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Best Restaurants in Las Vegas

The best restaurants in Las Vegas, from Joel Robuchon and celebrity-chef tables to legendary buffets, steakhouses, rooftop views, romantic date spots, and buzzy new openings by neighborhood.

Finding the best restaurants in Las Vegas means embracing a city that treats dining as pure spectacle and serious craft in equal measure.

In a single day you can graze a mountainous buffet spread for brunch, chase it with a hushed, multi-course tasting menu at night, and end at a 24-hour diner for a shrimp cocktail at 3 a.m.

Las Vegas built its food identity by importing the world's most famous chefs to the Strip, then quietly growing a local scene of its own in Chinatown and the Arts District that locals guard fiercely.

At a glance

The top pick in each category, at a glance.

CategoryOur pick
Best overallJoël RobuchonReserve
By CuisineJavier'sReserve
Fine Dining & Michelin-Starred RestaurantsJoël RobuchonReserve
Most Romantic RestaurantsEiffel Tower RestaurantReserve
Rooftop & View RestaurantsTop of the World at The STRATReserve
Vegetarian & Vegan RestaurantsCrossroads KitchenReserve
Buffets & Iconic Las Vegas EatsBacchanal BuffetReserve
New & Trendy Restaurant OpeningsEsther's KitchenReserve

Top Picks

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📍 MGM Grand

Joël Robuchon

French haute cuisine$$$$· Special occasion

The late Joël Robuchon's flagship remains the pinnacle of fine dining in Las Vegas, holding three Michelin stars and set inside a plush, art-deco mansion of a dining room. The grand tasting menu unfolds over many courses of precise, luxurious French cooking, from caviar and langoustine to the legendary pommes purée. Service is formal, gracious, and impeccably choreographed, and the bread cart alone is worth the visit. If you want to understand why the Strip competes with the world's great capitals of gastronomy, this is the essential splurge.

What to order: Grand tasting menu

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📍 Bellagio

Picasso

French Mediterranean$$$$· Romantic & refined

Chef Julian Serrano's Michelin-starred room is quite literally an art gallery, hung with original Picasso paintings and opening onto the Bellagio fountains. The French cooking carries a Spanish accent, moving from sautéed foie gras to roasted lamb with elegant, seasonal precision. A patio table timed to the water show is one of the most romantic seats in the city. It is a benchmark for special-occasion dining and a reminder of the ambition that put the Strip on the culinary map.

What to order: Sautéed foie gras

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📍 The Cosmopolitan

é by José Andrés

Avant-garde Spanish$$$$· Intimate counter

Hidden inside Jaleo, é is an intimate counter of just a handful of seats where José Andrés's team stages one of the most inventive tasting menus in America. Expect a playful, avant-garde tour of Spanish flavor, from liquid olives to whimsical foams and single-bite constructions delivered with theater and wit. Bookings vanish the moment they open, so plan far ahead. Small, personal, and genuinely groundbreaking, it captures the creative energy that makes modern Vegas dining exciting.

What to order: Ever-changing tasting menu

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📍 Sahara Las Vegas

Bazaar Meat by José Andrés

Steakhouse$$$$· Glamorous & festive

A carnivore's playground, Bazaar Meat celebrates live-fire cooking with a whole roasted suckling pig, dry-aged cuts, and theatrical tableside preparations. José Andrés's signature whimsy runs through the menu too, in cotton-candy foie gras and liquid nitrogen tricks that keep the mood festive. The room is loud, glamorous, and built for a celebration. It is a bold, share-friendly splurge that pairs serious cooking with genuine showmanship.

What to order: Whole roasted suckling pig

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📍 Aria

Carbone

Italian-American$$$$· Retro supper club

The Las Vegas outpost of the Major Food Group phenomenon delivers Italian-American nostalgia turned up to full volume. Tuxedoed captains prepare Caesar salad and carve veal parmesan tableside, and the spicy rigatoni vodka has become a rite of passage. The room hums with vintage supper-club glamour and a soundtrack to match. Reservations are notoriously tough, but few tables in the city are as reliably fun for a big, indulgent night out.

What to order: Spicy rigatoni vodka

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📍 The Venetian

Estiatorio Milos

Greek seafood$$$$· Bright & coastal

Costas Spiliadis's Greek seafood temple flies in whole fish daily and displays them on ice for guests to choose by the pound, grilled simply with olive oil, lemon, and herbs. The Milos special, a tower of paper-thin fried zucchini and eggplant with saganaki cheese, is a must to start. Bright, airy, and Aegean in spirit, it feels like a coastal escape on the Strip. For pristine seafood and Mediterranean simplicity, it is among the very best in town.

What to order: Whole grilled fish

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📍 Wynn Las Vegas

Wing Lei

Cantonese$$$$· Opulent & polished

Wing Lei was the first Chinese restaurant in North America to earn a Michelin star, and it still dazzles with refined Cantonese cooking in a gilded, gold-and-crystal dining room. The Peking duck, carved tableside, is a signature worth ordering ahead, and the dim sum and wok dishes are executed with rare polish. Service is smooth and unhurried, ideal for a celebratory dinner. It remains a defining example of luxury Chinese dining on the Strip.

What to order: Peking duck

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📍 East Las Vegas

Lotus of Siam

Northern Thai$$$· Humble & beloved

Chef Saipin Chutima's James Beard Award-winning restaurant is the reason food lovers venture off the Strip, celebrated for fiery Northern Thai and Isaan cooking rarely found in the United States. The khao soi, crispy rice salad, and garlic prawns are legendary, and the German-leaning wine list is a famously well-kept secret. The setting is humble, but the flavors are anything but. It is a genuine pilgrimage and proof that the best meal in Vegas may be far from the neon.

