Where to Eat in Las Vegas Right Now
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Has there ever been a more exciting time to dine in Las Vegas? OK, so maybe it’s always been exciting on some level — the grandeur, the theatrics, etc. — but the options have never been as star-studded, and frankly, as delicious as they are right now.
The stakes (and the steaks) have never been higher, and there seems to be more going on in Vegas than ever before, whether it’s race weekend or new venues drawing in crowds for residences from big-name artists.
With all that comes that eternal question: Where should I eat? And while we at Resy know it’s an honor to be the friend who everyone asks for restaurant advice, we also know it’s a complicated task. That’s where the Resy Hit List comes in.
Consider it your essential resource for dining in Las Vegas: a regularly updated guide to the restaurants that you won’t want to miss.
1. Sanga Spring Valley
This brand-new, intimate, high-end Japanese kaiseki experience from Kyoto-trained chef Munehiro Shimatani is primed to be the off-Strip dining destination this fall. Delayed from its originally planned opening date in 2020, it just opened its doors this fall inside the Decatur Twain Shopping Center. Grab a seat at the exclusive chef’s counter and enjoy the seasonally evolving multi-course tasting menu for $250 a pop, rooted in seasonal Japanese ingredients and precision technique — think tilefish with mushrooms, ikura chawanmushi, and A5 wagyu sukiyaki. With limited seating and a focus on artistry, Sanga is a hushed alternative to the larger resort venues — and it’s one of the few (if not only) kaiseki options in Vegas right now.
2. Carbone Riviera The Strip
The latest hot-ticket opening from Major Food Group (Torrisi, Sadelle’s) debuted in early November in the former lakeside Picasso space at the Bellagio, overlooking the iconic Fountains. CARBONE RIVIERA, sibling to the original CARBONE at nearby ARIA (and elsewhere), is inspired by the seafood-centric menus of southern Italy, so expect whole-fish presentations (salt-baked branzino, Dover sole) delivered tableside by captains in full show-mode, paired with throwback pastas like a two-pound lobster fettuccine or the famed Spicy Rigatoni Vodka. The interior was redesigned by Martin Brudnizki in blue-and-gold mosaics lined with works of art by greats like Picasso, Miro, and Renoir. But the real showstopper is the 33-foot Riva yacht that transports select VIP guests on a cruise around the famed Lago di Como (where the iconic Bellagio fountain show takes place). It doesn’t get much more Vegas than this.
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3. COTE Vegas Restaurant Row
Get ready for a smoke show: The NYC-born, Korean American steakhouse debuted this fall in the city where owner Simon Kim started his hospitality career. Located inside the Venetian, the 17,000-sq-ft space designed by Rockwell Group features “stadium-style” seating complete with a skybox and a DJ booth. Like its siblings, this Cote is a hybrid of Korean barbecue and American steakhouse, so offerings center around top-notch Wagyu beef. Expect a signature “Butcher’s Feast” of USDA Prime and A5 Wagyu for $88.88 or a $225 steak omakase, plus a 1,200-bottle wine list overseen by somm Victoria James. In this case, the team also tapped into a special collection of wines from the Venetian’s cellar, alongside a cocktail menu with only-in-Vegas creations such as Diamonds Are Forever (Tequila, dry curacao, Kota pandan liqueur). Word to the wise: The move here is to bring more than four people — and a big appetite.
4. The Vault The Strip
This IYKYK speakeasy-style cocktail bar is hidden in plain sight, but still flying under the radar among tourists and locals (for now). Located through an unmarked entrance on the casino floor of the Bellagio, inside you’ll find an ambitious cocktail program from Alinea alum Craig Schoettler with jaw-dropping presentations (everything from blow-torched garnishes to liquid nitrogen-spewing highballs). Theatrics aside, you’ll also find a serious collection of rare spirits and pitch-perfect takes on classic cocktails like Negronis and Manhattans. Alongside elevated bites like $103 Wagyu sandos or caviar-topped potato croissants, you can also expect guest pop-ups. Stop by on your way out before dinner, late-night, or after seeing your favorite show on the Strip for a nightcap.
