picasso

i've been meaning to blog about this for a while but never got around to it... until now.

this was way back, around the end of july, when i visited vegas to watch LOVE.
while there i dined at bellagio 's 5 star restaurant, picasso.

it's not like any other restaurant i've ever been too, and probably one of the most expensive ones i've been too.

the walls are decorated with authentic picasso paintings and other forms of his art.

and you're greeted with fresh flowers arrangements. (this was just the centerpiece for the table, there was an extravagant display of flowers at the entrance.)

the restaurant is facing bellagio's fountain show, so you get to dine and watch the show but from the opposite side of the street view. seats lined at the windows are booked in months in advance.

the restaurant was pretty spread out and it never really got loud.
the service was impeccable.
there's at least 12 people (servers/busboys) walking around at all times and they only serve you on your right side.
i even got my own decanter just for my ginger ale for my moscow mule.

they personally walk you to the restrooms when you ask where they are located.


yeah... i even took pictures of the restrooms. there were gold trimmings everywhere, and nice rolled up towels available for you instead of paper towels, and minus that guy who watches you piss and hands you towels expecting tips.

when you get back to your seat you find your napkin has been replaced by a new one instead of someone just folding your original one.

logo molded butter

ok enough about the service ambiance and decor. now to the food.

then 5 courses. at least i think it was 5. this is what happens when you don't blog right away. oh and they replace your silverware after each course with fresh ones.

mmm i don't remember what it was but it was compliments of the chef. it was pretty good, and you're supposed to drink what in that cup like an espresso. tasted nothing like an espresso, but it had an interesting taste.

first course: Maine Lobster Salad
with Apple-Champagne Vinaigrette

Sautéed "A" Steak of Foie Gras
with Olsen Cherries, Crushed Almonds and Baltos Cinnamon Reduction

i don't remember what this is but it resembles a fish, see the tail and head?

this was the halibut

there was a
Pan Seared Sea Scallops
with Potato Mousseline, Crispy Leeks and Jus de Veau
but i don't have a pic of it.
but i do i remember the potato mousseline was really tasty.

Roasted Aged Lamb Chop
with Rosemary Potatoes and Au Jus

this was not the dessert but post dessert. i don't have a pic of the main dessert.

this was the parting gift. there were cookies inside, and the box was pretty fancy. it even had a magnetic clasp.

it took a few hours to complete the entire meal, but it was a memorable one.