my dinner/experience here was was just fabulous. From my experience, my waiter was extremely attentive and very patient. The waiter was also very helpful and knowledgeable when choosing from the menu. He was attentive in the sense that he was watching us like a hawk, making sure each dish was properly served within precise timing. We were not overwhelmed when going from dish to dish, leaving room for rest in between. I'm not a fan of being rushed into each dish I order, as if I'm being served from an assembly line. Sitting at the counter seats facing the kitchen, I believe, made for a more enjoyable experience. I would suggest it with the intent that you'll probably have a better time than at a table... at least I did. Normally I'm not one to sit at seats facing a kitchen, but because this restaurant is very small and intimate, there are only a few chefs at work and you won't leave the restaurant smelling like the restaurant. You can watch how meticulously the chefs put together meals to perfection. I was lucky enough to try several things which were 'compliments of the Chef.' Decided to go for individual plates rather than opt for the tasting menu. I'm glad I did... What I had: To start: L'ARTICHAUT et le crabe mayonnaise en frou-frou de legumes facon macedoine Artichoke and king crab with mayonnaise, meli-melo of vegetables LE MACARONI gratine au Comte, asperges vertes et poitrine de veau fumee Macaroni in a Comte gratin, green asparagus and smoked veal bacon the winner: L'ARTICHAUT Main course: I had the hanger steak dish but the potato puree, which came with, was far more memorable. Not saying that it wasnt a good steak (its only hanger steak after all) but the winner was the potato puree. It was definitely a very small 'boutique' serving, but the flavor was amazing. I feel like an idiot because I can't remember the exact name of the butter which is used to make it, but my waiter had mentioned that it was some sort of imported French butter (if anyone knows what it is, please inform me so I can edit this!). Whatever it was, it totally made the potato puree. The decor was interesting and I kind of liked the concept of placing various vegetables in large jars/vases/bowls/etc., by color coordination. It makes for a nice touch, with pops of color spread throughout, against a stark black environment with touches of red furniture.. very contemporary. Its unfortunate that when you walk out of this small, posh oasis, you're thrown into the tackiness of Vegas culture: endless casino with disgusting, utterly tasteless decor and cheesy carpets. Sometimes, it just doesn't make any sense to have such a place in such an environment, but then again, Vegas doesn't make much sense anyway...
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positive