Foodies rejoice! Las Vegas is known for its gambling, its glitter, and its glamorous nightlife, but the place is also a gastronomic haven.
Some of the best restaurants on Planet Earth are located in Vegas, many of which will set you back a pretty penny, dime and often a goodly number of Ben Franklins. But because we at the Riviera Hotel and Casino want you to impress your tummy while also saving those coins for slot machines, we’ve put together a list of restaurants in town that will not only give you great food but also great value.
R Steak & Seafood
www.rivierahotel.com/las-vegas-dining/r-steak-seafood/
2901 Las Vegas Blvd., South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
If excellent, affordable surf and turf is what you want, look no further than the R Steak & Seafood. From filet mignon to oysters on the half shell to the best baked potatoes outside of Idaho, you’ll swoon over R Steak & Seafood’s offerings. (Don’t forget to try the chopped salad: R’s signature iceberg lettuce concoction with dried cranberries, feta cheese, and applewood smoked bacon. Yum.)
Not only that, but R Steak & Seafood offers special events, such as a Scotch Tasting Dinner and a Beer Tasting Dinner, both happening in Summer 2012. (For details, click on the web site above.)
Best of all, this premier Las Vegas restaurant is located just seconds from your room when you stay here at the Riviera Hotel & Casino. Call (702) 794-9233 for reservations: we’re open for dinner from 5pm-10pm, with Happy Hour from 5 to 6.
The Barrymore
http://www.barrymorelv.com/
99 Convention Center Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Want one of the best burgers in town in one of Vegas’s swankiest and most stylish establishments? Then The Barrymore is for you: one part pub, one part classic English library, and one part 1930s speakeasy, the dark, sumptuous décor cocoons you in velvet and leather. And the food is just as gorgeous, with American Classic cuisine paired with local craft beer and handcrafted cocktails.
In the end, get the burger. And get a reservation: (702) 407-5303.
Crepe Expectations
http://www.crepeexpectations.com
9500 S Eastern Ave
Ste. 150
Las Vegas, NV 89123
Versatile, affordable and downright delicious, crepes are perfect for breakfast, lunch, dinner or dessert. Vegas favorite Crepe Expectations has the batter down to a science – and even includes gluten-free batters – so that, whether you choose sweet or savory, you’ll always get a meal you relish.
Dividing the menu into “Savory Yum” and “Sweet Yum,” the chefs here cater to every taste bud: take your crepe to Little Italy with pepperoni, mozzarella, and a tomato-garlic-basil sauce. Or stuff it with veggies such as red bell peppers, mushrooms, zucchini and red onion. Or take a walk on the sweet side, pairing it with buttered pears, perhaps? Add in some goat cheese and candied walnuts and honey and you’ve got The Avalon.
Cheap and delicious. We like that.
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria
http://www.grimaldispizzeria.com
9595 S Eastern Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89123
(With other area locations as well)
You like thin crust? You’ll love Grimaldi’s. One of Vegas’s most beloved pizza joints, Grimaldi’s serves New York, thin-style pizza and fantastic drinks.
A Riviera tip for you: try to sit out on the patio. It’s a great atmosphere that enhances the meal.
Banana Leaf Asian Restaurant
http://rivierahotel.com/las-vegas-dining/banana-leaf-asian-restaurant/
2901 Las Vegas Blvd., South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
For those moments when you just can’t take any more delicious steak or American food, Banana Leaf provides the answer: from Thai to Malaysian to Chinese to Vietnamese dishes, you’ll get your pick of delectable, authentic, mouthwatering meals that will transport you across the ocean.
Banana Leaf is another stellar restaurant that we at the Riviera Hotel & Casino are proud to host on our property: the restaurant’s convenient location will make sure you can spend less time in the car and more time having fun!
