maybe deserved 2 stars, but had to give -1 due to the ridiculous pricing for very average french food. I know it's located in a tourist town, but I don't understand all the stellar reviews. The entree I had was essentially pieces of overdone grilled meats thrown on a plate. The foie gras was mediocre. Truthfully this place isn't much better than food you'd get on a cruise ship. The service was average at best, waiter was a little pushy when trying to get us to order bottled water rather than Las Vegas' best. With so many other choices in Vegas, skip this place.
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Danelle G.
For our 25th wedding anniversary, we wanted to find a great French restaurant (love French food). Andre's ambiance was romantic and cozy. The waiter was attentive and accommodating. The food and wine were amazing. Being somewhat of a foodie, also enjoyed meeting the chef after dinner. If you enjoy a drink / cigar after dinner, venture upstairs to the cigar bar. Wonderful!
(5)
Lynette F.
The service, the food, the ambiance and the entire experience add up to the most amazing dining experience I have ever had!
(5)
E B.
WOW. The pinnacle of French sophistication in LAS. Stunning decor yet relaxed ambiance. Sure it'll set you back a lot more than you can probably afford...but you only live once. One of the best culinary experience of my life. Words cannot describe. Just go. really nothing else to say...
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Kevin M.
After years of staying at the Monte Carlo, we finally decided to try Andre's...and it was well worth the wait. We had the Chateaubriand and it was out of this world. The waitstaff was very attentive, but not part of the conversation. We can't wait for our next trip out here to eat at Andre's again.
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Calvin C.
The 5 course tasting did not impress me. Overpriced food for bland if not disgusting for one's palliate. Told the manager it was our anniversary & the waiter carried out a "Happy Birthday" plate...lol $200+ (including wine) was doable for a fine dining place, but I wouldn't go back. My fiancee kept saying how claustrophobic it was (which @ 1st I would say "it feels intimate"), but I finally gave in & had to agree.
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Lisa B.
I was recommended by a fellow yelper and reviewer to give this restaurant a try. And what a gem! I believe that this place is a hidden secret. The service was wonderful, topped only by their food. We purchased a travelzoo deal and I did not feel like we were lacking anything. With our deal, we had a three course meal. The portions were generous. I had the lobster bisque and it was amazingly presented and it was the best I had ever eaten. I had the salmon entree while my husband had this beef dish. The salmon was perfectly cooked, but I could not stop sneaking bites from my husband's dish. His beef dish looked simple, but the flavors were just exceptional. Even the bread was delicious. We literally ate two bread baskets worth of bread (and by we, I mean my husband...). I highly recommend this place.
Short and sweet review. As a local...To Die For! Love this place. The quality of the food coming out of the kitchen is amazing. We usually get a romantic booth and are served by the most hospitable staff. People like "1 Star Calvin" would not know a quality restaurant if it bit them in the ass. I could go on and on, but I am short on time tonight. Six stars for me!!!
The meal was excellent and we enjoyed both the food and presentation. At the start of the meal, the waiter suggested caviar but we both got the impression it was either complimentary or a small add-on. He asked it sort of in passing and we agreed. It was delicious but we had no idea it was going to be $140 additional for a very small acoop of caviar. Literally a spoonful of the stuff cost more than the entire 7 course tasting menu. Honestly we were shocked when we got the bill. It immediately spoiled the meal for us. I expected to pay around $350 not $500. It was angering. I mentioned our concern to the waiter but he didn't seem to take any steps to resolve the issue. We were really disappointed. It's not the money that bothers me, it's the feeling of a bait and switch that does. If I had known that the caviar was going to be that expensive, I would've just stuck with the tasting menu alone. Anyway we paid the bill and left but I would not reccomend this restaurant.
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Nelson Q.
Stopped in for HH to check it out...Moscow Mule was nice and refreshing, as was the Cucumber Collins. The food items we ordered were just okay, and a little on the skimpy side, Steak Frites...3 thin slices of warm to room temp steak with oh, about 5 fries in a cute paper cone...pretty sad Sliders(2) on brioche with blue cheese and caramelized onions were a bit better, but skimpy as well...at least the company was a lot better....ALOHA!!!
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Vanessa V.
A friend spotted a $99 TravelZoo voucher online for a three-course dinner for two, so we grabbed that opportunity to indulge in some fine French dining. Andre's is located in the depth's of the Monte Carlo's casino. Don't follow any of the signs that read, "Restaurant." There's separate -- almost unnoticeable --signage that points to the fine dining restaurants. Andre's is quite a walk from the parking garage and even from the lobby, and its placement is unusual because it's located at the end of the casino and by the front entrance. When we arrived, we were led by the hostess into a small dining room and seated at one of the semi-circular booths. We were then given a menu specific for those with TravelZoo voucher, plus champagne. In addition, they served us complimentary appetizers made up of a tiny bowl of soup and potato chip. Appetizer - Foie Gras (not on the three-course menu): Our dinner began with a plate of foie gras with caramelized apple. The foie gras was tender, and it paired well with the apple slices. It was a nice harmony of rich, savory flavors and light sweetness. First Course - Beef Carpaccio: Thin slices of beef garnished with shaved parmesan cheese. I've never eaten beef carpaccio before, so I can't make a comparison. It was palatable and tasted good on the toasted slices of bread that it was accompanied by. Second Course - Roasted Duck Breast and Duck Sausage: The duck sausage was fine, but the duck breast's flavor wasn't what I was expecting. It was over-seasoned with pepper and reminded me of peppery roast beef. Furthermore, the meat was tough to cut through. Third Course - Chocolate Souffle: Rich and not too sweet; though,I would've liked it more if it tasted a bit sweeter. A small bowl of cocoa sauce came with this, but I didn't think it made any difference in taste when added to the souffle. Service: It's the type of professional service that's expected at a fine dining establishment. Overall: Except for the foie gras, I thought each of the courses were OK. On the other hand, the service was exceptional which is why I'm giving this restaurant a 4/5 instead of a 3/5.
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Bonnie Y.
Yes, we had the travelzoo deal - but i say this place is worth a visit even without the coupon - with it? just make it even better! as soon as we were seated, i LOVED the whole color combination of the decor and tableware! the service was awesome, we didn't get treated differently at all because we have the coupons. Food was amazing - i was talked into adding a lobster tail for $15 to go with my entree and that tail was... just OK (lol). the bread was warm and i swear one guy at our table must have the whole big basket of it himself... desert was yummy - both souffle and cream brulee. I'd recommend this place to anyone who don't even have coupons. though it's located at the relatively older hotel, it's worth to go - perhaps before or after a show (or the hack, they have cheaper tables there too!)
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Brian F.
This review is for the cigar lounge which is located upstairs. It is a small room and it has one of the more impressive scotch selections on the Strip. The service is friendly and exceptional. Being an individual who smokes and enjoys 3-5 cigars daily and I've patronized many cigar shops and lounges, I really enjoy the small private feeling environment and atmosphere of this place. The cigar selection is minimal so I recommend you bringing your own as you may not find what your palate desires. I'd frequent here more often for a cigar, however, mobile connection is sporadic at best in case you need to be connected or need to do some work/business over a cigar.
This place is amazing! From the time you are seated to the time you leave the service is on point. If you are looking for a delicious meal that is on the strip this is your place. My husband and I shared the caesar salad and it is by far the best caesar I have ever had. The chef and staff put so much detail into their food it truly shows. I will definitely be back next time we are in town.
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Jackie Y.
My husband and I decided to give this restaurant a try while we are in Vegas with some friends. Hubby and I got a Travelzoo coupon while our friends ordered from regular menu. I would say all dishes were mediocre other than the foie gras which was pretty tasty. One disappointing visit especially it is rated as Michelin one star.
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Amber S.
This is by far the best kept secret in Vegas. Hidden in a nook of Monte Carlo, is a traditional french restaurant that will delight your taste-buds and leave you craving the next course. Their wine selection is hard to compete with and the french onion soup and souffles are by far the best I have ever had. Arrive a little early to enjoy the upstairs cigar lounge and a glass of hand selected Cabernet while you lounge by the fire.
(5)
Will D.
Highly recommended for dinner but the real treat is the cigar bar upstairs. I was in LV for CES and a co-worker and I decided on dinner at Andre's and figuratively stumbled onto the cigar bar. First - the meal: excellent service, delicious, if a bit pricey, food. The environment is an oasis of calm in crazy LV. The French onion soup and duck breast were about perfect. Crème brulee was fabulous. The wine list is great and includes some tasty wines at the low end of the spectrum (recommended: Tinto Negro Malbec at $55). Of course if you are going to splurge you have some great choices there, too. And the sommelier was friendly and helpful. The big treat was the cigar bar upstairs. Comfortable, cozy with the fireplace and tended by one of the great service-oriented bartenders. Alfredo Meza is his name and he's not only knowledgeable and friendly but went out of his way to make sure that we were happy while enjoyed our cigars and cocktails.
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Todd H.
I have been to Alize at the Palms many times. Now for Andres- Andre is a great chef who surrounds himself with a lot of talent. At Andres, the chef is Chris Bulen. The wife and I were blown away by the fine food and exceptional service. The Scampi Andre is delicious/ if licking the plate were socially acceptable.... The lamb was great as well- I, being a difficult guest ordered Medium Rare Plus and it came out perfect, as my server told me that chef Chris personally did it to make sure it was perfect. He even came out to check if it was ok. We felt like VIPs and definitely recommend Andres for a special occasion!
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Paulyne R.
Love how I can Yelp for something and when I find it, make reservations through OpenTable in the Yelp app. Clap Clap Clap! Cousin and I flew to Vegas from California, the foie-gras-less state, excluding the Federal regulated areas. Since one of my traveling policies is to try things I can't have at home, this was on top of our list. And then there was Chef Andre Rochat's namesake restaurant whose menu has not one but two foie gras dishes. Pardon my inexperienced palette, this would only count as my second try of this now California-banned delicacy. As my cousin and I's first go was a seared foie gras with apple (this in a SF neighborhood French restaurant prior to the ban), we opted for the Andre's chilled interpretation of how this slice of fat must be served. Drum roll please. Before the appetizers of escargot and foie gras arrived, we were given something with caviar and some bread. That bread was fantastic. On to the Foie Gras: I liked it, but we couldn't finish it, and we were two sharing one order. Lesson learned, our inexperienced palettes might have been happier with the pan-seared version than the pate we had. Nothing against the dish itself but just a matter of preference when consuming this kind of fat. The pate foie gras went well with the raspberry paste. As for the escargot, my cousin thought it was too garlicky, I thought it was fine. Oil was good for dipping bread and I think I made myself full from doing that. Main course. My cousin had the stuffed duck while I ordered the ribeye, medium rare. It was perfect. I didn't care for the stinky cheese they put a small amount of on top, but that's just me. Other than that, I was in meat heaven. Too bad we were in a rush to see Jabbawockeez so we had little time to enjoy the entire meal. I hope we didn't seem impolite by asking them to fire everything asap. The ribeye steak was awesome, don't get me wrong, but for the time crunch of eating, maybe I should have ordered the lobster which is easier to scarf down while trying to be all ladylike and poised. And the other regret is not being able to order their souffle of the day. Le Sigh! The disappointing thing about the whole Andre Rochat experience was the ambience of the place. It seemed dead and lackluster. But tell you what? The service more than made up for it. Firstly, we had reservations for 7:45PM but were running late. I called them at 7:40PM and asked if they could hold it for 10 minutes. They were very accommodating. Secondly, they didn't give us attitude for being asked to take our pictures (some restaurant staff are like that but not here!) And when they checked up on us it wasn't too frequent (I hate it when they're overly attentive - I want my fine dining meals relaxing and I don't want to feel like they just won't leave you alone) which is wonderful. **On the Restaurant Week Menu only** It was the last day of the Las Vegas Restaurant week but the event prix fixe menu didn't seem to be proportionate to the restaurant's current tasting menu so I didn't do that. You don't get to choose your appetizer or soup, you only get three choices for the main entree. I know there is a gap between how much they cost, but isn't that part of the restaurant week challenge to showcase what the restaurant has to offer at a more enticing price? I said nay to the one chicken, two fish trio offered as main courses, aside from not having an option for the appetizers.
You can tell from my reviews that I'm all about the food. I rarely say anything about the atmosphere but Andre's at Monte Cristo is just such a beautiful restaurant. This was the last of our "Las Vegas French Tour" restaurants (after Mon Ami Gabi, Bouchon, L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon, Eiffel Tower Restaurant, Payard Patisserie & Bistro). Unfortunately, it was slightly disappointing. The food tasted great. The plating on the seared foie gras is beautiful. Yep, that word again. Service, of course, was impeccable. But on the whole, not worth the price of admission. Maybe 4.5 stars but not as good as it gets.
Very poor experience here. Went in for dinner on Saturday night around 6:45 pm. The place was still pretty empty with only a couple other tables being served. We had the misfortune of being placed with one the worst, rudest waiters I've ever experienced. To begin with, it took about 10 minutes before anyone even came over to hand us a menu. Then about another 10 minutes later or waiter decides to come over and introduce herself, as well as take our order. She was condescending and downright rude to the table next to us, so I wasn't expecting much when she actually came over. Never even asked us if we wanted anything to drink, and I had to ask her for a wine menu before ordering (this is supposed to be a Michelin rated restaurant - come on!) Finally we get our order in, and the food doesn't come out for 30 minutes! Not ONCE did our waiter come by during this time to check up on us or ask if I would like another glass of wine. Finally when the food does come out, they forgot to bring by our side order of brussels sprouts. Another 15 minutes go by, and by the time they do bring them out, we were already done with our meal. Was told by the server to just eat them and we wouldn't be charged. Of course we ended up being charged for them, even though we told the waiter we didn't want them because they took so long we had already finished our meal. And then the icing on the cake...after asking for my ID to charge the tab to our room at Bellagio (which was kind of weird in itself), our waiter takes a look at my ID and condescendingly says "gained some weight there didn't ya." I mean, again this is supposed to be a fine dining restaurant, who says that? I don't know the waiters name, but she really ruined what would otherwise have been a decent meal experience. If management is reading this, she's an older woman who acts like the customers are doing her a favor by dining in her presence. She served us around 6:45 on Saturday the 29th.
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Cassandra C.
The service was superb. The decor is tres chic! I love that there is this elegant, not HUGE (like everything else in Vegas) but perfectly quaint high quality restaurant in the middle of a Casino/Hotel! Our waiters were amazing - the provided us with extra attention - we never wanted or needed for anything - and the truffles they provide at the end of the dinner were AMAZING! Also - look for the Travelzoo - that is how we did it - sooooooooo worth it. The chocolate soufle'e is the bomb!
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Moto S.
I think I've finally found the place to smoke cigars in Vegas. Casa Fuente is overpriced (of course, what a surprise) the wicker furniture is torture after awhile, and when Rhumbar first opened it was nice, but the nightly hip hop DJ and young swagger crowd have killed it for me. After knowing about it for a year or so, I finally made it down to Andres to check out the cigar lounge. It's upstairs, it's cozy (15-20 people or so would be about the max I think), it's quiet, one big screen and nice comfy furniture. I was shown upstairs, got a seat, and within a few minutes I was being waited on. I had brought my own cigars to smoke, but I did have several drinks. One of their special drinks and some regular cocktails. For Vegas standards, I'd say the drinks were maybe even a little better than usual for the money. I stayed for a couple of hours or so. Watched the Sunday night football game, and even had some lobster corn bisque, which was really good. Let me put it this way, it's small, comfy, the fake fireplace is kinda nifty even, it's dark, and it's quiet, it's damn wonderful. I plan on making this my smoking place, only bad thing is I believe they don't open till 5 pm.
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Vince R.
Still love this place. On a Thursday night the place was packed! The Roquefort stuffed olives were still fantastic. I really like the way they serve martinis...
My 100th review! Glad it could be something special. And it's gonna be a long one. :) For my birthday dinner, I chose Andre's based on the good reviews from this site. Also because it was one of the few fine dining restaurants open in the dead zone that is the few days before Christmas. I'm all about tasting menus and I wasn't sure from the website if they had one, but they do. Yay! Five courses for $95 and seven courses for $125. They also have a wine pairing - the sommelier wine pairing is $90 for the five course tasting menu and $115 for the seven course tasting menu. The staff was fine with my husband getting the 5-course menu and with me getting the 7-course menu, which was nice. The amuse bouche was a small, two bite cup of cold carrot soup. Good, but nothing to rave about. They also served warm French bread with three flavors of butter: tomato, regular, and olive. The tomato butter was terrific, much to my surprise, and I think this is a great idea instead of bringing out of ton of different types of bread. Just put the flavor in the butter! First course was caviar with crème fraiche and asparagus granite (asparagus flavored ice). Served with tiny cumin flavored pancakes (there is a French word for these but I can't recall it). It was paired with a sparkling rosè. This was surprisingly tasty! The asparagus ice had a nice flavor to it. Second course was beef tongue salad with golden beets and a crepe stuffed with lentils all covered in a Dijon mustard sauce. It was paired with a viognier. Decent - the wine pairing was good but not my favorite course. A little bland. Third course was seared foie gras with apples and a crème anglaise paired with an ice wine. This course was so yummy! Typically crème anglaise is served on desserts but it went so well with the foie gras and gave it a great caramel flavor. Before the fourth course, we got a palate cleanser of mango sorbet in sparkling water and mint oil. Not bad but the mint was pretty overpowering. We got the next wine pairing but didn't dare sip it until we got some more food in our mouths. Wine and mint = bad. Fourth course was pork belly with truffles served over a custard with a truffle jus. It was paired with a sangiovese. The chef personally came by to shave the truffles, which was cool. This dish was extremely tasty. Just the right amount of truffle and paired well with the sangiovese. Fifth course was roast goose with crisp brussel sprout leaves and pistachios paired with a red blend. The inside was tender but the outside was kind of chewy. Sixth course was Boucheron cheese, a goat's milk cheese, with candied hazelnut and cinnamon honey paired with a late harvest zinfandel. The candied hazelnuts went perfect with the cheese. The final course was a chocolate crisp with raspberries paired with a port. This was ok. I like the crispiness of the dessert but I'm not a big fan of chocolate desserts. At the end of the meal, they brought out little candies - chocolate with peanut butter, chocolate with mint, some coconut thing I wouldn't touch (I hate coconut), more chocolate crisp, and a couple of tiny muffins/cookies. They wrote "Happy Birthday" on the plate in chocolate and put a lit candle in a strawberry, which was nice. We ordered some tea but that came out after we finished the tiny desserts. They serve Stash teas, which is alright, but nothing special. The lemon ginger tea we had was good with honey and lemon. The staff is not stuffy at all. They came by a lot to chat and joke around with us, which was fun. The chef came by another time to chat and see how we were enjoying the meal. It's definitely a good restaurant for those that are uncomfortable with extremely formal, deferential service where the servers keep their distance. Everything is served with a silver dome on top. Even if it doesn't fit on the plate, the servers will just kind of hold it over the dish until everyone is served and they are ready for the big reveal. Pretty funny and very old school. The first course took a while to come out, even after we got our wine pairing. But service was better timed after that. They were also a little slow with the check as we had long finished our tea and desserts before it came. The restrooms are up a fairly long flight of stairs but there is an elevator. There is also a lounge upstairs which would be nice to check out on a future visit. It was completely empty when we went. All in all a good experience. The servers and food were both great, but only a few dishes stood out. With special meals like these, I expect everything to be mind-blowingly tasty. High expectations, I know. But I'm definitely a fan so four stars it is!
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Judy D.
Service was fantastic. As compliments of the chef, you get a little duck and foie gras to start. Don't be afraid to try it! It's delicious. We ordered the caesar salad to start which was incredible! For the entrees, we had the potato crusted sea bass and the scallops. the seas bass didn't have much flavor but the black truffle noodles served on the side helped. The scallops were incredible! A little overpriced but we felt like spoiling ourselves. :)
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Judas P.
We snacked at the bar and had a few drinks for happy hour. It was amazing and a great deal. I recommend the stuffed dates and the steak frites. The bartender was helpful and friendly. I would have never known about this gem if it were not for a random happy hour search, and now I definitely plan on returning and trying their full menu.
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Tina C.
One of the best dining experiences in Vegas tucked away in a corner near the entrance from the strip adjacent to Dragon Noodle. Andre's is a high end, traditional French restaurant! My accomplice and me booked for a 5:30pm reservation which we later moved to 6:30pm since we were running late. We also used a $50 Monte Carlo dining voucher we had received from playing too many hours of MyVegas on Facebook. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the host and led for a quick walk straight and to the right of the bar. There are stairs that leads to the cigar room upstairs and the lobby of the restaurant has a small bar that seems to cater to a more upscale, older crowd. Host opened a set of fancy doors and we walked into a small room that fits no more than 25 tables (probably less) and 1 table of Chinese patrons who stared at us from head to toe. We sat in a comfortable booth with a high back clearance. Host Ricardo Hernandez and staff stopped by to greet us. Waiter handed us two menus and an ipad that contained a wine list and the Spring Tasting Menu. Seeing that we wanted to try a bit of everything, we opted for the Spring Tasting Menu ($100 for 5 courses). Guests also have options for a 7 course at $125 per person or $180 with wine pairing (5 courses) and $220 with wine pairing (7 courses). We ordered and/or received the following: -Duck Foie Gras Mouse (Chef's Complements): I thought I was eating dessert. Loved it. -Beef Carpacchio: I didn't have this since my accomplice did. Accomplice said it was very rich, the argula was fresh. Colors and plating were vibrant. -Chilled White Asparagus Soup: Very smooth. Not too salty. -Stuffed Piquillo Pepper: I was hesitant to order this, but I didn't like the other items that were in this course section. Item came out very smooth and the pepper was well blended. -Seared Jumbo Sea Scallops: Note that it's actual a scallop (not scallops). Loved the juicy fava beans. Seafood was very fresh. -Pan Seared Duck Breast & Duck Sausages: Some of the best French cooked duck breast and sausages I've ever had. Meat was soft and tender and the rissole of potatoes were mini and so fun to eat. Poor duckies. -Palate Cleanser (in the form of a carmelized orange, Chef's Complements) -Cinnamon Layer Cake: Loved the chocolate honeycomb with vanilla ice cream. The chocolate was rich and favorable. -Grand Marnier Souffle: Better than the layer cake. Hot and so soft! Melted in my mouth. -Powdered Chocolate Balls (Chef's Complements, 4 Balls of Various Flavors such as Dark, White, Regular). One look at the silverware/China and I knew it was the good stuff. Alberto Pinto good (designer of China and his dessert plates go for around $200-$300 a piece). I did have to wait for my water to be refilled a few times, but other than that it was wonderful and attentive! The sommelier was an expert at the restaurant's long hard to beat wine list and the waiters and hosts knew the food well. Overall, I had a fabulous time and would come back again. If you want a more romantic experience, get to the restaurant before 7:30pm. At around 7:30pm the crowd picked up and the noise in the room got a lot louder especially since the restaurant has no opening to the outside (minus the door that shuts) and no windows. For the first half hour, it felt like private fine dining and a break from the overcrowded and noise of Vegas on a Saturday night. The dining room was beautiful and stunning. I ended up having a late night snack afterwards, but hey it's French food and you never get full. While I didn't see a dress code posted, this is definitely a business casual and up place. I saw several elderly ladies donning high end jewelry and expensive purses. Reminds me of The Great Gatsby.
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Lee Ann M.
My hubby and I decided to celebrate our wedding anniversary at Andre's after reading a great amount of rave reviews about this restaurant. What also had us interested was the fact that this restaurant received the AAA 4 Diamond award, had been recognized by the Michelin Guide with one star rating, and is nominated as Las Vegas' "Most Romantic Restaurant"; perfect way to celebrate your wedding anniversary? We thought it would be. Guess we thought wrong. Maybe the problem was that we used a Travel Zoo offer? We honestly didn't think using a Travel Zoo offer would have caused such a bad experience as these offers are solicited to Travel Zoo by the vendors on there and not the other way around. So in that retrospect, we didn't think that by showing up and using a Travel Zoo voucher, we would be treated as if we had the plague. Our suggestion to Andre's is that if you don't want your customers using a Travel Zoo voucher, please stop asking Travel Zoo to post them...problem solved. We by no means, have any complaints about the taste of the food, rather we are disappointed in the way they were presented to us. When you are first seated, they will give you the "Special" Travel Zoo menu for you to choose off of. Initially, that didn't seem like a problem until later when our food started to arrive. More on that later. So my hubby ordered the french onion soup with Swiss emmental and Gruyere au gratin to start and I had the lobster and corn bisque with sweet corn cake. The taste of both were good, not awesomely mind blowing, but good. The lobster bisque could have incorporated more bits of lobster in it as it lacked in flavor. But other than that, both soups were seasoned well and arrived hot. This is where we started to notice that we were "different". When looking over at the table across from us, my hubby noticed that unlike myself, their lobster bisque was poured into their soup bowl table side by our waiter. They all ordered from the tasting menu as well so it was kind of awkward that we had not received the same service. We shrugged it off and awaited our next course to arrive. Aside from our set Travel Zoo menu, we decided to order the pan-seared duck foie gras. The foie gras was smooth, delicate, and full of flavor. The poached pears that accompanied it, complimented well and the mixture of sweet and savory danced harmoniously in our mouths. Each bite was heavenly and to die for. The foie gras was the highlight of our meal. Encouraged by this, we looked forward to our next course. But to our disappointment, yet another issue arises and replaced all of the divine flavors we just had in our mouths with a bitter taste. For some reason, we were not offered the palate cleanser (pineapple sorbet) before our next course, unlike the table across from us. At this point, we really started to get irritated with the discriminative service we were receiving from our waiter. So on to the second course. My hubby ordered the Hoisin-glazed duck breast with butternut squash semolina, almonds, currants and duck leg cannelloni and I ate the Scottish salmon with saffron and shellfish emulsion and lobster ravioli. Both entrees were delicious and we thoroughly enjoyed them. For dessert we ordered the chocolate souffle and banana ice cream profiteroles with warm chocolate sauce. We enjoyed them both but liked the chocolate souffle over the profiteroles as the banana ice cream tasted more of vanilla than banana's. The chocolate souffle arrived in perfect form and was very delicious. The service at Andre's, if using a Travel Zoo voucher (it seemed) is one to be less desired of. They do a good job of reminding you, that you are a lesser paying customer from the others. From the time you check in with the hostess, she asks you to present to her your Travel Zoo voucher. Then when seated, your waiter just rubs that in as well. We noticed that the other table that were being serviced by our waiter was get exceptional service while he left us out in the dark and only came by when he needed to. Our server assistants on the other hand, did a tremendous job and we were impressed and thankful for their service. They treated us well and made us feel the way a customer should feel. Our waiter brought a complimentary medley of truffles for our anniversary and basically just dropped it off. No anniversary well wishes or anything. However, our server assistant noticed the truffles and congratulated us along with making some small chat as well. We thought he deserved to be a waiter over ours. As a side note, we did not complain or do anything to deserve the service we did that night. We just smiled and acted cordially despite the short comings of the service. At no given time were we rude, thus, we expected to be treated the same way in return. Will we ever return, probably not. We were planning to without a Travel Zoo offer, if this didn't happen.
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Heather H.
Restaurant Week Menu Only. This place offers traditional French cuisine in a beautiful setting. The restaurant itself is stunning and one of the most beautiful restaurants I have ever eaten in. Once you step inside, you forget you're in a casino. Love the decor and ambience. I find French food to be a little heavy for my taste. I am just not in to rich food. I have eaten here once before and was pretty underwhelmed. When I had to go to Andres for a work dinner, I was glad it was during Restaurant Week because I'd scoped out the RW menu online and thought it sounded good (yeah, I have a serious obsession with food). Course 1 - Started with an amuse bouche. Like cold chicken broth. Nothing exciting. Course 2 - Heirloom Tomato Salad. Excellent! I love tomatoes and the burrata cheese was delicious. Course 3 - Artichoke Soup - This was good, but like most French food, I thought this was waaayyy too creamy and rich. Course 4 - You get a choice of entree and I went with the seared pork belly. Awesome. Melt-in-your-mouth pork with a nice crust of fat. The best part of my meal. Course 5 - Grilled White Peach - I was so stuffed that I only had a bite. It was good, but not great. I also tried the summer truffle risotto and Potatoes au gratin which were ordered for the whole table. Loved the potatoes, although they were incredibly rich, but the risotto was just okay. Apparently, everyone else at the table loved the risotto because they chowed. All in all, service was excellent and food was good not great. I prefer Comme Ca, because it offers a creative new take on French food. This is a great spot if you like traditional French cuisine. For me, I was glad my boss was picking up the tab. Aside from RW menu, the prices were redonculous.
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Minerva L.
i had my hopes up..the only thing that was awesome was the things i didnt mean to oder..like the amuse bouche..and the other palette cleansers.. i had the soup, scallop, risotto, tofu, and chocolate dessert..out of the 5 course meal i like the scallop the most..i didn't know u can swap out items for the 5 course..if i had known i would of choosen something else..the server didn't mention it..nor did he mention i can choose another flavor for souffle..o well.. the duck was tasted...and the cheesecake was really good..both which i didn't order.. though it was nice they gave an anniversary dessert..but that's about it..
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Eric W.
If you can get beyond the price, Andre's is a very nice high-end restaurant. But if you factor in price, I was disappointed in Andre's. It did offer a tasting flight of cognac that my wife wanted. It also gave her a very good plate of scallops. I had the salmon which wasn't bad but I've actually made better myself at home. It was completely underwhelming. The wait staff was attentive but a little pushy. For the price, I'd have been happier going elsewhere. I will likely be back because my wife enjoyed the experience and I don't mind spending a little extra when in Vegas. But I will order something other than the salmon.
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Nancy F.
This is my favorite restaurant in Las Vegas. We always order the chefs tasting menu. It's expensive, but worth it since it's not a spot you eat at every night. High class decor and fine dining. Lobster bisque Fois gras appetizer Tuna sashimi Rib eye Rack of lamb Cod All soo good and melt in your mouth. Each dish comes out on a silver platter and the servers synchronize when they put napkins on your lap. Dessert is always a delight because they roll out a tray of petit fours. Super fancy, expensive and delicious.
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Glen G.
Vegas...that means titties, gambling...and foie. Real bros love their foie, yeah. I tell you, I'd be a happy man if you would take me to a place where I could enjoy some seared foie while yelling PAI GOWWWW at some topless dealer. But until then any french restaurant in Vegas will have to do. Tried the 7 course tasting menu for $115. Unfortunately, the seared foie here was overwhelmed by the sweetness of the caramelized apple and creme and port reduction. The lobster sausage wasn't interesting and reminded us of the chinatown fish cakes. The veal cheek was the highlight of the meal as well as the souffle dessert. Duck wasn't bad either. They do make a tasty Manhattan though. My friend had the foie martini which was more like a foie shake...tasty at first and worth a try if you like foie but you really need to down this and not sip it as it doesn't sit well. Service was exemplary and thanks for replacing my bread bucket a couple times while I made excuses about carbing up before the RnR marathon. Not the hippest place on the strip, but nice, elegant, old school feel dining area and cigar room upstairs. Definitely an OK place...I'd come back maybe for an entree or something, but hey, just go with the flow in Vegas.
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Aivy C.
I actually had quite a pleasant experience here; this lounge almost feels out of place in the part of the Monte Carlo that it was in (waaaaaay on the end, easy to miss if you come through the lobby). This review will be for the bar only, since that's basically as far as I got (I ran the Rock n' Roll earlier that day and had therefore been drinking since noon; don't judge me). Can't go wrong with 2 for 1 specialty cocktails! We ordered a sweet tea cocktail and a Godiva chocolate cocktail, and both were extremely strong. Next time I'd like to try the bar menu and maybe smoke a cigar in one of the upstairs rooms. Extra star for the bartender, she was fun to talk to and dished out some useful info ;)
By far the most elegant and expensive place I've ever eaten at. We made reservations for a Wednesday night, but found that there was no need for it. There is a dress code, but I noticed a family walk in with jeans an a sweater but they still sat them anyway. Pretty good service, but you expect that at a place like this. In my opinion though, it felt a little overbearing. I couldn't figure out who exactly was our server. There was a different person for each task; wine order, food order, drink order..a different person who brought us water, our food, dessert, etc. As far as the food, incredible. As an appetizer, I got the Lobster Bisque soup. It was smooth and sweet, perfect! For the entree, I got the vegetable medley and my husband got the Duck. Both very delicious dishes, I had nothing bad to say about either one. Nothing felt like it was undercooked or overcooked. For dessert, I got the Banana Foster Souffle. It was my first time ever having a souffle, and as far as souffles go, the bar is set pretty high. Overall, I enjoyed my experience here. When coming here though, expect to spend over $100 on a 3-course meal for 2.
(5)
Jamie M.
We decided to come here over the weekend as a change of pace from the typical Las Vegas buffet. After our dinner, I have to say that I am very impressed. The staff is very knowledgeable and in general was excellent. We started off with the Escargots, and for the first time having it, they were really good. The combination of the flavors blended well and the escargots were not too rubbery or hard. The only problem with it was that it was really not, and I nearly burned my tongue. I had the Colorado Rack of Lamb and I think I'm willing to say that it was the best rack of lamb I've ever had. The tenderness and juiciness of the lamb was just perfect. It was very difficult for me to resist grabbing the rack with my hand and gnawing on the meat as if I was eating at home. Tucked underneath the rack of lamb was curried risotto w/goat cheese. It was a very interesting combo and loved how there was a slight kick of spiciness as an aftertaste to the risotto. For someone who wants a change of pace to cheap eats or Las Vegas buffets, Andre's is definitely a place to go check out. If price is a worry, it might not be your first choice. However, we all deserve to feel like a baller here and there, so spoil yourself a little bit!.
(5)
Dale S.
Quite possibly the best meal I have ever had. Everything was a five-star.....Food, drink, service, etc.....
(5)
Mike L.
Proper Lounge! Fantastic experience!! We came if for a whiskey tasting event. The staff is VERY professional and friendly. The cigar selection is excellent and the prices are reasonable for the environment. I highly recommend that you check this place out.
(4)
Darren S.
Nice cigar lounge. Very good selections of spirits. And cigar selection is small and pricey. Nice quiet place to relax.
(3)
Candice B.
Don't go as a group earlier than 7:30. We arrived at 6:45 as a group of three, and it was awkwardly hushed and romantic. However, if that's the scene you're looking for, it was lovely. I think that maybe it's better for couples than groups. The decor and styling can't be faulted. We had two foodies and one non-foodie/food-fearful person in our group. Andre's was a great way to introduce him to fine French food. The courses were nicely paced. Normally, we only order one course at a time, to prevent the kitchen from turning dishes out too quickly. Our server at Andre's politely asked if we could order all courses at the start of the meal to help the kitchen prep, and then just inform him when we would like them fired. The iPad wine list was interesting, but not working great when we used it. However, it really broke up the wines nicely to help with the selection process. Our apps included Cesar salad (don't judge...), escargot, and fois two ways. Treatment of the fois was very nice, though I found the fruit compote a bit too cloyingly sweet and would have liked a bit more acid to liven up the richness of the seared fois. The escargots were very nice. Entrees included the hoisin duck, venison rack, and lobster thermidor. My husband loved the lobster, but again, I thought it was just rich without a lot of complexity. He voiciferously disagrees. Our non-foodie friend was really impressed with the hoisin duck. We all split the nutella souffle for dessert, and I loved that it wasn't too sweet. Overall, I was very impressed with the quality of the meal. It was elegant and very professionally served. I would absolutely go back. If I were to go as a group, I would probably make a later reservation. I think I would also be very likely to sit at the bar right outside so that I could people-watch while enjoying the full menu.
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Pascal P.
I went to Andres for new years dinner. It was a prix fixe menu for $175. When we were being escorted to our table we took an elevator where the hostess dropped us off downstairs and then met us at the elevator door on the second floor. The food was amazing. My boyfriend had all seafood where as I went for the veal and lamb. I understand why it is voted #1 restaurant in vegas!
(5)
Jane T.
Special occasion dining experience without feeling pretentious. Although Andre's has a recommended business casual dress code, some diners came in jeans and t-shirts. Tucked in back end of Monte Carlo Casino, the hostess leads you into an ornately decorated room behind two doors. The service and food did not disappoint. Each item was presented and revealed underneath a golden dome plate cover which added to the magical meal. Voila...yummy potato crusted sea bass while my husband had the duck breast with lobster tail added. The three course $99 pre-fix menu for two from Travelzoo was an excellent deal.
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Patty A.
I really loved this "tucked away" very private, delicious restaurant. The service was exceptional and the food, well, over the top. It's my new favorite.
(5)
Maryana S.
Amazing restaurant! Great good, ambience and service. I recommend everyone try it at least once, you will not be disappointed. Escargot is a must!
(5)
Jin Y.
This a review based on the a la carte menu. We called in advance to ask if there are vegetarian dishes, as one of our friends is vegetarian. They said yes. We asked if it was possible if 3 out of 4 people can do the tasting menu since one friend is vegetarian. They said it depends on the Maitre d. We decided to go for it since all the reviews were so great. When we got there, we were greeted by an awesome staff. However, they did not have anything vegetarian on their menu except some salads and the cheese plate (no vegetarian entrees). However, they wanted to accommodate us so they said they could create something on the spot. YAY! They said they could make risotto, which my friend was extremely happy about. Then, our server came back and said no risotto, just pasta primavera. Friend was disappointed. We asked about the tasting menu but they told us no can do. The chef does not like it when the whole table does not participate because one person will just nurse one dish the whole night. I guess it's understandable. We all ordered our dishes a la carte. I had the french onion soup (light and good) the spinach salad (good, though I could have had it without the raw onions) the duck for entree (it looked like duck burrito and sliced duck..pics posted) and for dessert, the grand marnier souffle (it was okay..but by that time i was too full to enjoy it). I also had some good red wine to accompany my meal. I thought the meal was pretty good. However, I still wish I could have experienced the full "glory" of Andre's.
(4)
Mike L.
Blah, I don't see what the hype is about this restaurant. The food is tasty, and the service is adequate, but falls well short of the quality you expect from a Michelin Star quality restaurant. Comparing Andre's to Restaurant Guy Savoy, it simply does not measure up. If you are in Vegas, take a pass on Andre's and just go to Restaurant Guy Savoy. Order the Guy Savoy Signature and have an awesome dining experience. You are spending an incredible amount of money, so you should get an experience that matches the price.
Intimate, refined, appropriately snooty This small French eatery is splashed in muted ocean tones; it boasts sea-foam blues and notes of sandy earth. Lovely chandeliers hang overhead with skirts of crystal beads while relaxed instrumentals serenade the room in a hushed manner, much like the decor. We had a very nice head waiter and his supporting crew were great too. The service was attentive and efficient without being uncomfortable. The Ipads they use for cocktails and wine are utterly pointless, and seem to be there for the sake of show. You cannot order from them, so they are nothing more than a gimmicky way to ornament the dining experience. This contrasts the decor and overall vibe of Andre's, and is more of a distraction than a functional addition to dinner. While everything we ordered was delicious, I found only one exceptional dish: Braised Veal Cheeks - Done in a very classic manner, these delicate pieces of protein were braised in a rich red wine reduction, and served with polenta. The texture and flavor of the veal were both immaculate, and well balanced with the reduction. I felt like I was biting into the essence of satin, a calm breeze, an afternoon nap, and meat. It doesn't get any better than these veal cheeks The lowest point was the amuse-bouche: Vicchissoise w/ truffle cream - This little shot glass of disappointment tasted like chicken stock with a cream. I tried very hard to appreciate the subtlety of this small bite, but just couldn't find anything of substance to embrace. The cocktails are fantastic and there are tons of creative concoctions to choose from (Foie Gras in your drink anyone?) While very good, I don't intend on returning to Andre's for anything besides the veal cheeks. Those alone are worth the visit.
(4)
Monica C.
Good food, great service. My only complaint is they added a charitable donation to our check without us noticing.....didn't like this.
(4)
J G.
My wife and I ate dinner here on a Saturday night. I do not understand why Vegas "high end" restaurants post dress codes and do not enforce them. The overall experience was a little disappointing and forgettable. There must have been 4 different people waiting on us, never did figure out who "our" server was. Lighting was so low it was hard to see the food, which was probably because they undercooked both of our steaks by quite a but. The bar prices (for Scotch and Cognac) are extremely high compared to other high end bars. Two stars because at these prices everything should be perfect. The Circus Circus steak house is much better quality wise and a bit cheaper, Hugo's Cellar is little better quality wise but about 1/2 the price.
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jason w.
Nothing fancy except the prices. My food was kind of gross too. Gf seemed to like it so I am giving this place an extra star otherwise they would have gotten a one.
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Aisa C.
Food tasted good but service was not. This is our fourth time in Vegas and we were meeting our friends from halfway around the world so we decided to treat ourselves to a nice dinner here. From researching online we saw that Andre's had great reviews as well it was located in the hotel we were staying at. Since our friends could not understand english we asked the waitress if she could be patient with us first and foremost and if she could slowly explain some of the dishes they were interested in. She gave us a weird look and then explained pretty quickly using "food language" that people weren't normally associated with hearing esp those still learning english. OKAYYY.... Anyways we ordered the Lobster Bisque Prime Angus Ribeye Rack of Colorado Lamb Celery Root & Truffle Risotto and 1 Banana Caramel & 1 Chocolate Souffle and everything was very very delicious! Here is a tip, the main dish is just enough for a person so order that but if there is anything you want to try, order it and share with your friends. The presentation was amazing and the person bringing the food was super nice and informative. So really everything was great except our waitress. I expected better service from Andre's. I remember telling my friends that the restaurant was very well known and though the dishes were excellent, the service was a bit embarrassing. It seems from the other reviews they liked the service, maybe mine was having a bad day. :(
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Julia E.
Classic Vegas restaurant. Completely redone interior, don't miss this one! Foie gras is perfection with sweet pears.
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Cynthia C.
Highly overlooked restaurant and horribly located at the Monte Carlo. Andre's has been on my radar for about 4 years now, but I never made it over to MC or to the now closed Downtown location. Some of it was due in part to a lackluster experience at Alize, another Andre venture. I'm excited and happy to say that the experience we had this past trip made me grin and giddy inside. As always, I went online and scoured the website's menu. From past research I knew Andre's offered an off-menu Tasting Menu, any number of courses, basically whatever you can dream up, the Chef will make it happen. A week prior to the trip I emailed Andre's and mentioned the 'must haves' for the evening: -Vitello Tonnato, thinly sliced veal loin, albacore tuna, parmesan cheese, very interesting, unexpected flavor of anchovy. -Blackened Bison Carpaccio, parmesan basket, pickled crimini mushrooms, arugula pesto, the mound of pesto worked perfectly with the bison and I especially enjoyed the puff pastry textural contrast. -Pan-Seared Cold Water Sablefish, miso glaze, caramelized endive, black forbidden rice, basil infused olive oil, learned that this fish is a notch above black cod, beautiful fish and lightly scented with the miso glaze. Superb dish. -Maine Lobster Thermidor, white Mushrooms, tarragon dijon mustard cream sauce, a Andre classic, big thumbs down for me, but the bf enjoyed it, really heavy, the lobster would have been great without being smothered in the creamy mess. -Fig Stuffed Quail, prosciutto wrapped, Roquefort risotto, vincotto, excellent representation of the bird. Perfectly cooked. -Braised Veal Ossobuco Comesquis, risotto milanese, gremolata crust, natural jus, so comforting, robust flavors, but at the same time refined. -Pan Seared Cervana Venison, green asparagus, fingerling potatoes, pomegranate reduction, what a hunk of meat, luscious and delicious to my lips. The rest was at the leisure and discretion of Chef Greg: -Golden Ossetra Caviar,traditional accompaniments, we were offered the last 2 ounces in the restaurant, we went with an ounce, could have EASILY consumed two. Deliciously satisfying, a FANTASTIC way to start a meal. -Chilled Australian Lobster, mango wrapped tail, curried creme fraiche, papaya-serrano pepper salad, from the description on the general menu, I was expecting a dull cold shell-on lobster claw, but the presentation was gorgeous, petite and decidedly unique in flavor profiles. Chef makes his own 'fruit roll-up' to wrap around the lobster. One of the favorites for the evening. -Pan-Seared Foie Gras, caramelized apple, five-spice creme anglaise, port wine reduction, the lightest representation of foie, the richness was expertly cut w/a well thought out contrasting ingredients. -Free-Range Chicken Seared foie gras, tomato, cauliflower croquette, roasted chicken jus, OMG, BEST chicken EVER. I never would have picked this, b/c I try to stay away from chicken in restos, but this was so flavorful, so juicy, I wanted to save some in my cheeks for later. Desserts: There was a trio, which I don't remember, but captured by a photo and a lovely vanilla/choc souffle, perfect sugar dusted crust. The Sommelier is Italian and quite gregarious in nature. Thoroughly enjoyed all his selections to pair with our 14-course journey. Warning for the lightweights: pours are GENEROUS. All the elements Chef Greg lovingly prepared on each dish worked harmoniously together. Wonderful sauces graced each dish and married well with the centerpiece of the course. Old favorites that are staples of fine dining were presented in ways that were innovative. Chef Greg brings a youthful vibrancy to French food in LV. His passion was evident during his numerous visits to see how we were enjoying the meal and at the end of the meal he sat down at our booth to shoot the breeze for a good ten minutes. Make time for this meal, it took us FOUR hours. Extras: Menu is printed with the name of the guest who made the reservation. Love to have a reference point during the evening. Got a tour of the kitchen and met Chef Greg's newest recruit from Nobu LV. With a gorgeous remodelled interior, the established resto has taken a new culinary vision and is better for it!!! This dining experience at Andre's ranks as Number TWO on my Vegas Short List.
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Kevin L.
small and elegant restaurant good service kumamoto oysters with osetra caviar (gave me 9 instead of 6, that was great!) seared foie gras with carmelized apple and fresh sliced apples on creme anglaise had a bit too many sweet elements. bison carpaccio was just ok wrapped around watercrest and had a aioli... nicholas freuitte champagne. tolikaj wine matched well with foie overall good experience by myself. the presentation was not as "fancy" as I thought it would be.
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Angel N.
My love love Jackie took me here for my 23rd bday :) We ordered the scallop appetizer & foie gras. They're both super yummy! For my entree, I ordered the RIbeye w blue cheese topping n it was also super yummy! The souflees were also delicious. :) I honestly think this place makes the best foie gras everrrrrrrrrrrrrr!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Writing this review makes me miss her n wish we could come back here one day for another lovely dinner.
(5)
Darika S.
We started with warm sliced baguette with 3 different spreads, soft butter, olive spread and a tomato spread. I ordered the smoked artichoke soup with king crab and my husband had the french onion soup. The artichoke soup was smooth hot and the flavors blended very well. The french onion was good as well, but the artichoke was better. I had the tuna with coleslaw. Seared rare, like sashimi but I loved it! Husband ordered the filet of beef which was wonderful with a hollandaise type of sauce which could've been skipped, the beef didn't need any sauce. It came with potato mashed like wedges and a fried artichoke. For drinks I didn't the 2 for 1 martini, both appletinis which weren't overly sweetened. Service was fantastic, food came in silver platters. Only taking one star away due to sauce on steak and not the best tuna steak, but it was still tasty. Apps were between $10 and $15, entrees were between $30 (vegetarian) and $75 (lobster tails).
(4)
Sal M.
I tried this restaurant a few months back on my last visit of Las Vegas,and i had a great time here. The staff is very polite and attentive,they sat us with no problems,and a few of our friends showed up after we were seated, and with out a word, sat our extra guests. I tried their 2 for 1 drinks on the house Vodka, and they were so good with cranberry. They use the vodka for martini's, but they did not mind mixing the Vodka with our choice. I tried their pre-fix and i admit, the meal was just wonderful, from the soup to the desert, i only wish i could remember the actual meal names, but they do not come to mind, but i really do know i enjoyed every minute of it. I hope to enjoy this restaurant again the next time i find myself in Las Vegas. It is so worth it. Hope you find the time to try it for yourself when in the area. Takecare!
(5)
Kate L.
My husband and I went to this place the weekend we got engaged. I had been drooling over the menu for a month and the food was incredible. The foie gras here was so delicious it made me almost get over my animal-cruelty induced guilt, but the star of the show was the beet salad. Beets were roasted to perfection and the vinagrette was the perfect compliment to the addition of some very sage-y sausage. The only negative was the atmosphere. It is RIGHT off the casino floor in the Monte Carlo, so it does not feel very far removed from the hordes of 80 year old ladies in t-shirts and visors playing slots. We also sat at a table that was too large to really feel intimate for date night. With a large group this place would be great!
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Gramercy Girl G.
Trying new restaurants is a hobby of mine, if you couldn't tell. While doing research for this Vegas trip, I came across Andre's in the Monte Carlo. It's Michelin rated, the menu looked great and the location was perfect. After a few long days in Vegas, staying in the hotel on our last night was a great option. When you cross the casino floor to get to Andre's, you wonder if the noise from the party pit will be bothersome, that is, until the hostess opens the doors to the dining room. This was a really impressive room, it's dark and sexy in browns and blues with touches of purples and grays. High banquettes line one wall with tables around the room. We were seated in a banquette and conversations around us were so muted that if we didn't see the staff attending to other tables, we would have thought we were alone. The room left us with quite the first impression. The music was great too, I think I knew every song, but I've been told I'm somewhat of a music savant. Ross, our waiter told us that Chef Andre also owns Alize at the top of the Palms. He used to own a free standing restaurant, also called Andre's, downtown for almost 30 years, but that recently closed. The extensive, mostly French wine list and cocktail menu are presented on an ipad. I went with a Willy Nilly, how can a drink with that name be bad? It was delicious. Gramercy Guy had the Bloody O Cosmo, mine was better. After determining that we'd both go fish, the sommelier helped us pick out a nice bottle of white. Dinner started with an amuse bouche of frois gras in the shape of a club. For me, it was the perfect creaminess and gaminess that I like. Best part was it did get me excited for the meal to come, my bouche was amused. The service was exceptional and the food was superb, our only problem was we had a late lunch and then our new friends from Seattle and Puxatony, PA brought us In-N-Out Burger which is my fast food kryptonite so we couldn't eat most of our dinner. Ross even asked politely if everything was ok with our meal and we told him about the late lunch. I'm not sure he believed us. Enough people know about Andre's, so it can't be classified as a hidden gem, but I will tell you that I think it's a MUST. For pictures and more reviews gramercygirl.com
(5)
Lucia M.
A+++++++++++++++++++ So so so good! One of my tricks took me here and we dropped $400+ on the best meal I've ever had. Service is amazing, fine dining etiquette is... encouraged. Français would be a plus. I got.. Foie Gras, Escargot, risotto with truffle and Veal Loin all of which were mind-blowingly good. ABSOLUTELY go here if you can afford it, and it ain't trickin if ya got it. TransFriendly- Nothing matters when you're rich.
(5)
Sandy N.
omg, did I come on an off night? The food was mediocre. The scallops were overcooked and sour tasting. The pork belly was poorly cooked, the bottoms tasted like pork jerky which I almost choked on. had to try this place one, and now I know why there were only 6 people eating there that night...
(1)
Tricia M.
Ah a restaurant I forgot to review during restaurant week! My husband and I had a show at the Pub we were attending, and it was restaurant week. At the last minute before we went to the show, we decided to make a reservation and try yet another Michelin Star restaurant. And, like some of the other Michelin Star restaurants I have been to in Las Vegas, this was a bit of a disappointment for me. I just don't think the food warrants the prices they charge, even for restaurant week. We also got the wine pairings, and I was annoyed they poured barely a sip of each wine. For appetizer: I had the Seared Diver Scallop (yes one scallop). It was good, and it had some caviar that was tasty on top. I just wished there was at least two or three scallops on the plate. My husband had the french onion soup and he thought it was delicious, but he enjoys the Mon Ami Gabi version more. Main Course: I had the free range chicken, husband had the fillet of beef. I found the chicken to be fairly lackluster, and I feel like I've had better. If you've read Candace's review of Alize in the Palms of the chicken there, this is practically the same dish. I didn't really want to finish it, but my husband liked it. His fillet was okay, but we've had better at other restaurants, such as Stripsteak. As I said, this is a Michelin Star restaurant so I expected much better. Desert: I had the souffle of the day, a raspberry souffle with chambord sauce. This was good, but I haven't had desert souffles before to compare. I liked it mainly because it wasn't too sweet if you avoid the sauce. My blood sugar thanked me for this desert. My husband on the other hand had the creme brulee which was pretty delicious and well made. But I liked my less sweet souffle better. All in all this was an ok meal. But honestly, had it not been for restaurant week I wouldn't have gone here, and I wouldn't go here to pay for a regular meal. I want to mention the decor, because normally I feel ok in high end restaurants, except for this one. I felt completely out of place. Being in this restaurant was like being in a museum. And the service is good, but they had the food in metal covers, and had the waiter raise them at our table at the same time. I thought that was silly and it made me giggle because it was so pretentious.
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M W.
Good, absolutely decent and delicious, but not blow your mind amazing - at least not considering its international ratings and prices (which are completely acceptable if the meals met those standards, which in my opinion they do not). Mind you we were there for valentines day and they had a pre-set menu, and it was okay. Nothing was bad but nothing was remotely exceptional. It was good... Not great. Service was good, food was good, ambiance was actually great. One major negative for us was the lack of dress code enforcement... This is a huge pet-peeve of mine, but why have a dress code if you're not going to enforce it. There were literally people in jeans and t-shirts there. So disappointing. But I realize the slumming down of the country appears to apply everywhere and this is my own issue. I did not let this affect my rating. Like I said a solid "good" experience!
(3)
Ismael C.
I came here for an anniversary dinner with my girlfriend: The service, food, and ambiance were impeccable. A meal I could not find a single complaint about, wow. The cocktails were nothing to scoff at either. Come with an empty stomach and a full wallet!
