flhawkeye Posted February 2, 2014 #1 Share Posted February 2, 2014 I have to say as someone who is a big fan of Pinnacle Grill and typically eat there all but on night on a cruise, I was WORRIED after all the negative posts about the new menu. Our waiter Alfredo was fantastic. We discussed the Caesar salad issue. He asked me to try it and if I did not like it he would make it the old way, of course not table side. I was pleasantly surprised. It was good and different. I actually enjoyed it, much to my surprise. The petite filet was outstanding! One table mate who is an MD said it was the best filet she has ever eaten. The sauces were as good as always. The mushroom side and wilted spinich sides were wonderful as well. The only disappointment was the vanilla soufflé. I think it was underdone, but I was so full it did not really matter. Service was outstanding from every person. Excellent wine steward as well. Eating there five more nights this cruise so stay tuned and stop worrying. It was a wonderful evening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJ2002 Posted February 2, 2014 #2 Share Posted February 2, 2014 I have to say as someone who is a big fan of Pinnacle Grill and typically eat there all but on night on a cruise, I was WORRIED after all the negative posts about the new menu. Our waiter Alfredo was fantastic. We discussed the Caesar salad issue. He asked me to try it and if I did not like it he would make it the old way, of course not table side. I was pleasantly surprised. It was good and different. I actually enjoyed it, much to my surprise. The petite filet was outstanding! One table mate who is an MD said it was the best filet she has ever eaten. The sauces were as good as always. The mushroom side and wilted spinich sides were wonderful as well. The only disappointment was the vanilla soufflé. I think it was underdone, but I was so full it did not really matter. Service was outstanding from every person. Excellent wine steward as well. Eating there five more nights this cruise so stay tuned and stop worrying. It was a wonderful evening. Thanks for your PG report, and glad you enjoyed it. Was the Caesar presented as whole romaine leaves in a Parmesan "bowl"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kona921 Posted February 2, 2014 #3 Share Posted February 2, 2014 Great news! Thank you for sharing! 3 Star Mariner on HAL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flhawkeye Posted February 2, 2014 Author #4 Share Posted February 2, 2014 Yes, that was how it was presented. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted February 2, 2014 #5 Share Posted February 2, 2014 I have to say as someone who is a big fan of Pinnacle Grill and typically eat there all but on night on a cruise, I was WORRIED after all the negative posts about the new menu. Our waiter Alfredo was fantastic. We discussed the Caesar salad issue. He asked me to try it and if I did not like it he would make it the old way, of course not table side. I was pleasantly surprised. It was good and different. I actually enjoyed it, much to my surprise. The petite filet was outstanding! One table mate who is an MD said it was the best filet she has ever eaten. The sauces were as good as always. The mushroom side and wilted spinich sides were wonderful as well. The only disappointment was the vanilla soufflé. I think it was underdone, but I was so full it did not really matter. Service was outstanding from every person. Excellent wine steward as well. Eating there five more nights this cruise so stay tuned and stop worrying. It was a wonderful evening. thanks for the report - it's nice that they offered you the option on the Caesar salad. We love the PG - don't eat there every night especially on the 30 day cruises - but we do go a lot - appreciate the update. By now you are on the seas - we watched you sail a way. Have a great cruise:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aliaschief Posted February 2, 2014 #6 Share Posted February 2, 2014 Thanks for the live report. Enjoy the rest of your cruise and looking forward to a review on your cruise experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZSandy25 Posted February 2, 2014 #7 Share Posted February 2, 2014 You have my mouth watering, I have already booked my reservations for our upcoming cruise and am looking forward to every single bite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted February 2, 2014 #8 Share Posted February 2, 2014 Happy you enjoyed your dinner in Pinnacle. What is your itinerary? Are you doing a usual Eastern or Western or something selected by the charter? Have fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare TiogaCruiser Posted February 2, 2014 #9 Share Posted February 2, 2014 I have to say as someone who is a big fan of Pinnacle Grill and typically eat there all but on night on a cruise, I was WORRIED after all the negative posts about the new menu. Our waiter Alfredo was fantastic. We discussed the Caesar salad issue. He asked me to try it and if I did not like it he would make it the old way, of course not table side. I was pleasantly surprised. It was good and different. I actually enjoyed it, much to my surprise. The petite filet was outstanding! One table mate who is an MD said it was the best filet she has ever eaten. The sauces were as good as always. The mushroom side and wilted spinich sides were wonderful as well. The only disappointment was the vanilla soufflé. I think it was underdone, but I was so full it did not really matter. Service was outstanding from every person. Excellent wine steward as well. Eating there five more nights this cruise so stay tuned and stop worrying. It was a wonderful evening. In what way way is different? ( other than table side creation?) Were there different ingredients? Flavors? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted February 2, 2014 #10 Share Posted February 2, 2014 Thank you for checking in and letting us know about your experience in the Pinnacle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted February 2, 2014 #11 Share Posted February 2, 2014 Does anyone know the itinerary they are doing on the charter? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted February 2, 2014 #12 Share Posted February 2, 2014 From the Olivia site: Feb 1 - leave Ft Lauderdale Feb 2 - at sea Feb 3 - Grand Turk Feb 4 - San Juan Feb 5 - St Thomas Feb 6 - at sea Feb 7 - HMC Feb 8 - get off ship Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cbr663 Posted February 2, 2014 #13 Share Posted February 2, 2014 We will be eating at the PG during our upcoming Alaska cruise. We don't order the Caesar salad, so the changes don't affect us. Same thing with the Steak Diane. I do wish though that the dessert choices were better, but we somehow manage. