American Restaurants

Under the inspired influence of Executive Chef Michael Mina, STRIPSTEAK at Mandalay Bay, elevates the traditional American steakhouse to new heights of gourmet revelry. The modernist décor sets a swanky stage for the gastronomic extravagances presented on the menu, and Mina transforms steakhouse standards with decadent applications: the Steak Fries are deep fried in duck fat, the Macaroni and Cheese is gussied up with truffles, and the traditional Scalloped Potatoes become inspired gastronomy with caramelized onion and goat cheese. While the Steak is blissfully unadulterated, the purity of flavor is intensified by the high quality of the All-Natural Certified Angus, …

Your father’s steakhouse might scorn this uber-chic dining spot, but we think it’s the 20th Century’s answer to a carnivore’s paradise. 12,500 square feet of stunning décor and innovation spread out for the taking, offering up bounties of unique features to make every dining experience memorable. The two-sided wall of water is breathtaking, the limestone walls and ultra-suede booths are sophisticated, and the massive circular caviar and Champagne bar is intoxicating. And while all these things are enticing, the menu really hits the spot. Elegant dishes like the Kobe Carpaccio, the 16oz. Bone-In Filet Mignon, and the Alaskan King Crab …

With over 200 beers on tap, The Pub at Monte Carlo offers a bold selection of brews to sip and savor, along with other treats like “adult milkshakes” and a full menu of satisfying fare. Settle in at the bar for your first glimpse at the beer list—the back wall is a fully lit mounted display of beer kegs. Once you’ve decided on your choice of drink and food, it’s time to get in on the action around you; the big game (whatever that may be) will be showing on The Pub’s big screen TVs and music will be fueling …

With a charming elegance that hearkens back to a time replete with fair princesses and knights in shiny armor, the Steakhouse at Camelot in the Excalibur resort impresses with classic yet innovative cuisine and a casual yet smartly sophisticated ambience. From within the kitchen, lorded over by Chef Jack Huxtable, comes signature dishes fit for a medieval king. Such dishes include Bone-In New York Steak, Country Baked Meatloaf, Prime Rib, Deep Dish Chicken Pot Pie and a Flame-Grilled 10oz Angus Burger topped with BBQ jumbo shrimp and lump crab meat chipotle slaw. Welcome to the culinary Renaissance!

The Las Vegas location of Dick’s Last Resort, located in the Excalibur Hotel & Casino, is famous for being one of the rowdiest restaurants around due to its staff that is purposely insensitive to their guests. The menu at Dick’s offers great barbecue and American cuisine, drawing influence from that of Texas. On the menu, customers can expect to find a wide and practiced selection of barbecued meats, seafood, and Dick’s signature Buckets O’Grub. The messy menu items at Dick’s Last Resort mirror the laidback and crazy atmosphere of the restaurant that boasts entertainment for all.

Wolfgang Puck’s Bar and Grill captures the breezy, laid-back feel of West Coast beachfront locales with its open and modern dining room and refreshing California cuisine. Executive Chef Dustin Lewandowski masters Chef Wolfgang Puck’s distinctive culinary style and transforms classic American bar and grill food with irresistible results. Lunch features a selection of elegant and approachable pizzas and sandwiches while the dinner menu expands to include a selection of tantalizing pastas and sophisticated interpretations of classic grill fare. Even bar snacks are given a gourmet facelift, like the irresistible Truffled Potato Chips with Maytag Blue Cheese.

MGM’s Grand Buffet captures the decadence and glamour of Las Vegas, serving up generous portions of both daily. Breakfast stations run the gamut from the Heart-Healthy Station with fruit compotes and yogurts to the more indulgent offerings like honey-baked ham, smoked salmon, and made-to-order omelets. Prices and hours vary depending on which day of the week it is. Monday through Friday, is served from 6:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. for $17.25 per adult and $11.99 per child between 4 and 12. On weekends from 6:00 a.m. until 9:00 a.m., the price jumps to $18.25 for adults but remains the same …

Studio Café blends the comforts of a late night neighborhood diner with the class and distinction of the Golden Era of Hollywood. Tucked inside the MGM Grand, the Café’s Art Deco décor and ample portions makes this twenty-four-hour eatery a popular hot spot at all hours of the day and night. Breakfast options range from the traditional to the deliciously unconventional, hosting favorites like the fried Chicken and Waffles and the Philly Cheese Steak Omelette. Sandwiches and burgers are not to be missed, with meaty treats like the “Monster BLT” and “Not Your Ordinary Patty Melt” living up to their …

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville evokes the island flavor and laid-back fun of its namesake. This whimsical multi-level restaurant offers a variety of lively dining environments for sampling signature margaritas and feasting on tropically-inspired fare like Caribbean Jerk Chicken and Coconut Shrimp. Decorated with palm tree murals, a life size sea plane, and “docked boat” seating, the expansive main dining room transports diners to exotic vacation spots, while an upstairs patio offers a cabana-style bar and dining areas with views of the Strip. A group event at this dining paradise promises to be a retreat from the everyday, a blissful reminder of …

Executive Chef and restaurateur Kerry Simon brings his distinctive style and culinary flair to the Palms Place with his eponymous restaurant Simon Restaurant and Lounge. The restaurant blends the contemporary with an almost Op Art retro sensibility, with curved banquettes, geometric prints and wood accents juxtaposed against glass walls that provide glimpses of poolside activity for a distinctly Los Angeles style glamour. The menu is similarly eclectic and stylish, blending the fresh flavors of California cuisine, American comfort food classics and exotic Asian twists for such unique creations as the Sushi Pizza and Citrus Braised Shortribs paired with corn tempura …

Attention Sports Fans: Have you been searching for a great place to watch the game? A place where you can watch your favorite team play while still enjoying delicious food? Well look no further, Lagasse’s Stadium, located in The Palazzo, is just what you have been looking for. This 24,000 square-foot restaurant is outfitted with nearly 100 high-definition screens, access to nearly every major sports event you can think of, lounge and stadium seating, and cuisine from world-famous chef Emeril Lagasse. Stadium guests are treated to the full “Game Day” experience while enjoying fun, inventive and intelligent dishes.

