L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon

Everything I have known about food was a lie! This place is a true dining experience and a must visit for any food snob. We were not too hungry so everyone got the 2 item course.
*** Bread ***
I don’t know what that small yellow roll was, but it was so delicious. I ate 3… It’s comparable to the bread I tried in Paris!
*** Palate Opener ***
So much flavor packed into this, it was presented in a small shot glass. The flavor was SO complex and you just get layers and layers of flavor in each bite.
*** 1^st Course ***
I got the hamachi with sea urchin & caviar (need to add $ 10 to $ 58). It was amazing!!! I always thought sea urchin was supposed to be bitter, but this sea urchin is like butter in your mouth! It was sweet and flavorful. When you eat pair it with hamachi & caviar, it feels like you are at the pier, sun in your face, and wind in your hair.
*** 2^nd Course ***
After my 1^st plate, I thought, «Ok for oysters, how can they make oysters taste more delicious than they already are?» I got the Kushi baby oysters served on a bed of sea salts with lemon on the side. Squeeze a little lemon in your oyster, put just a pinch of sea salt, then be prepared to be amazed. I felt like I was transformed to a mermaid who’s eating the best oysters in the sea. I thought I was crazy for feeling this way and I asked a friend who has tried this before and he said he felt like he WAS the oyster after eating this.
*** Dessert ***
We got 2 desserts. First one is white chocolate with cream and chocolate inside. The presentation was so pretty. If the poison apple were real, it would probably look like this. The 2^nd dessert was pistachio ice cream with crème brûlée. Very good, the ice cream was not pistachio-​flavored/​artificial, it is truly pistachio. It was rich and paired well with the light-​flavor of the crème brûlée.
This place is a must try if your wallet allows it! Also I would recommend the 2 course menu option since the food here is full of flavor, not sure my palate would be able to take 3 course plus dessert. Can never go back now…

A true foodie experience. Probably one of the best restaurants in Vegas if you like fine dining. We did the pre theater fixed price set where you can pick either two small plates, two large plates or one of each. The crab salad was amazing not just for the taste but for the presentation. Each piece of crab, lettuce, tomato and avocado slice was carefully placed on the plate like a work of art. The seared salmon was also delicious per the recommendation of the waiter since we were debating between that and the smoked salmon. We also tried the lobster pasta which was good but a bit on the salty side. The side of mashed potatoes that were compliments of the chef was soft and buttery.
Our server was incredibly helpful and attentive. We had fun watching as our food was being made in front of us in the open kitchen. Definitely a special experience and more affordable than its sister restaurant Joel Robuchon!

Words can’t describe what my palate experienced at this exquisite dining establishment. I was beyond amazed by the intricate details the chefs placed on each plate that came out. I was in food heaven. What a wonderful and memorable dinner

French atmosphere all over this place) Love coming here while in Vegas, good quality of food, good service, nice people around! I also enjoy the idea of seating at the bar and watching food preparation, this is like art … Lovely place

So we popped in here for basically pre-​show «snacks» last Tues. We were still kinda full from lunch, so we were hoping to split the pre-​show 2-​item course but alas, that wasn’t allowed, so I just settled for the lobster tagliatelle. Husband had some bread and a few bites of my pasta. The amuse bouche, the one everyone wrote about below, is indeed «all that.» I could have had. oh, 5 more of those. Any more than that would be considered gluttonous, as it’s so rich (and decadent. and yummy. that Parmesan foam!!!). The homemade tagliatelle was very very good and the husband was able to notice that it was NOT from a box. It’s on our where-​to-​eat-​next-​time-​in-​Vegas list so we can sample more.
We appreciated sitting at the counter, as we could really appreciate the layout of the kitchen and watch the stars a/​k/​a the chefs, work their magic. Very impressive.

A wonderful and memorable experience end-​to-​end.
I knew I wanted to try a concept by Chef Joel Robuchon while in Vegas and was intrigued by the concept at L’Atelier located in the MGM Grand. The concept was ideal for my wife and I as the counterside «watch the chef» experience was great before we went out to Hakkasan.
We arrived slightly early but were seated in the «waiting room» which was a nice, quaint setting to relax and get situated before being taken to our seating. Upon being ushered by the nice hostess, we were seated right before the corner deep in the restaurant. Note that there are also tables for larger parties.
While we ended up with mocktails, rosé was the standard «whet your appetite» beverage for most diners I assume. Given our appetites, we desired an a la carte experience and ended up ordering the 12 oz. L’entrecôte or Wagyu Beef (sliced for sharing) and the Le Saumon Fume (Smoked Salmon). Before our entrees were served, the Chef sent over a nice warm palette cleanser which was a smoked cheese small dish in addition to a filo dough crusted prawn with a really neat side sauce.
For dessert, we wrapped up with La Framboise which is a white chocolate sphere that is drizzled over with a raspberry sauce and unlocks a delicious berry dish inside, with a side of ice cream. The presentation is art in itself and tends to garner a stare from diners due to the unique delivery.
I would certainly recommend L’Atelier to anyone looking to experience Chef Robuchon without necessarily delving into his well-​orchestrated 18 course journey. My next trip will include a visit to the adjacent namesake restaurant itself!

