Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady Cruise Food Review

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[@NyxOnyx96]

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[@tjnorrisofficial]

for an upcoming cruise I made a food itinerary: Razzle Dazzle Nutty Gazpacho/Fish+Chips/Blueberry Cheezecake/loaded Cookies The Wake Hamachi Crudo/King Salmon/Asparagus/The Wake Mousse Pink Agave Chayote/Camaron Amarillo/Relleno Vagano/Milhojas Razzle Dazzle Nutty Gazpacho/Fish+Chips/Blueberry Cheezecake/loaded Cookies Gunbae Haemul Pajeon/Japchae/Squid+Oct+Shrimp/Twist Extra Virgin Crispy Artichoke/Gnocchi/Brussels Aribiatta/Ricotta Bomboloni Test Kitchen unsure......im a pescatarian and didnt 'sea' a lotta choices, we shall see if they can accomodate NIGHTTIME Razzle Dazzle Green Goddess/Fried Green Tomatoes/V Fried Chicken

[@papah7398]

"Cruise Food", you should include a food review with all of your cruises. Great going Tony. Many thanks.

[@vickipanico2372]

We enjoyed our first Virgin Voyage a few weeks ago. The food was definitely amazing and the multiple options for how you can choose to dine was perfect for us. It will be difficult to go back to the offerings from other lines. Also AMAZING--Virgin just gifted us - and other sailers- with a $300 bar tab for our fall booking.

[@traceymarshall5886]

Yes it was fantastic

[@blannibal3610]

Just booked ours for November and got the $300 bar tab. Really cool.

[@wakemiamigreatagain]

We just booked for Feb 2024 and we received a $600 bar tab and 20% off.

[@christineshin7035]

LOL! I'm in your generation & I remember all the boys wearing Drakkar Noir! Smelled so good! Us girls wore Liz Claiborne in the red triangle bottle!

[@tylertraveltube982]

Tony, you just gave one of the best reasons to cruise on the Scarlet Lady! I’ll keep it in mind!

[@happysavy9296]

We took this same Cruise on Scarlet Lady just last week and it was amazing!! The food was amazing and if you did not like something there was always something else to eat all the time, It was great that you could order more then 1 entree. The Cabin were so sleek and modern and the staff was wonderful. I was very fortunate to be selected to invited to a private invite that is very discreet and only a few passenger got the invite but it was amazing. So hopefully someone has that same experience.

[@cynthiamiller]

My favorite bite was the shrimp at the Dock House. My favorite meal was the upcharge meal at Pink Agave the Pescado Zarandeado - Achiote halibut, lobster, grilled prawns and bay scallops!

[@susanjoy3513]

Looks absolutely wonderful. Makes me want to do a Virgin Voyage cruise. Thanks for the breakdown on the food.

[@ibocnet]

We did back to back cruises on the Scarlet Lady from 8/5 to 8/15 and watched your videos before we left. Without question the food was a highlight. Everyone has different tastes so opinions are just that. Some of the food has changed since you were there as should be expected. I was not expecting Razzle Dazzle to be as good as it was. I was not as impressed at dinner as I was at breakfast. We ordered the frittata twice and they were completely different. One was light and fluffy which my wife loved. The other well done and firm which I prefer. Both were extremely delicious. The wake was a disappointment and I love steak. The fish on the other hand was fantastic. All of the restaurants are top notch. All of the dishes are not but again your taste may be different. There were only a few dishes at the galley worth getting because most are premade. Things that need to be made to order seemed to be better as long as you season them. My favorite food was in the dock house and on the dock at the back of the ship. The Tapas were the bomb. I probably had 5 meals of hanger steak, chicken thigh and shrimp skewers. The one thing I must say is the friendliness, service and caring of the crew in every place we were was amazing. In talking to them they were very happy working there compared to the other cruise lines they worked for. The other thing about this cruise is that it was relaxing. I normally prefer lots of activities but this was such a fantastic cruise that I enjoyed the relaxing nature of the cruise more than anything.