(5)
Yen D.
Fantastic dining experience!!! Formal dining with a lot of frills. Food was amazing!!! Each dish was cooked to perfection. We ordered pan seared foie gras. It was to die for!!! Slightly cripsy on the outside. Soft, melt in your mouth on the inside. The rich duck taste lingers on your palate after you have finished your bite. There was a dish that wad referred to as sweet bread. Also very very delicious! They give you a small bite of sorbet to cleans your palate in between the courses. Lobster was the best I have ever had. Scallops were perfect. Steak wad a soft juicy medium. Venison was also perfect. We ordered the rocky road souffle which was also very tasty, but I rave the most about the foie gras. The entire dining experience was superb! My life is complete now that I have experienced French fine dining. :P Well worth the four $$$$.
(5)
El Huron I.
I can't remember the details of what we had (was wasted by the end), but we had the Prix Fixe with paired wines each time. I felt that the value for the money was right on. Everything was made to perfection, and the wine pairings were creative. I especially liked the pear liqueur at the the end. My friend raved about it to the waiter, and was rewarded with a second pouring. That was the end of his sobriety. The location is unusual, as it's right off the dated gaming floor, in the bowels of the Monte Carlo. BUT, walk in and you will be transported immediately to class and pampering. I sent other people over there, and they too came away with the same impression: Fantastic experience. Sound value. Would do again. Of course, there is a dress code.... "Our dress code is resort-evening casual. Jackets and ties are not required for gentlemen, however, jeans, jogging suites, shorts, tennis or sports-type shoes, T-shirts, tank-tops, etc., and any other inappropriately casual clothing is not acceptable. Similarly, ladies are expected to wear modest apparel. We do not set standards, just guidelines. We ask that, by your attire, you show respect for your fellow diners."
(5)
Scott B.
We stayed at the Four Seasons for our 20th Anniversary (our female friends are happy for us, my male friends seem more intimidated by the number) and asked for the best french restaurant. We settled on Andre's in a city teeming with great french restaurants. Let's get this out of the way, it's expensive. Standard dinner for 2 with a nominally priced bottle of red: $300. Also, awkward location at the front of the hotel, the first location through the doors, across from a construction zone. But, walk through the doors, and you are transported (might be going to far here) to another (old) world. The service is spectacular. Every few minutes someone was pouring wine, water, providing bread, bringing food or checking on us. The room is small and quaint. You don't feel you are a cog in the french restaurant machine. The food was perfect. Foie gras served with cooked apple, perfect steak, fish and vegetables. My wife is difficult to please, very difficult, Lord knows I struggle daily to find a way, but she was happy, happy, happy.
(5)
I S.
I decided to spend New Year Eve in Andre based on Yelp 4 star reviews even though some people did complain it's salty on fish or certain foods. After trying their New Year Eve tasting menu, it's very disappointing. None of the dishes made a lasting impression and the biggest problem was some of the dishes were way too salty. The main course was roasted chicken filled with foie gras. The sauce is way over salted that you can't taste foie gras or anything else inside. Same goes for sweet pea soup with king crab. The salt killed most flavors in the food. It was $185 tasting menu dinner with wine and tips, $250. Sad to say, this place is no where comparing to French Landry, and even for local popular French places in San Francisco bay area, I can have much better French food much lower price. I certainly will not go back there again.
(2)
Jessica K.
Classic French fine dining, I think. I've never had a dining experience quite like this. It's expensive, but worth it. They treated my husband and I like we were important people. Very few other people were there, which was kind of nice. Small but beautiful. A rare and exceptional dining experience.
(5)
Sue A.
This restaurant is a hidden gem of Las Vegas! These days, there's an overabundance of high priced restaurants with mostly mediocre food and terrible service. But tucked away in the Monte Carlo Hotel, is Andre's. A cozy french restaurant and really know how to take care of you and your tastebuds. The quiet and intimate ambiance is perfect for a date or a nice dinner w/ a few pals. And the food?? Absolutely amazing! They usually start you w/ a small appetizer (literally a bite) that the chef has whipped up. Every time I've gone, it's always something yummy and different, and on the house :) I had a filet and it was cooked to perfection and seasoned just right. I also tried their foie gras appetizer and their garden salad. The presentation was wonderful and the food was so delicious. My husband also ordered the foie gras martini, and OMG it was amazing! Of course you'll have to like foie gras in the first place, but even I liked it! Normally i can't stand more than just a taste of foie gras. The chef actually comes out and pours the martini for you and even grates white truffles on top of it at your table. I resisted getting dessert after all that food...and then they brought out a little tray of small chocolates and nuts...again, on the house. it was just what i needed w/o stuffing a slice of cake into my already bursting gullet. wow... Still, the best part had to be the service. I absolutely disdain going to a nice restaurant and having to track the waiter down, or even worse, the waiter making me feel like he's doing me a favor by serving me in the first place. I strongly believe that the whole point of a nice restaurant should be the service. Andre's did not disappoint one bit. They were polite, timely, and extremely friendly. I would give them 10 stars for their services and manners if i could. All in all, don't miss this place if you're looking to have a nice meal that's actually worth it.
(5)
Sierra F.
I have been here a few times and being a culinary student I have to say it is fantastic. They even have a Foie Gras martini if you dare.
(5)
Tanya S.
Andre's + Restaurant Week = One Happy Tanya! I loved this place. Since I did go on restaurant week I am not exactly sure the regular prices but I am assuming they are quite pricey but well worth it. The atmosphere was very intimate and the setting we very private. This restaurant is tucked away in a corner of the Monte Carlo. It only has around 10 - 15 tables and 300 waiters so every time you turn around your are being serviced. It is very nice and you do leave feeling very special. All the samplings we had were really good. I had the scallop appetizer and the salmon dinner, both of which were awesome! The food is french in origin so expect small quantities with plenty of flavor. This is no burger joints thats for sure. This is a good, fancy, private restaurant worthy of you big events (as long as someone else is taking you out if its not restaurant week....hahahahhaha)
(4)
Din K.
Although this is a review from two years past, we have been back recently, and this restaurant is no less an amazing dining experience. Andre's is certainly an event and experience, one that if fortunate enough to go, you likely will not regret. I simply cannot express how utterly wonderful the restaurant was. I had not been to Andre's for several years, and it was the original location at that. In Las Vegas, it is quite easy to find good restaurants, and with the whole plethora of new dining options created almost over night, sometimes you forget the originals. Let me tell you, this is an original, and not only a good restaurant, but a great one! Everything from the service the moment you walk up, to the seating, and the remarkable attentiveness of the Staff, it was bar none exceptional. David, our host, was perfectly understated and executed. Ross, our waiter, knows how to work a room, and make it look effortless, his assistants were on top of the game. This was a day after Valentine's, a day when it would real easy to drop the ball, and go easy. Not these people! They made every aspect of our experience as close to perfect as possible. Our appetizer and entree's were prepared with careful thoughtfulness, you could tell. Again, if you have dined at some of the newer places, you know when someone is preparing your meal as a job, and one who does so with a passion. Andre's falls in the later, passionate and thoughtful. Oh, and the souffle' was amazing. Anyplace that asks you to order before dinner, you know they want to get it right, and this place does. I have been to ALOT of restaurants here, and Andre's is just in a level that is very exclusive. You can find some hipper, trendier places, certainly, but there are reasons those places get "good" from me, and reasons Andre's is simply "Great"
(5)
P. J.
Perhaps I was expecting too much. Nothing bad to say, but I was hoping for a more memorable experience. The food was good. Serving staff was very professional. We were told that we should stick to the dress code when we called, but there were plenty of other folk dressed casually. Loved the Rabit. It tasted like butter. Wish I had more to say, but that's about it.
(3)
Gary L.
This is always a place that draws me back time and time again, every time that I visit Vegas. The traditional french cuisine is superbe, and so is the service. The new renovation is quite contemporary, which was overdue. We always get treated first class whenever we stop-by, which tells you of the consistency and quality of the establishment.
(5)
Zoe B.
I guess it's because we've been to the old Andre's in downtown (which has been closed down now), we can only give this one 2 stars, course it is not as good as what we had at the downtown one in the past. The food didn't taste bad, just not meeting up to what the downtown one could offer. I don't know why. I suppose it's the same owner same chef, why the difference?? My husband got a Rib Eye steak, I got the dover sole. My husband said the Rib Eye steak was bad but not a wow. My dover sole was okay too but the sauce was too sour that I couldn't really taste the fish. The sourness of the sauce overpowered the taste of the beautiful dover sole. It was a little bit disappointing. At the end, my husband got a carrot cake souffle and I got the raspberry white chocolate souffle. But they pour the mixed up the sauce, and poured the white chocolate sauce on the carrot cake souffle, and the cream cheese anglaise on the raspberry white chocolate souffle (the right order should be white chocolate sauce on the raspberry white chocolate souffle, and cream cheese anglaise on carrot cake souffle). So they had to remake the other 2 for us. (The taste was really funky when the wrong sauce got on the wrong souffle). At the end they charged us $1 caring donation, probably because of the remaking of the souffles. I was just stupid enough not to ask them at the spot. I should have asked if the $1 is due to the fact that they had to remake the souffles. I guess I was too tired that night so my brain didn't function properly. Now I think about it and even wonder why I didn't tell them that the sauce of the dover sole was too sour????? Why didn't I say something right away? Now I can only learn the lesson not to do fine dining on a tiring night. But who knows what other caring donation they would have charged if they were going to remake my dover sole! I just don't understand why they didn't state everything up front.....it seems so wrong to me. I was never asked to pay for someone's mistake in my past dining experience. We are not going back at all, they don't seem to be doing the business in the right way. What a disappointment. Even bigger disappointment when we had the old Andre's to compare it with. Sigh.....
(2)
Aaron C.
We got there a little later than our reservation time but all was good. Got seated at some awkward table that looked like it was for four but was longer than it was wider. My girlfriend and i didn't want to sit side by side so we moved to the ends. Why did we stay at this table for the remainder of the evening? It was in the corner and much more private so we liked it. We ordered: escargots de bourgogne filet of beef rack of colorado lamb All was very very good and it was my girlfriends first time eating escargot. Shouldn't have brought her here because now she'll think that all escargot was this good. Filet of beef was just like a super tender steak, super tasty, and good portion size with its sides. Rack of lamb was amazing. Probably one of the best I've ever tasted! Very good experience, waiter service was great
(5)
Carrie D.
I am inclined to like all things martini. My rule is if you can shake it in a shaker and pour it into a martini glass (and it isn't poisonous or still alive) I am in! This rule has led me to the delightful bacon martini, electrolyte-rich pickletini, creamy avocadotini, and now the amazing and sinfully decadent Foie Gras Martini. Yes, I said Foie Gras Martini! We came to Andre's just to have this intriguing concoction. We sat at the bar and ordered the martini. The wonderful bartender told us it was prepared in the kitchen and came with accompaniments so it would take a little longer, but it is worth the wait. He was not lying. About 10 minutes later a procession arrived at the bar. The chef stood before me, behind the bar and a waiter placed a large divided glass plate in front of me. There were also 2 or 3 other servers/managers there to watch. Greg, the chef introduced himself and placed a tall elegant martini glass in front of me. He shook a small martini shaker and poured the luscious contents into my glass. Essentially it looked like fluffy liquid foie gras. Then Greg produced a black truffle the size of my head and a microplane and proceeded to grate a very generous amount of the truffle on top of my martini. He then explained the martini and the 4 different items on the plate and the best way to consume my "experience." He then wished us bon appetite and slipped away. First the martini: It was all the wonderfulness that is foie gras and more. It has hints of honey and vanilla and a fluffy luxurious texture. It is also earthy which is complemented by the black truffle. It was honestly mind blowing! The accompaniments: a poached apple with 5 spice powder creme anglaise, nutella ice cream, macerated raspberries and huckleberries, and toast points. Each item was delicious on its own but when paired with the martini brought out different flavor experiences which made the martini even more mind blowing. This was more than just a drink, it was an amazing culinary experience. Of all the decadent delights in Las Vegas the Fois Gras martini experience truly stands out. This is now on my "must-do" list for future Vegas trips. Oh, and it is less than $20.
(5)
Brenda L.
I really was impressed with the decor at Andre's....was I as impressed with the food? I liked that they had the 2 for 1 martini special. My favorite martini was the Sweet Tea. I did try the Lychee Martini, but the Sweet Tea just blew my socks away. I'm not sure if it is because I couldn't taste the alcohol (definitely a good or bad thing depending on how you look at it) or if it was just that yummy! For dinner we decided to pass on the tasting menu. For starters, we started out with the Diver Scallop (out of this world delicious!) and the Farm Raised Albalone Almondine (which was good too but not as good as the scallops). I decided on trying the Lobster Bisque and the boyfriend tried the French Onion soup. Neither of us were that impressed by the soups. Entree time!!! I chose the Muscovy Duck Breast and the BF ordered the Rack of Colorado Lamb. The duck was perfectly cooked, but it was a little too salty for my taste...and I have a very salty tongue. I'm not much of a lamb person, but it was not overcooked or dry at all. Overall, I thought it was delicious, but the boyfriend recommends Rosemary's instead.
(4)
Majesta Z.
I was very excited to experience this restaurant. The pictures looked very lovely and when I researched the menu online, my mouth began to water just looking at it. However, Andre's just did not live up to my expectations. Let's start with the ambiance. It was a little quiet in the beginning of the evening. So quiet that it almost felt awkward to speak with my party during dinner. The decoration of the restaurant itself was very nice though. It had a nice soothing feeling, honestly, almost reminiscent of being under the sea. I think it was the light blue green color against the creams and dark browns that gave that under the water vibe. Either way, it was a nice look. Too bad I didn't feel too comfortable talking to my dinner date about the place because we were concerned about disturbing the people around us. The food was ok. It didn't start out well, the bread was hard as a rock. Our shrimp cocktail appetizer only had a few shrimp on the platter but luckily they were jumbo shrimps! The Lobster bisque was rather excellent, it was probably one of the highlights of the meal. My main course was their chicken breast with a potato cake of some sorts. It was nothing that would leave a lasting impression. The creme brulee dessert was nice, however once again, a little disappointing. The part that really docks down the star rating from 3 to 2 would have to be the very poor service we received. It took us almost 3 hours to get through an appetizer, main course and dessert. I understand that a fine dinning experience can take a bit of time, but I would have to say that the 3 hours was a little ridiculous. We arrived for a 7:00 PM reservation and did not leave until 9:50 PM but we were ready to leave long before. There was just so much lag time between each of our courses that we constantly felt forgotten about. There were 2 other tables that were seated after us and were able to finish their meals and be on their way a good half hour before we even received our checks. In addition to dreadfully slow service, I felt like the manager was a little on the snippy side and didn't do a very good job of hiding her annoyance.when we informed her that we had a $100 gift certificate we would like to apply to the bill.
(2)
Guy d.
Very good food but the service is not up to par. The service is bit too pretentious and confused. They poured tap water in our mineral water glass and forgot our reorder of mineral water. The average wine bottle is very expensive but I did find a great bottle of French WIne for $45. The average check for a 3 course meal is around $100 per person plus wine and service. This includes the marvellous souffle for dessert.
(3)
Ralph P.
Excellent food, beverages and service in a decidedly French Restaurant atmosphere. We had a wonderful time with a party of 4, the service was superb. the food was tasty and excellent quality. I ordered what the menu described as a Ribeye Steak, but it looked and tasted like a particularly tender and flavorful Filet Mignon. The souffle and sorbets for desert were superb. I recommend this restaurant and would have given it 5 stars except for the fact that the server misrepresented the size of the deserts, insisting they were small single serve portions not suitable for sharing, when in fact the desserts were very large servings very much suitable for sharing... The sorbets were three full scoops! This made us feel like we had been "sold" on ordering extra desserts, which was quite "tacky" for such an otherwise superior example of a French Restaurant.
(4)
Mila M.
I was blown away by the food and service I received at andres. I went back home and recommended it to everyone! Because it, like everything else in vegas, is located at the edge of the casino, they find a way to create a nice, quiet, and romantic atmosphere. The bar is located behind the hosts stand only a few feet.away from the casino. The host/hostess will, take you past the bar, and down a short hallway where he/she will open these two huge doors and take u into the main dining area. When the doors close all the outside nose becomes muted, and you hear the nice contemporary music. It is small, but cozy. The maitre d welcomed us and explained the menu to us. While gee did that, the waiters moved quickly and quietly to place our napkins, pour the water, and remove the design plates. They worked so fast and quietly, I barely noticed them working and was able to focus on the menu. We start off with the amuse bouche of cold creamy carrot soup with ginger whipped cream. I want feeling well at first, so I didn't war much of it (even though it was small), but for the little I did eat, it was phenomenal! The ginger infused whooped cream was soothing and went well and very smoothly with the pureed carrots. I then ordered the lobster and corn bisque for my starter. When the waiter put the bowl in front if me, it had the silver plate cover on it. When he removed it, I felt like the made a mistake. In the bowl, I saw a pile if shredded meat, and three tiny pancake things around the shredded meat. The waiter then pointed to the meat and said: " this is the lobster, and these (pointing to the pancakes) are corn pancakes." He then brought a silver gravy boat to my attention in front and said " this is the bisque." And he poured it in the bowl. My first reaction to this dish must have been a classic expression because the people I went with started laughing at me. This bisque was so good! so creamy!. It had the perfect blend of lobster and corn! So if anyone orders this, expect it to arrive a lot.differently than you think. And I loved that table side service. We then had a palate cleanser. It was a pinapple mint sorbet. That was just a mouthful of sorbet, but that mouthful did just what it was supposed to. It was not tatty like normal pineapples, and the mint was not overwhelming like how mint can be. Following that, or entrees came. I wanted to order something more basic because some of the most basic items are the things the chefs have the hardest time doing, so I ordered the filet minon. I have to say, Andres is the *first* place I have been to that can cook a piece of beef so perfectly! I like my meat done medium and they had a nice searing on the outside, and the inside was a consistent pink finish on the inside. Full of flavor! The sauce it comes with had a nice cheesy, creamy.taste to it which matched well with the filet minon, but with meat done that well, who needs the sauce to cover up perfect seasoning?! We didn't order dessert there, but they gave us complimentary chocolates instead. The service was so amazing and its an experience everyone should go through. The food was soo delicious! I would advise allowing at least two hours to east there. Like typical fine dining restaurants, you expect great food and service, they in turn expect you to have a memorable dining experience so nothing is to be expected in a rush. PLEASE WEAR NICE CLOTHES. its respectful of them and doesn't make you look like an idiot.
(5)
Alisha B.
This was the second night of our culinary vacation in Las Vegas and the food did not disappoint! The service was not quite as perfect as it could has been but I think the waiter had his plate full. We started simply, ordering the foie gras, when the amous boush was sent out by the chef. It was a potage with tumeric, chives and crispy ham to top. And while bread and butter may seem simple, this was not the case at Andre's. Our butter selection was a trio selection of sun-dried tomato, kalamata olive and simple sea salt. The kalamata olive was out favorite, the flavor was creamy and salty with a hint of grape. (I know what you are thinking, how can that be? The magic of Andres.) Our foie gras was the most amazing that we have ever had. It was like Christmas IN your mouth. A generous portion of pan seared foie atop a perfectly poached apple floating in a 5 spice creme anglaise with a port wine reduction that was to die for. (Or stab your partner's hand with the fork so I could eat it all.) Did I mention the skinless grape that was sliced so thin that, if portioned properly you has a slice of green grape with each bite of foie, apple and creme? After this delight, we were brought our Summer Truffle Risotto. Market Price. Turns out for the amount of truffle that was shaved onto our mint risotto with duck comfit it was really inexpensive. Creamy, balanced, earthy, (just enough) cheesy and so delicious. I am very happy this was my first experience with black truffle. The chef then sent out an intermezzo of grapefruit sorbet floating in a bit of soda water to cleanse our palates. I had the free range chicken, which was cooked perfectly, juicy and tender on a bed of corn and chile ragout. It would seem to be a bit on the spicy side for someone unaccustomed to heat, though it was perfect for me. The mole was delightful and full of flavor.
(4)
Jackie M.
i love this place!!! i took my best friend here on her bday. i love the decor. its really beautiful inside. we had all kinds of things. we ordered the scallop appetizer & foie gras. They were both Phenomenal. My best friend is a foie gras fanatic and she says this is the best place she's ever had it. i honestly dont remember what we had for the entree, but i remember it was really good too. we had souffles for dessert which were perfect as well. i love this place. its french at its finest. and even though i spend $210 on dinner (including the gratuity), it wasnt so bad because we each had soup, 2 appetizers, 2 entrees, and two desserts. Theres many places on the strip that would charge much more! i love this place i want to go back!!!
(5)
Mike P.
The ambiance at Andres is very appealing; very quiet (impressive since it's just off the casino floor) with private booths (tall backs) that made us feel like we were the only ones there. The service was top notch, discreet, and yearning to do everything they could to make sure we had an outstanding experience - they succeeded. Our menu selections included foie gras, salad, steak au poivre, rabbit medallions, petit fours, and creme brulee. All of the dishes were technical and complex, and they were all executed and presented beautifully. I'd highly recommend Andre's to anyone wishing for fine-dining French cuisine on the Strip.
(5)
Sai S.
4.5 stars. 3 butters (plain, tomato, olive) were spectacular. Bread was warm and brought out at the right time. Service -- very helpful, pressure free. Friendly. Space -- quiet in the circus of vegas. I liked the colors. Feels like a special room, as opposed to some massive fancy place like Alex in the Wynn. - Amuse. Delicious and creative. - Sweetbreads to start. Sometimes these are pork, I forgot to ask (I don't eat beef). So when they came I realized these were the beef ones. I called over the waiter and he said "yes they are beef" and I told him I cannot have it and he said "I am really sorry. Let me get you the lobster bisque, will that work?" and I said yes and voila, it was there in 5 minutes. Great service. It was not their fault, it was mine, but they handled it smoothly and in dignified fashion. - Duck for the main. YES SIR. Fantastic. Great portion size and perfectly cooked. - Pre dessert amuse. Loved the apple flavor, yum. - Carmel chocolate dessert with sugar cane ice cream. Delish. Waiter recommended this one, good call. - Petite fours. All very nice. The ONLY reason this doesn't get 5 stars. Wait, you know, I re thought my review and said for the great service, great food, and hospitality, this DOES deserve 5 stars. Bumping it up from 4.5 to 5. Well done Andre's.
(5)
Julia Z.
I had a wonderful experience celebrating a friend's birthday here. Delicious olive, tomato, regular butter with bread. Scallops and Shrimp Scampi were excellent appetizers. Duck, Ribeye, Black Cod, Salmon entrees... but the Veal Tenderlion Medallions taught me what it means to truly eat something sinful...with thin herb pasta, cipollini onions, opal carrots and marsala veal jus, it was the perfect French meal in Vegas. Caramel and Apple Bread Pudding with ice cream for dessert. Fabulous food before heading to XS. Why does what happen in Vegas stay there? Please follow ME!
(5)
Allison L.
I'm going to keep this one short and sweet... Amazing. Everything we ordered was excellent. Come here and I don't think you can go wrong with anything you order. Tell them Allison L. sent you. Just kidding. They have no idea who I am ;)
(5)
Jen M.
LOVED LOVED LOVED this place! After looking through the free Vegas dining guide, we decided to go to Andre's based on the fact that it was the only French restaurant that had 3 $$$ instead of 4 $$$$. :) What a find! We got their two for one martinis. I got the sweet tea martini (wow, how amazing!) and my husband got the lychee martini. His was quite strong, but he liked it. They serve wonderful bread with three types of butter - tomato, olive, and salted. Yum! For appetizers, I got the pear and roquefort cheese salad, he got the esgargots. amazing! They served a palate cleanser of pineapple sherbet with huckleberries. For dinner, I got the muscovy duck breast and he got the lake whitefish special. Both were outstanding. I also think there's a lot to be said for cool decor and attentive but not snooty staff. Loved it here - would definitely return!
Pretty good but for the price I think you can find better.
(4)
Anthony D.
Very tasty drinks. I came on a 2 for 1 night for select drinks. I had a whiskey based drink and my GF had a espresso martini. Both were excellent. We snacked on beef carpaccio which was excellent. There was small confusion over ordering and what was available, but I think it was because our bartender started only a week or so earlier, no biggy. The location of this bar takes away from a 5 star rating, because it is literally right next to the exit doors. Cold air kept blowing in and made it quite uncomfortable. Also the noise from the casino floor and a view of the faux strippers near the gambling tables will keep this place a 4 star bar, as I see no way to fix these flaws.
Great ambiance and service. My husband and I ordered the Restaurant Week 5-course meal, with a wine pairing for the husband. Not being French, I don't remember the names of everything we had, but it was all good. I had the roma tomato and watercress salad, a bit under-seasoned, but it was a pretty presentation with the tomatoes sliced paper thin and arranged in a round platform for the watercress to sit upon. The hubby had the french onion soup which was delicious but over-seasoned...he wanted to dip the baguette slices in it like a sauce. There was a drop of pineapple sorbet in a thimble of sparkling water that was tart and refreshing even though it really is a tiny thimble... The hubby ordered the spring chicken breast on a bed of jasmine rice with mushrooms in a cream sauce. He really enjoyed it, and being an ardent advocate for dark meat, that's saying a lot. I ordered the ribeye with a potato lasagna (looked like lasagna with white sauce but tasted like scalloped potato). The ribeye was the best I've EVER had, a little crispy around the edges without being hard, and yet so tender and flavorful that my heart broke a little when I ate the last bite... Dessert was a frothy chocolate affair that was dark and bitter, but went so well with the two dollops of smoked cream on the side, and the crunchy waffle-pattern slice of glaze sweetened the chocolate rather well too. The hubby said all three glasses of wine he had went really well with the dishes he was served with, and you'll just have to take his word for it.
(5)
Markus H.
Andre's sounds good going by the reviews. It was disappointing eating there, though. I do not have any history with the restaurant, but have to agree with Zoe. The amouse bouche was an uninspired tomato et. al. soup. the service annoyingly rushed, trying to get you out before the 7 course meal is finished or make sure it finishes fast - all in, 90 min from entering to leaving the restaurant - blessed be american efficiency. The oxtail cannoli was burned - I guess somebody put a torch to it and overdid it - talk about quality control... Gordon would have the chef do the dishes. The fois gras was ok. the sorbet inbetween to cleanse the pallet was a block of ice that I could not eat...the duck was done very nicely- a perfectly cooked piece of meat with a very balanced, sweet ensemble of sides. The cheese course was good as were the berries, but then again what could you do wrong except buying bad ingredients? The chocolate pineapple desert was quite nice. I am used to unfiltered wine, but to shake the bottle prior to serving seems ill advised - especially if you do not decanter, so it is up to the customer to battle the deposit. All in - certainly better than a macdonalds, but Ido not get what is so good about andre's... a waste of money, only good to impress a certain clientele.
Compared to the grand scale of most Strip restaurants, Andre's has always been exceptionally intimate, the perfect place for an undistracted romantic repast. But while it was once all old world elegance, the room has now been remade with Art Deco motifs contrasting complementary patterns of blue, rust, cream and brown--still subdued, but also convivial and whimsical. The ample staff augments that spirit with warm but studious service. If you simply ordered a Caesar Salad (garnished with rare Tete de Moine cheese) and a fine Prime Angus Ribeye (finished in an inky pinot noir reduction) you would likely be happy here. But why not play a little? Rochat and his Chef de Cuisine Gary LaMorte produce some memorably creative turns on French classics augmented by fresh ingredients and peppy presentation. Be daring, as I was, and plunge into that signature Foie Gras Martini--half aperitif, half appetizer--the earthy fresh pate dissolved and shaken with chilled vodka and poured (over fresh huckleberries, on my visit) in a glass as tall as your eye level. An almost milkshaky savory sweet delight, it is a decadence best shared. Of the many worthy first courses, I could have happily entertained the caramelized pork belly, frisee & warm oxtail confit salad, traditional escargot, or the popular onion soup au gratin, but was happily diverted with the uncommon farm raised abalone, the toothy shellfish providing a worthy canvas to an heirloom tomato and almandine potage, balanced with a subtle celery root mousse in the shell. A Cajun-inspired spicy crayfish bisque en croute followed, hot and peppery with delicate meat. Though I've enjoyed Andre's elegantly delicate Dover Sole Veronique in the past, I was just as delighted with the modern take on Muscovy Duck Breast, lightly crusted and remarkably tender, accompanied by wild mushrooms, a tricolore of near-liquid gnocchi and a flourish of tart pomegranate sauce. Venison loin, vegetable risotto and veal pot au feu were other intriguing selections. Desserts follow suit with rousing revisions of the classics. Such a meal of course practically demands the grape; Wine Director Claudio Vigani oversees a substantial but digestible list, bolstered by Burgundy and Bordeaux verticals but also offering impressive bottles from California and around the world. Andre's has yet another hidden surprise in its upstairs cigar and cognac lounge, one of the only places left on the Strip dedicated to enjoying a leisurely smoke. With possibly the biggest cognac and brandy collection west of the Mississippi, it punctuates the experience with panache.
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Simon F.
Food: awesome. Service: acceptable. Nothing really wrong with the service, but it just didn't do the quality of the food justice. I lived in France for several years and thi was very close to a French experience.
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Jason I.
Andre's has a really nice atmosphere to start off with, the server's are incredibly friendly and make sure that everything is too your liking. I had the Dover sole, simply spectacular, I would highly reccomend it. My date had the veal and she absolutely loved it. It's a little tricky to find, being at the very front enterance to the Monte Carlo, but definately worth checking out.
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S M.
We went to Andre's at the Monte Carlo in March 2010. The first impression was how small the dining room was. Compared to the typical grandeur Las Vegas fine dining scene, it was quite intimate. We had the chef tasting menu and a foie gras martini. The foie gras martini was truly amazing. Chef LaMorte came out and shaved golden truffle on my drink, and it was heavenly. Even better, when he learned that I loved foie gras, he added the foie gras terrine into our menu. The creamy, smooth texture accompanied by the toasted brioche was definitely another highlight of the evening. Between my husband and I, we had 15 dishes total-- and that did not include the bread, the amuse bouche, the intermezzo, and the handmade chocolates at the end. Every dish was sent out with a beautiful presentation, and the smell was wonderful. From the bread with three flavored butters to the sweets that came with the bill, we had a lovely three hours at the Andre's. My husband and I both gave Andre's an 8 on a 10-point scale. We think the chef was artistic but a little more reserved when it came to temperature: the scallop was not caramelized enough and was still cold in the center; the pan-seared foie gras, although delicious, could use a little more caramelization, so did the duck. The veal cheek was very tender, so was the pork belly. The only drawback is that the pork belly was a little bit too salty and cheesy to our taste. But it may be just our preference. Although every dish was only a small bite, at the end we were pretty full. I wasn't sure if I had room for desserts. Fortunately the dessert plate, composed with three tiny desserts, was delicate and delicious. It was a perfect ending for the night. Overall we had a great experience at the Andre's. I am most impressed with how personable the chef was. He came out checking on every table a couple of times and engaged a wonderful conversation with us during several dishes. The service was attentive and professional. The host was friendly; the waitress, on the other hand, was helpful but condescending, a little bit snobby, and quite pushy. Luckily, none of that ruined our dinner. I would definitely recommend Andre's to whomever wants a quiet dinner in Las Vegas.
(4)
Penny B.
Husband and I celebrated his birthday over a long weekend in Vegas. The restaurant was small but elegant and intimate with just 15 tables or less. We had initially decided on the 5 course tasting but after speaking with our server, we were immediately sold on ordering from the a la carte. For the first course, husband had pan-seared foie gras which paired perfectly with caramelized apple. My escargots were juicy, flavorful and the sauce was great for dipping. We both ordered the lobster thermidor for entree - 2 lbs of lobster cooked in a brandy cream sauce with asparagus and mushrooms. The service was impeccable, food was well-prepared and I highly recommend it.
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Chris E.
Really good, and a bit different, foie gras. :-D The Sommelier was great! Everything else was great too. I didn't try the lobster thermidor, so I guess I'll have to return for that someday.
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ED D.
Bartender charged me $29 for a Bellini that was just champange!! rip off city, don't stop here.
(1)
Lisa M.
This is truly a great restuarant...but, yes...but...it is marketed in such a way that gets your expectations sky high so it's hard to live up to it. First of all it's in a crappy restaurant with a cheap casino strip club cat walk right outside. If it was classier it could have a nice touch but it makes you feel like you're in a motel. Second, as nice as the decore of the restaurant is it is small and stuffy. You feel like you're stuffed into a sealed box with a Grecian twist. It's SO quiet inside, even with a relatively full restaurant. People are afraid to speak up. The service is very nice and the food is delicious but it didn't feel extraordinary. Granted, the best thing I tried all weekend was the foie gras terraine but still, Bouchon is such a better bet for French and Le Cirque is so much more lively and interesting. I'm glad we tried it finally and I wouldn't talk anyone out of going but I wouldn't really recommend it highly compared to the amazing other options you have.
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Victoria D.
Had a wonderful meal. The escargot was delicious and the lamb melts in your mouth. The wine selection was fab and the sommelier was spot on with the pairing! Highly recommend!
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Michael G.
I have attended both of the Whisk(e)y Wednesday events so far with my crew, the cigar lounge is awesome, (and I will be visiting it more often!) Great intimate environment to enjoy a good cigar and cocktail, the cigar selection could be better though, if you have a favorite bring your own. The whiskey events have been very professionally run, with the beverage experts knowledgeable about the whiskey and cocktails they are serving. Several cocktails seem to have been designed specifically for the events. Your value for your dollar is AWESOME at $25.00 unlimited tasting, so pre-buy your ticket! Each event so far has seen more attendees, so show up early for a great seat in the cigar lounge. Or lounge in the tasting rooms. A very friendly staff, everyone seemed very excited during the event. I will attend every one of these that I am able, and hope to see you there. Stop by and say hello if you go, (I attend in a kilt, easy to find me!)
(4)
Lindsey L.
This place is fantastic. I am really into aesthetic, so when I stepped inside I was pleasantly surprised to see they put effort into theirs. The atmosphere is absolutely perfect for a romantic evening. If you love french food it doesn't get any better in Las Vegas, pretty much the only thing that's kept me from giving a 5 star rating is that the service wasn't that great, it wasn't terrible, but it was a tad bit slow. Nonetheless I would recommend this to friends and hope to be returning again in the near future!
(4)
Shawn C.
Food was excellent (dessert was nothing special) but the service was lacking. Waited wasn't as sharp as I expected on the menu and I didn't like the casual up selling. "Would you like to try caviar appetizer?" Sure. I actually thought they meant a bite like an amuse... No mention of price and it's not on the menu. Then it's $140 on the bill. Make sure you ask clearly how much everything is because they don't tell you otherwise. The entire tasting menu was less than a small bit of caviar. That's crazy. Manager didn't seem interested in resolving it either.
(2)
Laura R.
My bartender Desire was amazing we were talking about different drinks we like and she made me a free one! Stop in for a quick drink and you won't regret it the drinks are great and they have a happy hour from 5-7.
(5)
Maria A.
Our Server is not Ricardo. So the server isn't as great as Ricardo. We checked the MLIFE menu but it's just probably $1 or $2 if you going to do ala carte. So we opted for the ala carte version. Food was good as always, the main server isn't that great but the others are nice. They remember us, so they still do excellent job.So definitely we will be trying to go there again hopefully when Ricardo is there.
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Marco L.
This is for the cigar lounge upstairs from the restaurant. The ambiance is exceptional, just what I was looking for to enjoy my cigar away from the hustle and noise of the strip. It felt like a private club and I was treated like royalty. The music was old school and classy: Benny Goodman, Frank Sinatra, Edith Piaf, and the like. Perfect for puffing and sipping.
My wife and I are huge fans of Andre's. We came back this last weekend for an updated menu. We both had the prix fixe menu ($60 deal) and it was superb as usual. The tomato salad with burrata was very fresh and the bisque of course used the bread to get all of it. One item to note is that the seared foie gras appetizer is updated as well. We really enjoyed this presentation because it had the perfect balance of sweet / savory. We like our foie savory but wanted to try the new menu. We would order it again like that as well. Our dinners were excellent and we had the wife's leftover bits of steak for breakfast straight out of the ice chest (remember it is the MC). The service is always top notch and that keeps us coming back. We have yet to eat at a better (French or otherwise) restaurant on the strip. There were a lot of new menu items, new menu board as well. We will be back soon to try them.
(5)
Kade B.
Went here with another couple to take advantage of a travelzoo coupon. We advised the staff we were using this coupon, ready to receive a noticeable drop in the quality of the service. As it was a limited menu you cod use due to the coupon, we were ready to taste the "b" team. Our final expectation was that this standard French restaurant would be overly formal and stuffy. This restaurant did not meet these expectations. The service was excellent. Attentive without being bothersome. Our expectations of the service were exceeded. The food was top notch. Was it overly brash, innovative or daring? No. It was, however, excellent and very well executed. From the amuse bouche to the excellent desserts, even from the coupon menu, they all were fantastic. Finally, the atmosphere was very fine, classy, and refined. But, it was not stuffy. Our server had a light and appropriate sense of humor. The bussers were fun, but not irreverent. I can think of only one or two meals i have left as satisfied in every way as I did this one. They earned all of the five stars.
(5)
Michael D.
Great little lounge in Monte Carlo. Not big at all but it is a perfect spot to escape the sounds and clowns of the casino. Took advantage of an opportunity to catch up with an old friend and enjoy a good smoke here. Service was top notch and you will notice it right from the start. There are no windows or any sort of view up there but it was cozy and the decor made up for the lack of exterior view. It's not a 24/7 spot so make sure you check before going. On the price side, it was a bit pricy so expect to pay for the exclusivity. Other than that, it will be a good little break from the regular casino routine.
(5)
Erick P.
Hands down the best restaurant I ever been to. The food was amazing, the service was amazing. I seriously felt like Mayweather when I dined in here. I really cant wait to go back!!
(5)
Nicole U.
I enjoyed my dinner here last week while staying at the Monte Carlo. We walked over around 7pm on a Friday and were happy to find a seat wih zero wait time. The restaurant itself is beautiful. Vibrant blues and teals embellish the walls and chandeliers. The decor was just pretty to look at. The music was also wonderful. I thought the food was good, some parts being better than others. We started with a Cesar Salad sans croutons and were pleasantly surprised with how large this salad was. It was perfectly tossed with a delicious creamy cesar dressing and had a beautiful cheese flower for decoration. We each picked out a steak, myself choosing the flat iron with bernaise sauce and my boyfriend had the rib eye with a peppercorn sauce. We also shared a side of buttered broccolini. I will admit that the steaks were just ok, I felt for the price we paid perhaphs a better quality of meat could be warranted. Also both steaks were fully peppered but had practically zero salt. I had to request salt because there was none available on the table. Service was great, had a slight mix up with the Yelp check in offer but we got it resolved quickly and my templeton rye neat arrived shortly after that along with a complimentary specialty cocktail. Overall a pleasant meal and a great start to our Vegas weekend.
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Allison S.
The food here is very good, but the hands down winner was their chocolate souffle. I have had my fair share and this one was spectacular. I LOVED the espresso with it- such a thoughtful combination instead of (more) rich chocolate. I can't wait to come back and try the other flavors. In terms of the food, we came the day before Valentine's for a set dinner. I wasn't too impressed with the oysters (the oyster pancake was a letdown) or the beef tartare (have had so many and this won't be a memorable one down the road). But, I DID love the veal consomme (so interesting with the veal "flan") and the perfectly cooked duck breast. So for us, the meal got better with each dish. Service was exception (as expected). P.S. Located right next to the front entrance across Sambalatte.
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Lu Lu S.
Nice French restaurant inside the Monte Carlo with an upstairs cigar bar. Between me and 2 other chickas we ordered quite a bit: -Waldorf salad - was a bit of a disappointment because it was one like 3 pieces of butter lettuce, the salad dressing was a tad sweet and the walnuts weren't so tasty even though they were candied -Almond crusted calamari - well I am a calamari lover but it didn't taste much like the calamari rings I'm use to..I think it may have been the calamari tubes but it wasn't chewy so that's a plus -Our main course we ordered the PAN ROASTED CHÂTEAUBRIAND which serves two but we were 3 girls with a whole bunch of side dishes so we decided to share it. It was a big portion with 6 pieces and it was delicious! Very tender and they gave us 3 types of steak sauce and I liked them all but my fav was the peppercorn sauce. It also came with a side of veggies; Brussels sprouts and spinach on the plate. Anyhow, it was very good but sadly enough the 3 of us couldn't finish it and had 3 pieces left.. I know we are terrible we wasted yummy food.. What a sin! But when it sin city its expected! -Mashed potatoes, asparagus and French green beans were our sides and they were all made to perfection as far as side dishes go. Green beans were cooked enough to still have the slight crunch and similar to the asparagus. The girls loved the mashed potatoes as it was whipped up so nice and fluffy. All around a solid dinner. They have use additional amuse bosh(!spelling?) and chocolate truffles for desert since we didn't order desert , we were stuffed from dinner and had so much left over! It was an excellent night and service from all of the Employees were on point- pulling our chairs out, opening doors, walking me to the elevator to go to the restroom, all in addition to their attentive service at the table. They went above and beyond, that was very nice- worth all the $$$$.
(4)
Elizabeth K.
Unfortunately, I was not impressed with my seven course veggie option. Husband has the meat courses and said scallops were horrible. My dessert and cheese was delicious. Just for the price I can't give it more than 3 stars. Upstairs cigar room was elegant and had great ambiance. Good experience, bad on the bank account.
(3)
Bae B.
Went to Andre's for my birthday weekend. Part of 4. My husband and I had a pre-fix menu for $90 for two. Yelp had a free specialty cocktail for check-ins so I ordered a drink from the specialty cocktail list while showing the Yelp coupon but the waiter ended up bringing in a champagne and charging me for the cocktail.... ??? Didn't want to ruin my dinner party so I let that go. The appetizers were all good but the main dish - salmon tasted very fishy as if I was eating clam chowder. Husband tasted and said same thing. Also, the chicken in the pappardelle was too salty and my sister only ate a quarter of it. Tasted as if the chicken was a day old. You know, the day after it's reheated taste. Yes, that's it. The only thing I could give five stars is the ambiance. So many other great restaurants you could go on the Strip - don't waste your meal here!
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Lori T.
I bought the travelzoo deal for my hubby birthday dinner. They have Pre Fix Menu and they also offered you extra course for $18. My husband got the Lobster tail and I got the fore gras. They are all worth and the best are they treated us like normal regular customers not like the other guy said. They also pre charged us 15% tips and we think they worth more. I would highly recommended to everyone to go LV!
(5)
Rebecca S.
This review is for the cigar lounge. I don't smoke but my man does, so we checked Andre's upstairs cigar lounge. As someone who doesn't care for cigar smoke but who likes to spend time with my boyfriend, I have to give props to the exceptional ventilation system. The vibe was intimate and very relaxing, and we enjoyed chatting with other patrons. The bar, while small, offers a wide variety of drinks. I'm told the cigar collection is quite good, and the wine list was very good. Several other cigar aficionados ordered food and declared it to be delicious. We spent several hours here and enjoyed it. The service (Juan) was great!
(5)
Paul G.
Great 5 star spot in Vegas. Had the Chilean sea bass and upgraded to a lobster while I was at it. Pricey but good. Get the travel zoo when they have it, it's worth the savings although will still set you back at least a couple hunnets.
(5)
Tabitha R.
Where do I start? Had the frog legs and the pan seared foie gras. Dear Lord, so good. Then the heirloom tomato salad with barrata. Wow! The chicken was delicious (although Alfredo said the lamb is the best). My friend says the lpork loin with obster tail special was delicious. Worth it to order the soufflè, chocolate was yummy. Tawny port to end-divine.
(5)
Carol N.
Boyfriend and I went here over the weekend celebrating our 6 month anniversary. From other reviews, I learned about a Travel Zoo deal... so I did some research was I too was also able to find a Travel Zoo deal! The deal available now is $135 for a 5 course dinner tasting for 2 people. Normally a 5 course dinner tasting is $110 each! I made reservations online requesting a booth and stating it was our anniversary and was even able to push back the reservation that day since we were still feeling a bit full from eating at the buffet earlier that day. The Travel Zoo deal is only good Sunday-Thursday, so this was our special Sunday dinner. Andre's is located at the end of the hotel, across from Minus 5 in the corner. The host checks you in and through these double doors is the restaurant. It's very private and intimate. I loved the decor and the colors. We were seated in a booth as requested! Wine lists are on an iPad. We gave our server our Travel Zoo voucher. I also checked in on Yelp and was still able to get a free cocktail with that check-in! Some places won't honor the Yelp check-in if you use a voucher of some sort for your meal. The cocktail was a champagne cocktail. Not too strong and was light. We chose our 5 items for each of our courses and sat back as they brought us the food. To start, there was complimentary bread and water. The bread was warm and yummy. An amuse bouche was brought out first to cleanse our palettes. It was interesting as I've never eaten one before. I was garlicly and like a pate paste of some sort. I ate part of it, but I think it's an acquired taste. For the tasting menu, it's basically either a meat or veggie dish, so only 2 choices for each. Course 1: Beef Carpaccio or chilled corn soup. We both went for the beef. It came with truffle creme, artichoke, and wrapped around spinach with some crisp bread. This dish was tasty and delish! The beef literally melted in your mouth! I ate the whole thing minus the artichokes. Course 2: Jumbo sea scallop or vegetable thermadior. We both had the scallop. It was cooked to perfection and the sauce it came with was so good!! Course 3: sauteed sweetbread or carrot risotto. I had the risotto and boyfriend had the sweetbread. I liked my risotto better. It was so creamy, tasty, cooked perfectly, and a big portion too!! I felt like I would be full from eating just that! I had to stop myself as I wanted to have room for the last 2 dishes! The sweetbread, I did not like too much. It was a pastry puff with sauteed spinach and cherry sauce. It was tarty... so if you like the tart flavor, then you may enjoy this more. Course 4: Pan seared duck breast or tofu panzanella. We both went for duck. It was amazing! It also came with duck sausage, couscous cake, sauteed kale and the sauce spiced orange and duck jus was so delicious I wanted to lick the plate clean! Duck breast was tender and I used it to get as much of the sauce as possible. Course 5: chocolate almond zuccotto or grand marnier souffle. I had the souffle and boyfriend had the zuccotto. You can definiety taste the grand marnier in the souffle! It was too strong for me so I was unable to finish it. The vanilla sauce however was very good. The zuccotto was so good and I wished I ordered that instead. It was creamy and chocolaty and came with an almond beautifully presented with caramel. At the end of our dinner, they even presented us with some truffles on a plate that said Happy Anniversary!! That was such a nice surprise! I was not expecting that as our 5 course dinner already had dessert and since the night before, we had dinner at Brand Steakhouse and they did nothing. Thank you staff at Andre's for going above and beyond in excellent service! After every course our dishes were promptly taken away and we were given new silverware. They checked up on us just the right amount and came right away when we needed something. With our dinner, we also each had a cappuccino ($5). To end the meal, we were also given brandied cherries in a shot glass. It was strong! I felt like I was taking a shot with each cherry! I was glad we came here as part of our anniversary celebration. It was a romantic and exquisite dinner. Find a deal if you can, as this fine dining, even with a deal can set you back a few hundred. Every dish was beautifully presented and tasted as good as it looked. I've never done fine dining in Vegas before having done mostly buffets and the occasional casual dining... a girl could really get used to this!
Wonderful dinner experience! Came to take advantage of restaurant week's dinner deal. The menu selection had several choices including one for vegetarians, and several for carni-whores. The restaurant is very small, intimate and extremely quiet, everyone was almost whispering to each other. Unlike Alize, which is headlined by the same chef, this place is a lot more traditional in both the decor, ambience and cuisine. In addition, there is also a lounge upstairs that provides whiskey, cigar, and cognac tastings. I was fortunate enough to meet one of the tasting specialist and he was kind enough to explain and show me some of their impressive selection of 200+ year old cognacs: half oz will cost over $100, but you will not find it in many places in the world. My 3 course dinner consisted of a salad which was good, the chicken spinach crepe created specially for restaurant week - very delicious, and the lemon cake with a hint of raspberry - mind blowing. The service was extremely attentive, the on duty manager, host, and head of staff came around often to make sure I was enjoying my meal and I was happy with everything. Kudos to Marcos for making extra effort to ensure a great experience. Highly recommend! I will be back very soon!
Came by for a private dinner the other night and was pleasantly impressed. Evening started with a drink service in the bar area and the waitstaff were all attentive and professional. Moved into the main dining room for the private meal and everything from the food, ambiance, to service were all excellent. - Warm Tomato & Crab Bisque - Excellent flavors and wonderful shrimp like topping. - Butter Lettuce - Salad was very fresh - Grilled Rib Eye w/ Foie Gras & Butterflied Shrimp - Ribeye was excellent with perfect marble and flavor - Foie gras was rich and flavorful - Butterflied shrimp was good too. - Vanilla Creme Brulee - Wasn't too sweet and it was well prepared. All in all, excellent service, food and ambiance inside the Monte Carlo.
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Jaime S.
My husband and I were staying at the Wynn, made our way to the Monte Carlo for a show. We missed our reservations from a restaurant at the Wynn, being we wanted to be at the Monte Carlo on time for the show. We stumbled upon Andre's,once we got to the hotel. This food experience was the best thing that ever happen to us, while ever staying in Vegas! Now, I really wish this place was located, in a more "appropriate" hotel, but this was absolutely by far, the best restaurant my husband and I have been too anywhere! The service was flawless, the food was beyond outstanding, and superseded our expectations. We are avid foodies through-out the SoCal, US, and pay have no problem paying top dollar for great food and drink. If you had any bad experience from this restaurant....we seriously pity you. Next time, dress-up and spend the money that this place deserves for the FULL experience. Andre's proves, as to why the French are best at what they do!
(5)
Matt S.
Like a lot of people, we found Andre's through the TravelZoo deal that was mentioned on ChowHound. The ambiance is wonderful at this restaurant, it is beautifully designed inside and feels very romantic and posh. The amuse bouche was a lovely curry flavored panna cotta that the table enjoyed. For the first course, we tried the French onion soup and the lobster bisque, both were okay but not great. For mains, we tried the duck, flat iron steak, and halibut. The duck was the clear winner, the steak was fine but the halibut was way overcooked and dry. It was the first time in a long time that I've had to use a knife to saw into fish. For dessert, we tried the chocolat souffle and the lemonade cake - both were quite good. I had a couple glasses of the overpriced Pinot Noir from Pays d'Oc at $15, pretty weak selection for a Michelin starred French restaurant. Not even a cheap Burgundy available? C'mon... This wasn't a good representation of French PN and they shouldn't be selling it at $15 per glass - it is probably $5-$10 per bottle retail. It is from a region known to produce cheap table wines. 18% gratuity is included on the bill... which is fine, we normally tip more, but it might explain the inconsistent service - like the flatware thrown down too quickly, pouring sparkling water into a glass half full of flat water and just saying "oh" and walking away when we mentioned it, etc. Overall, this restaurant does not deserve a Michelin star and feels like it has fallen a lot from its former glory days. I would not recommend this restaurant to people that expect a Michelin starred experience, we expect better food and service at that level. Even with the TravelZoo deal, I'd skip this one... Too many better options in Vegas.
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taylor g.
What an unbelievable surprise! One of the best meals I've had in Las Vegas was at this restaurant. I am a huge fan of French cuisine and I've eaten at some pretty exquisite restaurants in Paris and I will say that Andre's was a much more memorable dining experience. The cocktails are stiff, the staff is attentive, and the food is delicious. I highly recommend the filet. It was one of the top 3 steaks of my life. I still think about it to this day and it has been over 2 years since I've eaten there!
(5)
Rand J.
f you enjoy a good cigar, a good drink and comfort you will enjoy Andres Lounge. Quiet and well ventilated, this is the perfect spot for an evening of fine tobacco, drinks and conversation. Andres selection of cigars is respectable, but skimpy so bring your favorite. Check out Le T.'s review of the whiskey tasting.
(4)
Buddy M.
This is another great dining experience we've had in this city!!! I HIGHLY recommend this place. I reminded me of Michael's as far as service is concerned! The food was outstanding...we had everything. Check this place out if you're around Vegas!
We wanted to eat dinner before heading to the Blue Man Group at the Monte Carlo and happened upon this place, right as they were opening, 5:30pm. What a wonderful dining experience. I am gluten free and the Chef baked some delicious GF rolls for me - the server said if you call in advance, they can have them ready for you when you get there. The Chef even prepared some Foix Gras for us, on the house, while we were waiting for the Carpaccio we had ordered as a starter. Both were quite good. I ordered rabbit which was just divine. My companion had the steak, which he said was one of the best he's ever eaten. We both had red wine with dinner. The overall experience far exceeded our expectations and we will absolutely return when we travel back to Vegas.
(5)
Jeremy R.
Well, I never expected to find a legitimate fine dining experience in the Monte Carlo in Las Vegas of all places! This restaurant in now one of my favorites to visit while in Vegas. Everything was so wonderful and it is in such a quiet and intimate setting so you can actually enjoy conversation and dining simultaneously. A novel concept compared to the constant thumping typically encountered in many of the other restaurants along the Strip. My party was able to conduct a lengthy business meeting and have a wonderful meal and superior service from a very knowledgeable staff. The duo of rabbit was excellent and I really enjoyed the heirloom tomato salad as well. I look forward to trying other dishes in the future.
(5)
julie g.
