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Pardon the pseudo-joke, but truly, if you like Italian food, this is your kind of place. If you like Frankie's music, this is your kind of place. And if you like BOTH Italian food AND Sinatra's music, this is a not-to-be-missed stop while in Vegas.
Our party of three loves both. So we were fascinated with the Sinatra and authentic Rat Pack items on display at the restaurant entrance (intimate correspondance between Frank and Sammy, Frank and Wynn, and others, along with some of his many awards). We were seated promptly and given a window table overlooking the terrasse and outdoor fireplaces. It was a beautiful table, and the whole restaurant is elegant and understated - except for the humongous portrait of The Chairman dominating the main wall!
Our waiter was superb, catering to my very-particular parents. My father wanted a basic pasta dish not on the menu; he was told sure! No problem, the chef can whip that up. Al dente, perfectly cooked, just as my dad liked it (he is hard to please). The waiter overheard my mother and I saying how we weren't sure we could finish a whole dish and he said he could gladly order us half portions of anything we liked. Wow, that was fantastic! It totally fit the bill! I ordered Sinatra's pasta with clams, and it was light and flavorful and the perfect portion. I forget what my mother had, but she loved it.
I opted for just some coffee after the meal, but my folks had the creme brullee and the various scoops of gelato, the latter which was plated beautifully. They also put a few chocolates on the table, which was a lovely touch. We talked well into the next day about how lovely our dinner was here. Truly, a wonderful meal.
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