[@maxman5555]

I was waiting for this video, I was on Scarlet Lady a few weeks before you. Virgin Voyages is our favorite cruise line, the food is amazing. You are our favorite cruise KZbinr.

[@marcozaff6699]

We just landed at MCO to go to hotel Tony recommended then board Carnival Mardi Gras on Saturday. Thanks for the Virgin video today.

[@ShecalledmeLizzy]

Just heard you mention your review for Virgin on your live 5/21. My son and I will take our first Virgin cruise this fall from Southampton. I was loyal DCL for 2 years but I’m done with children so Virgin and Celebrity cruises scheduled. I appreciate your reviews as it’s helpful to know the differences between the lines.

[@GugaandRob]

Totally agree Tony! I had the best food too on Virgin! The sushi place at the buffet, the Razzle Dazzle brunch, everything delicious! 🤤 Guga

[@debbiechristy9960]

OMGGGGG, Tony - that fooood!!! Everything looked and sounded fabulous and, believe it or not, I was thinking the duck tacos would be your pick and wah lah!! Them caramel chocolate dessert tacos looked like the bomb also!! Got me also wanting to go on a Virgin cruise just for the food like some others commented!! As usual, great video, content and narration - thank you for sharing!!

[@Dancer810]

That would be "voilá", which is a French word adopted by Americans as an expression of "there it is!". 😉

[@bmiles2986]

Yes. This was a foodie dream. Loved it. Wish had more time and a bigger stomach to enjoy more of the options available.

[@Pandbswideworldofports]

Man, that review makes me want to cruise on Virgin for the food alone! Very helpful, Tony.

[@8675309td]

Worth it

[@hoonami139]

2:17 All Day Bacon and people walking backwards, that's my kinda cruise!

[@francoisedunne223]

Wow the presentation of the food on Virgin is really top-notch. To me it reminds me of how Crusing used to serve foods 30 years ago. They had some very nice presentations of their food back in the day of our first cruising. Now it’s kind of all standard looking. But I wouldn’t mind trying anything of what you had there just to see what it taste like. Nice video thank you Tony

[@gr8deadfan75]

I've cruised on the Scarlet Lady twice and the food & service are impeccable. I've yet to have a bad meal on this ship.

[@Refuse2be_Normal]

I embark tomorrow I’m so excited !!!

[@yesimsixtyfive]

I'm booked on Virgin Voyages for July 2023 and I cannot wait to try all of the dining options! Thanks for a great overview video.

[@HMJBurkeTravel]

Hey Tony! I just watched this and realize that hubby and I are in the clip from the pizza place. So we got cameos in two of your reviews from this sailing. LOL We're heading back on Scarlet this summer to do the 5nt Dominican Daze. And I'm absolutely heading back to Razzle Dazzle for that bacon because it was amazing! SN: I've been sharing your video with all my clients that want to book Virgin. So thanks for being awesome.

[@LaLidoLoca]

Thanks Heather!

[@TonyG-gk7qr]

That was the most interesting sponsorship break I have ever watched😀 Great choice Tony

[@Ariadne147]

You did such a great job on this review, I've watched it twice. I'll be VV this month and am excited to try the alternate dining. The duck tacos looked really good. I'll definitely go for the bacon in the Wake.

[@laurieackerman94]

Thanks for the great in-depth video of all the included food options on Virgin! The bacon looks so good!

[@raylunz7211]

Hope you had a nice birthday. Thanks for all the great cruise info in an entertaining way.

[@pjarnold2]

i have to agree. the food was amazing and to my suprise Razzle Dazzle was my go to place, I became a beleiver in the imposible burger and the BACON.

[@marthaanderson2296]

You are going to have crowds of people running to VV and I'm glad I already have all my reservations for this year!

[@tomekyewilkerson3823]

Can’t wait, going on the Scarlet Lady in January. Thanks for the great review.

[@Alan_Mac]

Good vid, mate. Those duck tacos should be everywhere!