After walking through the double doors into the dining room. You see a small little dining room with beautiful traditional decor. Our table ordered 5 course tasting menu for 90 dollars. No choices for the 5 course was given. The first course was the beef carpaccio. A little bland for my taste. One huge drawback was that the carpaccio was frozen on the plate. You had to basically let it warm up a little for the carpaccio to defrost. This is where my table ran into a problem and when the waitress offered us truffle on the carpaccio. As stated in the menu, truffle was an ingredient part of the dish. However, when we got the check we were charged an additional 10 dollars each for the truffle topping. The waitress failed to mention that the truffle was 10 dollars additional and at the end insisted she did. Especially since it was mentioned in the menu without an additional charge, we mentioned it to the manager. The manager stated that something like this at this "upscale" restaurant always has attached fees as if our table should have assumed the truffle was additional. The manager was haughty but removed the charge of the truffle from the check not without an attitude about it. So going back to reviewing just the food. The seared scallops were great. perfectly cooked and seasoned. This was my favorite course. It was also beautiful to look at. So much so you didnt want to eat it. Ox tail cannelloni. This was decent. The rest of the table enjoyed it much more than I did. This reminded me of a gourmet version of a beef tacquito. dessert- chocolate souffle, though I was stuffed at this point it was delicious with pineapples on the bottom. gelato with panna cotta, decent but forgettable. Overall I gave this restaurant only 3 stars because of the service and the problem and the attitude we encountered. The food was decent, but I would not return.
I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at Andre's. I actually used a Groupon at Andre's which gave me an incredible discount there. I order the filet of beef and prime beef carpacio which was very tender and good. I absolutely love the French Onion soup and their field greens salad. I did not try any wine because they were a bit overpriced by the glass but had a great selection of wines. I would definately go there again, maybe for a special occasion.. not for daily dining.
(4)
Shirley Z.
the fois gras martini was BEYOND words. we got lucky and the chef came out and put additional shaved black truffles on the decadent beverage!! IN ADDITION, it came with a selection of nibbles like berries and ice cream to be paired with the drink! for $18 it is the BEST DEAL, for what you get, on a martini ANYWHERE. It is a creamy blend of fois gras, vanilla and who knows what else. but very savory. still sweet. well rounded and a balanced taste on teh tongue. just amazing and like nothing i have ever had before!! the wait staff was very courteous. another plus
(5)
Robert M.
Andre's French restaurant has a an excellent reputation for fine food and service. A supurb addition to the location found in the Monte Carlo can be found by climbing the staircase to the left side of the restaurant lobby. The top of the staircase opens in to the dark wood paneled King Louis XVI Salon. The interior of the salon is very welcoming, complete with dark woods, huge stuffed chairs and couches, all arranged in small comfortable settings. The room seats 14, providing an intimate experience around a warming fireplace. The salon provides excellent private service in a quiet atmosphere where you can select a fine cigar from the humidor and complete your evening with a choice from a large selection of Cognacs, fine Ports or a complete selection of spirits. I selected two of their Tequilas and enjoyed a relaxing finish to a fine evening with friends.
(4)
Daniel K.
Amazing food, really light? Haha, ya right. This is true heavy french good stuff. Pricey food, so so hotel but honestly, its a high level establishment and quite worth it.
Merveilleux. 3 people eating costs about $205 so it's no problem to hit the $35 minimum printed in small type at the bottom of the menu. It's a 2 hour dining extravaganza. I think it's an extra special touch that the (young, skinny, & talented) chef Gary La Morte came out to help serve & explain his version of the food with our waiter, Ricardo [who's worked here 12 yrs]. We had the $16 escargot appetizer, $15 riesling, $50 filet of beef with shallots, $26 perigord truffle risotto half serving, & not on the menu $46 bouillabaisse with minimal broth. All is a degustatory treat. La fin is a long tray of candy petits fours.
(4)
devon e.
Andre's is definitely the biggest reason to visit the Monte Carlo! Intimate atmosphere that exudes youth and brings the sexy. On top of impeccable service resembling a well choreographed ballet (which I'm slightly convinced the service staff at Andres are really ninjas on their off time) the front of the house swoop in and out creating an experience unlike any other. Chef de Cuisine Gary LaMorte KILLED IT!!!! Throw your hands up and leave your palate in the hands of genius! I had the chefs tasting menu which allowed Chef Gary to deliver the greatest progression of flavors and textures i have had to date in all my visits to Vegas. Huge statement right?....But its totally true! Stellar wine pairings heightened our gastronomic adventure and i swear the knowledge that came out of these ninjas mouths made me feel like i went to France and back in one sitting. I praise my experience at Andres and cannot wait to see what LaMorte comes up with next. Andres is my new vice in Vegas! "Once it hits the lips......"
(5)
Derek L.
I had a wonderful experience at Andres. I was a little surprised at Andre's location and was a bit shocked when I found out that it was there the whole time. Over the years, I've stayed at Monte Carlo over a handful of times but never really bothered to pay attention to their restaurants. Andre's is a small little restaurant tucked away into the front corner of the casino. If I remember correctly, it's almost directly across from ROK. Onto the food! Started off with the Pan-Seared Foie Gras and the Escargot de Bourgogne. The foie gras is on par with most of restaurants. Seared with a port reduction you get the best of both worlds: fat and alcohol. It's a good thing that most restaurants give you two to three credit card-sized slices of foie gras because any more of it could destroy your body! As I mentioned before, the foie gras was pretty good and a bit on the lean (less fat content) side. Very flavorful and worth the try. The escargot was surprisingly delicious. I suppose any seafood garnished and infused with spices topped off with a bath of melted butter makes any chewy sea creature taste that much more exquisite. I wish I had pictures to show, because the presentation of the entrees were delightful. Onto the main entree. I had the Cervena Venison Loin that evening and it was simply awesome. Normally, venison ends up being a little gamey in taste and a little dry (think of buffalo steak vs. prime rib), but the way Andre's prepared it is something to revel about. Tender, juicy, slightly red, garnished with delectable vegetables and other garnishes, and strategically placed next to a pool of jus/sauce...[beam of light shooting through clouds]... So with that said, I just have to say that you have to try it out for yourself. So in addition to the venison, I had the opportunity to sample several of my friends' dishes as well. The Prime Angus Ribeye and the Muscovy Duck Breast were equally as excellent that evening. As you can imagine, a medium rare ribeye is THAT good, and a duck breast topped off with a pomegranate sauce is also THAT impressive. I would definitely return for a repeat visit and try their other entrees.
(4)
Hildee I.
WOW! Truly amazing! The host promised us great risotto but we got more then that! First, the ambience is intimate and elegant. The chef, Gary, came out and explained the risotto options as well as all of the specials. Gary came out again to serve our main course and to grate white truffles onto the bowls of mushroom risotto. We started with crawfish bisque that is topped with puff pastry, deelish. I had the dover sole, it was light with delicate flavors. For dessert we shared the lemon peach souffle which was the perfect finish to a perfect evening. Thank you Gary and the entire staff for treating us like gold!
(5)
Eun Jae G.
it's my first experiencing french food.. it was a top notch service and food.. the pork belly was the best.. scallop was great.. omg.. i told them i didn't like wine.. but i'm pretty much okay with sweeter ones.. my waiter was like.. this is not on the menu, but u like sweet wine.. so i bring you this one instead.. lol.. it was great.. thanks, good waiter! :D
(5)
Benton K.
The food was absolutely incredible and so was the service. Classic French cuisine perfectly executed and worth every penny. We started with the seared foie gras and escargot, both of which were excellent. For entrees, our group of five got the Muscovy Duck (x2), the filet of beef, the veal, and the lobster thermidor. As expected, all were excellent. The Kahlua souffle was not as flavorful as it should have been, but the mixed berry souffle more than made up for this minor hiccup. Since we went to see The Beatles' "Love" show at the Mirage, we ate very late and were the only people in the restaurant, however, the service was still impeccable and genuinely friendly.
(5)
Troy V.
From the Versace china, intimate and richly decorated dining room, impeccable service, to the large selection of wines and classic French cuisine, Andre's exudes class. When combined with top-notch food done to perfection, it makes for a very special and memorable meal and the perfect place for a romantic, celebratory dinner. Escargot-Tasty Seared Foie Gras-Just right Lobster thermador-Heavy in a perfect and delectable way. Venison-Perfect! Vegetables-Cooked perfectly. One of the only times I would actually want more. Pinot Noir- Nice selection chosen by the sommelier. Went well with everything. Souffle-This is the only thing I had a slight problem with. Instead of going with a classic chocolate or Grand Marnier, we opted for the white chocolate with mixed berry souffle. Although unique, I don't think it worked too well. I am no authority on souffles but in my opinion ion it was too mushy inside, the consistency of oatmeal. It was relayed by our waiter that the use of the berries caused the mushiness. Makes sense but my argument would be to not serve it then. I wasn't there for uniqueness but solid, mastered classics.
(5)
Monika M.
I cannot say enough about how amazing this restaurant is. The sommelier was super friendly even though I ordered a low-middle range shiraz instead of the wine he recommended. Everything that came to our table was incredible. All of the food was soooo good. Service is impeccable. Andre himself came out to say hello. Might be my second favorite restaurant in Vegas (L'Atelier being first!).
(5)
Elizabeth S.
the fanciest restaurant I've ever been too, for sure. It was crazy expensive but since we don't normally do that sort of thing it was lovely. the service was spot on, the decor was edgy and classy, the food was delicious and complex and I really found myself thinking about each bite. I would definitely recommend this place because the staff takes your dinning experience so seriously and the chef obviously takes so much pride in his work.
(5)
brandon n.
went here a few weeks ago and it was great. only issue was we went to the bar 1st and they had a 2-1 drink special. they transfered these drinks to our dinner tab which was what they wanted but they didnt give us the 2-1 on these drinks. not major but just annoying. i blame this on the bar. so i wouldnt recommend the bar but the resturaunt was fricken awesome. we loved each dish.
(5)
Andrew W.
This is fine french. When you come here you'll feel like a carnegie or a getty. Luckily, you don't have to be in order to get in but it will help to cover the bill. I assure you though, its well worth it. Try the dover sole.
food is tasty but i can't imagine paying more than 15 dollars of food that they actually put on the plate and i actually paid 75 pp. considering it is restuarant week, their selctions were faily limited. portions are small, but if i had to eat 3 bowls of bread in addition to 5 courses paid 75 and afterwards, go out to order salad from another cafe to feel okay full, it is not worth it.
(2)
Charles S.
I have to say that eating at Andre's is always an exceptional dining experience. Chef Greg Engelhardt is no doubt the most passionate chef I've ever met. The ambiance in the newly remodeled Monte Carlo location is exceptional. The staff is always very friendly and extremely professional. My family and I have lived in Las Vegas for twenty years and have had no dining experience to compare with this fine restaurant. Always a treat! Very special!!!
(5)
Stacey B.
What an outstanding dining experience! Myself and three others initially wanted appetizers in the lounge but were told that apps were only served in the bar area downstairs. They explained there was plenty of room in the main dining area so we decided to have dinner and boy were we glad we did! The atmosphere is perfect and the service impeccable. I chose the 7 course tasting menu and one other guest did the same. The other two had lobster thermidor and a filet. Most of the dishes in the tasting menu were outstanding and just a few were very good. The lobster dish was incredibly flavorful and the lobster was huge. The filet was ordered well done and according to the guest it was cooked perfectly. I wish I would have noted each dish in the tasting so that I could have described each in my review, but I will comment on the finale which was a chocolate souffle. OH MY GOD was it good! The waiter placed the souffles in front of us and poked a hole in the top and proceeded to pour a decadent, silky and warm chocolate sauce into the hole. The souffle was so light and fluffy and loaded with flavor. It was a sacrifice but the two of us did share with the two who didn't order the tasting menu and everyone loved it. This is definitely a Monte Carlo gem and I will definitely dine here when I return!! (One last thing to rave about...we all tried the escargot too.........to die for!!!!)
(5)
Gourmet G.
Andre's Monte Carlo, voted the #1 restaurant in Las Vegas by the Zagat Guide and a number of local publications, is one of four Vegas restaurants overseen by award-winning chef Andre Rochat. Our dinner here was one of the highlights of this particular stay in the gambling and entertainment mecca, where sumptuous all-you-can-eat buffets tend to outrank upscale eateries in popularity. Rochat's seasonal menus feature classic French cuisine, and every mouthful is a little bit of heaven. There's no problem meeting the minimum charge of $35.00 per person, but we felt the high prices were in keeping with the quality and quantity of the food, the spectacular atmosphere, and the impeccable service.
(5)
Pumpkin P.
Really really good food. The dining room was beautiful and small. But it was really chilly for me. Anyways, we had reservations for a party of 3 and were seated immediately. We ordered melon studded foie gras, escargot and sweet breads for appetizers. They were all very good but the portions were also very small. I had the fig stuffed quail and lobster bisque as my entree. For some reason the lobster bisque tasted very strange to me, and it also had lobster sausage in it which also tasted weird. The quail was delicious, kind of hard to eat because it was so small and had bones in it but it was tasty. My fiance had the rabbit, at first glance the portion looked teeny tiny but he's pretty big guy and it ended up filling him up and he wound up not even finishing the dish and neither did I. He loved the rabbit. All in all, it was on the pricey side but worth it if you want to go to a nice dinner while in Vegas.
(5)
jan d.
The perfect place for a special celebration. We had a wedding party of 20. A call to Andre's planner Jana Southland was all it took to put in place a perfect evening. Jana was so helpful in putting together a great menu connecting me into the their wine Somali to pick super wines and Tammy the pastry chef did a beautiful wedding cake . We all meet upstairs in the lovely lounge for a cocktail first. Then the dinner in the Terrace room- beautifully decorated. Our relaxed leisurely dinner started off with a champagne toast and then then our lively bunch grew quite when the food arrived. OMG the food was so good and so beautifully prepared! The cold trio appetizer with shrimp was a standout and that tete de moine cheese they put on the caesar wow. Everyone loved their entree and the chocolate cake with chocolate mouse and raspberry filling - chocolate fix! Lori our server made sure everyone was cared for and made the bride and groom feel very special, we had 2 children in our group and Lori made extra sure that they were always a part of the party. Everyone was very happy and thought it was the best part of the day. Yoy will love it!
(5)
Alyssa E.
My boyfriend brought me to this restaurant for a special dinner date a month ago. The decor was simple yet very elegant, which was complemented with dim lighting for an intimate dinner atmosphere. We don't eat French food very often so no expense was spared. I had the Duck Confit salad and escargot to start, and my date had the lobster bisque and sweetbreads. Of course we shared so that would could enjoy a taste of everything! The bisque was creamy and perfectly seasoned. The escargot with pesto was also delicious..and the salad as well. The sweetbreads are a MUST!!!!!! Melt in your mouth and bursting with so much flavor! For the meal I ordered the salmon, and my date ordered the lamb. Again.. the food was so wonderful and the staff was attentive and friendly. The waiter gave an excellent recommendation for champagne and desert. If you go to Andre's and don't order a souffle, you are doing yourself a great disservice. I tried the white chocolate and my date had the grand marnier. Small tastings of food were brought to the table in between dishes to clease the palate. Please please please don't hesitate to ask for advice on the menu because everything looks so amazing that you couldn't possible know what to eat without getting some further advice. We spent two hours in a private booth, enjoying the most wonderful meal... and Andre even came out to greet the customers for the evening. This place has been voted #1 in LV many times over. If you want to impress a date, client, or just treat a loved one to the most fabulous meal, this is your place. Very romantic for that special someone.
(5)
S and D H.
What a gem!!! Chef Gary and his staff deserve 20 stars *********************! S&D dined here on their first wedding anniversary, and were most pleased. D just hasn't quite gotten over the caramelized pork belly, nor the rack of lamb. S is still quite smitten by his Dover sole. I mean, you can't even get this most places, folks. Seriously -- with the 2 for 1 martinis and the high quality of the food, how can you go wrong? OH, but wait. Throw on top of that the intimate dining setting and the to-die-for over-the-top graciousness of the staff...every night you dine at Andre's will be a night you will never forget. We'll be back for more, Chef Gary. It was very nice to meet you. S says that he promises to take me there every time we go to Vegas (without the kid). :)
(5)
Eric Y.
Great French food. The lamb chops was fantastic and the pan seared duck was out of this world. Excellent service.
(5)
Daniel P.
This review is for the cigar lounge. This place is a hidden gem! I found this place while searching for some activities to do dying my bachelor party. This is a small and intimate lounge located upstairs from the restaurant but completely separate and private. I came here on a same day reservation with 20 people and they still gladly accommodated my party. They had sectioned on an area for me before arrived and I was greeted upon arrival. The selection of cigars and cognacs and wells at scotches and other drinks was superb and being served on an iPad was a cool feature. They were even able to turn on the hockey game for us and when I thought they were going to ask us to keep it down the manager came in and actually turned up the game on the tv and closed the doors so we could have more privacy. The space was very masculine and upscale, perfect for a bachelor party outing. Alfredo the chef d etage provided excellent and personalized service to each one of us even though it meant going one by one to offer the best experience possible explains the cognacs and cigars and that was truly appreciated. The sommelier had put together 3 different cognac flights at 3 different price points for the group which I though was great. I chose the rare cognacs and they were very exquisite. Alfredo even came back and offered me a sample of an extremely rare and fine cognac as a gift for my bachelor party. Really a great experience overall the entire group loved it and I will definitely be back.
(5)
Corey W.
What a find. We were behind schedule before the Blue Man Group show and couldn't get into Wicked Spoon at the Cosmopolitan. We went to Monte Carlo hoping for the best and found Andre's within sight of the Blue Man theater. A very unassuming place, it looks like a tiny bar. We later found out it was a high-end restaurant and were impressed with the cigar and cognac room upstairs with working fireplace. The two lovely ladies behind the bar were very helpful. The redhead reminded me of Annie Wersching, a beautiful and talented actress who I had worked with in Hollywood. When my wife showed the redhead Annie's picture, it made her day. We wanted a quick bite and the happy hour menu fit the bill. My Lower Manhattan was the best drink I had in Vegas that weekend and my wife enjoyed her vodka-based drink, as well. We shared the beef sliders and fries and they were amazing. Moist, flavorful and cooked perfectly, just one for each of us took care of our grumbling stomachs before the show. The bartenders told us the chef was famous and we concurred: the food was as good or better than our steak at Phil's Steakhouse. Next time my wife and I will go there for a sit-down dinner. In pinch, the happy hour bar menu is fantastic.
(5)
Cindy R.
It was great! We each did a different tasting menu. Every item, from foie gras to souffle melted in your mouth!
(5)
Cori B.
Where I come from, vegetarians don't go to french restaurants because there is nothing for them. Most fine dining has nothing for us either. So, I've had a serious gap in my foodie life until this point. We choose Andre's because I read they do a full vegetarian tasting menu along side a full regular French offerings. They have also done vegan tasting menus (but they need a bit more notice). I love LOVE this. I can't believe I've been to vegas a few times and didn't figure out that many place cater to veggies like myself (also check out the Wynn - they ALL have full Vegan menus every day). We did a tasting menu with wine pairings. I have to say I died a little with each course it was so delicious. I don't usually eat so much heavy on heavy food in a meal and that would be my only complaint but I understand that's a bit of a staple of French dining. One of the dishes on the menu had tofu, candied Brussels sprouts and cranberry sauce. I winced a bit because I loath Brussels spouts but I have to tell you I LOVED these and I could have eaten many more that I was served... now I just need that recipe and a time machine so I can back in time and give it to my mom when I was young to save a lot of kitchen table fighting in days gone by. The wines selected were amazingly matched to the food. My favorite whine was a late harvest with chocolate (I'm so bad with details sorry) paired my chocolate flour less cake. The dessert was amazing and then with a sip of that wine it came alive and I felt like I never wanted to eat anything else again and risk loosing that flavor. It's almost worth the return flight for that dessert and pairing alone! Service is seller. Atmosphere is charming, traditional french with a modern edge. I liked the fine china and hand polished silver place settings. I highly recommend this place - it's a major splurge but it's a highlight of my trip for me. PERFECT for a special occasion or just an "I'm worth it" dinner.
Friendly staff, delicious food and an amazing atmosphere. Perfect for a date. Check out the upstairs and the selection of vintage cognac. Put it on your bucket list, I'm telling you....
(5)
Attisyn C.
Quite lovely. I tried the "Marti Gras Martini," Aka the foie gras martini and it was a creamy dreamy delicious cocktail! And it came with a plate of four "accompaniments" to eat on the side. PS. Only while drinking this is it appropriate to take a duck lip selfie. Somebody tell all the girls.
You know what's so crazy is that I have been disappointed by EVERY French meal I have had prior to Andre's and still came here because this was my proving factor. I have to make sure, I really hate French food. And I don't, Andre's. Because of you, I do not! High prices and small portions is pretty much how I would sum up all the French restaurants I have been in, so the quality of the food have much greater stakes than anything else I have ever eaten. It definitely feels a little pretentious, but I came in with my leggings and t-shirt (I'm on vacation dammit!) and was treated with as much respect as all the suits and dresses coming in through the door. First and foremost, Foie Gras. It is illegal in California (the real question should be, what isn't?), I completely believe that there are overindulgent poultry so don't hate me for loving its overindulgence. It was ordered in addition to our prix-fixe. It's heavy flavor was perfectly complimented by the cinnamon apple reduction drizzled expertly to build its flavors slowly. Perfect, melt in your mouth experience. Now, I can go on forever about how great our service was and how everything we had was delicious. Ridiculously delicious. And to top it off, I was full. I had to contemplate how to walk out of the place gracefully because I loved everything and almost licked the plates clean, so I was feeling like a tub. But, you really need to come and see this for yourself. There was, however, one thing I didn't particularly find captivating and it was the truffle emulsion seabass. The fish was on the bland side and the asparagus felt foreign the the dish. Andre's holds a well-deserved Michelin star. You need to go. Bon Appetit!
(5)
Bill L.
I've always had fond memories of Andre's since I first went many years ago to commemorate some occasion. I don't remember what we were celebrating anymore, but I remember having a really nice meal. So when my wife and I had an occasion to celebrate, I asked her if she'd like to go, and off we went. It was... okay. Maybe they were having an off night, or maybe it's because I've eaten at a lot more fine dining restaurants since I first went to Andre's, or maybe it's just because my tastes have changed. But it wasn't the great experience I remembered, and I left feeling kind of disappointed. It was good, but there wasn't anything memorable about it. I can't even remember what I had except there was duck involved. I realize that part of the fault is my own; I let my expectations get too high and I guess I was bound to be let down. But in a city full of really amazing restaurants, I still feel like Andre's needs to do more to distinguish itself and not just rest on its (considerable) laurels.
(2)
Melissa O.
Andre's was one of the best dining experiences my boyfriend and I have ever had. Their dining room is tucked away behind closed doors and off the casino floor, so the dining room was very quiet and peaceful, that being said, there were only about 4 other couples there for a 9 pm reservation time. We went for their M club member pre fixe menu for $60, which we thought was a great deal! Our steaks were delicious and the creme brulee trio was amazing! I was able to use my check-in on yelp for a free cocktail of their choosing! If you are looking for a romantic evening this is definitely the place to go!
(5)
Rob P.
Andre's was my first stop for Restaurant Week, and I don't think I could have asked for a better meal. I'll say it was probably my favorite meal so far this year, though Sushisamba's omakase is a close second. For $50.12, I was treated to a four course meal when a lot of other RW menus were only 3 courses. Seemed like good value, and I've never tried Andre's before. While waiting for my table, I ended up chatting briefly with their bartender. She's from Croatia, which I am a huge fan of. This girl is so hot she's worth going to the restaurant for alone! Before the first course came out, I was given an unexpected amuse-bouche. I wish I could remember what the waiter called it, but it was tasty. There's pictures above of this item, as well as the rest of my meal. The first course was "Roasted Corn Soup With Warm Crab Salad, Garlic Chips And Chive Oil." I'm not a big soup fan, but this was fantasic. Amazing flavor, and a generous portion. The second course was "Butter Lettuce Salad With Crispy Duck Confit, Toasted Almonds And Cherry Vinaigrette." Another delicious item I wasn't expecting to enjoy that much. The duck was very tasting, I just wish there was a little more dressing on the plate. I was then given a palette cleanser, a little bit of gelato. I've never seen that before a main course, but who am I to argue. I actually never ordered my main course. There were three choices, and I skipped the chicken and narrowed it down to "Grilled Rib Eye Cap With Anna Potato, Broccolini And Horseradish Beef Jus" or "Seared Scottish Salmon With Spinach Gnocchi, Heirloom Tomato And Truffle Beurre Blanc." I had just had steak the night before, or I would have ordered the first choice. Instead, I told the waiter to pick. He brought a steak knife, so I figured that was that. I actually thought (since I'm a poker player) that it would be awesome if he was trying to trick me and brought me the salmon. But what waiter would think of that? RICARDO DID! The salmon arrived, and I was both disappointed and delighted. In the end, it was really a delicious main course and I'm not unhappy at all. Perfectly cooked salmon, and the gnocchi were fantastic. For dessert (I could barely eat anymore!) they brought "Cocoa-Nut Marquise With A Banana-Lime Sabayon." I know like 2 of these words, but my taste buds liked all of them. The entire meal was first class, with the manager coming over to chat with me at one point. The dining room is small and has a great vibe. I have 0 complaints about this place and can't wait for the next Restaurant Week to eat here again.
Got the tasting course menu, with the foie and wine. I almost passed out because the items were so good. GET THE FOIE. GET THE FOIE.
(5)
Ashley B.
I would say this was more of a 3.75 experience, but we must round up to 4 stars. My friend and I dined at Andre's at 5:30 PM with a TravelZoo coupon for $99 which gets two people two pre-fixe three course meals with two cocktails. Yes, that is an amazing deal, so basically $50 per person (with gratuity included). Andre's gets two-thumbs up for the deal in the first place, and even more thumbs up for quickly providing the pre-fixe menu selections to us and delivering our complimentary cocktails amazingly quick as soon as we sat down. Andre's is a fascinating dining experience, with a quiet, dark, yet very refined dining room. The servers are quick to please and you can tell they enjoy the food, explaining it, presenting it, and even, in a flourish, taking it off your table when you are done. I absolutely adore the gold dome covers for some of the dishes that come out. I also truly admire their plating and the colors of the plates/style which reminded my friend and I of Tiffany's. Appetizer - Foie Gras with fig/apple reduction. A medley of savory and sweet, cooked perfectly, with a slight, crisp exterior, and a melt-in-your-mouth, buttery interior. Presentation could use some refinement, but overall pleased with the dish. (BTW - this was not on the Pre-Fixe Menu) Pre-Fixe Starter: French Onion Soup - Ee gads, the soup was inedible. I tried to eat some, but could not. The top was charred too much. It must have sat under the broiler to melt the cheese for too long. One of my croutons simply looked like a black coal, I kid you not. Entree - Rib eye, with potato cake and broccolini. I have never been a fan of broccolini. I would much rather have plain old broccoli, mostly because it's just easier to eat. However, it was well cooked and had a bite to it, so at least it was not flaccid and inedible. The potato cake tasted like hash browns, but in a square cake form. The rib eye was tender, ordered medium, and honestly very good. Although I recently had a more expensive rib eye that has kind of ruined a lot of meat for my in general. None the less this one was the best part of my entree. Dessert - Creme brulee with seasonal fruit. Presentation was perfect, but the bowl was too shallow! Ahem, I mean, I can always use more creme brulee! Although the portion was small, it was still a creamy creme brulee, with only the slightest crackle to the top, which I prefer over a harder char on my dessert. Overall Andre's is kind of a diamond in the rough of Monte Carlo. It should definitely be on any fine-dining "must do" list though. I would certainly return, especially since they appear to feature seasonal tasting menus and happy hours.
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David S.
For this month, they are running an all day happy hour in the bar and in the cigar lounge. The special is 5-6-7 in respects to $5 beers, $6 specialty cocktails, and $7 small plates. Their cocktails are good. Most of them are light and refreshing for the summer. It is a deal compared to the regular $14. I had the Moscow Mule and the And A Twist. The former was my favorite. The latter had too much residual sweetness to it. Both are light and scream quintessential summer drinks. I only ordered the sliders while we wait for the rest of our party. They were much better than I had expected. Two mini burgers topped with caramelized onions and blue cheese on a a buttered brioche bun with a side of fries run $8 right now. They were the perfect bar snack.
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Parker S.
Came here with my wife and a Travel Zoo voucher. We were very pleased with the experience. Ambiance: The place is small. Probably 10 tables and very nicely decorated. The doors to the place are also nicely sound proofed so you get an intimate experience even though your in a casino. Service: Excellent. Very friendly from the start. Not over bearing but on top of drinks and just the right amount of time between courses to allow for a relaxed dining experience without making you feel like they forgot you. Food: Really good. Really Really Good. With the Travel Zoo voucher it was $99 for 3 courses and a champagne drink for 2 people. You don't get the full menu but rather what seems to be a designed travel zoo voucher, but the selection was still fantastic. For appetizers, I had French Onion Soup...awesome. My wife had lobster bisque, which was good...probably not as good as the French Onion but still very good. Entress. I had the Sea Bass which was awesome. My wife had the risotto which was also awesome. Between the two, I don't know which was better. I would gladly eat both. Dessert. I had some sort of camelized banana and ice cream dessert which was good, not my favorite dessert, but i'm not a dessert guy. My wife had the chocolate suflee (sp?) which was good and very rich. In addition to the entrees we received an small appetizer from the chef that included a vegetable croquet and something else (can't remember). Both of these were awesome. We also received a small plate of different chocolates that were awesome. Drinks: We received 2 free champagne drinks with the Travel Zoo voucher which were fun. Basically, champagne with some grenadine and a cherry. We then switched to a cucumber - gin cocktail, which was really really good. I would love to have the recipe for this. These were really good...the only downside is they seemed a little pricey, but the place is upscale so the prices were on par for cocktails at a 4-5 star restaurant. Overall, the place was great and I'd come back in a second...especially with the Travel Zoo voucher. WIth the voucher it definitely gives you a top notch Vegas dining experience at a reasonable price.
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Kellee K.
Wednesday, we had reservations at Andre's for 7 o'clock. When we arrived it was nice to be so warmly welcomed "Oh, right this way. We have a table ready for you." And sure enough, we were seated a table set for three. Little touches like this don't go unnoticed. To get us started we received a amuse bouche a caviar creme palette cleanser. Breads followed, and we tacked on the wine pairing for $25. Reisling, Chardonnay, A French red with a name that escapes me and a dessert Reisling. Our first course was Roasted Corn Soup with Warm Crab Salad, Garlic Chips and Chive Oil a beautiful soup with delicate flavors. Next, was Butter Lettuce Salad with Crispy Duck Confit, Toasted Almonds and Cherry Vinaigrette. Clean and crisp, with a hint of richness just to be naughty. Seared Scottish Salmon with Spinach Gnocchi, Heirloom Tomato and Truffle Beurre Blanc and Grilled Rib Eye Cap with Anna Potato, Broccolini and Horseradish Beef Jus. Both dishes were cooked to perfection and nicely prepared. We finished with Cocoa-Nut Marquise with a Banana-Lime Sabayon for dessert. This was a decadent dish without being overly sweet. Tartness from the lime helped to balance the flavors and the banana flavor added a playful element. Food and service were solid. Andre's is a class act through and through.
Living in Las Vegas and always being around food has taught me a thing or two about eating out. I was a patron of Andres downtown, loved the small feel and personal touch offered so the first time I went to Andres at the Monte Carlo I wasn't sure what to expect. Upon making your way through the casino you find yourself at the end to the left you see the sign for Andres with a hostess booth and a classy bar. Just past the hostess booth to your right is the entrance to the dining room, if you go straight ahead you see stairs. I turn right and the doors open to a small yet beautiful and intimate room, with no more than 15-20 tables. The food is most excellent and I have never been disappointed with any of the dishes. I try to mix it up and get something different every time. Upstairs, another bar, cigar lounge, more seating, and the restrooms. ;)
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Jennifer K.
Such a classy place! My bf and I came here for dinner, but before our dinner reservations, he wanted to do some cognac tasting in their cigar lounge upstairs. We were led upstairs and were the only ones up there. Real intimate. We were able to take our time and relax up there and once we were done, we were led to our table in the dining area.. Beautiful ambiance. Nice comfy booths. Food was exquisite. Service was impeccable. Lovely dinner! :)
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Nat W.
Highly recommended! We actually had planned on just checking out the cigar lounge, but ended up eating dinner first in their restaurant. We were not disspointed. I had the potato crusted sea bass with a homemsde pasta in a truffle sauce, so delicious! My husband had their filet and lobster, which was do tender and melted in your mouth. The service is impeccable! They really go out of their way to make you feel comfortable and we'll taken care of. After dinner we went upstairs to the cigar lounge. The lounges ambiance is perfect! Relaxing, romantic, and intimate. The great service continued and it was such a perfect way to escape the craziness of Vegas and share a great cigar and cocktail. Definitely a must!
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Jonathan A.
Our meal at Andre's was fabulous. We had 5:30 reservations on a Saturday night. We were immediately seated. The service was phenomenal all night. We opted for the 7 course menu. Items included (you had two options and we generally ordered one of each and split): beef carpacio, waldorf salad, foie gras, creamed vegetables, jumbo scallop, mushroom soup, sweetbread blanquette, pumpkin risotto, duck breast, a pair of cheese dishes, a pear pie and a chocolate souffle. Highlights of the meal included the carpaccio, foie gras, rissotto, duck, and the cheese dishes. All of the dishes were unique and excellent. The presentation was top notch. We had a show at the Paris (Jersey Boys) at 8:15. Soon after we ordered I grew concerned that the meal would take too long. We spoke with one of the servers who said they would speed everything up. They did an excellent job and we were done promptly at 7:30. The service at this place was as good as good as it gets. If you are looking for a high end tasting menu at an excellent French restaurant, I would highly recommend Andre's.
The bartender was very cordial and helpful. I would have asked for his name but I didn't want to creep him out. There are ipads that are placed on the counter. You can browse the menu and order through the ipads. I thought that was innovative. The escargots was delicious. We had drinks too, which were perfectly made.
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Gary C.
We went to Andre's to celebrate our anniversary. The service and food were incredible! The food was great, but the service was definitely the best we have ever had. We had the Scallops for an appetizer, and they were Ok. But for our entrees we had the 2 pound Lobster Thermidor and the Green Peppercorn Filet. The Lobster was amazing and it was not a small portion! The Lobster at Andre's is probably the best thing I have ever eaten! The Filet was excellent, but even the sides and sauces were great as well. The dessert was also very good. We had the Chocolate Souffle, and the Grand Marnier Souffle. It was all really good! I would go back because the meal was in the top 3 we have ever had, and the service was the best we have ever had anywhere!!!
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Ramy D.
Everyone knows once you decide to like something and if asked "would u eat it again" and the answer is yes than you know this is the PLACE to come back too. They got us start with the Bread with three different butters, by the time our drinks made it to the table, it was time for refill. I don't remember even chowing the bread. just simply amazing w/ their butters Yum! Our main dishes were poussin AKA chicken (wife), and the seared scallops (me) after finishing it honestly from the bottom of my heart and full stomach i wanted to ask for another one! But i knew I would over do it. So i surrendered. Overall, amazing taste, good food, great services and one awesome BILL YEAH bout that its a little out of your average budget. Can't wait to come back again.
I went to Andre's during the restaurant week of 2012. Honestly, tasting menu of restaurant week was not too impressive. But I definitely got what I paid for. It was good. Don't get me wrong here. However, the appetizer and cocktail drink I ordered were superb. I would like to only talk about highlights of my meal in this review. (skip restaurant week tasting menu) **Foie Gras Martini came in two part ($18) 1.) Martini made with foie gras, honey, tahitian vanilla & vodka (served by table side) Enjoying foie gras in form of cocktail drinks was filled with excitements n surprises! 2.) A glass palette of accouterments go with Marti-Gras cocktail includes ice cream, macerated berries, caramelized pears and candied walnuts. It was perfect wonderful way to enjoy liquid foie gras with these accouterments. I tried each sip with different accouterments and enjoyed it in 4 different ways. It was just truly amazing experience! **Pan seared duck foie gras ($28) If you are foie gras lover and would like to get best worth value of foie gras dish in Vegas, this is the ONE. There is no other fine dining restaurant in town that chef is generous enough to serve big piece of gras on menu for this price. And it was the best seared foie gras I had so far. (I've been to Twist, Le Cirque, L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon, Mix, Aureole, Eiffel Tower, Bouchon, Comme Ca, Mon Ami Gabi) It was prepared in exactly same way I would like foie gras to be done. Having buttery foie gras and caramelized apple dipping with port wine reduction melt in my mouth is like foodgasm!! It was great mixed of flavors. It's absolutely the best value of $28 I ever spent!!! Overall, I had a wonderful wonderful dinner at Andre's. It was great I could have foie gras in both new fashion and traditional way at same night. Shout out to big foie gras fans out there "This is the one!!", "Don't miss out!!"
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Bex B.
The service was spectacular and the food was too. We did a travelzoo deal, which I feared might result in less service, but it was not the case at all. We had a wonderful 3 course meal, and added on the lobster too. They had a special on wines over $100 so we took the plunge to compliment the meal with a French Burgundy and it really stood up to the expertly cooked meal as well. I'm not typically a dessert person but the chocolate souffle was mouth melting heaven. Definitely coming back! And hopefully getting my wines in there too ;-) I think it'd be good company. Oh and the decor was beautiful, elegant yet intimate too. Nice big private booth type seating. Oh la la! I can't wait to return!
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P C.
In a word, Amazing! Never have I had Lobster Bisque as wonderful as this. It was served in a giant saucer with 3 little red peppers stuffed with lobster meat. The Bisque was then poured out of a small metal pot. For the entree I had the center cut ribeye, medium. The char was perfect and the meat pink, served with a burgundy sauce. I had a side of buttered asparugus and potato puree. The meat was tender and delicious the sides cooked to perfection. I wish that I could have fit some dessert, as it was they gave me 4 little chocolate truffles. Do yourself a favor come to Andre's. The food and service are perfect.
I have had the opportunity to dine at Andre's twice in a few years and both occasions it deserved three stars. Today's event was no different. It started of with a lecture by the waiting staff that our TravelZoo coupons were not intended for our entire group, however, eventually it was all squared out and the waitress lightened up towards the end when she realized were a fun loving bunch. If I am not mistaken the place used to have or still has a Michelin star. In any case it definitely does not deserve one. I wouldn't say the food is bad but it's far from being singled out as a top standard. Let's face it the place is dated. Walls with ripped wallpaper, a sommelier who forgot who ordered the wine, and poorly timed service to name a few examples. I enjoyed the beef carpaccio even though the portion was on the small side. The lobster bisque was a bit on the fishy side and was not poured in front of you, something I always enjoy at a good place. The creme brulee was nicely done and excessively sweet and came with some fresh berries. I guess if this was a advertised as just a regular place I would give it four stars, but the hype around brought on some disappointment.
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L C.
Deeelicious and fancy. Going to Andre's was a great way to start a short vacation in Vegas. The ambiance was very intimate and quiet, despite the fact that it is next to the casino at Monte Carlo. I was with my mom and we both had a nice time. Service: Friendly, respectful, nice! Starters: Bread: Crusty on the outside and soft and warm inside. Good sign. Watercress salad: Came with thin slices of beef, parmesan shavings, lemon aioli, mushrooms, and toasted bread. AMAZING. We did not know what to expect when we ordered this, and we liked the very cute presentation. But the flavor of all these ingredients threw us back. I never had something so fresh and delicate on a piece of toasted bread! I guess molecular gastronomy experts know what they are doing. This all worked so well and was very impressive. French onion soup: A big cup of very flavorful broth, caramelized onions, thick gooey cheese and bread. It was piping hot and so very good. I went with a soup I usually enjoy, and this did not disappoint. Entree: Steak: With broccolini and mashed potatoes. A deceptively simple dish. The steak was tender, the broccolini crunchy, and mashed potatoes were probably more butter than potato but I wasn't complaining. Everything was juicy and perfect. Duck: Came with pieces of gnocchi, root veggies, and duck medallions. The medallions and sauce were too salty for me, but everything else in this dish was good. The duck was so soft and tender! I usually don't like duck but this was quite nice and did not have an overpowering taste. Dessert: Lemonade cake: Again, molecular gastronomy wins. This was amazing. I do not know exactly what the components to this dessert include, but it was sweet and tart and light and yummy.. just heavenly. I recommend this dessert. Chocolate souffle: I went with the safe choice again-- something I knew. This was fluffy and not too sweet, very much chocolatey-- what more could I ask for? We used the TravelZoo coupon for this place and I was glad I did. Not my favorite place to eat in Vegas, but this place is definitely worth a try if you are looking for someplace quiet and comfy but sophisticated. I would come back.
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Phil O.
A fantastic experience for our friends. Classy staff, and an incredible selection of Cognac and Armengac for my friends and I. Highly recommend!
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Gabriel K.
Great ambience and service except some food quality, malheureusement! I ordered French onion soup and duck for my entree. My friend ordered Ceaser salad and sea bass. My duck was really great but the few slides of sausage that came with it was salty. My friend's sea bass was very fishy and he was able to smell it when they brought it over. I was surprised for the food quality for a restaurant awarded Michelin 1 star. Since we were invited by another friend, We were not inclined to give any negative comment in front of our host. We later went to the cigar lounge which was very lovely. Overall, ok experience but will not go back if it's on my dime.
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Aaron P.
I did the tasting menu and everything we amazing. I highly recommend Andre's if you get the chance to try it. Look on travelzoo for the tasting menu.
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Jenna R.
Came here with my boyfriend for our 3 year anniversary and had a wonderful dinner! I had a coupon through Travelzoo for a 3 course dinner for 2 for $99. We had some add ons though: 2nd course and drinks. They even gave us some extras for our anniversary! Overall great dinner! Spent $300 including tip, drinks, and Travelzoo deal.
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Jason L.
We arrived about 45 minutes prior to our reservation and decided to check out the cigar lounge. I had a snifter of Courvoisier and a "Hemingway Short Story" cigar. As advertised, the air filtration system kept the smoke clear while we had our drinks. A group of 4, we all chose the 5 course tasting menu with wine pairing. The food and wine were excellent and the staff was friendly and accommodating. It was a 5 star experience, but I'm only giving the restaurant 4 stars because I can't really pick out a single course to write about - all great courses, but nothing really blew me away.
We ate at the bar during Andre's "5-6-7" happy hour. Beers are $5, interesting cocktails $6, and appetizers $7. The bartender who served us was excellent, crafted great drinks (I tried the Pomegranate Lemon Drop and the Cucumber Collins -- both delicious). DH had Batch 19 beer, a Colorado prohibition-era brew recipe. From the $7 app menu, we tried the sliders, juicy beef with roquefort on fresh house-made brioche, and added fries for $1 ... also enjoyed the charcuterie platter, combining meats, cheeses, pickles, toast, dried fruits, stone-ground mustard -- perfect bites of sweet, salty, tangy, spicy. And chickpea panisse featured moist triangles of chickpea patties topped with a tangy tomato relish ... sort of a super-fancy deconstructed falafel. We also "splurged" on the calamari petals from the regular bar menu -- that was $14. This is a nice twist on the traditional calamari rings ... here, they're flat, oval shaped pieces of squid, fried with a crunchy coating and a lemony aioli for dipping. Mmmmm. This bar menu is a great deal ... and it makes me want to try Andre's for dinner, because the chefs showed great care in preparing all our food.
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Tamara Z.
Some good and fancy food in a nice place. But compared to other of the fancy restaurants on the strip, this food is just ok. Like relatively speaking it's not that great, but compared to non fine dining spots this place is amazing.
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Parsa B.
Andre's is the epitome of fine French dining. Located in a quiet corner of the Monte Carlo, it is unassuming from the outside. However, this restaurant is a Michelin-starred gem of a find in Las Vegas. The atmosphere is simple and elegant: no unnecessary decor and some lovely chandeliers serving as the only decorative attraction in the room. Voices were hushed to a comforting hum, and there was a shared intimacy unique to this place. As other Yelpers have done a thorough job posting photographs of various courses, I'll just give a written description. We were complimented an amuse bouche of a chorizo and mustard green croquette, served with creme freche, before our appetizer of pan-seared foie gras arrived. The croquette was a nice surprise, being surprisingly light and airy, despite the rich and heavy reputation of chorizo. However, the foie gras was astonishing in its complexity and quality. One of our servers mentioned it was one of the chef's signature dishes, and joked that often the quality of a French restaurant is measured on the foie gras alone. There were hints of smoke and cinnamon, in addition to a mild nutty flavor that persists even after your sip of wine. I've had foie gras only about 6 or 7 times in my life, usually at French bistros, but this one is the clear winner. You may prefer escargot instead, but it would be a pity to pass on this specialty of the chef. The second course was lobster bisque, and it was fine. High quality ingredients speak for themselves, and there were no additional twists on this classic bisque: creme, tomato, lobster, and maybe a touch of saffron. It serves its purpose: it's seductive and comforting as you eat it, and then you promptly refocus on your wine and the next course. The entree for me consisted of seared duck breast served over a duck confit, alongside a yam gnocchi. I'd had a bad experience with a duck breast entree not long ago at the Signature Room, atop the Hancock Building in Chicago, so it was with significant trepidation that I chose this dish again. However, the duck breast was perfect: tender as a filet mignon and spiced just perfectly. While I'm not a fan of sweet pastas, the gnocchi worked surprisingly well, but the confit was a bit too salty for me. My fiancee had the ribeye cap medium, served with broccolini and mashed potatoes, and she adored the beef. She was less enthusiastic about the vegetables, but I tried her ribeye and it was magnificent. We finished the meal with creme brulee and chocolate souffle, which were both an excellent finish to the meal. The magnitude of our fullness struck us only as we put down the dessert forks for a final time, and we looked pensively at each other once four complimentary truffles arrived at our table. I managed to consume two before formally submitting, and the other two were smuggled out for later. This bistro is superb. It seems Chef Andre's philosophy is to provide a classical French dining experience, with just a few deviations in the recipes of non-crucial dishes. There is a remarkable balance between complexity and subtlety: it was almost as if we'd alternate between courses that required attention and focus on flavors, to courses that required only basic awareness. The result is a challenging and wonderful meal that does not carry a risk of 'taste fatigue.' I would whole-heartedly recommend this restaurant. Bon appetit!
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Stan C.
We came here with the TravelZoo voucher, $99 for dinner for 2 in an upscale restaurant. We were taken through the bar area, through very heavy double doors to a smallish dinning room in the back. It was very cozy and quiet. You would not know you just walked through a busy casino to get here. We started with french onion soup and lobster bisque. The french onion soup was good but the bread on top was a bit too soggy for my taste. The lobster bisque was excellent. For my main course, I had the sea bass. It was cooked perfectly. Very flavorful and moist. My wife had the flat iron steak Also cooked to perfection. The side of veggies and mashed potatoes were excellent. My dessert was the chocolate souffle. The waiter served by poking a hole in the top crust and pouring chocolate sauce in the center. Wow - that was good. The drinks that came with the voucher were a champagne and grenadine mixture. Not my favorite (no option when you come in with a voucher. Tip - don't get the drinks with the voucher, Save the $10 on the voucher and order the drink you really want). Overall, this was a first rate experience with truly outstanding service and ambiance. Highly recommended.
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Lei T.
Need to update my review on Andre's Cigar and Cognac lounge! I've been here numerous times now, I've been to every Whiskey Wednesday event thus far and have to say the team at Andre's ( Tanya and Patrick) always strive to give the best service! Not only are they attentive, they know their stuff! Ask them about any cigar, cognac, whiskey, etc, they will tell you a little bit about what you are drinking and recommend others for you to try! I was thoroughly impressed with Patrick on my last visit, I was there to celebrate my birthday and we had dinner down in the restaurant before going up to the lounge for after dinner drinks. Even though I usually come for the Whiskey events, I am a cognac drinker at heart. He recommended a wonderful cognac to go with my cigar. Not only did he recommend a great cognac, but also told me about a tasting flight of cognacs and armagnacs. OH MY GOD...I would never had gotten the chance to try the bottles he pulled if he had not offered that, I highly recommend doing a tasting flight at Andre's if you get a chance! Patrick took the time to show me each bottle and tell me a little about where it came from and the history of it. Very impressive is all I can say! Again, thank you SO much Team Andre's!!
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Steph P.
Romantic and intimate dining experience. We dined around 8:30 on Saturday evening of Restaurant Week. When I booked the reservation earlier in the day I had requested a cozy booth, which they explained they were busy, but would make an effort to accommodate if possible. Upon arrival, there were about 5 other tables dining. They showed us to our lovely round shaped booth reminiscent of something you would see in a romantic film. As soon as our water was poured we were treated with an amuse bouche of creme caviar, which means "amusement for the mouth" in French. The amuse bouche is a small bite before the meal begins in which the chef welcomes you to his cooking style and gives you a hint for what lies ahead. My palate was dancing with the intensity of flavors from a single bite sized morsel. As the flavor swirled about my palate I knew that I was in for a real treat as I watched the wait staff serve other diners from a wheeled cart, in which each dish was covered with fancy silver cloches. Does it make me a total dorko for feeling giddy and thinking "neato"? Since this was my first time dining at Andre's I did a little homework prior to our arrival, and discovered that the most popular dish among the restaurant staff is the Pan seared foie gras with poached apples & creme anglaise. It's been years since I've had foie gras. This dish was without a doubt the single best thing that slide onto my fork that night, maybe even in the past year. The foie gras was so rich, buttery, and melty on my tongue, in fact I would describe the flavor of what you might expect if butter was a meat. The creme sauce was so delicious that had I not been in a fine dining establishment, I would have licked the plate clean! We were now ready to start with the 4 course restaurant week menu, which we opted to add the additional wine pairing package. First course consisted of a roasted corn soup with warm crab, garlic chips & chive oil paired with a Reisling. Delish for me, but they didn't have an alternative dish set up for people who are allergic to shellfish, such as poor Dave. Second course was a butter lettuce salad with a (small) crispy duck confit, toasted almonds in a cherry vinaigrette paired with an old world style Chardonnay. It was tasty, but mostly lettuce and little else. Third course was a choice of: 1) Grilled rib eye cap with potato cake, broccolini in a horseradish beef jus 2) Pan seared chicken breast with panzanella & balsamic chicken jus 3) Seared Scottish salmon on a heirloom tomato with spinach gnocchi in a truffle beurre blanc sauce He selected the real winner here with the grilled rib eye cap. What a wonderful, perfectly cooked, succulent piece of meat. Being on a mission to find the best salmon buerre blanc since I first tried the mind-blowing dish at Morel's (during the Spring 2012 Restaurant Week) led me to order the salmon, which did not compare to Morel's at all. First of all this course was paired with a heavy GSM red wine regardless of which dish was selected. The wine completely overpowered the fish. I asked if I could have something else, which they said they're not supposed to do, but would try. They asked if there was one of the previous wine pairings that I would like to revisit. I asked for the Chardonnay, however was served the Reisling, then the server disappeared and did not come back to check on us. Secondly, the salmon was overcooked and a little dry. Third, the spinach gnocchi was also overcooked and a downright odd pairing with the salmon. Thumbs up for Dave's tender grilled rib eye cap, but not so much for my salmon dish. Fourth course was a rich flourless chocolate cake with coconut lime sauce and dried bananas along the side. Explosively rich and delectable, which we ended up taking home in a to-go box. The other real shocker was the loud club-like music playing just outside the restaurant in the casino. There was a runway where dancers were performing for the surrounding poker tables, in which the music was blasting. Every time the door to the dining room opened and closed, the loud music blasted into the small area that was otherwise filled with soft, romantic music. The casino might consider relocating the dance runway to another location further away from an intimate, not to mention expensive restaurant.
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Jae D.
My husband and I had the best experience at Andre's with the food and service. We were warmly greeted at the bar entrance then taken through a set of doors into a beautiful dining room. The maître d pulled out the table for us at one of those semi circle booth seats. He made menu suggestions clearly based on his knowledge and experience with the menu. The sommelier made the perfect wine suggestion and he wasn't trying to up charge us. We had about 3-4 servers serve us with total continuity and close attention. They were all very nice and professional. Ross was the best. We ate the Roquefort salad, pan seared food gras, sole and the lobster and everything was cooked to perfection. We went to Andre's based on an impressive recommendation from a friend. We'll pass it on to others.
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Gary K.
Got this "deal" on Travel Zoo for $135 - "normally $220." A horrible joke. Supposedly a five course meal. I think the total weight of items served must have been about 8 ounces. The carpaccio only covered a quarter of the plate, the "scallops" consisted of a single scallop each!! The pear for desert was about the size of a small tangerine. I've never seen a ripe pear that small! They brought out covered plates in order for us not to be shocked until they removed the cover. Should have asked for a magnifying glass to find the food on the plate. It was like the Mad Hatter's Tea Party - it was hilarious. If it wasn't for the bread and butter we would have starved. Of course drinks are not included. To add insult to injury you get an additional $35 bill tacked on for service, tip, and tax. Would have preferred a gourmet meal at MacDonalds. I almost forgot to mention this place has all the ambiance of a restroom. No windows - small interior rooms. There was a private party in the main dining area so they put us in an elevator and put us in what I call the "annex" upstairs with even less ambiance - looked like a converted hallway! Avoid this scam at all cost!
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Lindsay R.
Amazing! Great service, the best food, seriously outstanding. We went for my sister's birthday and they were so accommodating and awesome. I couldn't possibly say enough great things about Andre's!
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Lori F.
We had a cognac tasting here, and the entire experience was amazing and nothing like I have experienced anywhere. Their Chef d'Etage Alfredo took care of us! He explained the different kinds of cognac, the flavors and was all around very attentive. He also helped my friend pick out a cigar that went well. I wish we could've ate there as well. I'll be back!
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Lauren B.