I decided to treat myself to a fancy lavish dinner… i picked the right place… beautiful interior design… i was seated at counter. not your ususl takeout burger counter. lovely place settings, glass displays n lovely bowl of red roses nearby… open kitchen area in back. u can watch the chefs creating n plating your dishes. cool…i tried the 9 course seasonal menu. every dish was absolutely beautiful n delicious! The steamed scallop with tart seaweed butter was one of my favorites… since its french foofoo food u onky get one. i could’ve eaten 20 thats how yummy it was! I got my dessert it was too pretty to eat but i did lol. thought i was done but nope. another dessert! Awesome! Checkout my pics. awesome food n service!

Had the tasting menu which was around $ 185. The food was very delicious. The foie grass parfait was a great opening to a series of delectable dishes. The dessert was also plated beautifully with edible flowers and little candied pearls. The bar is also a great place to sit for you can watch the chefs cook and prepare your dishes. I love being able to see them prepare food and observe their work.
The atmosphere is very stylish with red roses, black, and chrome theme. I love the vibes.
The servers were very attentive and knowledgeable. Oscar who was one of our servers was especially attentive and knowledgeable. He exceeded our expectations and was a delight to talk to.

First time here and holy moly it was absolutely incredible!!! Hands down BEST restaurant in Vegas. So grateful to have had the experience. The ambience is stunning with beautiful red roses all around and fruit in bowls (see pics). Definitely must try these dishes: La Pintade, Le Burger, Les Huitres, Le Homard, L’asperge Blanche and Le Crabe. Mmmm so unbelievably delicious!!!

L’Atelier is «the workshop» but Chef Steve Benjamin is a master craftsman. We were seated at the «kitchen counter» is the elegant red and black restaurant. While the discovery menu was tempting, we ultimately settled on creating our own voyage of discovery with a four course tasting menu with an amuse bouche prelude and a dessert finale. Our waiter was one of the many staff members who helped Joel Rubochon open the restaurant in 2005. He was incredibly knowledgeable and gracious. Everyone who works in the restaurant attends to your needs. Their sommelier checks in while the maître d brings a plate and your waiter (or another) brings another course. Each person describes the food in detail and has incredible patience for unending questions (and my notetaking and photos). Each course was divine, but my 1,152 memorialization of it is too much for Unilocal.L’Oeuf, Foie Mosseline, La Langostine, and Jamon Iberico as well as Le Café and Les Tartes were among the best dishes that I have ever had. Four hours of divine inspiration. Outstanding!

Been here two times now and ordered off the a la carter sharing plates. Every dish was impressive and there are still items that I need to try.
Excellent service and food, with desserts that are out of this world.
You will not be disappointed!

We loved Joel Robuchon next door, so we decided to try L’Atelier on our most recent trip to Vegas.
With this being our first time here, we decided on the tasting menu. I’m not particularly fond of langoustine, so I asked the server if the Chef could prepare something alternate for that course. The Chef replaced it with a scallop dish that was just recently removed from the tasting menu the night before, and it ended up being one of our favorites from the meal.
Every course was prepared before our eyes as we sat at the side of the bar. The flavors were complex and delightful with well-​crafted presentations. A surprising favorite for both of us was the amuse-​bouche of Foie gras parfait with port wine and parmesan foam. The standouts of the meal, aside from the amuse-​bouche, were the deviled egg course and scallop course. The dessert, Tropical cream with fruit sorbet, also deserves an honorable mention.
Service from the moment we stepped up to the host stand to the clearing of our after-​dinner coffee and cappuccinos was impeccable. It was a careful balance of attentiveness and distance so that we could enjoy a romantic meal without constant interruption. Overall, our entire meal was a delightful experience of culinary art and atmosphere.

The purpose of life is to live it, to taste experience (of variety of foods) and enjoy the company of good people. This restaurant is superb and embody this concept. The food preparation — making small tweaks to enhance flavors are remarkable. Even at a busy night, the service was great. I would highly recommend it and bring your appetite.

