Oasis, The Chef's Table with a 3 and 6 year old.

[SherriZ366]

Q: Are children allowed to dine in our Specialty Restaurants?

 

A: Children with a parent or guardian are welcome in our specialty restaurants throughout serving hours.

That's changed. It used to be that restaurants like Portofino and Chops only allowed kids early in the serving period. We dine late and would not want to have kids whose parents IGNORE their out of control behavior ruining our meal. Have read some posts about that happening. I like kids and am a grandmother but the "ignore bad behavior/no discipline" style of parenting has become more prevalent.

[BabyBokChoy]

That's changed. It used to be that restaurants like Portofino and Chops only allowed kids early in the serving period. We dine late and would not want to have kids whose parents IGNORE their out of control behavior ruining our meal. Have read some posts about that happening. I like kids and am a grandmother but the "ignore bad behavior/no discipline" style of parenting has become more prevalent.

 

How did the poorly behaved kids ruin your meal? Wouldn't a couple of loud and ill-mannered adults 21 years and older be just as unpleasant? Age isn't the issue, is it?

 

However, if the product is advertised and sold as an adult only (21+) experience, then the consumer should expect to receive the said product. Lack of enforcement is indeed unfortunate.

[Shak]

I agree, but the point of this thread is that under 21's are not 'supposed' to be allowed at Chef's Table. Someone mentioned that young children were in attendance at their Chef's Table, and discussion ensued.

 

 

 

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Q: Are children allowed to dine in our Specialty Restaurants?

 

A: Children with a parent or guardian are welcome in our specialty restaurants throughout serving hours. The only exceptions are Chef's Table which requires all guests to be 21 years of age or older, and 150 Central Park which requires families with children under 13 years of age to dine before 7 p.m. Reservations can be made online or onboard at the restaurant based on availability.

 

If the RCI or the Captain wants to enforce this policy (as formal night dress codes) I am ok with it but if the Captain or RCI doesn't want to enforce it I am ok with that as well. It is not the end of the world if I dine with children.

 

Shak

[marci22]

How did the poorly behaved kids ruin your meal? Wouldn't a couple of loud and ill-mannered adults 21 years and older be just as unpleasant? Age isn't the issue, is it?

 

Well that's an interesting question...

 

On our last cruise, there were several kids in the CL (they are allowed) during cocktail hour that ran in and out continually for a couple hours. They also were grabbing stuff off the buffet and generally causing a ruckus. Nothing was said to them, I guess, 'because they are children'. If adults did the same thing, I think they would be asked to leave.

[marci22]

If the RCI or the Captain wants to enforce this policy (as formal night dress codes) I am ok with it but if the Captain or RCI doesn't want to enforce it I am ok with that as well. It is not the end of the world if I dine with children.

 

Shak

 

I don't think anyone thinks it's the end of the world, they just wouldn't want to eat there for $95pp.

[Shak]

I don't think anyone thinks it's the end of the world, they just wouldn't want to eat there for $95pp.

 

Ok print out the policy and if a child is at your Chef's Table demand your money back.

 

Shak

[oceanliner98]

Ok print out the policy and if a child is at your Chef's Table demand your money back.

 

Shak

 

I COMPLETELY agree with you. What is the difference between a child or a drunk adult? And if the child's not doing anything wrong, what's the problem?

[bplazo]

I COMPLETELY agree with you. What is the difference between a child or a drunk adult? And if the child's not doing anything wrong, what's the problem?

 

Because some of us want an adult experience without children. They have their space and we want our space.

[teajak]

Because some of us want an adult experience without children. They have their space and we want our space.

Thank you. That is why adults don't go to children's place, very simple.:p

[critterchick]

It's definitely on Grandeur and Legend and Serenade and possibly others too. In fact it may be that as each ship is refurbished it gets a Chef's Table.

 

Rhapsody also has the Chef's Table. Our experience there was tainted by a blowhard who first proclaimed that he was a minister and could help us find God (I was unaware that he'd gone missing), then insisted on talking loudly about himself throughout the dinner, in between frequent, loudly announced trips to the loo. For is grand finale, he boasted that he hadn't gone to muster drill and ignored two letters sent to his cabin telling him to go. Did I mention that the Captain was in attendance that evening?:eek:

 

So I'm fine with kids at the table. They couldn't have been any worse behaved than he was.

[oceanliner98]

Rhapsody also has the Chef's Table. Our experience there was tainted by a blowhard who first proclaimed that he was a minister and could help us find God (I was unaware that he'd gone missing), then insisted on talking loudly about himself throughout the dinner, in between frequent, loudly announced trips to the loo. For is grand finale, he boasted that he hadn't gone to muster drill and ignored two letters sent to his cabin telling him to go. Did I mention that the Captain was in attendance that evening?:eek:

 

So I'm fine with kids at the table. They couldn't have been any worse behaved than he was.

 

What a night! Haha

[oceanliner98]

Because some of us want an adult experience without children. They have their space and we want our space.

 

Perhaps some of us teens would like to experience some adult activities. We're always being hounded to be more mature.

[bplazo]

Perhaps some of us teens would like to experience some adult activities. We're always being hounded to be more mature.

 

Do it in the teen area.

[oceanliner98]

Do it in the teen area.

 

That answer doesn't really make sense since I said adult activities, where Im surrounded by other teens who frankly don't necessarily portray adult qualities. I hope Im not sounding rude, I don't intend to be.

