A great dining place. The service is perfect, the food delicious and delictable meal after a day of shopping. read more

Morimoto - Salmon poke - Japanese Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Still my favorite restaurant in the world! This place fits my personality. The inside is classy but relaxed. The decor is humbling but beautiful. The service is awesome and most of all the food is fantastic. The steaks are so good and tender and the curry flavored ramen is robust. The food here is just too awesome! read more

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Our visit was excellent and the best meal we had this trip! Everything we ordered was delicious and it came quickly. The service was attentive but not overly so. This was our first time visiting this location and we will make it a point to return next time we're in Vegas! read more

Morimoto - Entrance - Japanese Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

SO DELISH! Although this was not our first visit to one of Iron Morimoto's restaurants, this was our first visit to this location. And let me tell you, Chef did it again with this Vegas gem. Located in MGM Grand, Morimoto is amazing in both service and food. We stopped in for an early dinner before a concert, and everything and everyone was spectacular. Our water was refilled before we even drank half a glass...lol! But as for the food, we started off with edamame, pork gyoza, and pork belly konji...YUMMY! We shared the ribeye and chefs market veggies, and yes, our dinner tasted as good as my pictures look. There are so many more dishes we want to try, so we will for sure be back. read more

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First off, I grew up watching Iron Chef Japan as a kid and Masaharu Morimoto was one of my idols, so being able to eat at his new restaurant was a dream come true. The entrance and ambiance were beautiful, with lots of Japanese street photography and neon lighting. The lamps at each table provided a special lighting that candles wouldn't have been able to give. My boyfriend and I absolutely LOVED the food. Our favorites were definitely the Tiger Roll and Chicken Karaage. We were also recommended trying our favorite nigiri at least once (it's only one piece per order, not the usual 2 that you would get at a regular sushi restaurant). We finished the night with the Dessert Bento Box. Literally everything about it blew our mind, from the presentation to the flavors of each dessert. We literally melted to the taste of each one. Thank you for bringing joy to us for our anniversary! We couldn't have picked a better place to celebrate old memories and new beginnings. read more

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Ok sushi and ok in general. I enjoyed the clam miso (which taste like the best regular miso) and I had the lobster with cream sauce (2lbs of rubber that was obviously over cooked.) Other than texture, it tasted pretty good. Could have gone to a hot pot/boil place for cheaper with better flavor. I had the taki yaki maki roll (or however they spelled it) with octopus and is lightly deep fried... YIKES! it was basic white girl from America underneath a sauce that tasted like Big Mac sauce. Good but not delicious. We also got the king crab -- I was looking forward to this so very much as it was well reviewed. Unfortunately, it was ruined with the mayo based, "Big Mac" from McDonalds sauce. King Crab needs so very little-- the greens were perfect on top. Lastly, we got the Kemchi Rice-- hardly any kemchi so we ask for a side and it came chopped finely like coleslaw and hardly any spice or flavor. Yuck. Anyhow, this is one restaurants I would likely not come to again. If I came again, I'd specifically ask for Cathy the bartender and try to sit at the bar with her. Her service was outstanding and she genuinely enjoys taking care of her customers. She's 1 in a million. I really wanted this place to be amazing sushi. Yikes -- disappointed. So so so disappointed. No rules? He needs rules because American Big Mac copy cat suace on sushi just isn't it. read more

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Incredible dining experience. We ordered a wagu bone in rib eye, it was good but slightly under seasoned, the black miso cod, was incredible, kimchi fried rice, was delicious, fiery chocolate tart (a spin on s'mores) and chilled cheese cake soufflé for dessert, both were was wonderful. The chocolate tart dessert was a fun theatrical experience, the staff poured fire on the chocolate ball, watching it melt was entertaining. The geisha's secret cocktail was not that good, the waiter spilled some of it when he placed it on the table so the stem to my glass was sticky and was a mess to clean. Everything else was amazing read more

