Las Vegas is known for a lot of things; from big city lights to bustling casinos and incredible hotels and resorts. The city of lights is much more than just a gambling hub, though. It’s also a hotspot for some incredible restaurants, with some of the best dining in the area, if not the country. If you love Italian food, keep reading to learn more about these five Las Vegas Italian restaurants you have to try.
1. Bottiglia
The best Italian food is authentic. It can be quite simple to tell an authentic experience from a cheap one, and at Bottiglia, you will find only the former. This elegant Italian restaurant offers fresh ingredients, incredible ambiance, and a wine list that is in a class of its own.
Located in the Green Valley Ranch, this Henderson Italian restaurant creates stunning Italian dishes with care and expertise. The month of June means it’s Pasta Mondays, where every Monday you’ll save 50% on any pasta dish. Now that’s a deal you can sink your fork into.
What Italian dish would be complete without some amazing wine to wash it down? With vintages from all over the globe, including France, Italy, and yes, even sunny California, you’re certain to find a Merlot or Sauvignon Blanc to satisfy your palate.
2. Trattoria Reggiano
With some of the best-rated food and service in the city, Trattoria Reggiano earns its place on our list with incredible food choices, expertly prepared authentic cuisine, and a wine list that’ll leave you coming back for more.
This vibrant Italian restaurant has been voted (more than once) as the Strip’s best Italian restaurant, boasting several other awards as well for its service and menu. The menu boasts all of your favorites, from pasta to homemade meatballs and everything in between.
If you’re a pizza lover, you simply must try Reggiano’s famous brick oven pizzas. Deliciously crafted, cooked to perfection, and served piping hot, these wonderful pies will impress your taste buds and your wallet! With over ten varieties, including a vegetarian option, you’ll be able to find your perfect match.
A good restaurant is about more than just its menu, however. Reggiano’s has an incredibly authentic feel to it, with a service staff who are professional and courteous and more than happy to guide you through the many menu choices.
3. Piero’s Italian Cuisine
With over thirty years in the industry, Piero’s Italian Cuisine knows a thing or two about Italian food and authenticity. Within walking distance from the Strip as well as the convention center, this favorite Italian hangout has been visited by some big names in history, including The Rat Pack and President George Bush.
Piero’s focuses on providing an authentic Italian experience; after all, authenticity is what sets it apart from its competitors. A calm, peaceful atmosphere is probably the first thing you’ll notice about Piero’s, with beautiful stonework and art pieces on the walls and an elegant feel hardly found elsewhere.
The menu is quite impressive as well, boasting an incredible array of Italian dishes. Everything from antipasti to delicious entrees like the “picatta con funghi” is included, and, of course, the menu also boasts a pretty impressive wine list to keep you going.
If you’re looking for authenticity, expertly prepared dishes, and an ambiance to help you feel calm and relaxed, Piero’s is the place to be!
4. Maggiano’s Little Italy at Summerlin
For a truly authentic taste, you’ll want your pasta to be made from scratch daily; but where can you find such dedication to the art? Only at Maggiano’s at Summerlin. Here, the food is made from scratch every day, “just like Nonna used to make”.
With incredibly tasty pasta, meatballs, picatta, and more prepared by Chef Robert Sanchez and his kitchen team, you’ll never leave unsatisfied. Everything is prepared by hand, with care, and delivered to you fresh from the kitchen.
With lunch, dinner, and even carry out options, you can enjoy Maggiano’s menu at any time! Don’t forget to stop in for happy hour and experience the restaurant’s signature cocktails and diverse wine list. If alcohol isn’t your thing, you can order hand-crafted tea or coffee as a substitute!
5. Capo’s Speakeasy
Winner of Open Table’s “Diner’s Choice” award in 2015, this Italian restaurant made the list for a few reasons. For starters, the food is incredible, the atmosphere is second to none, and the signature sauces are actually family favorites of the notorious crime boss Al Capone himself! If that doesn’t impress, the restaurant claims to have the best meatballs on Earth.
The restaurant has great reviews from patrons and critics alike and has become something of a hotspot for celebrities such as Duff McKagan (Guns N’ Roses). The “mob” theme makes the restaurant almost feel like a speakeasy during the days of prohibition; with a nearly dark dining room and red booths to give it a one of a kind feel.
Overall, Capo’s provides one of the most unique experiences in Italian eating. From its interesting history to its secret sauces and sultry atmosphere, this restaurant is a must-see for Italian food lovers visiting Sin City.
Conclusion
Italian cuisine is one of the most popular food choices in America, and with such amazing authenticity and quality as is offered by our five choices, it’s easy to see why. Settle in with authentic Italian taste, atmosphere, and wine choices by the dozen.
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