What to order: Khao soi

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📍 Chinatown

Raku

Japanese izakaya$$$· Intimate & late-night

Chef Mitsuo Endo's tiny izakaya on Spring Mountain Road is a chef's-favorite institution, where charcoal-grilled robata skewers and house-made tofu draw serious diners late into the night. The menu is deep and rewards exploration, from agedashi tofu to Kobe beef and delicate grilled vegetables. Seats are scarce and reservations essential in the cramped, convivial room. It anchors the Chinatown corridor that has become the city's true dining heartbeat.

What to order: Charcoal robata skewers

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📍 Arts District

Esther's Kitchen

Italian$$$· Buzzy & rustic

Chef James Trees's rustic Italian spot is the beating heart of the Arts District's dining renaissance, known for handmade pasta, wood-fired dishes, and exceptional house bread. The menu changes with the seasons, but the sourdough and a rotating cast of noodles are constants worth the trip downtown. Warm, buzzy, and unpretentious, it draws locals as much as visitors. It is a must for anyone exploring Las Vegas beyond the resorts.

What to order: Handmade pasta

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📍 Arts District

Partage

French$$$$· Serene tasting menu

A serene, ambitious French tasting-menu destination in the Arts District, Partage offers elegant, produce-driven cooking that rivals anything on the Strip at a gentler pace. Chef Yuri Szarzewski composes delicate, seasonal courses with quiet precision, and the intimate room and thoughtful wine pairings make it a favorite for special occasions off the beaten path. Service is warm and genuinely personal. It shows how far the city's independent fine-dining scene has come.

What to order: Seasonal tasting menu

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📍 Chinatown

EDO Gastro Tapas & Wine

Spanish tapas$$$· Cozy & convivial

Tucked into a strip mall on Spring Mountain, EDO turns out some of the most exciting Spanish small plates in the city, from perfect tortilla española to secreto ibérico and inventive daily specials. The share-friendly format and deep, well-chosen wine list encourage lingering and grazing. It is cozy, chef-driven, and beloved by locals in the know. For serious cooking without the resort price tag, it is one of the best tables in town.

What to order: Secreto ibérico

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📍 Off-Strip

Golden Steer Steakhouse

Steakhouse$$$$· Old-Vegas classic

Open since 1958, the Golden Steer is the oldest steakhouse in Las Vegas and a red-leather time capsule of Rat Pack glamour, complete with booths named for Sinatra and his crew. The classic menu leans into tableside Caesar salad, bone-in cuts, and bananas Foster flambéed at your table. It is pure old-Vegas theater, dim and clubby and gloriously unchanged. For a taste of the city's history alongside a proper steak, nothing else compares.

What to order: Bone-in steak

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📍 The Venetian

Bouchon

French bistro$$$· Relaxed & classic

Thomas Keller's French bistro brings Parisian comfort to the Venetian, with a raw bar of pristine oysters, roast chicken, steak frites, and a famously excellent weekend brunch. The zinc bar and tiled dining room feel transported from Lyon, and the pastries and quiche are done with Keller-level care. It is polished yet relaxed, ideal for a leisurely late morning or an unfussy dinner. Reliable and charming, it remains a Strip favorite for classic bistro fare.

What to order: Steak frites

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📍 The Strip

Peppermill Fireside Lounge

American diner$$· Retro & kitschy

A gloriously preserved 1972 relic, the Peppermill pairs a neon-lit diner with a sunken Fireside Lounge built around a flaming water pit. Come for enormous portions of pancakes and sandwiches, or settle into the plush booths for a towering, boozy Scorpion cocktail. More experience than meal, it is retro Vegas kitsch at its most beloved. Bring an appetite and a sense of fun for one of the city's most charming time capsules.

What to order: Oversized breakfast platters

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📍 The Cosmopolitan

Secret Pizza

Pizza$· Hidden & casual

Down an unmarked, record-lined hallway on the third floor of the Cosmopolitan, Secret Pizza serves New York-style slices to a line of hungry night owls. The thin, foldable pizza is the perfect late-night or between-tables fuel, cheap and satisfying amid all the resort excess. Finding it is half the fun, and the no-frills counter keeps things quick. It is the easiest, most affordable rite of passage on the Strip.

What to order: New York slice

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📍 Aria

Din Tai Fung

Taiwanese$$· Family-friendly

The Las Vegas branch of the world-famous Taiwanese chain draws long waits for its impossibly delicate xiao long bao, folded with eighteen precise pleats and filled with hot, savory broth. Beyond the soup dumplings, the noodles, greens, and pork buns are consistently excellent and family-friendly. Watching the dumpling makers work behind glass is part of the appeal. Affordable, dependable, and genuinely crave-worthy, it is a welcome break from Strip prices.

What to order: Xiao long bao

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📍 The Venetian

Yardbird Southern Table & Bar

Southern$$$· Lively & hearty

Yardbird brings soulful Southern comfort to the Strip, anchored by a twenty-seven-hour brined and marinated fried chicken served with cheddar waffles and hot honey. The menu runs through shrimp and grits, deviled eggs, and a fresh watermelon salad, all in a lively, farmhouse-chic room. Weekend brunch and the bourbon-heavy bar keep the energy high. It is a hearty, crowd-pleasing choice for groups craving big flavors without the tasting-menu formality.

What to order: Fried chicken and waffles

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Best Restaurants in Las Vegas by Cuisine

Las Vegas rewards anyone willing to leave the Strip, because the real depth of its dining lives in the neighborhoods, above all the Chinatown corridor along Spring Mountain Road.

The best restaurants in Las Vegas by cuisine range from celebrity-chef rooms inside the casinos to family-run taquerias, izakayas, and pho shops that draw locals and chefs alike.

