Inside MGM Grand, L’Atelier is a French restaurant with an open kitchen and counter seats close to the action. Choose a seasonal tasting menu to follow a changing series of dishes, or order à la carte, with options such as wagyu, foie gras and sea bass. The cooking pairs classic French technique with inventive flavors and textures, while the room feels chic and lively rather than formal. The signature mashed potatoes are a favorite, and the wine list gives you plenty to discuss with the knowledgeable staff. It is a pricey choice for a special dinner.
A French kitchen in full view
L’Atelier is inside MGM Grand, where the open kitchen is part of the meal. Counter seating puts you close to the chefs as they prepare and plate each course. The restaurant’s lively, clubby room and attentive but relaxed service give the experience a different feel from a more formal French dining room.
If watching the cooking matters to you, request a counter seat when you reserve. The view makes it easier to follow the work behind each plate, from the chefs’ movements to the finished dishes. Tables are also available, but the counter is a defining part of the restaurant’s appeal.
Tasting menus and à la carte dishes
You can choose a seasonal tasting menu or order individual dishes. The tasting menu gives dinner a guided progression, and its contents change, so repeat visits can bring a different selection. À la carte ordering is useful if you have particular dishes in mind or want to add something extra. Sliders and fries are among the possible add-ons mentioned, though the current menu is the best guide to what is available.
French technique meets combinations of flavor and texture that can feel less expected. Standouts mentioned include wagyu, foie gras, sea bass and the signature mashed potatoes. Other dishes that have appeared include langoustine carpaccio and foie gras-stuffed quail. Menus and some standards can vary, so ask your server what is especially good that evening rather than planning around a dish you cannot confirm in advance.
Wine, service and planning dinner
The wine selection is extensive, and staff can talk you through pairings. If you would like a pairing with the tasting menu, ask about the available options when you book or arrive. Service is described as warm and knowledgeable, with attention that does not make the meal feel stiff.
This is an upscale, pricey dinner, best suited to a special occasion or to diners who want to spend on a multi-course French meal. The seasonal tasting menu has been considered fair value for its quality, but it remains a splurge. Reserve in advance, particularly for the counter. Once inside MGM Grand, allow time to navigate the property to the restaurant.
FAQ
Do you need a reservation at L’Atelier?
Reservations are recommended, especially if you want a seat at the open-kitchen counter.
Can you order à la carte at L’Atelier?
Yes. You can choose individual dishes as well as a seasonal tasting menu. Check the current menu because dishes can change.
What should you order at L’Atelier?
Dishes mentioned include wagyu, foie gras, sea bass, langoustine carpaccio and the signature mashed potatoes. Ask what is especially good that evening.
Where is L’Atelier in Las Vegas?
It is inside MGM Grand at 3799 S Las Vegas Blvd. The route through the property can be winding, so allow time to find it.
