The Resy Hit List: Where in Las Vegas You’ll Want to Eat Right Now

Acclaimed Mexican chef Gabriela Cámara brings her iconic seafood-driven cooking to the Strip with her new project at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas. The restaurant builds on the 27-year legacy of Cámara’s Mexico City institution Contramar, blending ingredient-forward seafood dishes with classic Mexican cantina fare. Menu highlights include tuna tostadas, wagyu aguachile negro de res, and the legendary pescado a la talla — whole-grilled fish brushed with red adobo and parsley sauce. An extensive agave program anchors the beverage menu run by maestra tequilera Bertha González Nieves of Casa Dragones, with roughly 50 Tequilas and tableside cocktails like margaritas and carajillos. The ultramodern space was designed by world-renowned architect Frida Escobedo and feels like a monochromatic work of art and a cozy cantina at the same time.

Cosplay “La Dolce Vita” at this Italian-leaning Las Vegas hot spot: The Sin City expansion of the buzzy NYC original is more meat-focused (as the name suggests) and also adds James Beard Award-winning chef Alfred Portale (longtime chef of Gotham Bar & Grill) to the mix. Brand new to The Wynn Las Vegas, the concept comes from BOND hospitality founder and nightlife vet Scott Sartiano, drawing inspiration from his own Neapolitan heritage. The menu centers on shareable dishes, including an extensive bistecca program, tableside pasta, seafood towers, and elevated Italian classics (veal Parm, lasagna, etc), complemented by an inventive cocktail program and design inspired by mid-century Milan. The result is a glamorous yet inviting dining room designed for long dinners, celebratory occasions, and the kind of over-the-top nights that Vegas does best.

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Major Food Group’s Carbone does in Vegas what it has done so expertly elsewhere: channel midcentury New York Italian American restaurants with tableside flair. It is, in short, a perfect fit for the Strip. The room is stacked with tuxedoed servers, polished wood, and red-sauce nostalgia — though the cooking is far more precise than your neighborhood trattoria. Signature dishes like spicy rigatoni vodka, veal Parmesan, and tableside Caesar salad arrive with a dose of showmanship, while the wine list leans heavily Italian. The vibe is buzzy and celebratory, attracting a mix of celebrities, high rollers, and devoted fans of the brand (notably Drake, who name-checks the spot in “Do Not Disturb”). Come hungry — and ready for one of the most entertaining meals in a city that knows how to do precisely that.

Having a hard time deciding between omakase or kaiseki? At Kaiseki Yuzu, you don’t have to. Choose your own adventure at this off-Strip Japanese hot spot by booking a seat at one of three culinary experiences: kappo, omakase, or kaiseki. Brought to you by James Beard-nominated chef Kaoru Azeuchi (who has served the Japanese royal family, among others), here, omakase means pristine nigiri alongside koji-marinated grilled beef, seasonal starters, and dessert for $175. Or check out the chef’s signature kaiseki for $235 which includes sushi, lobster tempura, otoro, lobster miso soup, and dessert, among other showshopping courses.

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Chef Sarah Thompson is the first female chef on the Strip to snag Best Chef: Southwest at the JBF awards, and once you step into Casa Playa, you’ll see exactly why. Since opening in 2021, Thompson has built Casa Playa into a mecca of coastal Mexican cuisine, combining traditional techniques with modern creativity. The restaurant highlights the flavors of Mexico through Pacific-sourced seafood, an extensive in-house masa program featuring six corn varieties from Oaxaca (sourcing from heirloom corn purveyor Masienda), and seasonal ingredients from regional farms. Must-orders include her kampachi with tomato dashi, charred tomato, and finger lime; and the crispy tilefish with cilantro, ginger, and habanero. Beyond the plate, Thompson is recognized for her commitment to mentorship, leading a kitchen where more than half of the team identifies as women.

East coast chef Kwame Onwuachi’s Maroon is the first of its kind on the Strip. Launching as a Caribbean steakhouse, it will blend bold island flavors with modern presentation at the SAHARA. The menu pulls inspiration from across the Caribbean diaspora, with dishes that balance spice, smoke, and vibrant tropical ingredients with live-fire cooking. Expect jerk-spiced meats, fresh seafood preparations, and shareable plates layered with citrus, herbs, and heat. The room’s warm, moody design and lively music create a festive atmosphere that feels more like a stylish dinner party than a traditional restaurant. This is like a palate cleanser for Vegas diners who are bored of the endless rotation of American steakhouses and red-sauce Italian joints. It’s also the first Black-owned restaurant to open on the Strip (reason enough to go!).

The Las Vegas outpost of BOA Steakhouse brings the sleek, VIP energy of its Los Angeles original to the Venetian Resort. Known for its glamorous dining rooms and high-quality cuts, BOA updates the traditional steakhouse formula with a modern edge. The menu ranges from prime dry-aged steaks and Japanese wagyu to seafood towers, inventive sides, and decadent desserts. Cocktails are strong, the wine list is deep, and the crowd tends to skew fashionable. It’s the kind of place where dinner easily stretches into a full evening out — equal parts indulgent meal and nightlife pregame.

