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Most Expensive Restaurant On Icon of the Seas! Overpriced or Worth it?

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Ordinary Adventures
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πŸ‘οΈ 198K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 54:01

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Editorial Summary

The creators explore various amenities and dining options aboard the Icon of the Seas, beginning with a visit to St. Kitts where they purchase stuffed monkeys. They sample coffee-themed cocktails at the Rye and Bean bar, try carrot cake at Park Cafe, and enjoy a beef sandwich. The video also features a visit to the Surfside neighborhood, including the Surfside eatery and the arcade. The main focus of the video is a highly anticipated dinner at the Empire Supper Club, the most expensive restaurant on the ship. The creators describe an eight course fine dining experience that includes paired cocktails and live music from a New York jazz trio. They evaluate several dishes, including caviar, Norwegian lobster, and wagyu ribeye, alongside various themed cocktails. The creators conclude that despite the two hundred dollar per person price tag, the combination of high quality food, professional service, and entertainment provides excellent value, ultimately comparing the experience favorably to fine dining establishments found in Las Vegas.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Icon of the Seas
Bacon Bliss
All-time creator consensus for Icon of the Seas
A Nibble

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

this is the most expensive restaurant on the ship it offers a fine dining eight course meal each course is accompanied by its own paired cocktail and song performed by a New York Jazz Trio

I'm going to give this one a five out of five this is delightful I love it

this is the closest the Royal has come to apulo on the Disney line and I actually think it's surpassing it quite a bit

this was a great experience we would do it again

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Try the carrot cake at Park Cafe
βœ“Get the beef sandwich with all three sauces at Park Cafe
βœ“Visit the Rye and Bean coffee cocktail bar
βœ“Try the pizza toasty at Surfside Bites
βœ“Use the toppings bar at Surfside Eats for ice cream

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Worried about crowds at pools β€” The Hideaway pool is less crowded and has a more relaxed vibe

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the Empire Supper Club worth the $200 per person price?
QWhat are the best food and drink options on Icon of the Seas?
QWhat is there to do on the ship besides dining?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

St. Kitts3 Happy Bacon
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