charges by the lines, but this was really really good. I figure we paid about the same for that as we would FTTF (which we get) or bottomless bubbles (which we do not.). It's all what you decide is important to you. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Thank you for sharing! We love the Steakhouse and always treat ourselves one night. The cheesecake makes a great late night snack later;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted October 23, 2017 #12 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Great review! Just a couple of add ons.... The Chef’s appetizer changes nightly. Also every night they have a different fresh made ice cream. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WaggesAZ Posted October 23, 2017 #13 Share Posted October 23, 2017 My next course - French onion soup. For those of you who complain that the food in the MDR is too cold, you will be relieved to know that this soup was approximately 1000 degrees. Sent from my iPhone using Forums This *actually* made me laugh out loud! I loved your brief review, and obvious wit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bury me at sea Posted October 23, 2017 #14 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Fun review of a good place. Next time screw your courage to the (almost) sticking point and go for medium rare. Oh that juice! My daddy called it pot liquor. He was right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micheecruise Posted October 23, 2017 #15 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Yum, yum, and yum!!! We have never had dinner at the steakhouse, but I have heard nothing but GREAT reviews. We have reservations for the steakhouse on our upcoming cruise (actually the night of our 20 year wedding anniversay!), and now I am even more excited about it after reading and drooling over your review! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrpayroll Posted October 23, 2017 #16 Share Posted October 23, 2017 If I were going to the steakhouse, I would order that exact dinner. One question though. Was the Caesar salad real strong with anchovie taste ? I do not like that taste. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winddawn Posted October 23, 2017 #17 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Thanks for sharing your comments, and really enjoyed your photos! Question: did they cut the stalk part out of your romaine lettuce when they served your Caesar salad table-side? While the French onion soup photo looks great, I'd encourage you to try the lobster bisque next time even though you aren't a seafood person. I promise you won't be disappointed! Thanks for sharing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilcruisers Posted October 24, 2017 #18 Share Posted October 24, 2017 We have reservations next month in thanksgiving day, I have shared your post and so excited. Thanks for sharing. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tortuga1975 Posted October 24, 2017 Author #19 Share Posted October 24, 2017 If I were going to the steakhouse, I would order that exact dinner. One question though. Was the Caesar salad real strong with anchovie taste ? I do not like that taste. I didn't detect any, and I'm pretty sensitive to fishy tastes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrpayroll Posted October 24, 2017 #20 Share Posted October 24, 2017 I didn't detect any, and I'm pretty sensitive to fishy tastes. That is good to hear. Love Caesar salad, but that fishy taste gags me. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare coldinerie Posted October 24, 2017 #21 Share Posted October 24, 2017 We love, love, love the Steakhouse. We really enjoy the dining on ships of yester years, so we eat only at specialty restaurants. We book a slightly less expensive cabin, and spend the extra money on the restaurants. Thank you for sharing, we sail in 19 days, cant wait to eat a 555 steak! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lohgan Posted October 24, 2017 #22 Share Posted October 24, 2017 Thank you so much for your review! Absolutely loved it. My boyfriend and I go on our first ever cruise in January and I have reservations at the steakhouse and the Italian restaurant on the Magic. Treat yourself right?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riclop Posted October 25, 2017 #23 Share Posted October 25, 2017 Thanks for making us hungry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
springs741 Posted October 25, 2017 #24 Share Posted October 25, 2017 For those of you planning your evening at the steakhouse the menu featured was the old menu. The ships are changing over the a slightly altered menu. The cheesecake and chocolate sampler are gone. A few of the apps and salads have changed. The entrée list if pretty much the same. If memory serves me the Lobster Ravioli is gone now and at least one other item. As far as getting two salads and two desserts, this is not the norm. I don't want others to be disappointed if they are told no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynn herbert Posted October 25, 2017 #25 Share Posted October 25, 2017 Go to the steakhouse for a special occasion. Forget every day as a table for two and meet make new friends. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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