From one of the most celebrated buffets in Las Vegas to a private chef's table dining experience for just nine people, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas offers a diverse variety of dining experiences begging to be explored.
Whether guests are looking for the classic Las Vegas experience, punctuated with a good steak and a smooth drink, or something more contemporary-say Mexican/Chinese fusion cuisine-The Cosmopolitan serves up award-winning, world-class chefs, internationally acclaimed dishes and enough variety to keep even the pickiest of eaters happy.
Here are some of our favorite places and menu items:
Beauty & Essex Las Vegas
Hidden behind a pawn shop storefront, Beauty & Essex Las Vegas celebrates the sharing culture with its own take on small plates and classic cocktails. The speakeasy-style setting, a partnership between chef and restaurateur Chris Santos and the ever-lively Tao Group, has been earning high-acclaim ever since its opening in 2016.
Try: Jewels on Toast, topped with a variety of tasty toppings from crispy chicken skin to quail egg to bone marrow that will have guests forgetting that avocado on toast was ever a thing.
Blue Ribbon
Las Vegas dining is the epitome of "if you can imagine it, someone else has already created it." But in a world of extravagant culinary spectacle sometimes all you want is some good old-fashioned American cuisine. Enter Blue Ribbon, born in New York some 25 years ago, as a place where "chefs go to eat."
Try: The fried chicken here is epic, but then again so is the beef marrow and oxtail marmalade. If dining in a group, the Pu Pu Platter offers a taste of six Blue Ribbon favorites.
China Poblano
When people talk about Asian fusion cuisine, they probably aren't thinking about blended flavors from Mexico and China. But they probably should be, especially when guided by international celebrity chef Jos Andrs. China Poblano brings together noodles and tacos in a way that makes people wonder why this hasn't been done more often.
Try: Let the chefs decide on your behalf with the "Chef's Experience" or "Jos's Away" tasting menus designed just for you. For dessert, go exploring with the Chocolate Terra Cotta Warrior, where a decadent "soldier" is buried under dirt made of cookie crumbs, sesame and caramelized bananas.
by Jos Andrs
Speaking of Jos Andrs, by Jos Andrs offers an intimate tasting menu featuring creative Spanish avant-garde dishes. If you're hoping to stake a claim on this popular tasting menu, be sure to plan ahead, The restaurant seats nine and there are only two seatings per night.
Try: Essentially, you'll eat what they serve, but paella will likely be a meal showpiece.
Eggslut
When Eggslut first opened as a food truck in Los Angeles, Angelenos went crazy for their New York-style breakfast sandwiches. The Eggslut empire has since expanded, including an outpost in Las Vegas.
Try: The bacon, egg and cheese sandwich is a classic, but if you're feeling the need for extra protein after a long Las Vegas night, check out the Gaucho Sandwich with seared wagyu tri-tip steak, chimichurri, red onions and seasoned arugula topped with an over-medium egg on a warm brioche bun.
Estiatorio Milos
Considered one of the finest Greek restaurants in North America, Estiatorio Milos serves up the flavors of Greece in a setting overlooking the Las Vegas skyline.
Try: The Milos Special, the signature dish of chef Costas Spiliadis and Milos, layers paper-thin zucchini and eggplant, which are then fried and served with tzatziki sauce and graviera cheese saganaki. Canadian travelers might want to sample the shareable lobster pasta, made from lobster fished out of the Bay of Fundy and served with onions sauteed in Metaxa brandy, tomato sauce, salt and pepper and olive oil on a bed of pasta.
The Henry
Night owls and early birds alike can be found at round-the-clock eatery, The Henry. The restaurant specializes in American comfort food, perfect for celebrating your big wins (or lamenting your slightly smaller wins.)
Try: The Signature Short Rib Benedict or Henry's Big Brioche French Toast are the ideal way jump-start your morning.
Holsteins
Once upon a time, slushy adult beverages in towering plastic containers were all the rage in Vegas. Now travelers in the know, crave high-octane-AKA alcohol-infused-milkshakes, like the Bam-Boozled line at Holsteins. While you're there, try a signature burger and snap a few Instagram-worthy photos of the dcor like the life-size neon pink cows and bright pop art from local artists.
