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| - Charmed by this oasis of down-to-Earth, inspired, stylish food that would do any Pacific Northwest foodie town proud. We stumbled upon this place (rather, this entire cool block) after going to Pawn Star's Gold and Silver Pawn. Hungry for a food experience not involving jousting, velvet chairs, or a reservation next August, we turned to Yelp for recommendations. Carson's was at the top of the list and, as per usual, Yelp delivered.
Carson's is basically too cool and real for Las Vegas. It's well off the Strip and in a part of town I've heard called "seedy." For some reason, I was expecting an area reminiscent of Detroit, but, as all artistic types know, "seedy" can be, and often is, synonymous with "artist area."
ATMOSPHERE
We parked across the street (it was so easy) and were greeted from the outside by bistro lights draped over a Summe-ry deck, appropriate typography, and a view of some cool interior lamps and community seating... Very promising! Once inside, we were promptly and warmly acknowledged and seated at the long table in front of the open kitchen area. The decor was restrained and laid back (as only these types of hipster-y restaurants can be), but still conventionally "nice" and upscale enough to be considered a fancy date night type of place. There was an actual fire place outside at which people could smoke and gather... I bet that kicks ass in the summer!
SERVICE
Was also quite impressed by the fast, fun service. The chefs and servers were all pretty quirky and friendly and we enjoyed their hospitality as they explained the dishes and even their own histories with us.
FOOD
I ordered the lovely beets which were freshly cut and naked except for drizzles of honey, nutty cheese, and fresh tangerine. So delicate, earthy and good!
We also ordered the Rainbow Cauliflower, which was just baked enough. The florets had a subtle toasted flavor without being burnt, and were tender but firm and cut up into just the right sizes. Believe you me, in my experience, it's truly difficult NOT to burn those florets (or have them come out of the oven like a limp, soggy noodle), but this place pulled the dish off perfectly.
I have to also give an additional shoutout to the Terducken Pot Pie. It's basically deconstructed pot pie and is incredibly original in its deconstruction, reconstruction. The "topping" of the pot pie is in fact biscuit crumbles that are lightly toasted and very flavorful. The Terducken part speaks for itself in terms of flavor and juiciness and is seriously off the hook.
I wish my stomach was bigger because I would have ordered so many more dishes if I could have!! Alas! I'll have to come back here sometime to try the flat bread... If it's anything like the rest of the food, service and atmosphere, we'll be in luck.
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