momtothree Posted December 24, 2007 #1 Share Posted December 24, 2007 We just booked on the Norweigan Gem for March 15, 2008. We have only ever cruised on Disney before where all restaurants were included without fees, except for one. Just wondering how many of the Gem restaurants charge an extra fee. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ver49 Posted December 25, 2007 #2 Share Posted December 25, 2007 I recently returned from on of the one night introductory sailings. The following info was given for the specialty restaurants with a cover charge: Cagney's (steak house) - $20 Orchid Garden (Chinese/Japanese/Thai) - $10 Sushi Bar - $15 Teppanyaki (Japanese Grill) - $20 No info was given for Le Bistro or La Cucina. The Grand Pacific, Magenta, Garden Cafe, and Blue Lagoon are included. I hope that helps to give you some idea. Enjoy your cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mississauga Posted December 25, 2007 #3 Share Posted December 25, 2007 I recently returned from on of the one night introductory sailings. The following info was given for the specialty restaurants with a cover charge:Cagney's (steak house) - $20 Orchid Garden (Chinese/Japanese/Thai) - $10 Sushi Bar - $15 Teppanyaki (Japanese Grill) - $20 No info was given for Le Bistro or La Cucina. The Grand Pacific, Magenta, Garden Cafe, and Blue Lagoon are included. I hope that helps to give you some idea. Enjoy your cruise! Le Bistro would be $15 as per other NCL ships La Cucina is a no extra charge specialty restaurant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
electricron Posted December 25, 2007 #4 Share Posted December 25, 2007 Here's a more complete list of restaurants aboard the Gem Grand Pacific (Main Dining Room) Cuisine: Continental Surcharge: No Reservations Required: No Magenta (Main Dining Room) Cuisine: Continental Surcharge: No Reservations Required: No Le Bistro French Restaurant Cuisine: French Surcharge: Yes, $15 per person Reservations Required: Yes Cagney's Steakhouse Cuisine: Steakhouse Surcharge: Yes, $20 per person Reservations Required: Yes La Cucina Italian Cuisine: Italian Surcharge: No Reservations Required: No, but suggested Orchid Garden Asian Restaurant (Sushi and Teppanyaki) Cuisine: Asian Surcharge: Yes, $10 per person Reservations Required: Yes Note: Sushi and Teppanyaki have an extra surcharge. Mambos Latin/Tapas Restaurant Cuisine: Latin/Tapas Surcharge: No Reservations Required: No, but suggested Garden Cafe Cuisine: Buffet Surcharge: No Reservations Required: No The Great Outdoors Cuisine: Buffet Surcharge: No Reservations Required: No Blue Lagoon Cuisine: Snacks Surcharge: No Reservations Required: No There's also the free Room Service, and bars that will have some food available during the day or night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthernNeighbour Posted December 25, 2007 #5 Share Posted December 25, 2007 I'm booked on the GEM for 11 nights starting 6 February. Will try to post my impressions day by day throughout the cruise. Since we will be trying the various restaurants (both fee and no fee), I'll include my impressions and our experience. My TA just got back from a GEM cruise and she swears the 'no fee' Italian restaurant is excellent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momtothree Posted December 26, 2007 Author #6 Share Posted December 26, 2007 Thanks everyone for your information. We are not extremely particular about our food - not our main reason for going on a cruise. We also have three children - two teenagers and a ten year old who are also not picky. They usually opt for the quickest meal just to get it over with and get onto the fun stuff. Are the buffets and other restaurants without fees okay for "people like us?" Thanks so much.:o :o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruise4kicks Posted December 26, 2007 #7 Share Posted December 26, 2007 Thanks everyone for your information. We are not extremely particular about our food - not our main reason for going on a cruise. We also have three children - two teenagers and a ten year old who are also not picky. They usually opt for the quickest meal just to get it over with and get onto the fun stuff. Are the buffets and other restaurants without fees okay for "people like us?" Thanks so much.:o :o The buffet on the Gem is AWESOME! That's your best best for a quick in-and-out. But I'm sure you'll enjoy the other no-surcharge restaurants as well! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coffeebean Posted December 26, 2007 #8 Share Posted December 26, 2007 Thanks everyone for your information. We are not extremely particular about our food - not our main reason for going on a cruise. We also have three children - two teenagers and a ten year old who are also not picky. They usually opt for the quickest meal just to get it over with and get onto the fun stuff. Are the buffets and other restaurants without fees okay for "people like us?" Thanks so much.:o :o I cruised on the Pearl, Gem's sister ship. The "action stations" in the buffet make this dining venue the best buffet on any cruise ship, IMHO. It is "awesome" as another poster just mentioned. The layout is great, offers excellent flow and the freshly prepared food is great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebayer3030 Posted December 27, 2007 #9 Share Posted December 27, 2007 I have found 1 website which appartently lists restaurants for cruise ships, and if there is a charge associated with it. It's on American Airlines, on there cruise section. Go to http://www.aa.com, click on Cruise and you'll know what I am talking about! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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