A favorite of local gourmets, Rosemary’s is run by a pair of refugees from Emeril who do a sophisticated, Southern-tinged take on American cooking, turning out creative comfort food that draws local foodies and knowledgeable tourists. The extensive menu can be dizzying—each item has suggested beer and wine pairings—but be sure to try their specialty, Texas BBQ shrimp. Wednesdays are ladies’...
No visitor would be blamed for never leaving the Vegas Strip -- it's the raison d'être of any Vegas tourist -- but a true foodie should make a point of finding the nearest moving vehicle that can get them to Rosemary's Restaurant. A 15-minute (or so) drive down Sahara (hardly anything) is all it takes to eat what may well be the best food in Las Vegas. (Certainly, it is consistently voted the...
Michael and Wendy Jordan honed their culinary skills during their years as chefs de cuisine in some of New Orleans' finest eateries before moving to Las Vegas when Michael was named executive chef for the new Emeril's New Orleans Fish House. Their own restaurant features autumn-hued walls hung with local artists' paintings. The 30-seat full-service bar at the entrance, complete with tapas-style...
A true hidden gem with imaginative New American cuisine served by personable waitstaff in an elegant dining room.:
In ShortThis off-Strip restaurant feels worlds removed from the hustle of the major casinos--more like a secluded European bistro than a Vegas eatery. A well-informed local crowd gathers in the warmly lit dining room for leisurely luncheons and romantic dinners. The restaurant's artful take on contemporary American cuisine includes dishes such as Hugo's Texas barbecue shrimp served over...