I think one of the best pros of the Local/OSheans is the ease of eating there. I believe many cruisers just do not remember or even know they serve breakfast. I can usually get in and out rather quickly and I don't have to hover over others waiting for a table to open up in the buffet area.
Hi Belinda 👋 Thanks for the comment. I couldn't agree more. My usual cruise boarding day looks something like drop bags, and get the heck to O'Sheehan's / The Local. It really truly is my comfy / cozy place on board.
Hi Andy 👋 Hooray for you first ever cruise! 🥳 Very exciting!! I know you'll have a wonderful time. The Joy looks like a super ship, I haven't had a a chance to sail on her just yet. Where will you be visiting on your cruise?
I was just on Norwegian in Asia the first two weeks of january. We did oscheans almost every morning for breakfast because it was made fresh and hot compared to the buffet and much quicker than the dining rooms. Your spot on with the order of things you like and did not like the French toast was definitely my favorite.
Hi Mark 👋 Thanks for you comment. I’m glad to hear we’re on the same page with our favourites. I just think OSheehans is such a nice cozy place to spend time ☺️ Where did you visit while you were in Asia (still on my list!!)?
We never eat at the buffet one of the many things we love about Norwegian. The fruit salad is great! I hope the bring the round hash browns back. The Taste and Savor have great eggs benedict. Oatmeal on a cruise….would never consider it. LOL
Definitely NOT leaving yolks out. Yolks have so many good nutrients and fats. Wonder if you can get peanut butter for the oatmeal. Simple fix to thicken and add good protein and fat. I'd bring a scoop of peanut butter protein powder/pbfit powder to do the thickening.
"Definitely NOT leaving yolks out. Yolks have so many good nutrients and fats." *Absolutely* agree! 💯👍 I wanted to but wasn't going to comment on his sharing about his dietary restriction with eggs [because this is a cruise info channel rather than a dietary/nutritional channel] ... yet I am glad that you did. 😊 More contemporary studies have proven that high blood cholesterol is NOT contributed by eating eggs or even saturated fats (there are other more complex mechanism that are contributing factors). Egg is a very nutrient-dense super-food *by virtue of its yolk* ... without it, the egg [white] is just a bunch of protein. 🤷
Thanks Grant for this insight. Wife and I have booked an Alaska trip the second week of October onboard the Bliss. Your video's are extremely helpful, given that this is our FIRST cruise. We've watched all your video's. Thank you for the content. Aloha from Honolulu Hawai'i
Awwww thank you so much! This was the nicest thing that I read today and it really made me feel grateful 🫶 I know that you'll have a wonderful cruise. Which ship will you be sailing on?
Hi Lisa 👋 Thank you so much for the kind words (and from the high seas no less)! I'm so happy to hear when people share that the videos helped them make a decision and plan a great cruise! One of my best friends is on the Spirit too, along with Javi and Ana who are supremely talented illusionists and friends! @norwegiancruiseline
Hi Greg 👋 Thanks for the comment! I really do love so many things on the O'Sheehan's / The Local menu. Hoping this video is well received as I've got lots more to share about onboard menus!
Oh my, loooove NCL Gem! Although older and smaller, it's a beautiful ship (love the pastel colour scheme on the top outside decks!) And although she doesn't have the big water slides and fun-adventurous hoopla like the ones on the newer and bigger ships, I still had a wonderful experience on her ... I love, love, love the separate open/outdoor buffet at the back of the ship (the 'Great Outdoors') ... enjoyed my breakfast there every morning! I imagine you enjoyed the ship as much as I did! 😊
GREAT video!!! Going on my first ever NCL cruise and this gets me very excited. Love the concept and ability of getting breakfast at O'Sheehan's. I'm sure this will be my favorite spot!
Hi there 👋 So sorry for the delay in responding. I'm so glad that the videos are helping. Yay for your first NCL cruise! I know you'll have an amazing time. Are there any stops that you're most excited to visit?
@@CruisewithGrant the PANAMA CANAL! This cruise is 32-nights from Tampa to Alaska ending in Vancouver, with several stops I've never been to like Cabo San Lucas and Acapulco, plus a couple of other old favorites like San Francisco and LA. Very much looking forward to the 10+ days of Alaska too!