Went out for a romantic dinner at this cozy little french spot. We were seated in one of the tall booth's that had a very intimate feel. This restaurant is very traditional french, nothing new or contemporary but, flavors were excellent and well executed. We were going out after to meet friends after so we were on a time constraint and were not able to do the tasting menu however, had an appetizer and two entrees. AMUSE BOUCHE - artichoke soup with a foie gras reduction. This was nice and thick. Lately it seems like everyone is doing some sort of potato soup amuse bouche and they are starting to all taste the same. The artichoke was a nice change and bottom of the soup had foie so of course, it was delicious. It was chilled and rich definitely only need a couple bites. PAN-SEARED FOIE GRAS caramelized apple, five-spice crème anglaise, port wine reduction. Pairing with a Royal Tokaji 2006. This dish was almost like a dessert. If are squeamish about duck liver this dish might convert you. The foie light in flavor and extremely soft like butter. The Tokaji went very well with the dish. MAINE LOBSTER THERMIDOR- asparagus, white mushrooms, tarragon, brandied cream sauce. This was an entree lobster with mash potatoes at the bottom. It was delicious and very filling. I guess an entire lobster is a lot, huh? :P MUSHROOM RISOTTO - with freshly shaved Perigord truffles. This was probably my favorite dish. The risotto was cooked perfectly the mushroom were earthy and tender. When we walked into the restaurant you could smell the truffles in the room. Fabulously!! Corkage is $50!!!!! So yes, this means don't bring your own wine. ha ha!
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Philip T.
Valentine's day dinner and so thankful they didn't do a lame pre-fix menu for the "holiday". The reviews were pretty much solid and really helped with what to order. I honestly had my mind made up before I went into the place :) Started with a couple of champagne cocktails at the bar before going upstairs to the main dining area which were great. Then the hostess let us through the elevator door while she shot up the stairs to meet us as soon as our doors opened. We were seated by the wall across from the elevator entrance. While this wasn't the best area...this place isn't really that big so I couldn't be picky for such a busy evening. It turns out it wasn't a big deal since there were that many people coming after us since our reservation was at 8:30. Might be a little annoying during peak hours. Staff was great. Everyone from the bartenders downstairs to the hostess to the sommelier and servers. All top notch. Appetizers: Pan-seared foie gras, caramelized apple, five-spice crème anglaise, port wine reduction: This was simply incredible. The apples and creme really gave it a great mix of flavor. I could've had this as an entree!! This dish will be the biggest reason I come back. Bison carpaccio: I thought this was just ok. There would be no way to tell that this was bison vs cow but the presentation was unique and tasted great with the truffle and watercress. On a side note...I REALLY wanted the escargot but my wife isn't that big a fan. I also questioned whether 3 appetizers for 2 people seemed excessive. Entrees: I had to go with the lamb since so many of the Yelpers said it was the best lamb they'd ever had. Awesome dish. I went with medium rare but I think I should've opted for medium. The cous cous that sucked up all the lamb juice and side of squash were great companions to the lamb itself. My wife went with her usual filet mignon. Pretty good but its hard to justify the price with so many great steak places in LV. If Carnevino's filet is a 10..this was a 7 at best. Thank god we ordered the chocolate/strawberry souffle in advance. Otherwise we probably would've been too stuffed to order it after the entrees. So worth it!! I also liked the cigar lounge. Comfy chairs with a fireplace really set a nice mood. Perfect place to finish off your bottle of wine after dinner. Overall a solid v-day dinner!
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Jenn G.
If you're looking for that special experience in Vegas, this is the place. They have the most amazing food paired with a fantastic wine list. The wait staff are as perfect as anyone could hope for and I wish I could eat there every night. They're in the Monte Carlo and they also have a bar area and a cigar lounge. I've utilized all three and have absolutely no complaints. I go every time I'm in Vegas. My only complaint is that I don't live close enough. Thank you Andre's for being you! Also, do your research, sometimes travelzoo or yelp have coupons for some major discounts!
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Calgary G.
Simply the best elegant, excellent food fine dining has to offer! It is expensive but classic french fine dining is as it should be. From the appetizers to the dessert, everything was exquisite and will be back for more!
(5)
Beryl C.
Attended a bachelorette dinner party at Andre's. We had a large group so we were seated in the dining room upstairs. At first I thought it was a really cool concept to have a private room for us. The decor was nice with the chandeliers and blue walls. Alas, the private dining salon was not so private because shortly after we were seated, a loud chattering group occupied a table behind us. The food was just OK. There was nothing spectacular about the lobster bisque. Immediately regretted this ordering decision and I wished I got the escargot instead. For my main course, under a section called "Andre's Classics", I ordered the pan seared duck breast with duck sausage. I couldn't even find the duck flavor and this dish might as well have been chicken for all I care. The sausage was the most flavorful thing on the plate but was a bit too salty. I had great expectations for this dish since it's a $44 price tag for duck. Seriously. Tried a bit of the chocolate souffle and it was the best thing I had all night. I would describe the service as sketchy. Their ipad for the drink orders was broken but no one could supply an alternative menu. Early in the meal, the waiter hovers over the table with truffle in his hand and asking if you would like some shavings in your soup or dish. Hmm, kinda like when they ask if you want some pepper. I had to ask if they charge for this (I know that truffle is pricey) and looking like he got caught red-handed, he says it's $8 a gram. Most people would not think to ask this question so they would have been surprised by the extra charges after their meal. I probably wouldn't care as much if I was there for date night but I'm paying for myself, dammit. And we also noticed price discrepancy on how much the dishes cost on the final bill. Had to ask the waiter to bring the menu back and yes, they up-charged our group for some of the dishes. I really don't mind splurging on a nice meal and great service but Andre's was lacking.
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Darlene B.
This is an update based on the fact that the wine my husband drank and emailed to himself via the iPad wine list never was received. If you offer a customer the option to email something to themselves so they can get the wine or drink another time it really should work especially if you end up spending $200 on dinner for two. Won't go there again.
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Donovan B.
Quiet, charming, (surprisingly) casual, and very delicious. I took my girlfriend here on a Saturday night for dinner before our show. The pan-seared foie gras is as excellent as what the other reviewers have said; the Colorado lamb is the best that both my girlfriend and I have ever had; and the Maine lobster thermidor is an inspiration. According to our server, Andre has been making two signature dishes for over 33 years: the lobster, and the sole. Being a big lobster fan I had to go for it. It's lobster meat taken from the lobster, cooked in a cognac sauce with mushroom, and placed back onto the lobster tail for serving. Obviously, I found it extremely delicious, but I was also very pleased with the portion as there was a LOT of it. The lamb wasn't as inventive but also very impressive in taste. It was cooked just perfectly and arrived with two different sauces, both delectable. They really complemented the meat and made it fun to eat. Our server was very helpful and attentive. He learned early on that we were running short on time and had just an hour before our show. He let the chef know, and at the end of the meal helped us get out quickly. I was a little sorry to have to do this because you go to a quiet and elegant place like Andre's to enjoy the ambiance along with the food. I normally would stay to chat and just take advantage of the setting, but it wasn't possible this time. But I know for sure Andre's left us wanting to try more, like the souffle or the sole. We'll be back, and next time, we'll stay in our booth a little longer.
(5)
Steven L.
My bachelor party team and I went upstairs to the Cigar Lounge in the Monte Carlo. We were greeted professionally and politely. Treated like VIPs and were taken to the whiskey/cigar area. We had the room to ourselves, which was nice. The sommelier was a real professional. Very knowledgeable about what he was serving and was an excellent touch to the establishment. They are lucky to have him. He suggested some excellent choices and gave us samples so that we can know what we were getting into before we made a selection. Unfortunately, during our time there, 2 of the dudes in our team starting having some heated words together. He provided some input, politely, about how to handle such situations and was very classy and respectful about it. Later on, showing even more respect, he apologized for having an opinion on the matter. We didnt mind, because he did it with such smooth finesse that it was necessary he did what he did. We had a toast and I gave a small speech about the bachelor. It was a perfect place for a couple gentleman to begin the night before we became a team of degenerate that were about to get rad all over Las Vlegas. Excellent place. Excellent staff. Excellent selection of fine whiskeys. I would recommend this place to anyone!
(5)
Moldie S.
The service was superb! The food - freaking salty! First taste was really good, but towards the middle of the meal, felt like I was just eating salt. We had the Escargot - salty. I had the Lobster Bisque soup - salty. My friend had the French Onion soup - super salty. Even the rib eye was salty. I'm glad we didn't pay the full price and used Travelzoo voucher, even with the voucher, I'm not sure I would come back. It really felt like we paid $200 for salt. Should have gone to dinner somewhere else. Disappointed...
To be honest, I've never heard of this place prior to my last Vegas trip. We came here on the recommendation of my friend, celebrating my bachelor/birthday party. It was my first time at a Michelin Starred Restaurant and it did not disappoint. Service was superb, they even replaced your napkin when you went to the bathroom. Most of my friends had the 7-course tasting menu, in order to sample the foie gras. They had a five course tasting menu, minus the foie gras. I guess that's how they get you. The sauce the came with the foie gras was on the sweeter sauce, but complemented it well. Definitely, a dish I would order again. Surprisingly, the winner of the night was the duck breast, which I ended up ditching in favor of a Saffron Risotto. Big props to my friends for letting me sample some of theirs. Normally, I'm not a big fan of duck; Andre's knew how to cook it to perfection. A+. In addition, this place has a Cigar/Whiskey Bar on the second floor. Great place to chill after a meal. Overall 4.5 stars. $$$
This review is for the Cigar Lounge and Whisk'y Wednesdays event...not the restaurant itself! First of all, this place is small...surprisingly small. Downstairs is a bar...a single stool style bar...that's it. You go upstairs, and the dining area is to the left. It looked like there was about 4 tables that seat about 8 people each...that's it! Even the bathroom is TINY, with the door pretty much hitting the guy if he is washing his hands, and almost the other guy at the single urinal...you kind of see where I am going with this lol. But the cigar lounge is actually a good size, and the bar within it is very very impressive. I came here for the WW, which included a tasting of 5 different types of Whiskey. The whiskey themselves were not very memorable for my palate, but I was glad to have tried them! However, what was memorable was the great conversation and intimate setting! Everyone, from the servers, the bar staff, and my table's company were all great. This was a very relaxed setting, and I had a wonderful time here. The servers were also knowledgeable of their product, and answered any questions we had and talked about other drinks as well! I just received an email with them saying that Whisk'y Wednesdays will be EVERY week now! I can't say that I will be here every week, but when I run into a selection that I am curious about, you CAN'T beat the value and setting here! Essentially AYCD for a nominal $25! Top notch!
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Darcy R.
We dropped in here a few nights ago. We got lucky and hit the two for one drink specials. The atmosphere is very chill and I felt comfortable as soon as I sat down. Our bartender was by far one of the coolest that we have had in a long time! I wish remembered his name since we spent 3 hours with the guy (Just ask for the guy who used to live in Lake Tahoe) He is kind and full of great stories. He made some fantastic cocktails including a lychee martini and a chill thyme drink that was ridiculously tasty. It was our anniversary and at the bartender made us feel so special! I totally enjoyed this place and will hit it up the next time I am in Vegas!
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Robert E.
We had a wonderful, relaxing dinner at Andre's during our recent stay in Las Vegas. Everything about the meal was outstanding. Coming from California, it was a real treat to be able to get foie gras, and it did not disappoint. Each course was delicious and well paced. The service was attentive, but not overwhelming. I highly recommend Andre's for anyone in Las Vegas looking for a quiet, relaxing, and romantic dinner with excellent French food.
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Mark F.
Amazing. Best way I can describe Andre's. I did get the travelzoo voucher- I highly recommend that, unless money is no object for you. :) The french onion soup was the best I've ever had- and my wife got the crfeme brulee, we both agreed it was the best we've ever tasted. The chocolate truffles and chocolate souffle were also wonderful. Only thing I did not love was the lobster bisque- but that's also because it's very rich, too rich for my taste. Highly recommend the bar upstairs as well. Hate the cigar smoke, but the $25 tasting of 5 scotches on whisky Wednesday was amazing!
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Sergei N.
So we came in here a while ago for dinner and it was a great experience. The service was a bit on the stuffy side for me but friendly and attentive. I think between the service and food it was exactly what I expected, but not mind blowing. I think you have certain expectations when coming to these type of restaurants and all of mine were definitely met. We got a couple of lobster thermidor, I believe a steak, some escargot, some veggie stuff, tasty booze and some other random stuff that I don't recall at the moment. The lobster was very very delicious. It seems like most people who've had it would agree that its a dish you will love. We did have this random question as to whether the lobsters were live in a tank back there or if they were frozen and got the "Oh yeah they're live" response, which seemed odd somehow but its fine. They're delicious whether they're clubbing them in the head 12 feet away or at a different location. They don't parade them in front of you prior to dinner so its a mystery! Overall very enjoyable and relaxing time. Dinner takes a couple of hours so keep that in mind if you're one of those "get the food and get me out of here" people.
(5)
Eric F.
Ambience: 4 Food: 4 Service: 5 Price: 4 (TZ voucher) Overall: 4.22 Came here with a Travelzoo voucher. $99 for a roughly $200 meal at a Michelin star restaurant so I thought I'd give it a try. I had the french onion soup and the woman had the lobster bisque. The onion soup was really good but the bisque was just okay. I had the duck breast and the woman had the flat iron steak. I thought both dishes were very good. Ordered the foie gras add for an additional cost and it was just okay. Overall, a good dining experience but I wouldn't pay full price. Also, the restaurant was dead for an 8 pm Friday dinner. Not particularly late for Vegas but still. If I had to pay full price, Price score would be a 2.
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Mike F.
Andre's is old-school elegance. The food is 5+ stars, but at a fine-dining (translation: expensive) establishment you are paying for the entire experience: I had a couple issues with our evening. 1) We were seated at a table right next to the kitchen door. There was a CONSTANT flow of traffic in/out of the kitchen: that was VERY distracting and REALLY disrupted the meal. If we were at Denny's... no big deal, but this place had a Michelin star. They should just remove that particular table and that problem would be solved. 2) We did the 7 course tasting with wine pairings. While the food was worthy of their Michelin star, the wine pairings were TERRIBLE!!! We never saw a sommelier and I got the distinct impression that they were just trying to get rid of their already opened bottles of wine. Additionally, the wines were of low quality and most of the pairings made absolutely no sense. A fine-dining restaurant can't afford to let a poor wine program ruin the experience for its customers. Andre's is something of a forgotten gem. If they would pay a bit more attention to details, I have no doubt they can regain their glory. But unfortunately, you only get 1 chance to make a first impression and I'm not sure that I will be going back any time soon.
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Christine N.
Love Scotch? Love cigars? Andre's is the place to be!!!! Amazing ambiance. Casual dress is fine for the cigar lounge area. They have a fantastic line up of scotch and whiskey choices for connoisseur. Try the Ardbeg Supernova... if it is on shelf long enough...
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Misty K.
I'm a foodie, and I've been to many of the high-end restaurants in Vegas, especially the Michelin-rated ones. I was eager to try Andre's after reading the reviews, but it just wasn't all I hoped it would be. The service was good. The server was friendly. However, when I told him I didn't like my cocktail, he said "well, now you know you don't like it for next time." He could have at least pretended that he cared. Btw, it was the foie gras martini, which I thought I would love since I love foie gras, but like many items in this restaurant, it was too sweet. The accompaniments they bring with the martini are fun though (caramelized pears, berries, banana ice cream). I ordered the lobster bisque, the seared foie gras, the scallops, and the rack of lamb. The lobster bisque was pretty good but I could have done without the corn infusion. The seared foie was cooked perfectly, but I agree with another reviewer that it was overpowered by the sweet sauce drenched on the plate. The scallops were very good and cooked perfectly. Probably one of my highlights. The lamb was also cooked very well, but again I didn't like the particular sauce they used, so I had to move the lamb onto another plate. I probably seemed very "high-maintenance" to the server, but I never ever have a complaint or accommodation at the other Michelins I've been to b/c things are usually prepared to perfection. Here, not as much. However, if you like your dishes sweet, this might be the place for you. All in all, the food was decent, but not as good as many of the other places I've enjoyed in Vegas. I would recommend Picasso or Le Cirque or L'Atelier or Joel Robuchon over Andre's.
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Jeff S.
We were on vacation and ate here on Easter Sunday. We both had the lobster thermidor, wow! Excellent. The crab stuffed shrimp as app's were to die for. The desserts including the "candy bar" were out of this world. The servers were very attentive to every detail. Great Place to eat! Will return!
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Micheddie R.
First, this isn't about the food. I made my reservation for this restaurant about a month before on their website. An hour before the reservation I decided to call them just to confirm the reservation and they don't have it! They said the restaurant has a private party. I was so bummed out. If they had a private party they should have called to let me know or blocked reservations from coming through on their site. I expressed my discontent on the phone but they didn't seem to care.
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Denise L.
So so so dissapointing! I'm being nice and giving 3 stars as the service and ambience was nice. We were excited to try this place because 1, it was in our hotel, and 2, it got good reviews. My friend's an exec chef, so I trust her judgment in food and such too, and she was highly dissapointed as well. We had to wait for awhile for our table as we got there 15 minutes late (but we called to let them know we'd be late!), and we checked out their menu and cocktails on the iPad. Doors open for us shortly after, and it was a really intimate and nice setting of booths and tables. The waiter, who we only saw to take our order and possible dessert order came and told us the best of the menu, etc. for our appetizers we started with the beef carpaccio and the scallop macadamia. we munched on the delicious baguette bread, and my friend ordered a cocktail that had earl grey in it, and it was a round ice that looked like a tea bag with the string and tag hanging from it. the hint of earl grey was really nice, surprisingly. the beef carpaccio was pretty good, the meat seemed to be very high quality. the scallop macadamia was HUGE, and the macadamia crust was really good. so was the sauce with it. for our entrees, my friend got the free range chicken that was stuffed with crab and mushrooms. I got the apple stuffed pork tenderloin. we shared our dishes, and okay my pork tenderloin was not good. it was cooked to a way where it wasn't very tender, and i couldnt eat more than a piece. the sauteed brussel sprouts were so salty, that all i really enjoyed from the dish was the mashed potatoes. i even started going back to the bread basket. my friend's chicken was okay, i cant really say the combination of the chicken and crab went well together, but the worst part was her tomato gnocchi. the part we had looked forward to most. i put one in my mouth and i wish i spit it out, but felt rude to do. i felt like i had just dumped a spoon full of salt into my mouth. it was absolutely disgusting. do they not taste their food before serving? the only thing good off her plate was the spaghetti squash. now, we should've said something and we were about to, but im not one that will complain even if they ask how the food is. I regret it though because really, no one should eat their tomato gnocchi. the sweets they give you at the end, they tasted like fondant. horrible. we were really dissapointed as we had looked forward to eating here. wouldnt ever come back.
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Lina C.
Probably one of the better picks in Vegas. I would give it a 4/5 in comparison to other Vegas joints. Meat was cooked to perfection - beef fillet gets 5/5!!! Lobster Bisque was tasty, though a bit salty... Good traditional french food.
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Akram b.
Good food but not deserving a five star. Lacking good Atmosphere and better service. I had dinner last Saturday and I would say it is not a repeat
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Thomas B.
My Sister-in-law got married and as we were staying in the Monte Carlo I suggested having a small reception dinner at Andre's because the concierge at the hotel said it was excellent. We were a party of 6 and were having a very nice time until the staff pulled a real dirty fast one on me. I swear if it hadn't been for this one greedy move I would be writing an excellent review right now. A couple that were sitting behind us at another table offered to buy our table a bottle of champagne and we ordered a bottle of Veuve Clicquot. We thanked them for such a nice gesture and went on with our meal. When I got the bill I noticed that I was being charged for the Veuve Clicquot and when I questioned it I was handed a cheap bottle of Andre's Champagne and told that this was what the other patron had bought us and that the Veuve Clicquot was not the bottle that he had bought so I had to pay for it! So my question to the waiter was then why was the Veuve Clicquot poured to me and my guests and not the Andre crap? Why wasn't I told? I ordered the Veuve Clicquot right in front of the man who was buying the Champagne and he smiled and nodded and said "enjoy!" The lie that the waiter was telling me was one of the dirtiest things that has ever happened to me in any restaurant ever in my life. I couldn't believe it. I asked to see the manager and he somehow was not available. So I held my anger, paid the bill took my "crap" bottle of Andre Champagne and left. Did I look like an idiot tourist? They sure treated me like one. So for the rest of my life I will trash this lousy restaurant instead of praising it.
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Hellen D.
I stayed in this hotel for my birthday weekend. I wanted a nice dinner to celebrate. I went here with a few of my close friends and had a wonderful experience. The seating was very secluded and elegant, we were able to talk at a normal voice. We had chosen the prefixed menu they offered. I'm not sure if they have that everyday. The portions for all of the food they gave you were huge. I was full after my appetizer and I still had my entree and dessert left. I would come back to Las Vegas to eat here again in a heartbeat!
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Steve J.
Located within the Monte Carlo, this French restaurant is first class all the way. Small, private, and quiet, the decor is stunning. The food is wonderful and the service is second to none. The price is also second to none, but worth a special occasion visit.
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Robert C.
Ultra expensive but if you are on an expense account, worth it. Amazing service, atmosphere and food. The bar is one of a few in Vegas that allows you to smoke cigars anymore. If you are looking to impress, this is the place to go.
(5)
Jeri C.
Fois gras was over apples: delicious! Duck risotto: heavy, could use an acid. Yummy non the less. Pomegranite duck breast: tastey. Service: friendly & attentive Drinks: strong. Cost: an arm and a leg.
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Amber D.
My boyfriend and I share the same birthday, so we decided to try Andre's at the suggestion of a colleague and based on yelp reviews. As Charles and Chef Greg mentioned in their reviews, the new decor is beautiful. We loved it and it was very romantic but we were one of three parties in the restaurant at the time and the party we were sat next to was very loud and distracting. (On the bright side, I learned several new marketing techniques for Italian neighborhood's in New York. Ha!) We started with an amuse of chilled carrot soup with shrimp and a balsamic reduction. It was delicious! I've never been a fan of chilled soup but the flavors melded perfectly (and it got my boyfriend to eat vegetables, so hey bonus points). For starters, we ordered the pan-seared foie gras and the bison carpaccio. The foie gras was absolutely fabulous and really well complimented by the apple tart! The conversation that followed after I took the first bite: BF: Well, what is it? Me: Just try it. BF: Tell me what it is. Me: I'll tell you after you try it. Needless to say, he tried it and loved it. Then I told him what it was and he wouldn't eat anymore of it. Oh well, more for me, yay! I have never tried bison and was looking forward to it. It was very good and had a nice flavor to it. The pesto that accompanied was a bit overpowering for me, but it is possible I had too much on my bite. The arugula and pickled mushrooms were standard, nothing special to me. For our entrees, we had the filet of beef and the potato wrapped salmon. The filet was very tender, cooked exactly the way I liked and the hollandaise sauce went extremely well will the beef and asparagus. I did not like the potato and the onion confit (aka caramelized onions on top of potato slice). I felt as if the onion was overcooked giving it a slightly bitter flavor and although the crispness of the potato was nice, it lacked any seasoning. The salmon was cooked nicely and the crust was very crisp but it lacked any wow that you would expect from a place of this caliber. I think my boyfriend wished he had ordered something else. We ordered the grand marnier souffle and it was perfect. Very good. If you are not a huge fan of chocolate like me (yes, I am a female, why do you ask?), I would recommend this in place. And although we waited until our dinner was almost over, it really didn't take too long. But then again, I was enjoying my company. As for drinks. At the beginning of the meal, I was asked if I wanted wine. Well, I did want wine but the bf won't drink it and considering I am a petite young gal of 25, I figured I didn't need a whole bottle to myself. So I ask her if I can have a vodka martini and when I decide what I want to order, I would appreciate some help pairing a wine by the glass or maybe even a half bottle. Well, my martini came but my help choosing a wine didn't. So I stuck with my martinis which were fine but considering the extensive wine list, a little disappointing. Which brings me to my next point. The service was a little underwhelming. While decent, the only suggestion made to us was the foie. I would think that the server would like to talk and be passionate about the food and give us some suggestions when prodded. We decided to order salads after our starters but she never came back before our entrees arrived. I enjoyed the bread and spread but I ran out of bread and was never offered anymore. The water we were served was not cold and there was no ice in it (sorry, i don't believe in paying for bottled water). I'm not sure why the service at our table was lacking, as it clearly wasn't at the other two tables. I was looking forward to an unforgettable and memorable evening for our birthday and I left really disappointed. I really really wanted to love this restaurant. I recall when I was a teenager my grandparents would frequent the Andre's downtown and always raved about it. I've been waiting to try Andre's for years! I want to give it another chance, I really do but there are so many great establishments to try in this city. I wanted my taste buds to dance and I wanted to feel special and I just really didn't.
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Amanda M.
Very good food and exceptional service and ambiance. We started with champagne cocktails at the bar before moving on the to the downstairs dining room. The dining room is elegant and makes you forget completely that you are only a wall or two away from the casino floor. We had the lobster bisque, beef tongue, filet, veal loin, lobster, and chocolate souffle. The food was a bit rich (and the tiniest bit too salty) but the flavors were perfectly executed. The food was equal in quality to what we enjoyed in top restaurants in Paris last year. We had a lovely dinner and would recommend the place to anyone looking for excellent food and service on the strip.
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B T.
A very intimate place. The food was good but not amazing to justify the price. The seared foie gras was cooked to perfection. The poached pear was a nice addition but combined with the sauce was a bit on the sweet side. The first few bites of the rack of lamb with cous cous was amazing. Subsequent bites with big chunks of corriander, cadomom, and other various spices were a bit annoying.
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Lizzy H.
Andre's was excellent and the staff was wonderful. I enjoyed the spinach salad with duck confit as my appetizer and it was just a bit warmed over and completely delicious. For dinner I went for the lobster thermidor.....ridiculously well seasoned. The lobster and mushrooms melted in my mouth and adding asparagus was a ideal choice. Everything went well with the hollandaise-esque sauce it was smothered in. We ordered our dessert, souffles, at the same time as our appetizers. Glad I did, as I was stuffed at the end and may have passed, but I ended up trying three of them. Kahlua, Grand Marnier, and a yummy Roasted Peanut. Pricey, so be ready to pay at least $100/head without drinks or wine. You can bring your own nice bottle of wine, but know there is a $50 corking fee per bottle.
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Caroline F.
My friends and I went to try this restaurant because I read from a website that it is the best French Restaurant in the city of Las Vegas! After hearing that it's the best French food that you can find, my friends couldn't wait to try this restaurant. Upon entering the restaurant, I felt that the place was small but they had an upper level which was really pretty. The atmosphere and ambience is really how you would like it to be if you wish for a nice quiet and intimate dinner with your friends, family, relatives or loved ones. We took a long time to decide what dishes we would like to order as they had so many good choices and we just simply couldn't decide on one. In the end, we ultimately decided to try different dishes so that we would know which one we shouldn't order if we were to come back, and I hope we do! However, there was no such thing as "which one we shouldn't order" because everything was great. Since it's a French restaurant, they served us a complimentary starter for us to cleanse our mouth (I suppose) before starting to eat our breads, that came with 3 different kind of butter -- Black Olive, Normal butter and Tomato Butter and also before our appetizers came. For starters, we had: 1) Escargots de Bourgogne -- I had a bad experience with Escargot once and was reluctant to try this for the second time in my life. However, I'm glad I did try it because this was really good. It had a great texture and it was full of flavors from the herbs that it was cooked with. 2) Farm Raised Abalone Almondine with Celery Root Mousseline -- It was a new taste to my taste bud, I don't think I have ever tried something like this before. It was refreshing and I would definitely eat this again. 3) Spring Vegetable Risotto with Ricotta Salata and Saffron Butter, served with grated Black Truffle that they grate at your table. This was really good, even to me who dislike the taste of Black Truffle. I eventually took more of it despite the taste because I liked the texture and everything else on that bowl of Risotto. Yums. The next complimentary serving was a Pear Sorbet, small light and wonderful. Unveiling our food at our table, we had: 1) Muscovy Duck Breast with Red Rice, Bok Choy and Ramarind Sauce -- Thick cuts of the Duck Breasts, cooked to be a little pink, perfect texture and with vegetable on the side. What else could you possibly want other than this? 2) Veal Loin with Fava Beans, Angel Hair Pasta and Morel Mushroom Sauce - It was good, so good in fact. Pinkish thick-cut loins that you wish you had more of it on your plate. There are alcohol content in the mushroom sauce though, and it's pretty strong (or maybe it's my sensitive sense to alcohol). Not a very big fan of the Angel Hair Pasta but my friends loved it. 3) Prime Angus Ribeye with Macaroni Gratin, Asparagus, Roquefort Cheese and Pinot Noir Sauce -- Tender meat that you place in your mouth, with the flavor from the sauce, you can't go wrong if you order this :) 4) Rack of Colorado Lamb with Curried Risotto & Goat Cheese, Ratatouille and Lamb Jus -- My friend loved this so much that she finished the whole plate even before I finished 3/4 of mine. Once you put a piece of Lamb in your mouth, it will burst with flavors. Which part of that sounds bad? None. No meal is complete without desserts right? Next up was Souffles -- Chocolate and Pistachio flavored. Both was excellent. They pour the sauce at your table, after creating a hole right in the middle of the Souffles. The sides were a little crunchy while the middle part was soft, creamy and just awesome. Being a bigger fan of chocolate, there is no doubt that I chose that over pistachio. I just wished that there was a scoop of ice cream that could go along with it. At the end of our meal, we had a complimentary small-sized dessert and the plate was clean within minutes. There is no doubt that this restaurant is one of the best restaurant that I've ever been to. They showed their skills since everything was perfect. The price is on the higher end of the scale, so if you are not looking forward to see a big number on your check, I suggest that you shouldn't come to this place. However, you should indulge yourself if you are in Vegas to try at Andre's. You wouldn't regret your decision! :)
(5)
david a.
Top notch experience from start to finish. My wife and I celebrated our anniversary and they did not disappoint. If you are into foie gras I highly recommend the foie gras martini which I had the fortune that night of having with truffle. The combination of the fat from the foie gras and the vodka made for an interesting buzz. Worth every bit of the $18. I would advise not having more foie gras as an appetizer as I was in overload. The rabbit was excellent served with a bold reduction. Although a bit small, the restaurant offered the necessary ambiance for the occasion. Left feeling satisfied without the necessity to feel full doing so.
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Kimberly F.
The service is top notch. The foie gras is to die for. The cheese platter is the most appealing in town. I, unfortunately, was alone when I stumbled onto this freshly-renovated Vegas gem. I moseyed up to the bar in my shorts, and was surprisingly greeted with a warm welcome. They rolled out the red carpet for me, in fact. I was lured in by the sign out front "2 for 1 martinis." The bartender made me an expertly prepared martini just the way I like it - slightly dirty with extra olives. Whenever you dine in a French restaurant, it's almost criminal not to try their foie gras. Andre's is delectable, a seared, generous portion served over sweet, cooked apples. The sommelier suggested a 2002 Riesling Eiswein (they don't offer a Sauternes by the glass) to pair with the foie. It was rich, creamy, sweet, and mirrored the dish wonderfully. Then the cheese sampler. It was served on a plate with separate, little nooks for the 10 or so cheeses that were each married with unique jellies. This dish was accompanied by a basket of sliced baguette and several types of crackers. Andre's has over 1,500 bottles of wine in their cellar. They offer 20 by the glass. The sommelier is knowledgeable and extremely approachable. The cigar lounge upstairs boasts an ideal setting for ending your evening with a fine cognac, Armagnac or port and a smooth cigar. They have a private room upstairs for parties. Andre's would be an excellent choice for a wedding reception. Thanks, guys, for the outstanding service and the warm welcome. I will definitely be back, but next time I'll bring someone to share it with.
(5)
bobbi a.
Had a travelzoo coupon and would have never known a thing about this place if not for this offer. We enjoyed everything and including the service we received. Alfredo Meza was very knowledgeable with his wines. We highly reccomend trying this exquisite french restaurant and be sure to try the bison carpacio appetizer, so yummy.
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Nana K.
This is one of the better french restaurants I've been to on the strip. I prefer Andre's over the Eiffel Tower and Tableau for sure. We had the escargot and foie gras appetizers which were perfect. They also served us 2 amuse bouche, a blue cheese pastry and a sorbet. The french onion soup was very nice, and not overly salted as most restaurants tend to make them. The lobster bisque was rich, fragrant, and flavorful. I ordered the duck which came in tender slices with crispy skin. Other members of my party ordered the roast chicken with foie gras, surf and turf (wagyu and australian lobster tail), and lobster thermidor. I had a taste of what everyone else was having and could tell you that each entree was flawless. No room for dessert, but no worries, we received some complimentary petit fours which were a sweet end to a perfect meal. The decor was gorgeous and the service was amazing! I arrived with a party of 5. They had accidentally taken down my reservation for a party of 2. No problem, we waited by the bar and in less than 10 minutes, they had worked out a table for us. The waitstaff was super-attentive and friendly and our entrees were presented to us in a very posh, choreographed manner. Fancy! I will definitely dine here again the next time I'm in town. It's such a lovely , intimate setting with incredible food...no gimmicks necessary for the sell.
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Blair B.
I am kind of a freak about restaurant week! I get more excited about restaurant week than I do my birthday - trying out fancy restaurants is a little obsession of mine. I check the menus weeks in advance, carefully plot out my week, and get so excited for trying new places. Andre's was one of the few total let downs I've had during restaurant week, unfortunately. The menu printed online for weeks before had duck as an entree choice. My husband, a friend, and I, all being duck freaks choose Andre's based on this. Unfortunately we got there and they had changed it to f-ing chicken. Honestly I don't get the whole chicken in fine dining thing. Chicken is for KFC, El Pollo Loco, or to be grilled on a salad. You can't get more boring than chicken. Chicken is my protein of last resort and not to be eaten at fancy restaurants. BOO. Already things are off on a bad foot, and then we get an awful waitress to boot. She's in her 50s and clearly very full of herself. When we ask for the restaurant week menu, she sighs and tries to talk us out of it! I thought this was for charity, lady. Then we ask about the restaurant week wine pairing and again says we shouldn't do that because it's only small glasses. Thanks, but no thanks. I had the scallop (which was tiny, but FAB, sadly the highlight of the meal), steak, and souffle. We added a foie gras. The foie gras was good, but like I always say, I nearly always like foie gras. It wasn't particularly memorable in this case. My steak was just steak. Nothing special there. Then it's time for dessert and it takes 45 minutes. After 30 minutes I complained to a bus boy (as out b*tch waitress was no where to be found) and finally 15 minutes later we get them. I mean I know souffles are fired to order, but damnit we orered these at the same time as our meal, figure it the f out. Our 3 course meal ended up taking over 3 hours. Not cool when it's a Tuesday night and my friend and I both wake up before 4 AM for work. There's leisurely dining then there's obnoxiously bad service. I've never spent well over $200 on dinner before and treated like complete crap. Oh and to add insult to injury the place was nearly empty as well. Ouch. I did send an email to the manager and got no response. I'm disappointed the downtown location is no longer in operation - I would have liked to try it. This location on the other hand is somewhere I will not be returning to.
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Vance J.
Been a while since I ate here, and and couldn't tell you exactly what we had, but I do know it was a great dinning experience!
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Cindy N.
I go to this restaurant maybe once every 4 months with my grand father (he likes this restaurant) and it gets worse and worse every time I go there. But service is great. Go there if you win some $$$ there, otherwise I am pretty sure there are more excellent french restaurants in Vegas
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Lulu R.
Pricey. Food was good. Decor was fine. Service was good. We took the recommendations from our waitress. The Lobster Thermadour was tasty but extremely rich. Couple of bites and you are good to go. It is huge portion so share. I enjoyed my foie gras appetizer. The souffles are good, not that big sinister your own. Overall, jut okay. There are better options on the strip.
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Address :Monte Carlo Resort & Casino,3770 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV, 89109
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : No Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Valet, Garage Bike Parking : No Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Dressy Ambience : Upscale Noise Level : Quiet Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
J W.
maybe deserved 2 stars, but had to give -1 due to the ridiculous pricing for very average french food. I know it's located in a tourist town, but I don't understand all the stellar reviews. The entree I had was essentially pieces of overdone grilled meats thrown on a plate. The foie gras was mediocre. Truthfully this place isn't much better than food you'd get on a cruise ship. The service was average at best, waiter was a little pushy when trying to get us to order bottled water rather than Las Vegas' best. With so many other choices in Vegas, skip this place.
(1)Danelle G.
For our 25th wedding anniversary, we wanted to find a great French restaurant (love French food). Andre's ambiance was romantic and cozy. The waiter was attentive and accommodating. The food and wine were amazing. Being somewhat of a foodie, also enjoyed meeting the chef after dinner. If you enjoy a drink / cigar after dinner, venture upstairs to the cigar bar. Wonderful!
(5)Lynette F.
The service, the food, the ambiance and the entire experience add up to the most amazing dining experience I have ever had!
(5)E B.
WOW. The pinnacle of French sophistication in LAS. Stunning decor yet relaxed ambiance. Sure it'll set you back a lot more than you can probably afford...but you only live once. One of the best culinary experience of my life. Words cannot describe. Just go. really nothing else to say...
(5)Kevin M.
After years of staying at the Monte Carlo, we finally decided to try Andre's...and it was well worth the wait. We had the Chateaubriand and it was out of this world. The waitstaff was very attentive, but not part of the conversation. We can't wait for our next trip out here to eat at Andre's again.
(5)Calvin C.
The 5 course tasting did not impress me. Overpriced food for bland if not disgusting for one's palliate. Told the manager it was our anniversary & the waiter carried out a "Happy Birthday" plate...lol $200+ (including wine) was doable for a fine dining place, but I wouldn't go back. My fiancee kept saying how claustrophobic it was (which @ 1st I would say "it feels intimate"), but I finally gave in & had to agree.
(1)Lisa B.
I was recommended by a fellow yelper and reviewer to give this restaurant a try. And what a gem! I believe that this place is a hidden secret. The service was wonderful, topped only by their food. We purchased a travelzoo deal and I did not feel like we were lacking anything. With our deal, we had a three course meal. The portions were generous. I had the lobster bisque and it was amazingly presented and it was the best I had ever eaten. I had the salmon entree while my husband had this beef dish. The salmon was perfectly cooked, but I could not stop sneaking bites from my husband's dish. His beef dish looked simple, but the flavors were just exceptional. Even the bread was delicious. We literally ate two bread baskets worth of bread (and by we, I mean my husband...). I highly recommend this place.
(5)Jaclyn P.
This was my favorite restaurant in Vegas. It is located in a hidden corner in the Aria hotel. They take you into these big doors to a little hidden room of what kind of seems like a speakeasy type of place. The decor is very vintage with a modern feel. The chairs are big and comfy like in a living room. The service here is amazing. For an appetizer I had the lobster bisque which was very different. There is a lobster cake and they pour the lobster bisque soup on top of it right in front of you. For dinner I had the duck and it was cooked perfectly! (And I'm pretty picky with duck). For dessert I had the carrot cake soufflé which was amazing. If I ever do go back to Vegas I would go back here because it is definitely worth the price. I would highly recommend giving this place a shot!
(5)CJ H.
Short and sweet review. As a local...To Die For! Love this place. The quality of the food coming out of the kitchen is amazing. We usually get a romantic booth and are served by the most hospitable staff. People like "1 Star Calvin" would not know a quality restaurant if it bit them in the ass. I could go on and on, but I am short on time tonight. Six stars for me!!!
(5)Michael U.
Items selected: 2012 Dom Perignon Brut, Champagne Venison Croquette with Apple Moustard Marti Foie - Foie Gras, Honey, Tahitian Vanilla, Vodka with Candied Walnuts, Caramelized Pears, Pear Sorbet, Fruit Salad Baguette and unsalted butter Andre's Classic Lobster Thermidor - Cognac, Gruyere, Mustard, Asparagus, Mushrooms 2008 5 Puttonyos Royal Tokaji Pan Seared Duck Foie Gras - Verjus Reduction, Dried Fruit and Almond Custard Tart Seared Jumbo Sea Scallop - Curried Beurre Blanc, Carrot Ginger Puree, Pickled Fennel 2009 Talbott Kali Hart Vineyard, Pinot Noir Sauteed Sweetbreads - Minus 8 and Bing Cherries, Sauteed Spinach in Puff Pastry Pan Seared Duck Breast - Spiced Orange Gastrique, Duck Jus, Duck and Pistachio Sausage, Currant and Couscous Cake, Sauteed Kale Port Salut - Cherry Compote, Macadamia Tuile Mango Sorbet - Caramelized Hibiscus, Tapioca Cadbury Egg Soufflé with Creamy Chocolate Sabayon Sauce Brandied Cherries Almond and Coconut Truffles Located next to Yusho in the renovated Monte Carlo Andre's had long resided on my Vegas "to do" list and with the new Spring menu launch coinciding with Easter Traditions I finally opted to pay homage to Chef Rochat's celebrated dining room for a refined experience far too uncommon in this city of modern glitz and glamour. Referred to by some a 'stodgy' with fine porcelain, silver, and lush fabrics to accompany formal service plus a cigar and cognac lounge my experience at Andre's began a few days prior with an E-mail to Ms. Jana Lane Southard requesting a copy of the menu plus a supplemental classic to the chef's tasting and with both requests granted to the tune of a small surcharge the dinner that followed was a true fete of three plus hours of near-perfect food and drink. Noting up front that beverages were not requested, but instead comped to the tune of me leaving more inebriated than I'd prefer, it was to a glass of brisk bubbly that I was welcomed and proceeding next to the almost-too-rich-for-one "Marti Foie" with a quartet of accoutrements my palate was soon warmed with a gamy croquette serving notice of bold flavors to come. Moving past mundane bread and frankly disappointing chilled butter it was with my upcharged request of demi-portion of Rochat's classic Thermidor that my tasting began and served in a high-arched bowl the only thing more impressive than the portion was the prep as the butter-poached crustacean proved snappy-sweet amidst a sea of cognac custard studded with tender vegetables and light aromatics. Opting next for a caramelized seared steak of grade-A foie gras over savory fruitcake tinged with verjus and paired with Tokaji it was only course three that proved anything less than perfection as a slight over-sear dulled a freshly shucked scallop amidst flavors plucked from Robuchon, a small gaff not repeated in the plump sweetbreads or duet of duck - both amongst the most memorable preparations I've found in the state of Nevada. Transitioning to cheese, an area where I think Andre's could certainly expand its selection, before an impressive palate cleanse it was at long last that a dessert long anticipated arrived; a tall and proud souffle with a tableside finish proving whimsy and perfection can indeed coexist as cocoa, cream, and cinnamon melded seamlessly into an ethereal pudding. Rounding out the night with brandied cherries, chocolate, and a swig of cognac before settling the tab with a hefty tip it was with nothing but smiles that I exited Andre's; my only regret being that I'd waited so long to do so.
(4)Jason V.
This is a review of the Cigar Lounge: While offering a decent selection of cigars and a very impressive collection of cognac, Armagnac, and the like, the Cigar Lounge is utterly lacking in vibe and atmosphere. The upstairs space is small--looking essentially like a converted private dining room--with a small bar at one end and probably five or six "table equivalent" seating areas. The lounge was largely empty, with just one other group sitting down to enjoy some drinks. One fellow even came in, was seated, and left after a minute because it was so dead and uncomfortable. The environment isn't even as posh as one might expect from a Las Vegas Strip cigar and cognac lounge. The addition of some high-backed leather chairs could probably give it more of "salle privée" feel, but it seems like the space is holding out for some dream of attracting a more raucous, "bottle service" type crowd. Casa Fuente in the Caesar's mall has a much better atmosphere, albeit in less sophisticated surroundings. On the upside, the collection of drinks is truly impressive and the display cabinet is worth checking out. Service is extremely helpful and not at all pretentious: the server was more than happy to make some suggestions to a cognac novice and even recommend some of the value offerings (as it is extremely easy to get lost in some very large numbers on the cognac menu). The friendly service and impressive drink collection are the only things that save the lounge from a two-star or even one-star review. The ventilation system is top notch, preventing the room (if it ever did get crowded) from becoming too stuffy. It actually might be too effective, as you'll likely either feel the air currents or at least see them affecting the smoke from your cigar.
(3)Kyle C.
The meal was excellent and we enjoyed both the food and presentation. At the start of the meal, the waiter suggested caviar but we both got the impression it was either complimentary or a small add-on. He asked it sort of in passing and we agreed. It was delicious but we had no idea it was going to be $140 additional for a very small acoop of caviar. Literally a spoonful of the stuff cost more than the entire 7 course tasting menu. Honestly we were shocked when we got the bill. It immediately spoiled the meal for us. I expected to pay around $350 not $500. It was angering. I mentioned our concern to the waiter but he didn't seem to take any steps to resolve the issue. We were really disappointed. It's not the money that bothers me, it's the feeling of a bait and switch that does. If I had known that the caviar was going to be that expensive, I would've just stuck with the tasting menu alone. Anyway we paid the bill and left but I would not reccomend this restaurant.
(2)Nelson Q.
Stopped in for HH to check it out...Moscow Mule was nice and refreshing, as was the Cucumber Collins. The food items we ordered were just okay, and a little on the skimpy side, Steak Frites...3 thin slices of warm to room temp steak with oh, about 5 fries in a cute paper cone...pretty sad Sliders(2) on brioche with blue cheese and caramelized onions were a bit better, but skimpy as well...at least the company was a lot better....ALOHA!!!
(3)Vanessa V.
A friend spotted a $99 TravelZoo voucher online for a three-course dinner for two, so we grabbed that opportunity to indulge in some fine French dining. Andre's is located in the depth's of the Monte Carlo's casino. Don't follow any of the signs that read, "Restaurant." There's separate -- almost unnoticeable --signage that points to the fine dining restaurants. Andre's is quite a walk from the parking garage and even from the lobby, and its placement is unusual because it's located at the end of the casino and by the front entrance. When we arrived, we were led by the hostess into a small dining room and seated at one of the semi-circular booths. We were then given a menu specific for those with TravelZoo voucher, plus champagne. In addition, they served us complimentary appetizers made up of a tiny bowl of soup and potato chip. Appetizer - Foie Gras (not on the three-course menu): Our dinner began with a plate of foie gras with caramelized apple. The foie gras was tender, and it paired well with the apple slices. It was a nice harmony of rich, savory flavors and light sweetness. First Course - Beef Carpaccio: Thin slices of beef garnished with shaved parmesan cheese. I've never eaten beef carpaccio before, so I can't make a comparison. It was palatable and tasted good on the toasted slices of bread that it was accompanied by. Second Course - Roasted Duck Breast and Duck Sausage: The duck sausage was fine, but the duck breast's flavor wasn't what I was expecting. It was over-seasoned with pepper and reminded me of peppery roast beef. Furthermore, the meat was tough to cut through. Third Course - Chocolate Souffle: Rich and not too sweet; though,I would've liked it more if it tasted a bit sweeter. A small bowl of cocoa sauce came with this, but I didn't think it made any difference in taste when added to the souffle. Service: It's the type of professional service that's expected at a fine dining establishment. Overall: Except for the foie gras, I thought each of the courses were OK. On the other hand, the service was exceptional which is why I'm giving this restaurant a 4/5 instead of a 3/5.
(4)Bonnie Y.
Yes, we had the travelzoo deal - but i say this place is worth a visit even without the coupon - with it? just make it even better! as soon as we were seated, i LOVED the whole color combination of the decor and tableware! the service was awesome, we didn't get treated differently at all because we have the coupons. Food was amazing - i was talked into adding a lobster tail for $15 to go with my entree and that tail was... just OK (lol). the bread was warm and i swear one guy at our table must have the whole big basket of it himself... desert was yummy - both souffle and cream brulee. I'd recommend this place to anyone who don't even have coupons. though it's located at the relatively older hotel, it's worth to go - perhaps before or after a show (or the hack, they have cheaper tables there too!)
(4)Brian F.
This review is for the cigar lounge which is located upstairs. It is a small room and it has one of the more impressive scotch selections on the Strip. The service is friendly and exceptional. Being an individual who smokes and enjoys 3-5 cigars daily and I've patronized many cigar shops and lounges, I really enjoy the small private feeling environment and atmosphere of this place. The cigar selection is minimal so I recommend you bringing your own as you may not find what your palate desires. I'd frequent here more often for a cigar, however, mobile connection is sporadic at best in case you need to be connected or need to do some work/business over a cigar.
(4)Joyce A.
A really hidden gem, all the way at one end of the Monte Carlo Hotel, past all the slots and other casual restaurants. Got the Chef's tasting menu, which can be 5 or 7 course. Only the 7 course has foie gras as a choice, so got that. A wine pairing is available but really, one cocktail should suffice. The 7 course meal is really more like ten course all together, including amuse bouche and PRE-DESSERT! Highlight of the night: Chef Andre Rochat stopped at our table. I do get so excited when the chefs come out and check things out. Most interesting cocktail is the Martini made with Foie - comes to table with an accompaniment of candied almonds, seared peaches, sugared mixed berries and a lemon sorbet. Very interesting and something you've gotta have at least once in your life. andrelv.com/spring-tasti… you can pick all meat, or mix it up with the vegetarian choices. Amuse bouche: braised beef croquette (one bite of crispy outside, creamy potato) plus a small bite of Jamon wrapped crisp breadstick. A promise of better things to come. Beef carpaccio - tender delicate slices with a cirtusy aioli, peppery arugula, shaved Parmesan. The following hot dishes were all served with a flourish of revealing the meal under a cloche. The staff would each open one cloche simultaneously with a "Voila!". Seared Foie gras - tender, beautifully seared, delicate flavor. Seared jumbo scallop served on celery puree and saffron sauce - perfect sear and mild flavor without being overpowered by the puree or sauce.. CRISPY PORK BELLY - pickled cherry sauce, cornbread purée Tofu option was just as beautiful and good. PAN SEARED DUCK BREAST & DUCK SAUSAGE - spiced mango and duck jus, rissole of potatoes and artichoke - perfectly tender and cooked med-rare. Risotto was too al dente for me and too bland for my taste. Served really hot off the pan - steaming. Cheese course : TÊTE DE MOINE - rhubarb purée, candied almonds - comes to table in the form of a carnation ( shaved from the main round wheel, according to the waiter Ricardo) SAINT ANDRÉ - triple cream, soft, rich, perfectaly paired with caramelized orange, toasted pistachios PRE- DESSERT of a semi-fredo orange pannacotta. At this point I was VERY full and VERY happy with my meal and it was not yet over! WARM CHOCOLATE FLOURLESS FONDANT vanilla bean ice cream and cocoa crisp (sort of de riguer these days, but also very good) GRAND MARNIER SOUFFLÉ, puffy, tall, and vanilla anglaise poured at tableside. I ate the whole thing.
(5)Karla G.
This place is amazing! From the time you are seated to the time you leave the service is on point. If you are looking for a delicious meal that is on the strip this is your place. My husband and I shared the caesar salad and it is by far the best caesar I have ever had. The chef and staff put so much detail into their food it truly shows. I will definitely be back next time we are in town.
(5)Jackie Y.
My husband and I decided to give this restaurant a try while we are in Vegas with some friends. Hubby and I got a Travelzoo coupon while our friends ordered from regular menu. I would say all dishes were mediocre other than the foie gras which was pretty tasty. One disappointing visit especially it is rated as Michelin one star.
(3)Amber S.
This is by far the best kept secret in Vegas. Hidden in a nook of Monte Carlo, is a traditional french restaurant that will delight your taste-buds and leave you craving the next course. Their wine selection is hard to compete with and the french onion soup and souffles are by far the best I have ever had. Arrive a little early to enjoy the upstairs cigar lounge and a glass of hand selected Cabernet while you lounge by the fire.
(5)Will D.
Highly recommended for dinner but the real treat is the cigar bar upstairs. I was in LV for CES and a co-worker and I decided on dinner at Andre's and figuratively stumbled onto the cigar bar. First - the meal: excellent service, delicious, if a bit pricey, food. The environment is an oasis of calm in crazy LV. The French onion soup and duck breast were about perfect. Crème brulee was fabulous. The wine list is great and includes some tasty wines at the low end of the spectrum (recommended: Tinto Negro Malbec at $55). Of course if you are going to splurge you have some great choices there, too. And the sommelier was friendly and helpful. The big treat was the cigar bar upstairs. Comfortable, cozy with the fireplace and tended by one of the great service-oriented bartenders. Alfredo Meza is his name and he's not only knowledgeable and friendly but went out of his way to make sure that we were happy while enjoyed our cigars and cocktails.
(5)Todd H.
I have been to Alize at the Palms many times. Now for Andres- Andre is a great chef who surrounds himself with a lot of talent. At Andres, the chef is Chris Bulen. The wife and I were blown away by the fine food and exceptional service. The Scampi Andre is delicious/ if licking the plate were socially acceptable.... The lamb was great as well- I, being a difficult guest ordered Medium Rare Plus and it came out perfect, as my server told me that chef Chris personally did it to make sure it was perfect. He even came out to check if it was ok. We felt like VIPs and definitely recommend Andres for a special occasion!
(5)Paulyne R.
