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With all the panache of an Asian royal palace, this fine-dining restaurant serves some of the choicest Chinese food on the Strip. Chefs present contemporary French-inspired cuisine that blends the Cantonese, Shanghai, and Sichuan traditions. The decadent imperial Peking duck dinner, carved table-side, is a showstopper, but don't overlook options that could include fried prawns with candied walnuts and a kalamansi-honey sauce, garlic beef tenderloin with black-pepper sauce, or the amazing Three Cup Sea Bass with ginger-soy reduction. Vegetarian options are available.
3131 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89109, USA
Known For
- Fine Chinese food
- Peking duck
- Elegant atmosphere
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch
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Chef Bobby Flay scored another hoped-for hot spot at Caesars Palace with his replacement for the popular Mesa Grill. With a menu emphasizing seafood (thanks to Flay's visits to Italy's Amalfi Coast), the new restaurant encourages diners to visit a "market" section near the back, where they can choose a whole fish and one of three ways to prepare it. A "knowledgeable fishmonger" is on hand to answer the diners' questions, right down to where the fish comes from and how long it's been sitting. One thing to note: this is Flay's first foray into an Italian restaurant concept.
3570 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89109, USA
Known For
- Fish sold by weight (which can get expensive quickly)
- Some meat options for nonseafood lovers
- Italian-inspired cocktails
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch
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This offshoot of Joe Vicari's numerous restaurants in the Detroit area is right at home in the loosely Detroit-theme D Las Vegas. The menu is evenly split between steak-house classics and Italian-American favorites. There's atmosphere aplenty; customers enter through a long, arched brick passage to emerge into a candlelit room staffed by tux-clad waiters. And the food matches the elegant aura, with such starters as a rich lobster bisque with butter-poached lobster, or banana peppers with house-made sausage; entrées include a half-dozen steaks along with Italian pastas and fish, chicken, and veal dishes.
301 Fremont St., Las Vegas, Nevada, 89101, USA
Known For
- Elegant, subdued atmosphere
- Steaks aged 30 days
- Polished, dignified service
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch
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Anima means “soul,” and the unique fusion of Italian and Spanish cuisine found at this upscale eatery certainly has it. The boldness of the menu is mirrored by the eye-popping octopus mural that adorns a dining room wall and a charcuterie bar positioned in the front of the house. In the The Gramercy apartment complex, Anima is the latest creation from the team behind the acclaimed EDO Gastro Tapas & Wine in Chinatown, and some favorites originating there can be found at Anima, including the "Bikini" (a pressed ham and cheese sandwich). A delectably eclectic tasting menu underscores the restaurant’s pan-global approach, from squid ink spaghettini to Hawaiian tuna sashimi. Entrees include vegan mushroom risotto as well as the the must-try braised short ribs, served with semolina gnocchi, maitake mushrooms, and black pepper sauce. There’s also a spirited selection of spirits, from a deep wine list with an emphasis on Italian and Spanish offerings to an extensive array of amaro varieties to try.
9205 W Russell Rd., Las Vegas, Nevada, 89148, USA
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- Eclectic, Italian-Spanish fusion cuisine
- Charcuterie bar
- Chic decor
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Anthony's is the M Resort's version of the steak house that's de rigueur in every casino. The atmosphere is sleek and sophisticated, with the feel, food, and service of a Strip spot without the steep Strip prices. Start with the Signature Oysters Rockefeller and they'll arrive on a bed of rock salt strewn with aromatics, and follow it with a dry- or wet-aged steak. During happy hour in the bar from 5 to 6 pm daily, certain appetizers are buy one, get one free.
12300 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89044, USA
Known For
- Dry- or wet-aged steaks
- Oysters Rockefeller
- Quiet elegance
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch
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Fans of Thai food flock here for spot-on exceptional chow with few surprises—just expertly prepared curries, tom yum soups, fish cakes, and pad Thais. In particular, the shrimp "ginger ginger ginger" (or you can choose it with meat or tofu) has drawn raves; yes, it really is that gingery. Locals rank Archi's among the best Thai restaurants in town. Reasonably priced three-course lunch specials are served from 11 am to 3 pm weekdays. This original location has been a locals' favorite for more than 20 years, but there are three other branches at 6345 S. Rainbow Boulevard, 9350 W. Sahara Avenue, and a fast-casual spot at 9310 S. Eastern Avenue.
6360 W. Flamingo Rd., Las Vegas, Nevada, 89103, USA
Known For
- Carefully executed Thai classics
- Thai iced tea
- Lovely interiors
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Caesars Palace completely revamped its buffet experience with the Bacchanal Buffet. It's a culinary extravaganza of more than 250 menu items daily, plus nine chef-attended action stations and the support of 10 kitchens, with an emphasis on seasonality. Made-to-order sushi, baked-to-order soufflés, pizza made in a wood-burning oven, and individual portions of dishes that are served in steam tables elsewhere are consumed in three distinct dining areas with glass, wood, and steel decor themes.