Hi Peggy 👋 I hope you had a great cruise on the Jewel. The Jewel class ships are still my favourites. I love the fruit salad (as you may have noticed 😉)
I think eating their at 5am for breakfast works well for early risers so you have plenty of time to digest before going on excursions or to the gym early. The gym is to make room for all the delicious food you will be eating so you don't disembark weighing 500lbs.
Grant I love your channel! Breakfast is my favorite meal so I’m going to make lots of notes while watching this. This fall we are taking NCL’s Hawaii cruise on the Pride of America, and I think their 24-hour restaurant is the Cadillac Diner.
Just got off the Prima and found the help yourself breakfast in the Indulge Food Hall was fantastic! Hardly crowded at all, unlike the very crowded buffet, breakfast was wonderful! The Local was a bit small and hidden on the Prima so we only went once for a late night order of wings (which were delicious) 😊
Hi Larry 👋 Thanks for your comment. I'm glad that the tip is helpful! Having to get creative these days to try to keep my cholesterol down; thankfully there are lots of pretty good substitutes
I love NCLs selection of teas, my favorite is the Chai, although hard to find. Totally agree, the oatmeal is watery, even in the buffet! I prefer it thicker. And my favorite breakfast on ship is an omelette. Thank you for all your good tips👍
Hi Diane 👋 A fellow tea drinker! 🙌 Thanks for sharing your pick! If you can have the Chair with steamed / scalded milk you're in for a serious treat (they will do this if you ask real nicely). You are most welcome for the tips! I'm so glad that they're helpful! Have a beautiful day!!
I was on Norwegian Sky in June of 2022 I was very disappointed with the local they were closed for breakfast and lunch even though it was a sold-out ship they opened at 6 p.m. and they closed at 2 a.m. not 24 hours no lunch no breakfast very disappointed
I love some good brioche French toast it is probably the only reason I actually bake brioche bread lol. I'm glad you mentioned the bit about oatmeal. I like it a lot but I am very particular about how I eat it and so watery would not make me happy. I'm in the final countdown for my cruise in April and getting more excited by the day. Great video as always Grant
Hi Justus 👋 Wow you're fancy! We should all be treated to your breakfast extravaganza! I'm so excited for your cruise (just around the corner now!) I hope that you're having a beautiful day!!
Hey Grant! I'm an omelet girl, and love to have them made with whites only, so thanks for that. I do like corned beef hash, but it needs to be made from scratch and not from the stuff in a can. That didn't look very appetizing to me, so I'm sure I will skip it. Like you, I prefer the thicker oatmeal, so I will more than likely pass on it as well. Thanks as always for the great tips and tricks!
Hi Lee Anne 👋 I have an egg whites and and oatmeal buddy! Hooray! 🥳 Sounds like we'd enjoy the same kinda breakfast 😊 Thanks as always for the kind words!
Hi Tracy 👋 I was searching for your question because it just so happens that by accident they served me decaf tea the other night. So I’m happy to be able to answer your question (I thought of you right away!) They serve it in the restaurants but I also saw it in the buffet. Hope this helps! ☺️
Thanks Grant! Love your videos, much appreciated! Have you ever sailed on the Star? Have a cruise in May around Ireland and there are barely any videos about the Star on CZcams....maybe I need to make some 😂
Hi Grant, I'm enjoying your videos. My family and I will be taking our first cruise ever on the NCL Bliss. I have a "duh" question, Are you able to take food back to your room to enjoy on the balcony?
Hi Naenae 👋 No silly questions! So the official answer is "no", but in practice they won't stop you from taking food back to your room from the buffet. They may give you a little bit more hassle takin food from the specialty dining / dining rooms, but a little charm goes a long way 😉 Yay for your first every cruise!! I know you'll have a great time. Where are you headed?