L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon provides great food — may I say nearly on par with Robuchon next door — in a much more relaxed but exciting environment. The open kitchen was great — we were able to watch our dishes being prepared from start to finish. The coordination within a kitchen like this is just amazing to watch. Luckily we were sat near the end of the bar right in front of the window — up close and personal. (I have heard of some complaints at being sat at the counter/​bar but I think those are the best seats in the house!)
Watching the Chef (Steve Benjamin I presumed) bark out french-​accented orders was actually fun — he had his moments — sternly (an understatement) talking to a young prep cook about his lack of skill preparing the Robuchon potatoes. Then, when the young man (who looked like he lost a few pints of blood from his face) stood silently beside him watching the chef correct his mistake, the chef turns around and yells, «are you just going to stand there??? Go do something» again in a heavy french accent. I had to concentrate not to laugh out loud — having worked in a professional kitchen both on the giving and receiving end of those ‘conversations’ brought back fond memories. Side note: Chef seemed to have an affinity for truffle. He seemed to be the only one ‘allowed’ to slice them on the traditional truffle slicer and we must have caught him sneaking at least a dozen slices of truffle to ‘taste’. yummm the perks of being boss.
The meal in itself was great without exception — I don’t need to go into much detail of each course of the degustation menu, but the standouts were the Seared Foie Gras and the amazing steamed Scallops in a clear broth. I would have liked to have enjoyed a larger bread selection akin to Robuchon next door, but then again it was probably better not to as I recall stuffing myself with too much bread from that amazing bread cart and almost missing out on «Le Boeuf»…
L’Atelier will be a stop for me every time I am in Vegas!

OMG — I watch a lot of cooking shows — Top Chef, Top Chef Masters, etc… and I always wonder how some of those dishes would taste!
Well, we splurged and L’Atelier is now one of my FAVORITE and MUST GO to places EVER!
I was a bit surprised to be seated at the counter and realized that we had full view of the chef and all the action! Saw the chef whipping up the most decadent potatoes! OMG — the work they put into it is definitely reflected in the dish!
Hubby and I each got Menu A — which is the Amuse-​Bouche, 3 menu choices and 1 dessert selection. We figured that allowed us to taste at least 8 different little dishes! It was AWESOME! First we started with the Amuse-​Bouche — which was foie gras served in a little cup with this delicious foam on top. If I could I would’ve licked the inside of the little cup but I didn’t want to seem vulgar or rude… so tempted though…
Hubby had the octopus carpaccio and I have to say — this was done perfectly! seasoned perfectly — tender… delicate! amazing! I had the yellowtail served as a ravioli, with sea urchin and osetra caviar! I still remember the taste, the creamy texture… indescribable — SO mind blowing!
Hubby then went for the veggies — Seasonal vegetables medley with Spanish virgin olive oil and I have to say — it was delicious! so fresh and refreshing! Glad one of us is a healthier eater. I on the other hand had their seared duck foie gras that came with a poached pear with toasted pistachios on top! Eating it together was like absolute heaven — perfectly balanced — decadent… UGH so GOOD!
Hubby then had the Le Boeuf which was the casserole braised beef cheeks with red wine sauce. They brought it out in a little casserole dish and plated in front of us — pouring the sauce on top — that was the BEST beef cheeks EVER! So tender, flavorful! AWESOME! My next choice was the beef and foie gras burger with frittes! OMG so absolutely decadent. Two little burgers with perfectly seared pieces of foie gras with the most soft and toasted little buns ever! with my little side of «frittes»… I loved that it wasn’t a lot but just the right amount! this tasting menu thing is PERFECT! If my tummy could do it I’d get the full tasting but I didn’t think I could do it! Our neighbor at the counter next to us — who’s a regular was this wonderful articulate woman «Angelica» who shared a piece of one of her dishes — it was a thinly sliced piece of raw beef — OMG — SO AWESOME!!!
And then we ended our meal with dessert — hubby had the «carrot cake»… yeah right — it was a little carrot cake that LOOKED LIKE a CARROT! it was a delicious piece of art! And it came with a coconut sobet! I will definitely post a picture. I had the Les Tartes — So I asked — what tarts do you have — response — «oh you get a little piece of all»! The first was their recreation of a snickers bar! (way better than snickers of course), then their lemon meringue (not too tart, not too sweet and very light!), apple crisp (flaky crust with delicious apple), passion fruit tart (AWESOME) and a pear and apple tart! SO delicious — light and flavorful with light crust! Perfect little bites of perfect tarts!
And of course we had drinks — LOVED their blueberry pom with ginger beer — hubby had a great drink as well — unfortunately can’t remember the name but I will say our new «friend» had quite a few different drinks — was so tempted …
LOVE this place and will definitely come here EVERYTIME we come to Vegas! Definitely recommend reservations and sitting at the counter is a great experience. I was amazed at the the fact that the whole kitchen had to speak and understand french — as the expediter was giving instructions all in french! What an AMAZING EXPERIENCE!

After being seated at a sushi bar type set up I asked if we could be seated at one of the small tables, which were mostly empty. I was told that they were only for parities of 4 or more, but if someone did not show up we could move. Well most of the table were empty the entire evening and we were never moved. Disappointing
The service was atrocious — after one hour we still hadn’t been served our first course. The waiter later revealed he had screwed up and offered to buy us a drink, not even close to the way it should have been handled. After 1.5 hours of terrible service I asked to speak with the manager, he indicated he would help with moving the dinner along, but it didn’t seem to help much in all honesty.
As far as food quality — small courses that were not memorable at all. Compared to Europa in Montréal where I had recently dined, this place isn’t in the same league (and Europa is a lot less money for full course menu). In fact I’d have to designate food quality as very poor in this restaurant. The food was tasteless, and small courses were plated as if one were at Denny’s.
In total my bill for two was 500 + tip. What a rip-​off. A poor meal served at an excruciatingly slow manner with poor service. There felt to be little regard for the patron and much more for the pretentiousness of this establishment.
Unless you enjoy poor food and poor service and a very high bill for being disappointed — I’d suggest choosing another restaurant in Vegas. Almost any restaurant would be better.

