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| - The service is top notch. The foie gras is to die for. The cheese platter is the most appealing in town.
I, unfortunately, was alone when I stumbled onto this freshly-renovated Vegas gem. I moseyed up to the bar in my shorts, and was surprisingly greeted with a warm welcome. They rolled out the red carpet for me, in fact.
I was lured in by the sign out front "2 for 1 martinis." The bartender made me an expertly prepared martini just the way I like it - slightly dirty with extra olives.
Whenever you dine in a French restaurant, it's almost criminal not to try their foie gras. Andre's is delectable, a seared, generous portion served over sweet, cooked apples. The sommelier suggested a 2002 Riesling Eiswein (they don't offer a Sauternes by the glass) to pair with the foie. It was rich, creamy, sweet, and mirrored the dish wonderfully.
Then the cheese sampler. It was served on a plate with separate, little nooks for the 10 or so cheeses that were each married with unique jellies. This dish was accompanied by a basket of sliced baguette and several types of crackers.
Andre's has over 1,500 bottles of wine in their cellar. They offer 20 by the glass. The sommelier is knowledgeable and extremely approachable.
The cigar lounge upstairs boasts an ideal setting for ending your evening with a fine cognac, Armagnac or port and a smooth cigar.
They have a private room upstairs for parties. Andre's would be an excellent choice for a wedding reception.
Thanks, guys, for the outstanding service and the warm welcome. I will definitely be back, but next time I'll bring someone to share it with.
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