There are a lot of gorgeous interiors in Las Vegas restaurants, but one of the most striking has to be NoMad Library in Park MGM. The quiet walk to the restaurant exudes luxury, and the plush entrance to the restaurant opens up to a dining room lined on all sides by books. It’s a décor trend that has gained prominence in the last few years, and it’s something NoMad has perfected. Cozy banquettes nestle against the wall, and cushy booths dominate the center of the room. There are so many volumes on the shelves that one almost expects to see a library ladder sliding by during dinner.
NoMad is known for its killer cocktail list, but it changes often, so you’ll want to get the most current list for your starting cocktail, but hope it includes The Pink Lady, with gin, apricot liqueur, apple brandy and grenadine. You will be satisfied, no matter your choice.
The appetizers here write a story all their own, with options for two or more diners, like the Fruits de Mer, with a selection of seafood to tease your appetite. Tuna tartare is prepared tableside with togarashi, shiso, tamarind, horseradish and chili flavors. The oysters here are a bit unusual, not only in the novel presentation, but in the fact that diners can enjoy chilled or hot with bacon and creamed spinach. And get back into the classics with a wedge salad—the blue cheese dressing is amped up a little with miso.
A perfect entrée for the season is tagliatelle or risotto with truffle butter, Parmesan and white truffles; it’s earthy and delightful. You can also choose Chilean sea bass with poached mussels; branzino with grilled baby leeks; a veal chop with fall greens chimichurri; or filet mignon. Suckling pig is served with Seckel pears, mustard and bacon jam. NoMad is known, however, for its signature dishes for two: the roast chicken, decadently stuffed with foie gras, black truffles and brioche; and the American wagyu prime rib, which is rubbed with black garlic and served with horseradish cream and Bordelaise sauce.
And the sides are one of the pleasures of the place. A favorite is the baked potato Dumont. This is sliced thinly and stuffed with Gruyère cheese and black truffles. For potato fans, it’s magnificent. Honeynut squash is an autumn dish that warms the belly, and lemon ricotta is so delicate. The Ridiculous Mac & Cheese is so named for its over-the-top ingredients of lobster and black truffle—it’s not a kid’s dish here.
Close the book on dessert with The Sundae, a presentation of ice cream, served with several delicate toppings that are as pretty as they are delicious.
Park MGM, 702.730.7000
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