From intimate Hanukkah gatherings to lavish Christmas Eve feasts, the following are some of the top holiday dining experiences in Nevada to make you feel merry and bright this season.
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Ferraro’s Ristorante
Las Vegas
Transport yourself to the heart of Italy this holiday season with Ferraro’s Ristorante’s Feast of the Seven Fishes on Christmas Eve. Located in Las Vegas, Ferraro’s offers a culinary journey inspired by traditional Italian celebrations. Indulge in an exquisite seafood feast featuring seven delectable dishes, including mains like the Spaghetti Scoglio with spaghetti, clams, shrimp, scallops, lobster, squid and Campari tomato sauce; Branzino Puttanesca with Mediterranean sea bass, tomatoes, anchovies, capers and olives; or the Sogliola ai Capperi, an oven-roasted Holland dover sole, with lemon, butter, white wine, capers, de-boned table side and served with roasted potatoes and grilled asparagus. The fifth course will feature an assortment of sweets, with your choice of a cannoli, tiramisu or Pistachio Passion. This holiday dining experience in Nevada will take place on Dec. 24, from 4 to 10 p.m., at $135 per person. For more information, visit ferraroslasvegas.com.
Atlantis Casino Resort Spa
Reno
For a Christmas Day dining experience in Nevada that goes above and beyond, head to Atlantis Casino Resort Spa in Reno. Its annual holiday dining event promises an array of culinary delights that cater to every palate, including roast Tom Turkey, a classic Beef Wellington, rack of lamb, slow-roasted prime rib, filet mignon, shrimp scampi and many more. Sweet treats are also available, including scratch cakes, pies, a chocolate fountain, Christmas cookies and more. The Christmas Day dinner will take place from 3 to 9 p.m. with prices starting at $62.95 for adults and $24.95 for children four to 10. For more information, visit atlantiscasino.com.
Eiffel Tower Restaurant
Las Vegas
Elevate your holiday celebration at Eiffel Tower Restaurant in Las Vegas, where Christmas Eve becomes a magical experience high above the glittering Strip. Delight in a gourmet menu curated to perfection, featuring festive dishes that capture the spirit of the season. Though the menu remains a surprise, guests can expect specialty plates, including beef tenderloin, Valrhona warm chocolate molten cake and more. The dinner is $155 per person and reservations can be made online, with seatings starting at 5 p.m. For more information, visit eiffeltowerrestaurant.com.
Hawthorn Grill
Las Vegas
Celebrate Christmas Day at JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa’s Hawthorn Grill with a decadent three-course menu, available from 4 to 8 p.m., at $125 per person. Begin your culinary journey with appetizer choices like the octopus carpaccio or shaved vegetable salad. For the main course, relish the Beef Wellington or opt for the monk fish. Conclude the festive feast with a sweet note, choosing between the tart cherry sticky toffee pudding or pistachio semifreddo. For more information, visit marriott.com.
La Pizza & La Pasta
Las Vegas
For a holiday dining experience in Nevada that captures the essence of Italian traditions, La Pizza & La Pasta is a must-visit. This vibrant restaurant brings the best of Italian cuisine to the heart of Las Vegas, offering a two-course menu for $31 with a diverse array of Italian-inspired festive treats and culinary delights. An Italian wine pairing to complement the luxe meal is also available for $39 per bottle. The meal is only available from Dec. 11 to Dec. 24, and reservations are not required. For more information, visit eataly.com.
Market Place Buffet
Las Vegas
From Dec. 7 to Dec. 15, Market Place Buffet at JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa invites you to partake in a special Hanukkah menu alongside its regular dinner buffet. Delight in a rich array of flavors, including matzo ball soup, turkey salad, pickled herring, egg salad and matzo crackers for starters. Hot dishes feature traditional delights such as potato latkes, noodle kugel, tzimmes, baked chicken with caramelized onions, pulled BBQ brisket sliders and beef stew. Cap off your Hanukkah feast with sweet treats like challah bread pudding, assorted macaroons and beignet black. The holiday experience will be available daily from 4 to 8 p.m. For more information, visit marriott.com.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Reno
Celebrate the holidays with a touch of elegance at Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Reno. Renowned for its exceptional steaks and upscale ambiance, Ruth’s Chris is offering a special menu for Christmas Eve, featuring a Celebration Surf & Turf (a filet with twin tails). A special catering to-go menu is also on the roster for those looking to enjoy their holiday at home without the mess. The holiday to-go menu includes your choice of salad (Caesar or steak house salad), sides (au gratin potatoes, creamed spinach, sweet potato casserole or sausage-and-herb stuffing) and the Celebration Surf & Turf. The take-home menu starts at $28 (serving four to six people), while the in-dining dinner starts at $55. For more information, visit ruthschris.com.
Earl Grey Café
Las Vegas
This Christmas Day, Earl Grey Café, located in JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa, invites guests to savor a special menu priced at $29.99 per person, available from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Begin your festive culinary journey by choosing from appetizers like the refreshing citrus Champagne salad featuring spring mix, pistachio, goat cheese, pomegranate arils and citrus Champagne vinaigrette, or the comforting heirloom cauliflower soup. For the main course, delight in the rosemary garlic leg of lamb with burgundy au jus, tri-colored fingerling potatoes, roasted baby Italian squash, zucchini and mint jelly, or opt for the herb-crusted prime rib with the same accompaniments. Conclude your festive meal on a sweet note with the Christmas yule log, a delectable combination of yellow sponge cake and chocolate buttercream frosting. Reservations are encouraged, but not required. For more information, visit marriott.com.