French Restaurants in Las Vegas, Nevada

Las Vegas has become an increasingly viable option for budget-minded travelers. With the decrease in vacations and traveling for pleasure, Las Vegas has become rife with deals, particularly on its culinary scene. Many of the world's top restaurateurs have opened branches of their restaurants in Vegas. You can often find prix fixe menus at heavily discounted rates.

Restaurant Guy Savoy

Located in the Caesar's Palace Hotel and Casino, Restaurant Guy Savoy is a recent Las Vegas transplant. It's main restaurant, Guy Savoy in Paris, earned a third Michelin star in 2002. The food here attempts to recreate the experience of the Paris restaurant, using an only slightly modified menu and ingredients that are flown in fresh daily. Guy Savoy, while recognized for all of his expertise, is particularly widely known for his foie gras.

Restaurant Guy Savoy
Caesars Palace
3570 Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(877) 346-4642
caesarspalace.com

Joel Robuchon

Joel (pronounced JO-ell by those in the know) Robuchon is another Paris transport, and holds the title of "Chef of the Century" as given by a French magazine. Joel owns and operates ten restaurants around the world, including locations in London, Tokyo, Beijing, Macau. This and New York City location are his only two United States locations. The restaurant offers extensive tasting menus. As for all of these fancy French eateries, make sure to dress up if you want to dine.

Joel Robuchon
MGM Grand
3799 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 891-7925
joel-robuchon.com

Picasso

Oddly enough, this French restaurant named for the Spanish painter doesn't incorporate Spanish cuisine into its dishes; rather, the artistic name refers to the exacting artistry incorporated into each dish. Expect beautiful presentations and with prices to match. Picasso is located in the Bellagio.

Picasso
Bellagio
3600 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 693-7223
bellagio.com

Bouchon

This less expensive restaurant is located in the Venetian Hotel. It is more of a bistro than a formal restaurant, meaning that you won't be restricted by expensive prix-fixe menus. Modeled after top-class chef Thomas Keller's famous Beverly Hills and Wine Country restaurants, Bouchon prizes high-quality local ingredients. The mussels come highly recommended.

Bouchon
The Venetian
3355 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 414-6200
bouchonbistro.com

Article Written By Arn Goldman

Arn Goldman is a recent liberal arts grad interested in all things culture, both high and low. He writes about entertainment, tech and sports. Goldman received his B.A. in English and philosophy in 2009 and has written for eHow, Trails Travel and Answerbag.

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