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New Venetian Italian eatery Factory Kitchen excels at pasta and much more
Thursday, Feb. 21, 2019 The mandilli di seta is a must-order, thin sheet pasta similar to lasagna, prepared in a sharp almond basil pesto.
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Roy Choi’s Best Friend brings Korean-Mexican fusion to the Strip
Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019 The menu collects Choi’s greatest hits—like the short rib tacos that sparked his empire—with new, Vegas-only offerings.
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Las Vegas’ best new restaurants of 2018
Thursday, Dec. 27, 2018 Esther’s Kitchen, NoMad, Cleaver, Block 16 and beyond.
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The launch of NoMad Restaurant signals a major addition to the Strip
Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018 You cannot not order the roast chicken for two.
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Slater’s 50/50 brings burgers, beer and lots of bacon to Silverado Ranch
Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2018 Be sure to order the vampire dip. Think of the best cheese fondue you’ve ever had, and you’ve got an idea.
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Chinatown tapas spot EDO Gastro Bar might be Las Vegas’ best new restaurant
Thursday, Oct. 18, 2018 You get to eat with tweezers!
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Chatting beer over beers with two of Southern Nevada’s longtime experts
Thursday, Oct. 18, 2018 “We were a desert of beer culture in 1999. There was no such thing as craft beer in Las Vegas back then.”
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Seattle import Fu Man brings addictive dumplings to the northwest Valley
Thursday, Sept. 20, 2018 Tender wrappers, each plumped up to the size of a playing card, swaddle a juicy pork/vegetable blend worthy of being trumpeted on the marquee.
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Sister’s Oriental Market gives you delicious reasons to head farther east on Fremont
Thursday, Sept. 6, 2018 Ever find yourself craving fish salsa?
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The intriguing new Partage continues Spring Mountain’s culinary evolution
Thursday, Aug. 23, 2018 The eel/roe/sea urchin trilogy is a destination dish, as is the oxtail croque monsieur.
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Catch catfish whenever you want at TC’s Rib Crib
Thursday, Aug. 9, 2018 Every day is like Friday.
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Hiroyoshi’s omakase rewards discerning sushi devotees
Thursday, July 26, 2018 The uni duo allows diners to compare the subtle differences in salinity between Santa Barbara, California, and Hokkaido, Japan, versions.
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The Kitchen at Atomic makes waking up on weekends fun
Thursday, May 31, 2018 Their recently unveiled brunch immediately vaulted to the upper echelon of our city’s’ midday offerings. It’s that good.
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Nittaya Parawong’s second Thai food location won’t be a secret for long
Thursday, May 24, 2018 Block 9 is less a new restaurant than a quick-service Secret Kitchen.
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All the famous chefs and fantastic food from the 12th-annual Vegas Uncork’d
Monday, May 14, 2018 From the Grand Tasting at Caesars Palace to Picnic at the Park to Black Tap at Venetian, we were all over the big Strip food fest.
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Pacific Island Taste elevates your favorite Hawaiian fare
Thursday, April 26, 2018 At 99 cents each, you can make a reasonable meal from four of the steamed dumplings, which are like Chinese shumai—wonton wrappers swaddling savory pork.
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Guiding you through Sapporo’s conveyor-belt sushi experience
Thursday, April 12, 2018 Bonus: Some dishes are sent out on a robot cart!
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Bajamar does tacos in a different way Downtown
Thursday, March 15, 2018 Beyond tacos, the menu features a collection of ceviches, cocktails and tostadas, all of them seafood-centric.
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Opening alert: the Mirage’s new Italian spot, Osteria Costa
Thursday, Feb. 22, 2018 It features a menu with lighter fare paying homage to the Amalfi Coast in Southern Italy.
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Chinatown’s Hashi specializes in chicken ramen
Thursday, Feb. 8, 2018 The time put into the soup is apparent.
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Paid in Full gets creative with Japanese street food
Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018 Triple garlic yakisoba comes in a Chinese takeout container, while mapo tofu Frito pie arrives atop a sliced-open Fritos bag.
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Speedee Mart—yep, the convenience-store chain has become a craft-beer mecca
Thursday, Jan. 11, 2018 Last year, four location added growler fill stations, rotating in kegs of Pizza Port’s Bacon & Eggs coffee porter, Lovelady’s peanut butter-laced Paleo Porter and more.
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Playa Papagayos celebrates regional Mexican cuisine
Thursday, Dec. 28, 2017 You must see the Cubana Mexicana torta to truly believe it.
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Las Vegas’ best new restaurants of 2017
Thursday, Dec. 21, 2017 The Black Sheep, Momofuku, Sparrow + Wolf and more.
