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| - Best new restaurant in Henderson and beyond, bar none. We've been enjoying Il Chianti for two months now, 7 visits in all, and every time the food, service and ambiance have been nothing short of impeccable.
We met warm-hearted Chef Rudy Janeo on our first visit, he greeted us enthusiastically at the door, and checked in on us several times throughout our meal. This is one highly experienced top-notch Chef who is extremely passionate about his food and his guests, who truly desires to bring you the very best dining and entertainment experience. And it shows. Truly a one-of-a-kind extraordinary chef who serves each meal with kindness, laughter and genuine feeling, makes you feel a part of his family from the start.
On our most recent visit two nights ago, live soft jazz was playing which set such a beautiful mood throughout our entire meal. Thank you Chef Rudy, we loved it!!
We were greeted and seated immediately, and within two minutes had some of Chef's famous pillowy bread loaves with a balsamic and olive oil dipping sauce. These rolls are fresh, warm, flavorful and addictive, and are generously served throughout your meal.
Now that we've had a chance to meander our way through the beautiful and lengthy menu, here are some of our repeat favorites:
*Apps*
Involtini di Michelle -- An extraordinary crispy-light lumpia, filled with fresh-crisp hot veggies and wrapped in butter lettuce with thai basil and an amazing sauce drizzle. Plus sweet chili and wasabi aioli for dipping. So delicious, we order this every single time, you should, too!
Calamari & Onion Ring Fritti -- Fresh and light calamari and onion rings combined with a spicy marinara and just the right kick of jalapeño cream. Never greasy or heavy, just perfect!
Burrata Caprese Salad -- New to the menu and therefore by request only, but if you love burrata (fresh mozzarella filled with fresh cream, gently aged to perfection), it's a definite must-order, with thick-sliced real tomatoes, red onion, capers and eggplant.
*Mains*
Linguine Fra Diavolo -- Succulent jumbo shrimp and basil leaves in a bold marinara sauce over fresh linguine pasta...I like to add a bit of fresh spinach and I could eat this every day all day long, it is that good!
Lobster Ravioli with Blackened Shrimp -- OMG need i say more, this is an incredible dish full of love and character, beautifully prepared with asparagus and an amazing vodka tomato sauce finish
Lynn Pear & Cheese -- Most recently tried this popular specialty combining rock shrimp with homemade cheese and pear tortellini, the to-die-for vodka tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese baked atop. You can't go wrong with this one, it's compelling and creative and oh so delicious.
Cioppino Alla Livornese -- Outstanding flavorful broth with abundant lobster, shrimp, scallops plus clams, mussels, salmon and more. Trust me, you're going to want extra bread to soak up all the delicious flavors!
Hubby swears by the Chicken Scallopini, Veal Piccata, and Spaghetti Bolognese...best he's had, bar none. The Italian Sausage is large and in charge, two fat juicy links of wholesome Italian goodness.
You really must save room for one or three of Chef Rudy's outstanding desserts, all lovingly prepared in-house. Lemoncello Gelato, Tiramisu and Crème Brûlée are must-have favorites, and new surprises are appearing all the time. Honestly, we've never had a better or more beautifully flavored Tiramisu, ever!
Il Chianti is a small drive for us from Boulder City, but we would gladly drive twice as far to experience truly extraordinary Italian cuisine at its freshest and finest. Say hello to Chef Rudy whenever you visit, he'll be delighted to meet you!!
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