Dinner and a show blend seamlessly into one at the Mayfair, found at the Bellagio, with its blend of old-school glamour and modern Las Vegas showmanship. Inspired by the grand supper clubs of the early 20th century, part of the dining room overlooks the Bellagio fountains while a rotating cast of singers, dancers, and musicians performs throughout the evening. The menu leans classic and indulgent — shrimp cocktail, filet mignon, sushi starters — paired with strong martinis and Champagne. Dinner unfolds in acts as performances build throughout the night, eventually transforming the elegant room into a full-blown party. It’s a quintessential Las Vegas experience: glamorous, indulgent, and unapologetically over the top.

If you’re a fan of “Vanderpump Rules,” then this hotel and its aptly named cocktail bar, Gigolo (after Lisa’s dearly departed pup), might just be for you. But even if you’re not, the moody vibes and intriguing cocktails are worth checking out anyway. Opened recently at the new Vanderpump Hotel, the head mixologist is Lisa’s own daughter Pandora (Bravo fans will clock the name) who serves an array of over-the-top concoctions including the Talk Dirty to Me, a martini for two served with 15 olives. When you order the Hush Hush, a cocktail made with jalapeño vodka, triple sec, strawberry puree and hot honey, you’ll be prompted to write down a racy secret and slip it into the Vanderpump Vault before receiving the drink. It doesn’t get much more Vegas (or Vanderpump) than that.

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Set on its dazzling “Lake of Dreams” (think 5,500 LED lights and a 45-foot waterfall), this coastal Mediterranean newcomer is among the cohort of shiny new restaurants to debut at The Wynn. Executive chef Martin Heierling sources fish daily from across the Mediterranean, and uses it in the dry-aged fish program (a point of pride) which highlights branzino and whole salt-baked sea bream, 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 a menu dedicated to Spanish-inspired gin and tonics.

The newest omakase to hit the scene, Sumo Omakase offers a more intimate, chef-driven experience away from the Strip’s flashier dining rooms. The restaurant focuses on a traditional Edomae omakase format, where chef Tomo crafts a multi-course progression of seasonal seafood flown in from Japan. Each piece of nigiri is served moments after being shaped, highlighting pristine fish, perfectly seasoned rice, and subtle touches like freshly grated wasabi. The counter seating keeps the focus squarely on technique and ingredients, creating a calm, almost meditative atmosphere. It’s a welcome counterpoint to the chaos of Las Vegas dining — calm, precise, and perfect for the sushi purist.

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 fountain show. 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 powerboat, which will take 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. 

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, Las Vegas. Located inside the Venetian resort, the 17,000-sqare-foot space designed by Rockwell Group features “stadium-style” seating complete with a skybox for a view of the action along with a DJ booth, making this the clubbiest iteration of the concept to date (with locations also in Miami and Singapore). A hybrid of Korean barbecue and American steakhouse, the offerings center around meat — top-notch wagyu to be specific — with some throwback and classic dishes along the way. Expect opulent raw bar dishes including The Grand Plateau — sashimi, oysters, prawns, and lobster “escargot,” COTE’s signature “Butcher’s Feast” of USDA prime & A5 wagyu for $88.88, or a $225 steak omakase, complemented by a 1,200+ bottle wine list.

Still one of the hottest reservations on the Strip four years in, this glamorous spin-off of the West Hollywood supper club at The Wynn is about as exclusive as it gets in Vegas. So exclusive in fact, that 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. Pro 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).

The ultimate see-and-be-seen restaurant, Cipriani is a global symbol of understated Italian luxury, bringing its timeless Venetian elegance to the Wynn Las Vegas. The menu stays faithful to the brand’s legendary classics: delicate beef carpaccio, baked white tagliolini with Praga ham, and the famed vanilla meringue cake. Service is polished but unfussy, and the atmosphere feels like a glamorous European dining room transplanted to the Strip. Cocktails included a bottled version of the original Bellini — first created at Harry’s Bar in Venice — while the wine list emphasizes Italian producers. For those seeking a refined escape from the casino floor, Cipriani delivers old-world sophistication with impeccable consistency.

The L.A.-based taqueria from Victor Villa was beloved well before Bad Bunny put it on the global map during last year’s Super Bowl halftime show, and for good reason. Known for their signature queso tacos (a taco laced with a skirt of fried Monterey jack) as well as blue corn tortillas and mesquite-grilled meats, you can now find all of Villa’s hit dishes in Las Vegas inside the new off-strip Durango Casino & Resort. Stop by a Villa’s Trio (a three-taco sampler) for lunch, dinner, or a late-night snack, as it’s open until midnight.

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