Las Vegas Dining: A Food Lover’s Guide to the Strip (WHAT TO EAT IN ONE DAY!)
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A few weeks ago, my husband and I decided to take a spontaneous trip out west. What started as a loop around the Grand Canyon was quickly interrupted when a massive snowstorm erased our plans. Luckily for us, this meant we got to explore the Valley of Fire instead.
If you want to see more about our time in the red rocks of Nevada, don’t forget to follow The Starving Chef on all the things so you can be the first to know when a new video is posted. After our journey through the desert, we ended our trip with a night in Vegas, baby!
First Dining Experience at Hell’s Kitchen
Our very first dining experience in Vegas was at Hell’s Kitchen, a restaurant set up to look exactly like the kitchen from the show. The show has filmed a few episodes there, but don’t expect dinner with a show from Gordon Ramsay himself.
For my first course, I had the golden beet salad, which I am absolutely obsessed with—soft golden beets with quinoa granola and warm yogurt. It was amazing! I’m definitely planning to make a copycat recipe of this soon.
We also had a plate of fresh raw oysters, as one does when in Vegas.
My husband opted to get the filet mignon and crispy Brussel sprouts for his main course and side.
And of course I had to go with the classics from the show: Beef Wellington.
For dessert we had the sticky toffee pudding, which was even better than I could ever begin to imagine. It was straight from heaven.
Exploring Area15 and Fremont Street
From Caesar’s Palace, we grabbed an Uber to Area15, home of OmegaMart. Unfortunately, it wasn’t clear on the website that you have to get tickets in advance. I really want to go back to Vegas just to make a video about OmegaMart because I think it would absolutely be worth the trip.
The rest of Area15 is just as cool to explore. We grabbed a few drinks while we meandered through the exhibits—and had to pause to wonder if someone slipped some acid in our drinks because things get WILD in Wink World.
After Area15, we found ourselves on Fremont Street with drinks as tall as they were expensive. I’m not sure what I expected Fremont Street to be like, but it definitely gives you a taste of what Vegas is all about.
A Day on the Strip
The next morning, we explored the Strip—dipping in and out of casinos from one end to the other. At one point, we found ourselves inside of the Bellagio Gardens, which were absolutely stunning.
For breakfast, we landed at HEXX Kitchen, where I had chicken and waffles, my obvious go-to, and my husband had the huevos rancheros tostada.
Afterward, to work up our appetites, we wandered over to New York City for a slice and a quick trip to Eataly. We mostly came here for the smells—this really is a foodie sanctuary in the middle of a bustling city.
There is no shortage of cool spots and shops along the Strip. One of our favorites was a random sweets store that boasted candy characters, toys, and a giant Toblerone. I even got to wave at Vice President Harris’ convoy as she visited town with her husband, which was a definite highlight of my day.
Dining with Guy Savoy and Gordon Ramsay
If you haven’t caught on by now, I don’t stop eating on vacation. On our way back to Caesar’s Palace, where we were staying, we stopped for a bite at Brioche by Guy Savoy. I really just wanted the clout of being able to say I ate something by Guy Savoy, so I got a simple ham and brie baguette, which definitely reminded me of the baguettes in Paris.
Speaking of Paris, that was the next stop on our trip. But first, I had to stop and eat the only salad they should serve at Caesar’s Palace. Yes, it was a goal on our trip to eat Caesar’s salad in Caesar’s Palace.
After a quick outfit change, we made our way down to Paris, where we were lucky enough to snag a few seats in the lounge at Gordon Ramsay’s Steak restaurant.
Pro tip—even if they say they are booked, if there are seats in the lounge, you can get the full menu on that side with the same service as an actual table without making a reservation.
We ordered the five-course menu—and I apologize in advance for the red lighting. It made it hard to really capture how elegantly everything was plated.
Our starter, or amuse-bouche, was a Scotch egg duo made with quail egg, Berkshire pork sausage, and red wine-braised cabbage.
For the first course, we were served a hamachi crudo—a kind of poke dish with pickled mushrooms, puffed rice, miso vinaigrette, and sweet and tangy lime aioli. Served cold, it was a refreshing start to our next course, which was scallops and risotto. The tomato dolce on this was amazing!
The third course was a land-and-sea beef Wellington combo. Since I had had the Wellington for dinner the night before, I let my husband have the beef while I hoarded the butter-poached lobster and potato puree.
Finally, for the dessert course, since we had the sticky toffee pudding the night before, we asked if we could switch it out for the deconstructed s’mores brownie. We were thrilled when they agreed to let us make the swap.
With full bellies, we took the elevators to the top of the Eiffel Tower—mostly because we hadn’t done it when we went to Paris in real life. Afterwards, we wandered back toward the Bellagio to catch a fountain show before packing up and heading to the airport. Vegas was an amazing adventure, filled with fantastic food, wild experiences, and unforgettable sights.
Viva Las Vegas!
Vegas turned out to be a whirlwind of incredible food and unexpected adventures. From savoring unforgettable dishes at Hell’s Kitchen and Gordon Ramsay’s Steak to exploring the vibrant and surreal sights of Area15, our trip was packed with excitement. Wandering down Fremont Street and exploring the iconic Strip added a quintessential Vegas vibe to our adventure. Every meal was a new experience, from decadent sticky toffee pudding to casual bites at Brioche by Guy Savoy. As we wrapped up our adventure with a trip to the top of the Eiffel Tower and a stunning fountain show at the Bellagio, it was clear that Vegas offers more than just glitz and glamour—it’s a playground for food lovers and thrill-seekers alike. I can’t wait to plan my next foodie adventure. If you have any suggestions, drop them in the comments below. Until then, Viva Las Vegas!
