Remy

[dpuck1998]

I'm pretty sure the menu was up on the disneycruise web site. After listening to the podcast I went to check it out to see if it seemed like a set menu. Now it isn't there anymore. Anyone know if the menu is still out there somewhere? I didn't even think about it being a set menu. I agree, I wouldn't care for that, but they will fill it up either way I suppose.

 

[disneyholic family]

i'm not caught up on podcasts...what are you referring to?

 

[dpuck1998]

i'm not caught up on podcasts...what are you referring to?

Pete was talking about the new restaurant on the Disney Dream. Seems the menu is in question as to if it is set or you can choose.

 

[disneyholic family]

Pete was talking about the new restaurant on the Disney Dream. Seems the menu is in question as to if it is set or you can choose.

thanks!
that would be weird to have a set menu....
it would make it much easier for them to have just one or two choices, but kind of limiting for the diner...
would you have to pay extra for this restaurant - like palo's? or is it the equivalent of tritons?....
i can't imagine paying extra for a set menu...

 

[dpuck1998]

thanks!
that would be weird to have a set menu....
it would make it much easier for them to have just one or two choices, but kind of limiting for the diner...
would you have to pay extra for this restaurant - like palo's? or is it the equivalent of tritons?....
i can't imagine paying extra for a set menu...

Still no word on the cost for this. Its not in the rotation, but adult only. So chances are it will be an extra cost.

 

[disneyholic family]

Still no word on the cost for this. Its not in the rotation, but adult only. So chances are it will be an extra cost.

that's really weird...

 

[NancyIL]

There's a thread about Remy on the cruise board: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2439721

I would be interested in dining there if they offered a brunch, as Palo does. However, it looks like Remy will serve dinner only, and I'd rather stick with the regular dining rotation on a short cruise.

 

[georgemoe]

There are plenty of Food & Wine signature dinners that are set menus and people love them. As long as you know up front what Remy is offering I don't see the issue. You choose to go or not go. There are plenty of dining options on DCL and Remy will be just one of those options. IMO, if I didn't like it I'd just choose something else.

 

[BriarRosie]

I believe there will be a few choices for the Remy menu. I'd be surprised if there weren't options for people with dietary restrictions or vegetarian preferences. Scott Hunnel already provides that for Victoria and Albert's.

As for the surcharge, I can easily see an extra $35-50 for this restaurant. I'd pay it.

 

[lady danger]

There are plenty of Food & Wine signature dinners that are set menus and people love them. As long as you know up front what Remy is offering I don't see the issue. You choose to go or not go. There are plenty of dining options on DCL and Remy will be just one of those options. IMO, if I didn't like it I'd just choose something else.

There are upscale restaurants in major metropolitan areas that operate that way too, with set multi-coursed tasting menus that change constantly. They're generally big hits with foodies, but it's definitely not an experience for everyone. I've been to one and it doesn't feel like the chef is telling you what to eat, it's like showing up at an edible art exhibition that everyone present is allowed to partake in. Seeing what the chef has come up with that day to present to you is part of the experience. I definitely would be interested in a restaurant like this if it were offered either on DCL or at WDW, but I do think it'd be an odd choice for a restaurant on a cruise ship. Restaurants like this are almost destinations in themselves, because people go to them because of the reputation of the chef or establishment and are willing to pay a lot for the experience. That caters to a pretty small subset of the population and likely an even smaller subset of Disney cruisers. It might hit too small of a niche market to have its own dedicated space. If they were going to do something like this it'd probably make more sense to hold a special meal once a cruise in an existing restaurant.

I agree with Briar Rose though, just from the description, I figured Remy's would be the DCL version of Victoria & Albert's which does offer choices for each course, but they're pretty limited and change constantly.

 

[GrtWtNorth]

I'm a bit of a foody and the fixed menu seems a lot like the fixed menu at Victoria and Albert's, which is a truly decadent experience. I imagine that Remy will be very similar (since it's being designed by the same chef).

Fixed menus are very common in Europe and, they tend to be less expensive than ordering menu items a-la-cart. It's a great way to experience a bit of local culture without breaking the bank, or risking mis-translations if you don't know the language.

Pete, Remy's menu might not be for you, but you should try some fixed-menu dining when you travel the world this year. Have a bit of adventure, relax and enjoy yourself!

 

[GrtWtNorth]

 

[WaltD4Me]

I can't believe they wouldn't offer some other options, especially for vegetarians or people who can't (or don't) eat seafood. There are alot of people who don't like/can't eat seafood. True, no one has to eat at Remy and there are other choices, but on a cruise ship, why be so limiting? At home if your wife really, really wants to eat at the limited menu seafood place, she can go with a friend or someone else, but on a cruise what do you do if DH is allergic and can't eat half the courses?

 

[BriarRosie]

I can't believe they wouldn't offer some other options, especially for vegetarians or people who can't (or don't) eat seafood. There are alot of people who don't like/can't eat seafood. True, no one has to eat at Remy and there are other choices, but on a cruise ship, why be so limiting? At home if your wife really, really wants to eat at the limited menu seafood place, she can go with a friend or someone else, but on a cruise what do you do if DH is allergic and can't eat half the courses?

Just keep in mind that this will be an optional dining location, not part of the general rotation. And it will more than likely have a surcharge, which might deter people who don't want to pay it.

Victoria and Albert's, as I said in my prior post, will work around allergies and vegetarian preferences. The jury is out on this new restaurant until we get more info.

 

[Scoobypop]

I personally think it's a great idea as well. Sounds much like Victoria and Alberts, which I think is amazing. Listening to Pete on the podcast and his mini rant, it's clear that this type of dining experience isn't for him. There are PLENTY of other options for dining on DCL. You don't like a menu like this, don't go, especially since there is an extra charge.