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Cocktail culture builder Andrew Pollard lands at Wynn
Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2017 One of the most recognizable faces in the local scene is back on the Strip.
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Heat rules all at Mian, Chengdu’s new Chinatown cousin
Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017 If you’re not sweating it, you’re not getting it.
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Culinary leader Johnny Church charts a new course
Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2017 “Once a dish is right, it’s time to change it.”
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Starboard Tack serves up island-style snacks
Thursday, Nov. 2, 2017 The outstanding skewers are fast becoming destination dishes.
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595 Craft and Kitchen pushes the local gastropub scene forward
Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017 Offerings include the “Butcher Block” Craft Burger, ready to take its place among the hierarchy of the Valley’s best.
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The pillars of Taco Vegas
Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017 From Tacos El Gordo to China Poblano, the greatest local versions of the most important food.
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Mourning at Lou's Diner and reflecting on the wonderment of toast
Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2017 Patty tries to talk me into one of her cinnamon rolls. I regret not taking her advice on that one.
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Lagasse’s Stadium’s Biergarten experience arrives for Oktoberfest
Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2017 Frozen beer, flaky potato pancakes and much more await at Palazzo.
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The Kitchen makes Downtown’s Atomic experience even better
Thursday, Aug. 24, 2017 Chef Josh Horton isn’t serving any old bar food. The former Cili at Bali Hai executive sous has high-end chops.
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Discover adventurous sushi speakeasy Kame Omakase
Thursday, Aug. 10, 2017 Dig if you will the picture, of you and I engaged in a fish.
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Casual hot spot Meráki Greek Grill leads a wave of great Mediterranean food
Thursday, July 27, 2017 Local Greek options have expanded impressively, particularly in the southwest Valley.
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The innovative, delicious Boteco appears poised to make a local-scene impact
Thursday, July 6, 2017 Executive chef Rachel LeGloahec, formerly of the Robuchon restaurants at MGM Grand, has crafted a precise and concise menu.
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The out-of-the-way Cured & Whey serves up satisfying sandwiches
Thursday, July 6, 2017 The menu highlights artisanal ingredients like Hudson Valley duck ham on the duck Reuben and the Savini truffle sauce on the truffle honey grilled cheese.
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Gordon Ramsay Steak marks five deliciously dominant years
Thursday, July 6, 2017 Gordon Ramsay Steak's special anniversary tasting menu has been extended through the end of August.
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Hunting for unicorns: Across the Vegas Valley, collectors are filling up fridges with rare beers
Thursday, June 15, 2017 Unless you had your ear to the ground, you missed out on the single case of Firestone Walker’s Stickee Monkee each Lee’s location received a couple weeks back.
- Reviews
Swap meet hideout Pierogi Cafe tastes fantastic
Thursday, May 18, 2017 The Polish dumplings might be ubiquitous in my hometown of Chicago, but fresh ones are rare finds in the desert.
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Notes from the 2017 Vegas Uncork’d food and wine festival
Monday, May 1, 2017 Spago's 25th anniversary, Jaleo's Lunch Like a Spaniard and the Grand Tasting.
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Lively Tumeric brings Indian cuisine to Fremont East
Thursday, April 27, 2017 Perhaps the most intriguing part of the menu is dedicated to South Indian specialties.
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Head to MonteLago Village for a super-chill beer festival
Thursday, April 27, 2017 Get your drink on while strolling around with the family as live jazz wafts in the background
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The new Andre’s Bistro blends classic French recipes with more casual fare
Wednesday, March 29, 2017 The latest version of the local legend, Andre’s Bistro & Bar is destination dining no matter where you reside.
- Nightlife
Caesars fave Beijing Noodle No. 9 serves up spicy Sichuan
Thursday, March 9, 2017 This garlic fish dish might alter your consciousness.
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Bar Code’s burger-centric menu advances local pub food
Thursday, March 2, 2017 What was a generic East Flamingo video poker bar is now a delicious destination.
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Subtle change makes Japanese restaurant Chabuya even better
Thursday, Feb. 16, 2017 Chabuya’s seafood-forward menu rewards adventurous and risk-averse diners.
- Reviews
The new Aureole is a must-eat under chef Johnny Church
Thursday, Feb. 2, 2017 The Mandalay Bay mainstay has been revamped with tremendous results.
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Yuzu Kaiseki continues the evolution of local Japanese cuisine
Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017 This chef-driven experience is one of a kind in Las Vegas.
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Morimoto’s cuisine finally lands at MGM Grand
Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2016 For about three years now, chef Masaharu Morimoto has flirted with Las Vegas.