3580 Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, Nevada, 89109, USA
Known For
- Many made-to-order specialties
- Huge selection of more than 250 dishes
- Dining-room atmosphere
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James Beard Award–winning chef Shawn McClain has long had a presence on the Strip, but he ventured north for this restaurant that draws high energy from the live-action kitchen and pasta-making window. The menu is studded with familiar dishes with creative twists, like the antipasti of beets with agrodolce, grapefruit, and toasted hazelnuts, and lamb tartare with pickled eggplant and preserved lemon. A wood fire is employed for the likes of sea bream with lemon and capers, and pork Delmonico with black garlic and pickled radicchio; pizzas and pastas round things out. A four-course tasting menu—reasonably priced compared to most on the Strip—is served family-style.
2535 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89109, USA
Known For
- James Beard chef Shawn McClain
- Classic dishes with updated twists
- Live-action kitchen and pasta-making window
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch
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This casual restaurant from James Beard–nominated chef Nicole Brisson offers a panoply of tapas-inspired dishes from around the world in a slightly funky, highly energetic atmosphere. Bring a friend or four and share dishes such as roasted beets with charred oranges, local arugula salad with goat-cheese-stuffed peppers, or seafood paella. There also are cheese and salumi boards, pizzas, and sandwiches.
3000 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89109, USA
Known For
- Nicole Brisson's take on tapas
- Multicultural menu
- Fun, energetic atmosphere
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues.–Wed. No lunch
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Michael Mina’s stunning Belle Époque dark-wood-and-glass wonder on the mezzanine level of ARIA has, as you might expect, a decidedly French accent, and old-world glory shines in dishes such as oeufs mimosa (caviar deviled eggs), duck à l'orange salad (with duck confit and sauce remoulade), and black cod bouillabaisse. At brunch, which runs from 9 am to 2 pm, Friday through Sunday, you can indulge in brioche French toast with vanilla bean mascarpone and almond brittle, or the pastry selection that includes canelé de Bordeaux and kouign-amann. Happy hour is from 5 to 7 pm daily, accompanied by cocktails like French 75 and Le Peche Mode.
3730 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89158, USA
Known For
- Foie gras parfait
- Parisian gnocchi
- Dayboat scallops
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.–Wed. No lunch
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With tufted leather banquettes and dark lighting, Bavette's, inside Park MGM, offers a much stronger dose of Gallic flair than the typical Las Vegas steak house. The restaurant offers a full complement of popular steak cuts ranging from bone-in rib eye to fillet, as well as baked crab cakes, oysters on the half shell, and a small vegan menu. The peppered duck and goat cheese terrine is a starter you'll be dreaming about for months. The bar pours strong cocktails in a classic style and curates an international wine list. In the back, a speakeasy-style lounge provides an exclusive experience to eat and drink.
3770 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89109, USA
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- French flair
- Stiff cocktails and lively bar scene
- Classic steak-and-seafood preparations
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Chocolate—dark, white, and milk—flows from a tall glass fountain at the entrance of this stunning pastry shop just off the Bellagio's famed conservatory. This artful homage to chocolate has decadent desserts, including cakes, cookies, macarons, gelato, hand-dipped chocolate candies, and particularly memorable crepes (try the one filled with caramel sauce, caramel candy pearls, and whipped cream), as well as salads and sandwiches (Parmesan crisp grilled cheese!). Seating is limited. It's open late, until 11 pm daily.
3600 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89109, USA
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- Three-tier chocolate fountain
- Indulgent pastries and chocolates
- Amusing seasonal sculptures
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Famous Los Angeles chef Roy Choi debuted in Las Vegas with this lively concept inside Park MGM serving Korean BBQ as well as a panoply of favorites from Choi's Koreatown experience. While a DJ spins tunes at a turntable in the corner, the meal starts with a sampling of banchan: tiny dishes that include kimchi, broccoli, cucumbers, spinach, and more. From there, try the slippery shrimp, the kimchi fried rice, the kogi short rib tacos, and the pork belly hot pot. Service is family style, meant for sharing. Before you leave, be sure to peruse the shelves at the working convenience store out front.
3770 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89109, USA
Known For
- Working convenience store out front
- All-you-can eat option
- Family-style dishes made for sharing
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch
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What warms the blood more swiftly at this down-home hang: the fresh-from-the-oven biscuits or the 80-plus varieties of bourbon? Find out at this unique addition to the ongoing refurbishment of the Water Street District in downtown Henderson, where you will find drinks served in Mason jars and a menu of smoked meats, from pulled pork to apple-brined chicken, in big portions. The biscuits are served à la carte with your choice of flavored butters, honeys, and jams. (You can't go wrong with the classic buttermilk biscuits topped with apple cider caramel butter, clover honey, and mango habanero jam.) The room is small, with a rustic-yet-modern, wood-grained decor. (Those with truly formidable stomach capacities can take on the "All In," which pairs three-quarters-of-a-pound servings of three meats with an equal number of large sides.) Brunchers would do well to indulge in the fried chicken waffle, as good a reason for getting up early on the weekends as any.
