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| - I was given 200 dollars by an overly drunk and frighteningly happy frat boy at a blackjack table at Harrah's at 6:00 in the morning. I am not exactly sure how or why he gave me said money, but I remember trying to give it back and he consistently refused, eventually the dealer gave me a look that said "leave, before he starts losing and sobers up." So I did. But what to do with the money? Well, 100 went into longer term savings, and 100 I decided to blow on a fancy dinner alone. After wandering the strip looking for a worthy restaurant I stumbled in to Jaleo.
First things first. Order a gin and tonic, they are amazing. I was skeptical, given that it is a Tapas restaurant, but do yourself the favor and order one. I also found myself drinking some wine that was good, but not mind blowing (like the G&T's).
The food is awesome, if you have not been to Spain before order a bunch of dishes from all over the place. I always recommend paying for pork, and theirs is top notch, definitely the high quality stuff. I like the Jamon Serrano, but find one that is in your price range and enjoy placing it in your mouth and letting it melt like butter.
Skip the Paella, it looks good and the fire is a neat little bit of flair but I wasn't impressed and found it to be the most overpriced item I ordered. I can't really remember any of the other dishes I had, but everything else was good to great, with the Ham, and the Gin and Tonic being my stand out favorites and the Paella being good, but not on par with everything else.
I occasionally indulge myself in fancy restaurants and this place is high on my list in Las Vegas, I will certainly be returning.
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