Love how I can Yelp for something and when I find it, make reservations through OpenTable in the Yelp app. Clap Clap Clap! Cousin and I flew to Vegas from California, the foie-gras-less state, excluding the Federal regulated areas. Since one of my traveling policies is to try things I can't have at home, this was on top of our list. And then there was Chef Andre Rochat's namesake restaurant whose menu has not one but two foie gras dishes. Pardon my inexperienced palette, this would only count as my second try of this now California-banned delicacy. As my cousin and I's first go was a seared foie gras with apple (this in a SF neighborhood French restaurant prior to the ban), we opted for the Andre's chilled interpretation of how this slice of fat must be served. Drum roll please. Before the appetizers of escargot and foie gras arrived, we were given something with caviar and some bread. That bread was fantastic. On to the Foie Gras: I liked it, but we couldn't finish it, and we were two sharing one order. Lesson learned, our inexperienced palettes might have been happier with the pan-seared version than the pate we had. Nothing against the dish itself but just a matter of preference when consuming this kind of fat. The pate foie gras went well with the raspberry paste. As for the escargot, my cousin thought it was too garlicky, I thought it was fine. Oil was good for dipping bread and I think I made myself full from doing that. Main course. My cousin had the stuffed duck while I ordered the ribeye, medium rare. It was perfect. I didn't care for the stinky cheese they put a small amount of on top, but that's just me. Other than that, I was in meat heaven. Too bad we were in a rush to see Jabbawockeez so we had little time to enjoy the entire meal. I hope we didn't seem impolite by asking them to fire everything asap. The ribeye steak was awesome, don't get me wrong, but for the time crunch of eating, maybe I should have ordered the lobster which is easier to scarf down while trying to be all ladylike and poised. And the other regret is not being able to order their souffle of the day. Le Sigh! The disappointing thing about the whole Andre Rochat experience was the ambience of the place. It seemed dead and lackluster. But tell you what? The service more than made up for it. Firstly, we had reservations for 7:45PM but were running late. I called them at 7:40PM and asked if they could hold it for 10 minutes. They were very accommodating. Secondly, they didn't give us attitude for being asked to take our pictures (some restaurant staff are like that but not here!) And when they checked up on us it wasn't too frequent (I hate it when they're overly attentive - I want my fine dining meals relaxing and I don't want to feel like they just won't leave you alone) which is wonderful. **On the Restaurant Week Menu only** It was the last day of the Las Vegas Restaurant week but the event prix fixe menu didn't seem to be proportionate to the restaurant's current tasting menu so I didn't do that. You don't get to choose your appetizer or soup, you only get three choices for the main entree. I know there is a gap between how much they cost, but isn't that part of the restaurant week challenge to showcase what the restaurant has to offer at a more enticing price? I said nay to the one chicken, two fish trio offered as main courses, aside from not having an option for the appetizers.
(4)Trip C.
Andre's - apparently, quite the Las Vegas mainstay. While they are no longer housed in the cute little house off the Strip, they definitely remain a force to be reckoned with. Suck it up and wade through the casino floor of the Monte Carlo, repeating your own private mantra, "I will soon be transported to culinary nirvana. I will soon be transported to culinary nirvana. I will soon be transported to culinary nirvana." Once you see the double doors and step through, you've truly arrived. Not just arrived, but Arrived. Ushered to a lovely, quiet table, your experience begins. We were partnered with Lori (with a long-forgotten e) and she truly made the experience memorable. She was professional, courteous, personable, and yet, brutally honest (why would someone order salmon or tilapia? This was one of the tableside discussions, and it was hilarious). After deciding on a nice bottle of Montrachet, we placed our orders. First, the Escargots de Bourgogne (imported french snails, garlic-butter and herbs). The escargot arrived sizzling hot to the table and the server was nice enough to slide the bread basket over to my place, as he knew I would need a whole lot of bread to sop up the delicious, herb-laden buttery sauce. My biggest issue was in letting the plate cool a bit in order not to burn the heck out of my mouth. Anticipation - argh! Once the snails had cooled just a little, I dug in - delicious. Great herb combo and just enough garlic to make things interesting. I could have filled up on escargot and bread, but forced myself to moderate so that I could enjoy the rest of the meal. My tablemates ordered Pan Seared Duck Foie Gras with pistachio beignet, peach compote, black currant reduction (luscious!) and Beef Carpaccio with arugula, parmesan, espelette aïoli (amazing!) and were kind enough to share a bite. Woo hoo! Next, the Sauteed Green-Peppercorn Crusted Filet Of Beef with cognac cream sauce, anna potato, sautéed broccolini, medium rare. I really wanted to try the Lobster Thermidor that Andre's is known for, but couldn't justify the cost. Maybe next time. Perfectly cooked filet - seared just so on the outside and it was complemented wonderfully by the cognac cream sauce. I am not ashamed to admit that I ate every single bite (except the few that I gave away as tastes to my tablemates). The anna potato was lovely and the broccolini was nice, as well. But the star, by far, was the beef filet and sauce. Oh boy. To finish, the carrot cake souffle with cream cheese sauce. Their souffles must be ordered in advance, which is great for me as I am one who likes to look at the dessert menu first to plan my meal (often, appetizers are sacrificed for the greater good of ordering an amazing dessert). Andre's, somehow, took what is inherently a dense concoction and turned it into something light, airy, and amazingly creamy while retaining all the dense flavor of the original. Wow. Taste buds practically broke out into an aria after the first bite. All in all, one heck of an amazing meal. Highly, highly recommended.
(5)Willie L.
You can tell from my reviews that I'm all about the food. I rarely say anything about the atmosphere but Andre's at Monte Cristo is just such a beautiful restaurant. This was the last of our "Las Vegas French Tour" restaurants (after Mon Ami Gabi, Bouchon, L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon, Eiffel Tower Restaurant, Payard Patisserie & Bistro). Unfortunately, it was slightly disappointing. The food tasted great. The plating on the seared foie gras is beautiful. Yep, that word again. Service, of course, was impeccable. But on the whole, not worth the price of admission. Maybe 4.5 stars but not as good as it gets.
(4)Susan D.
I went here for my birthday. I got the vegetarian 5 course tasting menu, my BF and friend got the lobster Thermidor, and BF's sister got the rib eye steak. We also ordered escargot and the cheese appetizer. The Boys LOVED the lobster Thermidor (apparently they're wild lobsters and not farmed FYI), rib eye steak was delish, and I enjoyed the tasting menu (except for the 4th course which was some funky tofu thing). The cheese platter was okay, but escargot was great. The chocolate soufflé was mouth watering! And then for my birthday, they prepared a special dessert plate (go free!) for me. We also got complimentary bread and soup. FYI, the soup is cold. It must be a French thing... Service and ambiance was great (although right outside was a girl dancing in her thong in a stage). Bill for 4 people (without tip) came up to $400. Best dinner so far! P.S., Please don't order the foi gras. This food is prepared by shoving a tube down a bird's throat and force feeding him/her to make the liver fatty. This causes the bird to endure so much pain. Please don't order this paste.
(5)Luis M.
Very poor experience here. Went in for dinner on Saturday night around 6:45 pm. The place was still pretty empty with only a couple other tables being served. We had the misfortune of being placed with one the worst, rudest waiters I've ever experienced. To begin with, it took about 10 minutes before anyone even came over to hand us a menu. Then about another 10 minutes later or waiter decides to come over and introduce herself, as well as take our order. She was condescending and downright rude to the table next to us, so I wasn't expecting much when she actually came over. Never even asked us if we wanted anything to drink, and I had to ask her for a wine menu before ordering (this is supposed to be a Michelin rated restaurant - come on!) Finally we get our order in, and the food doesn't come out for 30 minutes! Not ONCE did our waiter come by during this time to check up on us or ask if I would like another glass of wine. Finally when the food does come out, they forgot to bring by our side order of brussels sprouts. Another 15 minutes go by, and by the time they do bring them out, we were already done with our meal. Was told by the server to just eat them and we wouldn't be charged. Of course we ended up being charged for them, even though we told the waiter we didn't want them because they took so long we had already finished our meal. And then the icing on the cake...after asking for my ID to charge the tab to our room at Bellagio (which was kind of weird in itself), our waiter takes a look at my ID and condescendingly says "gained some weight there didn't ya." I mean, again this is supposed to be a fine dining restaurant, who says that? I don't know the waiters name, but she really ruined what would otherwise have been a decent meal experience. If management is reading this, she's an older woman who acts like the customers are doing her a favor by dining in her presence. She served us around 6:45 on Saturday the 29th.
(1)Cassandra C.
The service was superb. The decor is tres chic! I love that there is this elegant, not HUGE (like everything else in Vegas) but perfectly quaint high quality restaurant in the middle of a Casino/Hotel! Our waiters were amazing - the provided us with extra attention - we never wanted or needed for anything - and the truffles they provide at the end of the dinner were AMAZING! Also - look for the Travelzoo - that is how we did it - sooooooooo worth it. The chocolate soufle'e is the bomb!
(5)Moto S.
I think I've finally found the place to smoke cigars in Vegas. Casa Fuente is overpriced (of course, what a surprise) the wicker furniture is torture after awhile, and when Rhumbar first opened it was nice, but the nightly hip hop DJ and young swagger crowd have killed it for me. After knowing about it for a year or so, I finally made it down to Andres to check out the cigar lounge. It's upstairs, it's cozy (15-20 people or so would be about the max I think), it's quiet, one big screen and nice comfy furniture. I was shown upstairs, got a seat, and within a few minutes I was being waited on. I had brought my own cigars to smoke, but I did have several drinks. One of their special drinks and some regular cocktails. For Vegas standards, I'd say the drinks were maybe even a little better than usual for the money. I stayed for a couple of hours or so. Watched the Sunday night football game, and even had some lobster corn bisque, which was really good. Let me put it this way, it's small, comfy, the fake fireplace is kinda nifty even, it's dark, and it's quiet, it's damn wonderful. I plan on making this my smoking place, only bad thing is I believe they don't open till 5 pm.
(5)Vince R.
Still love this place. On a Thursday night the place was packed! The Roquefort stuffed olives were still fantastic. I really like the way they serve martinis...
(5)B J.
1. Excellent service! Traditions of high class European.... they came through more than any other restaurant, for example, on small details like scraping crumbs off the table. 2. Most amazing food! -- lamb that is not overdone. I've never had it so "less-cooked" before. Not a huge fan of lamb, but it was amazing, and I appreciate how it was done correctly! -- chocolate soufflé. Fluffiest I've ever had in my life. A masterpiece. Funny how when it's just outrageously amazing, there's not much to say! I will be back for sure! Thanks! :)
(5)Holly C.
My 100th review! Glad it could be something special. And it's gonna be a long one. :) For my birthday dinner, I chose Andre's based on the good reviews from this site. Also because it was one of the few fine dining restaurants open in the dead zone that is the few days before Christmas. I'm all about tasting menus and I wasn't sure from the website if they had one, but they do. Yay! Five courses for $95 and seven courses for $125. They also have a wine pairing - the sommelier wine pairing is $90 for the five course tasting menu and $115 for the seven course tasting menu. The staff was fine with my husband getting the 5-course menu and with me getting the 7-course menu, which was nice. The amuse bouche was a small, two bite cup of cold carrot soup. Good, but nothing to rave about. They also served warm French bread with three flavors of butter: tomato, regular, and olive. The tomato butter was terrific, much to my surprise, and I think this is a great idea instead of bringing out of ton of different types of bread. Just put the flavor in the butter! First course was caviar with crème fraiche and asparagus granite (asparagus flavored ice). Served with tiny cumin flavored pancakes (there is a French word for these but I can't recall it). It was paired with a sparkling rosè. This was surprisingly tasty! The asparagus ice had a nice flavor to it. Second course was beef tongue salad with golden beets and a crepe stuffed with lentils all covered in a Dijon mustard sauce. It was paired with a viognier. Decent - the wine pairing was good but not my favorite course. A little bland. Third course was seared foie gras with apples and a crème anglaise paired with an ice wine. This course was so yummy! Typically crème anglaise is served on desserts but it went so well with the foie gras and gave it a great caramel flavor. Before the fourth course, we got a palate cleanser of mango sorbet in sparkling water and mint oil. Not bad but the mint was pretty overpowering. We got the next wine pairing but didn't dare sip it until we got some more food in our mouths. Wine and mint = bad. Fourth course was pork belly with truffles served over a custard with a truffle jus. It was paired with a sangiovese. The chef personally came by to shave the truffles, which was cool. This dish was extremely tasty. Just the right amount of truffle and paired well with the sangiovese. Fifth course was roast goose with crisp brussel sprout leaves and pistachios paired with a red blend. The inside was tender but the outside was kind of chewy. Sixth course was Boucheron cheese, a goat's milk cheese, with candied hazelnut and cinnamon honey paired with a late harvest zinfandel. The candied hazelnuts went perfect with the cheese. The final course was a chocolate crisp with raspberries paired with a port. This was ok. I like the crispiness of the dessert but I'm not a big fan of chocolate desserts. At the end of the meal, they brought out little candies - chocolate with peanut butter, chocolate with mint, some coconut thing I wouldn't touch (I hate coconut), more chocolate crisp, and a couple of tiny muffins/cookies. They wrote "Happy Birthday" on the plate in chocolate and put a lit candle in a strawberry, which was nice. We ordered some tea but that came out after we finished the tiny desserts. They serve Stash teas, which is alright, but nothing special. The lemon ginger tea we had was good with honey and lemon. The staff is not stuffy at all. They came by a lot to chat and joke around with us, which was fun. The chef came by another time to chat and see how we were enjoying the meal. It's definitely a good restaurant for those that are uncomfortable with extremely formal, deferential service where the servers keep their distance. Everything is served with a silver dome on top. Even if it doesn't fit on the plate, the servers will just kind of hold it over the dish until everyone is served and they are ready for the big reveal. Pretty funny and very old school. The first course took a while to come out, even after we got our wine pairing. But service was better timed after that. They were also a little slow with the check as we had long finished our tea and desserts before it came. The restrooms are up a fairly long flight of stairs but there is an elevator. There is also a lounge upstairs which would be nice to check out on a future visit. It was completely empty when we went. All in all a good experience. The servers and food were both great, but only a few dishes stood out. With special meals like these, I expect everything to be mind-blowingly tasty. High expectations, I know. But I'm definitely a fan so four stars it is!
(4)Judy D.
Service was fantastic. As compliments of the chef, you get a little duck and foie gras to start. Don't be afraid to try it! It's delicious. We ordered the caesar salad to start which was incredible! For the entrees, we had the potato crusted sea bass and the scallops. the seas bass didn't have much flavor but the black truffle noodles served on the side helped. The scallops were incredible! A little overpriced but we felt like spoiling ourselves. :)
(4)Judas P.
We snacked at the bar and had a few drinks for happy hour. It was amazing and a great deal. I recommend the stuffed dates and the steak frites. The bartender was helpful and friendly. I would have never known about this gem if it were not for a random happy hour search, and now I definitely plan on returning and trying their full menu.
(5)Tina C.
One of the best dining experiences in Vegas tucked away in a corner near the entrance from the strip adjacent to Dragon Noodle. Andre's is a high end, traditional French restaurant! My accomplice and me booked for a 5:30pm reservation which we later moved to 6:30pm since we were running late. We also used a $50 Monte Carlo dining voucher we had received from playing too many hours of MyVegas on Facebook. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the host and led for a quick walk straight and to the right of the bar. There are stairs that leads to the cigar room upstairs and the lobby of the restaurant has a small bar that seems to cater to a more upscale, older crowd. Host opened a set of fancy doors and we walked into a small room that fits no more than 25 tables (probably less) and 1 table of Chinese patrons who stared at us from head to toe. We sat in a comfortable booth with a high back clearance. Host Ricardo Hernandez and staff stopped by to greet us. Waiter handed us two menus and an ipad that contained a wine list and the Spring Tasting Menu. Seeing that we wanted to try a bit of everything, we opted for the Spring Tasting Menu ($100 for 5 courses). Guests also have options for a 7 course at $125 per person or $180 with wine pairing (5 courses) and $220 with wine pairing (7 courses). We ordered and/or received the following: -Duck Foie Gras Mouse (Chef's Complements): I thought I was eating dessert. Loved it. -Beef Carpacchio: I didn't have this since my accomplice did. Accomplice said it was very rich, the argula was fresh. Colors and plating were vibrant. -Chilled White Asparagus Soup: Very smooth. Not too salty. -Stuffed Piquillo Pepper: I was hesitant to order this, but I didn't like the other items that were in this course section. Item came out very smooth and the pepper was well blended. -Seared Jumbo Sea Scallops: Note that it's actual a scallop (not scallops). Loved the juicy fava beans. Seafood was very fresh. -Pan Seared Duck Breast & Duck Sausages: Some of the best French cooked duck breast and sausages I've ever had. Meat was soft and tender and the rissole of potatoes were mini and so fun to eat. Poor duckies. -Palate Cleanser (in the form of a carmelized orange, Chef's Complements) -Cinnamon Layer Cake: Loved the chocolate honeycomb with vanilla ice cream. The chocolate was rich and favorable. -Grand Marnier Souffle: Better than the layer cake. Hot and so soft! Melted in my mouth. -Powdered Chocolate Balls (Chef's Complements, 4 Balls of Various Flavors such as Dark, White, Regular). One look at the silverware/China and I knew it was the good stuff. Alberto Pinto good (designer of China and his dessert plates go for around $200-$300 a piece). I did have to wait for my water to be refilled a few times, but other than that it was wonderful and attentive! The sommelier was an expert at the restaurant's long hard to beat wine list and the waiters and hosts knew the food well. Overall, I had a fabulous time and would come back again. If you want a more romantic experience, get to the restaurant before 7:30pm. At around 7:30pm the crowd picked up and the noise in the room got a lot louder especially since the restaurant has no opening to the outside (minus the door that shuts) and no windows. For the first half hour, it felt like private fine dining and a break from the overcrowded and noise of Vegas on a Saturday night. The dining room was beautiful and stunning. I ended up having a late night snack afterwards, but hey it's French food and you never get full. While I didn't see a dress code posted, this is definitely a business casual and up place. I saw several elderly ladies donning high end jewelry and expensive purses. Reminds me of The Great Gatsby.
(4)Lee Ann M.
My hubby and I decided to celebrate our wedding anniversary at Andre's after reading a great amount of rave reviews about this restaurant. What also had us interested was the fact that this restaurant received the AAA 4 Diamond award, had been recognized by the Michelin Guide with one star rating, and is nominated as Las Vegas' "Most Romantic Restaurant"; perfect way to celebrate your wedding anniversary? We thought it would be. Guess we thought wrong. Maybe the problem was that we used a Travel Zoo offer? We honestly didn't think using a Travel Zoo offer would have caused such a bad experience as these offers are solicited to Travel Zoo by the vendors on there and not the other way around. So in that retrospect, we didn't think that by showing up and using a Travel Zoo voucher, we would be treated as if we had the plague. Our suggestion to Andre's is that if you don't want your customers using a Travel Zoo voucher, please stop asking Travel Zoo to post them...problem solved. We by no means, have any complaints about the taste of the food, rather we are disappointed in the way they were presented to us. When you are first seated, they will give you the "Special" Travel Zoo menu for you to choose off of. Initially, that didn't seem like a problem until later when our food started to arrive. More on that later. So my hubby ordered the french onion soup with Swiss emmental and Gruyere au gratin to start and I had the lobster and corn bisque with sweet corn cake. The taste of both were good, not awesomely mind blowing, but good. The lobster bisque could have incorporated more bits of lobster in it as it lacked in flavor. But other than that, both soups were seasoned well and arrived hot. This is where we started to notice that we were "different". When looking over at the table across from us, my hubby noticed that unlike myself, their lobster bisque was poured into their soup bowl table side by our waiter. They all ordered from the tasting menu as well so it was kind of awkward that we had not received the same service. We shrugged it off and awaited our next course to arrive. Aside from our set Travel Zoo menu, we decided to order the pan-seared duck foie gras. The foie gras was smooth, delicate, and full of flavor. The poached pears that accompanied it, complimented well and the mixture of sweet and savory danced harmoniously in our mouths. Each bite was heavenly and to die for. The foie gras was the highlight of our meal. Encouraged by this, we looked forward to our next course. But to our disappointment, yet another issue arises and replaced all of the divine flavors we just had in our mouths with a bitter taste. For some reason, we were not offered the palate cleanser (pineapple sorbet) before our next course, unlike the table across from us. At this point, we really started to get irritated with the discriminative service we were receiving from our waiter. So on to the second course. My hubby ordered the Hoisin-glazed duck breast with butternut squash semolina, almonds, currants and duck leg cannelloni and I ate the Scottish salmon with saffron and shellfish emulsion and lobster ravioli. Both entrees were delicious and we thoroughly enjoyed them. For dessert we ordered the chocolate souffle and banana ice cream profiteroles with warm chocolate sauce. We enjoyed them both but liked the chocolate souffle over the profiteroles as the banana ice cream tasted more of vanilla than banana's. The chocolate souffle arrived in perfect form and was very delicious. The service at Andre's, if using a Travel Zoo voucher (it seemed) is one to be less desired of. They do a good job of reminding you, that you are a lesser paying customer from the others. From the time you check in with the hostess, she asks you to present to her your Travel Zoo voucher. Then when seated, your waiter just rubs that in as well. We noticed that the other table that were being serviced by our waiter was get exceptional service while he left us out in the dark and only came by when he needed to. Our server assistants on the other hand, did a tremendous job and we were impressed and thankful for their service. They treated us well and made us feel the way a customer should feel. Our waiter brought a complimentary medley of truffles for our anniversary and basically just dropped it off. No anniversary well wishes or anything. However, our server assistant noticed the truffles and congratulated us along with making some small chat as well. We thought he deserved to be a waiter over ours. As a side note, we did not complain or do anything to deserve the service we did that night. We just smiled and acted cordially despite the short comings of the service. At no given time were we rude, thus, we expected to be treated the same way in return. Will we ever return, probably not. We were planning to without a Travel Zoo offer, if this didn't happen.
(2)Heather H.
Restaurant Week Menu Only. This place offers traditional French cuisine in a beautiful setting. The restaurant itself is stunning and one of the most beautiful restaurants I have ever eaten in. Once you step inside, you forget you're in a casino. Love the decor and ambience. I find French food to be a little heavy for my taste. I am just not in to rich food. I have eaten here once before and was pretty underwhelmed. When I had to go to Andres for a work dinner, I was glad it was during Restaurant Week because I'd scoped out the RW menu online and thought it sounded good (yeah, I have a serious obsession with food). Course 1 - Started with an amuse bouche. Like cold chicken broth. Nothing exciting. Course 2 - Heirloom Tomato Salad. Excellent! I love tomatoes and the burrata cheese was delicious. Course 3 - Artichoke Soup - This was good, but like most French food, I thought this was waaayyy too creamy and rich. Course 4 - You get a choice of entree and I went with the seared pork belly. Awesome. Melt-in-your-mouth pork with a nice crust of fat. The best part of my meal. Course 5 - Grilled White Peach - I was so stuffed that I only had a bite. It was good, but not great. I also tried the summer truffle risotto and Potatoes au gratin which were ordered for the whole table. Loved the potatoes, although they were incredibly rich, but the risotto was just okay. Apparently, everyone else at the table loved the risotto because they chowed. All in all, service was excellent and food was good not great. I prefer Comme Ca, because it offers a creative new take on French food. This is a great spot if you like traditional French cuisine. For me, I was glad my boss was picking up the tab. Aside from RW menu, the prices were redonculous.
(4)Minerva L.
i had my hopes up..the only thing that was awesome was the things i didnt mean to oder..like the amuse bouche..and the other palette cleansers.. i had the soup, scallop, risotto, tofu, and chocolate dessert..out of the 5 course meal i like the scallop the most..i didn't know u can swap out items for the 5 course..if i had known i would of choosen something else..the server didn't mention it..nor did he mention i can choose another flavor for souffle..o well.. the duck was tasted...and the cheesecake was really good..both which i didn't order.. though it was nice they gave an anniversary dessert..but that's about it..
(3)Eric W.
If you can get beyond the price, Andre's is a very nice high-end restaurant. But if you factor in price, I was disappointed in Andre's. It did offer a tasting flight of cognac that my wife wanted. It also gave her a very good plate of scallops. I had the salmon which wasn't bad but I've actually made better myself at home. It was completely underwhelming. The wait staff was attentive but a little pushy. For the price, I'd have been happier going elsewhere. I will likely be back because my wife enjoyed the experience and I don't mind spending a little extra when in Vegas. But I will order something other than the salmon.
(3)Nancy F.
This is my favorite restaurant in Las Vegas. We always order the chefs tasting menu. It's expensive, but worth it since it's not a spot you eat at every night. High class decor and fine dining. Lobster bisque Fois gras appetizer Tuna sashimi Rib eye Rack of lamb Cod All soo good and melt in your mouth. Each dish comes out on a silver platter and the servers synchronize when they put napkins on your lap. Dessert is always a delight because they roll out a tray of petit fours. Super fancy, expensive and delicious.
(5)Glen G.
Vegas...that means titties, gambling...and foie. Real bros love their foie, yeah. I tell you, I'd be a happy man if you would take me to a place where I could enjoy some seared foie while yelling PAI GOWWWW at some topless dealer. But until then any french restaurant in Vegas will have to do. Tried the 7 course tasting menu for $115. Unfortunately, the seared foie here was overwhelmed by the sweetness of the caramelized apple and creme and port reduction. The lobster sausage wasn't interesting and reminded us of the chinatown fish cakes. The veal cheek was the highlight of the meal as well as the souffle dessert. Duck wasn't bad either. They do make a tasty Manhattan though. My friend had the foie martini which was more like a foie shake...tasty at first and worth a try if you like foie but you really need to down this and not sip it as it doesn't sit well. Service was exemplary and thanks for replacing my bread bucket a couple times while I made excuses about carbing up before the RnR marathon. Not the hippest place on the strip, but nice, elegant, old school feel dining area and cigar room upstairs. Definitely an OK place...I'd come back maybe for an entree or something, but hey, just go with the flow in Vegas.
(3)Aivy C.
I actually had quite a pleasant experience here; this lounge almost feels out of place in the part of the Monte Carlo that it was in (waaaaaay on the end, easy to miss if you come through the lobby). This review will be for the bar only, since that's basically as far as I got (I ran the Rock n' Roll earlier that day and had therefore been drinking since noon; don't judge me). Can't go wrong with 2 for 1 specialty cocktails! We ordered a sweet tea cocktail and a Godiva chocolate cocktail, and both were extremely strong. Next time I'd like to try the bar menu and maybe smoke a cigar in one of the upstairs rooms. Extra star for the bartender, she was fun to talk to and dished out some useful info ;)
(5)Christine B.
We dined here on a travelzoo deal that was a great deal. We got three courses for $100 bucks total. I thought it was a great deal and what is nice about Andre's is that it's kind of hidden. The actual restaurant is a very small room with no windows. Unlike most of the restaurants here that are massive, Adnre's can sit maybe 30 people max at one time which is nice because the place is very quiet and intimate. The décor is gorgeous. The servers are top notch and everything is served with a metal cover on the plates. It is very French, very nice, and very formal. Please don't wear jeans and a t shirt here and ruin a fine dining experience for the rest of us. Lobster bisque was great, Seabass was perfect, and the truffle pasta was amazing. Everything we ate was bursting with flavor. My husband had the roast chicken and said it was the best he had ever tasted. Excellent experience!
(5)Jessica S.
By far the most elegant and expensive place I've ever eaten at. We made reservations for a Wednesday night, but found that there was no need for it. There is a dress code, but I noticed a family walk in with jeans an a sweater but they still sat them anyway. Pretty good service, but you expect that at a place like this. In my opinion though, it felt a little overbearing. I couldn't figure out who exactly was our server. There was a different person for each task; wine order, food order, drink order..a different person who brought us water, our food, dessert, etc. As far as the food, incredible. As an appetizer, I got the Lobster Bisque soup. It was smooth and sweet, perfect! For the entree, I got the vegetable medley and my husband got the Duck. Both very delicious dishes, I had nothing bad to say about either one. Nothing felt like it was undercooked or overcooked. For dessert, I got the Banana Foster Souffle. It was my first time ever having a souffle, and as far as souffles go, the bar is set pretty high. Overall, I enjoyed my experience here. When coming here though, expect to spend over $100 on a 3-course meal for 2.
(5)Jamie M.
We decided to come here over the weekend as a change of pace from the typical Las Vegas buffet. After our dinner, I have to say that I am very impressed. The staff is very knowledgeable and in general was excellent. We started off with the Escargots, and for the first time having it, they were really good. The combination of the flavors blended well and the escargots were not too rubbery or hard. The only problem with it was that it was really not, and I nearly burned my tongue. I had the Colorado Rack of Lamb and I think I'm willing to say that it was the best rack of lamb I've ever had. The tenderness and juiciness of the lamb was just perfect. It was very difficult for me to resist grabbing the rack with my hand and gnawing on the meat as if I was eating at home. Tucked underneath the rack of lamb was curried risotto w/goat cheese. It was a very interesting combo and loved how there was a slight kick of spiciness as an aftertaste to the risotto. For someone who wants a change of pace to cheap eats or Las Vegas buffets, Andre's is definitely a place to go check out. If price is a worry, it might not be your first choice. However, we all deserve to feel like a baller here and there, so spoil yourself a little bit!.
(5)Dale S.
Quite possibly the best meal I have ever had. Everything was a five-star.....Food, drink, service, etc.....
(5)Mike L.
Proper Lounge! Fantastic experience!! We came if for a whiskey tasting event. The staff is VERY professional and friendly. The cigar selection is excellent and the prices are reasonable for the environment. I highly recommend that you check this place out.
(4)Darren S.
Nice cigar lounge. Very good selections of spirits. And cigar selection is small and pricey. Nice quiet place to relax.
(3)Candice B.
Don't go as a group earlier than 7:30. We arrived at 6:45 as a group of three, and it was awkwardly hushed and romantic. However, if that's the scene you're looking for, it was lovely. I think that maybe it's better for couples than groups. The decor and styling can't be faulted. We had two foodies and one non-foodie/food-fearful person in our group. Andre's was a great way to introduce him to fine French food. The courses were nicely paced. Normally, we only order one course at a time, to prevent the kitchen from turning dishes out too quickly. Our server at Andre's politely asked if we could order all courses at the start of the meal to help the kitchen prep, and then just inform him when we would like them fired. The iPad wine list was interesting, but not working great when we used it. However, it really broke up the wines nicely to help with the selection process. Our apps included Cesar salad (don't judge...), escargot, and fois two ways. Treatment of the fois was very nice, though I found the fruit compote a bit too cloyingly sweet and would have liked a bit more acid to liven up the richness of the seared fois. The escargots were very nice. Entrees included the hoisin duck, venison rack, and lobster thermidor. My husband loved the lobster, but again, I thought it was just rich without a lot of complexity. He voiciferously disagrees. Our non-foodie friend was really impressed with the hoisin duck. We all split the nutella souffle for dessert, and I loved that it wasn't too sweet. Overall, I was very impressed with the quality of the meal. It was elegant and very professionally served. I would absolutely go back. If I were to go as a group, I would probably make a later reservation. I think I would also be very likely to sit at the bar right outside so that I could people-watch while enjoying the full menu.
(4)Pascal P.
I went to Andres for new years dinner. It was a prix fixe menu for $175. When we were being escorted to our table we took an elevator where the hostess dropped us off downstairs and then met us at the elevator door on the second floor. The food was amazing. My boyfriend had all seafood where as I went for the veal and lamb. I understand why it is voted #1 restaurant in vegas!
(5)Jane T.
Special occasion dining experience without feeling pretentious. Although Andre's has a recommended business casual dress code, some diners came in jeans and t-shirts. Tucked in back end of Monte Carlo Casino, the hostess leads you into an ornately decorated room behind two doors. The service and food did not disappoint. Each item was presented and revealed underneath a golden dome plate cover which added to the magical meal. Voila...yummy potato crusted sea bass while my husband had the duck breast with lobster tail added. The three course $99 pre-fix menu for two from Travelzoo was an excellent deal.
(4)Patty A.
I really loved this "tucked away" very private, delicious restaurant. The service was exceptional and the food, well, over the top. It's my new favorite.
(5)Maryana S.
Amazing restaurant! Great good, ambience and service. I recommend everyone try it at least once, you will not be disappointed. Escargot is a must!
(5)Jin Y.
This a review based on the a la carte menu. We called in advance to ask if there are vegetarian dishes, as one of our friends is vegetarian. They said yes. We asked if it was possible if 3 out of 4 people can do the tasting menu since one friend is vegetarian. They said it depends on the Maitre d. We decided to go for it since all the reviews were so great. When we got there, we were greeted by an awesome staff. However, they did not have anything vegetarian on their menu except some salads and the cheese plate (no vegetarian entrees). However, they wanted to accommodate us so they said they could create something on the spot. YAY! They said they could make risotto, which my friend was extremely happy about. Then, our server came back and said no risotto, just pasta primavera. Friend was disappointed. We asked about the tasting menu but they told us no can do. The chef does not like it when the whole table does not participate because one person will just nurse one dish the whole night. I guess it's understandable. We all ordered our dishes a la carte. I had the french onion soup (light and good) the spinach salad (good, though I could have had it without the raw onions) the duck for entree (it looked like duck burrito and sliced duck..pics posted) and for dessert, the grand marnier souffle (it was okay..but by that time i was too full to enjoy it). I also had some good red wine to accompany my meal. I thought the meal was pretty good. However, I still wish I could have experienced the full "glory" of Andre's.
(4)Mike L.
Blah, I don't see what the hype is about this restaurant. The food is tasty, and the service is adequate, but falls well short of the quality you expect from a Michelin Star quality restaurant. Comparing Andre's to Restaurant Guy Savoy, it simply does not measure up. If you are in Vegas, take a pass on Andre's and just go to Restaurant Guy Savoy. Order the Guy Savoy Signature and have an awesome dining experience. You are spending an incredible amount of money, so you should get an experience that matches the price.
(3)Richard S.
Great experience! Private, intimate. Appetizer was three tiny portions. One piece of shrimp, which was delicious. The foie gras was out of this world amazing. That was my first time eating foie gras. I was concerned that it might be too strong, gross, and fatty tasting. Wow! I was amazed. Loved it, loved it, loved it! Spinach salad was really good. Had huge chunks of bacon that reminded me of beef jerky. Came in a flaky, edible bowl. For main course I had a sautéed green peppercorn crusted filet of beef. Accompanied by a cream sauce and some sort of potatoes. Really good. Flavorful and tender. Yummy! Wait staff was friendly and attentive. I would definitely return.
(4)Steve W.
Intimate, refined, appropriately snooty This small French eatery is splashed in muted ocean tones; it boasts sea-foam blues and notes of sandy earth. Lovely chandeliers hang overhead with skirts of crystal beads while relaxed instrumentals serenade the room in a hushed manner, much like the decor. We had a very nice head waiter and his supporting crew were great too. The service was attentive and efficient without being uncomfortable. The Ipads they use for cocktails and wine are utterly pointless, and seem to be there for the sake of show. You cannot order from them, so they are nothing more than a gimmicky way to ornament the dining experience. This contrasts the decor and overall vibe of Andre's, and is more of a distraction than a functional addition to dinner. While everything we ordered was delicious, I found only one exceptional dish: Braised Veal Cheeks - Done in a very classic manner, these delicate pieces of protein were braised in a rich red wine reduction, and served with polenta. The texture and flavor of the veal were both immaculate, and well balanced with the reduction. I felt like I was biting into the essence of satin, a calm breeze, an afternoon nap, and meat. It doesn't get any better than these veal cheeks The lowest point was the amuse-bouche: Vicchissoise w/ truffle cream - This little shot glass of disappointment tasted like chicken stock with a cream. I tried very hard to appreciate the subtlety of this small bite, but just couldn't find anything of substance to embrace. The cocktails are fantastic and there are tons of creative concoctions to choose from (Foie Gras in your drink anyone?) While very good, I don't intend on returning to Andre's for anything besides the veal cheeks. Those alone are worth the visit.
(4)Monica C.
Good food, great service. My only complaint is they added a charitable donation to our check without us noticing.....didn't like this.
(4)J G.
My wife and I ate dinner here on a Saturday night. I do not understand why Vegas "high end" restaurants post dress codes and do not enforce them. The overall experience was a little disappointing and forgettable. There must have been 4 different people waiting on us, never did figure out who "our" server was. Lighting was so low it was hard to see the food, which was probably because they undercooked both of our steaks by quite a but. The bar prices (for Scotch and Cognac) are extremely high compared to other high end bars. Two stars because at these prices everything should be perfect. The Circus Circus steak house is much better quality wise and a bit cheaper, Hugo's Cellar is little better quality wise but about 1/2 the price.
(2)jason w.
Nothing fancy except the prices. My food was kind of gross too. Gf seemed to like it so I am giving this place an extra star otherwise they would have gotten a one.
(2)Aisa C.
Food tasted good but service was not. This is our fourth time in Vegas and we were meeting our friends from halfway around the world so we decided to treat ourselves to a nice dinner here. From researching online we saw that Andre's had great reviews as well it was located in the hotel we were staying at. Since our friends could not understand english we asked the waitress if she could be patient with us first and foremost and if she could slowly explain some of the dishes they were interested in. She gave us a weird look and then explained pretty quickly using "food language" that people weren't normally associated with hearing esp those still learning english. OKAYYY.... Anyways we ordered the Lobster Bisque Prime Angus Ribeye Rack of Colorado Lamb Celery Root & Truffle Risotto and 1 Banana Caramel & 1 Chocolate Souffle and everything was very very delicious! Here is a tip, the main dish is just enough for a person so order that but if there is anything you want to try, order it and share with your friends. The presentation was amazing and the person bringing the food was super nice and informative. So really everything was great except our waitress. I expected better service from Andre's. I remember telling my friends that the restaurant was very well known and though the dishes were excellent, the service was a bit embarrassing. It seems from the other reviews they liked the service, maybe mine was having a bad day. :(
(4)Julia E.
Classic Vegas restaurant. Completely redone interior, don't miss this one! Foie gras is perfection with sweet pears.
(5)Cynthia C.
Highly overlooked restaurant and horribly located at the Monte Carlo. Andre's has been on my radar for about 4 years now, but I never made it over to MC or to the now closed Downtown location. Some of it was due in part to a lackluster experience at Alize, another Andre venture. I'm excited and happy to say that the experience we had this past trip made me grin and giddy inside. As always, I went online and scoured the website's menu. From past research I knew Andre's offered an off-menu Tasting Menu, any number of courses, basically whatever you can dream up, the Chef will make it happen. A week prior to the trip I emailed Andre's and mentioned the 'must haves' for the evening: -Vitello Tonnato, thinly sliced veal loin, albacore tuna, parmesan cheese, very interesting, unexpected flavor of anchovy. -Blackened Bison Carpaccio, parmesan basket, pickled crimini mushrooms, arugula pesto, the mound of pesto worked perfectly with the bison and I especially enjoyed the puff pastry textural contrast. -Pan-Seared Cold Water Sablefish, miso glaze, caramelized endive, black forbidden rice, basil infused olive oil, learned that this fish is a notch above black cod, beautiful fish and lightly scented with the miso glaze. Superb dish. -Maine Lobster Thermidor, white Mushrooms, tarragon dijon mustard cream sauce, a Andre classic, big thumbs down for me, but the bf enjoyed it, really heavy, the lobster would have been great without being smothered in the creamy mess. -Fig Stuffed Quail, prosciutto wrapped, Roquefort risotto, vincotto, excellent representation of the bird. Perfectly cooked. -Braised Veal Ossobuco Comesquis, risotto milanese, gremolata crust, natural jus, so comforting, robust flavors, but at the same time refined. -Pan Seared Cervana Venison, green asparagus, fingerling potatoes, pomegranate reduction, what a hunk of meat, luscious and delicious to my lips. The rest was at the leisure and discretion of Chef Greg: -Golden Ossetra Caviar,traditional accompaniments, we were offered the last 2 ounces in the restaurant, we went with an ounce, could have EASILY consumed two. Deliciously satisfying, a FANTASTIC way to start a meal. -Chilled Australian Lobster, mango wrapped tail, curried creme fraiche, papaya-serrano pepper salad, from the description on the general menu, I was expecting a dull cold shell-on lobster claw, but the presentation was gorgeous, petite and decidedly unique in flavor profiles. Chef makes his own 'fruit roll-up' to wrap around the lobster. One of the favorites for the evening. -Pan-Seared Foie Gras, caramelized apple, five-spice creme anglaise, port wine reduction, the lightest representation of foie, the richness was expertly cut w/a well thought out contrasting ingredients. -Free-Range Chicken Seared foie gras, tomato, cauliflower croquette, roasted chicken jus, OMG, BEST chicken EVER. I never would have picked this, b/c I try to stay away from chicken in restos, but this was so flavorful, so juicy, I wanted to save some in my cheeks for later. Desserts: There was a trio, which I don't remember, but captured by a photo and a lovely vanilla/choc souffle, perfect sugar dusted crust. The Sommelier is Italian and quite gregarious in nature. Thoroughly enjoyed all his selections to pair with our 14-course journey. Warning for the lightweights: pours are GENEROUS. All the elements Chef Greg lovingly prepared on each dish worked harmoniously together. Wonderful sauces graced each dish and married well with the centerpiece of the course. Old favorites that are staples of fine dining were presented in ways that were innovative. Chef Greg brings a youthful vibrancy to French food in LV. His passion was evident during his numerous visits to see how we were enjoying the meal and at the end of the meal he sat down at our booth to shoot the breeze for a good ten minutes. Make time for this meal, it took us FOUR hours. Extras: Menu is printed with the name of the guest who made the reservation. Love to have a reference point during the evening. Got a tour of the kitchen and met Chef Greg's newest recruit from Nobu LV. With a gorgeous remodelled interior, the established resto has taken a new culinary vision and is better for it!!! This dining experience at Andre's ranks as Number TWO on my Vegas Short List.
(5)Kevin L.
small and elegant restaurant good service kumamoto oysters with osetra caviar (gave me 9 instead of 6, that was great!) seared foie gras with carmelized apple and fresh sliced apples on creme anglaise had a bit too many sweet elements. bison carpaccio was just ok wrapped around watercrest and had a aioli... nicholas freuitte champagne. tolikaj wine matched well with foie overall good experience by myself. the presentation was not as "fancy" as I thought it would be.
(3)Angel N.
My love love Jackie took me here for my 23rd bday :) We ordered the scallop appetizer & foie gras. They're both super yummy! For my entree, I ordered the RIbeye w blue cheese topping n it was also super yummy! The souflees were also delicious. :) I honestly think this place makes the best foie gras everrrrrrrrrrrrrr!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Writing this review makes me miss her n wish we could come back here one day for another lovely dinner.
(5)Darika S.
We started with warm sliced baguette with 3 different spreads, soft butter, olive spread and a tomato spread. I ordered the smoked artichoke soup with king crab and my husband had the french onion soup. The artichoke soup was smooth hot and the flavors blended very well. The french onion was good as well, but the artichoke was better. I had the tuna with coleslaw. Seared rare, like sashimi but I loved it! Husband ordered the filet of beef which was wonderful with a hollandaise type of sauce which could've been skipped, the beef didn't need any sauce. It came with potato mashed like wedges and a fried artichoke. For drinks I didn't the 2 for 1 martini, both appletinis which weren't overly sweetened. Service was fantastic, food came in silver platters. Only taking one star away due to sauce on steak and not the best tuna steak, but it was still tasty. Apps were between $10 and $15, entrees were between $30 (vegetarian) and $75 (lobster tails).
(4)Sal M.
I tried this restaurant a few months back on my last visit of Las Vegas,and i had a great time here. The staff is very polite and attentive,they sat us with no problems,and a few of our friends showed up after we were seated, and with out a word, sat our extra guests. I tried their 2 for 1 drinks on the house Vodka, and they were so good with cranberry. They use the vodka for martini's, but they did not mind mixing the Vodka with our choice. I tried their pre-fix and i admit, the meal was just wonderful, from the soup to the desert, i only wish i could remember the actual meal names, but they do not come to mind, but i really do know i enjoyed every minute of it. I hope to enjoy this restaurant again the next time i find myself in Las Vegas. It is so worth it. Hope you find the time to try it for yourself when in the area. Takecare!
(5)Kate L.
My husband and I went to this place the weekend we got engaged. I had been drooling over the menu for a month and the food was incredible. The foie gras here was so delicious it made me almost get over my animal-cruelty induced guilt, but the star of the show was the beet salad. Beets were roasted to perfection and the vinagrette was the perfect compliment to the addition of some very sage-y sausage. The only negative was the atmosphere. It is RIGHT off the casino floor in the Monte Carlo, so it does not feel very far removed from the hordes of 80 year old ladies in t-shirts and visors playing slots. We also sat at a table that was too large to really feel intimate for date night. With a large group this place would be great!
(4)Gramercy Girl G.
Trying new restaurants is a hobby of mine, if you couldn't tell. While doing research for this Vegas trip, I came across Andre's in the Monte Carlo. It's Michelin rated, the menu looked great and the location was perfect. After a few long days in Vegas, staying in the hotel on our last night was a great option. When you cross the casino floor to get to Andre's, you wonder if the noise from the party pit will be bothersome, that is, until the hostess opens the doors to the dining room. This was a really impressive room, it's dark and sexy in browns and blues with touches of purples and grays. High banquettes line one wall with tables around the room. We were seated in a banquette and conversations around us were so muted that if we didn't see the staff attending to other tables, we would have thought we were alone. The room left us with quite the first impression. The music was great too, I think I knew every song, but I've been told I'm somewhat of a music savant. Ross, our waiter told us that Chef Andre also owns Alize at the top of the Palms. He used to own a free standing restaurant, also called Andre's, downtown for almost 30 years, but that recently closed. The extensive, mostly French wine list and cocktail menu are presented on an ipad. I went with a Willy Nilly, how can a drink with that name be bad? It was delicious. Gramercy Guy had the Bloody O Cosmo, mine was better. After determining that we'd both go fish, the sommelier helped us pick out a nice bottle of white. Dinner started with an amuse bouche of frois gras in the shape of a club. For me, it was the perfect creaminess and gaminess that I like. Best part was it did get me excited for the meal to come, my bouche was amused. The service was exceptional and the food was superb, our only problem was we had a late lunch and then our new friends from Seattle and Puxatony, PA brought us In-N-Out Burger which is my fast food kryptonite so we couldn't eat most of our dinner. Ross even asked politely if everything was ok with our meal and we told him about the late lunch. I'm not sure he believed us. Enough people know about Andre's, so it can't be classified as a hidden gem, but I will tell you that I think it's a MUST. For pictures and more reviews gramercygirl.com
(5)Lucia M.
A+++++++++++++++++++ So so so good! One of my tricks took me here and we dropped $400+ on the best meal I've ever had. Service is amazing, fine dining etiquette is... encouraged. Français would be a plus. I got.. Foie Gras, Escargot, risotto with truffle and Veal Loin all of which were mind-blowingly good. ABSOLUTELY go here if you can afford it, and it ain't trickin if ya got it. TransFriendly- Nothing matters when you're rich.
(5)Sandy N.
omg, did I come on an off night? The food was mediocre. The scallops were overcooked and sour tasting. The pork belly was poorly cooked, the bottoms tasted like pork jerky which I almost choked on. had to try this place one, and now I know why there were only 6 people eating there that night...
(1)Tricia M.
Ah a restaurant I forgot to review during restaurant week! My husband and I had a show at the Pub we were attending, and it was restaurant week. At the last minute before we went to the show, we decided to make a reservation and try yet another Michelin Star restaurant. And, like some of the other Michelin Star restaurants I have been to in Las Vegas, this was a bit of a disappointment for me. I just don't think the food warrants the prices they charge, even for restaurant week. We also got the wine pairings, and I was annoyed they poured barely a sip of each wine. For appetizer: I had the Seared Diver Scallop (yes one scallop). It was good, and it had some caviar that was tasty on top. I just wished there was at least two or three scallops on the plate. My husband had the french onion soup and he thought it was delicious, but he enjoys the Mon Ami Gabi version more. Main Course: I had the free range chicken, husband had the fillet of beef. I found the chicken to be fairly lackluster, and I feel like I've had better. If you've read Candace's review of Alize in the Palms of the chicken there, this is practically the same dish. I didn't really want to finish it, but my husband liked it. His fillet was okay, but we've had better at other restaurants, such as Stripsteak. As I said, this is a Michelin Star restaurant so I expected much better. Desert: I had the souffle of the day, a raspberry souffle with chambord sauce. This was good, but I haven't had desert souffles before to compare. I liked it mainly because it wasn't too sweet if you avoid the sauce. My blood sugar thanked me for this desert. My husband on the other hand had the creme brulee which was pretty delicious and well made. But I liked my less sweet souffle better. All in all this was an ok meal. But honestly, had it not been for restaurant week I wouldn't have gone here, and I wouldn't go here to pay for a regular meal. I want to mention the decor, because normally I feel ok in high end restaurants, except for this one. I felt completely out of place. Being in this restaurant was like being in a museum. And the service is good, but they had the food in metal covers, and had the waiter raise them at our table at the same time. I thought that was silly and it made me giggle because it was so pretentious.
(3)M W.
Good, absolutely decent and delicious, but not blow your mind amazing - at least not considering its international ratings and prices (which are completely acceptable if the meals met those standards, which in my opinion they do not). Mind you we were there for valentines day and they had a pre-set menu, and it was okay. Nothing was bad but nothing was remotely exceptional. It was good... Not great. Service was good, food was good, ambiance was actually great. One major negative for us was the lack of dress code enforcement... This is a huge pet-peeve of mine, but why have a dress code if you're not going to enforce it. There were literally people in jeans and t-shirts there. So disappointing. But I realize the slumming down of the country appears to apply everywhere and this is my own issue. I did not let this affect my rating. Like I said a solid "good" experience!
(3)Ismael C.
I came here for an anniversary dinner with my girlfriend: The service, food, and ambiance were impeccable. A meal I could not find a single complaint about, wow. The cocktails were nothing to scoff at either. Come with an empty stomach and a full wallet!
(5)Yen D.
Fantastic dining experience!!! Formal dining with a lot of frills. Food was amazing!!! Each dish was cooked to perfection. We ordered pan seared foie gras. It was to die for!!! Slightly cripsy on the outside. Soft, melt in your mouth on the inside. The rich duck taste lingers on your palate after you have finished your bite. There was a dish that wad referred to as sweet bread. Also very very delicious! They give you a small bite of sorbet to cleans your palate in between the courses. Lobster was the best I have ever had. Scallops were perfect. Steak wad a soft juicy medium. Venison was also perfect. We ordered the rocky road souffle which was also very tasty, but I rave the most about the foie gras. The entire dining experience was superb! My life is complete now that I have experienced French fine dining. :P Well worth the four $$$$.
(5)El Huron I.
I can't remember the details of what we had (was wasted by the end), but we had the Prix Fixe with paired wines each time. I felt that the value for the money was right on. Everything was made to perfection, and the wine pairings were creative. I especially liked the pear liqueur at the the end. My friend raved about it to the waiter, and was rewarded with a second pouring. That was the end of his sobriety. The location is unusual, as it's right off the dated gaming floor, in the bowels of the Monte Carlo. BUT, walk in and you will be transported immediately to class and pampering. I sent other people over there, and they too came away with the same impression: Fantastic experience. Sound value. Would do again. Of course, there is a dress code.... "Our dress code is resort-evening casual. Jackets and ties are not required for gentlemen, however, jeans, jogging suites, shorts, tennis or sports-type shoes, T-shirts, tank-tops, etc., and any other inappropriately casual clothing is not acceptable. Similarly, ladies are expected to wear modest apparel. We do not set standards, just guidelines. We ask that, by your attire, you show respect for your fellow diners."
(5)Scott B.
We stayed at the Four Seasons for our 20th Anniversary (our female friends are happy for us, my male friends seem more intimidated by the number) and asked for the best french restaurant. We settled on Andre's in a city teeming with great french restaurants. Let's get this out of the way, it's expensive. Standard dinner for 2 with a nominally priced bottle of red: $300. Also, awkward location at the front of the hotel, the first location through the doors, across from a construction zone. But, walk through the doors, and you are transported (might be going to far here) to another (old) world. The service is spectacular. Every few minutes someone was pouring wine, water, providing bread, bringing food or checking on us. The room is small and quaint. You don't feel you are a cog in the french restaurant machine. The food was perfect. Foie gras served with cooked apple, perfect steak, fish and vegetables. My wife is difficult to please, very difficult, Lord knows I struggle daily to find a way, but she was happy, happy, happy.
(5)I S.
I decided to spend New Year Eve in Andre based on Yelp 4 star reviews even though some people did complain it's salty on fish or certain foods. After trying their New Year Eve tasting menu, it's very disappointing. None of the dishes made a lasting impression and the biggest problem was some of the dishes were way too salty. The main course was roasted chicken filled with foie gras. The sauce is way over salted that you can't taste foie gras or anything else inside. Same goes for sweet pea soup with king crab. The salt killed most flavors in the food. It was $185 tasting menu dinner with wine and tips, $250. Sad to say, this place is no where comparing to French Landry, and even for local popular French places in San Francisco bay area, I can have much better French food much lower price. I certainly will not go back there again.
(2)Jessica K.
Classic French fine dining, I think. I've never had a dining experience quite like this. It's expensive, but worth it. They treated my husband and I like we were important people. Very few other people were there, which was kind of nice. Small but beautiful. A rare and exceptional dining experience.
(5)Sue A.
This restaurant is a hidden gem of Las Vegas! These days, there's an overabundance of high priced restaurants with mostly mediocre food and terrible service. But tucked away in the Monte Carlo Hotel, is Andre's. A cozy french restaurant and really know how to take care of you and your tastebuds. The quiet and intimate ambiance is perfect for a date or a nice dinner w/ a few pals. And the food?? Absolutely amazing! They usually start you w/ a small appetizer (literally a bite) that the chef has whipped up. Every time I've gone, it's always something yummy and different, and on the house :) I had a filet and it was cooked to perfection and seasoned just right. I also tried their foie gras appetizer and their garden salad. The presentation was wonderful and the food was so delicious. My husband also ordered the foie gras martini, and OMG it was amazing! Of course you'll have to like foie gras in the first place, but even I liked it! Normally i can't stand more than just a taste of foie gras. The chef actually comes out and pours the martini for you and even grates white truffles on top of it at your table. I resisted getting dessert after all that food...and then they brought out a little tray of small chocolates and nuts...again, on the house. it was just what i needed w/o stuffing a slice of cake into my already bursting gullet. wow... Still, the best part had to be the service. I absolutely disdain going to a nice restaurant and having to track the waiter down, or even worse, the waiter making me feel like he's doing me a favor by serving me in the first place. I strongly believe that the whole point of a nice restaurant should be the service. Andre's did not disappoint one bit. They were polite, timely, and extremely friendly. I would give them 10 stars for their services and manners if i could. All in all, don't miss this place if you're looking to have a nice meal that's actually worth it.
