Special Occasion Restaurants

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, … Learn More »

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 … Learn More »

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 … Learn More »

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 … Learn More »

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, … Learn More »

Settebello was established in 2005 and was one of the first pizzerias in the United States to recreate Pizza Napoletana as it has been made in Napoli for centuries. Napoli, Italy is the birthplace of pizza and one of the most unique, chaotic and beautiful cities in the world. Settebello was created to re-create Pizza Napoletana as it has been made in Napoli for more than 200 years. Learn More »

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 … Learn More »

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 … Learn More »

Cravings Buffet is a hidden gem located within the Mirage Hotel and Casino. Open for breakfast, brunch, and dinner, any time is a good time to stop by and enjoy the scenery of this beautiful hotel and indulge in the finer side of all-you-can-eat. Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., breakfast is available at $15.99 for adults and $11.99 for children under ten. Midweek brunch is served Monday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at $20.99 for adults and $16.99 for kids. Dinner is served daily from 3:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. priced at $30.99 … Learn More »

Nobu, located at the Nobu luxury Hotel at Caesar’s Palace, is the largest restaurant of the 26 locations nationwide and offers prime Japanese cuisine prepared in various styles. Open for dinner nightly, the menu features appetizers, salads, cold and hot dishes, daily sushi specials, Nobu style tacos, and several desserts. The interior is both modern and airy, with whimsical balloon lighting and an exhibition kitchen. In addition to the sushi bar, there are several teppanyaki tables, private dining areas, a full bar and an expansive lounge. Guests of the boutique hotel can order from the vast menu 24-hours a day … Learn More »

Rice and Company at the Luxor dishes out Chinese and Sushi specialties nightly. Opened for dinner seven days a week, Rice and Company offers appetizers and noodles alongside chicken, beef, seafood, and vegetable options in a casual setting. For a lavish meal, entrees like Peking Crispy Duck or Lobster Cantonese are available. Aside from the hot entrees, Chef Specialty Rolls like the Rainbow Roll and Fantasy Roll will curb any sushi craving. After dinner, the dessert menu features cheesecake, assorted gelatos, sorbets, and mochi for a sweet finish to your meal. The Lounge at Rice and Company serves specialty cocktails, … Learn More »

R Steak & Seafood is classic Vegas dining in a nutshell. Located at the Riviera, this steakhouse serves traditional American cuisine in an intimate atmosphere nightly. Only open for dinner, R Steak & Seafood offers appetizers like Crab Cakes and Fried Calamari, as well as a selection of soups and salads. Using only the freshest ingredients, the main entrée section of the menu includes steaks and chops in the form of filet mignon, prime rib, rib eye, and porterhouse. Aside from red meat options, R Steak & Seafood offers poultry and seafood entrees, like Frenched Chicken Breast and Chilean Sea … Learn More »

Jose Andres brings his celebrated East Coast tapas restaurant to Vegas with the award winning Jaleo. Located at the Cosmopolitan, this colorful dining destination serves flavorful Spanish food for dinner nightly. Prepared family style, the elaborate menu incorporates a variety of meat, seafood, and vegetables into authentic Spanish style tapas. Menu standouts include a collection of Bocadillos, an array of cheeses, and Butifarra Casera Esparracada, a homemade pork sausage stew. Jaleo is also equipped with its own paella making station and offers five variations, including Paella Valenciana ‘Rafael Vidal.” An eight seat Chef’s bar is available for parties interested in … Learn More »

For those in search of a modern, upscale sushi restaurant that also offers a broad selection of salads and hot Asian fusion specials, Hachi inside the Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa provides quality cuisine with an air of elegance and Japanese flair. Dinner is served every night with seating available at the sushi bar, the full alcohol bar, in the main dining room, and in private dining areas for larger parties. The menu showcases hot and cold appetizers including soups and salads, small plates like the Seasonal Vegetables Tempura, and Hachi Signatures including Baby Back Ribs, Wagyu Beef Gyozas, … Learn More »

Just inside the luxurious Encore Hotel and Casino, Andrea’s offers a unique and modern atmosphere where diners can enjoy an extensive Asian-Fusion inspired menu featuring premium sushi, fresh seafood, dim sum, soups, salads, and plenty of meat, rice and noodles. With a large, banquet style dining room, Andrea’s can accommodate parties of all sizes for dinner seven nights a week. The full bar hosts an impressive display of different spirits and large, ornate crystal chandeliers overhead add a touch of elegance to the sophisticated setting. Order a dish for the whole table to share, or start off with one of … Learn More »

Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner at Society Café inside the Encore, where modern chic décor meets classic American style cuisine. Begin the day bright and early with the Continental Breakfast special or enjoy the choice Organic Eggs with various preparations and several quality Griddle selections. Or, stop by in the afternoon for lunch with friends, and choose from various hand-crafted Salad Entrees like the Lime & Cilantro Lump Crab as well as an offering of six different sandwiches, build-your-own burgers, and three different slider options. Dinner is also featured nightly with unique sides such as Maine Lobster Fried Rice or … Learn More »

Just minutes east of the Las Vegas Strip, Kelly’s Prime Steak & Seafood offers a classic steakhouse setting where diners can enjoy world class American cuisine. An outpost of the more notorious Long Beach success, Kelly’s now occupies a 12,000 square foot dining space with close proximity to both major convention centers . Open for lunch during the week and dinner every night until midnight, Kelly’s is the perfect place for a romantic date night or a lively gathering of family and friends. The restaurant can accommodate private parties in several different banquet rooms with budget friendly options, which is … Learn More »

Just inside Henderson’s Green Valley Town Center, Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza & Grill is a great place to gather ‘round and dig in to some of the most unique pizza combinations you’ve ever seen for both lunch and dinner. Since every pizza is cooked to order, Sammy’s is able to accommodate almost any dietary need. Whether it’s a gluten-free crust, whole wheat crust, nonfat cheese, or vegan cheese, the cheerful kitchen is always happy to accommodate the needs of diners in any way possible. It is this level of service that takes the fun, casual restaurant to a higher level of … Learn More »

Little more than fifteen minutes west of the Las Vegas Strip is the city of Spring Valley, and Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza & Grill on Flamingo Road provides the locals here, as well as adventurous tourists, with a fun, casual dining destination serving fresh California-inspired cuisine. As the name would suggest, Sammy’s is a pizza place, first and foremost, but some might be surprised just how diverse the menu is. Not only are there unique pizzas like the Yummy Honey Cheese or Brie Cheese & Truffle Oil, there are premium fresh salads, tapas galore, a few pasta specialties, mini burgers, tacos, … Learn More »

Established in 1997, Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza & Grill on West Sahara was the first Las Vegas outpost of the successful California chain, known for innovative pizza recipes and a superb casual dining experience. Just a few miles west of the Las Vegas Strip, Sammy’s offers the perfect getaway for anyone trying to avoid the constant hustle and bustle surrounding the myriad of resorts and casinos. Whether you are in the mood for drinks and appetizers at the full bar, in need of a quick lunch, or looking for a relaxing dinner, the creative menu and positive vibes will keep you … Learn More »