Whether you want Northern Thai khao soi, Tijuana-style adobada tacos, apple-wood Peking duck, or robata-grilled skewers, the city delivers authenticity across every price point.

This roundup spans the culinary map, from longtime institutions to modern reinventions, so you can plan a week of eating that circles the globe without ever driving far.

  • Javier's

    Regional Mexican $$$

    Set inside Aria, Javier's serves upscale regional Mexican in a dramatic room anchored by an intricately hand-carved wooden altarpiece. The kitchen turns out polished takes on Baja and mainland classics, from tableside guacamole to grilled seafood and slow-cooked meats. It is a benchmark for treating Mexican cooking as fine dining on the Strip, backed by a serious tequila and margarita program.

    What to order: Guacamole; carne asada; margaritas

    Reserve

  • Tacos El Gordo

    Mexican $

    A Tijuana-style institution with locations on the Strip and East Charleston, El Gordo grills adobada on the trompo and serves it on hot tortillas with simple, punchy salsas. The mulitas, sesos, and lengua tacos reward the adventurous, and the assembly-line counter moves fast late into the night. It is essential for understanding Las Vegas taco culture beyond a sit-down room.

    What to order: Adobada tacos; mulitas

    Reserve

  • District One

    Vietnamese $

    A Chinatown favorite on Spring Mountain Road known for its lobster pho and wok-tossed garlic noodles. The broths are fragrant and generous, the portions large, and the surrounding strip offers banh mi, bubble tea, and Asian grocers to explore. It anchors one of the city's best stretches for Vietnamese and Southeast Asian eating.

    What to order: Lobster pho; garlic noodles

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  • Lotus of Siam

    Northern Thai $$

    Chef Saipin Chutima's Northern Thai landmark is arguably the most celebrated restaurant off the Strip, honored repeatedly for its regional dishes. Come for khao soi, nam khao tod, and crispy duck, backed by one of the country's deepest Riesling lists to match the heat. It is destination eating and a rite of passage for visiting food lovers.

    What to order: Khao soi; nam khao tod; crispy duck

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  • Raku

    Japanese $$$

    Chef Mitsuo Endo's tiny Chinatown izakaya built its reputation on charcoal robata grilling and house-made tofu. The menu spans delicate skewers, agedashi tofu, and small plates meant for slow grazing, and it has long been a late-night refuge for the city's own chefs. Reservations are essential at this beloved neighborhood standout.

    What to order: Robata skewers; house-made tofu

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  • Casa Don Juan

    Mexican $$

    A family-run downtown institution near the Arts District serving hearty, homestyle Mexican since the 1990s. Expect generous plates of enchiladas, chile relleno, and molcajete piled with grilled meats, all in a warm, unfussy room. It is comfort cooking that locals return to for celebrations and weeknight dinners alike.

    What to order: Enchiladas; chile relleno; molcajete

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  • Mint Indian Bistro

    North Indian $$

    An off-Strip favorite on East Flamingo delivering North Indian curries, tandoori specialties, and a popular lunch buffet at fair value. Look for butter chicken, biryani, and buttery naan, with a strong lineup of vegetarian thalis that showcase the cuisine's range. It is a reliable, spice-forward pick away from the casino crowds.

    What to order: Butter chicken; biryani; naan

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  • China Poblano

    Chinese-Mexican $$$

    Jose Andres's playful Chinese-Mexican mashup at The Cosmopolitan sets dumplings and hand-pulled noodles alongside tacos and salsas on one menu. The result is inventive and precise, celebrating two great street-food traditions under a single roof. It reflects the Strip's talent for cross-cultural cooking rooted in genuine technique.

    What to order: Dumplings; noodles; tacos

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  • Elia Authentic Greek Taverna

    Greek $$

    A family-run southwest-valley taverna serving wood-grilled meats, mezze, and flaming saganaki with warm hospitality. Bright and generous, it brings taverna energy to a strip-mall setting, making it a strong choice for group dining and shared plates. It is a local go-to for octopus, lamb chops, and classic Hellenic comfort.

    What to order: Saganaki; lamb chops; mezze

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  • Mott 32

    Cantonese $$$$

    This lavish Cantonese room at The Venetian is famous for its apple-wood-roasted Peking duck, which must be ordered in advance and carved to order. The menu spans refined dim sum, seafood, and signature barbecue in a theatrical, design-forward space. It is a special-occasion anchor for the city's high-end Chinese dining.

    What to order: Apple-wood Peking duck

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Best Fine Dining & Michelin-Starred Restaurants in Las Vegas

Las Vegas has quietly become one of America's great fine-dining destinations, drawing the world's most decorated chefs to open lavish outposts along the Strip.

Though the Michelin Guide no longer publishes a Las Vegas edition, the city's dining rooms are stocked with chefs who hold stars elsewhere, from Parisian legends to avant-garde innovators.

The best fine dining in Las Vegas ranges from opulent French degustation temples to intimate tasting counters and contemporary American showpieces, many with sweeping views of the Bellagio fountains or the neon skyline.

Expect multi-course menus, deep wine lists, and thoughtful pairings. These are the rooms for milestone celebrations and once-in-a-trip splurges. Book weeks ahead, dress the part, and let the kitchen lead; the city's top tables reward diners who surrender to the experience.

  • Joël Robuchon

    French $$$$

    The Strip's most celebrated French tasting-menu temple, tucked inside the MGM Grand. The late Joël Robuchon's flagship dazzles with an opulent mansion-like dining room, a legendary bread cart, and a multi-course degustation of impeccable classic French cooking. It is the ultimate Las Vegas special-occasion splurge and a bucket-list experience for serious food lovers.