L’Atelier has been my FAVORITE restaurant in Las Vegas for over 3 years… and I’ve dined almost everywhere on the strip. A seat at the bar and the tasting menu is the way to go for sure, accompanied by the exquisite wine pairing. I always feel like I learn something new and am continually in awe of the creative and innovative dishes.
Unfortunately this place has ruined mashed potatoes for me — it is totally unfair of me to judge every other mashed potato dish against this one… but alas, it is THAT good — if you like buttery richness of course. The staff and service has always been amazing and am humbled every time when greeted at our favorite spot at the bar. A foodie’s playground for the senses and tastebuds… do it.

After dining at L’atelier in Paris and New York, the Las Vegas location did not disappoint. The familiar décor and counter top seating creates a vibe of fine dining but more casual than its sister restaurant next door.
Three out of the four of us have dined at L’atelier before so we wanted our guest to enjoy the full experience. As soon as we were told that there were no Langoustine available, I almost cried. This is like no other Langoustine I’ve ever had. Wrapped in the lightest phyllo and basil, lightly fried to perfection. The manager was very sympathetic to this and magically the kitchen found 4 langoustine.
The highlight of dining at L’atelier is the whipped potato. The ratio of cream and butter to potato must be 4 to 1. Pure heaven!
The service is exceptional and I appreciate how accommodating they are.

Delicious meal and a bit of entertainment mixed in via watching the chefs in the open kitchen.
Upon arriving at L’Atelier, we were surprised to be sat a the counter area as opposed to a table. The restaurant is very tiny and only has 6 tables, which are reserved for parties of 3 or more. Everyone else is sat at the counter that is in front of the open kitchen. I’m not a fan of counter seating when dining with a guest because you’re sitting right next to other diners and conversations are not private. But we made it work. And it was kinda fun to watch the chefs do their work. L’Atelier is very focused on presentation so it was like watching artists paint every time they prepared a dish. :-)
The menu options are plentiful, including small a la carte tasting portions, larger a la carte entrees, and several tasting menus. My friend decided to go the a la carte route and I chose one of the smaller tasting menus. Our meal started with an amuse bouche of foie gras in a port wine reduction with Parmesan cheese. Delicious! For me, this was followed by cauliflower gazpacho, pumpkin veloute, spiced Maine lobster, and then a trio of gelato and sorbet. Every one of these was very good, however I would have preferred a bit more seasoning in the cauliflower gazpacho. My friend had the langoustine, the beef with eggplant, and king crab. Yum!
Service was of course very good and made the dining experience quite nice. I would recommend L’Atelier to adventurous foodies but not for a romantic experience.

The Mash Potatoes here will melt your face off. Like straight up Indiana Jones MELT. YOUR. FACE. OFF.
Yes yes, good food, great décor, cool bar set-​up, this isn’t the only location blah blah blah.
None of that matters. What matters is the mash potatoes, which, unless I’m mistaken, are actually the clouds upon which the Lord will return on. That is all.

There are actually two Restaurants in Vegas owned by this chef, whom I believe to be at this time one of the greatest chefs of our time! The upscale fine dining from the same Chef located next door, which you may need at least 6 months to a year to make a reservation. This one is a smaller upscaled one, which is an experience all in itself. Reservations are needed, but you can be lucky enough to get seated if cancellations or space is available! Don’t feel like the bar seating is demeaning in anyway, on the contrary, that’s where you will be front and center where the action happens!!! There are also tables along the wall for bigger groups!
If you normally read my reviews, you know I really tell you like it is, and this one my fellow Unilocalers is one of those don’t want to miss dinners and experiences! Very reasonable within the menu, with choice of meals/​apps chosen from their menu. The Chef and staff totally work with you should you have tickets for a concert or an event!
I really couldn’t find one darn thing wrong with this place! Can’t wait to go back!

I really wanted to love this place but was disappointed with the meal.
Although its more contemporary than his pricier counterpart next door, I believe the meal I had fell short of his reputation and of my expectation.

