L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon is a fantastic French restaurant located inside MGM Grand right next door to their big brother Robuchon. L'Atelier is definitely a favorite among chefs and foodies in Las Vegas. To start they brought out bread and butter which wasn't warm but that's ok because the Amuse-Bouche of Foie Gras with port wine and Parmesan Foam from the chef was a outstanding. Next I had the Le Kampachi Et Le Saumon [Salmon Carpaccio with Lemon Vinaigrette and Espelette] which was very good. Next was the LeJambon [Ibérico de Bellota ham with toasted tomato bread] definitely a favorite. Next was the LaCébette [Crispy tart of white onion with quail egg, bacon, asparagus and Parmesan cheese] absolutely delicious.
For the main course I ordered the Le Saumon [Yuzu caramelized salmon, sriracha aioli and nameko mushrooms] well all I can say is I expected more. It wasn't as good as I know it could be. They can do better. The second entrée that I ordered was the LaCaille [Caramelized Quail filled with Foie Gras served with potato purée] very very good. The side dish was the mashed potatoes and I think they were possibly in the top two that I've ever had, they were absolutely delicious. Lastly for dessert I ordered the Le Chocolat [Chocolate sensation, crémeux Araguani,Oreo Cookie Crumbs] it was to say the least delectable. Second was the La Mangue [Mango Mousse served with Coconut Sorbet and Almond Cake] very good but not as good as the Le Chocolat.
If you are at the MGM or in the area and feeling like French food try them out you will be glad that you did.