I tend to prefer my meals at the buffer (I've always love buffets even on land--loooove those all-you-can-eat buffets 😋) ... and I've often bring food (mostly desserts) and beverages back to my cabin with no problem and no one looked at me funny. Nevertheless, I can understand why bringing back Specialty Restaurant food would be "flown upon", but I guess if you can't finish your entrée and want to take the leftover away as a "doggie bag" or may be even take away a dessert, I see no reason why it's not "kosher" ... but then this I hadn't tried. If you did [try], then please share your experience. 🙏 BTW, my experience was only on NCL ships ... don't know about other cruise lines.
I’m going in 3 weeks on the Bliss to Alaska. I was planning on MDR for eggs Benedict (my favorite) for any mornings that are at sea and room service for any mornings with an early excursion, but now I wanna figure out a time to try the Local’s breakfast at least once. Looks good and relaxed! I love that there are seats at the Local that overlook the atrium for people watching.
Hi there 👋 you should definitely check out all of the options, they all have something different and yummy to offer. Perhaps I'll even make a video about MDR breakfast too! 😉 I also love the people watching!
Are you allowed to take leftovers back to your room? Like say for example you wanted to get an extra bagel to take with you on an excursion, is that possible?
Hi there 👋 Thanks for the comment. The official answer is no, the staff are not supposed to let folks take food way; but the practical answer is that they will often look the other way. I sometimes will bring small tupperware or zip lock bags to take a snack for longer excursions that don't include a meal. Hope this is helpful!
@@CruisewithGrant It is very helpful! Thank you :) I'll be on the Breakaway in August going on my very first cruise ever, so very I'm excited! Your channel has definitely helped me with all the info about NCL!
Heard some NCL ships bars do not offer straws with any drinks. Do you know if the Bliss currently offers straws with any drinks? Asking as some ppl say to pack straws.
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I think one of the best pros of the Local/OSheans is the ease of eating there. I believe many cruisers just do not remember or even know they serve breakfast. I can usually get in and out rather quickly and I don't have to hover over others waiting for a table to open up in the buffet area.
Hi Belinda 👋 Thanks for the comment. I couldn't agree more. My usual cruise boarding day looks something like drop bags, and get the heck to O'Sheehan's / The Local. It really truly is my comfy / cozy place on board.
Thanks so much for the tips! I’ll be a first-time cruiser this Saturday, April 1st on the Norwegian Joy ❤
Hi Andy 👋 Hooray for you first ever cruise! 🥳 Very exciting!! I know you'll have a wonderful time. The Joy looks like a super ship, I haven't had a a chance to sail on her just yet. Where will you be visiting on your cruise?
@@CruisewithGrant Hi Grant! Western Caribbean: Miami, Honduras, Cozumel Mexico, Belize, Great StirrupCay Bahamas.. 😍
I LOVE O'Sheean's. We ate there more often than in the main dining room, and definitely for breakfast.
Hi Phyllis 👋 I think we might be kindred spirits #teamosheehans 🙌 Now I have to ask what your favourite thing is on the menu?
I was just on Norwegian in Asia the first two weeks of january. We did oscheans almost every morning for breakfast because it was made fresh and hot compared to the buffet and much quicker than the dining rooms. Your spot on with the order of things you like and did not like the French toast was definitely my favorite.
Hi Mark 👋 Thanks for you comment. I’m glad to hear we’re on the same page with our favourites. I just think OSheehans is such a nice cozy place to spend time ☺️ Where did you visit while you were in Asia (still on my list!!)?
We never eat at the buffet one of the many things we love about Norwegian. The fruit salad is great! I hope the bring the round hash browns back. The Taste and Savor have great eggs benedict. Oatmeal on a cruise….would never consider it. LOL
Definitely NOT leaving yolks out. Yolks have so many good nutrients and fats.
Wonder if you can get peanut butter for the oatmeal. Simple fix to thicken and add good protein and fat. I'd bring a scoop of peanut butter protein powder/pbfit powder to do the thickening.
I've never tried peanut butter in my oatmeal. I love both, so I'll have to give it a try. Thanks!
"Definitely NOT leaving yolks out. Yolks have so many good nutrients and fats."
