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How come I've never written a review here? One of the most decorated, respected, and charismatic chefs in the world, Todd English has enjoyed a staggering number of accolades during his remarkable career. Also to his credit, English has authored the critically acclaimed cookbooks, The Olives Table, The Figs Table and The Olives Dessert Table published by Simon & Schuster. He's been in countless television shows, publications, and what not.
This Las Vegas offering of a Todd English favorite features a Mediterranean-style experience set against the breathtaking backdrop of Lake Bellagio. House-made pastas, steaks, rotisserie dishes, brick oven pizzas and sommelier-recommended wines complement the dining atmosphere. If you get a patio table during lunch time here, it's so nice to watch the water show at the Bellagio Fountain.
A charming and handsome talented chef, however, you will rarely catch him here because Executive Sous Chef Abraham Aguilar is the one in charges here daily. However, chef Todd English is usually here during some of the food and wines events, and you will surely catch him. He's quite a nice gentleman, beside a great chef.
- Grilled Squid and Octopus - vinaigrette of chickpeas, tomatoes, toasted garlic, parsley - was always a hit.
- Beef Carpaccio - gorgonzola polenta, parmesan, cipollini onions, balsamic reduction, scallion cream, garlic aioli is a MUST ORDER
- Flatbread - Fig & Prosciutto rosemary crust, sweet & sour fig jam, gorgonzola, prosciutto di parma - delicious.
- Spicy PEI Mussels - charred tomatoes, green onions, fresh jalapeƱos, garlicky chablis emulsion, capellini pasta, basil oil, herbed crostini - is always 1 of my FAV here.
- Braised Lamb Shank - stewed french lentils, wilted kale, natural lamb jus, rosemary sprig - probably 1 of the BEST on the strip, if not the the best.
I love coming here for lunch more than dinner, the vibe, the water show, the good service, and the consistent of the food, very reasonable price point for the strip, and all the top notch boutiques around here, perfect spot for a shopping break, as if I have any money left from donating to the tables.
If you are a M Life member, most likely your VIP host can comp you here :-)
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