(5)Sierra F.
I have been here a few times and being a culinary student I have to say it is fantastic. They even have a Foie Gras martini if you dare.
(5)Tanya S.
Andre's + Restaurant Week = One Happy Tanya! I loved this place. Since I did go on restaurant week I am not exactly sure the regular prices but I am assuming they are quite pricey but well worth it. The atmosphere was very intimate and the setting we very private. This restaurant is tucked away in a corner of the Monte Carlo. It only has around 10 - 15 tables and 300 waiters so every time you turn around your are being serviced. It is very nice and you do leave feeling very special. All the samplings we had were really good. I had the scallop appetizer and the salmon dinner, both of which were awesome! The food is french in origin so expect small quantities with plenty of flavor. This is no burger joints thats for sure. This is a good, fancy, private restaurant worthy of you big events (as long as someone else is taking you out if its not restaurant week....hahahahhaha)
(4)Din K.
Although this is a review from two years past, we have been back recently, and this restaurant is no less an amazing dining experience. Andre's is certainly an event and experience, one that if fortunate enough to go, you likely will not regret. I simply cannot express how utterly wonderful the restaurant was. I had not been to Andre's for several years, and it was the original location at that. In Las Vegas, it is quite easy to find good restaurants, and with the whole plethora of new dining options created almost over night, sometimes you forget the originals. Let me tell you, this is an original, and not only a good restaurant, but a great one! Everything from the service the moment you walk up, to the seating, and the remarkable attentiveness of the Staff, it was bar none exceptional. David, our host, was perfectly understated and executed. Ross, our waiter, knows how to work a room, and make it look effortless, his assistants were on top of the game. This was a day after Valentine's, a day when it would real easy to drop the ball, and go easy. Not these people! They made every aspect of our experience as close to perfect as possible. Our appetizer and entree's were prepared with careful thoughtfulness, you could tell. Again, if you have dined at some of the newer places, you know when someone is preparing your meal as a job, and one who does so with a passion. Andre's falls in the later, passionate and thoughtful. Oh, and the souffle' was amazing. Anyplace that asks you to order before dinner, you know they want to get it right, and this place does. I have been to ALOT of restaurants here, and Andre's is just in a level that is very exclusive. You can find some hipper, trendier places, certainly, but there are reasons those places get "good" from me, and reasons Andre's is simply "Great"
(5)P. J.
Perhaps I was expecting too much. Nothing bad to say, but I was hoping for a more memorable experience. The food was good. Serving staff was very professional. We were told that we should stick to the dress code when we called, but there were plenty of other folk dressed casually. Loved the Rabit. It tasted like butter. Wish I had more to say, but that's about it.
(3)Gary L.
This is always a place that draws me back time and time again, every time that I visit Vegas. The traditional french cuisine is superbe, and so is the service. The new renovation is quite contemporary, which was overdue. We always get treated first class whenever we stop-by, which tells you of the consistency and quality of the establishment.
(5)Zoe B.
I guess it's because we've been to the old Andre's in downtown (which has been closed down now), we can only give this one 2 stars, course it is not as good as what we had at the downtown one in the past. The food didn't taste bad, just not meeting up to what the downtown one could offer. I don't know why. I suppose it's the same owner same chef, why the difference?? My husband got a Rib Eye steak, I got the dover sole. My husband said the Rib Eye steak was bad but not a wow. My dover sole was okay too but the sauce was too sour that I couldn't really taste the fish. The sourness of the sauce overpowered the taste of the beautiful dover sole. It was a little bit disappointing. At the end, my husband got a carrot cake souffle and I got the raspberry white chocolate souffle. But they pour the mixed up the sauce, and poured the white chocolate sauce on the carrot cake souffle, and the cream cheese anglaise on the raspberry white chocolate souffle (the right order should be white chocolate sauce on the raspberry white chocolate souffle, and cream cheese anglaise on carrot cake souffle). So they had to remake the other 2 for us. (The taste was really funky when the wrong sauce got on the wrong souffle). At the end they charged us $1 caring donation, probably because of the remaking of the souffles. I was just stupid enough not to ask them at the spot. I should have asked if the $1 is due to the fact that they had to remake the souffles. I guess I was too tired that night so my brain didn't function properly. Now I think about it and even wonder why I didn't tell them that the sauce of the dover sole was too sour????? Why didn't I say something right away? Now I can only learn the lesson not to do fine dining on a tiring night. But who knows what other caring donation they would have charged if they were going to remake my dover sole! I just don't understand why they didn't state everything up front.....it seems so wrong to me. I was never asked to pay for someone's mistake in my past dining experience. We are not going back at all, they don't seem to be doing the business in the right way. What a disappointment. Even bigger disappointment when we had the old Andre's to compare it with. Sigh.....
(2)Aaron C.
We got there a little later than our reservation time but all was good. Got seated at some awkward table that looked like it was for four but was longer than it was wider. My girlfriend and i didn't want to sit side by side so we moved to the ends. Why did we stay at this table for the remainder of the evening? It was in the corner and much more private so we liked it. We ordered: escargots de bourgogne filet of beef rack of colorado lamb All was very very good and it was my girlfriends first time eating escargot. Shouldn't have brought her here because now she'll think that all escargot was this good. Filet of beef was just like a super tender steak, super tasty, and good portion size with its sides. Rack of lamb was amazing. Probably one of the best I've ever tasted! Very good experience, waiter service was great
(5)Carrie D.
I am inclined to like all things martini. My rule is if you can shake it in a shaker and pour it into a martini glass (and it isn't poisonous or still alive) I am in! This rule has led me to the delightful bacon martini, electrolyte-rich pickletini, creamy avocadotini, and now the amazing and sinfully decadent Foie Gras Martini. Yes, I said Foie Gras Martini! We came to Andre's just to have this intriguing concoction. We sat at the bar and ordered the martini. The wonderful bartender told us it was prepared in the kitchen and came with accompaniments so it would take a little longer, but it is worth the wait. He was not lying. About 10 minutes later a procession arrived at the bar. The chef stood before me, behind the bar and a waiter placed a large divided glass plate in front of me. There were also 2 or 3 other servers/managers there to watch. Greg, the chef introduced himself and placed a tall elegant martini glass in front of me. He shook a small martini shaker and poured the luscious contents into my glass. Essentially it looked like fluffy liquid foie gras. Then Greg produced a black truffle the size of my head and a microplane and proceeded to grate a very generous amount of the truffle on top of my martini. He then explained the martini and the 4 different items on the plate and the best way to consume my "experience." He then wished us bon appetite and slipped away. First the martini: It was all the wonderfulness that is foie gras and more. It has hints of honey and vanilla and a fluffy luxurious texture. It is also earthy which is complemented by the black truffle. It was honestly mind blowing! The accompaniments: a poached apple with 5 spice powder creme anglaise, nutella ice cream, macerated raspberries and huckleberries, and toast points. Each item was delicious on its own but when paired with the martini brought out different flavor experiences which made the martini even more mind blowing. This was more than just a drink, it was an amazing culinary experience. Of all the decadent delights in Las Vegas the Fois Gras martini experience truly stands out. This is now on my "must-do" list for future Vegas trips. Oh, and it is less than $20.
(5)Brenda L.
I really was impressed with the decor at Andre's....was I as impressed with the food? I liked that they had the 2 for 1 martini special. My favorite martini was the Sweet Tea. I did try the Lychee Martini, but the Sweet Tea just blew my socks away. I'm not sure if it is because I couldn't taste the alcohol (definitely a good or bad thing depending on how you look at it) or if it was just that yummy! For dinner we decided to pass on the tasting menu. For starters, we started out with the Diver Scallop (out of this world delicious!) and the Farm Raised Albalone Almondine (which was good too but not as good as the scallops). I decided on trying the Lobster Bisque and the boyfriend tried the French Onion soup. Neither of us were that impressed by the soups. Entree time!!! I chose the Muscovy Duck Breast and the BF ordered the Rack of Colorado Lamb. The duck was perfectly cooked, but it was a little too salty for my taste...and I have a very salty tongue. I'm not much of a lamb person, but it was not overcooked or dry at all. Overall, I thought it was delicious, but the boyfriend recommends Rosemary's instead.
(4)Majesta Z.
I was very excited to experience this restaurant. The pictures looked very lovely and when I researched the menu online, my mouth began to water just looking at it. However, Andre's just did not live up to my expectations. Let's start with the ambiance. It was a little quiet in the beginning of the evening. So quiet that it almost felt awkward to speak with my party during dinner. The decoration of the restaurant itself was very nice though. It had a nice soothing feeling, honestly, almost reminiscent of being under the sea. I think it was the light blue green color against the creams and dark browns that gave that under the water vibe. Either way, it was a nice look. Too bad I didn't feel too comfortable talking to my dinner date about the place because we were concerned about disturbing the people around us. The food was ok. It didn't start out well, the bread was hard as a rock. Our shrimp cocktail appetizer only had a few shrimp on the platter but luckily they were jumbo shrimps! The Lobster bisque was rather excellent, it was probably one of the highlights of the meal. My main course was their chicken breast with a potato cake of some sorts. It was nothing that would leave a lasting impression. The creme brulee dessert was nice, however once again, a little disappointing. The part that really docks down the star rating from 3 to 2 would have to be the very poor service we received. It took us almost 3 hours to get through an appetizer, main course and dessert. I understand that a fine dinning experience can take a bit of time, but I would have to say that the 3 hours was a little ridiculous. We arrived for a 7:00 PM reservation and did not leave until 9:50 PM but we were ready to leave long before. There was just so much lag time between each of our courses that we constantly felt forgotten about. There were 2 other tables that were seated after us and were able to finish their meals and be on their way a good half hour before we even received our checks. In addition to dreadfully slow service, I felt like the manager was a little on the snippy side and didn't do a very good job of hiding her annoyance.when we informed her that we had a $100 gift certificate we would like to apply to the bill.
(2)Guy d.
Very good food but the service is not up to par. The service is bit too pretentious and confused. They poured tap water in our mineral water glass and forgot our reorder of mineral water. The average wine bottle is very expensive but I did find a great bottle of French WIne for $45. The average check for a 3 course meal is around $100 per person plus wine and service. This includes the marvellous souffle for dessert.
(3)Ralph P.
Excellent food, beverages and service in a decidedly French Restaurant atmosphere. We had a wonderful time with a party of 4, the service was superb. the food was tasty and excellent quality. I ordered what the menu described as a Ribeye Steak, but it looked and tasted like a particularly tender and flavorful Filet Mignon. The souffle and sorbets for desert were superb. I recommend this restaurant and would have given it 5 stars except for the fact that the server misrepresented the size of the deserts, insisting they were small single serve portions not suitable for sharing, when in fact the desserts were very large servings very much suitable for sharing... The sorbets were three full scoops! This made us feel like we had been "sold" on ordering extra desserts, which was quite "tacky" for such an otherwise superior example of a French Restaurant.
(4)Mila M.
I was blown away by the food and service I received at andres. I went back home and recommended it to everyone! Because it, like everything else in vegas, is located at the edge of the casino, they find a way to create a nice, quiet, and romantic atmosphere. The bar is located behind the hosts stand only a few feet.away from the casino. The host/hostess will, take you past the bar, and down a short hallway where he/she will open these two huge doors and take u into the main dining area. When the doors close all the outside nose becomes muted, and you hear the nice contemporary music. It is small, but cozy. The maitre d welcomed us and explained the menu to us. While gee did that, the waiters moved quickly and quietly to place our napkins, pour the water, and remove the design plates. They worked so fast and quietly, I barely noticed them working and was able to focus on the menu. We start off with the amuse bouche of cold creamy carrot soup with ginger whipped cream. I want feeling well at first, so I didn't war much of it (even though it was small), but for the little I did eat, it was phenomenal! The ginger infused whooped cream was soothing and went well and very smoothly with the pureed carrots. I then ordered the lobster and corn bisque for my starter. When the waiter put the bowl in front if me, it had the silver plate cover on it. When he removed it, I felt like the made a mistake. In the bowl, I saw a pile if shredded meat, and three tiny pancake things around the shredded meat. The waiter then pointed to the meat and said: " this is the lobster, and these (pointing to the pancakes) are corn pancakes." He then brought a silver gravy boat to my attention in front and said " this is the bisque." And he poured it in the bowl. My first reaction to this dish must have been a classic expression because the people I went with started laughing at me. This bisque was so good! so creamy!. It had the perfect blend of lobster and corn! So if anyone orders this, expect it to arrive a lot.differently than you think. And I loved that table side service. We then had a palate cleanser. It was a pinapple mint sorbet. That was just a mouthful of sorbet, but that mouthful did just what it was supposed to. It was not tatty like normal pineapples, and the mint was not overwhelming like how mint can be. Following that, or entrees came. I wanted to order something more basic because some of the most basic items are the things the chefs have the hardest time doing, so I ordered the filet minon. I have to say, Andres is the *first* place I have been to that can cook a piece of beef so perfectly! I like my meat done medium and they had a nice searing on the outside, and the inside was a consistent pink finish on the inside. Full of flavor! The sauce it comes with had a nice cheesy, creamy.taste to it which matched well with the filet minon, but with meat done that well, who needs the sauce to cover up perfect seasoning?! We didn't order dessert there, but they gave us complimentary chocolates instead. The service was so amazing and its an experience everyone should go through. The food was soo delicious! I would advise allowing at least two hours to east there. Like typical fine dining restaurants, you expect great food and service, they in turn expect you to have a memorable dining experience so nothing is to be expected in a rush. PLEASE WEAR NICE CLOTHES. its respectful of them and doesn't make you look like an idiot.
(5)Alisha B.
This was the second night of our culinary vacation in Las Vegas and the food did not disappoint! The service was not quite as perfect as it could has been but I think the waiter had his plate full. We started simply, ordering the foie gras, when the amous boush was sent out by the chef. It was a potage with tumeric, chives and crispy ham to top. And while bread and butter may seem simple, this was not the case at Andre's. Our butter selection was a trio selection of sun-dried tomato, kalamata olive and simple sea salt. The kalamata olive was out favorite, the flavor was creamy and salty with a hint of grape. (I know what you are thinking, how can that be? The magic of Andres.) Our foie gras was the most amazing that we have ever had. It was like Christmas IN your mouth. A generous portion of pan seared foie atop a perfectly poached apple floating in a 5 spice creme anglaise with a port wine reduction that was to die for. (Or stab your partner's hand with the fork so I could eat it all.) Did I mention the skinless grape that was sliced so thin that, if portioned properly you has a slice of green grape with each bite of foie, apple and creme? After this delight, we were brought our Summer Truffle Risotto. Market Price. Turns out for the amount of truffle that was shaved onto our mint risotto with duck comfit it was really inexpensive. Creamy, balanced, earthy, (just enough) cheesy and so delicious. I am very happy this was my first experience with black truffle. The chef then sent out an intermezzo of grapefruit sorbet floating in a bit of soda water to cleanse our palates. I had the free range chicken, which was cooked perfectly, juicy and tender on a bed of corn and chile ragout. It would seem to be a bit on the spicy side for someone unaccustomed to heat, though it was perfect for me. The mole was delightful and full of flavor.
(4)Jackie M.
i love this place!!! i took my best friend here on her bday. i love the decor. its really beautiful inside. we had all kinds of things. we ordered the scallop appetizer & foie gras. They were both Phenomenal. My best friend is a foie gras fanatic and she says this is the best place she's ever had it. i honestly dont remember what we had for the entree, but i remember it was really good too. we had souffles for dessert which were perfect as well. i love this place. its french at its finest. and even though i spend $210 on dinner (including the gratuity), it wasnt so bad because we each had soup, 2 appetizers, 2 entrees, and two desserts. Theres many places on the strip that would charge much more! i love this place i want to go back!!!
(5)Mike P.
The ambiance at Andres is very appealing; very quiet (impressive since it's just off the casino floor) with private booths (tall backs) that made us feel like we were the only ones there. The service was top notch, discreet, and yearning to do everything they could to make sure we had an outstanding experience - they succeeded. Our menu selections included foie gras, salad, steak au poivre, rabbit medallions, petit fours, and creme brulee. All of the dishes were technical and complex, and they were all executed and presented beautifully. I'd highly recommend Andre's to anyone wishing for fine-dining French cuisine on the Strip.
(5)Sai S.
4.5 stars. 3 butters (plain, tomato, olive) were spectacular. Bread was warm and brought out at the right time. Service -- very helpful, pressure free. Friendly. Space -- quiet in the circus of vegas. I liked the colors. Feels like a special room, as opposed to some massive fancy place like Alex in the Wynn. - Amuse. Delicious and creative. - Sweetbreads to start. Sometimes these are pork, I forgot to ask (I don't eat beef). So when they came I realized these were the beef ones. I called over the waiter and he said "yes they are beef" and I told him I cannot have it and he said "I am really sorry. Let me get you the lobster bisque, will that work?" and I said yes and voila, it was there in 5 minutes. Great service. It was not their fault, it was mine, but they handled it smoothly and in dignified fashion. - Duck for the main. YES SIR. Fantastic. Great portion size and perfectly cooked. - Pre dessert amuse. Loved the apple flavor, yum. - Carmel chocolate dessert with sugar cane ice cream. Delish. Waiter recommended this one, good call. - Petite fours. All very nice. The ONLY reason this doesn't get 5 stars. Wait, you know, I re thought my review and said for the great service, great food, and hospitality, this DOES deserve 5 stars. Bumping it up from 4.5 to 5. Well done Andre's.
(5)Julia Z.
I had a wonderful experience celebrating a friend's birthday here. Delicious olive, tomato, regular butter with bread. Scallops and Shrimp Scampi were excellent appetizers. Duck, Ribeye, Black Cod, Salmon entrees... but the Veal Tenderlion Medallions taught me what it means to truly eat something sinful...with thin herb pasta, cipollini onions, opal carrots and marsala veal jus, it was the perfect French meal in Vegas. Caramel and Apple Bread Pudding with ice cream for dessert. Fabulous food before heading to XS. Why does what happen in Vegas stay there? Please follow ME!
(5)Allison L.
I'm going to keep this one short and sweet... Amazing. Everything we ordered was excellent. Come here and I don't think you can go wrong with anything you order. Tell them Allison L. sent you. Just kidding. They have no idea who I am ;)
(5)Jen M.
LOVED LOVED LOVED this place! After looking through the free Vegas dining guide, we decided to go to Andre's based on the fact that it was the only French restaurant that had 3 $$$ instead of 4 $$$$. :) What a find! We got their two for one martinis. I got the sweet tea martini (wow, how amazing!) and my husband got the lychee martini. His was quite strong, but he liked it. They serve wonderful bread with three types of butter - tomato, olive, and salted. Yum! For appetizers, I got the pear and roquefort cheese salad, he got the esgargots. amazing! They served a palate cleanser of pineapple sherbet with huckleberries. For dinner, I got the muscovy duck breast and he got the lake whitefish special. Both were outstanding. I also think there's a lot to be said for cool decor and attentive but not snooty staff. Loved it here - would definitely return!
(5)Diana Y.
This review's a bit old but it's never too late! Came here during Restaurant week back in Sept and was the first guests to be seated (since we made reservations at 5:30PM, right when they open). The ambiance is nice and classy with plenty of patterns going on to distract you while you sit. It's pretty quiet in the restaurant so I felt like I had to whisper the whole time. Anyhow onto the important stuff: the food! For $50 during restaurant week, this place was AMAZING. I think I'd still come back even if it wasn't for the restaurant week deal. Foie Gras Martini is AMAZING. That is, if you love foie gras. It comes with a nice plate of assortments to eat such as raisens, walnuts, etc. It was definitely a great drink to kick off the meal. Amuse: Chilled Consommé of Spring Chicken with Fresh Turmeric - A delicious and light way to start off the meal. Heirloom Tomato Salad; Burrata Cheese with Caviar, Melon, Spring Garlic Vinaigrette - I don't understand the craze about heirloom tomatoes but these were delicious. I like appetizers that start off light before they hit you with the heavy entrees. Globe Artichoke Soup; Summer Truffle Mousse, Orange Oil - This was delicious! This was rich and savory and really fulfilling. Intermezzo ; Grapefruit Sorbet With Mineral Water And Mint Oil - Super tangy but definitely cleanses the palate like it's suppose to (or something like that) PAN-SEARED DUCK FOIE GRAS caramelized apple, five-spice crème anglaise, port wine reduction - Ugh, I love seared foie gras so this was a great dish for me. Nothing particularly special but it's made just the way you expect it to taste. Pure deliciousness. Free Range Chicken; Sweet Corn & Poblano Ragoût with Foie Gras Mole - The chicken was cooked very well, very juice. Grilled White Peach; Almond Milk Sorbet with Vanilla Bean Jus - This was a heavier dessert to finish off with. Delicious with whole slices of peach which might have been a little too much dessert but still good. Overall, the service was friendly and attentive, the food was delicious. I loved it. I also like that it's kind of this unassuming place so you don't feel like it gets super crowded.
(5)Bruce B.
Pretty good but for the price I think you can find better.
(4)Anthony D.
Very tasty drinks. I came on a 2 for 1 night for select drinks. I had a whiskey based drink and my GF had a espresso martini. Both were excellent. We snacked on beef carpaccio which was excellent. There was small confusion over ordering and what was available, but I think it was because our bartender started only a week or so earlier, no biggy. The location of this bar takes away from a 5 star rating, because it is literally right next to the exit doors. Cold air kept blowing in and made it quite uncomfortable. Also the noise from the casino floor and a view of the faux strippers near the gambling tables will keep this place a 4 star bar, as I see no way to fix these flaws.
(4)Joseph L.
*This was the best meal of my life thus far. This is going to be a very long review so bear with me people. Now I've eaten at some fairly nice places before; Bouchon, Peohe's, Baleen, and a couple others, but nothing like Andre's. It was my first time eating at a restaurant that's received a Michelin Star. My parents and I came here last Saturday night for dinner. I knew what I was in for being somewhat of a foodie and lover of fine cuisine when I can get it. My parents on the other hand have never experienced this sort of dining experience before. I think they understood when the hostess took us up to the dining area on the second floor, pulled out each chair for us, and set the cloth on our laps. Even though we were eating here we were still on a budget so we sadly didn't get any wine, but the wine list is presented on none other than an iPad brought to the table by the server. Our server was wonderful as he should be. He knew the food which is a must for a man in his position, he was polite, witty, and always attentive. We had the whole room to ourselves being that it was early (7:30). The decor is phenomenal. The whole place is a turquoise that suggests a very elegant and relaxing dining experience. The chandeliers are beautiful. As are the table settings, the silverware and plates. Everything about this place is perfect. Now time to get onto the food. It was restaurant week so both my parents ordered off those tasting menus. I'd already studied the menu extensively so I knew what I wanted, or so I thought. Everything sounded wonderful, but there were two things that I knew I must try. One being escargot, and the other foie gras. I've been waiting my whole life to try it (19 years). I must say my first experience with it was heavenly. The meal was started of with a Chilled Consommé of Spring Chicken with Fresh Turmeric that initiated the meal exquisitely. The bread as well is amazing, as best as it gets I suppose. I had the Escargot de Bourgogne and the Pan-Seraed Duck Foie Gras as appetizers. The escargot came in this wonderful little dish with six small wholes for each snail. The garlic butter was divine and the herb base which was a pesto-like medley went perfectly with them. I'm pleased to say that my first tasting of escargot got to go so wonderfully. They were amazing and worth every penny. The foie gras. You should have seen the expression upon my face once I took my first bite. I wish I could have seen it. It sat atop a caramelized apple, which also sat in a five spice creme anglaise and a port wine reduction. I just can't put into words how lovely and perfect it was to get a bite with the perfectly prepared foie gras, apple, swirled around in the sweetest most beautiful creme anglaise you could imagine. You must experience it for yourself trust me. As for my entree I ordered the Pekin Duck Breast. Before that came out though we were served an intermezzo of Grapefruit Sorbet With Mineral Water And Mint Oil. A great way to cleanse your palate and be prepared for your entree. The duck came with none other than more foie gras. This time atop mango, puff pastry, and a duck confit. It was just as heavenly as the first foie gras, though a little smaller. The duck breast itself was amazingly tender. Sliced perfectly with no juice seeping into my basmati rice (they let it sit properly before slicing). The plating was magnificent just as all the other plates that were set on our table. For dessert I had a souffle which was
(5)Wendy L.
Great ambiance and service. My husband and I ordered the Restaurant Week 5-course meal, with a wine pairing for the husband. Not being French, I don't remember the names of everything we had, but it was all good. I had the roma tomato and watercress salad, a bit under-seasoned, but it was a pretty presentation with the tomatoes sliced paper thin and arranged in a round platform for the watercress to sit upon. The hubby had the french onion soup which was delicious but over-seasoned...he wanted to dip the baguette slices in it like a sauce. There was a drop of pineapple sorbet in a thimble of sparkling water that was tart and refreshing even though it really is a tiny thimble... The hubby ordered the spring chicken breast on a bed of jasmine rice with mushrooms in a cream sauce. He really enjoyed it, and being an ardent advocate for dark meat, that's saying a lot. I ordered the ribeye with a potato lasagna (looked like lasagna with white sauce but tasted like scalloped potato). The ribeye was the best I've EVER had, a little crispy around the edges without being hard, and yet so tender and flavorful that my heart broke a little when I ate the last bite... Dessert was a frothy chocolate affair that was dark and bitter, but went so well with the two dollops of smoked cream on the side, and the crunchy waffle-pattern slice of glaze sweetened the chocolate rather well too. The hubby said all three glasses of wine he had went really well with the dishes he was served with, and you'll just have to take his word for it.
(5)Markus H.
Andre's sounds good going by the reviews. It was disappointing eating there, though. I do not have any history with the restaurant, but have to agree with Zoe. The amouse bouche was an uninspired tomato et. al. soup. the service annoyingly rushed, trying to get you out before the 7 course meal is finished or make sure it finishes fast - all in, 90 min from entering to leaving the restaurant - blessed be american efficiency. The oxtail cannoli was burned - I guess somebody put a torch to it and overdid it - talk about quality control... Gordon would have the chef do the dishes. The fois gras was ok. the sorbet inbetween to cleanse the pallet was a block of ice that I could not eat...the duck was done very nicely- a perfectly cooked piece of meat with a very balanced, sweet ensemble of sides. The cheese course was good as were the berries, but then again what could you do wrong except buying bad ingredients? The chocolate pineapple desert was quite nice. I am used to unfiltered wine, but to shake the bottle prior to serving seems ill advised - especially if you do not decanter, so it is up to the customer to battle the deposit. All in - certainly better than a macdonalds, but Ido not get what is so good about andre's... a waste of money, only good to impress a certain clientele.
(2)David M.
The perfect beginning to a wonderful Vegas night out. We dined at Andre's before going to a show. It was a wonderful way to begin the evening. As soon as you pass though the (unspectacular) entrance you are transported to a world of service and quality. Everything the four of us ordered was wonderful! The wine list was phenomenal! The Service was excellent and the food was great. In summary: Excellent food and atmosphere! Wonderful evening. The lamb and chocolate soufflé were excellent.
(4)E.C. G.
Compared to the grand scale of most Strip restaurants, Andre's has always been exceptionally intimate, the perfect place for an undistracted romantic repast. But while it was once all old world elegance, the room has now been remade with Art Deco motifs contrasting complementary patterns of blue, rust, cream and brown--still subdued, but also convivial and whimsical. The ample staff augments that spirit with warm but studious service. If you simply ordered a Caesar Salad (garnished with rare Tete de Moine cheese) and a fine Prime Angus Ribeye (finished in an inky pinot noir reduction) you would likely be happy here. But why not play a little? Rochat and his Chef de Cuisine Gary LaMorte produce some memorably creative turns on French classics augmented by fresh ingredients and peppy presentation. Be daring, as I was, and plunge into that signature Foie Gras Martini--half aperitif, half appetizer--the earthy fresh pate dissolved and shaken with chilled vodka and poured (over fresh huckleberries, on my visit) in a glass as tall as your eye level. An almost milkshaky savory sweet delight, it is a decadence best shared. Of the many worthy first courses, I could have happily entertained the caramelized pork belly, frisee & warm oxtail confit salad, traditional escargot, or the popular onion soup au gratin, but was happily diverted with the uncommon farm raised abalone, the toothy shellfish providing a worthy canvas to an heirloom tomato and almandine potage, balanced with a subtle celery root mousse in the shell. A Cajun-inspired spicy crayfish bisque en croute followed, hot and peppery with delicate meat. Though I've enjoyed Andre's elegantly delicate Dover Sole Veronique in the past, I was just as delighted with the modern take on Muscovy Duck Breast, lightly crusted and remarkably tender, accompanied by wild mushrooms, a tricolore of near-liquid gnocchi and a flourish of tart pomegranate sauce. Venison loin, vegetable risotto and veal pot au feu were other intriguing selections. Desserts follow suit with rousing revisions of the classics. Such a meal of course practically demands the grape; Wine Director Claudio Vigani oversees a substantial but digestible list, bolstered by Burgundy and Bordeaux verticals but also offering impressive bottles from California and around the world. Andre's has yet another hidden surprise in its upstairs cigar and cognac lounge, one of the only places left on the Strip dedicated to enjoying a leisurely smoke. With possibly the biggest cognac and brandy collection west of the Mississippi, it punctuates the experience with panache.
(4)Simon F.
Food: awesome. Service: acceptable. Nothing really wrong with the service, but it just didn't do the quality of the food justice. I lived in France for several years and thi was very close to a French experience.
(5)Jason I.
Andre's has a really nice atmosphere to start off with, the server's are incredibly friendly and make sure that everything is too your liking. I had the Dover sole, simply spectacular, I would highly reccomend it. My date had the veal and she absolutely loved it. It's a little tricky to find, being at the very front enterance to the Monte Carlo, but definately worth checking out.
(5)S M.
We went to Andre's at the Monte Carlo in March 2010. The first impression was how small the dining room was. Compared to the typical grandeur Las Vegas fine dining scene, it was quite intimate. We had the chef tasting menu and a foie gras martini. The foie gras martini was truly amazing. Chef LaMorte came out and shaved golden truffle on my drink, and it was heavenly. Even better, when he learned that I loved foie gras, he added the foie gras terrine into our menu. The creamy, smooth texture accompanied by the toasted brioche was definitely another highlight of the evening. Between my husband and I, we had 15 dishes total-- and that did not include the bread, the amuse bouche, the intermezzo, and the handmade chocolates at the end. Every dish was sent out with a beautiful presentation, and the smell was wonderful. From the bread with three flavored butters to the sweets that came with the bill, we had a lovely three hours at the Andre's. My husband and I both gave Andre's an 8 on a 10-point scale. We think the chef was artistic but a little more reserved when it came to temperature: the scallop was not caramelized enough and was still cold in the center; the pan-seared foie gras, although delicious, could use a little more caramelization, so did the duck. The veal cheek was very tender, so was the pork belly. The only drawback is that the pork belly was a little bit too salty and cheesy to our taste. But it may be just our preference. Although every dish was only a small bite, at the end we were pretty full. I wasn't sure if I had room for desserts. Fortunately the dessert plate, composed with three tiny desserts, was delicate and delicious. It was a perfect ending for the night. Overall we had a great experience at the Andre's. I am most impressed with how personable the chef was. He came out checking on every table a couple of times and engaged a wonderful conversation with us during several dishes. The service was attentive and professional. The host was friendly; the waitress, on the other hand, was helpful but condescending, a little bit snobby, and quite pushy. Luckily, none of that ruined our dinner. I would definitely recommend Andre's to whomever wants a quiet dinner in Las Vegas.
(4)Penny B.
Husband and I celebrated his birthday over a long weekend in Vegas. The restaurant was small but elegant and intimate with just 15 tables or less. We had initially decided on the 5 course tasting but after speaking with our server, we were immediately sold on ordering from the a la carte. For the first course, husband had pan-seared foie gras which paired perfectly with caramelized apple. My escargots were juicy, flavorful and the sauce was great for dipping. We both ordered the lobster thermidor for entree - 2 lbs of lobster cooked in a brandy cream sauce with asparagus and mushrooms. The service was impeccable, food was well-prepared and I highly recommend it.
(4)Chris E.
Really good, and a bit different, foie gras. :-D The Sommelier was great! Everything else was great too. I didn't try the lobster thermidor, so I guess I'll have to return for that someday.
(5)ED D.
Bartender charged me $29 for a Bellini that was just champange!! rip off city, don't stop here.
(1)Lisa M.
This is truly a great restuarant...but, yes...but...it is marketed in such a way that gets your expectations sky high so it's hard to live up to it. First of all it's in a crappy restaurant with a cheap casino strip club cat walk right outside. If it was classier it could have a nice touch but it makes you feel like you're in a motel. Second, as nice as the decore of the restaurant is it is small and stuffy. You feel like you're stuffed into a sealed box with a Grecian twist. It's SO quiet inside, even with a relatively full restaurant. People are afraid to speak up. The service is very nice and the food is delicious but it didn't feel extraordinary. Granted, the best thing I tried all weekend was the foie gras terraine but still, Bouchon is such a better bet for French and Le Cirque is so much more lively and interesting. I'm glad we tried it finally and I wouldn't talk anyone out of going but I wouldn't really recommend it highly compared to the amazing other options you have.
(3)Victoria D.
Had a wonderful meal. The escargot was delicious and the lamb melts in your mouth. The wine selection was fab and the sommelier was spot on with the pairing! Highly recommend!
(5)Michael G.
I have attended both of the Whisk(e)y Wednesday events so far with my crew, the cigar lounge is awesome, (and I will be visiting it more often!) Great intimate environment to enjoy a good cigar and cocktail, the cigar selection could be better though, if you have a favorite bring your own. The whiskey events have been very professionally run, with the beverage experts knowledgeable about the whiskey and cocktails they are serving. Several cocktails seem to have been designed specifically for the events. Your value for your dollar is AWESOME at $25.00 unlimited tasting, so pre-buy your ticket! Each event so far has seen more attendees, so show up early for a great seat in the cigar lounge. Or lounge in the tasting rooms. A very friendly staff, everyone seemed very excited during the event. I will attend every one of these that I am able, and hope to see you there. Stop by and say hello if you go, (I attend in a kilt, easy to find me!)
(4)Lindsey L.
This place is fantastic. I am really into aesthetic, so when I stepped inside I was pleasantly surprised to see they put effort into theirs. The atmosphere is absolutely perfect for a romantic evening. If you love french food it doesn't get any better in Las Vegas, pretty much the only thing that's kept me from giving a 5 star rating is that the service wasn't that great, it wasn't terrible, but it was a tad bit slow. Nonetheless I would recommend this to friends and hope to be returning again in the near future!
(4)Shawn C.
Food was excellent (dessert was nothing special) but the service was lacking. Waited wasn't as sharp as I expected on the menu and I didn't like the casual up selling. "Would you like to try caviar appetizer?" Sure. I actually thought they meant a bite like an amuse... No mention of price and it's not on the menu. Then it's $140 on the bill. Make sure you ask clearly how much everything is because they don't tell you otherwise. The entire tasting menu was less than a small bit of caviar. That's crazy. Manager didn't seem interested in resolving it either.
(2)Laura R.
My bartender Desire was amazing we were talking about different drinks we like and she made me a free one! Stop in for a quick drink and you won't regret it the drinks are great and they have a happy hour from 5-7.
(5)Maria A.
Our Server is not Ricardo. So the server isn't as great as Ricardo. We checked the MLIFE menu but it's just probably $1 or $2 if you going to do ala carte. So we opted for the ala carte version. Food was good as always, the main server isn't that great but the others are nice. They remember us, so they still do excellent job.So definitely we will be trying to go there again hopefully when Ricardo is there.
(3)Marco L.
This is for the cigar lounge upstairs from the restaurant. The ambiance is exceptional, just what I was looking for to enjoy my cigar away from the hustle and noise of the strip. It felt like a private club and I was treated like royalty. The music was old school and classy: Benny Goodman, Frank Sinatra, Edith Piaf, and the like. Perfect for puffing and sipping.
(5)Giovanna S.
My husband and I went to Andre's to celebrate our anniversary and because it was in our hotel, the Monte Carlo so it was very convenient. It was a Sunday night so it was easy to get in. When we approached the restaurant in the corner to the casino floor, it was very unassuming. When we were escorted through the doors, it was so lovely. The dining room was not too big and it had a wonderful ambiance. Staff greeted us promptly and told us about the menu and some of their signature dishes. Amuse Bouche: Wonderful little bite from the chef. It was a terrine of duck atop a thin crouton with what I believe was a light basil sauce. Never had a pate-esque food before and we were happy to have loved it! Apps: We ordered the tomato and stone fruit salad with burrata. It was delicious. The combination of the acidic tomato, sweet peach, creamy cheese and vinaigrette was fantastic. Main course: I ordered the pappardelle pasta with chicken, artichoke, and cherry tomato. It was delicious! The pasta texture was perfect, the light sauce made from the braised chicken was flavorful. Loved it! My husband ordered the duck breast with fava bean puree and pomegranate sauce. WOW! Delicious as well! Meat was cooked perfectly and the sweet, tart pom sauce went so well with the richness of the duck. Dessert: We both ordered the chocolate soufflé. Here is where it got sad. Not because of the food, but because I became light headed and unwell and had to leave the restaurant...remnants of an illness from the days prior, certainly not from Andre's food. I was so excited to taste the soufflé as I have never had a fantastic one before. But it was not to be had. But, the staff were so friendly to me as I left the restaurant faint and pale-faced and offered to help me. My husband even said, once he met me after I left, that they hoped I felt better and were sad that I was unable to finish my meal and wished us a happy anniversary. The staff were fantastic throughout the meal and caring as I departed. The food was fantastic! The service fantastic! I would certainly recommend this gem inside the Monte Carlo if you want to have a special, intimate night out with a significant other or a group of friends.
(5)Aaron F.
My wife and I are huge fans of Andre's. We came back this last weekend for an updated menu. We both had the prix fixe menu ($60 deal) and it was superb as usual. The tomato salad with burrata was very fresh and the bisque of course used the bread to get all of it. One item to note is that the seared foie gras appetizer is updated as well. We really enjoyed this presentation because it had the perfect balance of sweet / savory. We like our foie savory but wanted to try the new menu. We would order it again like that as well. Our dinners were excellent and we had the wife's leftover bits of steak for breakfast straight out of the ice chest (remember it is the MC). The service is always top notch and that keeps us coming back. We have yet to eat at a better (French or otherwise) restaurant on the strip. There were a lot of new menu items, new menu board as well. We will be back soon to try them.
(5)Kade B.
Went here with another couple to take advantage of a travelzoo coupon. We advised the staff we were using this coupon, ready to receive a noticeable drop in the quality of the service. As it was a limited menu you cod use due to the coupon, we were ready to taste the "b" team. Our final expectation was that this standard French restaurant would be overly formal and stuffy. This restaurant did not meet these expectations. The service was excellent. Attentive without being bothersome. Our expectations of the service were exceeded. The food was top notch. Was it overly brash, innovative or daring? No. It was, however, excellent and very well executed. From the amuse bouche to the excellent desserts, even from the coupon menu, they all were fantastic. Finally, the atmosphere was very fine, classy, and refined. But, it was not stuffy. Our server had a light and appropriate sense of humor. The bussers were fun, but not irreverent. I can think of only one or two meals i have left as satisfied in every way as I did this one. They earned all of the five stars.
(5)Michael D.
Great little lounge in Monte Carlo. Not big at all but it is a perfect spot to escape the sounds and clowns of the casino. Took advantage of an opportunity to catch up with an old friend and enjoy a good smoke here. Service was top notch and you will notice it right from the start. There are no windows or any sort of view up there but it was cozy and the decor made up for the lack of exterior view. It's not a 24/7 spot so make sure you check before going. On the price side, it was a bit pricy so expect to pay for the exclusivity. Other than that, it will be a good little break from the regular casino routine.
(5)Erick P.
Hands down the best restaurant I ever been to. The food was amazing, the service was amazing. I seriously felt like Mayweather when I dined in here. I really cant wait to go back!!
(5)Nicole U.
I enjoyed my dinner here last week while staying at the Monte Carlo. We walked over around 7pm on a Friday and were happy to find a seat wih zero wait time. The restaurant itself is beautiful. Vibrant blues and teals embellish the walls and chandeliers. The decor was just pretty to look at. The music was also wonderful. I thought the food was good, some parts being better than others. We started with a Cesar Salad sans croutons and were pleasantly surprised with how large this salad was. It was perfectly tossed with a delicious creamy cesar dressing and had a beautiful cheese flower for decoration. We each picked out a steak, myself choosing the flat iron with bernaise sauce and my boyfriend had the rib eye with a peppercorn sauce. We also shared a side of buttered broccolini. I will admit that the steaks were just ok, I felt for the price we paid perhaphs a better quality of meat could be warranted. Also both steaks were fully peppered but had practically zero salt. I had to request salt because there was none available on the table. Service was great, had a slight mix up with the Yelp check in offer but we got it resolved quickly and my templeton rye neat arrived shortly after that along with a complimentary specialty cocktail. Overall a pleasant meal and a great start to our Vegas weekend.
(4)Allison S.
The food here is very good, but the hands down winner was their chocolate souffle. I have had my fair share and this one was spectacular. I LOVED the espresso with it- such a thoughtful combination instead of (more) rich chocolate. I can't wait to come back and try the other flavors. In terms of the food, we came the day before Valentine's for a set dinner. I wasn't too impressed with the oysters (the oyster pancake was a letdown) or the beef tartare (have had so many and this won't be a memorable one down the road). But, I DID love the veal consomme (so interesting with the veal "flan") and the perfectly cooked duck breast. So for us, the meal got better with each dish. Service was exception (as expected). P.S. Located right next to the front entrance across Sambalatte.
(4)Lu Lu S.
Nice French restaurant inside the Monte Carlo with an upstairs cigar bar. Between me and 2 other chickas we ordered quite a bit: -Waldorf salad - was a bit of a disappointment because it was one like 3 pieces of butter lettuce, the salad dressing was a tad sweet and the walnuts weren't so tasty even though they were candied -Almond crusted calamari - well I am a calamari lover but it didn't taste much like the calamari rings I'm use to..I think it may have been the calamari tubes but it wasn't chewy so that's a plus -Our main course we ordered the PAN ROASTED CHÂTEAUBRIAND which serves two but we were 3 girls with a whole bunch of side dishes so we decided to share it. It was a big portion with 6 pieces and it was delicious! Very tender and they gave us 3 types of steak sauce and I liked them all but my fav was the peppercorn sauce. It also came with a side of veggies; Brussels sprouts and spinach on the plate. Anyhow, it was very good but sadly enough the 3 of us couldn't finish it and had 3 pieces left.. I know we are terrible we wasted yummy food.. What a sin! But when it sin city its expected! -Mashed potatoes, asparagus and French green beans were our sides and they were all made to perfection as far as side dishes go. Green beans were cooked enough to still have the slight crunch and similar to the asparagus. The girls loved the mashed potatoes as it was whipped up so nice and fluffy. All around a solid dinner. They have use additional amuse bosh(!spelling?) and chocolate truffles for desert since we didn't order desert , we were stuffed from dinner and had so much left over! It was an excellent night and service from all of the Employees were on point- pulling our chairs out, opening doors, walking me to the elevator to go to the restroom, all in addition to their attentive service at the table. They went above and beyond, that was very nice- worth all the $$$$.
(4)Elizabeth K.
Unfortunately, I was not impressed with my seven course veggie option. Husband has the meat courses and said scallops were horrible. My dessert and cheese was delicious. Just for the price I can't give it more than 3 stars. Upstairs cigar room was elegant and had great ambiance. Good experience, bad on the bank account.
(3)Bae B.
Went to Andre's for my birthday weekend. Part of 4. My husband and I had a pre-fix menu for $90 for two. Yelp had a free specialty cocktail for check-ins so I ordered a drink from the specialty cocktail list while showing the Yelp coupon but the waiter ended up bringing in a champagne and charging me for the cocktail.... ??? Didn't want to ruin my dinner party so I let that go. The appetizers were all good but the main dish - salmon tasted very fishy as if I was eating clam chowder. Husband tasted and said same thing. Also, the chicken in the pappardelle was too salty and my sister only ate a quarter of it. Tasted as if the chicken was a day old. You know, the day after it's reheated taste. Yes, that's it. The only thing I could give five stars is the ambiance. So many other great restaurants you could go on the Strip - don't waste your meal here!
(3)Lori T.
I bought the travelzoo deal for my hubby birthday dinner. They have Pre Fix Menu and they also offered you extra course for $18. My husband got the Lobster tail and I got the fore gras. They are all worth and the best are they treated us like normal regular customers not like the other guy said. They also pre charged us 15% tips and we think they worth more. I would highly recommended to everyone to go LV!
(5)Rebecca S.
This review is for the cigar lounge. I don't smoke but my man does, so we checked Andre's upstairs cigar lounge. As someone who doesn't care for cigar smoke but who likes to spend time with my boyfriend, I have to give props to the exceptional ventilation system. The vibe was intimate and very relaxing, and we enjoyed chatting with other patrons. The bar, while small, offers a wide variety of drinks. I'm told the cigar collection is quite good, and the wine list was very good. Several other cigar aficionados ordered food and declared it to be delicious. We spent several hours here and enjoyed it. The service (Juan) was great!
(5)Paul G.
Great 5 star spot in Vegas. Had the Chilean sea bass and upgraded to a lobster while I was at it. Pricey but good. Get the travel zoo when they have it, it's worth the savings although will still set you back at least a couple hunnets.
(5)Tabitha R.
Where do I start? Had the frog legs and the pan seared foie gras. Dear Lord, so good. Then the heirloom tomato salad with barrata. Wow! The chicken was delicious (although Alfredo said the lamb is the best). My friend says the lpork loin with obster tail special was delicious. Worth it to order the soufflè, chocolate was yummy. Tawny port to end-divine.
(5)Carol N.
Boyfriend and I went here over the weekend celebrating our 6 month anniversary. From other reviews, I learned about a Travel Zoo deal... so I did some research was I too was also able to find a Travel Zoo deal! The deal available now is $135 for a 5 course dinner tasting for 2 people. Normally a 5 course dinner tasting is $110 each! I made reservations online requesting a booth and stating it was our anniversary and was even able to push back the reservation that day since we were still feeling a bit full from eating at the buffet earlier that day. The Travel Zoo deal is only good Sunday-Thursday, so this was our special Sunday dinner. Andre's is located at the end of the hotel, across from Minus 5 in the corner. The host checks you in and through these double doors is the restaurant. It's very private and intimate. I loved the decor and the colors. We were seated in a booth as requested! Wine lists are on an iPad. We gave our server our Travel Zoo voucher. I also checked in on Yelp and was still able to get a free cocktail with that check-in! Some places won't honor the Yelp check-in if you use a voucher of some sort for your meal. The cocktail was a champagne cocktail. Not too strong and was light. We chose our 5 items for each of our courses and sat back as they brought us the food. To start, there was complimentary bread and water. The bread was warm and yummy. An amuse bouche was brought out first to cleanse our palettes. It was interesting as I've never eaten one before. I was garlicly and like a pate paste of some sort. I ate part of it, but I think it's an acquired taste. For the tasting menu, it's basically either a meat or veggie dish, so only 2 choices for each. Course 1: Beef Carpaccio or chilled corn soup. We both went for the beef. It came with truffle creme, artichoke, and wrapped around spinach with some crisp bread. This dish was tasty and delish! The beef literally melted in your mouth! I ate the whole thing minus the artichokes. Course 2: Jumbo sea scallop or vegetable thermadior. We both had the scallop. It was cooked to perfection and the sauce it came with was so good!! Course 3: sauteed sweetbread or carrot risotto. I had the risotto and boyfriend had the sweetbread. I liked my risotto better. It was so creamy, tasty, cooked perfectly, and a big portion too!! I felt like I would be full from eating just that! I had to stop myself as I wanted to have room for the last 2 dishes! The sweetbread, I did not like too much. It was a pastry puff with sauteed spinach and cherry sauce. It was tarty... so if you like the tart flavor, then you may enjoy this more. Course 4: Pan seared duck breast or tofu panzanella. We both went for duck. It was amazing! It also came with duck sausage, couscous cake, sauteed kale and the sauce spiced orange and duck jus was so delicious I wanted to lick the plate clean! Duck breast was tender and I used it to get as much of the sauce as possible. Course 5: chocolate almond zuccotto or grand marnier souffle. I had the souffle and boyfriend had the zuccotto. You can definiety taste the grand marnier in the souffle! It was too strong for me so I was unable to finish it. The vanilla sauce however was very good. The zuccotto was so good and I wished I ordered that instead. It was creamy and chocolaty and came with an almond beautifully presented with caramel. At the end of our dinner, they even presented us with some truffles on a plate that said Happy Anniversary!! That was such a nice surprise! I was not expecting that as our 5 course dinner already had dessert and since the night before, we had dinner at Brand Steakhouse and they did nothing. Thank you staff at Andre's for going above and beyond in excellent service! After every course our dishes were promptly taken away and we were given new silverware. They checked up on us just the right amount and came right away when we needed something. With our dinner, we also each had a cappuccino ($5). To end the meal, we were also given brandied cherries in a shot glass. It was strong! I felt like I was taking a shot with each cherry! I was glad we came here as part of our anniversary celebration. It was a romantic and exquisite dinner. Find a deal if you can, as this fine dining, even with a deal can set you back a few hundred. Every dish was beautifully presented and tasted as good as it looked. I've never done fine dining in Vegas before having done mostly buffets and the occasional casual dining... a girl could really get used to this!
(5)Raj S.
Amazing dining experience. I tried the 5 course tasting menu. The Chilled asparagus soup was the best cold soup I've had. The seafood dish with risotto was vey good. The duck was ok. The wasabi crusted lamb chop was amazing. The grand mariner soufflé was exceptional.
(4)George W.
We reserved a table for our anniversary but didn't have near as good experience as last time. It was a Wed night so maybe the kitchen staff had a few alcoholic refreshments before their shift. First, we were seated along the wall in their banquette seating. I know many restaurants have that type of seating now but we usually avoid those places because it seems there is always someone obnoxious right next to you (or we are the obnoxious ones and don't want to spoil someone else's dinner). The service was as good as before but the food was not quite as good - with the exception of the asparagus and soufflé. My wife ordered the fillet, done medium and it was still mooing when she cut into it! I had the wasabi lamb. The lamb was cooked correctly but the lamb they chose obviously didn't finish fat camp - unlike the last time. It was still good and the steak was tender, but we expected more from Andre's. I'm sure we will return, but next time we will reserve a booth or table and bring a branding iron for the cow!
(4)Dani S.
Wonderful dinner experience! Came to take advantage of restaurant week's dinner deal. The menu selection had several choices including one for vegetarians, and several for carni-whores. The restaurant is very small, intimate and extremely quiet, everyone was almost whispering to each other. Unlike Alize, which is headlined by the same chef, this place is a lot more traditional in both the decor, ambience and cuisine. In addition, there is also a lounge upstairs that provides whiskey, cigar, and cognac tastings. I was fortunate enough to meet one of the tasting specialist and he was kind enough to explain and show me some of their impressive selection of 200+ year old cognacs: half oz will cost over $100, but you will not find it in many places in the world. My 3 course dinner consisted of a salad which was good, the chicken spinach crepe created specially for restaurant week - very delicious, and the lemon cake with a hint of raspberry - mind blowing. The service was extremely attentive, the on duty manager, host, and head of staff came around often to make sure I was enjoying my meal and I was happy with everything. Kudos to Marcos for making extra effort to ensure a great experience. Highly recommend! I will be back very soon!
(5)Lina C.
Absolute must for foodies! Hidden in the Monte Carlo, Andre's definitely offers one of the best dining experiences in Vegas for a reasonable price. The food is delicious! Highly recommend the French onion soup, Seabass with truffle oil, and flat iron steak. The creme brûlée and soufflé are wonderful too. The service is impeccable, and the atmosphere is classy. You will have an exquisite meal!
(5)Derek S.
Came by for a private dinner the other night and was pleasantly impressed. Evening started with a drink service in the bar area and the waitstaff were all attentive and professional. Moved into the main dining room for the private meal and everything from the food, ambiance, to service were all excellent. - Warm Tomato & Crab Bisque - Excellent flavors and wonderful shrimp like topping. - Butter Lettuce - Salad was very fresh - Grilled Rib Eye w/ Foie Gras & Butterflied Shrimp - Ribeye was excellent with perfect marble and flavor - Foie gras was rich and flavorful - Butterflied shrimp was good too. - Vanilla Creme Brulee - Wasn't too sweet and it was well prepared. All in all, excellent service, food and ambiance inside the Monte Carlo.
(5)Jaime S.
My husband and I were staying at the Wynn, made our way to the Monte Carlo for a show. We missed our reservations from a restaurant at the Wynn, being we wanted to be at the Monte Carlo on time for the show. We stumbled upon Andre's,once we got to the hotel. This food experience was the best thing that ever happen to us, while ever staying in Vegas! Now, I really wish this place was located, in a more "appropriate" hotel, but this was absolutely by far, the best restaurant my husband and I have been too anywhere! The service was flawless, the food was beyond outstanding, and superseded our expectations. We are avid foodies through-out the SoCal, US, and pay have no problem paying top dollar for great food and drink. If you had any bad experience from this restaurant....we seriously pity you. Next time, dress-up and spend the money that this place deserves for the FULL experience. Andre's proves, as to why the French are best at what they do!