*Absolutely* agree! 💯👍
I wanted to but wasn't going to comment on his sharing about his dietary restriction with eggs [because this is a cruise info channel rather than a dietary/nutritional channel] ... yet I am glad that you did. 😊
More contemporary studies have proven that high blood cholesterol is NOT contributed by eating eggs or even saturated fats (there are other more complex mechanism that are contributing factors). Egg is a very nutrient-dense super-food *by virtue of its yolk* ... without it, the egg [white] is just a bunch of protein. 🤷
Thanks Grant for this insight. Wife and I have booked an Alaska trip the second week of October onboard the Bliss. Your video's are extremely helpful, given that this is our FIRST cruise.
We've watched all your video's. Thank you for the content. Aloha from Honolulu Hawai'i
Awwww thank you so much! This was the nicest thing that I read today and it really made me feel grateful 🫶 I know that you'll have a wonderful cruise. Which ship will you be sailing on?
How exciting! I'll see you there😊
Hi grant I’m on the Norwegian spirit on my way to Tahiti right now I chose Norwegian because of you’re amazing blogs thank you xx
Hi Lisa 👋 Thank you so much for the kind words (and from the high seas no less)! I'm so happy to hear when people share that the videos helped them make a decision and plan a great cruise! One of my best friends is on the Spirit too, along with Javi and Ana who are supremely talented illusionists and friends!
@norwegiancruiseline
My husband and I love O Sheehans , we love to sit at the bar have a drink and have a huge basket of yummy French fries 🍟
Hi Wendy 👋 I agree, grabbing a late night (or mid afternoon haha) basket of fries is just too tempting, but delish!
Thanks Grant. Can't wait for our NCL Gem cruise end of April to the Mediterranean. Great eats and their open 24-7. Had their food.
Hi Greg 👋 Thanks for the comment! I really do love so many things on the O'Sheehan's / The Local menu. Hoping this video is well received as I've got lots more to share about onboard menus!
Oh my, loooove NCL Gem! Although older and smaller, it's a beautiful ship (love the pastel colour scheme on the top outside decks!) And although she doesn't have the big water slides and fun-adventurous hoopla like the ones on the newer and bigger ships, I still had a wonderful experience on her ... I love, love, love the separate open/outdoor buffet at the back of the ship (the 'Great Outdoors') ... enjoyed my breakfast there every morning!
I imagine you enjoyed the ship as much as I did! 😊
GREAT video!!! Going on my first ever NCL cruise and this gets me very excited. Love the concept and ability of getting breakfast at O'Sheehan's. I'm sure this will be my favorite spot!
Hi there 👋 So sorry for the delay in responding. I'm so glad that the videos are helping. Yay for your first NCL cruise! I know you'll have an amazing time. Are there any stops that you're most excited to visit?
@@CruisewithGrant the PANAMA CANAL! This cruise is 32-nights from Tampa to Alaska ending in Vancouver, with several stops I've never been to like Cabo San Lucas and Acapulco, plus a couple of other old favorites like San Francisco and LA. Very much looking forward to the 10+ days of Alaska too!
Loved the Local on the Joy. Fast and also great after a night of bars and the Social.
HI Brian 👋 Yay for #teamthelocal
Enjoyed breakfast at O Seehans x2 on the Jewel last week. Had the fruit salad both times!
Hi Peggy 👋 I hope you had a great cruise on the Jewel. The Jewel class ships are still my favourites. I love the fruit salad (as you may have noticed 😉)
I hate soupy oatmeal so that was great to know about. Will also look out for the lemon ginger tea!
Hi Kate 👋 Haha, I'm glad I'm not the only one who feels this way about oatmeal. The ginger tea is truly the best!! 🫖
I think eating their at 5am for breakfast works well for early risers so you have plenty of time to digest before going on excursions or to the gym early. The gym is to make room for all the delicious food you will be eating so you don't disembark weighing 500lbs.
Grant I love your channel! Breakfast is my favorite meal so I’m going to make lots of notes while watching this. This fall we are taking NCL’s Hawaii cruise on the Pride of America, and I think their 24-hour restaurant is the Cadillac Diner.
Just got off the Prima and found the help yourself breakfast in the Indulge Food Hall was fantastic! Hardly crowded at all, unlike the very crowded buffet, breakfast was wonderful! The Local was a bit small and hidden on the Prima so we only went once for a late night order of wings (which were delicious) 😊
Thank you for this info. Will definitely try when we sail the April 30th.