[critterchick]

What a night! Haha

 

Well, the wine flowed freely, but you would have had to endure it sober.:eek::D

Edited July 29, 2013 by critterchick

[UNV-IT!!!]

Perhaps some of us teens would like to experience some adult activities. We're always being hounded to be more mature.

 

Your not an adult. Therefor you shouldn't be able to do adult only activities. Sorry. The clubs and bars are 21 for alcohol. Should they just allow you to drink because you want to try some adult things? No. Your a child/teen. Your also not a paying customer. Your parents are paying. Therefor if I myself pay for an adult only meal. I don't expect kids(you) to be there since you(kid) can't afford to pay for a meal there nor are suppose to be there.

Now I'm not saying ban kids. Of course it's a family trip, but if an area is adult only it should be enforced. If an adult walks into the teen club they are escorted out or helped in finding their child. Doesn't matter if they want to hangout. It's teen only. Same applies for adult only areas.

When your an adult you can then experience adult only venues.

[bplazo]

That answer doesn't really make sense since I said adult activities, where Im surrounded by other teens who frankly don't necessarily portray adult qualities. I hope Im not sounding rude, I don't intend to be.

 

No, you are not sounding rude at all, you sound like an intelligent teen, however, I always made my daughter follow age limits and in some instance she was not allowed places where I thought that is was not age appropriate.

[Steeler Nation At Sea]

That answer doesn't really make sense since I said adult activities, where Im surrounded by other teens who frankly don't necessarily portray adult qualities. I hope Im not sounding rude, I don't intend to be.

 

Why the rush to grow up? You do not get the teen years back as a do over. You sound like a great young person, so accept that you will have to wait a few more years to experience adult only venues. I hope that gives you much to look forward to in life. As another poster pointed out, you are likely expecting a parent to pay for your experience. Sometimes, when we wait and treat ourselves to an indulgence as a paying adult, it makes the experience and financial achievement even sweeter. You'll understand this better as you mature.

 

I am quite certain that there are other teen cruise enthusiasts onboard. Seek their company. You might have a better time with them than you think.

 

Last, don't talk back to your elders! Bad manners!:rolleyes::D

Edited July 30, 2013 by Steeler Nation At Sea

[marci22]

Ok print out the policy and if a child is at your Chef's Table demand your money back.

 

Shak

 

I don't think they would require that. They know how the event is billed and that some people may object. I'm sure they would refund no problem.

[oceanliner98]

Why the rush to grow up? You do not get the teen years back as a do over. You sound like a great young person, so accept that you will have to wait a few more years to experience adult only venues. I hope that gives you much to look forward to in life. As another poster pointed out, you are likely expecting a parent to pay for your experience. Sometimes, when we wait and treat ourselves to an indulgence as a paying adult, it makes the experience and financial achievement even sweeter. You'll understand this better as you mature.

 

I am quite certain that there are other teen cruise enthusiasts onboard. Seek their company. You might have a better time with them than you think.

 

Last, don't talk back to your elders! Bad manners!:rolleyes::D

 

I suppose you're correct. I'll settle for 150 Central Park. ( Wow, I just realized how annoying and cocky that sounded.) And the reason I wish to spend time in more civilized areas, is due to the fact around 75% of my school is unbelievably rude, annoying, and childish. They literally were CHEWING marijuana in class. I hope you get the picture. But I wish you happy cruises in the future!

[SherriZ366]

How did the poorly behaved kids ruin your meal? Wouldn't a couple of loud and ill-mannered adults 21 years and older be just as unpleasant? Age isn't the issue, is it?

 

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Weve been lucky but have read in reviews where kids were running around and actually running up to the windows where the reviewers sat. The parents just sat and let them run around. It's not the kids' fault -- it's the "ignore bad behavior" parents who I referenced in my earlier post who don't teach their kids how to behave.

[oceanliner98]

Underage drinking was NOT what I intended. And in all due respect, I don't think it's quite kind to say others cannot afford certain things, because I could certainly pay for a 95 dollar dinner by myself. Sorry, and I wish many more happy cruises!

Edited July 30, 2013 by oceanliner98

[Steeler Nation At Sea]

I suppose you're correct. I'll settle for 150 Central Park. ( Wow, I just realized how annoying and cocky that sounded.) And the reason I wish to spend time in more civilized areas, is due to the fact around 75% of my school is unbelievably rude, annoying, and childish. They literally were CHEWING marijuana in class. I hope you get the picture. But I wish you happy cruises in the future!

 

I am a single mom of 3 teens. I get it. Really, I do. :( I also know that despite my children's claims that "everybody" is doing this or has that, it's simply not true. And if 75% are undesirable, stick with the unpopular minority. It's really okay to do that, too! :)

[oceanliner98]

I am a single mom of 3 teens. I get it. Really, I do. :( I also know that despite my children's claims that "everybody" is doing this or has that, it's simply not true. And if 75% are undesirable, stick with the unpopular minority. It's really okay to do that, too! :)

 

The remaining 25% are my friends. We deem ourselves the "Nerd Herd." (And then there's the select three, including me, that are the Musketeers.) Even my English teacher refered to me as an 'old soul'. :D

[atlaturne]

In reading the responses in which "we have no problems with children being at Chefs Table"-I can't help but wonder as to those who have that position,how many of them have had any skin in the game.In other words, how many have paid the 95.00$(x2?) to dine there in what is supposed to be an adult evening..If the truth were known,I would venture very few.