(5)Matt S.
Like a lot of people, we found Andre's through the TravelZoo deal that was mentioned on ChowHound. The ambiance is wonderful at this restaurant, it is beautifully designed inside and feels very romantic and posh. The amuse bouche was a lovely curry flavored panna cotta that the table enjoyed. For the first course, we tried the French onion soup and the lobster bisque, both were okay but not great. For mains, we tried the duck, flat iron steak, and halibut. The duck was the clear winner, the steak was fine but the halibut was way overcooked and dry. It was the first time in a long time that I've had to use a knife to saw into fish. For dessert, we tried the chocolat souffle and the lemonade cake - both were quite good. I had a couple glasses of the overpriced Pinot Noir from Pays d'Oc at $15, pretty weak selection for a Michelin starred French restaurant. Not even a cheap Burgundy available? C'mon... This wasn't a good representation of French PN and they shouldn't be selling it at $15 per glass - it is probably $5-$10 per bottle retail. It is from a region known to produce cheap table wines. 18% gratuity is included on the bill... which is fine, we normally tip more, but it might explain the inconsistent service - like the flatware thrown down too quickly, pouring sparkling water into a glass half full of flat water and just saying "oh" and walking away when we mentioned it, etc. Overall, this restaurant does not deserve a Michelin star and feels like it has fallen a lot from its former glory days. I would not recommend this restaurant to people that expect a Michelin starred experience, we expect better food and service at that level. Even with the TravelZoo deal, I'd skip this one... Too many better options in Vegas.
(2)taylor g.
What an unbelievable surprise! One of the best meals I've had in Las Vegas was at this restaurant. I am a huge fan of French cuisine and I've eaten at some pretty exquisite restaurants in Paris and I will say that Andre's was a much more memorable dining experience. The cocktails are stiff, the staff is attentive, and the food is delicious. I highly recommend the filet. It was one of the top 3 steaks of my life. I still think about it to this day and it has been over 2 years since I've eaten there!
(5)Rand J.
f you enjoy a good cigar, a good drink and comfort you will enjoy Andres Lounge. Quiet and well ventilated, this is the perfect spot for an evening of fine tobacco, drinks and conversation. Andres selection of cigars is respectable, but skimpy so bring your favorite. Check out Le T.'s review of the whiskey tasting.
(4)Buddy M.
This is another great dining experience we've had in this city!!! I HIGHLY recommend this place. I reminded me of Michael's as far as service is concerned! The food was outstanding...we had everything. Check this place out if you're around Vegas!
(5)Noelle L.
I never in my life had a proper classy sit down dinner for myself until the 17th of Dec. I wanted to go to Andre's to try the tasting menu and to finish off my birthday week in style. I've chosen the 7 course tasting dinner. Everything was just wonderful from the quietness of the place to the dinner itself. The staff was very helpful and was always checking up to see if everything was to my liking. In my dinner I had the waldorf salad, the duck foie gras, the sea scallops, the sweet bread, the port sault, and the chocolate soufflé. I have to say everything was divine and I hope to come back soon.
(5)Donna M.
We wanted to eat dinner before heading to the Blue Man Group at the Monte Carlo and happened upon this place, right as they were opening, 5:30pm. What a wonderful dining experience. I am gluten free and the Chef baked some delicious GF rolls for me - the server said if you call in advance, they can have them ready for you when you get there. The Chef even prepared some Foix Gras for us, on the house, while we were waiting for the Carpaccio we had ordered as a starter. Both were quite good. I ordered rabbit which was just divine. My companion had the steak, which he said was one of the best he's ever eaten. We both had red wine with dinner. The overall experience far exceeded our expectations and we will absolutely return when we travel back to Vegas.
(5)Jeremy R.
Well, I never expected to find a legitimate fine dining experience in the Monte Carlo in Las Vegas of all places! This restaurant in now one of my favorites to visit while in Vegas. Everything was so wonderful and it is in such a quiet and intimate setting so you can actually enjoy conversation and dining simultaneously. A novel concept compared to the constant thumping typically encountered in many of the other restaurants along the Strip. My party was able to conduct a lengthy business meeting and have a wonderful meal and superior service from a very knowledgeable staff. The duo of rabbit was excellent and I really enjoyed the heirloom tomato salad as well. I look forward to trying other dishes in the future.
(5)julie g.
After walking through the double doors into the dining room. You see a small little dining room with beautiful traditional decor. Our table ordered 5 course tasting menu for 90 dollars. No choices for the 5 course was given. The first course was the beef carpaccio. A little bland for my taste. One huge drawback was that the carpaccio was frozen on the plate. You had to basically let it warm up a little for the carpaccio to defrost. This is where my table ran into a problem and when the waitress offered us truffle on the carpaccio. As stated in the menu, truffle was an ingredient part of the dish. However, when we got the check we were charged an additional 10 dollars each for the truffle topping. The waitress failed to mention that the truffle was 10 dollars additional and at the end insisted she did. Especially since it was mentioned in the menu without an additional charge, we mentioned it to the manager. The manager stated that something like this at this "upscale" restaurant always has attached fees as if our table should have assumed the truffle was additional. The manager was haughty but removed the charge of the truffle from the check not without an attitude about it. So going back to reviewing just the food. The seared scallops were great. perfectly cooked and seasoned. This was my favorite course. It was also beautiful to look at. So much so you didnt want to eat it. Ox tail cannelloni. This was decent. The rest of the table enjoyed it much more than I did. This reminded me of a gourmet version of a beef tacquito. dessert- chocolate souffle, though I was stuffed at this point it was delicious with pineapples on the bottom. gelato with panna cotta, decent but forgettable. Overall I gave this restaurant only 3 stars because of the service and the problem and the attitude we encountered. The food was decent, but I would not return.
(3)Norm K.
We had a Travelzoo voucher for a 3 course dinner for two people that was about to expire, so I made reservations. I was looking forward to André's for some time because of his tremendous reputation in Las Vegas. We were seated in the small room where the elevator comes from the first floor. At first I thought we had been placed in steerage, and perhaps we were, because everyone in our room had the Travelzoo voucher. Our server told us there are a lot used at the very beginning and a lot at the end of an offer. She also told us to keep an eye out because they were soon going to have another one because the summer months are the slowest for fine dining restaurants. We were given the Travelzoo menu and made our choices. Shortly, a waiter brought us an amuse-bouche of a thin slice of jicama topped by a thin slice of sea bass and some small rounds of red pepper. It was tasty and the pepper slices gave it a small amount of zing. Shortly after the amuse, a waiter brought some warm baguette slices. For our appetizers, my wife ordered the Caesar salad and I got the lobster bisque. Her salad was very good and quite large. My lobster bisque was OK. If you look at my photos, that's not lobster in my bisque. There were very few pieces of lobster. The menu describes the dish as lobster and corn stuffed sweet pepper. The dish was OK. My main course was the duck breast and duck sausage and my wife got the chicken breast. The duck was cooked very well but the hit of this dish was the duck sausage. Excellent! My wife's chicken was nothing special. For dessert, we each got the chocolate soufflé and that was also very good. Service was good. Note, when using a Travelzoo voucher, they add 18% gratuity (large party rate) to your check. I guess my lasting impression of André's was how little impressed I was by it. It's an oddly shaped place. Both dining rooms upstairs are small, and it's somewhat disconcerting to sit in a room where an elevator brings people in and past your table less than a few feet away. I do think the inner room was saved for regular customers a.k.a. non-Travelzoo people. I will give a big hand to our server who directed a jerk who came out of the cognac and cigar room while puffing away on his cigar. I'm glad I ate at André's once, but this is not a place to which I'll return. There are way too many good choices in this town.
(3)Jenny H.
I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at Andre's. I actually used a Groupon at Andre's which gave me an incredible discount there. I order the filet of beef and prime beef carpacio which was very tender and good. I absolutely love the French Onion soup and their field greens salad. I did not try any wine because they were a bit overpriced by the glass but had a great selection of wines. I would definately go there again, maybe for a special occasion.. not for daily dining.
(4)Shirley Z.
the fois gras martini was BEYOND words. we got lucky and the chef came out and put additional shaved black truffles on the decadent beverage!! IN ADDITION, it came with a selection of nibbles like berries and ice cream to be paired with the drink! for $18 it is the BEST DEAL, for what you get, on a martini ANYWHERE. It is a creamy blend of fois gras, vanilla and who knows what else. but very savory. still sweet. well rounded and a balanced taste on teh tongue. just amazing and like nothing i have ever had before!! the wait staff was very courteous. another plus
(5)Robert M.
Andre's French restaurant has a an excellent reputation for fine food and service. A supurb addition to the location found in the Monte Carlo can be found by climbing the staircase to the left side of the restaurant lobby. The top of the staircase opens in to the dark wood paneled King Louis XVI Salon. The interior of the salon is very welcoming, complete with dark woods, huge stuffed chairs and couches, all arranged in small comfortable settings. The room seats 14, providing an intimate experience around a warming fireplace. The salon provides excellent private service in a quiet atmosphere where you can select a fine cigar from the humidor and complete your evening with a choice from a large selection of Cognacs, fine Ports or a complete selection of spirits. I selected two of their Tequilas and enjoyed a relaxing finish to a fine evening with friends.
(4)Daniel K.
Amazing food, really light? Haha, ya right. This is true heavy french good stuff. Pricey food, so so hotel but honestly, its a high level establishment and quite worth it.
(4)Rusty J B.
Had dinner at Andre's in the Monte Carlo in Las Vegas. Food was classic French style, had foie gras sautéed and in a terrine, both great classic dishes. Wife had lobster Thermidor, haven't seen that on a menu in 20 years, it was as we remembered it should be, sweet lobster in a good creamy sauce. Also available was three choices of hot dessert souffles, we had Grand Marnier and chocolate both were very good. Wife asked for Nocello with her espresso and the server searched in both lounges of the restaurant to find it even though he had never heard of it, service like that is hard to find today. Worth a trip if you are in Las Vegas.
(5)Dee S.
Merveilleux. 3 people eating costs about $205 so it's no problem to hit the $35 minimum printed in small type at the bottom of the menu. It's a 2 hour dining extravaganza. I think it's an extra special touch that the (young, skinny, & talented) chef Gary La Morte came out to help serve & explain his version of the food with our waiter, Ricardo [who's worked here 12 yrs]. We had the $16 escargot appetizer, $15 riesling, $50 filet of beef with shallots, $26 perigord truffle risotto half serving, & not on the menu $46 bouillabaisse with minimal broth. All is a degustatory treat. La fin is a long tray of candy petits fours.
(4)devon e.
Andre's is definitely the biggest reason to visit the Monte Carlo! Intimate atmosphere that exudes youth and brings the sexy. On top of impeccable service resembling a well choreographed ballet (which I'm slightly convinced the service staff at Andres are really ninjas on their off time) the front of the house swoop in and out creating an experience unlike any other. Chef de Cuisine Gary LaMorte KILLED IT!!!! Throw your hands up and leave your palate in the hands of genius! I had the chefs tasting menu which allowed Chef Gary to deliver the greatest progression of flavors and textures i have had to date in all my visits to Vegas. Huge statement right?....But its totally true! Stellar wine pairings heightened our gastronomic adventure and i swear the knowledge that came out of these ninjas mouths made me feel like i went to France and back in one sitting. I praise my experience at Andres and cannot wait to see what LaMorte comes up with next. Andres is my new vice in Vegas! "Once it hits the lips......"
(5)Derek L.
I had a wonderful experience at Andres. I was a little surprised at Andre's location and was a bit shocked when I found out that it was there the whole time. Over the years, I've stayed at Monte Carlo over a handful of times but never really bothered to pay attention to their restaurants. Andre's is a small little restaurant tucked away into the front corner of the casino. If I remember correctly, it's almost directly across from ROK. Onto the food! Started off with the Pan-Seared Foie Gras and the Escargot de Bourgogne. The foie gras is on par with most of restaurants. Seared with a port reduction you get the best of both worlds: fat and alcohol. It's a good thing that most restaurants give you two to three credit card-sized slices of foie gras because any more of it could destroy your body! As I mentioned before, the foie gras was pretty good and a bit on the lean (less fat content) side. Very flavorful and worth the try. The escargot was surprisingly delicious. I suppose any seafood garnished and infused with spices topped off with a bath of melted butter makes any chewy sea creature taste that much more exquisite. I wish I had pictures to show, because the presentation of the entrees were delightful. Onto the main entree. I had the Cervena Venison Loin that evening and it was simply awesome. Normally, venison ends up being a little gamey in taste and a little dry (think of buffalo steak vs. prime rib), but the way Andre's prepared it is something to revel about. Tender, juicy, slightly red, garnished with delectable vegetables and other garnishes, and strategically placed next to a pool of jus/sauce...[beam of light shooting through clouds]... So with that said, I just have to say that you have to try it out for yourself. So in addition to the venison, I had the opportunity to sample several of my friends' dishes as well. The Prime Angus Ribeye and the Muscovy Duck Breast were equally as excellent that evening. As you can imagine, a medium rare ribeye is THAT good, and a duck breast topped off with a pomegranate sauce is also THAT impressive. I would definitely return for a repeat visit and try their other entrees.
(4)Hildee I.
WOW! Truly amazing! The host promised us great risotto but we got more then that! First, the ambience is intimate and elegant. The chef, Gary, came out and explained the risotto options as well as all of the specials. Gary came out again to serve our main course and to grate white truffles onto the bowls of mushroom risotto. We started with crawfish bisque that is topped with puff pastry, deelish. I had the dover sole, it was light with delicate flavors. For dessert we shared the lemon peach souffle which was the perfect finish to a perfect evening. Thank you Gary and the entire staff for treating us like gold!
(5)Eun Jae G.
it's my first experiencing french food.. it was a top notch service and food.. the pork belly was the best.. scallop was great.. omg.. i told them i didn't like wine.. but i'm pretty much okay with sweeter ones.. my waiter was like.. this is not on the menu, but u like sweet wine.. so i bring you this one instead.. lol.. it was great.. thanks, good waiter! :D
(5)Benton K.
The food was absolutely incredible and so was the service. Classic French cuisine perfectly executed and worth every penny. We started with the seared foie gras and escargot, both of which were excellent. For entrees, our group of five got the Muscovy Duck (x2), the filet of beef, the veal, and the lobster thermidor. As expected, all were excellent. The Kahlua souffle was not as flavorful as it should have been, but the mixed berry souffle more than made up for this minor hiccup. Since we went to see The Beatles' "Love" show at the Mirage, we ate very late and were the only people in the restaurant, however, the service was still impeccable and genuinely friendly.
(5)Troy V.
From the Versace china, intimate and richly decorated dining room, impeccable service, to the large selection of wines and classic French cuisine, Andre's exudes class. When combined with top-notch food done to perfection, it makes for a very special and memorable meal and the perfect place for a romantic, celebratory dinner. Escargot-Tasty Seared Foie Gras-Just right Lobster thermador-Heavy in a perfect and delectable way. Venison-Perfect! Vegetables-Cooked perfectly. One of the only times I would actually want more. Pinot Noir- Nice selection chosen by the sommelier. Went well with everything. Souffle-This is the only thing I had a slight problem with. Instead of going with a classic chocolate or Grand Marnier, we opted for the white chocolate with mixed berry souffle. Although unique, I don't think it worked too well. I am no authority on souffles but in my opinion ion it was too mushy inside, the consistency of oatmeal. It was relayed by our waiter that the use of the berries caused the mushiness. Makes sense but my argument would be to not serve it then. I wasn't there for uniqueness but solid, mastered classics.
(5)Monika M.
I cannot say enough about how amazing this restaurant is. The sommelier was super friendly even though I ordered a low-middle range shiraz instead of the wine he recommended. Everything that came to our table was incredible. All of the food was soooo good. Service is impeccable. Andre himself came out to say hello. Might be my second favorite restaurant in Vegas (L'Atelier being first!).
(5)Elizabeth S.
the fanciest restaurant I've ever been too, for sure. It was crazy expensive but since we don't normally do that sort of thing it was lovely. the service was spot on, the decor was edgy and classy, the food was delicious and complex and I really found myself thinking about each bite. I would definitely recommend this place because the staff takes your dinning experience so seriously and the chef obviously takes so much pride in his work.
(5)brandon n.
went here a few weeks ago and it was great. only issue was we went to the bar 1st and they had a 2-1 drink special. they transfered these drinks to our dinner tab which was what they wanted but they didnt give us the 2-1 on these drinks. not major but just annoying. i blame this on the bar. so i wouldnt recommend the bar but the resturaunt was fricken awesome. we loved each dish.
(5)Andrew W.
This is fine french. When you come here you'll feel like a carnegie or a getty. Luckily, you don't have to be in order to get in but it will help to cover the bill. I assure you though, its well worth it. Try the dover sole.
(5)Lauren W.
My husband and I ate at Andre's last Thursday. We were at the Monte Carlo to celebrate his 30th birthday and to see Lance Burton's show. We had intended on going somewhere else for a drink and pre-show snack, but found that location to be too crowded and boisterous. After having walked passed Andre's probably three times that day without noticing it, we finally saw it. The bar looked quiet, welcoming, and elegant. We sat down for a drink and discovered the 2-for-1 martini special. My husband is not much of a martini fan, but I talked him into trying a Lemon Drop. The bartender mixed the smoothest, most delicious Lemon Drop either of us has ever had. The French Martini he made for me was also impeccable. I wish I had caught the bartender's name, as he was friendly, knowledgeable and warm, easily encompassing all the qualities of a fantastic bartender. After a bit of encouragement from him, my husband and I looked around the rest of the restaurant. What a sight! So beautifully decorated, inviting, elegant and comfortable all at once! When we expressed our regret at not having found Andre's sooner, the bartender let us know about the Theater menu. We immediately made reservations for after the show and looked forward to it throughout the evening. When we arrived for dinner after the show, we sat in the lower level room. I cannot get over the amazing color palate and attention to detail in the design of the room! The room is romantic, chic, and warm. The wait staff was just as friendly and welcoming as the bartender was. Our meal, also, was divine. I had the spicy crayfish bisque, which was buttery, rich, and velvety. My husband had the prix fix Theater menu with the Carpaccio, steak and chocolate soufflé. Everything was heavenly! It was the best meal we had while in town AND the best dining experience we have had in a very long time. I cannot say enough about the staff, the restaurant itself, and the food. I plan to tell everyone I know about this fantastic "hidden" gem and the amazing time we had there. Andre's made a special night all the more special and memorable.
(5)Momo K.
food is tasty but i can't imagine paying more than 15 dollars of food that they actually put on the plate and i actually paid 75 pp. considering it is restuarant week, their selctions were faily limited. portions are small, but if i had to eat 3 bowls of bread in addition to 5 courses paid 75 and afterwards, go out to order salad from another cafe to feel okay full, it is not worth it.
(2)Charles S.
I have to say that eating at Andre's is always an exceptional dining experience. Chef Greg Engelhardt is no doubt the most passionate chef I've ever met. The ambiance in the newly remodeled Monte Carlo location is exceptional. The staff is always very friendly and extremely professional. My family and I have lived in Las Vegas for twenty years and have had no dining experience to compare with this fine restaurant. Always a treat! Very special!!!
(5)Stacey B.
What an outstanding dining experience! Myself and three others initially wanted appetizers in the lounge but were told that apps were only served in the bar area downstairs. They explained there was plenty of room in the main dining area so we decided to have dinner and boy were we glad we did! The atmosphere is perfect and the service impeccable. I chose the 7 course tasting menu and one other guest did the same. The other two had lobster thermidor and a filet. Most of the dishes in the tasting menu were outstanding and just a few were very good. The lobster dish was incredibly flavorful and the lobster was huge. The filet was ordered well done and according to the guest it was cooked perfectly. I wish I would have noted each dish in the tasting so that I could have described each in my review, but I will comment on the finale which was a chocolate souffle. OH MY GOD was it good! The waiter placed the souffles in front of us and poked a hole in the top and proceeded to pour a decadent, silky and warm chocolate sauce into the hole. The souffle was so light and fluffy and loaded with flavor. It was a sacrifice but the two of us did share with the two who didn't order the tasting menu and everyone loved it. This is definitely a Monte Carlo gem and I will definitely dine here when I return!! (One last thing to rave about...we all tried the escargot too.........to die for!!!!)
(5)Gourmet G.
Andre's Monte Carlo, voted the #1 restaurant in Las Vegas by the Zagat Guide and a number of local publications, is one of four Vegas restaurants overseen by award-winning chef Andre Rochat. Our dinner here was one of the highlights of this particular stay in the gambling and entertainment mecca, where sumptuous all-you-can-eat buffets tend to outrank upscale eateries in popularity. Rochat's seasonal menus feature classic French cuisine, and every mouthful is a little bit of heaven. There's no problem meeting the minimum charge of $35.00 per person, but we felt the high prices were in keeping with the quality and quantity of the food, the spectacular atmosphere, and the impeccable service.
(5)Pumpkin P.
Really really good food. The dining room was beautiful and small. But it was really chilly for me. Anyways, we had reservations for a party of 3 and were seated immediately. We ordered melon studded foie gras, escargot and sweet breads for appetizers. They were all very good but the portions were also very small. I had the fig stuffed quail and lobster bisque as my entree. For some reason the lobster bisque tasted very strange to me, and it also had lobster sausage in it which also tasted weird. The quail was delicious, kind of hard to eat because it was so small and had bones in it but it was tasty. My fiance had the rabbit, at first glance the portion looked teeny tiny but he's pretty big guy and it ended up filling him up and he wound up not even finishing the dish and neither did I. He loved the rabbit. All in all, it was on the pricey side but worth it if you want to go to a nice dinner while in Vegas.
(5)jan d.
The perfect place for a special celebration. We had a wedding party of 20. A call to Andre's planner Jana Southland was all it took to put in place a perfect evening. Jana was so helpful in putting together a great menu connecting me into the their wine Somali to pick super wines and Tammy the pastry chef did a beautiful wedding cake . We all meet upstairs in the lovely lounge for a cocktail first. Then the dinner in the Terrace room- beautifully decorated. Our relaxed leisurely dinner started off with a champagne toast and then then our lively bunch grew quite when the food arrived. OMG the food was so good and so beautifully prepared! The cold trio appetizer with shrimp was a standout and that tete de moine cheese they put on the caesar wow. Everyone loved their entree and the chocolate cake with chocolate mouse and raspberry filling - chocolate fix! Lori our server made sure everyone was cared for and made the bride and groom feel very special, we had 2 children in our group and Lori made extra sure that they were always a part of the party. Everyone was very happy and thought it was the best part of the day. Yoy will love it!
(5)Alyssa E.
My boyfriend brought me to this restaurant for a special dinner date a month ago. The decor was simple yet very elegant, which was complemented with dim lighting for an intimate dinner atmosphere. We don't eat French food very often so no expense was spared. I had the Duck Confit salad and escargot to start, and my date had the lobster bisque and sweetbreads. Of course we shared so that would could enjoy a taste of everything! The bisque was creamy and perfectly seasoned. The escargot with pesto was also delicious..and the salad as well. The sweetbreads are a MUST!!!!!! Melt in your mouth and bursting with so much flavor! For the meal I ordered the salmon, and my date ordered the lamb. Again.. the food was so wonderful and the staff was attentive and friendly. The waiter gave an excellent recommendation for champagne and desert. If you go to Andre's and don't order a souffle, you are doing yourself a great disservice. I tried the white chocolate and my date had the grand marnier. Small tastings of food were brought to the table in between dishes to clease the palate. Please please please don't hesitate to ask for advice on the menu because everything looks so amazing that you couldn't possible know what to eat without getting some further advice. We spent two hours in a private booth, enjoying the most wonderful meal... and Andre even came out to greet the customers for the evening. This place has been voted #1 in LV many times over. If you want to impress a date, client, or just treat a loved one to the most fabulous meal, this is your place. Very romantic for that special someone.
(5)S and D H.
What a gem!!! Chef Gary and his staff deserve 20 stars *********************! S&D dined here on their first wedding anniversary, and were most pleased. D just hasn't quite gotten over the caramelized pork belly, nor the rack of lamb. S is still quite smitten by his Dover sole. I mean, you can't even get this most places, folks. Seriously -- with the 2 for 1 martinis and the high quality of the food, how can you go wrong? OH, but wait. Throw on top of that the intimate dining setting and the to-die-for over-the-top graciousness of the staff...every night you dine at Andre's will be a night you will never forget. We'll be back for more, Chef Gary. It was very nice to meet you. S says that he promises to take me there every time we go to Vegas (without the kid). :)
(5)Eric Y.
Great French food. The lamb chops was fantastic and the pan seared duck was out of this world. Excellent service.
(5)Daniel P.
This review is for the cigar lounge. This place is a hidden gem! I found this place while searching for some activities to do dying my bachelor party. This is a small and intimate lounge located upstairs from the restaurant but completely separate and private. I came here on a same day reservation with 20 people and they still gladly accommodated my party. They had sectioned on an area for me before arrived and I was greeted upon arrival. The selection of cigars and cognacs and wells at scotches and other drinks was superb and being served on an iPad was a cool feature. They were even able to turn on the hockey game for us and when I thought they were going to ask us to keep it down the manager came in and actually turned up the game on the tv and closed the doors so we could have more privacy. The space was very masculine and upscale, perfect for a bachelor party outing. Alfredo the chef d etage provided excellent and personalized service to each one of us even though it meant going one by one to offer the best experience possible explains the cognacs and cigars and that was truly appreciated. The sommelier had put together 3 different cognac flights at 3 different price points for the group which I though was great. I chose the rare cognacs and they were very exquisite. Alfredo even came back and offered me a sample of an extremely rare and fine cognac as a gift for my bachelor party. Really a great experience overall the entire group loved it and I will definitely be back.
(5)Corey W.
What a find. We were behind schedule before the Blue Man Group show and couldn't get into Wicked Spoon at the Cosmopolitan. We went to Monte Carlo hoping for the best and found Andre's within sight of the Blue Man theater. A very unassuming place, it looks like a tiny bar. We later found out it was a high-end restaurant and were impressed with the cigar and cognac room upstairs with working fireplace. The two lovely ladies behind the bar were very helpful. The redhead reminded me of Annie Wersching, a beautiful and talented actress who I had worked with in Hollywood. When my wife showed the redhead Annie's picture, it made her day. We wanted a quick bite and the happy hour menu fit the bill. My Lower Manhattan was the best drink I had in Vegas that weekend and my wife enjoyed her vodka-based drink, as well. We shared the beef sliders and fries and they were amazing. Moist, flavorful and cooked perfectly, just one for each of us took care of our grumbling stomachs before the show. The bartenders told us the chef was famous and we concurred: the food was as good or better than our steak at Phil's Steakhouse. Next time my wife and I will go there for a sit-down dinner. In pinch, the happy hour bar menu is fantastic.
(5)Cindy R.
It was great! We each did a different tasting menu. Every item, from foie gras to souffle melted in your mouth!
(5)Cori B.
Where I come from, vegetarians don't go to french restaurants because there is nothing for them. Most fine dining has nothing for us either. So, I've had a serious gap in my foodie life until this point. We choose Andre's because I read they do a full vegetarian tasting menu along side a full regular French offerings. They have also done vegan tasting menus (but they need a bit more notice). I love LOVE this. I can't believe I've been to vegas a few times and didn't figure out that many place cater to veggies like myself (also check out the Wynn - they ALL have full Vegan menus every day). We did a tasting menu with wine pairings. I have to say I died a little with each course it was so delicious. I don't usually eat so much heavy on heavy food in a meal and that would be my only complaint but I understand that's a bit of a staple of French dining. One of the dishes on the menu had tofu, candied Brussels sprouts and cranberry sauce. I winced a bit because I loath Brussels spouts but I have to tell you I LOVED these and I could have eaten many more that I was served... now I just need that recipe and a time machine so I can back in time and give it to my mom when I was young to save a lot of kitchen table fighting in days gone by. The wines selected were amazingly matched to the food. My favorite whine was a late harvest with chocolate (I'm so bad with details sorry) paired my chocolate flour less cake. The dessert was amazing and then with a sip of that wine it came alive and I felt like I never wanted to eat anything else again and risk loosing that flavor. It's almost worth the return flight for that dessert and pairing alone! Service is seller. Atmosphere is charming, traditional french with a modern edge. I liked the fine china and hand polished silver place settings. I highly recommend this place - it's a major splurge but it's a highlight of my trip for me. PERFECT for a special occasion or just an "I'm worth it" dinner.
(5)Cecilia H.
The food was amazing. The service was personalized with a greeting of "happy anniversary" by the host, waitress, and manger. The décor was very nice with whites light blues and silver throughout.
(5)Stan S.
A true oasis in the desert ! Once seated, the hustle of Vegas is left behind, at least for short time. Food creative, service exemplary ...and the soufflé is the best around.
(4)Micah B.
Friendly staff, delicious food and an amazing atmosphere. Perfect for a date. Check out the upstairs and the selection of vintage cognac. Put it on your bucket list, I'm telling you....
(5)Attisyn C.
Quite lovely. I tried the "Marti Gras Martini," Aka the foie gras martini and it was a creamy dreamy delicious cocktail! And it came with a plate of four "accompaniments" to eat on the side. PS. Only while drinking this is it appropriate to take a duck lip selfie. Somebody tell all the girls.
(4)Winé C.
You know what's so crazy is that I have been disappointed by EVERY French meal I have had prior to Andre's and still came here because this was my proving factor. I have to make sure, I really hate French food. And I don't, Andre's. Because of you, I do not! High prices and small portions is pretty much how I would sum up all the French restaurants I have been in, so the quality of the food have much greater stakes than anything else I have ever eaten. It definitely feels a little pretentious, but I came in with my leggings and t-shirt (I'm on vacation dammit!) and was treated with as much respect as all the suits and dresses coming in through the door. First and foremost, Foie Gras. It is illegal in California (the real question should be, what isn't?), I completely believe that there are overindulgent poultry so don't hate me for loving its overindulgence. It was ordered in addition to our prix-fixe. It's heavy flavor was perfectly complimented by the cinnamon apple reduction drizzled expertly to build its flavors slowly. Perfect, melt in your mouth experience. Now, I can go on forever about how great our service was and how everything we had was delicious. Ridiculously delicious. And to top it off, I was full. I had to contemplate how to walk out of the place gracefully because I loved everything and almost licked the plates clean, so I was feeling like a tub. But, you really need to come and see this for yourself. There was, however, one thing I didn't particularly find captivating and it was the truffle emulsion seabass. The fish was on the bland side and the asparagus felt foreign the the dish. Andre's holds a well-deserved Michelin star. You need to go. Bon Appetit!
(5)Bill L.
I've always had fond memories of Andre's since I first went many years ago to commemorate some occasion. I don't remember what we were celebrating anymore, but I remember having a really nice meal. So when my wife and I had an occasion to celebrate, I asked her if she'd like to go, and off we went. It was... okay. Maybe they were having an off night, or maybe it's because I've eaten at a lot more fine dining restaurants since I first went to Andre's, or maybe it's just because my tastes have changed. But it wasn't the great experience I remembered, and I left feeling kind of disappointed. It was good, but there wasn't anything memorable about it. I can't even remember what I had except there was duck involved. I realize that part of the fault is my own; I let my expectations get too high and I guess I was bound to be let down. But in a city full of really amazing restaurants, I still feel like Andre's needs to do more to distinguish itself and not just rest on its (considerable) laurels.
(2)Melissa O.
Andre's was one of the best dining experiences my boyfriend and I have ever had. Their dining room is tucked away behind closed doors and off the casino floor, so the dining room was very quiet and peaceful, that being said, there were only about 4 other couples there for a 9 pm reservation time. We went for their M club member pre fixe menu for $60, which we thought was a great deal! Our steaks were delicious and the creme brulee trio was amazing! I was able to use my check-in on yelp for a free cocktail of their choosing! If you are looking for a romantic evening this is definitely the place to go!
(5)Rob P.
Andre's was my first stop for Restaurant Week, and I don't think I could have asked for a better meal. I'll say it was probably my favorite meal so far this year, though Sushisamba's omakase is a close second. For $50.12, I was treated to a four course meal when a lot of other RW menus were only 3 courses. Seemed like good value, and I've never tried Andre's before. While waiting for my table, I ended up chatting briefly with their bartender. She's from Croatia, which I am a huge fan of. This girl is so hot she's worth going to the restaurant for alone! Before the first course came out, I was given an unexpected amuse-bouche. I wish I could remember what the waiter called it, but it was tasty. There's pictures above of this item, as well as the rest of my meal. The first course was "Roasted Corn Soup With Warm Crab Salad, Garlic Chips And Chive Oil." I'm not a big soup fan, but this was fantasic. Amazing flavor, and a generous portion. The second course was "Butter Lettuce Salad With Crispy Duck Confit, Toasted Almonds And Cherry Vinaigrette." Another delicious item I wasn't expecting to enjoy that much. The duck was very tasting, I just wish there was a little more dressing on the plate. I was then given a palette cleanser, a little bit of gelato. I've never seen that before a main course, but who am I to argue. I actually never ordered my main course. There were three choices, and I skipped the chicken and narrowed it down to "Grilled Rib Eye Cap With Anna Potato, Broccolini And Horseradish Beef Jus" or "Seared Scottish Salmon With Spinach Gnocchi, Heirloom Tomato And Truffle Beurre Blanc." I had just had steak the night before, or I would have ordered the first choice. Instead, I told the waiter to pick. He brought a steak knife, so I figured that was that. I actually thought (since I'm a poker player) that it would be awesome if he was trying to trick me and brought me the salmon. But what waiter would think of that? RICARDO DID! The salmon arrived, and I was both disappointed and delighted. In the end, it was really a delicious main course and I'm not unhappy at all. Perfectly cooked salmon, and the gnocchi were fantastic. For dessert (I could barely eat anymore!) they brought "Cocoa-Nut Marquise With A Banana-Lime Sabayon." I know like 2 of these words, but my taste buds liked all of them. The entire meal was first class, with the manager coming over to chat with me at one point. The dining room is small and has a great vibe. I have 0 complaints about this place and can't wait for the next Restaurant Week to eat here again.
(5)Samantha L.
I was in Vegas this week and purchased a travelzoo deal for Andre's. It was a three course prefix meal for two. My expectations were definitely surpassed. Everything tasted so good that I didn't want to stop eating even though I was stuffed. I will definitely return to Andres next time I am in Vegas. The creme brulé was amazing. The steak was flavorful. And the lobster bisque was to die for.
(5)David K.
Got the tasting course menu, with the foie and wine. I almost passed out because the items were so good. GET THE FOIE. GET THE FOIE.
(5)Ashley B.
I would say this was more of a 3.75 experience, but we must round up to 4 stars. My friend and I dined at Andre's at 5:30 PM with a TravelZoo coupon for $99 which gets two people two pre-fixe three course meals with two cocktails. Yes, that is an amazing deal, so basically $50 per person (with gratuity included). Andre's gets two-thumbs up for the deal in the first place, and even more thumbs up for quickly providing the pre-fixe menu selections to us and delivering our complimentary cocktails amazingly quick as soon as we sat down. Andre's is a fascinating dining experience, with a quiet, dark, yet very refined dining room. The servers are quick to please and you can tell they enjoy the food, explaining it, presenting it, and even, in a flourish, taking it off your table when you are done. I absolutely adore the gold dome covers for some of the dishes that come out. I also truly admire their plating and the colors of the plates/style which reminded my friend and I of Tiffany's. Appetizer - Foie Gras with fig/apple reduction. A medley of savory and sweet, cooked perfectly, with a slight, crisp exterior, and a melt-in-your-mouth, buttery interior. Presentation could use some refinement, but overall pleased with the dish. (BTW - this was not on the Pre-Fixe Menu) Pre-Fixe Starter: French Onion Soup - Ee gads, the soup was inedible. I tried to eat some, but could not. The top was charred too much. It must have sat under the broiler to melt the cheese for too long. One of my croutons simply looked like a black coal, I kid you not. Entree - Rib eye, with potato cake and broccolini. I have never been a fan of broccolini. I would much rather have plain old broccoli, mostly because it's just easier to eat. However, it was well cooked and had a bite to it, so at least it was not flaccid and inedible. The potato cake tasted like hash browns, but in a square cake form. The rib eye was tender, ordered medium, and honestly very good. Although I recently had a more expensive rib eye that has kind of ruined a lot of meat for my in general. None the less this one was the best part of my entree. Dessert - Creme brulee with seasonal fruit. Presentation was perfect, but the bowl was too shallow! Ahem, I mean, I can always use more creme brulee! Although the portion was small, it was still a creamy creme brulee, with only the slightest crackle to the top, which I prefer over a harder char on my dessert. Overall Andre's is kind of a diamond in the rough of Monte Carlo. It should definitely be on any fine-dining "must do" list though. I would certainly return, especially since they appear to feature seasonal tasting menus and happy hours.
(4)David S.
For this month, they are running an all day happy hour in the bar and in the cigar lounge. The special is 5-6-7 in respects to $5 beers, $6 specialty cocktails, and $7 small plates. Their cocktails are good. Most of them are light and refreshing for the summer. It is a deal compared to the regular $14. I had the Moscow Mule and the And A Twist. The former was my favorite. The latter had too much residual sweetness to it. Both are light and scream quintessential summer drinks. I only ordered the sliders while we wait for the rest of our party. They were much better than I had expected. Two mini burgers topped with caramelized onions and blue cheese on a a buttered brioche bun with a side of fries run $8 right now. They were the perfect bar snack.
(4)Parker S.
Came here with my wife and a Travel Zoo voucher. We were very pleased with the experience. Ambiance: The place is small. Probably 10 tables and very nicely decorated. The doors to the place are also nicely sound proofed so you get an intimate experience even though your in a casino. Service: Excellent. Very friendly from the start. Not over bearing but on top of drinks and just the right amount of time between courses to allow for a relaxed dining experience without making you feel like they forgot you. Food: Really good. Really Really Good. With the Travel Zoo voucher it was $99 for 3 courses and a champagne drink for 2 people. You don't get the full menu but rather what seems to be a designed travel zoo voucher, but the selection was still fantastic. For appetizers, I had French Onion Soup...awesome. My wife had lobster bisque, which was good...probably not as good as the French Onion but still very good. Entress. I had the Sea Bass which was awesome. My wife had the risotto which was also awesome. Between the two, I don't know which was better. I would gladly eat both. Dessert. I had some sort of camelized banana and ice cream dessert which was good, not my favorite dessert, but i'm not a dessert guy. My wife had the chocolate suflee (sp?) which was good and very rich. In addition to the entrees we received an small appetizer from the chef that included a vegetable croquet and something else (can't remember). Both of these were awesome. We also received a small plate of different chocolates that were awesome. Drinks: We received 2 free champagne drinks with the Travel Zoo voucher which were fun. Basically, champagne with some grenadine and a cherry. We then switched to a cucumber - gin cocktail, which was really really good. I would love to have the recipe for this. These were really good...the only downside is they seemed a little pricey, but the place is upscale so the prices were on par for cocktails at a 4-5 star restaurant. Overall, the place was great and I'd come back in a second...especially with the Travel Zoo voucher. WIth the voucher it definitely gives you a top notch Vegas dining experience at a reasonable price.
(5)Kellee K.
Wednesday, we had reservations at Andre's for 7 o'clock. When we arrived it was nice to be so warmly welcomed "Oh, right this way. We have a table ready for you." And sure enough, we were seated a table set for three. Little touches like this don't go unnoticed. To get us started we received a amuse bouche a caviar creme palette cleanser. Breads followed, and we tacked on the wine pairing for $25. Reisling, Chardonnay, A French red with a name that escapes me and a dessert Reisling. Our first course was Roasted Corn Soup with Warm Crab Salad, Garlic Chips and Chive Oil a beautiful soup with delicate flavors. Next, was Butter Lettuce Salad with Crispy Duck Confit, Toasted Almonds and Cherry Vinaigrette. Clean and crisp, with a hint of richness just to be naughty. Seared Scottish Salmon with Spinach Gnocchi, Heirloom Tomato and Truffle Beurre Blanc and Grilled Rib Eye Cap with Anna Potato, Broccolini and Horseradish Beef Jus. Both dishes were cooked to perfection and nicely prepared. We finished with Cocoa-Nut Marquise with a Banana-Lime Sabayon for dessert. This was a decadent dish without being overly sweet. Tartness from the lime helped to balance the flavors and the banana flavor added a playful element. Food and service were solid. Andre's is a class act through and through.
(4)Mary R.
We went to Andres with an offer from travelzoo and boy am I glad we did. We were greeted by the hostess as soon as we arrived and were quickly escorted to the dining room. The dining room has a nice decor, a little dim but at the same time quiet and cozy. We were greeted by a very cheerful very friendly server who gave us a very warm welcome. Some restaurants tend to treat those customers with discounts as inferior but not at Andres. They brought us our menus and drinks and then some wonderful crusty bread and butter. The chef sent out a few special tastes which was a nice touch. The food was amazing the cremè brûlée was among the best I have ever tasted. We will definitely plan to go back here on our next trip to Vegas.
(5)Mr N.
Living in Las Vegas and always being around food has taught me a thing or two about eating out. I was a patron of Andres downtown, loved the small feel and personal touch offered so the first time I went to Andres at the Monte Carlo I wasn't sure what to expect. Upon making your way through the casino you find yourself at the end to the left you see the sign for Andres with a hostess booth and a classy bar. Just past the hostess booth to your right is the entrance to the dining room, if you go straight ahead you see stairs. I turn right and the doors open to a small yet beautiful and intimate room, with no more than 15-20 tables. The food is most excellent and I have never been disappointed with any of the dishes. I try to mix it up and get something different every time. Upstairs, another bar, cigar lounge, more seating, and the restrooms. ;)
(5)Jennifer K.
Such a classy place! My bf and I came here for dinner, but before our dinner reservations, he wanted to do some cognac tasting in their cigar lounge upstairs. We were led upstairs and were the only ones up there. Real intimate. We were able to take our time and relax up there and once we were done, we were led to our table in the dining area.. Beautiful ambiance. Nice comfy booths. Food was exquisite. Service was impeccable. Lovely dinner! :)
(5)Nat W.
Highly recommended! We actually had planned on just checking out the cigar lounge, but ended up eating dinner first in their restaurant. We were not disspointed. I had the potato crusted sea bass with a homemsde pasta in a truffle sauce, so delicious! My husband had their filet and lobster, which was do tender and melted in your mouth. The service is impeccable! They really go out of their way to make you feel comfortable and we'll taken care of. After dinner we went upstairs to the cigar lounge. The lounges ambiance is perfect! Relaxing, romantic, and intimate. The great service continued and it was such a perfect way to escape the craziness of Vegas and share a great cigar and cocktail. Definitely a must!
(5)Jonathan A.
Our meal at Andre's was fabulous. We had 5:30 reservations on a Saturday night. We were immediately seated. The service was phenomenal all night. We opted for the 7 course menu. Items included (you had two options and we generally ordered one of each and split): beef carpacio, waldorf salad, foie gras, creamed vegetables, jumbo scallop, mushroom soup, sweetbread blanquette, pumpkin risotto, duck breast, a pair of cheese dishes, a pear pie and a chocolate souffle. Highlights of the meal included the carpaccio, foie gras, rissotto, duck, and the cheese dishes. All of the dishes were unique and excellent. The presentation was top notch. We had a show at the Paris (Jersey Boys) at 8:15. Soon after we ordered I grew concerned that the meal would take too long. We spoke with one of the servers who said they would speed everything up. They did an excellent job and we were done promptly at 7:30. The service at this place was as good as good as it gets. If you are looking for a high end tasting menu at an excellent French restaurant, I would highly recommend Andre's.
(5)Aja A.
Oh this was delicious! I went on a double date with my brother and his wife and I am so happy they found this place on travelzoo. We did the 3 course $89 and it was fantastic... I had the lobster bisque, roasted chicken and creme brûlée. Everything was so flavorful and service was great too. My husband got the flat iron with an add on lobster tail And loved it too. We will definitely go back
(5)Keila N.
The bartender was very cordial and helpful. I would have asked for his name but I didn't want to creep him out. There are ipads that are placed on the counter. You can browse the menu and order through the ipads. I thought that was innovative. The escargots was delicious. We had drinks too, which were perfectly made.
(4)Gary C.
We went to Andre's to celebrate our anniversary. The service and food were incredible! The food was great, but the service was definitely the best we have ever had. We had the Scallops for an appetizer, and they were Ok. But for our entrees we had the 2 pound Lobster Thermidor and the Green Peppercorn Filet. The Lobster was amazing and it was not a small portion! The Lobster at Andre's is probably the best thing I have ever eaten! The Filet was excellent, but even the sides and sauces were great as well. The dessert was also very good. We had the Chocolate Souffle, and the Grand Marnier Souffle. It was all really good! I would go back because the meal was in the top 3 we have ever had, and the service was the best we have ever had anywhere!!!
(5)Ramy D.
Everyone knows once you decide to like something and if asked "would u eat it again" and the answer is yes than you know this is the PLACE to come back too. They got us start with the Bread with three different butters, by the time our drinks made it to the table, it was time for refill. I don't remember even chowing the bread. just simply amazing w/ their butters Yum! Our main dishes were poussin AKA chicken (wife), and the seared scallops (me) after finishing it honestly from the bottom of my heart and full stomach i wanted to ask for another one! But i knew I would over do it. So i surrendered. Overall, amazing taste, good food, great services and one awesome BILL YEAH bout that its a little out of your average budget. Can't wait to come back again.
(4)Frank H.
I can absolutely recommend this restaurant for any foodie, couple or group. I took four people there with the offer from travelzoo. Would have done it without, but the offer made it even better. A little advice: Explore the wine list. We started with a California brut champagne. We then had the Cherry Tart Pinot with our main course. We spent a lot of time with the sommelier and he was more than accommodating. After dinner two of us had a flight of cognac, along with a nice port. All the wine worked perfectly with the food. For the first course we had the salad, carpaccio, onion soup and the lobster bisque. All were excellent. We returned the salad, needing to have a second salad with dressing on the side, a request the staff honored quickly. I added a second course of the seared foie gras since good food is illegal in my home state of California. The treatment was distinct and excellent. Cooked perfectly. For the main courses, we had the halibut, the flat iron steak and the duck. Each was cooked perfectly. I asked for medium rare on the steak, it was perfectly and precisely cooked. We all had soufflé for dessert. The presentation for each was very good, the service was top flight and the experience was absolutely as expected. As others have said, once you are inside the restaurant you will have no idea you are inside a casino. Also, a prior post expressed regret over the perceived dissimilar treatment received as a result of using the TravelZoo offer. We looked for any sign of this and saw nothing. We were served and treated as well, perhaps even better than others. One member of our group has some significant food allergies and our waiter worked through the entire list. He made sure there was no shellfish in the sauce, brought her gluten free bread and made a gluten free soufflé for her. In all it was an exceptional experience and we would certainly eat here again.
(5)Jennifer H.
I went to Andre's during the restaurant week of 2012. Honestly, tasting menu of restaurant week was not too impressive. But I definitely got what I paid for. It was good. Don't get me wrong here. However, the appetizer and cocktail drink I ordered were superb. I would like to only talk about highlights of my meal in this review. (skip restaurant week tasting menu) **Foie Gras Martini came in two part ($18) 1.) Martini made with foie gras, honey, tahitian vanilla & vodka (served by table side) Enjoying foie gras in form of cocktail drinks was filled with excitements n surprises! 2.) A glass palette of accouterments go with Marti-Gras cocktail includes ice cream, macerated berries, caramelized pears and candied walnuts. It was perfect wonderful way to enjoy liquid foie gras with these accouterments. I tried each sip with different accouterments and enjoyed it in 4 different ways. It was just truly amazing experience! **Pan seared duck foie gras ($28) If you are foie gras lover and would like to get best worth value of foie gras dish in Vegas, this is the ONE. There is no other fine dining restaurant in town that chef is generous enough to serve big piece of gras on menu for this price. And it was the best seared foie gras I had so far. (I've been to Twist, Le Cirque, L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon, Mix, Aureole, Eiffel Tower, Bouchon, Comme Ca, Mon Ami Gabi) It was prepared in exactly same way I would like foie gras to be done. Having buttery foie gras and caramelized apple dipping with port wine reduction melt in my mouth is like foodgasm!! It was great mixed of flavors. It's absolutely the best value of $28 I ever spent!!! Overall, I had a wonderful wonderful dinner at Andre's. It was great I could have foie gras in both new fashion and traditional way at same night. Shout out to big foie gras fans out there "This is the one!!", "Don't miss out!!"
(5)Bex B.
The service was spectacular and the food was too. We did a travelzoo deal, which I feared might result in less service, but it was not the case at all. We had a wonderful 3 course meal, and added on the lobster too. They had a special on wines over $100 so we took the plunge to compliment the meal with a French Burgundy and it really stood up to the expertly cooked meal as well. I'm not typically a dessert person but the chocolate souffle was mouth melting heaven. Definitely coming back! And hopefully getting my wines in there too ;-) I think it'd be good company. Oh and the decor was beautiful, elegant yet intimate too. Nice big private booth type seating. Oh la la! I can't wait to return!
(5)P C.
In a word, Amazing! Never have I had Lobster Bisque as wonderful as this. It was served in a giant saucer with 3 little red peppers stuffed with lobster meat. The Bisque was then poured out of a small metal pot. For the entree I had the center cut ribeye, medium. The char was perfect and the meat pink, served with a burgundy sauce. I had a side of buttered asparugus and potato puree. The meat was tender and delicious the sides cooked to perfection. I wish that I could have fit some dessert, as it was they gave me 4 little chocolate truffles. Do yourself a favor come to Andre's. The food and service are perfect.
(5)Grace F.
Hands down one of my new favorite restaurants in Vegas. It was so good we had to come back. The service was excellent especially Alfredo. The wine list is on a ipad, how cool is that? So you just click a cocktail and it tells you exactly whats in it. For apps I got the beef carpaccio and my husband got lobster bisque, both were awesome. For dinner I had the chicken in some delicious sauce and the hubby got the duck, he was happy that it wasn't super heavy like some places. For dessert I had the crime brûlée. Even the drinks were outstanding, I had the lemon pomegranate martini. When we came back two days later Alfredo said he remembered us because of my smile, love to be charmed! This time we did a Vegas first and shared a cigar in the cigar room which had a beautiful fire place lit and a relaxing atmosphere. I can't wait to go back. Top notch.
(5)Marcel B.
I have had the opportunity to dine at Andre's twice in a few years and both occasions it deserved three stars. Today's event was no different. It started of with a lecture by the waiting staff that our TravelZoo coupons were not intended for our entire group, however, eventually it was all squared out and the waitress lightened up towards the end when she realized were a fun loving bunch. If I am not mistaken the place used to have or still has a Michelin star. In any case it definitely does not deserve one. I wouldn't say the food is bad but it's far from being singled out as a top standard. Let's face it the place is dated. Walls with ripped wallpaper, a sommelier who forgot who ordered the wine, and poorly timed service to name a few examples. I enjoyed the beef carpaccio even though the portion was on the small side. The lobster bisque was a bit on the fishy side and was not poured in front of you, something I always enjoy at a good place. The creme brulee was nicely done and excessively sweet and came with some fresh berries. I guess if this was a advertised as just a regular place I would give it four stars, but the hype around brought on some disappointment.
(3)L C.
Deeelicious and fancy. Going to Andre's was a great way to start a short vacation in Vegas. The ambiance was very intimate and quiet, despite the fact that it is next to the casino at Monte Carlo. I was with my mom and we both had a nice time. Service: Friendly, respectful, nice! Starters: Bread: Crusty on the outside and soft and warm inside. Good sign. Watercress salad: Came with thin slices of beef, parmesan shavings, lemon aioli, mushrooms, and toasted bread. AMAZING. We did not know what to expect when we ordered this, and we liked the very cute presentation. But the flavor of all these ingredients threw us back. I never had something so fresh and delicate on a piece of toasted bread! I guess molecular gastronomy experts know what they are doing. This all worked so well and was very impressive. French onion soup: A big cup of very flavorful broth, caramelized onions, thick gooey cheese and bread. It was piping hot and so very good. I went with a soup I usually enjoy, and this did not disappoint. Entree: Steak: With broccolini and mashed potatoes. A deceptively simple dish. The steak was tender, the broccolini crunchy, and mashed potatoes were probably more butter than potato but I wasn't complaining. Everything was juicy and perfect. Duck: Came with pieces of gnocchi, root veggies, and duck medallions. The medallions and sauce were too salty for me, but everything else in this dish was good. The duck was so soft and tender! I usually don't like duck but this was quite nice and did not have an overpowering taste. Dessert: Lemonade cake: Again, molecular gastronomy wins. This was amazing. I do not know exactly what the components to this dessert include, but it was sweet and tart and light and yummy.. just heavenly. I recommend this dessert. Chocolate souffle: I went with the safe choice again-- something I knew. This was fluffy and not too sweet, very much chocolatey-- what more could I ask for? We used the TravelZoo coupon for this place and I was glad I did. Not my favorite place to eat in Vegas, but this place is definitely worth a try if you are looking for someplace quiet and comfy but sophisticated. I would come back.
(5)Phil O.
A fantastic experience for our friends. Classy staff, and an incredible selection of Cognac and Armengac for my friends and I. Highly recommend!
(5)Gabriel K.
Great ambience and service except some food quality, malheureusement! I ordered French onion soup and duck for my entree. My friend ordered Ceaser salad and sea bass. My duck was really great but the few slides of sausage that came with it was salty. My friend's sea bass was very fishy and he was able to smell it when they brought it over. I was surprised for the food quality for a restaurant awarded Michelin 1 star. Since we were invited by another friend, We were not inclined to give any negative comment in front of our host. We later went to the cigar lounge which was very lovely. Overall, ok experience but will not go back if it's on my dime.