Thank you! We sail on the Prima in June and have an early morning excursion. Grab and go breakfast will come in handy!
Good tip about swapping for egg whites.
Hi Larry 👋 Thanks for your comment. I'm glad that the tip is helpful! Having to get creative these days to try to keep my cholesterol down; thankfully there are lots of pretty good substitutes
I love NCLs selection of teas, my favorite is the Chai, although hard to find. Totally agree, the oatmeal is watery, even in the buffet! I prefer it thicker. And my favorite breakfast on ship is an omelette. Thank you for all your good tips👍
Hi Diane 👋 A fellow tea drinker! 🙌 Thanks for sharing your pick! If you can have the Chair with steamed / scalded milk you're in for a serious treat (they will do this if you ask real nicely). You are most welcome for the tips! I'm so glad that they're helpful! Have a beautiful day!!
On the Pearl in 10 days! Will definitely hit O’Sheans for breakfast!
Hi Susan 👋 Your cruise is coming up so soon! Have a wonderful time. I really enjoyed the Pearl when I sailed on her in 2018. Enjoy!
Did you like the ship Pearl ?
Great video! Next cruise is April on the Prima and I am sure we will check out breakfast at each of the venues.
Hi Charlie 👋 You're going on the Prima, lucky you! I hope you have a wonderful time. Where will you be sailing?
I was on Norwegian Sky in June of 2022 I was very disappointed with the local they were closed for breakfast and lunch even though it was a sold-out ship they opened at 6 p.m. and they closed at 2 a.m. not 24 hours no lunch no breakfast very disappointed
My fave breakfast spot, and I thought is was a bit of a secret😼
Hi Maggie 👋 Sorry if I spoiled our secret, too good not to share haha I hope that you're having an amazing day!
Love the information you provide, but maybe not so many spinning photos and videos. Love the information though.❤
Hi Michelle 👋 Thanks for the comment! I appreciate the feedback and am trying out some different ideas for transitions so please stay tuned.
I love breakfasts. Favorite meal of the day. Thanks for the info!
Hi Brian 👋 So happy to share! I hope you're having a super day!
Was looking forward to the standard corned beef hash. Thanks for the heads up!
Great video as always Grant!!!
Thanks Scott 🙌
I hated the corned beef hash. Totally agree.
I love some good brioche French toast it is probably the only reason I actually bake brioche bread lol. I'm glad you mentioned the bit about oatmeal. I like it a lot but I am very particular about how I eat it and so watery would not make me happy. I'm in the final countdown for my cruise in April and getting more excited by the day. Great video as always Grant
Hi Justus 👋 Wow you're fancy! We should all be treated to your breakfast extravaganza! I'm so excited for your cruise (just around the corner now!) I hope that you're having a beautiful day!!
@Cruise with Grant thanks Grant! And your welcome to some homemade French toast anytime haha
I'm curious if anyone else CANNOT do sweet things for breakfast? It's good to see Norwegian have a good balance of savoury and sweet.
I'm going to say I loved the pancakes at o,shehans it was hot not like the ones in the buffet but I miss the hash browns they were my favorite
On the Sun they did not open the Local until 5 pm every day do no breakfast for me😢 well great breakfast in dining room instead🎉
Hey Grant! I'm an omelet girl, and love to have them made with whites only, so thanks for that. I do like corned beef hash, but it needs to be made from scratch and not from the stuff in a can. That didn't look very appetizing to me, so I'm sure I will skip it. Like you, I prefer the thicker oatmeal, so I will more than likely pass on it as well. Thanks as always for the great tips and tricks!
Hi Lee Anne 👋 I have an egg whites and and oatmeal buddy! Hooray! 🥳 Sounds like we'd enjoy the same kinda breakfast 😊 Thanks as always for the kind words!
Lee Anne - I loved the corned beef hash in the Local. It is made from scratch - I ordered it with over easy eggs and put them on top.
Thanks for the tips Grant!
Hi Eric 👋 You're most welcome!! Hope you're having an amazing day!
Hi Grant, have you heard if the Getaway will be refurbished in 2024?