    What to order: Degustation menu; La Truffe

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  • Guy Savoy

    French $$$$

    The only U.S. outpost of the Parisian master, perched within Caesars Palace with views over Roman columns. The cooking is precise and luxurious, with signature courses like the artichoke and black truffle soup and colors of caviar. Impeccable service makes it a landmark for milestone celebrations.

    What to order: Artichoke and black truffle soup; colors of caviar

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  • Picasso

    French-Mediterranean $$$$

    Bellagio's fine-dining showpiece, where chef Julian Serrano's French-Mediterranean cooking is served amid genuine Picasso paintings and a terrace overlooking the fountains. Refined, artful, and romantic, it is a perennial favorite for anniversaries and once-in-a-trip dinners.

    What to order: Sauteed foie gras; fountain-view tasting menu

    Reserve

  • é by José Andrés

    Avant-garde Spanish $$$$

    An intimate, hard-to-book counter hidden inside Jaleo at the Cosmopolitan, seating just a handful of guests for an avant-garde Spanish tasting menu of playful spherifications and liquid-nitrogen theater. It is one of the city's most exciting and inventive fine-dining experiences.

    What to order: Avant-garde tasting menu; liquid olives

    Reserve

  • Twist by Pierre Gagnaire

    Modern French $$$$

    The famed French chef's only U.S. restaurant, high in the Waldorf Astoria with sweeping Strip views. Gagnaire's inventive, artfully plated tasting menus pair modern technique with a serene, elegant room, offering polish over spectacle.

    What to order: Multi-course French tasting menu

    Reserve

  • L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon

    French $$$$

    The more relaxed counter-seating sibling beside the flagship at MGM Grand, where diners watch chefs plate luxurious small plates at a sleek red-and-black bar. It delivers Robuchon's refined French cooking with a livelier, more accessible energy.

    What to order: La Truffe; French small plates

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  • Wing Lei

    Cantonese $$$$

    Wynn's opulent Cantonese fine-dining room, famous as the first Chinese restaurant in North America to earn a Michelin star. Gilded decor, elegant service, and a signature Peking duck presentation make it a distinctive luxury experience.

    What to order: Wing Lei Peking duck

    Reserve

  • Le Cirque

    French $$$$

    A jewel-box French restaurant under a whimsical silk-tented ceiling at Bellagio, overlooking the lake and its dancing fountains. The menu balances classic and modern French cooking, making it a refined and romantic choice for celebrations.

    What to order: Tasting menu; fountain views

    Reserve

  • Sage

    Contemporary American $$$

    Shawn McClain's contemporary American room at Aria pairs art-deco flair with an acclaimed craft-cocktail program. Seasonal, precise, and beautifully composed, it is a dependable choice for a refined dinner without a full tasting-menu commitment.

    What to order: Foie gras custard brulee; kusshi oysters

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  • CUT by Wolfgang Puck

    Steakhouse $$$$

    Wolfgang Puck's sleek modern steakhouse in the Palazzo, prized for its prime and Wagyu beef and a polished, buzzy dining room. It is a top choice for a luxe steak dinner with serious wine and standout service.

    What to order: Wagyu steak; bone-marrow flan

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  • Bardot Brasserie

    French Brasserie $$$

    Michael Mina's elegant Parisian brasserie at Aria, beloved for its lavish weekend brunch and classic French fare in a handsome Belle Epoque room. Refined yet welcoming, it is ideal for celebrations that lean bistro over tasting menu.

    What to order: French onion soup; foie gras parfait

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Most Romantic Restaurants in Las Vegas

For date nights, anniversaries, and proposals, the most romantic restaurants in Las Vegas pair dramatic views and gracious service with food worth lingering over.

The city offers everything from candlelit French rooms and clubby steakhouses to fountain-side patios and revolving towers high above the Strip.

Romance here is less about stiff formality and more about atmosphere: a moody bar, a shared bottle of wine, and a room that makes time slow down. Whether you want Strip glamour or a tucked-away booth in an old Vegas classic, these picks set the mood.

Reserve ahead, request a quiet corner or a fountain-view table if you can, and plan a leisurely, unhurried evening.

  • Eiffel Tower Restaurant

    French $$$$

    Perched partway up the half-scale Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas, this classic French room looks straight out over the Bellagio fountains. Low lighting, tableside touches, and a sweeping Strip view make dinner feel like an occasion. Time your reservation to catch the water show.

    What to order: French classics; fountain-view seating

    Reserve

  • Top of the World

    Continental $$$$

    Slowly revolving more than 800 feet above the city atop The STRAT, this dining room delivers a 360-degree panorama that is hard to beat for a special night. Continental plates and a strong wine list pair with dazzling views. Book at sunset for the full effect.

    What to order: Prime cuts and seafood; revolving skyline view

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  • Picasso

    French-Mediterranean $$$$

    Julian Serrano's fine-dining room at Bellagio surrounds you with original Picasso paintings and opens onto the fountain lagoon. French-Mediterranean tasting menus, plush seating, and impeccable service make it one of the city's most refined date destinations.

    What to order: Tasting menu; fountain-side patio

    Reserve

  • Sinatra

    Italian $$$$

    A warm, elegant tribute to Ol' Blue Eyes at Encore, with Rat Pack memorabilia and a plush, intimate dining room. Refined Italian cooking and a great wine list make it a classic, unhurried romantic evening on the Strip.

    What to order: Ossobuco alla Sinatra; handmade pasta

    Reserve

  • Mon Ami Gabi

    French Bistro $$$

    A charming French bistro at Paris Las Vegas with a coveted patio right on the Strip, facing the Bellagio fountains. Steak frites, onion soup, and easygoing service make it a comfortable, affordable date without pretension.

