L'Atelier is the more wallet friendly version and casual side of the main Joel Robuchon located in the MGM Casino. Let's give a go on their Chef's tasting menu:
Breads - outstanding variety of baked goodies kept us happily munching away. The carbs were warm, buttery and soft. A few were flaky and could easily stand on its own without any additional spreads or olive oil.
L'amuse bouche. Foie gras parfait, an appropriate starter with a silky smooth texture with a light foamy top. A hearty shot glass with a surprise of foie gras awaiting below.
Le celeri- celery mousse. The crisps of the chip and the crunch of the carefully placed celery decor blends in with the delicately composed bi-colored base.
Le Saint Jacques- sea scallop. A feast for the eyes with a soft, yielding texture. I could find no fault or defect in this perfection.
Les langoustines - melt in your mouth goodness. Mini lobsters or large prawns poached gently then painted in green, basil pesto sauce. I'd rather eat these than lobsters.
La cebette- white onion tart. An impressive dish, toppings of smoked bacon lardons, asparagus, spotlighting the quail egg as the focal point. The foundation of it all, a crispy but not tough crust that holds it all together. Masterful.
Le saumon- salmon. How do they do it? Another creation that looks so incredibly basic but yet amazingly scrumptious with a non-piscatorial funk.
Le caille- quail stuffed with foie gras. I may have cracked a tooth on one of their small bones (ouch!!) from eating a bit too hastily. Could I have another piece?
La mangue- mango mousse. Creative, exotic gold wrap on dessert. I didn't know whether to cash it in at the casino cashier or eat it.
Le chocolat- warm chocolate cake with mint. Icy mint and warm contrast of cake is never an issue. Design and color yet another winner.
Expresso finisher. Warm shot of java to finish off.
Enough reviews of L'A de JR tells you it is worth a visit and I highly support that recommendation.