Most Romantic Restaurants in Las Vegas
Go all out for date night.
Las Vegas isn't just a great place for a quick hookup.
It's a destination for romance.
A city where you can fall in love, go on dates, and share kisses—when a face mask isn't
getting in the way.
As we navigate the new normal, dating isn't as easy as it used to be.
Fortunately, your love life can still be as vibrant as ever—especially if you know where
to eat.
Sin City is full of hot new restaurants, bucket list dining spots, and even a few burger joints.
But which restaurants best sets the tone for a romantic evening?
Todd English's Olives
After a brief absence, Todd English is back in Las Vegas, rebooting his signature Olives
restaurant (which once overlooked the Bellagio fountains) at the new Virgin Hotels.
It's an impressive yet comfortable space, mixing modern and retro decor with the energy
of an open kitchen.
In many ways, the menu is a study in contrasts.
Just look to the appetizers, where the delicate bite of small Honey Cakes with creme fraiche
and generous amounts of caviar rub elbows with an indulgent Beef Carpaccio, given extra
heft and texture from a small polenta cake underneath and thick slices of parmesan on
top.
It's perfect to share—over dinner and later when you eat the leftovers at home.
The Veal Parmesan is another show-stopping dish in both portion size and presentation,
with the traditional recipe of mozzarella, tomato sauce, and basil complemented by a
side of braised veal sauce.
Enjoy it with a wine recommendation from the sommelier.
The atmosphere is best on weekends with live music in the bar area.
Le Cirque
Le Cirque was closed for much of the pandemic, but reopened in late 2021, proving it still
knows how to present French fine dining in a way few others can match.
The menu was fully revamped by new executive chef, Dameon Evers, who's understanding of
complex, balanced flavors is seen in a delicate Hawaiian Kampachi with pineapple mint and
an exclusive 45-day dry-aged Mishima Ribeye with matsutake mushroom, smoked beet, and
red wine sauce.
Meals come in three, six, or ten-course tasting menus; a format that—while pricey—allows
guests to comfortably control their spending from beginning to end.
The dining room is as charming as ever with a vintage circus theme, Bellagio fountain
views, and an experienced service team, some of whom have been in place more than 20 years.
Scarpetta
Scarpetta puts a modern spin on Italian dining in Las Vegas, serving an inspired take on
classic dishes in a contemporary dining room with dramatic Strip views—plus unobstructed
sightlines of the Bellagio fountains next door.
The restaurant is dark and secluded, but still feels like an extravagant experience.
Best of all, the recipes by Executive chef Michael Vitangeli are perfectly executed,
from a truffled Mushroom Polenta to Duck and Foie Gras Ravioli, served in hearty portions
with bright ingredients that take inspiration from the chef's own Italian-American heritage.
Start the evening with a cocktail in the lounge before taking your seat in the dining room
with a bottle of Italian red wine.
NoMad Library
The NoMad hotel-within-a-hotel at the Park MGM adds plenty of New York-inspired boutique
charm to the Strip.
Even if you're just coming by for dinner, you'll find a seductive serving of romance
at the NoMad Library.
Formerly known as NoMad Restaurant, the dining room is surrounded by two floors of illuminated
bookshelves with a spiral staircase and three chandeliers.
The menu has been reformatted a bit under the direction of executive chef Michael Rellergert,
but still has shareable dishes like the tableside Tuna Tartare or a Seafood Tower loaded with
cool stuff like scallops with jalapeno and pistachio, or lobster with avocado cream and
caviar.
Save room for a porcini-rubbed Wagyu Prime Rib or the Signature Roast Chicken stuffed
with parmesan, lemon, and brioche bread.
Nobu
Nobu Matsuhisa has a global empire of namesake restaurants, but there's something special
about the one at Caesars Palace, which anchors the Nobu hotel-within-a-hotel at the resort.
The dining room is dark and seductive, with modern decor, secluded circular booths, and
curtained private areas with their own teppanyaki tables.
The menu features familiar Nobu staples, like a sweet and tender Black Cod Miso and Yellowtail
Sashimi, prepared with jalapeno and cilantro.
The common theme is simplicity—with thoughtful recipes that bring out the flavors of individual
ingredients.