Food was awesome.
Server was awesome.
Sommelier made the experience very unpleasant. Treated people differently depending on what they ordered. Hovered over us and made us uncomfortable. Didn’t give us our wine until we had completed our amuse bouche and our first course had come out. Poured a substantial test of our wine and discarded it. Came by to fill our glasses once and made us feel like second class citizens because we didn’t order a $ 300+ bottle of wine he suggested.
Check out some of the other comments people have left for the sommelier. I rarely leave reviews and when I do they are positive. This is the exception because one shouldn’t have to deal with ridiculous pretension when coming to eat a special meal. Regardless of how much a person makes or appears to make you should treat everyone equally and politely. Check out my other check-​ins and see the restaurants I frequent. Exceptionally bad taste in the mouth left by the pretentious sommelier.
Again the food and server and atmosphere besides the sommelier was awesome. He’s knowledgeable about wine but that’s about it. A sommelier should add to the experience not detract from it because he thinks he’s better than you. Thanks for making our experience here less than stellar because of your singularly bad service.

Second time back at this location! Since I came during the holiday season, they were not offering an a la carte menu. We ended up ordering set menu A as we weren’t that hungry, and it was more than enough food for us. Menu A includes Amuse Bouche, two appetizers, one main course, and one dessert.
My friend and I decided to share our food to try a bigger variety of dishes. I love how Joel Robuchon always provides a great variety of bread. The amuse bouche came right after, and it consisted of a foie gras parfait that was actually super light and tasted yummy.
For the cold appetizer, I got the kampachi tartare with spicy avocado guacamole. The fish was super fresh, and the dish overall was very soft, not that many textures involved. It was tasty, however I thought it was okay.
For the hot appetizer, I got the soft fried egg with smoked salmon and baby salad. This was another okay dish, as it just tasted like smoked salmon with a soft boiled egg and crispy textures. My friend got the escargot cooked in parsley butter, fried creamy polenta, and parmesan which was delicious– I wish I had gotten this instead as the flavors in this dish was more unique.
For my entrée, I ordered the spiced maine lobster over tagliatelle pasta ($ 10 supplement). Another solid dish, but frankly, I expected more. Good pasta and lobster but it was nothing out of the ordinary. The mashed potatoes really saved the day though, as these were amazing. Super creamy and flavorful. I ended up taking some home as it was just that good. My friend ordered the seared duck breast with spiced sweet and sour quince which was another good entrée. The duck was tender and I really liked the pairing of sweet and sour with the duck!
The dessert was actually the best part of the night for me. I got the traditional tarts which came with five different types of mini cakes– lemon, cinnamon, chocolate caramel, orange, and apple. I really enjoyed trying the different flavors of each one! My friend got the cinnamon carrot cake with coconut sorbet, and the presentation was beautiful. It came in an actual carrot form, and the outside was covered with chocolate that you cut open to eat the cake inside. This was my favorite dish of the night and I was impressed with the taste and presentation of the carrot cake!
Overall, my experience this time around was a lot less impressive than my other times I’ve enjoyed L’Atelier. I was actually slightly disappointed at how normal everything tasted, and although I did see the cooks really plate everything beautifully, nothing was exceptional. The service/​kitchen was a little inconsistent, as it took an extremely long time for our entrée to come but our appetizers came out one right after the other. Three stars for food and service, but I’m sure I’ll be back a different time.

L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon at the MGM Grand was completely booked when we arrived, but fortunately, there was bar seating available. L’Atelier — an artist’s studio — is here referenced as dynamic interaction between kitchen and dining room, chef and diner. Here, the dishes are simple, straightforward, and utterly appealing.
We had a view of the kitchen and could see the dishes being prepared. They offered a three course early bird menu which was only $ 39, but we opted for the $ 75 tasting menu of five courses. Though it is quite expensive, each dish was incredibly delicious and beautifully presented. The tasting menu changes frequently, so always check in to see what they will be serving when you plan to dine with them. It was one of the best dinners we’ve had in Vegas! When you come, plan on making a reservation to avoid being turned away.
This was a truly a dining experience to behold, and I recommend this restaurant for serious foodies who happen to be around the MGM Grand.

Great fine dining option at this price point. Reservation is not too difficult — I used Opentable and got a prime time on NYE. Casual dress code — life saver for me since I’m always traveling when visiting fancy restaurants. Portion is huge for fine dining; Menu B (2 app, 2 main and a dessert) was too much.
Surprisingly, what impressed me most was the soft egg on smoked salmon app. I wasn’t expecting much from something sounds and looks so «basic». Try it if it is on the menu.
I also enjoy the casual bar setting. Chatted a bit with our waiter.
It would be better if bread is served warm and table could be cleaned between dishes. But I guess that comes with $$$$.

