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| - This review is for their Spring 2014 Restaurant Week Menu.
Can I tell you how much I enjoy this place? I don't watch "Cake Boss," but I'm a fan of Buddy V's Ristorante. Its setting: rustic and contemporary with a homey ambiance that's reflected in its decor. The tall windows open up the space, providing view of Las Vegas Boulevard below. All right, enough of the interior design, on to the food!
Appetizer - Caesar Salad with Polenta Croutons, Parmesan, and Eggless Garlic Dressing: During Restaurant Week, I ate my share of Caesar salads from one restaurant to the next, and this one was the best because of the polenta croutons that were crunchy and soft at the same time. I wish I could eat this salad every day.
Main Course - My Dad's Bucatini Carbonara with Pancetta, Cracked Black Pepper, and Egg: One word: Divine. Ok, maybe a few more descriptive terms like creamy, pleasing to the palate. I would lick the entire bowl if no one was looking.
Dessert - Cannoli: Good, but not the best that I've had. It definitely packs a crunch and isn't too sweet as is, but there's always the option to sweeten it up further by dipping it into the chocolate sauce that it's paired with.
Not on the Restaurant Week Menu.
Appetizer - Garlic Bread: Topped with melted fontina and mozzarella cheeses. Makes a good, tasty starter.
Dessert - Lobster Tail: Filled with buttercream and garnished with fresh berries. Pretty yum, though difficult to cut into.
Service - Staff members were always aware of our table, never missing a beat.
Overall - This has quickly become a new Strip favorite of mine, and I'm already looking forward to my next meal here.
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