Aria is a beautifully modern resort, and the cafe decor reflect that (although the color scheme was a little cold utilizing lots of grays).
The Good
Our service was great, contrary to many of the reviews.
The Bad
Yes, this is Vegas and I expect high prices. However, I also would like the quality to be somewhat reflected in the price. Steak and eggs ($25) had a cut of meat that was full of tendons and fat. Half of it was not edible. The food coloring also made me lose my appetite (to their defense I believe 90%+ of restaurants have meat with good coloring). I think I'm becoming a vegetarian.
The Chilaquiles was drenched in Salsa Verde (which tasted like it came from a can). It's like eating a salad drenched in dressing. The flavors didn't come through and all I could taste was the salsa verde. Most if it was not eaten.
Red velvet pancake was okay. Topping was overly sweet. Great if you are Buddy the Elf. Being ably to customize would have been good. This sugar overload is "before" adding the syrup, which did come on the side.
The fresh juice was highly recommended by the waitress. I ordered it without questioning. Afterwards I found out that we were charged $7 for lemonade and more for watermelon juice. The fresh squeezed element is good. But...for that price I would rather get a fresh pressed green power juice at the Canyon Ranch Spa. Lemon+water+sugar just doesn't seem to warrant that.
Total bill $80+ tip for 2 adults. We left hungry....