WOW. What an amazing dining experience! L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon definitely lived up to the hype. I know there are many mixed reviews about this restaurant but I’d say you won’t know unless you try for yourself. So, give it a go! Hey, they do have one Michelin star…
The décor inside is sleek and modern with a lot of black. They have an open kitchen so if you sit at the counter, you are in for a real treat. (They have regular seating too but it’s more fun sitting at the counter.) You can watch as the cooks and chefs prepare your meal and meticulously plate each course. Oh, and listen to bits of French here and there. :)
They start you off with a wonderful bread basket and salted butter. Delicious! The baguettes taste just like the ones you’d purchase in France. There were some flaky, buttery rolls thrown in as well that were amazing too. Oh my goodness!
Seasonal Discovery Menu ($ 168) — If you are going to dine at L’Atelier, you most certainly should try the tasting menu. For what you get, the price is quite reasonable.
L’amuse-bouche — Foie gras parfait with a port wine reduction and parmesan emulsion. This was so good! It was served in a little shot glass with foam on top. Yum!
Les Crevettes — Shrimp carpaccio, poppy seeds & Yuzu vinaigrette. This was a light and refreshing course. It was salty but the citrus from the Yuzu really balanced the flavors wonderfully. I really liked this dish.
La Courgette — Zucchini cooked on one side with curry, eggplant caviar and Ibérico ham. This was probably my least favorite dish. It was just ok. The presentation was really pretty and I loved the ham, but the overall flavor was a tad bitter.
La Saint-​Jacques — Sea scallop cooked in the shell with chive oil on an artichoke jus. Tasty! The scallop was tender and cooked to perfection.
Le Foie Gras — Foie gras ravioli served in a white soy sauce bouillon. This was my favorite dish! DELICIOUS. Little pillows filled with yummy foie gras. The flavor of the bouillon was amazing and I thoroughly enjoyed all the ingredients in it.
Le Saumon — Fresh salmon confit, savoy cabbage, juniper berries and kale emulsion. This was good! Tender, fresh salmon tasted yummy with the crushed juniper berries.
Le Bœuf — Glazed beef cheeks «Burgundy style» wrapped in cannelloni, cumin carrots. Another tasty dish. Beef cheeks never fail me!
Les Myrtilles — Blueberry and lemongrass Chantilly, fresh compote and yogurt sorbet. This was a tarty dessert but I loved it. Beautiful presentation!
Les Fruits Rouges — Orange cream, chocolate sponge, pickled cherries and strawberry sorbet. Mmm, those cherries!
Le Café — They were gracious enough to let me get hot tea, which made me very happy. The chamomile was wonderful! :)
The service was outstanding and the staff was just fabulous. They take good care of you here and are not afraid to strike up a conversation.
Merci beaucoup, Chef Robuchon! I shall return!

The food was 5 stars, but the service was baffling.
First, they had our reservation listed for the mansion instead of l’atelier despite the confirmation email showing the correct restaurant.
Our meal was punctuated by the sound of servers dropping silverware and plates every few minutes. Maybe the top-​heavy knives were new? It was such a strange experience to have at such a highly regarded restaurant.
One of the servers dropped the quail entrée on my friend. He was very apologetic, but again, it was a very strange thing to occur at such a nice establishment.
Still, it was a wonderful dining experience. The food was incredible and it was one of the best meals I’ve ever had.

This one had been on this list for me to go to ever since I’d moved to Vegas last year. I’m generally hesitant to eat on the strip as it’s sometimes tough to find the balance between the great food you’re likely to find, but not overpaying for it.
L’Atalier isn’t the priciest of places, nor the fanciest, but my experience here was amazing. The space is one of a kind… who would have thought that at a really nice place, you’ll be sitting at a bar watching the kitchen? This really adds to the whole experience: you’re not just getting a meal, you’re watching a show.
The food here: also top notch and reasonably priced. I went with a fix price menu which consisted of 2 appetizers (mango ceviche, seared scallops) an entrée (duck breast) and dessert (coffee ice cream) — sorry for not translating the dishes into food-​speak for all you foodies out there, but I’ll just write this review for the masses.
The waiter/​bartender also brought us a foie gras with Parmesan foam small plate and a few desserts for our anniversary following the meal. As i went through course after course here… i can recall turning to my wife and saying «I feel like I’m on vacation». Yes, the food is just that good: some are a little unique modern flair that will be something you’ve likely never tried (Parmesan foam… foam??!), others are just the mark of a perfectly prepared and delivered classic dish (duck breast). Oh and potatoes Robuchon? Hands down best mashed potatoes i’ve ever had. The secret: 1 part potato… 2 (maybe 3?) parts butter. Sorry heart.
Definitely add to the list for a unique dining experience in Vegas. Hard to get out for under $ 200 if you’re having any drinks though. IMO: worth every penny.

My friends and I had such a great dining experience here a month ago. Once you are in the restaurant, it feels so far removed from the busy casino and busy Las Vegas Blvd. The décor is a strange black with purple accents, but it works for them. As to be expected, everything is very clean and proper.
Our meal was so delicious. We asked to customize a meal that was similar to the pre-​fix menus, but with one starter/​appetizer and two main courses and one dessert (rather than two starters and one main course). Some of the meal items may not be what you like, but there is such a variety of choices that you’re bound to find something that will suit you. The bread cart was amazing (we jokingly asked our waiter to just leave the cart in front of our table), as was the mignardise cart. All the dishes were a work of art, and I did not find them to be over done at all. I’m looking forward to returning one day with my husband!

