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| - I was in town for a convention and ate lunch here two days in a row. Both times, it was a truly outstanding experience.
The first day, I was alone for lunch so I sat at the bar. Two very professional servers with knowledge and personality waited on me. I had no idea what I wanted, so I did what is generally the safe thing. I asked for a recommendation.
The gentleman behind the bar highly recommended the Beef Carpaccio. This amazing dish includes gorgonzola polenta, parmesan, cipollini onions, balsamic reduction, scallion cream, and garlic aioli. I've included a photo so you can witness for yourself this succulent treat. It was the perfect lunch dish in every respect.
On the second day, I came back for lunch with a coworker and we sat at a table. A nice server came over to take our orders and today, I felt like pizza. So I again asked for a recommendation. The server said, "Well...it may sound strange, but I think the Fig & Prosciutto flatbread pizza is the best."
Figs in pizza? Really? Okay. Fig & Prosciutto it is. And she was right. It was a heavenly flatbread. The figs were, in fact, the highlight of the meal. A unique blend of flavors and I highly recommend you try it.
Something I also like about this restaurant is that when you're seated, they give you a free sample of their various Olives spreads, along with bread that ranges from soft to crispy. You could almost make a meal of these. And since I like olives, I'm a huge fan of the spreads.
The atmosphere here is outstanding as well. Inside and out. And if you choose to dine outdoors on the terrace, you're right in front of the Bellagio fountains. Enjoy the water show, music, fine cuisine, and the misters (if it's hot outside) gently spraying cool water down to you.
If you like olives, you love Olive's.
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