One of the better Michelin starred rated restaurant I've ever experienced. I'm surprised it wasn't given a second star because I honestly felt that it ranked up there in quality and the experience. In my opinion, I had a better experience here than in Picasso, which has 2 Michelin stars.
Le Cirque is physically smaller than Picasso, and the theme is different too. Le Cirque has a "circus" feel to it with the murals of circus acts and I like the silk drapery that simulates being in a big circus tent. It also has some respectable views of the fountains too, that is if you score a table by the window.
The degustation menu is the only way to go if you have relatively no time constraints (2.5 hours) at Le Cirque. But they also have a smaller pre-theater menu as well. And with 15 somelliers on staff at Bellagio, getting the wine pairing is must.
The wine pairing was the best I've seen. And I only chose the somellier wine pairing. They have the more superior premium wine pairing, but I was already wowed with the cheaper version.
The 5 course menu was carefully and meticulously prepared. My favorite was the dessert. I chose the banana souffle and I would honestly come back, and just sit at the bar, and order 2 of these very decadent dishes. The best souffle I've ever had.
Again, I would rank this up there with restaurants having 2 Michelin stars. The staff was great. They entertained me as I sat there dining by myself. Such great hospitality. I will be back.