[@totallytania7978]

Drakar in the 80's!😃 I loved that too!👍

[@FR-tb7xh]

Those duck tacos have me salivating! To be paired with the street corn and shrimp had to be divine. Love to know how to make the candied bacon, too. That said, it looked like every eatery beyond Agave also put out great dishes, but most were plated badly (esp that mushroom tartare)! FWIW, as with people, first impressions matter, and it all happens in 2 seconds!

[@darcyb766]

Thanks gonna try scent bird! Love your videos! Look foward to watching daily!

[@robpetersen7240]

Looks amazing. Will definitely try them out. Thx for the scentbird tip too. Always looking for new scents too.

[@wendyzappone7442]

Thanks for showing the food here. Loved it!

[@paulnicolosi4792]

Sitmar cruises, back in the 80’s. Full Italian kitchen staff. Best cruise ship food I ever had.

[@TVHouseHistorian]

*Food* is what makes a sailing for me. I would LOVE this. BTW, I still love Drakkar Noir, Tony. Solidarity 👊

[@Bigp352]

Going in October of 2024 for my 40th birthday! My wife and I can't wait! We're big foodies!

[@tylertraveltube982]

All these food items sound so good!!

[@lindsaycomerallen2590]

Will be adding this to my cruise adventures!

[@1862sue]

Tony…, not to undermine your cruise adventure. But the 1st of a series of informational videos has been released by Royal Caribbean about the Icon of the Seas. What if any inside information can you get for us. Absolutely can’t wait to cruise her.

[@rayburns8082]

Filet looked absolutely amazing!!

[@michellepj8809]

Great food review Tony! Thank you.

[@wavesandwandering]

Best bites for me - the bacon at Razzle Dazzle; the watermelon slice topped with tofu cream, berries, and granola; and the Mexican Street Corn at Pink Agave - but honestly EAT EVERYTHING!

[@ibocnet]

Also some of my faves but my #1 was the hanger steak at the dock house was my #1

[@eruscitti]

Just back from that ship and I agree! BEST cruise food!

[@staciebrooks1328]

We so agree with you! That bacon, wow! Next time, try the Test Kitchen. Much better than any Chef’s Table that we’ve done and, of course, Included! Also, Gunbae is delicious and so much fun! Thanks for this review. Hope to see you on Virgin, maybe the transatlantic next April.

[@rachaelsimpson8802]

Yes, completely agree - the food is fantastic on the Scarlet!

[@tstv205]

Those cheese tots at Dazzle and the food at Virgin are eye-catching

[@mi55y29]

Mushroom tare tare looked amazing

[@constancecook-cruisetravel1166]

On my list. The filet looked amazing 🤩

[@attilathefun_traveler]

The Tres Leches and the chocolate cake look very yummy. Heading to kitchen now I’m starving, thanks Tony 😆. Got to put Virgin on my list too.

[@robertpowell7319]

My favorite dinner on the Discovery was the Beef Wellington that showed up at the buffet other next to the last night of the cruise.

[@kd0r]

Thanks for the review. After your previous review I had a feeling the Razzle Dazzle bacon was going to get top honors. David

[@christinehampton2700]

We have Scarlet Lady booked for October for our 15th anniv...your food review makes us even more excited for it! Thank you!!

[@wduffy1969]

thanks tony! love watching and sharing your video. I thought the chowdah was delicious! as a Cape Codder

[@georgehny]

The good old days returned, almost! When all the food was included in your fare. Honestly never thought that specialty restaurant's would never work, but yet they did to some degree. My thoughts were that if you offer speciality restaurants the only way to work, make the previously already good MDR not as good. And that is what has happened through the years. I am happy to see one cruise line returning most of the food options being included.

[@NachoTV]

Best cruise food ever?..might be reason enough to try crusing on the scarlet lady.

[@epowerman1]

At the WAKE we had the Lamb Chops is the BOMB... Also you can get the meatballs as part of room service.. Chix soup Room service was excellent also.