Japanese chefs believe our soul goes into our knives once we start using them. You wouldn't put your soul in a dishwasher! -- Masaharu Morimoto Yeah, I get chastised for putting my knives in the dishwasher. I promise I will stop ;-) This was one of our favorite meals during a quick weekend in Vegas. Came here after seeing "Ka". Super expensive, but most of it was worth it. The treat was that they made special for us a round of foie gras nigiri...fantastic!! We also enjoyed the foie gras oysters. Sorry geese but they were lovely. Yellow tail on rice was wonderful...there may have also been a sea bass with foie gras too. A lot of food. Service was friendly. Ambiance was a combo of hipster with trashy Vegas. The group next to us was loud, meth looking, a drunk. Not classy at all. Wine list was surprisingly pedestrian although we did enjoy the 4 round sake flight. Definitely recommended but your take may vary as it is very pricey. read more

Morimoto - The entrance at MGM Grand - Japanese Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Excited to attend their soft opening. Just fortunate to be in Vegas for this. Mr. Morimoto was there overseeing everything. The toro Tartare was yummy. It was an experience to put it together and eat it with all the items that came with it. White fish carpaccio was delicious. Love the dressing Pork sticky ribs was a must. The Brussels were delicious. Just keep in mind the sauce was at the bottom. The Chilean Sea Bass though fell short. It just was not all that flavorful. For the money I was expecting something more instead I got something I wouldn't order again. We also got a tiger roll and that was delicious too. We picked up the s'mores dessert thing. I think it was just a bit too busy. I did enjoy the raspberry coulie. Our server was exceptional. He was patient, gave good suggestions and service overall was splendid. read more

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While staying on the Strip, we traveled to Morimoto for a family dinner, and it turned out to be one of those occasions when everyone was genuinely looking forward to what was being served. Even though it's a celebrity chef spot, the area itself feels modern and sophisticated without being stuffy, making it a great place for a family outing. Since we were going to share a lot of dishes, the service immediately set the tone by being attentive, patient, and helpful with suggestions. To allow everyone to sample a little bit of everything, we placed a family-style order. One of the first dishes to arrive was the wagyu beef carpaccio, which set the standard right away. It was flavorful, delicate, and rich without being overpowering. The hamachi tacos and tuna pizza were also popular, especially when shared; they were quick, light, and enjoyable snacks. We also ordered the pork belly and sticky ribs, which added a savory, slightly decadent element to the menu and effectively counterbalanced the raw dishes. We chose the duck fried rice for something heartier, and it turned out to be the night's comfort food--warm, tasty, and ideal for piling onto everyone's plates. Despite the busy restaurant, the meal's overall pace was excellent and nothing felt hurried. Although it is undoubtedly an extravagance, the variety, quality, and presentation made it seem worthwhile, particularly for a special family dinner in Vegas. When we're in the mood for sophisticated Japanese cuisine prepared correctly, I would gladly return to Morimoto because they delivered on both the food and the experience. read more

We have had this place on our wishlist for two vegas trips and finally made it happen. The atmosphere and the smell that wafts into the MGM hallway is fabulous. The service is top notch although I will say our server tried a bit too hard. He could have dialed it down a tiny bit. Drinks and food were beyond stellar and well worth the price. The fiery chocolate dessert is so much fun and was heavenly and the perfect end to a fabulous meal and experience read more

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I really enjoyed my visit to this botanical garden. It's an awesome place to wander around. Calm, peaceful, beautiful. I highly recommend. I plan on going again as soon as I get back in the area. read more

The food was definitely delicious and of course the presentation of the food was great. The service was friendly and fast. The atmosphere was also great. read more

From the service to the food and the music in the background. This place stands out in the already-past-its-prime MGM Grand. I highly recommend the cheesecake which comes with a yuzu " garnish" that pairs nicely with the cheesecake. read more

