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Cunard Queen Mary 2 Complete Dining Guide - Every venue and menu tried and tested

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πŸ‘οΈ 353K viewsπŸ“… 7 years ago⏱️ 13:13

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Editorial Summary

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the dining options available on the Cunard Queen Mary 2 flagship. The creator details a full day of eating, beginning with breakfast options that range from room service to the formal waiter service in the Britannia restaurant, the buffet style of the Kings Court, and the quieter atmosphere of the Corinthian Lounge. Lunch venues include the Britannia, Kings Court, Corinthian Lounge, and the Golden Lion pub for British classics, with the Boardwalk Cafe offering outdoor options when weather permits. The guide highlights various afternoon tea experiences, specifically the traditional service in the Queen's Room and the indulgent Godiva chocolate version. For evening meals, the creator discusses the standard dining in the Britannia, noting the benefits of the open dining flexibility for Cunard Club guests. The guide also reviews the Steakhouse at the Veranda, describing its shift from fine French dining to a more informal, meat and seafood focused menu. Finally, the creator mentions the availability of midnight snacks at the Kings Court for those seeking late night food.

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How This Review Compares

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Seriously Tasty
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Solid Strip

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Creator's Key Takeaways

the afternoon tea in the Queen's room is deliciously unique to any other cruise line

the waiters very smart the service is nearly always with a friendly smile

the meal itself as you can see from the video was very good indeed and we're definitely becoming here again

it's totally worth it though other varieties of afternoon tea on book Queen Mary 2 are available

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Try the Britannia restaurant for a proper waiter-service breakfast
βœ“Visit the Kings Court buffet for a vast variety of breakfast foods
βœ“Arrive at least 10 minutes before afternoon tea service on sea days
βœ“Ask for a glass of water with the Godiva chocolate afternoon tea

Questions This Creator Answers

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