Special Occasion Restaurants

For a buffet that offers a high-end selection of international cuisine in a fashionable, sophisticated setting, look no further than The Buffet. Located within the ARIA Resort and Casino at the CityCenter, The Buffet offers sustenance to all those with hungry stomachs walking the Strip. Opened from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. every day, dining at The Buffet is always an option. For the weekday crowd, breakfast is available from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and lunch is served from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Dinner is offered every night from 3:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. with …

Nobu, inside the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, brings the allure of finely crafted Japanese fare to the Nevada desert. Executive Chef Nobu Matsuhisa balances classic Japanese technique with innovative flavor and ingredient combinations to create a satisfying fusion of East and West. This tasty marriage of elements can be seen in dishes like the popular Fresh Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeno. Nobu’s inspiring cuisine is enjoyed within a similarly rousing space designed by David Rockwell himself. The hand-laid river rock wall feature is a highlight for guests, and other design elements like room dividers made of bamboo fronds create a …

Talented chef Mario Batali and winemaker Joe Bastianich have again struck excellence with their Italian steakhouse, Carnevino. Located inside the luxurious Palazzo on the Las Vegas Strip, the restaurant fits in seamlessly with sky high ceilings, antique fixtures, and touches of fine Italian marble that provide a sumptuous dining experience saturated in grandeur. Executive Chef Zach Allen manages an impeccable menu of organic beef, featuring six to eight month house dry-aged steaks, organic veal, Colorado lamb, handmade pastas, and exquisite side dishes reminiscent of traditional Neapolitan street food. Pairing such superior cuisine with an impressive international wine list, Carnevino exists …

TWIST by Pierre Gagnaire is the famed Michelin Three Star chef’s only restaurant in the United States, and calls the Mandarin Oriental home. Forbes Five-Star awarded TWIST invites guests to dine among the stars—the restaurant showcases sculptural globe lighting that hangs from the ceiling and mimics the whimsical glow of twilight. 20-foot windows also provide a spectacular view from the 23rd floor of the Mandarin Oriental, while platform seating ensures every table in the TWIST dining room enjoys a premium vantage point over the Las Vegas Strip. When one descends TWIST’s glass staircase while looking out upon the twinkling desert, …

Serving meat in the traditional "Churrascaria" method perfected by centuries of Brazilian Gauchos, Via Brasil Steakhouse offers diners the chance to experience cuisine in a relaxed yet up-scale atmosphere. Try the Rodizio Dinner, an all-you-can eat affair that offers fourteen different kinds of meat, a gourmet salad bar with over thirty options and ten side dishes for only $44.99. Not in the mood for tantalizing Brazilian barbeque? Go with the Dinner Salad Bar for only $25.99. Cooked on individual rotisseries, each cut of meat is taken off the skewer and cut tableside, ensuring your cut is full of juice and …

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 …

Dining at Blossom, in Aria Resort and Casino, is like being transported to a mythical land in the Far East. The restaurant’s design gives it the feel of a tranquil Chinese garden, with separate motifs to give the diner a customized Chinese dining experience. The first is a trellised sunken garden area, separating the diner from the rest of the restaurant for a slightly more intimate dining experience. The second is a circular banquette seating area where guests are surrounded by a cage like enclosure. The atmosphere highlights the traditional Chinese cuisine served with a modern twist, cultivated by Executive …

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, …

Julian Serrano takes his Las Vegas culinary experience to the next level at his new self-titled restaurant, located in the Aria Hotel and Casino. The premiere restaurant for superb tapas on the Strip, Julian Serrano also serves up gourmet paella, seafood, sangria, and atmosphere. The presentation of the gourmand Spanish dishes is as elegant as the taste; and with such a diverse menu, diners are bound to find a favorite dish. Whether you’re coming for lunch or dinner, for an intimate dining experience or as a precursor to a night on the town, Julian Serrano is sure to present delectable …

World renowned chef Masayoshi Takayama brings his unique Japanese cuisine all the way from New York City to Bar Masa in Las Vegas, and for a fraction of the price. While Chef Takayama is known in New York for his small, intimate settings, he sheds the smaller dining area in Las Vegas -fashion for a beautiful and grand dining room with a bright and fun atmosphere. Chef Takayama also sheds his traditional omakase dining style for a more traditional menu, while still maintaining the Japanese comfort food and fusion creations that have made him famous.

Piero’s Italian Cuisine was opened by Freddie Glusman in 1982, and five years later it moved to its current location, which is conveniently located steps away from the Las Vegas Convention Center and walking distance from The Strip. It has been providing classic Italian food from the same menu since it opened. Dishes include Saltimbocca Alla Romana, which is veal and prosciutto with sage and white wine and Agnolotti Freschi alla Crema which is country-fresh pasta stuffed with spinach and served with a cream sauce. The restaurant has six dining rooms decorated with original artwork and huge floral displays on …

Internationally acclaimed Chef Alain Ducasse opened his first Las Vegas venture, Mix, in grand style in 2004, delivering not just a restaurant but an entire experience. Situated on the 64th floor of the Delano hotel (Mandalay Bay), Mix offers unparalleled views that extend from the Strip to the mountainous horizon. A dazzling white monochrome dining room punctuated with vibrant red accents provides a clean backdrop for the 15,000-piece "Champagne bubble" chandelier to make its mesmerizing impression. The highly seasonal kitchen constructs dishes that meld international ingredients with an incomparable French flair. Those interested in toasting to their evening with a …

Benihana at the Las Vegas Hilton serves Japanese cuisine with style. Open daily for dinner only, Benihana creatively prepares a variety of entrees in front of guests’ eyes on expansive hibachi grills. With steak, seafood, and poultry options, each served with soup, salad, shrimp appetizers, vegetables, and dipping sauces, any appetite will be pleased. For those interested in the raw side of Japanese cuisine, Benihana offers a selection of sushi, from the classic California roll to the eclectic Dragon roll. To complete the dining experience, sides such as Vegetable Tempura and Calamari Sauté are available to enhance each meal. Private …

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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 Strip plays host to a bundle of diverse Italian restaurants, but d.Vino Italian Food and Wine Bar sets itself apart by offering a casual dining experience in an atmosphere of elegance and sophistication with attentive service that is held a bar above most. With a philosophy intended to generate a one-of-a-kind experience, d.Vino strives to provide guests with dishes that incorporate simple ingredients to create unique flavors that are sure to keep you coming back for more. Featuring an authentic formaggio and salami bar, wood-fired pizzas, classic pasta dishes, hearty entrees and of course, a plentiful selection …

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 …

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 …

Bringing the “inviting feeling of the old neighborhood a little closer to your neighborhood” is the mission of family restaurant Maggiano’s Little Italy. Set inside Vegas’ famous Fashion Show Mall, Maggiano’s is a favorite of visiting shoppers and Las Vegas locals alike with its exuberantly sized portions of zesty Italian favorites. Chefs at Maggiano’s prepare authentic and traditional Italian-American cuisine like Four-Cheese Ravioli, Chicken Pesto Linguini, and Chicken Picatta. Meant for casual social dining, this Italian-American eatery is warm and inviting, a place to celebrate with friends and family.