I have mixed feelings about this place and was very hesitant about leaving this less than perfect review after reading so many excellent ones, but then I read the average ones and could not agree more!
Yes, the high expectations could have played a part in it but how could you not after reading about Chef Joel Robunchon, the Michelin stars, etc
We had a reservation for an early dinner so we could catch a show afterwards. The hubby and I shared Menu B which came with 2 appetizers, 2 entrees and a dessert for $ 80+ and also shared 2 additional small plates (total of $ 200+ with no alcohol).
For a party of 2, you are seated in their bar overlooking at the Chef and all staff prepare all dishes. There are also tables but they seem to be for larger parties. I expected a more intimate and romantic experience but then again, seeing all the action in the kitchen was quite interesting.
We started with bread which was very good. I felt like I was eating baguette straight from Paris.
Then the amouse bouche came. It was liquidy with a bit of foei gras. Interesting but not my favorite.
*Appetizers: we had a King Snapper ceviche which was a bit too tangy/​sour and the Spanish tuna belly salad. The Veggies and tomatoes were fresh but the tuna belly had the texture of canned tuna and not raw and buttery as I expected. It also came with quail eggs that were delicious.
*Entrees: we had the duck with figs and the pork with cabbage. The duck was a bit tough and the berry sauce was not as sweet as I would have liked. The pork with cabbage was good. For the additional dishes, we had to order the foie gras and the milk fed pork chop. The foie gras was very smooth, unlike any other I have tried before. However, it just didn’t have much of the foie gras taste I have tried in other places. The milk pork chop was ok, nothing too memorable. The meats lacked a bit of salt, in my opinion, but of course I didn’t want to offend the chef by asking for some. The one dish that was very memorable was their mashed potatoes, super creamy and full of flavor.
*Desserts: This could have been the redeeming course since the French are known for pastries. I had a few slices of different flavors of pies and none of them really took my breath away. As a matter of fact, I didn’t even finish them. For my bday, they also gave me a chocolate dessert that was very nicely presented and tasted good.
Overall, it’s a good experience and the service was impeccable. Our server was very attentive and knowledgeable. However, for the hype and price, I was unfortunately underwhelmed.
5 star experience with 3 star food

Paying a visit to Joël Robuchon’s famous Atelier at the MGM Grand had been on my bucket list for… years. Literally years. The stars finally aligned on my recent trip to Vegas, and all of my expectations were met — and exceeded, big-​time.
I arrived in time for a 6pm reservation on a Saturday, and the place was buzzing but not crowded. Most of the restaurant consists of a long, sleek counter facing a bright, open kitchen. There are a few regular tables around the periphery, but those are no fun. The real enjoyment of L’Ateler really comes from sitting at the counter, making small-​talk with the ridiculously good-​looking staff, and mingling with the other food-​nerds who flock to the place from all over North America.
One of the nice parts of L’Atelier is that there are menus for all sizes of appetites and budgets. If you’re a baller, get the 20-​course tasting (degustation) menu and call it a day. For us mere mortals, there are smaller prix fixe menus of various sizes, as well as a la carte options. My server pointed me toward the generically named «Menu A», which ended up being the perfect amount of food. He also recommended me an awesome «Kabinett» Riesling, and brought out one of the most gorgeous breadbaskets I’d ever seen. Even the butter (served on black slate with fresh sea salt on top, natch) was a stunner.
Here’s the run-​down of the dishes:
– Amuse bouche: foie gras parfait with parmesan foam. Rich and decadent. Loved the savory foie gras with the lightness of the foam. Excellent starter.
– La dorade: king snapper ceviche on cilantro avocado cream. A very elevated ceviche. It had all the essence of citrus but none of the acid. The texture of the avocado cream was out of this world.
– L’oeuf: fried egg, smoked salmon, winter salad, and crispy noodles. The most unusual item of the night. The egg and salmon were perfectly done, and the crispy noodles gave the dish some nice carb-​y heft. A twist on bagels and lox?
– Le canard: roasted duck breast with poached figs. Easily the best duck I’ve ever had. It melted in your mouth like butter, as did the sweet (but not overly sweet) figs. Like all entrees, it comes served with a ramekin of Chef Robuchon’s famous mashed potatoes, which deserve all the acclaim they get.
– Le café: coffee chantilly, chocolate sablé, and coffee ice cream. An elegant, beautiful, and complex dessert. The fun part was building the perfect bite with bits of all the components.
I left L’Atelier feeling full, and very very happy. I’d come back in a heartbeat. If you enjoy innovative fine dining and think dinner should be an event and not just another meal, then L’Atelier will be right up your alley… or, rather, your casino.

