Author: Marissa Gomez
Marissa Gomez
I cover all things food, from greasy spoon dives to five star fusion. I was born in El Paso and raised on street tacos and storytelling, so I’ve got a knack for finding flavor where most people miss it. You can now catch me in Vegas chasing the next bite.
Honolulu’s celebrated Asian food hall has arrived in Southwest Las Vegas. 12 stalls, Michelin-recognized chefs, a neon noodle alley, yakitori, Asian cocktails, and zero tourist markup. This is the one locals have been waiting for. DetailsWhereUnCommons, 6840 Helen Toland St, Las Vegas, NV 89113 (corner of Durango Dr and the 215 Beltway)HoursDaily, 11am to 10pmWebsitehttp://stixasia.com/las-vegas/ParkingFirst 2 hours free in all three garages. $3 per hour after, $15 daily max. EV charging available in all garages.Getting ThereTake the 215 to Durango Dr heading south. UnCommons is immediately on your left. Three parking structures on site labeled PS1, PS2, and PS3.SpendAffordable. Street…
New York hospitality titan Scott Sartiano brings his Neapolitan Italian steakhouse to Wynn Las Vegas, and locals, this one is worth the drive, the dress code, and every dollar. DetailsWhereWynn Las Vegas, 3131 S Las Vegas BlvdHoursWednesday–Sunday · Bar 4pm · Dinner 5pm · Closes 10pm (10:30pm Fri–Sat)Reservationswynnlasvegas.com · (702) 770-3463 · OpenTableDress CodeUpscale resort attire, come dressed for the occasionAverage Spend$150–$200+ per person with drinksParkingFirst 3 hours free for all guests · Self-park $25/day after · Valet $40ClosedMonday & Tuesday The Story Behind It Scott Sartiano is the New York hospitality heavyweight behind Zero Bond, Manhattan’s most coveted private members…
On Saturday, April 18, 2026, Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa will transform its expansive pool deck into a premiere culinary festival to celebrate its 20th anniversary. Titled Taste of Station, this one-night-only “al fresco soirée” serves as a grand showcase of the diverse dining portfolio across the Station Casinos family, blending neighborhood pride with high-end gastronomy. A Milestone Evening Under the Desert Sky Running from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., the event is designed as a social, strollable experience. Rather than a formal sit-down dinner, guests are invited to wander between tasting stations, sampling signature bites and craft cocktails.…
The Las Vegas Strip has never lacked spectacle, but it has often lacked a singular, soulful narrative. That changes on Friday, April 24, 2026. Kwame Onwuachi, the James Beard Award-winning visionary behind New York’s Tatiana and D.C.’s Dōgon, is officially planting his flag in the desert. Maroon, an Afro-Caribbean steakhouse, is taking over the high-profile footprint formerly held by Bazaar Meat, bringing a much-needed cultural perspective to one of the city’s most famous dining rooms. The Soul of the Concept Maroon is more than a restaurant; it’s a tribute. The name honors the Jamaican Maroons, descendants of enslaved Africans who…
Las Vegas used to draw a clear line between dinner and nightlife. You ate, you left, and then you went elsewhere for entertainment. Those lines are blurring fast. Today, some of the most coveted tables in town double as social epicenters, featuring live DJs, immersive architecture, and menus built to fuel a night that never quite ends. Welcome to the era of high-energy dining, where the restaurant is the destination and dinner is the show. What is High-Energy Dining? High-energy restaurants merge sophisticated cuisine with a vibrant, “always-on” social atmosphere. Characterized by expansive layouts, open kitchens, and stadium-style seating, these…
Las Vegas has always celebrated Mexican culinary inspiration, and now that connection reaches a new pinnacle with a direct arrival from Mexico City’s dining royalty. On March 28, 2026, Cantina Contramar, the first U.S. location of Chef Gabriela Cámara’s famed seafood institution, officially joined the elite collection at Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Cámara, a global powerhouse named one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People, has partnered with Pritzker Prize-winning architect Frida Escobedo to transport the soul of the Mexican capital to the Strip. The result is a space where modernist architecture meets the conviviality of a traditional cantina, serving up an…
On March 2, 2026, the Brazilian steakhouse Fogo de Chão officially opened its first location on the Las Vegas Strip. Situated inside the Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort, this 14,000-square-foot flagship marks a major expansion for the brand, which has operated its original Las Vegas location off-Strip at the Hughes Center since 2011. The new venue is a two-story powerhouse featuring open churrasco grills on each level, ensuring the spectacle of Gaucho chefs fire-roasting meats is the central focus of every seat in the house. The Table-Side Essentials (Unlimited) The experience begins with a traditional spread of Brazilian…
Las Vegas loves a good food import, but the latest arrival at The Resort at Summerlin feels less like a corporate expansion and more like a piece of Los Angeles street culture has been transplanted to the desert with its authentic Tijuana style menu. On March 17, 2026, Tacos 1986 officially joined “The Neighborhood Food Hall.” For Summerlin locals, it’s a first taste of the brand that started as a Hollywood sidewalk cart and grew into a California institution by honoring the soul of the Tijuana-style taco. The Ritual: Four Ways to Protein The heart of the 1986 experience is…
For The Win (FTW) Burgers will open its first Las Vegas location inside the newly rebranded Resort at Summerlin, introducing a smashburger concept that has gained recognition in Los Angeles for its focused menu and consistent execution. Founded in 2020 by chef Santos Uy, the brand emerged from the transformation of a Michelin-recognized French restaurant into a streamlined burger operation, a shift that resulted in a concept defined by simplicity and repeat appeal. A True LA Favorite, Now in Vegas The opening aligns with a broader transition at the property formerly known as Rampart Casino and JW Marriott. Now operating…
Gymkhana arrives in Las Vegas with serious credentials behind it. Long regarded as one of the most influential Indian restaurants in the world, the London original has earned multiple Michelin stars, international awards, and consistent placement on global “best restaurant” lists. Its Las Vegas debut marks the brand’s first U.S. location, and the city it chose says everything.Now open inside ARIA Resort & Casino, Gymkhana steps onto the Strip with the kind of reputation most restaurants spend decades chasing. A global reputation, now on the Strip Gymkhana’s London flagship has held two Michelin stars, a rare distinction for Indian cuisine,…