Visited Rick's Cafe a couple Saturday ago for brunch with the girls. I was at first skeptical from reading the Yelp reviews. What a huge investment to take the time to drive out there for a small breakfast buffet when I could easily have hundreds more options on the Strip!
I am happy to report I was pleasantly surprised. Here goes!
Upon entering the Westin Resort grounds, head toward the left hand side and you will start seeing signs for Rick's Cafe.
Go through some tunnel and down the stairs and viola!
Beautiful grounds and beautiful relaxing restaurant. The buffet area is inside this little dome/cave room. You will find fresh fruits ranging from strawberries to pineapples to various melons. Your typical canned peach accompanied with cottage cheese.
Moving down the aisle, you will find oatmeal and various toppings with your oatmeal. Cold cuts are next.
An assortment of pastries and toasts are available for your choosing.
You cannot miss the omelet/egg/waffle station. They even have egg whites only omelet - talk about fancy!!! They will do their best to accommodate to preparing your eggs. You can get waffles from them too.
Then there are your typical hot plates: bacon, sausages, corn beef hash, and a couple other things I can't remember right now, so it shall be a surprise to you.
Albeit the choices are limited, the quality was above average and enjoyable. It's all about the quality and not quantity here at the Westin.
The service was great; our coffee cups and water glasses were never empty. The beautiful ceiling to floor white Mediterranean curtains are absolutely beautiful.
If you are skeptical like I was about making the drive out to Rick's, then just take the plunge and do it. The drive out is scenic and once you get to Lake Las Vegas, the scenery gets better and better as you drive further in to the Westin.
One thing to keep in mind is that they do hold private events from time to time, so best to call ahead and make reservations. And don't be surprise if you have to call a couple times or wait for longer-than-usual for someone to answer the phone...