[@TechniSean1]

Just got off the ship and I agree, the food was amazing. I gained 8 pounds on my 5-night cruise, totally worth it! My favorites, The Strip steak and sea bass at Extra Virgin Appetizers at The Dock- Octopus, shrimp, watermelon-feta salad Lamb chops and filet mignon at The Wake Duck at Pink Agave (I had the same meal you did) And yes, the bacon was amazing So many great spots and meals, too much to choose from

[@Emperor-Wild-Man]

Food as presented looked amazing, but portion is small for a big eater. Are you allowed for seconds?

[@TechniSean1]

@@Emperor-Wild-Man with the appetizers, sides and desserts it becomes a lot of food to eat. I gained a lot of weight on my 5 night cruise. The waiter at Razzle Dazzle told me to get a second entree as a back-up because I ordered a cauliflower dish that had mixed reviews. They were both good. Ended up eating both entrees with my friend so yes, you should be able to order more food if you want.

[@michaelfranze5145]

The Duck breast tacos looked amazing.

[@leslyechambers1861]

We loved the food on the Scarlet Lady. Before we went we were going to skip Razzle Dazzle but they don’t want you to repeat restaurants so we gave them a try. It was so good! We ended up eating there a second time for dinner and also for breakfast. I agree the best food at sea. Also the Wake was the best steak house! Can’t wait to go again on her in January.

[@DonnaBorn138]

I like that idea of scentbird..I will check it out..it's sensible

[@michaelburtyk6080]

Tony, love your food breakdowns. Makes me want to try Virgin Voyages just to see if the food is better than Celebrity (which up until now has been my favorite). Looks as if it could be,

[@traceymarshall5886]

Yes virgin food is way better

[@imflying2953]

I just got off scarlet lady also! Best food of any cruise by faaar. The parties were AWESOME!

[@sarahgupton2552]

Tony, you just gave the only reason I’ve heard to possibly cruise on the Scarlet Lady. I’ll keep it in mind.

[@rapunzel1701]

FEI, they change the offerings at the Beach Club about every two hours. So always go back later.

[@towel-ie7554]

Pink Agave was by far my favorite specialty restaurant. Gunbae is fun, a bit bit overrated though. The Wake and the italian joint were decent. However their "buffet" is ridiculously good and clean, nobody touches the food, and made to order. More cruise lines should take note.

[@philkrigel4489]

Oh yes I agree. I loved the Steak in the Mexican. Better than the Wake. Also loved Italian and Korean BBQ. Ummmm good. Did you try the Pizza? It is soooo good.

[@ruthbickerstaffe1915]

Your review of this ships food was so great. Thank you. You had me hooked the first view of that amazing bacon.😂

[@awells70]

yes for sure best food hands down

[@MrOvertyme100]

Tony, you're making me hungry! WIth two kids in tow, I won't be able to go on a Virgin Voyages cruise for some time. It looks like the blistered beans that you showed were Shishito Peppers. Interesting note about those: one out of every ten has some kick. Get some sesame oil and find a bag or package of Shishito Peppers, coat them in sesame oil and put them on a grill or in a pan to get some color. Take them out and sprinkle them with sea salt and have at them. They make a fantastic snack!

[@angielovett4159]

Curry and schnitzel! Omg everything looked so delicious. I really want to cruise Virgin. Mainly because it’s adults only and it’s modern ‘outside the box’ concepts.

[@bellazimring8701]

Definitely agree with you about the restaurant, duck tacos look amazing.

[@Cloud7Travel]

Oh wow. Thanks for the food tour!

[@Percussiongurl]

The two times I when on virgin its was the best food I've had. And I Love their food concept its amazing. There are over 20+ eateries and the food is so good that pizza literarily is an after thought.

[@KarynHill]

You have tipped me a little more toward sailing on Virgin than I was. I'm not a very picky eater and I'm okay with food that's good but not spectacular. But I do love to have some spectacular food sometimes! Thanks for tossing us this food-specific review!

[@philkrigel4489]

I am picky too and loved it.

[@philkrigel4489]

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[@ronniesquires]

Wow. We have got to try this ship. Is over 62yrs of age compatible or is it a younger crowd? Thanks for the food menus Tony. It looks phenomenal 😍

[@LaLidoLoca]

Yes! Vibe was good for all ages.

