Las Vegas

Once you’re here, you might as well dig deep for the exquisite tasting menus. — Time Out

Raku, the Japanese grill specializing in robata and oden cooking, which has also been nominated for a number of James Beard awards, is well-known to gourmands and chefs. — Departures

The classics—such as his famous truffle artichoke soup and guinea fowl—are still here, and you can still ask for the traditional Guy Savoy experience. — Condé Nast Traveler

Picasso, with its stunning view of the Fountains of Bellagio, is by far one of the most elegant and awe-inspiring dining rooms in the world. — Forbes Travel Guide

Gifted chef-restaurateur Thomas Keller... opened a Bouchon restaurant atop The Venetian's Venezia Tower on the Strip. — Gayot

"Start spreading the news" – you'll feel "like Ol' Blue Eyes himself" at this "elegant" Italian in the Encore. — Zagat

"It's impossible to get a bad meal" at San Francisco chef Michael Mina's "exceptional" New American in the Bellagio. — Zagat

Thankfully, "you don't feel like you have to mortgage the house" to enjoy the scenery, "delicious" food or "pleasant" service, and that suits the frequent "crowds" just fine. — Zagat

This contemporary French cuisine is rivaled only by its jewel-box setting. $$$$ Open Tu-Su from 5-10 pm. — Where

Fine Greek cuisine, with an emphasis on seafood. $$$ Open for lunch daily from noon-3:45 pm; dinner Su-Th, 4-11 pm; dinner F-Sa, 4 pm-midnight. — Where

Celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse is best known for his talent with Creole cuisine, and at Delmonico he brings this influence to the steakhouse concept. — Forbes Travel Guide

Wolfgang Puck's globally influenced seasonal fare at Bellagio. — Gayot

Chef Julian Serrano stretches the normal boundaries of small plates, featuring both traditional and innovative interpretations of Spanish fare. — Where

SW Steakhouse at Wynn Las Vegas rises above and beyond a classic Vegas steakhouse. — Forbes Travel Guide

Often hailed as the finest Chinese gourmet in the city, this Michelin-rated restaurant serves fresh, authentic dishes in a sleek dining room set inside Wynn Las Vegas. — Travel + Leisure

Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten's homage to meat, Jean Georges Steakhouse at ARIA, stands out by featuring cuts from all over the world, including Japan, Argentina and Uruguay. — Forbes Travel Guide

Meals begin with bread served with a tapenade of roasted eggplant, tomatoes, olives and capers. Follow it with lobster bisque, large chunks of the crustacean in a rich broth with a sherry reduction. — Gayot

The lobster bisque is notable. The hot rock specialty is fun --- tenderloin medallions, ahi, jumbo shrimp and chicken breast cooked by diners on a sizzling granite slab. — Gayot

Vegas’ oldest steakhouse, serving nothing but Black Angus Prime beef. $$$$ Open nightly from 4:30-11 pm. — Where