Q: positive

A: This used to be a Super KMart, with groceries just like Super Walmart. They couldn't compete with Super Walmart prices, so the groceries are gone and have been for a long while. Now that section is for Sears appliances. I've always wondered how well the Sears appliance section does in KMarts? Every time I come to a KMart, there's never anyone in that section shopping! Anyway, this is my favorite KMart in Vegas and always has been. It's very clean and organized and a pleasure to shop. I RARELY shop KMart for clothing, but this location I am always looking for clothes because I like how they have it organized and faced (Sunset location should take notes). Despite how convenient the Sunset location is for me (I can literally walk there) when I want a serious KMart shopping experience, this is the location I go to.

Q: positive

A: Awesome food. Great service. Cool music.

Q: negative

A: I was pretty disappointed with this restaurant. It's much better on paper than in actuality. It sounds nice to eat overlooking the Venetian canal, but like the entire hotel, it's really quite bothersome hearing the voices of countless tourists echoing off the high ceilings. The service is somewhat slow, and the quality of the food simply doesn't justify the price. I have had better Italian food at Bucca di Beppo! Gnocchi with Lamb Ragout--tastes like glorified Chef Boyardee Calamari--cold, and pretty rubbery Cod appetizer over polenta--too salty, uninspired, and somewhat bland Salad with pears, blue cheese, arugula & pomegranite dressing--couldn't taste the pomegranite, just tasted a little oily. Pears were kinda mushy too. I have been to Il Forniao, and this is markedly worse. The restaurant next door--Il Postrio-- is yards better (granted, it's also more expensive).

Q: positive

A:
Now my experience with JPP at the Bellagio was not too pleasant because of the circular clusterfuck layout. I was none too sure about going to the Aria's JP. Whew, this one is a long counter (thank God) and a bit more easier to navigate even though there were still cutters confused on where the ordering line starts. It's a beautiful counter with so many choices, counters and shelves full of treats. I had to look at everything carefully to decide and it took quite a while to narrow it down. I got the Rose Macaroon with raspberries and creme inside.This was pretty good, raspberries fresh, creme was light yet creamy and the macaroon is the right amount of flavor, subtle crunch and chewiness. You'd be surprised at how often I am let down with a french macaroon shell not being the right consistency (Payard was very disappointing). If only they just made plain cookie variations and not just the rose pastry I would be totally sold. Downed it with some nice fresh ice tea. I was with some of my Yelpies and I took a taste of Trina T.'s Dulce De Leche Brioche and some chocolate covered cookie sticks she had. Dude, that is a lot of dulce, but it was pretty good and the cookie sticks are simple flavors, but executed nicely. I think I'll have to be back again to try more pastries. Some of the prepped sandwiches and salads look pretty good too. My faith has been restored that Philippe's deserves some kudos for well made treats.