Fodor's Expert Review Julian Serrano Tapas

Chef Julian Serrano—renowned for Picasso at Bellagio—chose to honor his homeland's tapas and paella traditions at his eponymous restaurant in ARIA. Tapas include classics as well as those with Serrano's special touch. Look for head-on shrimp with smoked paprika oil, mushroom duxelle-stuffed piquillo peppers, brava potatoes with spicy tomato sauce, and dates stuffed with goat cheese, apple puree, and bacon. There's a selection of canned fish imported from Spain, four ceviches, five paellas, cheese and charcuterie plates, soups, and salads. During lunch on weekends, seats on the edge of the "patio" that face the hotel registration desk and the casino are great spots from which to people-watch.