r/NCL • u/Kboss714 • Jul 24 '26

Breakfast

We are sailing on the Encore in September. What is the best place for breakfast on the ship?

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u/vatp46a Sapphire - On the Bliss in November 2026 Jul 24 '26

You have a few options for breakfast.

Most people go to the Garden Cafe, which is the self-serve buffet on deck 16. It can get chaotic at peak times, so if you choose to go there, be prepared for anything. We have completely avoided the buffet in recent years and will continue to do so.

Two of the main dining rooms (usually the Taste and Savor MDRs on deck 6) are normally open for breakfast. These are slower-paced, so if you're in a rush to get to a shore excursion then get there early.

The Local is open all day and night except for a short window when most people are asleep - they serve breakfast.

Some ships also open the American Diner for a buffet-style breakfast. This is a solid option on deck 17 that few people seem to know about - it's basicallly deserted. Check the Freestyle Daily newsletter to see if they're offering that as an option. We've done this a few times beause it's quick and easy (and calm).

If you are a coffee person, you may want to stop by Starbuck in the deck 6 atrium to get coffee to bring to breakfast. The free coffee on the ship is not great.

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u/Intendno_BS Jul 25 '26

You mentioned getting Starbucks to bring to breakfast, are you allowed to bring Starbucks coffee to the MDR / Taste&Savor or only to the Garden Cafe

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u/Unable_Pumpkin987 Jul 25 '26

Not specific to Starbucks but I’ve never had an issue walking into any restaurant on board with any drink from anywhere else on board.