    What to order: Steak frites; fountain-facing patio

    Reserve

  • Lago by Julian Serrano

    Italian $$$

    An airy, modern Italian room at Bellagio built around small plates and a wall of windows onto the fountain lake. Share a spread of pastas and seafood at a candlelit table and settle in for the water show. A relaxed-but-refined pick.

    What to order: Italian small plates; lakeside view

    Reserve

  • Costa di Mare

    Italian Seafood $$$$

    Wynn's coastal Italian seafood room feels like a Mediterranean garden, with a private lagoon patio for warm evenings. Whole fish sold by the pound and pristine crudo, paired with soft lighting, make for a lush, romantic special occasion.

    What to order: Whole fish by the pound; crudo

    Reserve

  • Le Cirque

    French $$$$

    An intimate, jewel-box French room at Bellagio draped in silk with fountain views through the windows. Elegant tasting menus, an exceptional wine cellar, and polished service make this a longtime favorite for anniversaries and proposals.

    What to order: French tasting menu; wine cellar

    Reserve

  • Golden Steer Steakhouse

    Steakhouse $$$

    A slice of old Vegas off the Strip, open since 1958 and once beloved by Sinatra and the Rat Pack. Red leather booths, dim lighting, and tableside Caesar and bananas Foster give couples a clubby, timeless steak dinner full of character.

    What to order: Dry-aged steaks; tableside bananas Foster

    Reserve

  • Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse

    Steakhouse $$$

    A handsome, clubby steakhouse at the Golden Nugget downtown, well suited to a celebratory night away from the Strip crowds. Prime cuts, a great martini, and warm, attentive service make for a relaxed, timeless evening together.

    What to order: Prime steaks; seafood tower

    Reserve

Best Rooftop & View Restaurants in Las Vegas

Few cities reward dining with a view like Las Vegas, where the Strip's neon towers, the surrounding mountains, and the desert sunsets create dramatic backdrops after dark and at golden hour.

The best rooftop and view restaurants in Las Vegas range from sky-high lounges atop resort towers to fountain-facing dining rooms and downtown terraces perfect for cocktails.

Spring and fall are peak season, when patios are comfortable before summer's extreme heat, so rooftops fill quickly and reservations become essential. Many focus as much on the setting and drinks as the food, so calibrate expectations accordingly.

Whether you want a revolving room 100 floors up or a laid-back terrace over Fremont Street, these spots deliver Las Vegas's most photogenic dining.

  • Top of the World at The STRAT

    American $$$$

    Perched 106 floors above the north Strip, this revolving restaurant completes a full rotation roughly every 80 minutes for sweeping 360-degree views of the Boulevard and the valley. Come for continental fare and cocktails as the city lights spread out below.

    What to order: Revolving 360-degree views

    Reserve

  • Eiffel Tower Restaurant at Paris Las Vegas

    French $$$$

    Set high in the half-scale Eiffel Tower replica, this French dining room looks directly across Las Vegas Boulevard at the Bellagio fountains. Time your reservation for a show as the water leaps to music beneath the skyline.

    What to order: Fountain views; French classics

    Reserve

  • Skyfall Lounge at Delano

    American $$$

    On the top floor of Delano at Mandalay Bay, Skyfall pairs floor-to-ceiling windows with sweeping views south down the Strip and across the desert valley. It is a stylish sunset spot for cocktails and shareable bites.

    What to order: Cocktails; Strip views

    Reserve

  • Rivea

    Mediterranean $$$$

    Alain Ducasse's Riviera-inspired room sits high in Delano with panoramic Strip and mountain views through wraparound glass. The Provencal and Italian menu makes it far more than a view-only destination.

    What to order: Riviera plates; skyline views

    Reserve

  • Legacy Club at Circa

    Steakhouse $$$$

    Atop Circa downtown, this rooftop steakhouse and lounge sits 60 floors above Fremont Street with brass detailing and open-air terraces. The vantage over the old Strip and surrounding mountains is among downtown's best.

    What to order: Steaks; downtown views

    Reserve

  • Foundation Room at Mandalay Bay

    American $$$

    High atop Mandalay Bay, this ornate club and restaurant offers dramatic Strip and valley views alongside American fare. The outdoor terrace makes it a memorable perch for cocktails at dusk.

    What to order: Cocktails; Strip panoramas

    Reserve

  • Alexxa's at The Palazzo

    American $$$

    A Strip-facing balcony restaurant at The Palazzo serving globally inspired plates and a popular bottomless brunch. The open-air seating overlooks Las Vegas Boulevard, making it a lively daytime perch.

    What to order: Brunch; Strip-side patio

    Reserve

  • VooDoo Steak at Rio

    Steakhouse $$$

    On the 50th floor of the Rio just off the Strip, VooDoo Steak looks back toward the skyline through tall windows, with a wraparound rooftop above. The vantage across to the Boulevard is especially striking after dark.

    What to order: Steaks; skyline views

    Reserve

  • Apex Social Club at Palms

    American $$$

    A rooftop lounge atop the Palms tower with unobstructed Strip views and a sleek indoor-outdoor layout. It is a scene-driven spot for cocktails and small bites high above the valley.

    What to order: Cocktails; rooftop Strip views

    Reserve

  • Commonwealth

    American $$

    A vintage-styled bar in the Fremont East district with a rooftop patio overlooking downtown's neon. The cocktail-focused menu and open-air terrace make it an atmospheric warm-weather stop away from the Strip.

    What to order: Cocktails; downtown rooftop

    Reserve

Best Vegetarian & Vegan Restaurants in Las Vegas

Las Vegas's plant-based scene has grown from a niche into a genuine strength, with dedicated vegetarian and vegan restaurants alongside omnivore kitchens that treat vegetables as headliners.

