"As churrascaria concept restaurants gain popularity on land, Royal Caribbean is taking advantage of having a new ship to introduce the Samba Grill and bring a new dynamic and colorful nightlife ambiance for adults in the Solarium," says Lisa Bauer, senior vice president, Hotel Operations, Royal Caribbean International. "Guests onboard Allure of the Seas will have a new arrangement of dining experiences throughout the ship, from the Adagio Main Dining Room to new venues on the Boardwalk and Royal Promenade."
Combining the best of classic Mexican beach bars and Southern California's famed taquerias, Rita's Cantina will be a vibrant new restaurant in the Boardwalk neighborhood. Adults and kids alike will enjoy some of their favorite Mexican fare, such as shrimp ceviche tostadas, warm tortilla chips with salsa and fiesta guacamole, as well as entrées, such as fajitas, fish tacos and Chipotle-style flautas. The more casual setting will be a favorite lunch, snack or dinner spot for guests seeking a flavorful fiesta onboard Allure of the Seas. Rita's Cantina also will boast some of the best and widest selection of margaritas at sea, offering both authentic and signature concoctions mixed with a choice from the extensive list of quality tequilas, served on the rocks or frozen in a variety of fruit-flavor combinations. In addition, the restaurant will introduce new nightlife to Boardwalk with live guitar music, drinks and dancing. Rita Cantina's design will include large open breezeways and an outdoor seating area complete with high top tables and stools, and will be located in place of Seafood Shack onboard sister-ship Oasis of the Seas.
Also new to Boardwalk's dynamic and engaging scene will be The Boardwalk Dog House, an outdoor hot-dog specialty counter located where The Donut Shop is on Oasis of the Seas. Guests can choose from traditional hot dogs, wieners, brats, sausages and other delicious linked meats and a variety of toppings to split a long bun. The Donut Shop will remain on Boardwalk in a new location next to the Ice Cream Parlor.
The following includes a variety of other palate-pleasing options available throughout the
neighborhoods on Allure:
THE BOARDWALK
· Rita's Cantina: A casual yet vibrant indoor/outdoor restaurant exclusively on Allure's
Boardwalk, caters to families by day, and adults by night; traditional Mexican fare,
comprehensive selection of margaritas and live guitar music and dancing for
evening entertainment
· Boardwalk Dog House: Guests can choose from traditional hot dogs, wieners, brats, sausages and other delicious linked meats and a variety of toppings to split a long bun.
· Boardwalk Bar: The main bar on the Boardwalk; offering fruit, salads and sandwiches
· Boardwalk Donut Shop: A classic haunt for casual snacks and delicious treats
· Ice Cream Parlor: A variety of ice cream flavors and toppings take center stage
· Johnny Rockets: '50's-style diner with server-entertainers
CENTRAL PARK
· 150 Central Park: A trendy, upscale and intimate restaurant with a tasting menu and
customized wine pairings created by Molly Brandt, winner of the Allure of the Seas Culinary
Challenge co-hosted with The Culinary Institute of America, as well as Food and Wine's 2006 best student chef
· Giovanni's Table: An Italian trattoria with both indoor and alfresco seating featuring Italian
classics served family-style
· Park Café: An indoor/outdoor gourmet market featuring salads, sandwiches, soups and pastries
· Vintages: A wine bar with pre-dinner tapas and cheeses along with a robust selection of
fine wines
· Chops Grille: Royal Caribbean's signature steakhouse with views of Central Park, and premium cuts or quality meats
POOL AND SPORTS ZONE
· Samba Grill: Exclusive to Allure of the Seas, the new churascarria, styled after popular
Brazilian steakhouses, is an interactive experience where guests choose from a variety of
meats, chicken and seafood brought table-side by servers, ready to slice and serve
upon request
· Solarium Bistro: A health-conscious dining option for breakfast and lunch
· The Wipe Out Café: A casual self-service buffet with pizza, hamburgers, sandwiches and
fresh salads
· Izumi Asian Cuisine: Featuring mouthwatering flavors and a sushi bar with hot-rock cooking
ROYAL PROMENADE
· Sorrento's Pizzeria: Featuring New York style pizza, with both made-to-order pies and
by the slice
· Café Promenade: Offering Seattle's Best coffee, fruit shakes, pastries and sandwiches
all day
· The Cupcake Cupboard: Featuring fresh-baked gourmet cupcakes as well as parties
and design classes
VITALITY AT SEA SPA AND FITNESS CENTER
· The Vitality Café: Offering healthy snacks, sandwiches, wraps, fruit and smoothies
THE CLASSICS, Royal Caribbean hasn't forgotten the classics of its fleet:
· Adagio Dining Room: The ship's main restaurant features a three-tier venue with a
1920s Art Deco style; flexible My Time Dining and traditional assigned seatings, as
well as the highly anticipated DreamWorks Character Breakfast
· Windjammer Marketplace: A casual buffet fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner
· In-Stateroom Service: Order from the complimentary breakfast, lunch and dinner
menus, or choose an original Johnny Rockets hamburger or Ghirardelli chocolate
cookies from the new Dine In Delights menu