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Las Vegas is experiencing a significant shift in its culinary offerings, with numerous new restaurants set to open soon. Venues like Via Via, Bottled Blonde, and others promise diverse flavors and unique dining experiences, featuring cuisines from around the globe. Iconic chefs introduce innovative dishes, while casual establishments cater to every palate. This expansion reflects the city’s commitment to continuously evolving its food landscape and providing fresh choices for both locals and visitors.
Las Vegas is witnessing an exciting transformation in its culinary landscape with a plethora of new restaurant openings in 2025. These establishments are set to bring a diverse range of flavors and dining experiences, promising to redefine what the city has to offer food enthusiasts and casual diners alike.
One of the most notable additions is Via Via, a food hall located at the Venetian Resort. It features a collection of renowned eateries, including Howlin’ Ray’s, known for its Nashville-style hot chicken, and B.S. Taqueria, offering tacos crafted by celebrity chef Ray Garcia. Other highlights include breakfast options from Molly’s Rise and Shine, New Orleans-style fried bologna sandwiches from Turkey and the Wolf, innovative ramen and wagyu pastrami buns from Ivan Ramen, and in-house milled flour pizzas from Scarr’s Pizza. Additionally, All’Antico Vinaio presents famed sandwiches from Florence, while Close Company serves as a cocktail hotspot created by the team behind the acclaimed Death & Co.
Another significant venue is Bottled Blonde, a three-story sports bar located near Blake Shelton’s Ole Red. With over 40 televisions for sports viewing, it will provide drink options like margaritas and mules along with a selection of platters, including wood-fired pizzas and Parmesan truffle fries.
In Chinatown, a new Thai restaurant is set to impress diners with its blend of traditional flavors and contemporary presentations. Dishes such as Cajete with crab meat and crispy papaya, along with vibrant yellow curry and spicy chicken wings, are among the offerings that highlight the restaurant’s commitment to authenticity while innovating the dining experience.
In Southern Highlands, veteran chef Ricardo Romo has opened Tuscan Cove Bar and Patio. This expansive 5,000-square-foot establishment includes a string-lit outdoor patio and a menu featuring items like wedge salad, loaded supreme pizza, and a chicken prosciutto Caprese sandwich.
Nearby, Prowl emerges as a jungle-themed cocktail lounge next to Stray Pirate, offering inventive cocktails and immersive decor. Creative menu items include the playful “Sex Panther,” which is served in a distinctive ceramic cat head.
For those looking for a casual hangout, UnderDog Beer Hall has opened beneath BrewDog’s rooftop brewpub. It boasts a relaxed atmosphere with tabletop games and a menu focused on pizzas, complemented by a variety of beers from both BrewDog and local breweries.
Chubby Skewers captures the late-night crowd with its Northeastern Chinese barbecue, where skewers are available for as low as $1, offering diverse meat and noodle options until 3 a.m.
Also making waves in the Las Vegas dining scene is Rare Society, a new steakhouse by chef Brad Wise that emphasizes live-fire grilling techniques. The menu features an array of steak boards and seafood options catering to meat lovers.
Coastal Mexican cuisine enters the spotlight with Cantina Contramar, a new venue by chef Gabriela Cámara at the Fontainebleau. It specializes in signature seafood dishes alongside an exclusive tequila tasting room that promises to enhance the culinary experience.
The culinary scene further elevates with the anticipated opening of Cote Vegas, a Michelin-starred Korean steakhouse along the Strip. Known for its in-table grills and carefully curated wine list, it is expected to attract food enthusiasts seeking a premier dining experience.
Smash burgers are the focus at Naughty Patty’s, set to open at the Cosmopolitan. Guests can expect crispy-edged burgers along with unique toppings and grilled cheese sandwiches.
Additional notable openings include A Pazzi, a modern Italian restaurant by Fabio Viviani at JW Marriott, Hot Noods, a noodle bar from the owners of Chinglish returning to the Valley, and Zaytinya, featuring Turkish, Greek, and Lebanese cuisine by chef José Andrés.
As the culinary scene in Las Vegas continues to flourish, events like the Netflix Bites pop-up restaurant are also on the horizon, inspired by popular Netflix titles and set to launch in 2025. This growing landscape not only emphasizes diverse cuisines but also highlights innovative dining concepts that might redefine the traditional dining experience in Las Vegas.
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