(4)Aaron P.
I did the tasting menu and everything we amazing. I highly recommend Andre's if you get the chance to try it. Look on travelzoo for the tasting menu.
(5)Jenna R.
Came here with my boyfriend for our 3 year anniversary and had a wonderful dinner! I had a coupon through Travelzoo for a 3 course dinner for 2 for $99. We had some add ons though: 2nd course and drinks. They even gave us some extras for our anniversary! Overall great dinner! Spent $300 including tip, drinks, and Travelzoo deal.
(5)Jason L.
We arrived about 45 minutes prior to our reservation and decided to check out the cigar lounge. I had a snifter of Courvoisier and a "Hemingway Short Story" cigar. As advertised, the air filtration system kept the smoke clear while we had our drinks. A group of 4, we all chose the 5 course tasting menu with wine pairing. The food and wine were excellent and the staff was friendly and accommodating. It was a 5 star experience, but I'm only giving the restaurant 4 stars because I can't really pick out a single course to write about - all great courses, but nothing really blew me away.
(4)jesse s.
My wife and I went there on a whim since we found a prix fixe Travelzoo offer. I had read some great reviews of the food but also read that some thought they were treated differently because they used the Travelzoo voucher. We didn't find anything questionable about the whole experience. It was ALL GREAT. We stopped in for happy hour before dinner and had a couple of drinks in the lounge. Very nice and cozy with a fireplace. Drinks were very good (my wife couldn't stop raving about their Cucumber Collins) and very reasonably priced, especially during happy hour. My wife had the lobster bisque, sea bass (with added lobster tail), and the chocolate soufflé. I had the beef carpaccio, duck breast (added foie gras), and the banana ice cream profiteroles. Every single thing was incredible. The duck breast and foie gras were the best I've ever had. And the profiteroles were perfect. To top it all off they gave us truffles at the end of the meal that we ate in our room later that were tremendous. Overall, if you want a top meal with top notch service and a wonderful experience, this is the place.
(5)Nancy T.
We ate at the bar during Andre's "5-6-7" happy hour. Beers are $5, interesting cocktails $6, and appetizers $7. The bartender who served us was excellent, crafted great drinks (I tried the Pomegranate Lemon Drop and the Cucumber Collins -- both delicious). DH had Batch 19 beer, a Colorado prohibition-era brew recipe. From the $7 app menu, we tried the sliders, juicy beef with roquefort on fresh house-made brioche, and added fries for $1 ... also enjoyed the charcuterie platter, combining meats, cheeses, pickles, toast, dried fruits, stone-ground mustard -- perfect bites of sweet, salty, tangy, spicy. And chickpea panisse featured moist triangles of chickpea patties topped with a tangy tomato relish ... sort of a super-fancy deconstructed falafel. We also "splurged" on the calamari petals from the regular bar menu -- that was $14. This is a nice twist on the traditional calamari rings ... here, they're flat, oval shaped pieces of squid, fried with a crunchy coating and a lemony aioli for dipping. Mmmmm. This bar menu is a great deal ... and it makes me want to try Andre's for dinner, because the chefs showed great care in preparing all our food.
(4)Tamara Z.
Some good and fancy food in a nice place. But compared to other of the fancy restaurants on the strip, this food is just ok. Like relatively speaking it's not that great, but compared to non fine dining spots this place is amazing.
(4)Parsa B.
Andre's is the epitome of fine French dining. Located in a quiet corner of the Monte Carlo, it is unassuming from the outside. However, this restaurant is a Michelin-starred gem of a find in Las Vegas. The atmosphere is simple and elegant: no unnecessary decor and some lovely chandeliers serving as the only decorative attraction in the room. Voices were hushed to a comforting hum, and there was a shared intimacy unique to this place. As other Yelpers have done a thorough job posting photographs of various courses, I'll just give a written description. We were complimented an amuse bouche of a chorizo and mustard green croquette, served with creme freche, before our appetizer of pan-seared foie gras arrived. The croquette was a nice surprise, being surprisingly light and airy, despite the rich and heavy reputation of chorizo. However, the foie gras was astonishing in its complexity and quality. One of our servers mentioned it was one of the chef's signature dishes, and joked that often the quality of a French restaurant is measured on the foie gras alone. There were hints of smoke and cinnamon, in addition to a mild nutty flavor that persists even after your sip of wine. I've had foie gras only about 6 or 7 times in my life, usually at French bistros, but this one is the clear winner. You may prefer escargot instead, but it would be a pity to pass on this specialty of the chef. The second course was lobster bisque, and it was fine. High quality ingredients speak for themselves, and there were no additional twists on this classic bisque: creme, tomato, lobster, and maybe a touch of saffron. It serves its purpose: it's seductive and comforting as you eat it, and then you promptly refocus on your wine and the next course. The entree for me consisted of seared duck breast served over a duck confit, alongside a yam gnocchi. I'd had a bad experience with a duck breast entree not long ago at the Signature Room, atop the Hancock Building in Chicago, so it was with significant trepidation that I chose this dish again. However, the duck breast was perfect: tender as a filet mignon and spiced just perfectly. While I'm not a fan of sweet pastas, the gnocchi worked surprisingly well, but the confit was a bit too salty for me. My fiancee had the ribeye cap medium, served with broccolini and mashed potatoes, and she adored the beef. She was less enthusiastic about the vegetables, but I tried her ribeye and it was magnificent. We finished the meal with creme brulee and chocolate souffle, which were both an excellent finish to the meal. The magnitude of our fullness struck us only as we put down the dessert forks for a final time, and we looked pensively at each other once four complimentary truffles arrived at our table. I managed to consume two before formally submitting, and the other two were smuggled out for later. This bistro is superb. It seems Chef Andre's philosophy is to provide a classical French dining experience, with just a few deviations in the recipes of non-crucial dishes. There is a remarkable balance between complexity and subtlety: it was almost as if we'd alternate between courses that required attention and focus on flavors, to courses that required only basic awareness. The result is a challenging and wonderful meal that does not carry a risk of 'taste fatigue.' I would whole-heartedly recommend this restaurant. Bon appetit!
(5)Stan C.
We came here with the TravelZoo voucher, $99 for dinner for 2 in an upscale restaurant. We were taken through the bar area, through very heavy double doors to a smallish dinning room in the back. It was very cozy and quiet. You would not know you just walked through a busy casino to get here. We started with french onion soup and lobster bisque. The french onion soup was good but the bread on top was a bit too soggy for my taste. The lobster bisque was excellent. For my main course, I had the sea bass. It was cooked perfectly. Very flavorful and moist. My wife had the flat iron steak Also cooked to perfection. The side of veggies and mashed potatoes were excellent. My dessert was the chocolate souffle. The waiter served by poking a hole in the top crust and pouring chocolate sauce in the center. Wow - that was good. The drinks that came with the voucher were a champagne and grenadine mixture. Not my favorite (no option when you come in with a voucher. Tip - don't get the drinks with the voucher, Save the $10 on the voucher and order the drink you really want). Overall, this was a first rate experience with truly outstanding service and ambiance. Highly recommended.
(5)Lei T.
Need to update my review on Andre's Cigar and Cognac lounge! I've been here numerous times now, I've been to every Whiskey Wednesday event thus far and have to say the team at Andre's ( Tanya and Patrick) always strive to give the best service! Not only are they attentive, they know their stuff! Ask them about any cigar, cognac, whiskey, etc, they will tell you a little bit about what you are drinking and recommend others for you to try! I was thoroughly impressed with Patrick on my last visit, I was there to celebrate my birthday and we had dinner down in the restaurant before going up to the lounge for after dinner drinks. Even though I usually come for the Whiskey events, I am a cognac drinker at heart. He recommended a wonderful cognac to go with my cigar. Not only did he recommend a great cognac, but also told me about a tasting flight of cognacs and armagnacs. OH MY GOD...I would never had gotten the chance to try the bottles he pulled if he had not offered that, I highly recommend doing a tasting flight at Andre's if you get a chance! Patrick took the time to show me each bottle and tell me a little about where it came from and the history of it. Very impressive is all I can say! Again, thank you SO much Team Andre's!!
(5)Steph P.
Romantic and intimate dining experience. We dined around 8:30 on Saturday evening of Restaurant Week. When I booked the reservation earlier in the day I had requested a cozy booth, which they explained they were busy, but would make an effort to accommodate if possible. Upon arrival, there were about 5 other tables dining. They showed us to our lovely round shaped booth reminiscent of something you would see in a romantic film. As soon as our water was poured we were treated with an amuse bouche of creme caviar, which means "amusement for the mouth" in French. The amuse bouche is a small bite before the meal begins in which the chef welcomes you to his cooking style and gives you a hint for what lies ahead. My palate was dancing with the intensity of flavors from a single bite sized morsel. As the flavor swirled about my palate I knew that I was in for a real treat as I watched the wait staff serve other diners from a wheeled cart, in which each dish was covered with fancy silver cloches. Does it make me a total dorko for feeling giddy and thinking "neato"? Since this was my first time dining at Andre's I did a little homework prior to our arrival, and discovered that the most popular dish among the restaurant staff is the Pan seared foie gras with poached apples & creme anglaise. It's been years since I've had foie gras. This dish was without a doubt the single best thing that slide onto my fork that night, maybe even in the past year. The foie gras was so rich, buttery, and melty on my tongue, in fact I would describe the flavor of what you might expect if butter was a meat. The creme sauce was so delicious that had I not been in a fine dining establishment, I would have licked the plate clean! We were now ready to start with the 4 course restaurant week menu, which we opted to add the additional wine pairing package. First course consisted of a roasted corn soup with warm crab, garlic chips & chive oil paired with a Reisling. Delish for me, but they didn't have an alternative dish set up for people who are allergic to shellfish, such as poor Dave. Second course was a butter lettuce salad with a (small) crispy duck confit, toasted almonds in a cherry vinaigrette paired with an old world style Chardonnay. It was tasty, but mostly lettuce and little else. Third course was a choice of: 1) Grilled rib eye cap with potato cake, broccolini in a horseradish beef jus 2) Pan seared chicken breast with panzanella & balsamic chicken jus 3) Seared Scottish salmon on a heirloom tomato with spinach gnocchi in a truffle beurre blanc sauce He selected the real winner here with the grilled rib eye cap. What a wonderful, perfectly cooked, succulent piece of meat. Being on a mission to find the best salmon buerre blanc since I first tried the mind-blowing dish at Morel's (during the Spring 2012 Restaurant Week) led me to order the salmon, which did not compare to Morel's at all. First of all this course was paired with a heavy GSM red wine regardless of which dish was selected. The wine completely overpowered the fish. I asked if I could have something else, which they said they're not supposed to do, but would try. They asked if there was one of the previous wine pairings that I would like to revisit. I asked for the Chardonnay, however was served the Reisling, then the server disappeared and did not come back to check on us. Secondly, the salmon was overcooked and a little dry. Third, the spinach gnocchi was also overcooked and a downright odd pairing with the salmon. Thumbs up for Dave's tender grilled rib eye cap, but not so much for my salmon dish. Fourth course was a rich flourless chocolate cake with coconut lime sauce and dried bananas along the side. Explosively rich and delectable, which we ended up taking home in a to-go box. The other real shocker was the loud club-like music playing just outside the restaurant in the casino. There was a runway where dancers were performing for the surrounding poker tables, in which the music was blasting. Every time the door to the dining room opened and closed, the loud music blasted into the small area that was otherwise filled with soft, romantic music. The casino might consider relocating the dance runway to another location further away from an intimate, not to mention expensive restaurant.
(3)Jae D.
My husband and I had the best experience at Andre's with the food and service. We were warmly greeted at the bar entrance then taken through a set of doors into a beautiful dining room. The maître d pulled out the table for us at one of those semi circle booth seats. He made menu suggestions clearly based on his knowledge and experience with the menu. The sommelier made the perfect wine suggestion and he wasn't trying to up charge us. We had about 3-4 servers serve us with total continuity and close attention. They were all very nice and professional. Ross was the best. We ate the Roquefort salad, pan seared food gras, sole and the lobster and everything was cooked to perfection. We went to Andre's based on an impressive recommendation from a friend. We'll pass it on to others.
(5)Gary K.
Got this "deal" on Travel Zoo for $135 - "normally $220." A horrible joke. Supposedly a five course meal. I think the total weight of items served must have been about 8 ounces. The carpaccio only covered a quarter of the plate, the "scallops" consisted of a single scallop each!! The pear for desert was about the size of a small tangerine. I've never seen a ripe pear that small! They brought out covered plates in order for us not to be shocked until they removed the cover. Should have asked for a magnifying glass to find the food on the plate. It was like the Mad Hatter's Tea Party - it was hilarious. If it wasn't for the bread and butter we would have starved. Of course drinks are not included. To add insult to injury you get an additional $35 bill tacked on for service, tip, and tax. Would have preferred a gourmet meal at MacDonalds. I almost forgot to mention this place has all the ambiance of a restroom. No windows - small interior rooms. There was a private party in the main dining area so they put us in an elevator and put us in what I call the "annex" upstairs with even less ambiance - looked like a converted hallway! Avoid this scam at all cost!
(1)Lindsay R.
Amazing! Great service, the best food, seriously outstanding. We went for my sister's birthday and they were so accommodating and awesome. I couldn't possibly say enough great things about Andre's!
(5)Lori F.
We had a cognac tasting here, and the entire experience was amazing and nothing like I have experienced anywhere. Their Chef d'Etage Alfredo took care of us! He explained the different kinds of cognac, the flavors and was all around very attentive. He also helped my friend pick out a cigar that went well. I wish we could've ate there as well. I'll be back!
(5)Lauren B.
Went out for a romantic dinner at this cozy little french spot. We were seated in one of the tall booth's that had a very intimate feel. This restaurant is very traditional french, nothing new or contemporary but, flavors were excellent and well executed. We were going out after to meet friends after so we were on a time constraint and were not able to do the tasting menu however, had an appetizer and two entrees. AMUSE BOUCHE - artichoke soup with a foie gras reduction. This was nice and thick. Lately it seems like everyone is doing some sort of potato soup amuse bouche and they are starting to all taste the same. The artichoke was a nice change and bottom of the soup had foie so of course, it was delicious. It was chilled and rich definitely only need a couple bites. PAN-SEARED FOIE GRAS caramelized apple, five-spice crème anglaise, port wine reduction. Pairing with a Royal Tokaji 2006. This dish was almost like a dessert. If are squeamish about duck liver this dish might convert you. The foie light in flavor and extremely soft like butter. The Tokaji went very well with the dish. MAINE LOBSTER THERMIDOR- asparagus, white mushrooms, tarragon, brandied cream sauce. This was an entree lobster with mash potatoes at the bottom. It was delicious and very filling. I guess an entire lobster is a lot, huh? :P MUSHROOM RISOTTO - with freshly shaved Perigord truffles. This was probably my favorite dish. The risotto was cooked perfectly the mushroom were earthy and tender. When we walked into the restaurant you could smell the truffles in the room. Fabulously!! Corkage is $50!!!!! So yes, this means don't bring your own wine. ha ha!
(4)Philip T.
Valentine's day dinner and so thankful they didn't do a lame pre-fix menu for the "holiday". The reviews were pretty much solid and really helped with what to order. I honestly had my mind made up before I went into the place :) Started with a couple of champagne cocktails at the bar before going upstairs to the main dining area which were great. Then the hostess let us through the elevator door while she shot up the stairs to meet us as soon as our doors opened. We were seated by the wall across from the elevator entrance. While this wasn't the best area...this place isn't really that big so I couldn't be picky for such a busy evening. It turns out it wasn't a big deal since there were that many people coming after us since our reservation was at 8:30. Might be a little annoying during peak hours. Staff was great. Everyone from the bartenders downstairs to the hostess to the sommelier and servers. All top notch. Appetizers: Pan-seared foie gras, caramelized apple, five-spice crème anglaise, port wine reduction: This was simply incredible. The apples and creme really gave it a great mix of flavor. I could've had this as an entree!! This dish will be the biggest reason I come back. Bison carpaccio: I thought this was just ok. There would be no way to tell that this was bison vs cow but the presentation was unique and tasted great with the truffle and watercress. On a side note...I REALLY wanted the escargot but my wife isn't that big a fan. I also questioned whether 3 appetizers for 2 people seemed excessive. Entrees: I had to go with the lamb since so many of the Yelpers said it was the best lamb they'd ever had. Awesome dish. I went with medium rare but I think I should've opted for medium. The cous cous that sucked up all the lamb juice and side of squash were great companions to the lamb itself. My wife went with her usual filet mignon. Pretty good but its hard to justify the price with so many great steak places in LV. If Carnevino's filet is a 10..this was a 7 at best. Thank god we ordered the chocolate/strawberry souffle in advance. Otherwise we probably would've been too stuffed to order it after the entrees. So worth it!! I also liked the cigar lounge. Comfy chairs with a fireplace really set a nice mood. Perfect place to finish off your bottle of wine after dinner. Overall a solid v-day dinner!
(4)Jenn G.
If you're looking for that special experience in Vegas, this is the place. They have the most amazing food paired with a fantastic wine list. The wait staff are as perfect as anyone could hope for and I wish I could eat there every night. They're in the Monte Carlo and they also have a bar area and a cigar lounge. I've utilized all three and have absolutely no complaints. I go every time I'm in Vegas. My only complaint is that I don't live close enough. Thank you Andre's for being you! Also, do your research, sometimes travelzoo or yelp have coupons for some major discounts!
(5)Calgary G.
Simply the best elegant, excellent food fine dining has to offer! It is expensive but classic french fine dining is as it should be. From the appetizers to the dessert, everything was exquisite and will be back for more!
(5)Beryl C.
Attended a bachelorette dinner party at Andre's. We had a large group so we were seated in the dining room upstairs. At first I thought it was a really cool concept to have a private room for us. The decor was nice with the chandeliers and blue walls. Alas, the private dining salon was not so private because shortly after we were seated, a loud chattering group occupied a table behind us. The food was just OK. There was nothing spectacular about the lobster bisque. Immediately regretted this ordering decision and I wished I got the escargot instead. For my main course, under a section called "Andre's Classics", I ordered the pan seared duck breast with duck sausage. I couldn't even find the duck flavor and this dish might as well have been chicken for all I care. The sausage was the most flavorful thing on the plate but was a bit too salty. I had great expectations for this dish since it's a $44 price tag for duck. Seriously. Tried a bit of the chocolate souffle and it was the best thing I had all night. I would describe the service as sketchy. Their ipad for the drink orders was broken but no one could supply an alternative menu. Early in the meal, the waiter hovers over the table with truffle in his hand and asking if you would like some shavings in your soup or dish. Hmm, kinda like when they ask if you want some pepper. I had to ask if they charge for this (I know that truffle is pricey) and looking like he got caught red-handed, he says it's $8 a gram. Most people would not think to ask this question so they would have been surprised by the extra charges after their meal. I probably wouldn't care as much if I was there for date night but I'm paying for myself, dammit. And we also noticed price discrepancy on how much the dishes cost on the final bill. Had to ask the waiter to bring the menu back and yes, they up-charged our group for some of the dishes. I really don't mind splurging on a nice meal and great service but Andre's was lacking.
(2)Darlene B.
This is an update based on the fact that the wine my husband drank and emailed to himself via the iPad wine list never was received. If you offer a customer the option to email something to themselves so they can get the wine or drink another time it really should work especially if you end up spending $200 on dinner for two. Won't go there again.
(2)Donovan B.
Quiet, charming, (surprisingly) casual, and very delicious. I took my girlfriend here on a Saturday night for dinner before our show. The pan-seared foie gras is as excellent as what the other reviewers have said; the Colorado lamb is the best that both my girlfriend and I have ever had; and the Maine lobster thermidor is an inspiration. According to our server, Andre has been making two signature dishes for over 33 years: the lobster, and the sole. Being a big lobster fan I had to go for it. It's lobster meat taken from the lobster, cooked in a cognac sauce with mushroom, and placed back onto the lobster tail for serving. Obviously, I found it extremely delicious, but I was also very pleased with the portion as there was a LOT of it. The lamb wasn't as inventive but also very impressive in taste. It was cooked just perfectly and arrived with two different sauces, both delectable. They really complemented the meat and made it fun to eat. Our server was very helpful and attentive. He learned early on that we were running short on time and had just an hour before our show. He let the chef know, and at the end of the meal helped us get out quickly. I was a little sorry to have to do this because you go to a quiet and elegant place like Andre's to enjoy the ambiance along with the food. I normally would stay to chat and just take advantage of the setting, but it wasn't possible this time. But I know for sure Andre's left us wanting to try more, like the souffle or the sole. We'll be back, and next time, we'll stay in our booth a little longer.
(5)Steven L.
My bachelor party team and I went upstairs to the Cigar Lounge in the Monte Carlo. We were greeted professionally and politely. Treated like VIPs and were taken to the whiskey/cigar area. We had the room to ourselves, which was nice. The sommelier was a real professional. Very knowledgeable about what he was serving and was an excellent touch to the establishment. They are lucky to have him. He suggested some excellent choices and gave us samples so that we can know what we were getting into before we made a selection. Unfortunately, during our time there, 2 of the dudes in our team starting having some heated words together. He provided some input, politely, about how to handle such situations and was very classy and respectful about it. Later on, showing even more respect, he apologized for having an opinion on the matter. We didnt mind, because he did it with such smooth finesse that it was necessary he did what he did. We had a toast and I gave a small speech about the bachelor. It was a perfect place for a couple gentleman to begin the night before we became a team of degenerate that were about to get rad all over Las Vlegas. Excellent place. Excellent staff. Excellent selection of fine whiskeys. I would recommend this place to anyone!
(5)Moldie S.
The service was superb! The food - freaking salty! First taste was really good, but towards the middle of the meal, felt like I was just eating salt. We had the Escargot - salty. I had the Lobster Bisque soup - salty. My friend had the French Onion soup - super salty. Even the rib eye was salty. I'm glad we didn't pay the full price and used Travelzoo voucher, even with the voucher, I'm not sure I would come back. It really felt like we paid $200 for salt. Should have gone to dinner somewhere else. Disappointed...
(2)Jessica G.
What a wonderful experience! This isn't our first time at a Michelin star restaurant or a fine dining French restaurant so we do actually have something to compare Andre's to. Neither of us had heard of the restaurant but there was an amazing deal being offered on Travelzoo so we took advantage. Regardless of the fact that the restaurant is located in all the hustle & bustle of the Monte Carlo hotel, once you pass through the main dining room doors, you're in an amazingly intimate, quiet space. The offer we were using was for a 3-course tasting menu. They started with a complimentary amuse bouche then we both had soup (lobster bisque & French onion), both delicious. They had a special on foie gras so we splurged and both ordered one. The currant tart that accompanied the foie gras was excellent and the foie gras was delicate and creamy. For our entrées, we had duck & halibut and opted to add the lobster tail option. All delicious, especially the duck. Dinner came with glasses of champagne but I also got a pomegranate lemon drop and my boyfriend got a glass of wine (the cocktail was sweet & sour & delicious). For dessert we split a crème brulee and a lemon cake. Everything was really fantastic and service throughout the evening was great. My boyfriend is a chef at a restaurant back home so, after chatting with the chef a bit, was invited to see the kitchen (made his night). It's not an inexpensive meal but really delicious and quite a treat if you're looking for somewhere to have a special evening.
(5)Ryan I.
To be honest, I've never heard of this place prior to my last Vegas trip. We came here on the recommendation of my friend, celebrating my bachelor/birthday party. It was my first time at a Michelin Starred Restaurant and it did not disappoint. Service was superb, they even replaced your napkin when you went to the bathroom. Most of my friends had the 7-course tasting menu, in order to sample the foie gras. They had a five course tasting menu, minus the foie gras. I guess that's how they get you. The sauce the came with the foie gras was on the sweeter sauce, but complemented it well. Definitely, a dish I would order again. Surprisingly, the winner of the night was the duck breast, which I ended up ditching in favor of a Saffron Risotto. Big props to my friends for letting me sample some of theirs. Normally, I'm not a big fan of duck; Andre's knew how to cook it to perfection. A+. In addition, this place has a Cigar/Whiskey Bar on the second floor. Great place to chill after a meal. Overall 4.5 stars. $$$
(4)Jodde M.
My fiancé and I were just in Vegas and ate here twice. I will start from the beginning and say that the customer service was bar-none. We were seated promptly and our server came to take our order right away. We had gone there on a Travelzoo voucher, but intended to go for a five course tasting menu too. After learning that the prix fixe menu was largely featured on the tasting menu, we wanted to change some of our order. They actually let us, despite the fact that they had already started making some of our courses. They bent over backwards to give us out of this world service! We got a delicious amuse bouche, the ingredients of which I can't quite recall, but I can say that it was a red soup with white fish in it. While my vegetarian fiancé got the same, they were kind enough to take hers back and make a special amuse bouche just for her, a pea asparagus gazpacho. She typically does not like asparagus, so it was surprising that she quite enjoyed it. Of course, the purpose of an amuse bouche is to highlight the chef's palate, so we had high expectations as to what was to come next. We were not disappointed. For my first course, I had a lobster corn bisque while she had a house salad. She is usually disappointed by house salads, but this one was expertly done, crisp and flavourful. I savoured every bite of my bisque. For the mains, I had an potato crusted sea bass, while she had the the butternut squash risotto. Again, risotto is not one of her favourites but the worst part of the dish for us both, I suspect was putting down the fork. The bass was flavourful and had an excellent mouthfeel. My palate was tantalized with each bite I tok. My beau was in culinary heaven herself. For dessert we had creme brûlée and a banana soufflé. Both of these were delicacies. The brûlée was perfectly torched and the soufflé could not have had a better rise. At the end, the chef had a special surprise which is best left for the reader to discover on their own. When we went back for the five course tasting menu with wine pairings, we both had the pea asparagus gazpacho as our amuse bouche, and I got to see just how delicious my fiancee's previous amuse was. I had the beef carpaccio this time, which was expertly sliced and seasoned. I added white truffle shavings to it for an extra $15, (white truffles are NOT cheap,) and my mind was completely blown. She had the chilled fennel and carrot soup with a marinated apple salad. She loved it. She had a vegetarian thermidor, a lobster thermidor without the lobster, and was astounded. I had the seared scallop and felt no differently about my dish. The wine pairing was fantastic, as it was throughout our meal. We had an expert sommelier who was willing to take the time to give us a bit of an education on the wines we were having and why. All of the food, by the way, was as beautiful to look at as it was to eat. Our next course braised beef cheek for me and chestnut crusted tofu for her. Every detail made the dishes shine, even the polenta frites, essentially french fries were to die for! Next up was a pan seared duck breast served with jicama and duck confit. I marvelled in the culinary prowess of the French, as did my fiancé with her butternut squash risotto, though she had had it once already. Our dessert was a flour less chocolate cake paired with a Napa Valley late harvest chocolate wine. The cake danced on our tongues all on its own, but with the wine it was like upping the tempo to a staccato. I cannot over-recommend this place. The food and service are just stellar. If you are in Vegas and have a few hundred bucks to burn, burn it where they won't burn your food, but burn into your memory instead. Unforgettable, unbelievable, unmissable.
(5)Shawn H.
This review is for the Cigar Lounge and Whisk'y Wednesdays event...not the restaurant itself! First of all, this place is small...surprisingly small. Downstairs is a bar...a single stool style bar...that's it. You go upstairs, and the dining area is to the left. It looked like there was about 4 tables that seat about 8 people each...that's it! Even the bathroom is TINY, with the door pretty much hitting the guy if he is washing his hands, and almost the other guy at the single urinal...you kind of see where I am going with this lol. But the cigar lounge is actually a good size, and the bar within it is very very impressive. I came here for the WW, which included a tasting of 5 different types of Whiskey. The whiskey themselves were not very memorable for my palate, but I was glad to have tried them! However, what was memorable was the great conversation and intimate setting! Everyone, from the servers, the bar staff, and my table's company were all great. This was a very relaxed setting, and I had a wonderful time here. The servers were also knowledgeable of their product, and answered any questions we had and talked about other drinks as well! I just received an email with them saying that Whisk'y Wednesdays will be EVERY week now! I can't say that I will be here every week, but when I run into a selection that I am curious about, you CAN'T beat the value and setting here! Essentially AYCD for a nominal $25! Top notch!
(4)Darcy R.
We dropped in here a few nights ago. We got lucky and hit the two for one drink specials. The atmosphere is very chill and I felt comfortable as soon as I sat down. Our bartender was by far one of the coolest that we have had in a long time! I wish remembered his name since we spent 3 hours with the guy (Just ask for the guy who used to live in Lake Tahoe) He is kind and full of great stories. He made some fantastic cocktails including a lychee martini and a chill thyme drink that was ridiculously tasty. It was our anniversary and at the bartender made us feel so special! I totally enjoyed this place and will hit it up the next time I am in Vegas!
(5)Robert E.
We had a wonderful, relaxing dinner at Andre's during our recent stay in Las Vegas. Everything about the meal was outstanding. Coming from California, it was a real treat to be able to get foie gras, and it did not disappoint. Each course was delicious and well paced. The service was attentive, but not overwhelming. I highly recommend Andre's for anyone in Las Vegas looking for a quiet, relaxing, and romantic dinner with excellent French food.
(5)Mark F.
Amazing. Best way I can describe Andre's. I did get the travelzoo voucher- I highly recommend that, unless money is no object for you. :) The french onion soup was the best I've ever had- and my wife got the crfeme brulee, we both agreed it was the best we've ever tasted. The chocolate truffles and chocolate souffle were also wonderful. Only thing I did not love was the lobster bisque- but that's also because it's very rich, too rich for my taste. Highly recommend the bar upstairs as well. Hate the cigar smoke, but the $25 tasting of 5 scotches on whisky Wednesday was amazing!
(5)Sergei N.
So we came in here a while ago for dinner and it was a great experience. The service was a bit on the stuffy side for me but friendly and attentive. I think between the service and food it was exactly what I expected, but not mind blowing. I think you have certain expectations when coming to these type of restaurants and all of mine were definitely met. We got a couple of lobster thermidor, I believe a steak, some escargot, some veggie stuff, tasty booze and some other random stuff that I don't recall at the moment. The lobster was very very delicious. It seems like most people who've had it would agree that its a dish you will love. We did have this random question as to whether the lobsters were live in a tank back there or if they were frozen and got the "Oh yeah they're live" response, which seemed odd somehow but its fine. They're delicious whether they're clubbing them in the head 12 feet away or at a different location. They don't parade them in front of you prior to dinner so its a mystery! Overall very enjoyable and relaxing time. Dinner takes a couple of hours so keep that in mind if you're one of those "get the food and get me out of here" people.
(5)Eric F.
Ambience: 4 Food: 4 Service: 5 Price: 4 (TZ voucher) Overall: 4.22 Came here with a Travelzoo voucher. $99 for a roughly $200 meal at a Michelin star restaurant so I thought I'd give it a try. I had the french onion soup and the woman had the lobster bisque. The onion soup was really good but the bisque was just okay. I had the duck breast and the woman had the flat iron steak. I thought both dishes were very good. Ordered the foie gras add for an additional cost and it was just okay. Overall, a good dining experience but I wouldn't pay full price. Also, the restaurant was dead for an 8 pm Friday dinner. Not particularly late for Vegas but still. If I had to pay full price, Price score would be a 2.
(4)Mike F.
Andre's is old-school elegance. The food is 5+ stars, but at a fine-dining (translation: expensive) establishment you are paying for the entire experience: I had a couple issues with our evening. 1) We were seated at a table right next to the kitchen door. There was a CONSTANT flow of traffic in/out of the kitchen: that was VERY distracting and REALLY disrupted the meal. If we were at Denny's... no big deal, but this place had a Michelin star. They should just remove that particular table and that problem would be solved. 2) We did the 7 course tasting with wine pairings. While the food was worthy of their Michelin star, the wine pairings were TERRIBLE!!! We never saw a sommelier and I got the distinct impression that they were just trying to get rid of their already opened bottles of wine. Additionally, the wines were of low quality and most of the pairings made absolutely no sense. A fine-dining restaurant can't afford to let a poor wine program ruin the experience for its customers. Andre's is something of a forgotten gem. If they would pay a bit more attention to details, I have no doubt they can regain their glory. But unfortunately, you only get 1 chance to make a first impression and I'm not sure that I will be going back any time soon.
(3)Christine N.
Love Scotch? Love cigars? Andre's is the place to be!!!! Amazing ambiance. Casual dress is fine for the cigar lounge area. They have a fantastic line up of scotch and whiskey choices for connoisseur. Try the Ardbeg Supernova... if it is on shelf long enough...
(5)Misty K.
I'm a foodie, and I've been to many of the high-end restaurants in Vegas, especially the Michelin-rated ones. I was eager to try Andre's after reading the reviews, but it just wasn't all I hoped it would be. The service was good. The server was friendly. However, when I told him I didn't like my cocktail, he said "well, now you know you don't like it for next time." He could have at least pretended that he cared. Btw, it was the foie gras martini, which I thought I would love since I love foie gras, but like many items in this restaurant, it was too sweet. The accompaniments they bring with the martini are fun though (caramelized pears, berries, banana ice cream). I ordered the lobster bisque, the seared foie gras, the scallops, and the rack of lamb. The lobster bisque was pretty good but I could have done without the corn infusion. The seared foie was cooked perfectly, but I agree with another reviewer that it was overpowered by the sweet sauce drenched on the plate. The scallops were very good and cooked perfectly. Probably one of my highlights. The lamb was also cooked very well, but again I didn't like the particular sauce they used, so I had to move the lamb onto another plate. I probably seemed very "high-maintenance" to the server, but I never ever have a complaint or accommodation at the other Michelins I've been to b/c things are usually prepared to perfection. Here, not as much. However, if you like your dishes sweet, this might be the place for you. All in all, the food was decent, but not as good as many of the other places I've enjoyed in Vegas. I would recommend Picasso or Le Cirque or L'Atelier or Joel Robuchon over Andre's.
(3)Jeff S.
We were on vacation and ate here on Easter Sunday. We both had the lobster thermidor, wow! Excellent. The crab stuffed shrimp as app's were to die for. The desserts including the "candy bar" were out of this world. The servers were very attentive to every detail. Great Place to eat! Will return!
(5)Micheddie R.
First, this isn't about the food. I made my reservation for this restaurant about a month before on their website. An hour before the reservation I decided to call them just to confirm the reservation and they don't have it! They said the restaurant has a private party. I was so bummed out. If they had a private party they should have called to let me know or blocked reservations from coming through on their site. I expressed my discontent on the phone but they didn't seem to care.
(1)Denise L.
So so so dissapointing! I'm being nice and giving 3 stars as the service and ambience was nice. We were excited to try this place because 1, it was in our hotel, and 2, it got good reviews. My friend's an exec chef, so I trust her judgment in food and such too, and she was highly dissapointed as well. We had to wait for awhile for our table as we got there 15 minutes late (but we called to let them know we'd be late!), and we checked out their menu and cocktails on the iPad. Doors open for us shortly after, and it was a really intimate and nice setting of booths and tables. The waiter, who we only saw to take our order and possible dessert order came and told us the best of the menu, etc. for our appetizers we started with the beef carpaccio and the scallop macadamia. we munched on the delicious baguette bread, and my friend ordered a cocktail that had earl grey in it, and it was a round ice that looked like a tea bag with the string and tag hanging from it. the hint of earl grey was really nice, surprisingly. the beef carpaccio was pretty good, the meat seemed to be very high quality. the scallop macadamia was HUGE, and the macadamia crust was really good. so was the sauce with it. for our entrees, my friend got the free range chicken that was stuffed with crab and mushrooms. I got the apple stuffed pork tenderloin. we shared our dishes, and okay my pork tenderloin was not good. it was cooked to a way where it wasn't very tender, and i couldnt eat more than a piece. the sauteed brussel sprouts were so salty, that all i really enjoyed from the dish was the mashed potatoes. i even started going back to the bread basket. my friend's chicken was okay, i cant really say the combination of the chicken and crab went well together, but the worst part was her tomato gnocchi. the part we had looked forward to most. i put one in my mouth and i wish i spit it out, but felt rude to do. i felt like i had just dumped a spoon full of salt into my mouth. it was absolutely disgusting. do they not taste their food before serving? the only thing good off her plate was the spaghetti squash. now, we should've said something and we were about to, but im not one that will complain even if they ask how the food is. I regret it though because really, no one should eat their tomato gnocchi. the sweets they give you at the end, they tasted like fondant. horrible. we were really dissapointed as we had looked forward to eating here. wouldnt ever come back.
(3)Lina C.
Probably one of the better picks in Vegas. I would give it a 4/5 in comparison to other Vegas joints. Meat was cooked to perfection - beef fillet gets 5/5!!! Lobster Bisque was tasty, though a bit salty... Good traditional french food.
(3)Akram b.
Good food but not deserving a five star. Lacking good Atmosphere and better service. I had dinner last Saturday and I would say it is not a repeat
(4)Thomas B.
My Sister-in-law got married and as we were staying in the Monte Carlo I suggested having a small reception dinner at Andre's because the concierge at the hotel said it was excellent. We were a party of 6 and were having a very nice time until the staff pulled a real dirty fast one on me. I swear if it hadn't been for this one greedy move I would be writing an excellent review right now. A couple that were sitting behind us at another table offered to buy our table a bottle of champagne and we ordered a bottle of Veuve Clicquot. We thanked them for such a nice gesture and went on with our meal. When I got the bill I noticed that I was being charged for the Veuve Clicquot and when I questioned it I was handed a cheap bottle of Andre's Champagne and told that this was what the other patron had bought us and that the Veuve Clicquot was not the bottle that he had bought so I had to pay for it! So my question to the waiter was then why was the Veuve Clicquot poured to me and my guests and not the Andre crap? Why wasn't I told? I ordered the Veuve Clicquot right in front of the man who was buying the Champagne and he smiled and nodded and said "enjoy!" The lie that the waiter was telling me was one of the dirtiest things that has ever happened to me in any restaurant ever in my life. I couldn't believe it. I asked to see the manager and he somehow was not available. So I held my anger, paid the bill took my "crap" bottle of Andre Champagne and left. Did I look like an idiot tourist? They sure treated me like one. So for the rest of my life I will trash this lousy restaurant instead of praising it.
(1)Hellen D.
I stayed in this hotel for my birthday weekend. I wanted a nice dinner to celebrate. I went here with a few of my close friends and had a wonderful experience. The seating was very secluded and elegant, we were able to talk at a normal voice. We had chosen the prefixed menu they offered. I'm not sure if they have that everyday. The portions for all of the food they gave you were huge. I was full after my appetizer and I still had my entree and dessert left. I would come back to Las Vegas to eat here again in a heartbeat!
(5)Steve J.
Located within the Monte Carlo, this French restaurant is first class all the way. Small, private, and quiet, the decor is stunning. The food is wonderful and the service is second to none. The price is also second to none, but worth a special occasion visit.
(5)Robert C.
Ultra expensive but if you are on an expense account, worth it. Amazing service, atmosphere and food. The bar is one of a few in Vegas that allows you to smoke cigars anymore. If you are looking to impress, this is the place to go.
(5)Jeri C.
Fois gras was over apples: delicious! Duck risotto: heavy, could use an acid. Yummy non the less. Pomegranite duck breast: tastey. Service: friendly & attentive Drinks: strong. Cost: an arm and a leg.
(5)Amber D.
My boyfriend and I share the same birthday, so we decided to try Andre's at the suggestion of a colleague and based on yelp reviews. As Charles and Chef Greg mentioned in their reviews, the new decor is beautiful. We loved it and it was very romantic but we were one of three parties in the restaurant at the time and the party we were sat next to was very loud and distracting. (On the bright side, I learned several new marketing techniques for Italian neighborhood's in New York. Ha!) We started with an amuse of chilled carrot soup with shrimp and a balsamic reduction. It was delicious! I've never been a fan of chilled soup but the flavors melded perfectly (and it got my boyfriend to eat vegetables, so hey bonus points). For starters, we ordered the pan-seared foie gras and the bison carpaccio. The foie gras was absolutely fabulous and really well complimented by the apple tart! The conversation that followed after I took the first bite: BF: Well, what is it? Me: Just try it. BF: Tell me what it is. Me: I'll tell you after you try it. Needless to say, he tried it and loved it. Then I told him what it was and he wouldn't eat anymore of it. Oh well, more for me, yay! I have never tried bison and was looking forward to it. It was very good and had a nice flavor to it. The pesto that accompanied was a bit overpowering for me, but it is possible I had too much on my bite. The arugula and pickled mushrooms were standard, nothing special to me. For our entrees, we had the filet of beef and the potato wrapped salmon. The filet was very tender, cooked exactly the way I liked and the hollandaise sauce went extremely well will the beef and asparagus. I did not like the potato and the onion confit (aka caramelized onions on top of potato slice). I felt as if the onion was overcooked giving it a slightly bitter flavor and although the crispness of the potato was nice, it lacked any seasoning. The salmon was cooked nicely and the crust was very crisp but it lacked any wow that you would expect from a place of this caliber. I think my boyfriend wished he had ordered something else. We ordered the grand marnier souffle and it was perfect. Very good. If you are not a huge fan of chocolate like me (yes, I am a female, why do you ask?), I would recommend this in place. And although we waited until our dinner was almost over, it really didn't take too long. But then again, I was enjoying my company. As for drinks. At the beginning of the meal, I was asked if I wanted wine. Well, I did want wine but the bf won't drink it and considering I am a petite young gal of 25, I figured I didn't need a whole bottle to myself. So I ask her if I can have a vodka martini and when I decide what I want to order, I would appreciate some help pairing a wine by the glass or maybe even a half bottle. Well, my martini came but my help choosing a wine didn't. So I stuck with my martinis which were fine but considering the extensive wine list, a little disappointing. Which brings me to my next point. The service was a little underwhelming. While decent, the only suggestion made to us was the foie. I would think that the server would like to talk and be passionate about the food and give us some suggestions when prodded. We decided to order salads after our starters but she never came back before our entrees arrived. I enjoyed the bread and spread but I ran out of bread and was never offered anymore. The water we were served was not cold and there was no ice in it (sorry, i don't believe in paying for bottled water). I'm not sure why the service at our table was lacking, as it clearly wasn't at the other two tables. I was looking forward to an unforgettable and memorable evening for our birthday and I left really disappointed. I really really wanted to love this restaurant. I recall when I was a teenager my grandparents would frequent the Andre's downtown and always raved about it. I've been waiting to try Andre's for years! I want to give it another chance, I really do but there are so many great establishments to try in this city. I wanted my taste buds to dance and I wanted to feel special and I just really didn't.
(3)Amanda M.
Very good food and exceptional service and ambiance. We started with champagne cocktails at the bar before moving on the to the downstairs dining room. The dining room is elegant and makes you forget completely that you are only a wall or two away from the casino floor. We had the lobster bisque, beef tongue, filet, veal loin, lobster, and chocolate souffle. The food was a bit rich (and the tiniest bit too salty) but the flavors were perfectly executed. The food was equal in quality to what we enjoyed in top restaurants in Paris last year. We had a lovely dinner and would recommend the place to anyone looking for excellent food and service on the strip.
(5)B T.
A very intimate place. The food was good but not amazing to justify the price. The seared foie gras was cooked to perfection. The poached pear was a nice addition but combined with the sauce was a bit on the sweet side. The first few bites of the rack of lamb with cous cous was amazing. Subsequent bites with big chunks of corriander, cadomom, and other various spices were a bit annoying.
(4)Lizzy H.
Andre's was excellent and the staff was wonderful. I enjoyed the spinach salad with duck confit as my appetizer and it was just a bit warmed over and completely delicious. For dinner I went for the lobster thermidor.....ridiculously well seasoned. The lobster and mushrooms melted in my mouth and adding asparagus was a ideal choice. Everything went well with the hollandaise-esque sauce it was smothered in. We ordered our dessert, souffles, at the same time as our appetizers. Glad I did, as I was stuffed at the end and may have passed, but I ended up trying three of them. Kahlua, Grand Marnier, and a yummy Roasted Peanut. Pricey, so be ready to pay at least $100/head without drinks or wine. You can bring your own nice bottle of wine, but know there is a $50 corking fee per bottle.
(4)Caroline F.
My friends and I went to try this restaurant because I read from a website that it is the best French Restaurant in the city of Las Vegas! After hearing that it's the best French food that you can find, my friends couldn't wait to try this restaurant. Upon entering the restaurant, I felt that the place was small but they had an upper level which was really pretty. The atmosphere and ambience is really how you would like it to be if you wish for a nice quiet and intimate dinner with your friends, family, relatives or loved ones. We took a long time to decide what dishes we would like to order as they had so many good choices and we just simply couldn't decide on one. In the end, we ultimately decided to try different dishes so that we would know which one we shouldn't order if we were to come back, and I hope we do! However, there was no such thing as "which one we shouldn't order" because everything was great. Since it's a French restaurant, they served us a complimentary starter for us to cleanse our mouth (I suppose) before starting to eat our breads, that came with 3 different kind of butter -- Black Olive, Normal butter and Tomato Butter and also before our appetizers came. For starters, we had: 1) Escargots de Bourgogne -- I had a bad experience with Escargot once and was reluctant to try this for the second time in my life. However, I'm glad I did try it because this was really good. It had a great texture and it was full of flavors from the herbs that it was cooked with. 2) Farm Raised Abalone Almondine with Celery Root Mousseline -- It was a new taste to my taste bud, I don't think I have ever tried something like this before. It was refreshing and I would definitely eat this again. 3) Spring Vegetable Risotto with Ricotta Salata and Saffron Butter, served with grated Black Truffle that they grate at your table. This was really good, even to me who dislike the taste of Black Truffle. I eventually took more of it despite the taste because I liked the texture and everything else on that bowl of Risotto. Yums. The next complimentary serving was a Pear Sorbet, small light and wonderful. Unveiling our food at our table, we had: 1) Muscovy Duck Breast with Red Rice, Bok Choy and Ramarind Sauce -- Thick cuts of the Duck Breasts, cooked to be a little pink, perfect texture and with vegetable on the side. What else could you possibly want other than this? 2) Veal Loin with Fava Beans, Angel Hair Pasta and Morel Mushroom Sauce - It was good, so good in fact. Pinkish thick-cut loins that you wish you had more of it on your plate. There are alcohol content in the mushroom sauce though, and it's pretty strong (or maybe it's my sensitive sense to alcohol). Not a very big fan of the Angel Hair Pasta but my friends loved it. 3) Prime Angus Ribeye with Macaroni Gratin, Asparagus, Roquefort Cheese and Pinot Noir Sauce -- Tender meat that you place in your mouth, with the flavor from the sauce, you can't go wrong if you order this :) 4) Rack of Colorado Lamb with Curried Risotto & Goat Cheese, Ratatouille and Lamb Jus -- My friend loved this so much that she finished the whole plate even before I finished 3/4 of mine. Once you put a piece of Lamb in your mouth, it will burst with flavors. Which part of that sounds bad? None. No meal is complete without desserts right? Next up was Souffles -- Chocolate and Pistachio flavored. Both was excellent. They pour the sauce at your table, after creating a hole right in the middle of the Souffles. The sides were a little crunchy while the middle part was soft, creamy and just awesome. Being a bigger fan of chocolate, there is no doubt that I chose that over pistachio. I just wished that there was a scoop of ice cream that could go along with it. At the end of our meal, we had a complimentary small-sized dessert and the plate was clean within minutes. There is no doubt that this restaurant is one of the best restaurant that I've ever been to. They showed their skills since everything was perfect. The price is on the higher end of the scale, so if you are not looking forward to see a big number on your check, I suggest that you shouldn't come to this place. However, you should indulge yourself if you are in Vegas to try at Andre's. You wouldn't regret your decision! :)
(5)david a.
Top notch experience from start to finish. My wife and I celebrated our anniversary and they did not disappoint. If you are into foie gras I highly recommend the foie gras martini which I had the fortune that night of having with truffle. The combination of the fat from the foie gras and the vodka made for an interesting buzz. Worth every bit of the $18. I would advise not having more foie gras as an appetizer as I was in overload. The rabbit was excellent served with a bold reduction. Although a bit small, the restaurant offered the necessary ambiance for the occasion. Left feeling satisfied without the necessity to feel full doing so.
(5)Kimberly F.
The service is top notch. The foie gras is to die for. The cheese platter is the most appealing in town. I, unfortunately, was alone when I stumbled onto this freshly-renovated Vegas gem. I moseyed up to the bar in my shorts, and was surprisingly greeted with a warm welcome. They rolled out the red carpet for me, in fact. I was lured in by the sign out front "2 for 1 martinis." The bartender made me an expertly prepared martini just the way I like it - slightly dirty with extra olives. Whenever you dine in a French restaurant, it's almost criminal not to try their foie gras. Andre's is delectable, a seared, generous portion served over sweet, cooked apples. The sommelier suggested a 2002 Riesling Eiswein (they don't offer a Sauternes by the glass) to pair with the foie. It was rich, creamy, sweet, and mirrored the dish wonderfully. Then the cheese sampler. It was served on a plate with separate, little nooks for the 10 or so cheeses that were each married with unique jellies. This dish was accompanied by a basket of sliced baguette and several types of crackers. Andre's has over 1,500 bottles of wine in their cellar. They offer 20 by the glass. The sommelier is knowledgeable and extremely approachable. The cigar lounge upstairs boasts an ideal setting for ending your evening with a fine cognac, Armagnac or port and a smooth cigar. They have a private room upstairs for parties. Andre's would be an excellent choice for a wedding reception. Thanks, guys, for the outstanding service and the warm welcome. I will definitely be back, but next time I'll bring someone to share it with.
(5)bobbi a.
Had a travelzoo coupon and would have never known a thing about this place if not for this offer. We enjoyed everything and including the service we received. Alfredo Meza was very knowledgeable with his wines. We highly reccomend trying this exquisite french restaurant and be sure to try the bison carpacio appetizer, so yummy.
(5)Nana K.
This is one of the better french restaurants I've been to on the strip. I prefer Andre's over the Eiffel Tower and Tableau for sure. We had the escargot and foie gras appetizers which were perfect. They also served us 2 amuse bouche, a blue cheese pastry and a sorbet. The french onion soup was very nice, and not overly salted as most restaurants tend to make them. The lobster bisque was rich, fragrant, and flavorful. I ordered the duck which came in tender slices with crispy skin. Other members of my party ordered the roast chicken with foie gras, surf and turf (wagyu and australian lobster tail), and lobster thermidor. I had a taste of what everyone else was having and could tell you that each entree was flawless. No room for dessert, but no worries, we received some complimentary petit fours which were a sweet end to a perfect meal. The decor was gorgeous and the service was amazing! I arrived with a party of 5. They had accidentally taken down my reservation for a party of 2. No problem, we waited by the bar and in less than 10 minutes, they had worked out a table for us. The waitstaff was super-attentive and friendly and our entrees were presented to us in a very posh, choreographed manner. Fancy! I will definitely dine here again the next time I'm in town. It's such a lovely , intimate setting with incredible food...no gimmicks necessary for the sell.
(5)Blair B.
I am kind of a freak about restaurant week! I get more excited about restaurant week than I do my birthday - trying out fancy restaurants is a little obsession of mine. I check the menus weeks in advance, carefully plot out my week, and get so excited for trying new places. Andre's was one of the few total let downs I've had during restaurant week, unfortunately. The menu printed online for weeks before had duck as an entree choice. My husband, a friend, and I, all being duck freaks choose Andre's based on this. Unfortunately we got there and they had changed it to f-ing chicken. Honestly I don't get the whole chicken in fine dining thing. Chicken is for KFC, El Pollo Loco, or to be grilled on a salad. You can't get more boring than chicken. Chicken is my protein of last resort and not to be eaten at fancy restaurants. BOO. Already things are off on a bad foot, and then we get an awful waitress to boot. She's in her 50s and clearly very full of herself. When we ask for the restaurant week menu, she sighs and tries to talk us out of it! I thought this was for charity, lady. Then we ask about the restaurant week wine pairing and again says we shouldn't do that because it's only small glasses. Thanks, but no thanks. I had the scallop (which was tiny, but FAB, sadly the highlight of the meal), steak, and souffle. We added a foie gras. The foie gras was good, but like I always say, I nearly always like foie gras. It wasn't particularly memorable in this case. My steak was just steak. Nothing special there. Then it's time for dessert and it takes 45 minutes. After 30 minutes I complained to a bus boy (as out b*tch waitress was no where to be found) and finally 15 minutes later we get them. I mean I know souffles are fired to order, but damnit we orered these at the same time as our meal, figure it the f out. Our 3 course meal ended up taking over 3 hours. Not cool when it's a Tuesday night and my friend and I both wake up before 4 AM for work. There's leisurely dining then there's obnoxiously bad service. I've never spent well over $200 on dinner before and treated like complete crap. Oh and to add insult to injury the place was nearly empty as well. Ouch. I did send an email to the manager and got no response. I'm disappointed the downtown location is no longer in operation - I would have liked to try it. This location on the other hand is somewhere I will not be returning to.
(2)Vance J.
Been a while since I ate here, and and couldn't tell you exactly what we had, but I do know it was a great dinning experience!
(4)Cindy N.
I go to this restaurant maybe once every 4 months with my grand father (he likes this restaurant) and it gets worse and worse every time I go there. But service is great. Go there if you win some $$$ there, otherwise I am pretty sure there are more excellent french restaurants in Vegas
(3)Lulu R.
Pricey. Food was good. Decor was fine. Service was good. We took the recommendations from our waitress. The Lobster Thermadour was tasty but extremely rich. Couple of bites and you are good to go. It is huge portion so share. I enjoyed my foie gras appetizer. The souffles are good, not that big sinister your own. Overall, jut okay. There are better options on the strip.
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