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| - It was eleven am and we were just waking up...mmmm... Vegas does that to you sometimes. We called our favorite deli, but they weren't serving breakfast anymore, so we made our way to the Tour Eiffel.
It was brunch time, but on a Monday.
The short trip up the elevator adds to the thrill, and entering through the spotless kitchen is an event in itself. The restaurant had just opened, so it was deserted and we were seated by the window, across from the Bellagio lagoon. It was a dry sunny day, and the great view just added to the ambience. The structure of the tower with beams and rivets adds to the decor, and feeling of being transported.
I was encouraged to practice speaking French, and all the waiters were perfectly happy to parle avec moi, et ils sont plus polite!! The waiter suggested a mimosa, and the meal was on. I got to enjoy the seafood salad, with a fabulous vinegrette. The service was the most suave and unobtrusive I have ever had in America, with each dish being whisked away just as we finished it. The amuse bouche of mushroom flan was a delight, as was the meal. We didn't have desert, but decided to return to the restaurant for Thanksgiving dinner.
As we left, we were happy to meet the manager of the kitchen, and spot the chef at work with his crew.
We were snowed on a side trip to Zion, and made reservations for Thanksgiving dinner at the last minute upon returning to Las Vegas.
Curiously there was only one table left, and it was at the exact time, 4:15 that we requested. We had calculated the time to give us the most sunset view. Not even expecting a window seat, we were delighted to be seated at the window, again with a beautiful view of the Bellagio fountains, and the Paris hot air balloon. The restaurant also provided a photographer, and we took advantage of the opportunity to have our photo taken with the balloon and lights in the background!
The waiter was the professional, humorous, and good natured about my speaking French! He was knowledgeable, and courteous in a way that only the best waiter can be! We did have the prix fixe Thanksgiving meal, and the turkey was the most delicious that I have ever had. I am now a big turkey fan, because of the dryness factor, but this was moist, delicious, and the skin perfectly browned. It was treated like the game bird that it actually is, and roasted with flair and dedication!
The cabbage and Brussels sprouts were cooked to perfection, and the chestnut dressing brought back memories of childhood. The potatoes were yummy and delicious. We ordered ahead, and had the pumpkin souffle, which was light as air, and yet flavorful.
I must say, it was the best Thanksgiving ever. Light and delightful, with a French flair!! Merci mille fois au La Tour Eiffel!!
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