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5. Weera Thai Street Food West Sahara Ave,
Photo courtesy of Weera Thai Seafood
Vegas’ significant Thai population means there’s many exceptional, family-run restaurants to choose from (which comes in handy once you’re tired of big-box casino dining). This Chiang Mai-born Thai chainlet has multiple locations already in Las Vegas, including Weera Thai Chinatown and Weera Thai Seafood, but more recently they opened a fifth location near The Golden Steer on W. Sahara that highlights bold Thai street-food flavors. High ceilings and calm, colorful interiors are the perfect setting for a menu highlighting Isaan staples like sizzling crispy pork belly with holy basil and fried egg and classic chicken khao soi noodles. And don’t forget to finish off with classic mango sticky rice, or roti with ice cream for dessert.
Photo courtesy of Weera Thai Seafood
6. Pisces Bar & Seafare The Strip
Set on its dazzling “Lake of Dreams” (think 5,500 LED lights and a 45-foot waterfall), this coastal Mediterranean newcomer is the latest restaurant to debut at The Wynn. Executive chef Martin Heierling sources fish daily from across the Mediterranean, and uses it in their dry-aged fish program (a point of pride) which highlights branzino, and whole salt-baked seabream, among other options. The two-level dining room, designed by Todd-Avery Lenahan sparkles with a mosaic copper floor, 400 Murano-glass orbs overhead, and a bar spotlighting artisan cocktails and wine pairings. The cocktails, curated by Wynn Las Vegas’ master mixologist Mariena Mercer Boarini, include the Sirena, made with strawberry lemongrass vodka, passionfruit cordial, wild thyme honey, pineapple, Amalfi citrus, and clarified Greek yogurt as well as a menu dedicated to Spanish-inspired gin and tonics.
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7. Delilah The Strip
This glamorous spinoff of the West Hollywood supper club within the Wynn is still one of the hottest tables on the Strip. In fact, photos, videos, and social media aren’t even allowed (seriously). The lack of distractions will leave you poised to fully enjoy spins on American classics like black truffle lobster rolls, Wagyu pigs in a blanket, towering plates of raw oysters, and premium cuts of meat (even if you can’t Instagram any of it). Add in nightly musical performances and you have the recipe for the perfect night out on the Strip. Hot tip: Catch a spot on the right evening and you might be privy to surprise musical performances from major artists (previous surprise guests have included Kid Laroi, Robin Thicke, Justin Bieber, and more).
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8. Catch Las Vegas The Strip
Brush up on your celebrity sightings at the Vegas outpost of the buzzy NYC original. Catch Las Vegas brings a blend of seafood, sushi, and steak to the Strip along with its signature energy. The brand, at all its locations, is equal parts serious food program and nightlife spectacle. You’ll spot signature plates like the iconic Catch Roll, truffle sashimi flown in from Toyosu Market, and Japanese Wagyu “hot rock” flying around to every table. The dramatic 7,000-square foot interior complete with lush greenery, cascading florals, and moody lighting, sets the stage for a night full of people-watching and a guaranteed good time.
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9. Shang Artisan Noodle Spring Valley
One of Las Vegas’ most beloved destinations for hand-pulled and knife-shaved noodles, this classic Chinese restaurant draws both locals and Strip-weary tourists willing to make a detour for comfort food. Make sure to start with spicy wontons and pork and cabbage dumplings, then order their signature Shang beef noodle soup made with slow-braised beef, and balance it all out with a plate of their cold sesame noodles. No reservations can mean long waits (guests start lining up at 11 a.m. when they open) so plan ahead or aim for an off-peak visit. With most dishes priced between $10 and $15, it’s one of the top-value meals in town. Also, look out for a new location downtown dropping in spring 2026.
No reservations. More info here.
10. The Golden Tiki Chinatown
There’s something about a retro-inspired tiki bar that fits just perfectly into the eclectic Las Vegas nightlife landscape. Located off-Strip in a Chinatown strip mall, this is the perfect escape from one too many nights of casino-bound decadence. Inside you’ll find clientele that run the gamut from off-duty performers to colorful locals. Tiki bar fans will geek out on all the classic drink options including painkillers, mai tais, and several takes on an old-school Dole Whip soft serve (with optional rum floater). Make sure you stop by for the daily 4 to 7 p.m. happy hour which features $6 draft beers, $9 specialty cocktails, and discounted food specials with items like coconut shrimp, fried gyoza, and crab rangoon.
