Let me start by saying that I am an Italian girl and I have a hard time finding good Italian food in the Las Vegas valley. Well folks, I have found heaven...on a plate! I have been going to Ventano's since they opened in 2003 and I fell in love with their food from the first time I ate there.
Tucked away in a quiet, residental area you will find Ventano's. Perfectly perched on a small hill with breathtaking views of Las Vegas. Sit on the patio with your honey for a nice romantic dinner or dine inside the restaurant where the lights are dimmed and gaze out the window to see the dazzling strip lights at night. Try the "shrimp on the stone" for a yummy appetizer to start with, crack open a bottle of delightful Riesling, taste the delicious entrees (Rigatoni Portafino is my fav), and of course indulge in dessert.
The have a good sized kids menu. My munchkin enjoys their delicious cheese pizza (Mommy enjoys it too, sssssh!). I normally don't eat the crust on my pizzas but boy, I sure do here.
The staff is excellent on checking back on your table to make sure you are satisified and the owner comes table to table to ask how your experience is going. Sign up online to receive discounts and the occasional free appetizer or look for flyers in the mail. They also have a large back room for parties and events. Our company had our 2009 Christmas party at Ventano's and it was the best one yet! They have an extensive wine list, gaming in the bar, and a menu full of delicious food. You NEED to check them out!
Bon appétit :)