A Frustrating Vacation, but Vacation Nonetheless

Samba Grill

Could’ve done without the appetizers, they were a bit lackluster. Main course however, was fantastic. Kunj is an amazing server, very funny, really wrapped our whole experience with a bow. Desert generally was good. I’d recommend Samba over Chops for anyone trying to decide between the two.

Izumi Hibachi & Sushi

Hibachi Review: Ordered shrimp and lobster, both were delicious. Fried rice was decent, strawberry sake drink was delicious. Talented chefs but quite a loud venue. Sushi Review: The sushi experience was not over the top, but selection was good. The service and presentation of the spider roll and champagne lobster was good, the taste was ordinary. The snow sake (served warm) was delightful and refreshing. Overall, I am hesitant to recommend to anyone looking for an authentic experience, but its reasonable for anyone looking to just have fun, drink, and try something new.

Windjammer Cafe

Only reason windjammer doesn’t get 1 star is the food is edible, but usually poor quality. Bound to happen when cooking a buffet line for 6,000 passengers. Food is typically bland, non-remarkable, and there are much better options elsewhere. Breakfast is the best meal there but again, there are better options elsewhere.

Johnny Rockets

Breakfast: Classic american breakfast, no complaints. Breakfast is included. Dinner: Got the applewood bacon burger. Can’t choose how you’d like your burger, they are well-done by default. Overall it’s worth the $13 in my opinion.

Sorrento's

Pizza was alright, nothing more. Reminded me of pizza places in malls/shopping centers. Thin crust is standard, usual offerings like cheese, pepperoni, veggie, bbq chicken (?). They do have create your own but selection is 6/10 for toppings.

Chop's Grille

Ordered 9oz filet, it was definitely good but nothing I couldn’t get at home. Appetizer-wise shrimp cocktail was delicious, glazed “bacon” is actually a tenderloin however. Sides were just alright, nothing to write home about.

Center Ice Rink

My review is critical due to me being a figure skater, just as a heads-up. Ice quality is poor, quite soft, and a very bumpy surface overall and the edges dip down towards the boards and can be dangerous if you get caught. Size of the rink is about a quarter sheet, they do limit capacity to avoid overcrowding. The rules are very restrictive, ie: no “weaving” (passing others…?), no tricks, must wear communal safety gear (helmet), the person ahead of you has right of way for some reason.The skates offered are poor quality but most rentals are. Not very sharp, the floor is plastic and dulls the blades very quickly after walking on it. Overall skating on the ship was cool to say I’ve done it, but I won’t be wasting the luggage space bringing my own skates next time and don’t recommend it for anyone who is a skater, but I do for those with no expectations or experience.

Logo Shop

Items are severely overpriced, but a decent selection of usual items such as cups, shirts, little trinkets, etc.

Aqua Theater

Almost impossible to catch a full show as the 2 times we attempted to, they were canceled due to “technical difficulties”. I understand canceling for rough seas but that wasn’t our issue.