When in Vegas last year for my buddy’s birthday, I had to look up some options on where to eat, and conveniently L’Atelier was in the MGM where we were staying. While it may not have officially had a Michelin star anymore due to those pretentious Europeans pulling out of Vegas entirely, I still consider it my first Michelin-​starred eating experience.
The restaurant itself was a lot smaller than I expected, with just a handful of tables and then a bar wrapping around the wide open kitchen. This made it a combination of a meal and performance art, watching meals be constructed at such a high level. I’m no slouch, but most meals I eat don’t involve tweezers in the preparation.
I splurged on the tasting menu for myself, with each course dutifully presented and described by the waiter as they came.
Scallop carpaccio — the thinly sliced scallops were ultra smooth, with added richness from the olive oil and just a little bit of bite from the chives.
Stuffed pepper — bigger flavour here from the pepper, while the eggplant filling had a soft texture and light flavour. The slice of tuna belly was rich and not too fishy, while the crispy wafer bits added a crunchy contrast to the rest of the dish.
Langoustine — this mini-​lobster came with green curry and oil smears. Perfectly cooked, although not as rich in flavour as the Nova Scotia lobster that I have at home, but it was a great dish nonetheless and the best so the first few courses.
Foie gras tortellini soup — the broth was very mild, with most of the flavour coming from the cilantro, green onions and chili flakes (?) in the soup. The foie gras tortellini was smooth and delicious, although the foie was subdued by the bigger herby flavours of the dish.
Seared turbot — very mild fish, but perfectly cooked and flaked easily with a fork. A bit of acidity from the pickled veggies added a bit of bite.
Foie gras-​stuffed quail and mashed potatoes — the quail leg was fantastic — moist and flavourful, with added depth from the sauce. The tiny stuffed breast was a little bit on the dry side, but the fattiness of the foie helped in that regard. The mashed potatoes were as fluffy and rich as you could possibly make a potato.
Dessert #1 was comprised of a strawberry and cherry tomato sorbet and lime ganache. The flavours were spot on and a stark contrast to mass produced desserts or ice creams that I’m not a huge fan of. A light, refreshing and not-​too-​sweet dessert.
Dessert #2 was a great mix of textures — smooth caramel and chocolate sauces, crispy wafers, a few kernels of popcorn. Again, not heavy on the sugar but a nice way to finish the meal.
Things wrapped up with a great espresso to power me through the night to come.
It certainly wasn’t easy on the wallet, but it was an awesome meal and experience. The elevated level of expectations here made me be more nit-​picky but Michelin star or not, it is definitely worth a visit.

When I was younger I wanted the Care Bear with the birthday cupcake on his chest only because he could magically make more cupcakes whenever he wanted.
Now that I’m older I want a Care Bear that has their special cheese bread on his chest, so he can magically make this addictive cheese bread for me any time I want one.
The waiter must have thought I was crazy, since they’re about the size of mini cream puffs, and I was more excited about the cheese bread than the caviar or the fresh crab.
My brother said I must have had 12 small rolls!
But, I’m sure you’re not reading this because you want to hear about my cheese bread infatuation, you want to hear about the stellar tasting menu right?
Well look no further. Our course started with an avocado and crab started. Then the caviar tasting. Then moved onto a mixture of seafood, beef, and poultry dishes. And of course they had foie gras.
Everything was cooked and presented perfectly here.
Remember the dress code is suit and tie, and they did check our shoes. I guess some people wear tennis shoes or flip flops in or something.
They have an option to add truffles here to their pasta dish.
Also, they have the option to do different tasting menus. For instance I had the 16 course menu, but my brother opted for a different smaller prix fix menu. So we didn’t have to order the same thing.
The highlights were, of course that to die for cheese bread (I know, it sounds crazy, but I even took a picture of it, but it turned out blurry), and the dessert cart at the end.
The dessert cart was a chocolate masterpiece. The cart that day had an animal theme, so they had animals on it made of chocolate (as decoration, you can’t choose the chocolate animals) then tons of truffles, small cakes, tarts, etc. You can choose whatever you desserts you want, then they’ll place it on the plate for you.
I’ve been to several Joel Robuchon’s around the world, and this by far is my favorite one of his restaurants since it’s both extra classy, and they have my favorite bread and dessert’s cart which the Asia locations did not have when I went there.

When I look at the pictures from Unilocal,i feel it is a must try place. After I tried it, I would say it is one of the best tasting menu that i have tried.
This restaurant is in a class by itself. I love their red roses that display everywhere, felt so romantic already when you just entered to the restaurant. I’ve been to Joel Robuchon’s when we traveled HongKong last year, both are very good, and this by far is my favorite one of his restaurants since it’s both extra classy.
Overall, it has super good tasting menu, I would give 5 stars for the food and their service. Highly recommend it althought price is pretty high, but totally worth to try.

diner a l’atelier est une experience inoubliable! les plats defilent et c’est un regal. nous avons pris le menu a 81 $ et nous avons passé un moment inoubliable. bravo!

Superbe!
Mon 1er resto de grand chef: je n’ai pas été déçue.
Le décor est super, la majorité des places assises sont en fait situées (comme un bar) autour de la cuisine pour admirer les cuisiniers s affairer.
L accueil est parfait et l’addition, au final, correcte pour un grand chef.