Morimoto - Cheesecake - Japanese Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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Overall, it was a nice visit. Thankfully we had reserved a table (for 6) ahead of time as this place definitely gets busy. The service staff were friendly, but for sure busy. Drinks were tasty - old fashioneds and the japanese mule especially. Food wise, honestly, it was just ok ... I expected more from a place like this. Maybe I ordered wrong but I went off the waiter's recommendations. Portions were tiny for the cost, and I'd be ok with that if I was blown away. My order - negitoro maki, spicy yellowtail roll, salmon jalapeño roll, and shared the wagyu beef carpaccio and whitefish carpaccio and edamame. Best items were the carpaccios. Everyone else's items were hit or miss as well. I really would like to try again, but with all the options in Vegas for this style of food, not sure I'll make it back, hopefully though. read more

Morimoto - Negitoro Maki - Japanese Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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We had the pleasure of visiting Morimoto at the MGM Grand on Saturday, April 4, and it was one of the best dining experiences ever! Every effort is made to make you feel both comfortable and special. One of the many details that makes Morimoto restaurant so distinctive is the glassware with an oval shape on the bottom and a circle on top. The cocktails were terrific, the Morimoto Kofu Old Fashioned with Japanese Whiskey and the Empress with lavender and honey. We had an immediate connection with Truman, our server, who was super knowledgeable about the original Japanese Iron Chef TV show back in the '90's. We used to watch it in the original Japanese with subtitles and Truman said he'd stay up late in college to watch it too. The Ishi Yaki Buri Bop is Hamachi (yellowtail) and rice cooked tableside in a hot stone bowl, and the Land and Ocean roll is fresh crab with Wagyu Beef and Sweet Shrimp. People say you eat with your eyes, but you eat with your nose, too, and the smell of the Hamachi and rice cooking in the hot stone bowl is an experience we will not forget. And the Land and Ocean Roll! It's brought out in a box and opened with a flourish of smoke, like an effect on Iron Chef. We felt like an Iron Chef judge, which is intention of the dish and for me was the best part of the meal. There are literally hundreds of restaurants on the Las Vegas Strip, but if you're a fan of excellent service and Asian Fusion or sushi or Wagyu Beef, you should put Morimoto at the top of your list. read more

Morimoto - Morimoto Land & Ocean Roll - Japanese Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

The food here is great, I had the tiger roll and it was delicious. Came when visiting Vegas for work and it's a great place to take colleagues/clients if you are near the MGM hotel. read more

Morimoto - Cocktail menu - Japanese Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Yes it's pricey. Yes you may be able to get the same for a lesser price. What stood out was the service and the quality. We were checking in and hungry. Saw the ad for this restaurant and decided to make a reservation. It took about ten minutes after our reservation time to be seated. Our server Prince was personable and attentive. He also didn't rush us and encouraged us to enjoy course after course without ordering all at once. It was nice as we were tired and couldn't decide. We went with many of his suggestions. Started with pork sticky ribs. Nice char to give it a little crunch on the outside. Tender on the inside. Settled in on hibis-kiss and the zen for drinks. My hibis-kiss was a punch to my mouth kick and woke me up for sure. Definitely needed. So many sushi choices and we ended up selecting a 'regular' roll of spicy tuna. Then added the tiger roll and salmon jalapeño roll. The spicy tuna roll was good. Nothing special. The tiger roll better. I don't know that I tased the shrimp tempura but the whole combo worked. The star of the night was the salmon jalapeño roll. Smooth and silky. The spicy mayo and ginger aioli sauce didn't overwhelm but enhanced the taste of the salmon. It was delicious. To the point that we're still talking about it this morning. Ended the meal with a soufflé cheesecake. It was good but I wasn't impressed. The accompanying ice with orange cream on top (maybe) was the best part of the dessert for me. Cool chips with a slight orange flavor. The bar has been set high for meals. We would come again. The atmosphere is loud with music and conversation. Seems busy too so reservations are a good idea. Iron Chef you have a winner here! read more

