in the last 8 years, we have only celebrated our friend's birthday once together. which is really sad and why we went to alex for a special birthday dinner.
alex is a swanky and gorgeous restaurant. and even though it's one of the most expensive restaurants i have ever dined in, they make sure you are stuffed with french goodness when you are ready to leave. the wine list is extensive and the mark-up high, but you really don't want to order too much wine here anyway. you need to have all your senses ready to experience the food.
presentation, taste, texture is all excellent and done with care. the foie gras was enormous and delicious as were the scallops. my rack of lamb was perfectly cooked. my meal ended with my favorite dish of the evening, the crunchy chocolate carmel bombe. a dark chocolate heaven.
even though the tasting and prix fixe menu is set they are ready at a moment's notice to serve the customer. my palate cleanser had mango in it (which i am allergic) and the waiter immediately whisked it away and presented me with a different palate cleanser- just as beautifully presented as the first set down before i even put my wine glass down. they are knowledgeable about the food and even though alex could be a stuffy-stiff kind of place, the staff makes you feel welcome and comfortable.
alex is a reason in itself to come to vegas and have a good time.