The best vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Las Vegas span casual downtown cafes, refined Strip dining rooms, and globally inspired spots serving everything from vegan soul food to plant-based Chinese, Mexican, and Indian.

Many of the city's cooks lean on the produce-forward creativity that thrives away from the buffets, so vegetable dishes here are anything but an afterthought.

Whether you are fully vegan, vegetarian, or simply eating lighter, these picks prove that meat-free dining in Las Vegas can be creative, satisfying, and celebratory rather than restrictive.

  • Crossroads Kitchen

    Vegetable-forward $$$

    Tal Ronnen's upscale plant-based restaurant at Resorts World brings polished, vegetable-driven cooking to the Strip. With refined plates and a serious cocktail program, it demonstrates how far Las Vegas's meat-free dining has come, appealing to vegans and omnivores alike.

    What to order: Elevated vegan plates; wood-fired vegetables

    Reserve

  • Violette's Vegan

    Vegan Cafe $

    An organic vegan cafe serving bowls, wraps, smoothies, and fresh-pressed juices in a bright, casual setting near Boca Park. Welcoming and health-minded, it is a reliable everyday stop for satisfying plant-based versions of familiar favorites.

    What to order: Grain bowls; smoothies and juices

    Reserve

  • Chef Kenny's Vegan Dim Sum & BBQ

    Vegan Chinese $

    A vegan Chinese restaurant on Spring Mountain Road serving mock-meat dim sum, roast plates, and noodle dishes. Its dedicated approach to plant-based Cantonese cooking has earned a loyal following in the heart of Chinatown.

    What to order: Vegan dim sum; mock-meat BBQ

    Reserve

  • VegeNation

    Plant-based $$

    A pioneering plant-based restaurant in the Fremont East district serving globally inspired street food and comfort classics. A downtown institution since the city's early vegan days, it remains a beloved go-to for hearty meat-free meals.

    What to order: Global plant-based street food

    Reserve

  • The Modern Vegan

    Vegan $$

    A vegan spot serving creative plant-based comfort food and weekend brunch. Inventive burgers, loaded plates, and a warm vibe make it a strong choice for those seeking hearty, flavorful meat-free meals.

    What to order: Plant-based comfort food; brunch

    Reserve

  • Mint Indian Bistro

    Indian $$

    A Chinatown Indian restaurant with an excellent range of vegetarian dishes, from dosa and curries to a generous thali. The spiced lentils, paneer, and vegetable preparations make it a naturally plant-friendly dining experience.

    What to order: Vegetarian thali; dosa and curries

    Reserve

  • Tacotarian

    Vegan Mexican $$

    An all-vegan Mexican spot beloved for its plant-based tacos, from carne asada to al pastor, plus margaritas and a lively room. Casual, friendly, and rooted in Chinatown, it offers craveable meat-free comfort food.

    What to order: Vegan tacos; margaritas

    Reserve

  • Simply Pure

    Vegan Soul $$

    A vegan soul-food and comfort spot at the Downtown Container Park led by Chef Stacey Dougan. Its plant-based takes on hearty classics and its downtown location make it a meaningful stop beyond the usual neighborhoods.

    What to order: Plant-based soul-food classics

    Reserve

  • Truth & Tonic

    Vegan Cafe $$

    A wellness-focused cafe at Resorts World serving plant-based bowls, toasts, smoothies, and tonics. Its clean, produce-driven menu and calm setting make it a comfortable, reliable meat-free destination on the Strip.

    What to order: Plant-based bowls; smoothies

    Reserve

  • Esther's Kitchen

    Italian $$

    While not exclusively vegetarian, James Trees's Arts District Italian restaurant offers standout vegetable-forward dishes worth seeking out. Its produce-driven cooking and house-made pasta make it a great option for flexitarians dining with meat-eaters.

    What to order: Vegetable-forward plates; pasta

    Reserve

Best Buffets & Iconic Las Vegas Eats

You cannot claim to know the best restaurants in Las Vegas without understanding the city's signature dining rituals: the sprawling all-you-can-eat buffet, the famous shrimp cocktail, the loss-leader steak special, and the round-the-clock diner.

The buffet is the headline act, from the upscale spread at Caesars Palace to more casual halls, born from an era when casinos fed gamblers cheaply to keep them at the tables.

Beyond the buffet, the classic shrimp cocktail and the off-menu steak deal are essential rites of passage, while acclaimed off-Strip spots in Chinatown and celebrity-chef kitchens round out the scene. These experiences range from bargain to blowout, from dawn to 4 a.m.

Come hungry, pace yourself, and taste the foods that define Las Vegas dining.

  • Bacchanal Buffet

    Buffet $$$

    The definitive modern Las Vegas buffet inside Caesars Palace, with hundreds of dishes cooked to order across global stations. Snow crab legs, dim sum, and made-to-order eggs make it the splurge that best captures the city's sense of abundance.

    What to order: Crab legs and global stations

    Reserve

  • Golden Gate

    Diner $

    Home of the original Las Vegas shrimp cocktail, served downtown since 1959 in a tulip glass with tangy cocktail sauce. Cheap, retro, and iconic, it is the bargain snack that helped define old-school Fremont Street dining.

    What to order: Classic Vegas shrimp cocktail

    Reserve

  • The Peppermill

    Diner $$

    A gloriously preserved 1972 Strip diner and Fireside Lounge, all neon, mirrors, and oversized portions. Towering fruit plates and stiff cocktails by the sunken fire pit make it a quintessential, only-in-Vegas time capsule.

    What to order: Retro diner fare; giant milkshakes

    Reserve

  • Battista's Hole in the Wall

    Italian $$

    An old-school red-sauce Italian joint just off the Strip since 1970, packed with memorabilia and a strolling accordion player. Dinners come with unlimited house wine and cappuccino, a warm throwback to classic Vegas hospitality.

