When You Want a Wellington
Gordon Ramsay seems to be omnipresent in Las Vegas. He’s opened five mid-Strip restaurants within walking distance of each other, giving superfans of the outspoken Hell’s Kitchen host a rationale for devoting entire Vegas visits to experiencing his takes on British cuisine and dining atmosphere.
Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill at Caesars Palace between The Forum Shops and Colosseum offers a convivial environment in which to have traditional shepherd’s pie or Ramsay’s unforgettable beef Wellington. The delectable fillets of steak wrapped in ham and pastry can be enjoyed in a socially friendly casino-adjacent seating area, dining rooms or bars, where tenders dispense expert advice from behind gleaming taps.
Even more kinetic is the large dining room of Hell’s Kitchen. The freestanding Strip-side restaurant in front of Caesars Palace is where Ramsay’s force of personality fully represents. The Wellington is part of Hell’s Kitchen’s signature prix fixe menus, but entrées of roasted rack of lamb, braised short rib and Jidori chicken scallopini may be too alluring to pass up.
Don’t leave before trying sticky toffee pudding, but if you forget, Gordon Ramsay’s Fish & Chips, across the street at The Linq Promenade, offers the bittersweet dessert in frozen pop form. Mouthwatering fillets of cod can be ordered by the piece or with chips, with diners on the patio indicating the level of deliciousness to passers-by with superlatively satisfied expressions.
Ramsay puts the fish in a bun at Gordon Ramsay Burger inside Planet Hollywood Resort, where customers select from nearly a dozen variations on gourmet beef patties.
Its atmosphere is casual, while Gordon Ramsay Steak at Paris Las Vegas contains the superstar chef’s most sumptuous dining concept in Vegas: An Instagram-worthy “Chunnel” entrance leads to a lounge and grand dining room with a glowing red neon sculpture suspended from the ceiling. A second level offers tables with a closer look and booths that provide intimacy, while the menu offers superbly prepared British dishes of steaks, chops, fish and short rib—and another opportunity to try that amazing sticky toffee pudding. –Matt Kelemen
Get Personal
Want to get closer to Boyz II Men when they play their resident show at The Mirage? Now you can, with new meet-and-greet packages. Options include the silver, gold and platinum packages, starting at $100. All three options include a personal photo with the group and exclusive access to the private sound check prior to the show, but the gold and platinum packages include extra perks. –Kiko Miyasato
To book a meet-and-greet package, call 800.963.9634
Feeling Bubbly
The Four Seasons celebrates the holiday season by highlighting champagne. Throughout November and December, guests can order a selection of champagnes by the glass at Press lounge or Veranda restaurant. Each glass ordered comes with a special holiday treat. More champagne wishes are available at The Spa with champagne-inspired treatments including mani-pedis, facials and body massages. –KM
For more information, call 702.632.5000
Some Free Fun
Looking to capture some Insta-moments with the gals? Stop by The Linq Promenade at night, where the new blacklight mural makes for the perfect photo op. There’s also dazzling art installations and entertainment that includes a strolling pianist, piano gymnast, LED drummers and more street performers, all making for some great backdrops and videos. And best yet, all of it is free to enjoy. –KM
For more information, visit thelinq.com