109 S. Water St., Las Vegas, Nevada, 8015, USA
Known For
- Gourmet biscuits served with a variety of flavored butters, honey, and jams
- A wide selection of 80-plus bourbons
- Mouthwatering smoked meats
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If you're looking for a type of place where the waitress calls you "honey," this locals' favorite has an old-fashioned, family-owned vibe. The food is better than the chain places, serving up hearty Mexican specialties, fruit-topped pancakes and waffles, and senior specials. Blueberry Hill has four locations, two of them near each other on the East Side a couple of miles apart on Flamingo Road. Both are open 24 hours.
1505 E. Flamingo Rd., Las Vegas, Nevada, 89119, USA
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- Varied breakfast specialties
- Most meals available all day
- Casual, diner-esque atmosphere
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This pan-Asian spot from a brother-and-sister team from California's Sonoma County is a lively, colorful, and contemporary anchor for the renovated and expanded Palace Station. Boathouse covers the gamut from small plates to large-format seafood, such as whole live lobster and whole live crab, as well as sushi, rolls, crispy crab wontons, and hard-to-find foods like abalone. There are blackboard specials and a daily happy hour from 4 to 6 pm in the bar area.
2411 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas, Nevada, 89102, USA
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- Iron pot salmon
- Whole striped bass and branzino, steamed or fried
- Lots of colorful art
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Since Bobby Flay has always been known for his grilling skills, a burger place just seems like a natural choice. But these aren't just any burgers; order Bobby's Crunchburger, and you'll find it piled with potato chips for the signature sound. There are salads and kids' meals, too, as well as thick shakes and even beer and wine. Breakfast is served from 7 to 11 am daily. Also at Caesars Palace on the Center Strip and Harrah's on the North Strip.
3655 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89109, USA
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- Signature Crunchburger
- Thick spiked milk shakes
- Family-friendly menu
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Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger are the popular, green-minded chefs who created this cheery, sophisticated outpost of their now-closed Santa Monica restaurant. Service is snappy, and you'd be hard-pressed to find a tastier margarita in town—particularly the blood orange and chili-citrus versions. Starters include green-corn tamales, three citrusy ceviches, and house-made guacamole, and grilled sustainable fish and hormone-free meats, such as skirt steak and short ribs, make healthful, flavorful fillings for tacos and tortillas. For dinner, opt for dishes such as jamon Serrano pollo relleno, seafood molcajete, or portabello mushroom mulitas with black beans and roasted peppers. The all-you-can-eat weekend brunch, served from 10 to 3, features creative small plates, such as horchata French toast, diablo chicken with a churro waffle, and cajeta churros with cinnamon and raspberry sauce.
3950 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89119, USA
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- Urban Mexican cuisine
- Fun, flavored margaritas
- Patio overlooking Mandalay Bay Beach
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One of the more recent entries in the Viva Italiano! culinary scene, the Milan-inspired restaurant at Grand Canal Shoppes is a creation sitting right on The Venetian's replica of St. Mark's Square. Taking its name from the Brera neighborhood of Milan, the menu focuses on Milanese favorites. Try these mouth-waterers: squash blossoms, braised pork shank, lamp chops, calamari, branzino, pizzas, and pastas; there also are vegan selections. Top it off with premium Italian wines and cocktails for an experience that aims to be thoroughly and authentically northern Italian. A tasting menu augments the à la carte choices at lunch, and there's a prix-fixe pre-theater menu. During Apertivo Hour from 3 to 5 pm daily, pizzas, cocktails, beers, and wines by the glass are half-off.
3355 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89109, USA
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- Open to St. Mark's Square
- Nice Italian wine list
- Good pizza
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The Flamingo's newest restaurant honors its founders, notorious mobsters Bugsy Siegel and Meyer Lansky, in a fun way, with a “hidden” entry that looks like a bakery. Inside, you’ll find decor that evokes the 1940s and a classic steakhouse menu: crab cakes, beef tartare, lobster bisque, and onion soup are among the starters, and the menu of wet and dry-aged steaks is augmented by seafood, lamb chops, and short ribs. As for cocktails, the “unique old fashioned experience” lets you choose your liquor, citrus, syrup, and bitters. The tucked-away, speakeasy-style Count Room has its own menu of vintage cocktails.
3555 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, Nevada, 89109, USA
Known For
- Speakeasy bar The Count Room
- Good cocktails
- Classic steak house fare
