The Consolidated "Restaurant and bar reviews/recommendations/questions" thread
Oct 4, 2004, 9:13 pm
#16
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Originally Posted by jsmeeker
I thoroughly enjoyed Picasso at the Bellagio.
Aureole was nice too.
Oct 5, 2004, 9:43 am
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I would disagree, respectfully, with DelMonico.
I have had much better steaks at much better prices. My medium rib eye was still mooing when it came to my table. The desserts were also uninspired and I found the room far too noisy for fine dining.
I have had much better steaks at much better prices. My medium rib eye was still mooing when it came to my table. The desserts were also uninspired and I found the room far too noisy for fine dining.
Oct 5, 2004, 3:14 pm
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We really liked Rum Jungle at Mandalay Bay.
For off-strip dining has anyone else tried Viaggio in Henderson? They've got great food and a REALLY nice wine list! (They also have a location in Reno)
For off-strip dining has anyone else tried Viaggio in Henderson? They've got great food and a REALLY nice wine list! (They also have a location in Reno)
Oct 6, 2004, 1:24 am
#21
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Originally Posted by PHLbuddy
I would disagree, respectfully, with DelMonico.
I have had much better steaks at much better prices. My medium rib eye was still mooing when it came to my table. The desserts were also uninspired and I found the room far too noisy for fine dining.
I have had much better steaks at much better prices. My medium rib eye was still mooing when it came to my table. The desserts were also uninspired and I found the room far too noisy for fine dining.
On that note, which steakhouses in Vegas would you recommend?
Oct 6, 2004, 7:33 am
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Originally Posted by Amanjunkie
On that note, which steakhouses in Vegas would you recommend?
I'm not sure I would choose one of the big steakhouses in Vegas. There are so many more offerings these days. I've had very good meals at Mon Ami Gabi (despite very slow service) and Commander's Palace. I also think Bradley Ogden's restaurant is excellent, except for the limited wine list.
Oct 6, 2004, 7:56 am
#23
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I'll have to try those restaurants the next time I'm in town!
With regards to steakhouses, I've heard Charlie Palmer is quite good, the Palm has the name, and Smith & Wollensky is supposedly an experience all onto itself, but have not tried any of these in their Vegas locales. Anyone else have any suggestions/opinions for steak in Las Vegas?
With regards to steakhouses, I've heard Charlie Palmer is quite good, the Palm has the name, and Smith & Wollensky is supposedly an experience all onto itself, but have not tried any of these in their Vegas locales. Anyone else have any suggestions/opinions for steak in Las Vegas?
Oct 6, 2004, 8:12 am
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Well, dining in Vegas is definitely an experience. There are more options than you can shake the proverbial stick at, and we've tried them all over the years. I have a few ideas for nicer places that we enjoy.....
First and foremost I have to recommend Del Frisco's. From the service, to the food, this is by far the best steakhouse I have ever been to - Not to mention the VIP martini's
. Being from Chicago we have some of the best; Morton's, Gibson's, and Ruth's Chris just to name a few. This place goes above and beyond, and I'm sure you'd enjoy it. The steaks are the best I've ever had, the smallest lobster tail available is 18oz, and the trio shrimp appetizer has shrimp that are bigger than most places lobster tails. It's not cheap, but sure to impress...
http://www.delfriscos.com/lasvegas/
Gallagher's at NYNY is another of our favorites. Try the crab legs!!! Two pounds of Alaskan king crab (there's a one pound offering too
), already split for you - UNBELIEVEABLE!!!! Ask for the roasted garlic with your dinner. It's not on the menu, but it's incredible. Top - notch steaks and veal. This place is small, so you'll need reservations. We like to go early and then head to the Piano Bar at times square - Great Fun!!
If a great brunch is something you may be into, try Zefferino in the Venetian - It's excellent and a bit cheaper than Bally's Sterling.
The other's that have been mentioned are great ideas as well; I just wanted to chime in with our faves!! Let us know how you enjoyed it!!
First and foremost I have to recommend Del Frisco's. From the service, to the food, this is by far the best steakhouse I have ever been to - Not to mention the VIP martini's
. Being from Chicago we have some of the best; Morton's, Gibson's, and Ruth's Chris just to name a few. This place goes above and beyond, and I'm sure you'd enjoy it. The steaks are the best I've ever had, the smallest lobster tail available is 18oz, and the trio shrimp appetizer has shrimp that are bigger than most places lobster tails. It's not cheap, but sure to impress... http://www.delfriscos.com/lasvegas/
Gallagher's at NYNY is another of our favorites. Try the crab legs!!! Two pounds of Alaskan king crab (there's a one pound offering too
), already split for you - UNBELIEVEABLE!!!! Ask for the roasted garlic with your dinner. It's not on the menu, but it's incredible. Top - notch steaks and veal. This place is small, so you'll need reservations. We like to go early and then head to the Piano Bar at times square - Great Fun!!If a great brunch is something you may be into, try Zefferino in the Venetian - It's excellent and a bit cheaper than Bally's Sterling.
