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| - The first time I came here, it was for an employee appreciation dinner. I was pretty surprised this restaurant was hiding inside The Orleans. I've heard of it, but no one really talks about it. And I think I know why.
First of all, the place itself is not too bad. The restaurant was clean throughout and had a very social-like vibe to it. My group was seated in a secluded part of the restaurant that was located in the back corner of the place. It's great for bigger groups that prefer a more intimate and slightly more quiet dining experience.
Service was okay. It wasn't the best, but it wasn't the worse. Since our group consisted of 10 people, you would think they would offer more attentive service. There were a couple of times it seemed the waiters forgot to check up on our table or refill our drinks.
Now for the food... For those that know me, I'm a big foodie. And when it comes to authentic cuisine of any kind, I have high expectations when businesses try to prove what they say about themselves. This place offers a mixture of Chinese and Japanese dishes.
To be honest, I wasn't really impressed with much. There are plenty of restaurants along the Chinatown area that serve authentic Asian cuisine at better prices as well as flavors. For what you're paying, you can get the same exact dish for much less and with the same type of ambience, all along Spring Mountain Rd. As for the sushi, the presentation and freshness was good, and it seemed like it was enjoyed the most.
All in all, if you're looking to spend money because you want a delightful dinner experience that's near The Strip and offers a hint of formality, this would be a nice place to hit up. However, if you just want a straight up nice dinner that is Asian-inspired and only care about quality and taste, find another place to go. Save this restaurant for a more formal occasion or when you're looking for a place to chill/catch-up with friends over drinks and some food. It definitely gives off that kind of vibe.
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