Las Vegas Dining and Entertainment News – December 10

This weekly update covers noteworthy restaurant openings and closings, dining news, culinary events, and entertainment news.

Events

La Fontaine — December 14, 15, 21, and 22

Fontainebleau Las Vegas will host its elevated Santa Brunch at La Fontaine from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. over two weekends in December.

Guests of all ages are invited to indulge in a sweet and savory three-course prix fixe brunch menu while enjoying whimsical activities like cookie decorating, writing letters to Santa, and capturing festive moments with Mr. Claus himself.

Tickets are priced at $125 for adults and $49 for children, with holiday cocktails available for additional purchase. The adult menu includes pastries and Danish for the table; choice of appetizer with selections such as Baked Escargot, Spiced & Smoked Deviled Egg, and Tarte Flambe Flatbread; entrée choice with the likes of Traditional Eggs Benedict, Lobster Florentine, and Pan-Seared Chicken Breast; and dessert choice of chocolate or vanilla cake. The kid’s menu offers a choice of two items from selections, including Souffle Pancakes, Crispy Chicken Fingers, and French Toast.   

To make reservations and view the complete menu, click here.

Azzurra Cucina Italiana — December 24

Azzurra Cucina Italiana will offer limited seats at 4 p.m., 6:15 p.m., and 8:30 p.m. for the classic Feast of the Seven Fishes from Executive Chef Alessandra Madeira.

The one-night-only menu will include Seafood Salad with calamari rings and tentacles, shrimp, New Zealand mussels, crab meat, black olives, celery, and bell peppers with citronette dressing ($22); Little Neck Baked Clams stuffed with breadcrumbs, herbs, and garlic with lemon butter sauce ($20); Lobster Ravioli stuffed with creamy lobster sauce and chunks of lobster ($38); Rigatoni al Salmone & Piselle—rigatoni noodle, smoked salmon, and peas in pink sauce ($32); Pan-seared Halibut with pistachio pesto sauce and asparagus ($60); Salmon stuffed with crab meat, Beurre Blanc sauce, and warm Fregola salad ($42); and Butterfly Whole Branzino with black olives, capers, cherry tomatoes, tomato sauce, and spinach ($48). 

Ferraro’s Ristorante — December 24

Ferraro’s Ristorante will host its Feast of the Seven Fishes on Christmas Eve, a five-course dinner pairing fresh seafood selections with Italian flare.

Priced at $145 per person, the courses are: 

• Seared Scallop with cauliflower purée and Genovese drizzle and Jumbo Lump Crab Cake with mustard sauce
• Insalata di Mare—squid, shrimp, octopus, vegetables, herbs, and lemon 
• Acquerello Risotto with lobster, seasonal black truffles, mascarpone cheese, and truffle oil
• choice of Scottish Salmon with lemon, white wine, Dijon mustard, rosemary, crispy leeks, and asparagus; Mediterranean Sea Bass with tomatoes, anchovies, capers, and olives; or Spaghetti with clams, mussels, shrimp, scallops, lobster, squid, and Campari tomato sauce
• and choice of Tiramisu, Passione Pistachio, or Cannoli. 

All party members must participate in the Christmas Eve dinner, with the exception of children under 12.

Ferraro’s hours of operation will be from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.

The regular dinner menu will also be available.

RPM Italian — December 24

RPM Italian at the Forum Shops at Caesars will host a Feast of the Seven Fishes menu that puts a modern twist on the timeless Italian tradition.

The meal costs $125 per person (plus tax and tip) and is available from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Courses are Squash Blossom Fritti with Maine lobster, mascarpone, and basil aioli; Bluefin Tuna & Caviar with bay scallop and Mediterranean octopus; King Crab Tortelli with lobster fonduta; Seafood Risotto with poached prawns and stracciatella (add white truffle $65); choice of Maine Scallops with butternut squash and brown butter or 6 oz Center-cut Creekstone Filet Mignon with cherry peppers (add 1/2 lb Maine Lobster – MP); and a special occasion dessert.

Pick of the Week: Carversteak

Since its debut at Resorts World in Dec. 2021, Carversteak has been recognized as one of the Las Vegas Strip’s premier luxury steakhouses and has earned accolades including “Best Tried & True Steakhouse” from Vegas Magazine in 2023 & 2024 and “Best Cocktails” award on Las Vegas Weekly’s 2023 Best of Vegas list.

Covering 13,500 square feet, Carversteak is among the largest luxury steakhouses in the city. The bar and dining room are decorated in Art Deco and mid-century modern style with fun neon-embedded artwork. There is also an expansive lounge, two private dining rooms, and an enclosed terrace bar and garden with sweeping views of the Strip.

The kitchen is helmed by Carver Road Corporate Executive Chef Daniel Ontiveros, who has worked with and for some of the world’s most renowned chefs, including positions at Joël Robuchon, Thomas Keller Bouchon Bistro, Michael Mina’s Nobhill Tavern, and Scotch 80 Prime.