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted February 2, 2014 #14 Share Posted February 2, 2014 Thanks. That sounds like a usual itinerary. Doesn't seem like they requested specialized one. We'd do that route..... again. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted February 2, 2014 #15 Share Posted February 2, 2014 We will be eating at the PG during our upcoming Alaska cruise. We don't order the Caesar salad, so the changes don't affect us. Same thing with the Steak Diane. I do wish though that the dessert choices were better, but we somehow manage. ;) I still miss the Northwest Clam Chowder and the French Onion Soup. :( I'll miss the Caesar Salad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJ2002 Posted February 2, 2014 #16 Share Posted February 2, 2014 I still miss the Northwest Clam Chowder and the French Onion Soup. :( I'll miss the Caesar Salad. I believe someone has stated they will continue to make it in the traditional way - although back in the kitchen vs. tableside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuthC Posted February 2, 2014 #17 Share Posted February 2, 2014 I also miss the French onion soup; it was much better than the one in the dining room. I'm going to miss the boneless rib eye, as it seems better than the bone-in. I don't see those onion rings that were a garnish on one of the selections. I used to get them as a side for my steak. Yummy. Perhaps they are still there, but just not mentioned as they are a garnish??? I hope! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted February 2, 2014 #18 Share Posted February 2, 2014 I believe someone has stated they will continue to make it in the traditional way - although back in the kitchen vs. tableside. Knowing HAL as I do and their tendency to not always be consistent, I wouldn't count on always being able to have a 'regular' casear salad prepared for you on all ships/all the time. I think that will be a sometimes yes and sometimes no circumstance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare puppycanducruise Posted February 2, 2014 #19 Share Posted February 2, 2014 Thanks for posting. I'm glad you enjoyed it. We enjoy the Pinnacle and I look forward to it when we get to cruise again (maybe next year). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Himself Posted February 2, 2014 #20 Share Posted February 2, 2014 I have to say as someone who is a big fan of Pinnacle Grill and typically eat there all but on night on a cruise, I was WORRIED after all the negative posts about the new menu. Our waiter Alfredo was fantastic. We discussed the Caesar salad issue. He asked me to try it and if I did not like it he would make it the old way, of course not table side. I was pleasantly surprised. It was good and different. I actually enjoyed it, much to my surprise. The petite filet was outstanding! One table mate who is an MD said it was the best filet she has ever eaten. The sauces were as good as always. The mushroom side and wilted spinich sides were wonderful as well. The only disappointment was the vanilla soufflé. I think it was underdone, but I was so full it did not really matter. Service was outstanding from every person. Excellent wine steward as well. Eating there five more nights this cruise so stay tuned and stop worrying. It was a wonderful evening. It is nice to hear some positive comments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted February 2, 2014 #21 Share Posted February 2, 2014 Thanks.That sounds like a usual itinerary. Doesn't seem like they requested specialized one. We'd do that route..... again. :) Right -- when I looked at the itinerary -- I didn't see anything different about it either. We have done that route a few times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IRL_Joanie Posted February 2, 2014 #22 Share Posted February 2, 2014 I have to say as someone who is a big fan of Pinnacle Grill and typically eat there all but on night on a cruise, I was WORRIED after all the negative posts about the new menu. Our waiter Alfredo was fantastic. We discussed the Caesar salad issue. He asked me to try it and if I did not like it he would make it the old way, of course not table side. I was pleasantly surprised. It was good and different. I actually enjoyed it, much to my surprise. The petite filet was outstanding! One table mate who is an MD said it was the best filet she has ever eaten. The sauces were as good as always. The mushroom side and wilted spinich sides were wonderful as well. The only disappointment was the vanilla soufflé. I think it was underdone, but I was so full it did not really matter. Service was outstanding from every person. Excellent wine steward as well. Eating there five more nights this cruise so stay tuned and stop worrying. It was a wonderful evening. Outstanding to hear, especially about the Caesar salad as it is one of the few salads I eat. Thank you for confirming the food in Pinnacle Grill on Westerdam is still so outstanding:) Joanie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted February 2, 2014 #23 Share Posted February 2, 2014 I believe someone has stated they will continue to make it in the traditional way - although back in the kitchen vs. tableside. We are not counting on being able to get the Caesar salad like we are used to. Each ship will have their own rules -- HAL is known not to be consistent on many things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkacruiser Posted February 2, 2014 #24 Share Posted February 2, 2014 The Pinnacle Souffle, the vanilla souffle, was cooked perfectly the evening I ordered it. Really quite good, I thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJ2002 Posted February 2, 2014 #25 Share Posted February 2, 2014 We are not counting on being able to get the Caesar salad like we are used to. Each ship will have their own rules -- HAL is known not to be consistent on many things. Yes, as they say, YMMV. I'll be on the Zuiderdam in April. Will probably try out the new version of the Caesar salad, just to experience it for myself. If I don't care for it, will probably ask for the original the next time around. No big deal if they can't accommodate my request. It's not going to ruin my cruise. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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