[@ccburgess3058]

I cannot wait to go on our cruise in Nov! I love Scent Bird! 🥰

[@jaimeferguson1204]

@lalidoloca you should do a poll on what brand has the best 🍕 pizza

[@jilllarue8863]

I like Jo Malone of London great fragrances I like Sea daffodil and basil and neroli is good too

[@raymullen3583]

We were on the LADY over Thanksgiving all most We had talked with agree They needed to step up The Food end ...Sounds as They might have ... Cruise ON !!!

[@rossfortini1856]

FWIW, Tony, we got off Valiant Lady two weeks ago...no egg on the wedge salad. You clearly have pull with the cruise lines! 😁

[@LaLidoLoca]

I am here out changing live for the better I hope. 😂

[@jodietimheitz9066]

Tony, did you go to the Korean BBQ place Gunbae? We loved it in December for my birthday. My favorite dessert was the Affogato with the chocolate gelato in the Italian restaurant. We had a blast onboard!

[@deborahbolton3417]

That bacon I can go for that bacon! But now I know why there’s a workout on that ship cause all that good food. Thanks for sharing the video with us!💕🎉⚓️🛳👍🏼

[@traceymarshall5886]

Yes out of 62 countries i have visited. Virgin voyages is the best holiday i have ever had

[@kathryncashner3294]

I am not a travel agent or in any way affiliated with VV. That said, there is a great sale right now if you boook by 8/31/22 and cruise in 2022. Second passenger is 50% off and there is no single supplement if you are cruising solo. That means you can get a cabin for 2 people for half of the normal charge if you are a solo cruiser. In addition, if you cruise in November "food and beverage month," there is a $300 free bar tab on top of the other special. Unfortunately, the "deals" for 2023 are not on line; I'm waiting for the next one!

[@vickiebalder9262]

Wait till you taste the food on Holland America. In the steak house they have clothes line bacon. OMG you will love it. And all the food at the buffet was top notch.

[@code4forlife]

Hey Tony How is the Food on Discovery Princess in your opinion? We were very impressed with the food on Discovery Princess when we sailed on her this past April.

[@balconiesandbellinistravel4034]

VV food is the best! Tony, if you liked the glazed bacon, go to First Watch. They have Million Dollar Bacon which is the same thing. So good!

[@dolphinsnshells]

That bacon looks similar to what we had on Holland and it was amazing ! When you go on Holland be sure and order the clothesline bacon 🥓 as an appetizer

[@christinamaria8640]

The food looks amazing!! 😋

[@RobMercerMusic]

So you didn't try TEST KITCHEN??? That was the best restaurant on Scarlet Lady. So good I found a way to go twice lol ... Our cruise was only 25% full so I went 2nd night and last night. Absolutely amazing! My 2nd favorite was Pink Agave. Thanks for your review!

[@N1ftyNick]

Wow, Looked so good. thanks for sharing Tony!

[@markjonno91]

Food looks amazing! Can I ask did you feel much motion on this ship like enough to make you seasick?

[@bl4374]

Yes. I am a foodie. I want to go on all the Virgin ships just to eat. I ate off the vegetarian menu most of the cruise. The Test Kitchen vegan track was amazing. All the meat eaters wanted what I had because of the presentation. The social club was good too. I was 'naughty" and had their buffalo wings.

[@richharrington7190]

Were the blistered "beans" actually beans, or shishito peppers... those peppers are delish if prepared correctly.

[@geogent6655]

Thanks Tony!!! Won my hubs taking me out to dinner cuz I guessed both favs right. Bay-kon and Duck tacos, how can one go wrong. Warm thot's to the wonderful amazing Miss Jenny B!!!

[@CasinoKelly]

I also STILL think about that bacon! It is amassing! You need to try the butternut squash ravioli in Razzle Dazzle next time. It's crazy good!

[@JamieStockman]

I could be wrong, but those charred veggies on the side at Razzle Dazzle looked like blistered shishito peppers. Those are quite good!