The menu, created by Ontiveros, features a variety of cuts of Japanese A-5, Australian and domestic wagyu, and wet- and dry-aged American steaks from renowned artisan producers such as Allen Brothers, Creekstone Farm, and Snake River Farms. Before your steak is delivered, your server will present a classy wood box emblazoned with “Choose Your Weapon.” It contains five custom-made steak knives with various handles for you to select from. Add-ons are Alaskan King Crab, Lobster Tail, Black Truffle Butter, Roasted Bone Marrow, and Hudson Valley Seared Foie Gras; and sauces include house-made Cs-steak sauce, red wine Bordelaise, peppercorn, bearnaise, hollandaise and Point Reyes blue cheese.

The chef shows his versatility and mastery of combining ingredients with standout dishes such as Wagyu Cheese Slider with caramelized onions, aged provolone mornay, and truffle on a buttered Parker Roll; Big Eye Tuna Tartare with tapioca cracker, avocado, and aji Amarillo aioli; Atlantic Salmon with Dijon gremolata, chickpea panisse, Swiss chard, and Romesco sauce; Mac N Cheese with cavatappi pasta emboldened with aged Irish cheddar; Brussels Sprouts with pomegranate, honey, and chili flake; and Pommes Purée (mashed potatoes) that are equal parts potato and butter.

Pastry Chef Abby Mullins ably composes desserts. Not to be missed is her Baked Nevada (similar to Baked Alaska) with strawberry and raspberry sorbet, toasted meringue, and coconut lime cake, which transforms into a theatrical presentation when your server ignites it with 151-proof rum.

Carversteak takes whiskey so seriously that one of its two private dining rooms is the Whiskey Room, where private tastings are held, and some of its rarest bottles are stored in attractive cabinets. Carver Road Hospitality Vice President of Beverage & Hospitality Culture Master Mixologist Francesco Lafranconi curates the collection of 240+ expressions. It’s one of Las Vegas’s largest in terms of rare, one-off creations, including some that you can only find here, like the Carversteak Maker’s Mark 46 Private Selection Single Barrel.

During this holiday season, some notable offerings are worth taking advantage of. Available on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day from 5 to 10 p.m. are Winter Beet Salad with Salanova lettuce, citrus, crispy goat cheese, and truffle vinaigrette; Potato Leek Soup topped with crispy bacon, chives, and a delicate puff pastry topping; Holiday Prime Rib Roast served alongside a savory cornbread casserole, rosemary au jus, and creamy horseradish; and a classic Christmas Croquembouche—a tower of pâte à choux filled with pastry cream drizzled in caramel atop almond nougatine.

To view the complete menu, visit carversteak.com.

Dining News

Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer Offering Holiday Burger and Shakes

Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer at The Venetian is helping us celebrate the holidays with two themed menu items:

• The Holiday Juicy Lucy ($24)—available through December, brie stuffed wagyu patty topped with sprout slaw, crispy shallots, and creamy peppercorn sauce
• Holiday Mini CrazyShake Flight ($35)—available December 23-30, three mini-shakes including the Eggnog Gingerbread Shake (gingerbread cookie crumbs topped with whipped cream and a cherry), Chocolate Peppermint Sugar Cookie Shake (crushed candy cane topped with a candy cane sugar cookie, whipped cream, and a cherry), and Christmas Tree Shake (Christmas sprinkles topped with Christmas tree cake, whipped cream, and a cherry).

Velveteen Rabbit Unveils Holiday Cocktails

The Arts District’s very own Velveteen Rabbit is launching a few festive new craft cocktails just in time for the Big Guy to enjoy, and the room has been transformed into an eclectic and moody version of The North Pole. The blissful beverage collection includes:

• Mole Hot Chocolate—dark rum + serrano pepper + spiced mole hot chocolate + whipped hazelnut mousse ($15)
• Caramel Cider—salted caramel-infused rye + feretti biscotti + nonino + holiday spices + apple & cherry cider ($15)
• Neon Blitzen—pisco + house buttered pecan & cranberry liqueur + blanc vermouth + lime meringue ($15)
• Vegas Vixen—smoked beef tallow-infused mezcal + gingerbread & blueberry turbinado + Turkish tobacco bitters ($16).

Entertainment News

Murray SawChuck Joins L.A. Comedy Club Lineup 

Renowned comedy magician Murray SawChuck is bringing his his “Hairlarious Deceptions” show to the custom-built 270-seat L.A. Comedy Club showroom situated on the main casino floor at The STRAT. Starting Saturday, Jan. 4, the comedy and magic show is performed every Saturday and Sunday at 4 p.m.

With over 23 years as a Las Vegas headliner, Murray SawChuck is one of magic’s most recognized figures. He has been featured in 100+ television programs, including 22 seasons of Pawn Stars and 11 seasons of Masters of Illusion. He was a finalist on America’s Got Talent, where he famously vanished a full-size locomotive train engine.

Known for his family-friendly shows, Murray hosts meet-and-greets after every performance, allowing fans to connect, take photos, and get autographs.

Ticket prices start at $39.95 plus taxes and fees, with the option to purchase L.A. Comedy’s $30 All You Can Drink Special. Nevada locals with valid ID receive 50 percent off.

For more info and to purchase tickets, click here.