    What to order: House Italian with free wine

    Reserve

  • Lotus of Siam

    Northern Thai $$

    Widely hailed as one of America's best Thai restaurants, this off-Strip institution serves fiery Northern Thai specialties and a deep wine list. Nam khao tod and crispy garlic prawns draw chefs and locals to an unassuming strip mall.

    What to order: Khao soi; garlic prawns

    Reserve

  • Raku

    Japanese Izakaya $$

    A tiny Chinatown izakaya beloved by off-duty chefs for its charcoal-grilled robata skewers and delicate house-made tofu. Late hours and precise, soulful cooking make it the insider counterpoint to the Strip's spectacle.

    What to order: Robata skewers; homemade tofu

    Reserve

  • Secret Pizza

    Pizza $

    An unmarked, hard-to-find pizza counter tucked down a hallway inside The Cosmopolitan. Thin New York-style slices sold late into the night make it a cult favorite and a rite of passage for in-the-know visitors.

    What to order: New York-style slices

    Reserve

  • Hash House A Go Go

    Breakfast $$

    The home of twisted farm food and absurdly large portions, from sage fried chicken and waffles to skillet-sized hashes. It is a gut-busting brunch spectacle that leans fully into Vegas excess.

    What to order: Chicken and waffles tower

    Reserve

  • Ellis Island

    Steakhouse $

    A locals' casino off the Strip famous for a bargain off-menu steak dinner with salad, potato, vegetable, and a beer. Cheap, generous, and a little secret, it channels the old Vegas art of the loss-leader meal.

    What to order: Off-menu steak special

    Reserve

  • In-N-Out Burger

    Burgers $

    The West Coast burger chain Vegas visitors flock to, with fresh, made-to-order Double-Doubles and secret-menu Animal Style fries. Cheap, reliable, and open late, it is the go-to post-casino craving for locals and travelers alike.

    What to order: Double-Double, Animal Style

    Reserve

Best Restaurants in Las Vegas by Neighborhood

Las Vegas is far more than the Strip, and the best restaurants in Las Vegas are spread across distinct neighborhoods rather than confined to the casino corridor.

The Strip anchors the marquee celebrity-chef dining, but Chinatown along Spring Mountain Road is the real everyday food heart, packed with Japanese, Thai, and Vietnamese gems.

The Arts District and Downtown reward those who venture off the Boulevard into independent, chef-driven rooms, while Summerlin and Henderson offer polished suburban dining with a local following.

Using neighborhoods to plan your meals lets you pair dining with sightseeing, walkable strolls, and a genuine sense of local life. This roundup spotlights a signature restaurant in several key areas to help you eat your way across the valley.

  • The Strip, Joel Robuchon

    French $$$$

    The three-Michelin-star flagship at MGM Grand that defined fine dining in Las Vegas, with a jewel-box dining room and an epic tasting menu. The Strip is the city's celebrity-chef epicenter, and this is its crown jewel. Reservations are essential and worth it.

    What to order: Menu Degustation; potato puree

    Reserve

  • Chinatown, Aburiya Raku

    Japanese $$$

    A tiny, chef-driven izakaya from Mitsuo Endo, grilling skewers over binchotan charcoal that helped make Spring Mountain Road a dining destination. Intimate and beloved by local chefs, it captures Chinatown's role as the city's everyday food heart.

    What to order: Robata skewers; agedashi tofu

    Reserve

  • Arts District, Esther's Kitchen

    Italian $$

    James Trees' bustling Italian anchor in the 18b Arts District, turning out house-made pasta and sourdough in a lively, art-filled room. Pair a visit with the neighborhood's murals, galleries, and First Friday for a full cultural afternoon.

    What to order: House pasta; sourdough bread

    Reserve

  • Downtown, Carson Kitchen

    New American $$

    A stylish small-plates pioneer that helped ignite the Downtown dining revival, founded by the late Kerry Simon. Convivial and creative, it captures the neighborhood's transformation just off the Fremont East entertainment district.

    What to order: Bacon jam; glazed donut bread pudding

    Reserve

  • Commercial Center, Lotus of Siam

    Thai $$

    Saipin Chutima's James Beard winning Northern Thai institution, long considered one of the best Thai restaurants in the country. Tucked in an unassuming plaza east of the Strip, it is a compelling reason to eat beyond the casinos.

    What to order: Nam khao tod; garlic prawns

    Reserve

  • Summerlin, Andiron Steak & Sea

    Steakhouse $$$

    A bright, contemporary steakhouse in Downtown Summerlin with a strong local following and a polished suburban feel. It is the essential reason to plan a meal around Summerlin, near Red Rock Canyon on the western edge of the valley.

    What to order: Dry-aged steaks; seafood towers

    Reserve

  • Henderson, Todd's Unique Dining

    New American $$$

    Chef Todd Clore's warm, long-running neighborhood restaurant that put Henderson dining on the map with refined, globally inspired comfort food. Inventive and gracious, it exemplifies the valley's chef-driven, off-Strip dining.

    What to order: Blue crab wontons; braised short rib

    Reserve

  • Chinatown, District One

    Vietnamese $

    A bustling Vietnamese kitchen known for steaming bowls of pho and its whole live lobster with garlic noodles. A pho-and-noodle crawl through Chinatown is a rewarding, affordable culinary outing.

    What to order: Pho; live lobster garlic noodles

    Reserve

  • Chinatown, Kabuto

    Sushi $$$$

    A Michelin-recognized Edomae sushi counter serving a quiet, precise omakase that captures Chinatown's creative energy. It is a compelling reason to explore the plazas and late-night spots along Spring Mountain Road.

