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| - I've been dreaming of trying this place for two years since I've been to L'Atelier multiple times on recent trips out here.
Everything from the start of the evening to the end was very well organized with friendly people and knowledgeable servers. If you'd like to dine here, I'd encourage you to take advantage of their complimentary limo service that will pick you up anywhere on the strip and also drop you off anywhere on the strip when your meal is complete. The limo has complimentary fiji h20 as well as newspaper for your enjoyment (although the ride there is rather quick!)
The limo pulls through the MGM Mansion which is a secluded area that the general public cannot enter. It was ultimate luxury and I felt like we were in a humongous villa in Lago di Como in Italy or something. Upon your arrival at the mansion, you'll be escorted to the restaurant by Joel Robuchon staff.
Joel Robuchon was very glam and very Vegas. Although it was luxurious, I felt that it was a lot more showy and a lot more sparkly than typical Michelin-rated restaurants. Although..I guess they had to add this touch for a Vegas 3-star Michelin restaurant to give it character.
You're first introduced to the bread cart which are made in house. I definitely recommend grabbing a couple of different ones as they're all rich in flavors and also super soft & moist! Their super soft butter also pairs great with their breads.
As for the meal, I started with the caviar, then had the salmon tartar, then the chestnut & foie gras soup, and for my main dish - the duck & foie gras with potato puree. Finally, I went with the orange dessert and loved it. Each dish was exquisite and was presented in the most artful manner. I felt that presentation here was at least half if not more the reason to go here.
Finally, we ended with coffee & tea which is included and they bring a chocolate cart that they allow you to choose a couple yummy bites from.
Although the food was phenomenal, I have to say that they weren't as accommodating as French Laundry. While all French Laundry's non-alcoholic beverages are included in the price (as well as gratuity) - here, water is a whopping $10/bottle and gratuity is not included. Furthermore, you are limited to only 5 chocolates at the end of your meal - and they were mediocre at best - pretty to look at, but I have to admit that I've tasted better.
If I were to compare French Laundry to Joel Robuchon in terms of food, presentation, and service (since they are both the only 3 Michelin star rated restaurants of the West Coast) I would say that French Laundry is more warm, elegant, and has better variation of flavors, whereas Joel is more glam, shiny, and has "prettier" presentation.
Overall, I really enjoyed my experience here and without a doubt would not hesitate to come again!
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