Wes, the only tables I don't care for in CR on Voyager or any of the ships for that matter, are the ones in the middle of the room. Too noisy!
I agree with Larry about the outside tables in Veranda for either breakfast or lunch! I don't think they have as many tables out there as the Mariner does.
On Ngaire's group cruises, we have often met up in the Observation Lounge before dinner. For some reason, on B2B the back end of Horizons outside seemed to be a gathering spot after dinner, bright lights and all!