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| - Damn, I wasn't expecting an overtly touristy poolside cafe in the Cosmo to have one of the best brunches I've ever had...but there you go. Surprises happen.
When I wandered in on a Friday morning, I was surprised at how bustling it was. The place is light and bright, with orange walls and vintage photos all over the place. Thankfully, the place is also quite large, and the tables turn over quickly, so I didn't have to wait for a place to sit.
Ordering was a no-brainer -- Overlook Grill touts its red velvet waffle, and that's exactly what I had. And it lives up to the hype. It's one of the best waffles I've ever had, red velvet-style or otherwise. It was light and crispy, with a perfectly crisped exterior. Oodles of fresh strawberries and whipped cream cheese gave it just the right amount of decadence, without making it heavy.
I washed down the waffle with a glass of "carrotine" juice -- a cold-pressed mix of carrots, apples, pineapple, ginger, and a few other things. It tasted fabulous, and was a nice and healthy alternative to the typical mimosa.
Service was friendly and prompt the entire time I was there. At no point did I ever feel rushed, and the staff were happy to make smalltalk and offer suggestions about restaurants to explore on the Strip, both at the Cosmo and elsewhere. It's always nice to be a first-timer, but feel like a regular.
With those kind of positive vibes, there's no doubt I'll be back to Overlook Grill.
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