Breakfast was one of the weakest of the meals I ate. I am cruising NCL in June. I didn’t know Osheen’s served breakfast! 😮
Great tips, thank you
Hi Rick 👋 You're very welcome!
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Hi 2 Speed 👋 I've learned something new today! Thanks for sharing! Hope you're having a great day!
Great tips!
Hi Lela 👋 Thank you so much! Working on the next video should be out there soon!
Grant, do you happen to remember if they have decaf tea anywhere on the ship? Greatly appreciate your help!
Hi Tracy 👋 I was searching for your question because it just so happens that by accident they served me decaf tea the other night. So I’m happy to be able to answer your question (I thought of you right away!) They serve it in the restaurants but I also saw it in the buffet. Hope this helps! ☺️
Thanks Grant! Love your videos, much appreciated! Have you ever sailed on the Star? Have a cruise in May around Ireland and there are barely any videos about the Star on CZcams....maybe I need to make some 😂
Hi Grant, I'm enjoying your videos. My family and I will be taking our first cruise ever on the NCL Bliss. I have a "duh" question, Are you able to take food back to your room to enjoy on the balcony?
Hi Naenae 👋 No silly questions! So the official answer is "no", but in practice they won't stop you from taking food back to your room from the buffet. They may give you a little bit more hassle takin food from the specialty dining / dining rooms, but a little charm goes a long way 😉 Yay for your first every cruise!! I know you'll have a great time. Where are you headed?
I tend to prefer my meals at the buffer (I've always love buffets even on land--loooove those all-you-can-eat buffets 😋) ... and I've often bring food (mostly desserts) and beverages back to my cabin with no problem and no one looked at me funny.
Nevertheless, I can understand why bringing back Specialty Restaurant food would be "flown upon", but I guess if you can't finish your entrée and want to take the leftover away as a "doggie bag" or may be even take away a dessert, I see no reason why it's not "kosher" ... but then this I hadn't tried. If you did [try], then please share your experience. 🙏
BTW, my experience was only on NCL ships ... don't know about other cruise lines.
I’m going in 3 weeks on the Bliss to Alaska. I was planning on MDR for eggs Benedict (my favorite) for any mornings that are at sea and room service for any mornings with an early excursion, but now I wanna figure out a time to try the Local’s breakfast at least once. Looks good and relaxed! I love that there are seats at the Local that overlook the atrium for people watching.
Hi there 👋 you should definitely check out all of the options, they all have something different and yummy to offer. Perhaps I'll even make a video about MDR breakfast too! 😉 I also love the people watching!
Do they do latte, cappuccino or decent coffee ?
I would get a second opinion about the egg yolks. They are one of the most nutritious food.
Are you allowed to take leftovers back to your room? Like say for example you wanted to get an extra bagel to take with you on an excursion, is that possible?
Hi there 👋 Thanks for the comment. The official answer is no, the staff are not supposed to let folks take food way; but the practical answer is that they will often look the other way. I sometimes will bring small tupperware or zip lock bags to take a snack for longer excursions that don't include a meal. Hope this is helpful!
@@CruisewithGrant It is very helpful! Thank you :) I'll be on the Breakaway in August going on my very first cruise ever, so very I'm excited! Your channel has definitely helped me with all the info about NCL!
I would. I’ve paid for it
Thx U Grant .. appreciate ur time .. ❤
Hi Darlene 👋 You're so welcome! 🫶
Are alcoholic beverages offered at breakfast?
Hi CJ 👋 Sure can, anything goes on vacation! 🍹
Oatmeal should be thick enough to stand on.
It's been a few years since I've cruised with NCL, but last time O'Sheehan's only offered soft drinks late.
It all sounds dreadful to me except for the fruit. I think I’ll try the main dining room or the buffet instead for breakfast!
The sausages are very hit and miss.
Heard some NCL ships bars do not offer straws with any drinks. Do you know if the Bliss currently offers straws with any drinks? Asking as some ppl say to pack straws.
Why would you need straws ?
4:45 That "brioche bun" looks strangely like a pretzel roll...
I really wish NCL would not allow passangers to show up for breakfast wearing pajamas.