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| - Even though this business casual French restaurant received one Michelin star back in 2009 and I was somewhat impressed with the initial truffle presentation ($220 for 10 grams of white truffle on spaghetti dishes only & $25 for 3 grams of black truffle on any dishes), I really feel that it wasn't worth $163 (not including tax and tip) for somewhat lackluster 5-course create-your-own menu (Menu B).
I will admit that the restaurant is somewhat difficult to locate within the MGM Grand, but just walk toward to the KÀ Theatre and it is conveniently located right next to the theatre. I booked my reservation through the OpenTable and the service was pretty much business as usual (well there was a minor hiccup on refilling my water cup), but I did notice that the staff selectively engaged in small talks only with certain customers. Decent breads, but nothing incredible.
Menu: If you don't want to think too much, then you have three create-your-own-menu options ($58 Menu Pré Théâtre: amuse-bouche, 1 appetizer, and roast of the day; $108 Menu A: amuse-bouche, 2 appetizers, 1 main course, and 1 dessert; $138 Menu B: amuse-bouche, 2 appetizers, 2 main courses, and 1 dessert). Just a note, some dishes require additional $10 or $15 supplement. If you did your research and know what you want, then you can always order small / large à la carte tasting portions instead (the staff said 3~4 small tasting portions will be enough to fill you up).
*** $138 Menu B: amuse-bouche, 2 appetizers, 2 main courses, and 1 dessert ***
L'amuse-bouche (foie gras parfait with a port wine reduction and Parmesan foam): Tasted slightly milky with a very distinct taste of foie gras. It was like having foie gras in liquid form. Definitely a good start.
L'avocat (avocado with vegetable medley and tuna belly confit): Sliced tuna belly covered in avocado and few pieces of leaves. Considering how much I had to pay for this dish ... it wasn't very memorable.
La Daurade Et Le Saumon (snapper and salmon carpaccio with lemon vinaigrette and Espelette pepper): As someone who've had lots of good nigiri and sashimi, fish quality was good but not exactly amazing. Too much emphasis on olive oil, but I did like a hint of spicy kick from pepper.
Le Homard (Maine lobster over a light spiced creamy "tagliatelle pasta" - supple. $10): I got a simple description for this dish - egg noodle with creamy sauce & slightly dry chewy lobster.
Le Boeuf (beef tenderloin cooked with black Malabar pepper - supple. $15): Possibly the best beef tenderloin I've had ... ultra tender meat with smooth mashed potato. HOWEVER, pepper tasted slightly overwhelming and it somewhat ruined the overall flavors of this dish.
Les Tartes (traditional tartes): Assortment of flavors that include lemon, cinnamon, blueberry, etc - some tarts tasted too sour, but some tarts were pretty good.
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Not sure if I would pay additional $25 supplement on TOP of already expensive $138 dinner menu. In fact, I would steer away from the create-your-own menu because items listed on the create-your-own menu aren't as appealing as items listed on the à la carte list. Overall I believe there are better way to spend close to $200 in Vegas and feel free to give this place a try if you don't mind overpaying for both food and the open kitchen experience.
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