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Review of Morimoto Las Vegas I dined solo at Morimoto on a Sunday evening, and the restaurant was surprisingly not very busy. I chose to sit at the sushi bar, which had plenty of open seating--but the initial experience was a bit awkward. Despite there being around eight open seats to my left, I was seated directly next to another diner on my right. What made this more uncomfortable was that several of the empty seats beside me hadn't been cleared from previous guests. There were used plates, napkins, and even half-full wine and water glasses sitting right next to me. It took nearly 15 minutes before anyone came to buss the area, which immediately made me question the level of service--especially for a restaurant of this caliber. That said, once things got going, the experience improved significantly. The server was warm, attentive, and offered excellent recommendations throughout the meal. The food itself was outstanding--each of the three courses I had was beautifully prepared and full of flavor. The standout for me was the tuna pizza, which absolutely lived up to the hype. Overall, while the service at the start didn't meet expectations and detracted from the first impression, the quality of the food and the professionalism of the server helped turn the experience around. With better attention to seating and cleanliness, this could easily match the high-end dining experience it aims to deliver. read more

First time at Morimoto's to celebrate hubby's birthday. Hostess was great and seated us as we got there right at reservation time. Beautiful ambiance and felt much more intimate than the seating appeared. We had the miso soup, beet salad, yellowtail tacos, Wagyu carpaccio, oysters, engawa sushi, uni hand rolls and a large sashimi platter. Everything was really good. We had a second order of oysters and engawa sushi. In hindsight, it was our bad that we didn't order any dishes that would have reflected the Morimoto creative touch but all our orders were definitely top quality. Would definitely go back as it was a very tasty and enjoyable meal. read more

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Sushi is great, just tried the teppan and that was very good. Eat here every time I stay at the grand. read more

Morimoto - Teppan - Japanese Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Went here for date night. I come to Vegas multiple times a year and stay with MGM I walk pass this establishment everyday but never went in. I'm so glad we chose to eat here. The fried chicken was so juicy and crunchy I loved it as well as our sushi rolls my guy had the salmon and whit rice the salmon has crispy skin and taste really good. I had a pear martini and he had red whine both were really good like my drink was delicious. The atmosphere was quiet the decor was cute and trendy it the perfect place for date night. The service was excellent we were one of the last guest of the night and didn't feel rushed I was able to get pics and enjoy our night. I would recommend the waiter knew the menu really well. I give it a 10 of 10 read more

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Service was impeccable! Friendly and professional. Loved the way the servers described the food upon delivery to our table needless to say the presentation was amazing. Thank you for a wonderful evening ! read more

This was probably one of the best restaurants that I have ever eaten at. And I have eaten at a lot of places, especially a lot of Japanese places. Every single dish that the server recommended for us was absolutely divine: but the fish that we got was melt in your mouth delicious to the point that I probably won't stop thinking about it for a long, long time. The fact that the server knew the menu well enough to recommend something from every facet of it and each thing was better than the last was very impressive. As someone who used to be in food service I was very impressed with the charasmaticness of our server and every person who dropped food at our table. They all seemed really love their jobs and that is a sign that the back of house is just as good as the front of house in my eyes. You can't beat the interior of this place either, it was gorgeous to look at but it is definitely a fancy date type place with a price tag to boot. But I definitely recommend trying if you are in Vegas and are a seafood lover. You won't find a better spot on the strip! read more

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Good foods with very nice presentation and elegant setting of tables, chairs, and decorations. I really like the designs and decorations inside with modern twist along with Japan theme. My first time trying Chef Morimoto dishes. Laksa noodle soup tasted good with creamy tonkotsu broth. I tasted the coconut flavor in the soup with a little bit of curry taste. It came with this egg noodles. Clam miso was a white broth with clams in it. Even though it was a simple soup, I can taste it was made with clam juices and clam broth. Lobster bao bun had one lobster tail inside a soft and sweet white bun. The spicy aioli sauce was a needed ingredient and it supported the sweet and spicy flavors in this white bao bun. Prime filet mignon came with sizzling hot stone. Meat was tender with right amount of seasoning. Staff were attentive and provided good service. This restaurant is good for celebration or special occasions. Good vibe and good foods here. read more

