Pamplemousse
Just 500 yards from 'The Strip', Pamplemousse provides a quiet dining oasis reminiscent of a cosy French country inn, with soft orchestral music in the background to accompany the gourmet fare. There is no menu. Instead, waiters knowledgably recite the special of the day, which usually include the renowned Hobo Steak, Norwegian salmon, roast duckling, veal medallions, filet mignon, and spring lamb. The appetisers and desserts are just as mouth-watering, including the famous trademark Basket of Crudités. Reservations are essential. Open daily for dinner. Dress smart casual, no jackets required, but appreciated.
Food Type :French
Address :400 East Sahara Avenue
Website :www.pamplemousserestaurant.com
Golden Steer Steakhouse
The Steer, about a mile from 'The Strip', is the oldest steak house in Las Vegas. Being in business in the same spot since 1958, and still a favourite with thousands of loyal diners. Celebrities like Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Elvis Presley frequented the Steer to enjoy the large and perfectly grilled traditional steaks, especially the Diamond Jim cut of prime rib. Fish, chicken, and some Italian dishes are on offer too, and a selection of interesting appetisers, particularly the seafood stuffed mushrooms. Lunch and dinner Monday to Friday, dinner Saturdays, and Sundays.
Food Type :American
Address :308 W. Sahara Avenue
Website :goldensteersteakhouselasvegas.com
Marrakech
Exotic and exciting dining is offered in a cosy Middle-Eastern tent where diners lounge on cushions on the floor, or on low couches, to enjoy a traditional Moroccan meal. Robed waiters explain the six-course fixed-price menus, while belly dancers dance around. The meals are accompanied by homemade Moroccan bread. Be sure to try the filet mignon, marinated and grilled in Moroccan spices. Algerian wines are available. Open for dinner nightly. Reservations required.
Food Type :Moroccan
Address :3900 Paradise Road
Website :www.marrakechvegas.com
Mon Ami Gabi
Mon Ami Gabi, emulating a Paris brasserie, claims a sidewalk space on the famous Las Vegas Strip with not only an outdoor section, but a glass conservatory and several indoor dining rooms as well. The cuisine on offer is mainly classic French steak frites and fruits de mêr with flavoursome sauces. Their braised pork shank, and the steak with blue cheese sauce, are sublime. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Food Type :French
Address :3655 S. Las Vegas Boulevard
Website :www.monamigabi.com
Chicago Joes
Italian restaurants abound in Las Vegas, both on and off The Strip. But for really good home-cooked food and excellent value, the unimposing brick building housing Chicago Joe's, in the residential downtown area, is a sure bet. The pasta sauces are renowned among locals, all recipes handed down by the owner's family through generations. Try the pasta with eggplant (aubergine/brinjal) or white clam sauce, or perhaps the Lobster Joe. Open for lunch and dinner from Tuesday to Friday; Saturday dinner only.
Food Type :Italian
Address :820 South 4th Street
Website :chicagojoesrestaurant.com
Gonzalez y Gonzalez
With just about as much Mexican flair and spice that can be conjured up, Gonzalez y Gonzalez is the perfect place to knock back a few margaritas, dive into a plate of tacos, tamales, or quesadillas and enjoy the Mexican energy in the outdoor dining courtyard decked with lanterns and piñatas. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Bookings recommended.
Food Type :Tex-Mex
Address :New York-New York Hotel and Casino, 3790 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Website :www.newyorknewyork.com
Wicked Spoon Buffet
Amid the sea of $5 lobster that is buffet dining in Las Vegas, Wicked Spoon Buffet comes out tops. The restaurant serves a huge selection of dishes ranging from pizza and tacos to sushi and pad thai, all portioned out in attractive single-serving dishes rather than scooped from serving bowls. Make sure to save some room for dessert, which is highlighted by a fully-staffed gelato bar.
Food Type :Buffet
Address :3708 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Website :www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com
Roy’s
It's well worth leaving the Strip for dinner at Roy's, considered the best seafood restaurant in Las Vegas. The menu is Hawaiian fusion, with mouth-watering options like Crunchy Golden Lobster Potstickers and Boursin Cheese-Stuffed Chicken. There are a few sushi choices, and Roy's even has special vegetarian and gluten-free menus.
Food Type :Seafood
Address :620 East Flamingo Road
Website :www.roysrestaurant.com
Le Cirque
Le Cirque, which is located in the luxurious Bellagio Hotel and winner of the prestigious AAA Five Diamond rating, is decked in vivid orange, reds and pinks with elaborate and colourful artworks, conjuring a unique and accurate feel of what it must be like to dine under a big top. Boasting a world-class wine list of more than 900 international selections highlighting wines from France's best wine regions, you can be sure the food is just as mouth-watering. Try the Coeur de Filet de Boeuf served with sautéed foie-gras, smoked serrano potato Croquette and sweet onion compote, while those with a sweet tooth will love the classic Tahitian vanilla bean crème brulée. Open Tuesday to Sunday for dinner only. Bookings essential.
Food Type :French
Address :Bellagio, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Website :www.bellagio.com
Mr Luckys
If there's one place in Vegas you're going to find a Rock 'n Roll themed restaurant, it'll be in the Hard Rock Hotel. Diners can enjoy a good, old-fashioned American hamburger while gazing at the restaurant's 50s and 60s rock memorabilia. A good place to grab a greasy bite to eat, like the Sirloin Burger, after a long night at the slots or tables. Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Food Type :American
Address :Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 4455 Paradise Road
Website :www.hardrockhotel.com
