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Emirates Economy Class Food Review

Emirates economy class dining from Melbourne to Singapore.

We liked…

Large meal portions with proper cutlery and quality food

Attentive and hospitable cabin crew

We didn’t like…

Nothing to dislike!

Overall

Emirates is renowned for great inflight service.

On my recent journey from Melbourne to Singapore, I experienced their economy class offerings firsthand.

Here’s a look at the service, from boarding to inflight meals.

INTRODUCTION

On a recent trip from Melbourne to Singapore, Emirates offered competitive one-way airfares priced at USD $240. As one of the most popular airlines searched on this website, it was about time to try them out.

ON THE GROUND

Flight EK 405 departed Melbourne at 18:55 with only 80 passengers booked in economy, allowing plenty of room to stretch out and relax.

As one of the first to board, I managed to snap a few photos of the cabin.

The crew noticed me taking pictures and, instead of telling me to put my phone away, asked if I wanted a selfie. Their openness and hospitality set a positive tone for the flight.

On the ground, the cabin crew distributed inflight menus, landing cards, and kids’ packs.

Here’s a look at the inflight menu choices for this flight:

INFLIGHT

Forty minutes after takeoff, the crew delivered special meals and the pre-order champagne service, a paid perk in economy class.

About fifty minutes after takeoff, the meal service began. I opted for the chicken over the beef option.

I was impressed with the large meal tray, proper cutlery, and the portion size of the main meal, as most economy class meals tend to be shrinking.

The honey soy chicken with jasmine rice and steamed vegetables was delicious.

The grain salad with smoked salmon added a healthy touch, and the date and coconut slice with raspberry sauce was irresistible.

With only eighty passengers on board, the crew efficiently collected meal trays about 20 minutes later, followed by tea and coffee service.

What stood out the most was the crew’s attention to detail. Many crew members knelt to passenger level when responding to call button requests, and water and juice were offered to passengers every 40 to 45 minutes.

This consistent cabin presence was commendable compared to other airlines, where crew visibility can be sporadic on longer flights.

About 1 hour and 45 minutes before landing in Singapore, the second meal service commenced with special meals delivered first.

Fifteen minutes later, I received a chicken sandwich, a muffin, and some water.

The crew also offered a range of drinks from the cart.

Having enjoyed a substantial meal earlier, I found the second meal snack offering satisfying.

The service was efficiently delivered, with all contents neatly arranged in a small plastic tray, likely reusable by the airline.

CONCLUSION

My Emirates economy class experience was highly enjoyable. I appreciated the large meal portions, the variety of drinks offered, and the overall comfort of the flight.

The crew’s attentiveness and consistent service made for a delightfully comfortable journey from Melbourne to Singapore.

If given the opportunity, I would gladly fly with Emirates again.