Seafood is the top draw, but don't overlook the steaks, especially an A5 Wagyu served
flambé or the delicately sliced Australian Lamb Chops.
A second Vegas Nobu at Virgin Hotels is less extravagant, but still a great date spot in
its own right.
A third is opening this year at the Paris resort.
Mott 32
The concept began in Hong Kong and the name honors a historic address in New York's Chinatown,
but with a mix of style and substance, Mott 32 feels right at home in Las Vegas.
The dining room, tucked away in the back of the Palazzo casino, is a bold, modern space
with secluded corners and large, comfortable booths for added intimacy.
The Peking Duck, wood-roasted in a custom brick and clay oven, is the specialty, but
it's hard to overlook other elevated takes on Cantonese cuisine—most notably, the use
of Iberico pork and black shaved truffles in some of the best dim sum in Las Vegas.
Clay pots, soups, A5 Japanese Miyazaki Wagyu, and fresh seafood also have a strong presence
on the menu.
There's an emphasis on Cantonese dishes, but other regions are well represented.
The Ma Po Tofu, for example, is a spicy, pungent Szechuan dish with a lobster peeking out of
the bowl.
While the dining room is nice and intimate, don't hesitate to grab a table in the restaurant's
large bar and lounge area, which may be preferable if you're still in the "let's see how things
are going" phase of a relationship.
Edge Steakhouse
There's nothing better than saying "I know a place" and taking your date by surprise—in
a good way, of course.
Edge Steakhouse at the Westgate has a perfectly fine dining room with plenty of room for trade
show parties that filter over from the neighboring Las Vegas Convention Center.
But for a change of pace, request a seat at the recently renovated and expanded bar, where
head bartender Mike Thompson is usually on duty—a longtime customer favorite who's
ready to hand out a stiff Manhattan and a dose of New York-flavored hospitality.
He'll guide you through the menu, which is in great hands these days under the direction
of new executive chef Rhori Kow.
Try the five-course tasting menu and leave the tough decisions in the hands of the kitchen
team.
Joël Robuchon
The first restaurant in the Western Hemisphere by the late Joël Robuchon—famously branded
"Chef of the Century" by a French publication—simulates what it's like to dine in a private mansion
(while being just steps from a Las Vegas casino floor).
The room is exquisite.
Some spaces are more private than others.
Dinner isn't cheap, but it's one of the most immaculate, inventive meals you'll ever taste,
carried out with skill and precision by a kitchen team led by executive chef Christophe
de Lellis.
The restaurant was closed for much of the pandemic, but recently returned with a 15-course
tasting menu, focusing on classic recipes from over the years, including King Crab with
Osteria Caviar and Truffled Langoustine Ravioli.
For an added dose of romance, enjoy a few sips of cognac in the lounge before your meal
gets underway.
Top of the World
One of the best things about the 1,149-foot-tall Stratosphere tower (now officially The Strat),
is the Top of the World restaurant on the 106th floor.
The closer you sit to the floor-to-ceiling windows along the edge, the better, since
the circular dining room revolves slowly for complete 360-degree views of the Las Vegas
Valley.
Give it about 80 minutes for a full rotation.
And don't panic if you see a person drop past the window.
That's just the SkyJump, a modified bungee ride from the top.
The menu and kitchen team has evolved over the years, but American classics have always
been the heart of the menu.
Whether you get a grilled bone-in filet, stuffed lobster, or lamb chops, anything pairs well
with those views.
Ready for a commitment?
Work in a wedding proposal for a meal that will never be forgotten.
Mizumi
Eager to impress?
Between the food and the dining room, Mizumi is a spectacular experience of Japanese-inspired
fine dining.
Sit alongside a koi pond and 90-foot waterfall while feasting on fresh-sliced toro and charcoal-grilled
lobster.
You can crowd around a teppanyaki grill if that's your thing, but the most exclusive
seats are on the patio, especially the floating pagoda table for two, which usually requires
a reservation made well in advance.
Since you're already going big, spend a few extra dollars on the steaks.
Mizumi was one of the first in Vegas to carry true, certified Kobe beef and the selection
of Japanese cuts has only gotten better and more varied over time under the direction
of Executive Chef Min Kim.