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We went here for our first meal for a convention trip and had to come back before we left. The second time we came back without a reservation, the experience sitting at the bar was great. Jonathan, the bartender serving us, had great service and energy, and was very friendly - Go Padres!! :) My fiancé LOVED their oyster foie gras appetizer (add one-two of the salt rocks from the serving dish). He would like to add that he recommends asking for teriyaki sauce on the side to enhance the duck fried rice experience. Their fish was fresh (honestly was not expecting fresh tasting fish in a land locked state). Their miso soup was actually one of my favorite items. It was comforting amidst all the other rich and heavy foods we had while in Vegas. We will definitely be back to try more of the menu! read more

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Great atmosphere and food. Would highly recommend for amazing cocktails and dining experience. Our server, Prince was knowledgeable and walked us thru the menu with great suggestions to enjoy multiple dishes. Plan to share and make room for the cheesecake dessert. read more

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Morimoto was conveniently located downstairs at the MGM Grand where we were staying at. We went on a Saturday evening and the restaurant was not busy. There were a number of large groups of people and a handful of couples that dined in. There were plenty of open tables. The decor felt sleek and had a cool aesthetic. My friend recommended ordering a bunch of sides because she's enjoyed them in the past. We ordered the tuna tacos, carpaccio, pork, sticky ribs, brussels sprouts, duck fried rice, and pork chop. My favorites were the carpaccio and duck fried rice. The food was pretty tasty but salty at times. We had to ask them to heat up the pork chop because it wasn't fully cooked through. However, our server was really kind and took it back but it still didn't taste that phenomenal after cooking. They kindly offered to comp it. The service was pretty quick and our server was very friendly. We had a group of men sitting next to us who hit on us during dinner and kept making comments which kind of affected the atmosphere but we humored them. It is Vegas after all. read more

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Outstanding food. We had the recommended sticky ribs which were delicious. Also, the rib eye & sirloin steaks which were seasoned well, juicy and tender. The asparagus with roasted garlic was unique and cooked perfectly as was the Kim chee fried rice. We've come to Las Vegas often and try at least 1-2 high end restaurants when we're here & this was truly one of the best. We would definitely return. The service and staff was also outstanding as they were always present to offer suggestions or ask if we needed anything. The popularity of this restaurant is well deserved. read more

SO good, we had to get dessert!! Perfect for date night and for sushi lovers. Price is what you would expect but it's worth it! read more

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The food was amazing, exceeded all expectations and are server was very informative of the menu and our options. The vibes and decorations were on point. Will definitely be coming back! read more

Wow!!! The restaurant is beautiful and impeccably clean. We are long time Iron chef fans so beyond excited to dine. It did not disappoint. We started with Emerald Dragon cocktail which was showey and enjoyable. We started with a rock shrimp appetizer which were sweet and savory delicate bites of bold flavors of wasabi and chili a party in our mouths. Moved on to the star of the show the tiger roll. The fish was fresh, delicate and the roll was just fabulous. One might think the star would have been the wagyu rib eye that was brought out sizzling hot on a cast iron skillet. I mean don't get me wrong it was beyond amazing piece of meat but I couldn't stop thinking I wanted more sushi, unfortunately we were beyond full. I would say stick to the sushi unless you have a larger table to share the steak, it's huge! I mean can you really complain about a large wagyu steak?! Not exactly just wishing I had more room for sushi. Our server was very knowledgeable and gave great suggestions about our meal. read more

