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photography courtesy of the palazzo las vegas dining ANDIRON STEAK & SEA Make the pilgrimage to Summerlin's spot for steaks and refined comfort foods from culinary power couple Elizabeth Blau and Kim Canteenwalla. 1720 Festival Plaza Dr., Summerlin, 702-685- 8002; andironsteak.com BARDOT BRASSERIE Be sure to sample the decadent French onion soup and perfectly roasted chicken at Michael Mina's take on the Parisian brasserie. Aria, 877-230-2742; aria.com BAZAAR MEAT José Andrés's elegant nod to carnivores is, as you might expect, all about the meat, with dishes like wild boar sausage and even an entire 10-pound suckling pig on the menu. SLS Las Vegas, 702-761-7610; slslasvegas.com CARBONE Ambience reigns supreme at this gorgeously designed ode to Italian-American culture, but standouts like the rib eye Diana and tableside bananas flambé are the real stars. Aria, 702-590- 2663; aria.com CITRuS Downtown Grand's 35,000-square-foot pool deck (think private cabanas, grassy hang-out areas, and fire pits) offers cocktail and food menus using ingredients grown in organic herb gardens, plus games like and eggplant with tzatziki and Graviera cheese). Cosmopolitan, 702-698-7930; cosmopolitanlasvegas.com HERRINGBONE This relaxed ocean-to- table concept takes the coastal theme to a new level with beachy décor and live music. Aria, 702-590-9898; aria.com JOËL ROBuCHON Home to perhaps the most acclaimed tasting menu on the Strip, this Michelin-starred restaurant is a must-add item to any Vegas devotee's bucket list. MGM Grand, 702-891- 7925; mgmgrand.com LAGO Grab a patio seat at Julian Serrano's contemporary Italian eatery for a front-row view of Bellagio's fountains. Bellagio, 702-693-8865; bellagio.com LAVO Find unpretentious Italian standards at Lavo, famous for its bottomless brunch and dishes like cornhole. Downtown Grand, 702-719-5100; downtowngrand.com COSTA DI MARE Chef Mark LoRusso flies in exquisite seafood and exotic shellfish from Italy daily at this Wynn favorite. Wynn Las Vegas, 702-770-3305; wynnlasvegas.com DB BRASSERIE Daniel Boulud's sole Las Vegas outpost spotlights uncomplicated French-American fare. Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian and Palazzo, 702-430-1235; venetian.com DELMONICO STEAKHOuSE Star chef Emeril Lagasse puts a Southern spin on the steakhouse at Delmonico, which also features an impressive wine list. Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian and Palazzo, 702-414-3737; venetian.com EIFFEL TOWER RESTAuRANT Directly facing Bellagio's fountains, the intimate Eiffel Tower offers one of the most romantic views in Vegas. Paris Las Vegas, 702-948-6937; parislasvegas.com EL DORADO CANTINA Sustainability meets Mexican tradition at this luxe eatery just off the Strip, known for its top-quality street tacos, burritos, and fajitas. 3025 Sammy Davis Jr. Dr., 702-722-2289; eldoradovegas.com ESTIATORIO MILOS This light-filled Greek eatery specializes in fresh seafood and crave-worthy dishes like the Milos Special (fried zucchini lobster eggs Benedict. Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian and Palazzo, 702-791-1800; venetian.com LE CIRQuE The quintessential French restaurant stuns just as much today as it did when it first opened inside Bellagio more than 15 years ago. Bellagio, 702-693-8100; bellagio.com NOBu Designed by David Rockwell, this celebrity favorite from Nobu Matsuhisa more than earns its rep as the ultimate purveyor of teppanyaki and sushi. Caesars Palace, 702-785-6628; caesars.com RAKu Be sure to make a reservation for this low-key Japanese izakaya, an off-Strip favorite of local chefs and visiting foodies alike. 5030 W. Spring Mountain Road, 702-367- 3511; raku-grill.com RESTAuRANT GuY SAVOY This Michelin-starred Vegas temple is a true icon, offering multiple tasting menus and a Cognac lounge for after-dinner drinks. Caesars Palace, 702-731- 7286; caesars.com RIVEA Not-to-miss items at Rivea include tangy Provençal caponata, and a lobster and purple artichoke salad whose vibrancy only rivals the view to the west. Delano Las Vegas, 702-632-7888; delanolasvegas.com RM SEAFOOD Indulge in sustainably sourced seafood and steaks, sushi, and a coast-to-coast raw bar by chef Rick Moonen. Mandalay Bay, 702-632- 9300; mandalaybay.com SALuTE TRATTORIA ITALIANA The offerings at Red Rock's newest eatery run from pastas prepared tableside to Nutella- stuffed bomboloni. Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa, 702-797-7311; redrock.sclv.com THE BEST oF LAS VEGAS DINING, DRINKING, CuLTuRE, AND CLuBS scene : THe guide Song meets story at the Palazzo's newest resident production, Clint Holmes: Between the Lines. An engaging mix of contemporary and traditional standards, original music, and anecdotes from the beloved Vegas stalwart and consummate enter- tainer, the show was designed to "connect with the soul of the audience," regardless of age or musical preference, Holmes says. The singer/songwriter's former Vegas residencies include four years at the Smith Center and seven at Harrah's before that. His television career has included stints as Joan Rivers's sidekick on The Late Show, Entertainment Tonight, and as the host of his own Emmy Award- winning talk/variety show. Palazzo Theatre, 702-414-9000; palazzo.com clint holmes: between the lines 62 VEgASmAgAzinE.Com