I have read that the Lido deck buffet is pure madness on embarkation day and someone mentioned to avail of alternate food venues and to avoid the lido deck if possible. What alternate venues would be open that day for lunch and included in the cruise price. We intend to be among the earliest on board just because we like to get our cruise started as early as possible even if we don't have access to our rooms.
Guy's Pig & Anchor 11:30-2:30, Cucina del Capitano (complimentary @ lunchtime) 11:30-2:30, Blue Iguana Cantina (great tacos, burritos, taco salads) 11:30-Safety Briefing, Tandoor 11:30-Safety Briefing, Guy's Burgers 11:30-6, and of course, lido buffet.