Las Vegas Restaurant Guide

More than 36 million people visited Las Vegas in 2009, according to the city's website. One of the biggest draws to Vegas is the fine dining experience you will find there. The Las Vegas restaurant scene has become one of the most prominent in the United States.

Types

• You can find all types of restaurants in Las Vegas---from fine dining to all-you-can-eat buffets. In addition, you will find casual dining, fast food, sports bars and 24-hour restaurants. The types of cuisine in Las Vegas show what a true melting pot the city is. The standard American, Italian and Mexican cuisines are common but more exotic cuisines such as Thai, Japanese, Caribbean and Brazilian are offered also.

Recommendations

• For an extraordinary experience, several top restaurants stand out. Andre's at Monte Carlo and Alize, on the top floor of the Palms Casino Resort, are luxurious award-winning restaurants run by chef Andre Rochat. Aureole at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino is a popular restaurant that offers American cuisine. Emeril's is a can't-miss restaurant for the dining experience and the celebrity chef. For a more fun-filled restaurant, try the ESPN Zone.

Considerations

• When choosing a restaurant in Las Vegas, consider the price and location. Many of the best fine dining experiences in Vegas will cost a pretty penny. To make your food budget stretch, you could try one of the buffets. Also, many of the hotels near the Vegas strip have excellent restaurants located inside, so you can eat well without going far.