Try: The Gold Standard, prepared with smoked bacon, aged goat cheddar cheese, tomato confit, baby arugula and garlic-chive aioli, is the favorite burger. Pair it with the Drunken Monkey milkshake blended with Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, banana, malt & Frangelico.
Jaleo
When Jos Andrs' Jaleo restaurant first opened in Washington D.C, it became one of the nation's first successful tapas restaurants and set a benchmark for those to follow. The award-winning Las Vegas location calls upon the spirit of the original location but blends it with the excitement and spectacle that can only be found in Las Vegas.
Try: Paella cooked over a large wood-burning grill is a true show-stopper, but then again, so is the Jamn ibrico de bellota, some of the finest cured meat in the world. This is a signature item for Jaleo, which was the first restaurant in the U.S. to offer it.
Momofuku
Momofuku first founded by chef David Chang in 2004 in New York, has been credited as the impetus behind "the rise of contemporary Asian-American cuisine" by the New York Times. Other accolades, including the "most important restaurant in America" by Bon Apptit magazine, have followed, and Momofuku can now be found in six cities across the U.S. The first Las Vegas location has made its home inside The Cosmopolitan, where the menu features steamed buns, noodles and meat and seafood meant for sharing.
Try: The Fried Chicken & Caviar, which serves 4-6, features two chickens which are fried whole, then carved and served with truffle crme, ginger pancakes and a choice of Momofuku Reserve caviar.
Overlook Grill
For a casual meal in an indoor and outdoor setting, Overlook Grill at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas serves is located adjacent to the hotel's Boulevard Pool. Open from March to October, the vintage glam Overlook Grill serves up American staples daily curated specials.
Try: The Spicy Blue Crab Lettuce Wraps are a must-order item. Pair them with a signature Obnoxious Bloody Mary for a boozy mid-afternoon treat.
Rose. Rabbit. Lie.
Classic Las Vegas is alive and well at Rose. Rabbit. Lie., which offers a contemporary spin on the supper club setting. Live music, American classic cuisine and inspired cocktails make this a must-do on every Las Vegas itinerary.
Try: The Caviar Tacos, made with hackleback caviar, a Yukon gold potato shell and Hamachi, are a modern take on a classic treat. Or for a totally throwback meal, order the Beef Wellington cooked in a puff pastry and served with seared Hudson Valley foie gras, creamed spinach, roasted king trumpets and black truffle.
Scarpetta
For guests seeking out seasonally inspired Italian fare, Scarpetta's menus are designed for people who enjoy eating every last bite of their meal. Combine the top-notch menu with a view overlooking Las Vegas' famed fountains, and you'll soon see why this is perennial Las Vegas favorite.
Try: The Sicilian-spiced duck breast, served with preserved orange, root vegetables and caramelized endive or the seared sea scallops with sunchokes and roasted porcini mushrooms.
STK
STK might be absent any vowels, but that's the only thing missing at this new-style Las Vegas steakhouse. Operated by The One Group and Executive Chef Stephen Hopcraft, STK features a relaxed dining atmosphere accompanied by a slightly sexy vibe from the tunes spun by the in-house DJ.
Try: Steak, of course, is always a great choice, but the Lil BRGs-two all-Wagyu beef patties with special sauce, cheese, housemade Japanese pickles, onions on a sesame seed bun-are a signature STK experience.
Wicked Spoon
Largely credited with elevating Las Vegas' buffet scene, Wicked Spoon seamlessly brings together top-quality buffet favorites with imaginative creations rarely seen in an all-you-can-eat setting. Tack on Bottomless Beverages, including mimosas, champagne, Bloody Marys, house red or white wine, or Bud Light draft, for the full Las Vegas experience.
Try: Forget the traditional buffet items and head straight to the bone marrow, oxtail poutine served over French fries, and spicy Gouda mac and cheese. For dessert, a gelato bar tops out a stunning display of sweet treats.
zuma
Inspired by Japan's informal izakaya-style dining, zuma spins a contemporary take on Japanese cuisine. Helmed by chef and co-founder Rainer Becker, zuma's menu stems from three kitchens-the main kitchen, the sushi counter and the robata grill-and are best enjoyed when they are shared.
Try: The flavorful rice hot pot with wild mushrooms and Japanese vegetables is sure to be a hit, as is the rib eye steak with wafu sauce and garlic chips.
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