The other's that have been mentioned are great ideas as well; I just wanted to chime in with our faves!! Let us know how you enjoyed it!!
Oct 6, 2004, 10:33 am
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When dining at Caesars Palace or Bellagio, you can request a master wine list and get access to the complete cellar of the hotel in any restaurant. (This does not include Forum Shops restaurants.)
Craftsteak (MGM) is the best restaurant in Las Vegas as well as the best steakhouse. There is no close second in my book, although there are many other excellent steakhouses in town. The Kobe beef and the vegetable dishes (as well as excellent service, ask for Jodi or Marvin) are what makes Craftsteak rise above.
Bradley Ogden (Caesars) is the best gourmet room. All the Michael Mina restaurants are also excellent although the seating is cramped at Seablue. Nob Hill (MGM) is a real sleeper.
Shintaro (Bellagio) has the best sushi bar of the resorts.
Diego (MGM) is best Southwestern although I haven't been to Mesa Grill, which just opened at Caesars.
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Craftsteak (MGM) is the best restaurant in Las Vegas as well as the best steakhouse. There is no close second in my book, although there are many other excellent steakhouses in town. The Kobe beef and the vegetable dishes (as well as excellent service, ask for Jodi or Marvin) are what makes Craftsteak rise above.
Bradley Ogden (Caesars) is the best gourmet room. All the Michael Mina restaurants are also excellent although the seating is cramped at Seablue. Nob Hill (MGM) is a real sleeper.
Shintaro (Bellagio) has the best sushi bar of the resorts.
Diego (MGM) is best Southwestern although I haven't been to Mesa Grill, which just opened at Caesars.
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Oct 9, 2004, 3:22 am
#26
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Sounds like the MGM is a great place for dining! Have walked past it a few times, but have not visited the "new" MGM at all (not since before the big fire in the 80's). Might need to pay a visit the next time I'm in town!
BTW, does everyone agree that the best restaurants in Vegas are in the hotels? Any non-hotel restaurant that might be worth checking out?
BTW, does everyone agree that the best restaurants in Vegas are in the hotels? Any non-hotel restaurant that might be worth checking out?
Oct 10, 2004, 2:18 pm
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Rosemary's
I would agree that the best restaurants in Vegas are probably in the hotels on the strip (Picasso, Prime, Renoir, Craftsteak, Nobu, Ogden's, all the Mina restaurants, etc), but one place off the strip ($20 cab ride) is Rosemary's.
Locally owned and run by a husband/wife team that have trained under Emeril and other great chefs, Rosemary's is every bit as good as a restaurant on the strip but MUCH more reasonable. Prix Fixe runs $40, and on sunday nights, most bottles of wine are half price. Service is excellent and attentive because it is a small place, and I think we were one of the few out-of-towners eating there that night.
I think they recenly opened one up in the Rio, but I'm not sure. The one that is off the strip is WAY out Sahara Ave. Our cab driver got lost trying to find it.
www.rosemarysrestaurant.com
Locally owned and run by a husband/wife team that have trained under Emeril and other great chefs, Rosemary's is every bit as good as a restaurant on the strip but MUCH more reasonable. Prix Fixe runs $40, and on sunday nights, most bottles of wine are half price. Service is excellent and attentive because it is a small place, and I think we were one of the few out-of-towners eating there that night.
I think they recenly opened one up in the Rio, but I'm not sure. The one that is off the strip is WAY out Sahara Ave. Our cab driver got lost trying to find it.
www.rosemarysrestaurant.com
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Oct 11, 2004, 6:01 pm
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Rosemary's continues to be the best restaurant in Las Vegas. Unfortunately, the Rio location has been closed for awhile - the Rio crowd just wasn't into that fine cuisine. Run by a husband & wife team who are charming & incredible cooks. Well worth the taxi ride & I believe on Sundays, all wines are 1/2 price.
Oct 13, 2004, 1:33 am
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Two restaurants I DON'T recommend that are frequently mentioned are Prime and Aureole. Both are overpriced and suffer from lackluster service (I have been to Prime four times and never had good service). Go to Craftsteak or Bradley Ogden instead.
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