    What to order: Edomae omakase; nigiri

    Reserve

  • East Side, Lindo Michoacan

    Mexican $$

    A family-run Mexican institution on Desert Inn Road, pouring sizzling molcajetes and hearty regional plates since the 1990s. Festive and generous, it is a beloved local favorite well away from the tourist corridor.

    What to order: Molcajete; carnitas

    Reserve

Best New & Trendy Restaurant Openings in Las Vegas

Las Vegas dining never stands still, and the best new and trendy restaurant openings in Las Vegas keep the city on the national radar year after year.

Recent momentum has centered on the Arts District's continued growth, the endless Chinatown expansion along Spring Mountain Road, and marquee debuts inside newer resorts like Resorts World.

New openings tend to book up fast on buzz alone, so flexibility with dates and early or late seatings helps. Because the freshest spots evolve quickly, it is always worth checking current local coverage before you go.

These picks highlight recently opened and buzzy restaurants that capture where Las Vegas dining is heading right now.

  • Esther's Kitchen

    Italian $$$

    Chef James Trees relocated his beloved Arts District Italian spot to a larger home on Casino Center Boulevard, adding a bar and expanded seating. Produce-driven cooking and excellent handmade pastas have made it one of the neighborhood's most talked-about anchors.

    What to order: Produce-driven handmade pasta

    Reserve

  • Delilah

    Supper Club $$$$

    A glamorous 1920s-style supper club inside Wynn Las Vegas, pairing polished American cooking with live music and cabaret energy. Its opulent room and see-and-be-seen crowd made it an instant special-occasion destination.

    What to order: Supper club fare; live entertainment

    Reserve

  • Superfrico

    Italian-American $$$

    From the team behind Absinthe, this immersive spot inside The Cosmopolitan bills itself as Italian American Psychedelic, with roving performers and wildly maximalist art. Its intersection of cuisine and spectacle makes it one of the more distinctive newer arrivals.

    What to order: Art-driven immersive dining

    Reserve

  • Anima by EDO

    Spanish $$$

    Chef Oscar Amador Edo's intimate Chinatown counter earned rapid acclaim for its refined Spanish tasting menu and tight seating. Its cult following and distinctive point of view make it emblematic of the city's adventurous new wave.

    What to order: Hard-to-book Spanish tasting

    Reserve

  • Carversteak

    Steakhouse $$$$

    A dramatic modern steakhouse inside Resorts World Las Vegas with a sweeping dining room and outdoor patio. It represents the polished, upscale dining that continues to draw buzz on the Strip.

    What to order: Prime steaks; glamorous room

    Reserve

  • Main Street Provisions

    New American $$$

    A chef-driven Arts District restaurant with a whole-animal, ingredient-focused menu and a lively bar program. Warm, seasonal, and neighborhood-minded, it reflects the district's rise as a serious dining destination.

    What to order: Whole-animal seasonal plates

    Reserve

  • Balla Italian Soul

    Italian $$$

    Chef Shaun Hergatt's colorful, Sicilian-inspired restaurant at SAHARA Las Vegas blends bold flavors with a vibrant room. Its handmade pastas and lively atmosphere keep it firmly in the conversation as a modern favorite.

    What to order: Sicilian plates; handmade pasta

    Reserve

  • Partage

    French $$$$

    An elegant French tasting-menu restaurant tucked into Chinatown, offering a refined multi-course experience with an ambitious wine list. It exemplifies the quiet fine-dining ambition thriving well off the Strip.

    What to order: Multi-course French tasting menu

    Reserve

  • Spring Mountain Road newcomers

    Pan-Asian $$

    A steady wave of new restaurants along Chinatown's Spring Mountain corridor has energized the scene with everything from hand-pulled noodles to Korean barbecue and Thai boat noodles. They reflect one of the city's most exciting current culinary movements.

    What to order: Casual to ambitious Asian plates

    Reserve

  • Famous Foods Street Eats

    Food Hall $$

    This Asian street-food hall inside Resorts World gathers more than a dozen standout vendors under one roof, offering an easy way to sample multiple buzzy cooks and cuisines in a single, casual visit.

    What to order: Multiple local vendors under one roof

    Reserve

Frequently Asked Questions

What food is Las Vegas most famous for?

Las Vegas is most famous for celebrity-chef restaurants and over-the-top buffets. Locals also love late-night dining, classic steakhouses, and the concentration of world-class kitchens on the Strip, from Joel Robuchon to Guy Savoy.

Where can I get the best buffet in Las Vegas?

Top buffets include Bacchanal Buffet at Caesars Palace, Wicked Spoon at The Cosmopolitan, and the Buffet at Wynn. Bacchanal is widely considered the best in the city. Try more than one.

Do I need reservations for top Las Vegas restaurants?

Yes. Marquee spots like Joel Robuchon, Restaurant Guy Savoy, Carbone, and Delilah need reservations released weeks ahead. Some counters and food halls are walk-in only. Book early or sit at the bar.

Which Las Vegas neighborhoods are best for dining?

The Strip is the buzziest hub for celebrity chefs and steakhouses. Downtown and Fremont East plus the Arts District have chef-driven spots, Chinatown on Spring Mountain Road offers outstanding Asian cuisine, and Summerlin has strong neighborhood dining.

How expensive is fine dining in Las Vegas?

Las Vegas's top tasting menus are a splurge, typically $$$$ per person before pairings. Chinatown, food halls, and spots like In-N-Out offer great value. Check current menus.

Are there good vegetarian and vegan options in Las Vegas?

Yes. Vegan and vegetarian spots include VegeNation downtown, Violette's Vegan, and Simply Pure. Many fine-dining kitchens accommodate vegan menus with notice, and Lotus of Siam offers excellent plant-based Thai dishes.