Morimoto - Tiger Roll - Japanese Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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Had a pre- wedding dinner with family. I have always wanted to have dinner here. We were seated immediately and the wait staff was very knowledgeable. The ensures that we didn't order duplicates of sides as they were big enough to share. The cocktail menu had a large selection. Stated off with sushi, shrimp appetizer and oyster appetizers. I don't eat oysters but others in my party did. I ordered the filet mignon and the plate was sizzling which was a nice surprise! My cousin had the rib eye platter and the steak could have fed 2 or 3 people. My fiancé had chicken with vegetables. The cheesecake was not average at all and the molten chocolate was the best! I honestly thought people would have dressed nicer but it had a nice casual vibe. Will definitely be back! read more

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Our last night in Vegas on a girls trip ended us at Morimoto for dinner. Excellent choice if you're in Vegas. Service was excellent, and the food was amazing. All our choices were cooked perfectly, and the portions were a nice size. We enjoyed watching them make fresh sushi rolls from our table. Highly recommend if you're in Vegas at MGM Grand. read more

Morimoto - Smokey cocktail - Japanese Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

We took our son here for his birthday dinner because he loves sushi and fine dining experiences. He loved it! If you don't want sushi or fish there isn't much else on the menu so be prepared for that. The Bento Box dessert is a crowd pleaser. It was definitely a fun treat experience. It came out with lights and dry ice smoking and contained 6 different small desserts. Very fun! Service was great. read more

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This restaurant is always busy whenever I visit. They're located inside MGM, and you've to follow signs to get here. I've dined here a few times and I've been impressed every time. One of the things that I crave for would be the foie gras oyster, Japanese uni tray and their dessert. Their food is served pretty fast and taste better than Nobu in Caesar's. They also have a good selection of alcohol. This restaurant is just not really child friendly. Note: I came here with my 3 year old twice. read more

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I was so excited to come here on this trip. It did not disappoint. From the beautiful decor and great chairs to the fantastic service from our waiter, Aries, we were off to a great start. The food was incredible, from the pork belly and shishito peppers we started with to the sushi rolls and cha shu bop prepare at the table. That is a must as the 500 degree bowl crisps the rice perfectly and the sauce is smoky and yummy! I wish they had some mochi or even a green tea cake for dessert! read more

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It was a very unique experience eating at Morimoto. Though noisy and sometime difficult to hold a conversation, I sat next to my wife so we could more easily converse. The room to the left ofdered amazing seating, but had a DJ, which webhad to move to another table. Our service was very good. They let us order in phases, had great insights to ofder on our selections, and we consistently changing out our plates ensuring the next wave wasn't adulterated with the previous delight. We enjoyed the soft crab roll, the Land and Sea roll, sticky ribs, lobster buns, sweet shrimp, and the coconut lemon cheese cake desert. I found all very good, but beware rhe sweet shrimp is very rich and I would recommend it for sharing with more than two persons. I really enjoyed the lobster buns, and Land and Sea roll. The outside layer of the roll was amazing, but would have liked to be a little more on the inner roll than a fancy California roll as it took away from the potential sophistication of the roll, though still really good with the smoked addition (see photo). The ribs too are very rich and delectable, falling right off the bone. Again, due to richness don't plan on eating more than two. With a three piece order they add one for a total of four. The drinks were excellent. My wife got the one with Macha, and I got the geisha, both of which were awesome. Also got the flight of sake, which is a four 2oz samples or Morimoto's sakes, which were excellent and came with a great description from the waitress. My favorite was 60/40, while all were excellent. Highly recommend this dining experience, but be prepared for the bill, to which the sake flight helps dull the pain. read more

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Service was good and restaurant was nicely decorated. Food is on the smaller side as expected but the wagyu steak we ordered was very sub-pared. A lot of tendons in it and not very juicy. I would expect a $125 steak to be good but Lawry's or Ruth Chris could easily outperformed this steak. read more

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Oysters and Foie Gras was great and the old fashioned as well. I can't remember what I got other than the steak because of the old fashioned. read more