Have you ever wondered what’s on the roof of Mandalay Bay, and why people crowd outside in the summer time? Or have you pondered where all the beautifully dressed ultra chic people emerge from en masse, descending upon the House of Blues? Welcome to the Foundation Room. Originally a ‘members only’ secret, accessible only via a private elevator in Mandalay Bay, the Foundation Room began last summer opening up to the public and is now open every night of the week. Distinguished, with tasteful vintage décor, the food mirrors the appointments inside, combining Asian and Indian influences with European flair …

Seafood lovers rejoice! Michael Mina’s new restaurant, American Fish at the Aria Resort and Casino, boasts a wide variety of fish and shellfish straight from America’s rivers, lakes, and coastlines. Chef Sven Mede employs four unique cooking techniques to bring out the most flavor of the fresh seafood: cast-iron griddling, wood grilling, ocean water poaching, and salt baking. Along with the freshest seafood, American Fish also employs the freshest seasonal vegetables and other ingredients to ensure that every meal fits Mina’s standard of excellence. In addition to great seafood, American Fish also boasts other fine dishes such as salads, sandwiches, …

Since 1978, BJ’s has shown a respect for the craft of beer, and has created a collection of hand-crafted brews true to their own Chicago-influenced style. Their award winning house specialty brew called “BJ’s Brewhouse Blonde,” a light wheat beer with harmonizing tastes of both hops and malt, has earned praises from the California Brewers Association. BJ’s boasts at least seven specialty beers per night plus a variety of seasonal beers and special brews. But don’t stop there—they also have options for lunch and dinner, featuring an extensive selection of appetizers, soups, salads, angus burgers, pizza, pasta, and sandwiches. Located …

Todd English P.U.B. is revolutionizing Crystals Shopping Center the same way it’s revolutionizing the way we think about pubs. While it may be decorated like an average, neighborhood pub, it’s anything but. The food and beverage menus are remarkably extensive and full of premium items. The food menu consists of traditional pub favorites with a modern spin only Todd English could provide, including: traditional pub appetizers and snacks, salads, pot pies, a rotisserie with nine kinds of meat, burgers, fish & chips, a raw bar, and much, much more. The P.U.B. also offers liquid refreshment in the form of specialty …

Big Al’s Oyster Bar at The Orleans dishes out Cajun and Creole cuisine in a colorful setting on a daily basis. Open for lunch and dinner, this casual seafood-only establishment offers fare in the form of starters, salads, oyster shooters, and main entrees. House specialties include the Cajun Ole Oyster Shooter, Louisiana Gumbo, and Big Al’s PoBoy Sandwich. With an extensive selection of seafood ranging from shrimp and salmon to clams and crab, each dish at Big Al’s Oyster Bar features a plateful of marine cuisine. Finally, the wine list at Big Al’s Oyster Bar includes both domestic and foreign …

Open since 2000, Brando’s Sports Bar blends the traditions of a neighborhood pub, pizzeria, and bar. Brando’s is best known for their Chicago style pizza, signature burgers, and video poker. The venue features multiple plasma screens so that patrons can keep up with the action of all the games. Brando’s also features video gaming and frequent contests with prizes. Guests from all over enjoy stopping by this neighborhood bar for a quick bite to eat, some gaming, and a friendly atmosphere. Complete with good food, friends, drinks, and games Brando’s Sports Bar ensures an enjoyable time for all parties in …

Located inside the luxurious Venetian Hotel and Casino food court lies Shake N Burger, a 1950’s style fast-food joint. Based on this retro-inspired concept, Shake N Burger has traditional fast food meals such as burgers, hot dogs, fish filet sandwiches, chicken tenders, shakes and French fries. They even serve breakfast! With each menu item at a reasonable price, such as hot fudge sundae’s for only 99 cents, Shake N Burger can give the other fast food chains a run for their money.

In the heart of Sin City lies a culinary haven for simple yet sophisticated fare that indulges the child within while catering to the mature palate. The Burger Bar is the work and genius of internationally acclaimed Chef Hubert Keller, and reflects his keen eye for detail, quality, and flavor. We all crave the simpler pleasures in life: a thick, juicy burger with all the fixings and a decadently sweet drink to follow, and the Burger Bar delivers. The refined diner in us demands quality above all else; options like the Country Natural and American Kobe Beef burgers are excellence …

Baja Fresh, in the Excalibur Hotel & Casino, is a great place to get a Mexican meal on-the-go. While Baja Fresh is quick, make no mistake: This is not your average, greasy, fast food restaurant. Baja Fresh uses real meat, cheese, and vegetables in all their dishes. With a menu of Mexican favorites such as nachos, burritos, quesadillas, and tacos of many sorts, all items are prepared in front of customers, allowing them to oversee their meal and customize the ingredients and tastes to their liking. Baja Fresh offers new flavors on their menu constantly, always incorporating different regional and …