In case people don't know, Nobu is the restaurant chain of a chef, Nobu Matsuhisa who has starred on that Food Channel show, "Iron Chef." He has brought the gourmet "New Japanese" cuisine to the world. This place is very expensive...but the taste is extraordinary. The Black Cod with miso melts in your mouth. Every dish is a work of culinary art. The service at the Las Vegas restaurant is excellent. They constantly make sure everything is clean, and ready, glasses filled, and your needs are met. The bill for 6 of us was $270 before tip, so this is costly, but not too over-priced. It is definitely an upper echelon restaurant. The Las Vegas venue is situated in the middle of the Hard Rock Hotel and is therefore several decibels too high. If you eat there frequently you are going to lose your hearing. That is why I give it 4 stars. I can imagine this restaurant outside of the Hard Rock Hotel will be more pleasant. If you're in your 20-40's you'll probably give it 5 stars.

positive

I've been 3 times. Each time I got their "juicy Lucy" burger, which has the cheese mixed into the patty and is actually pretty good when cooked right. The first time, it was pretty good. The second time, it sat under the heat lamp for god-knows how long, resulting in a bun that could not be penetrated by mere teeth alone. The third time it was alright again. My issue is less with the food and more with the staff. I sit at the bar, and the only guy bartender I've seen is more interested in chatting up women than actually serving food and drinks. I also hate when a server acts pissed off when the food is served without a condiment that was requested upon ordering. The guy feigned an act of anger towards the kitchen staff because he was inattentive when I was ordering. The first time I had a good experience. The second time I had the previously-mentioned server that sucked and left my food under a heatlamp until it was basically ruined. The third time, the food turned out OK but I had to deal with the same server again. Will not be back.

negative

I used to frequent Nakama constantly, but the past few times I went the service was horrendous. The most recent time was the worst I have ever seen. A friend & I decided to sit at the bar & not only was the bartender rude, she acted as if we didn't exist! It took her 15 minutes to even look at us to take our order, then when it was finally ready we watched as she chatted with her friends rather than take it over to us. Nakama isn't THAT great, so when the service is bad.. Theres no point in going, I'll be going to Lil Tokyo next time I get a sushi/hibachi craving!

negative

I've had pizza on the east coast from NYC to Miami, west coast, in several western states, and when island hopping and this is one of my faves. The sauce tastes fresh and is flavorful. Have also had their pasta, lasagna, salads and desserts. Was satisfied with all of it. Had to go 4 stars however because I think their "combo" pizza, with all it's veggie freshness, ends up being on the soggy-side typically (likely from all the moisture from the fresh toppings ... downfall of greatness). This is not the case with their other pizzas so I forgive them.
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