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Mon Ami Gabi
Categories: Restaurants French Restaurants Steakhouses Restaurants Breakfast & Brunch French, Steakhouses, Breakfast & Brunch [Edit]
Paris Resort & Casino3655 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Neighbourhood: The Strip
(702) 944-4224
- Hours:
Mon-Thu, Sun 7 am - 11 pm
Fri-Sat 7 am - 12 am
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Garage
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- No
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Ambience:
- Romantic, Classy
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
1820 reviews for Mon Ami Gabi
Review Highlights
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"FILET MIGNON WITH MERLOT BUTTER: Ahhhmazing." In 31 reviews -
"French Onion Soup = SOOOO YUMMMMMMMMMMMMY." In 207 reviews -
"But their famous steak frites are simply to die for." In 102 reviews
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1819 reviews in English
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Review from J T.
Woodbury, MN
5/25/2012 1 Check-in Here
Went here with group of four. We were in town for a conference. Had no reservation, and there was a long line. We went to the bar and waited. The bartender was great! Made jokes, chatted, mixed drinks proper.
We get seated in less than 20 mins and our server Benoit took care of us.
We did a few apps of scallops, duck con-fit, baked goat cheese. These were phenomenally tasty. The fresh crusty bread that was served with these app was great. Our server recommended a wine (think a Bordeaux) and he was spot on.
The 4 dinners we had were spot on. Its rare to say that but everything was just how it was supposed to be. I had the Sea Scallops ratatouille w/basil oil, and the others had a Steak Classique, Seak Au Poivre and the Skate wing.
Not one person had a complaint, the portions were well sized but not so huge you needed to waste food.
Service all around was wonderful during our visit. The staff was all great, friendly and helpful. Benoit are server was hilarious and did a great job of ensuring our table was well serviced. -
Review from Zaida J.
North Charleston, SC
5/23/2012 1 photo
I was in Vegas for the last week of April on vacation and we decided to eat at Mon Ami Gabi for my girlfriend's birthday dinner. We had reservations for 9pm but then realized we'd be best off walking to the restaurant (from the Mirage) which would take a bit of time so I bumped it back to 9:30. Wouldn't you know we arrived a few minutes after 9pm afterall! The restaurant was PACKED with a line for people without reservations and a line for people with reservations. Luckily we had reservations and although early, we were seated right away.
We were hoping for a seat on the outside patio area but that would have added a 45 minute wait so we ended up in a covered area between the inside and outside. The doors to the patio were open so we had a clear view into the night and a pretty awesome view of the Bellagio fountains across the street!
Everyone seemed to enjoy their meal. The bread they brought with butter was delicious. Hard to stop eating but I had to because I'd ordered a soup appetizer. I went with the creamy mushroom soup. If you like mushrooms you'll definitely enjoy this soup! And how could I resist dipping some bread into it? I couldn't. But I will say that the soup was so delicious, I preferred the soup solo without the added heaviness of the bread.
I ordered the hangar steak with frites, med rare. My friend (she ordered a different cut) also ordered steak and frites but her steak was unevenly cooked. She still enjoyed and at it all! But did want to share that. My steak on the other hand was perfectly cooked. She wasn't crazy about the frites (too crunchy) but I loved them! I couldn't stop munching away on them even after feeling FULL!
Our waiter was extremely attentive without being obnoxious, the third person in our group sneakily told the waiter it was my friend's birthday and they brought her out a dessert. I'm not sure what it was exactly but we all ate from it and really enjoyed it! It was delicious! Ok looked up the menu. It must have been profiteroles. Yummy!
Good food, great service, excellent experience, and enough variety on the menu that if you're on a budget you can eat well without breaking the bank. If I ever return to Las Vegas, I will absolutely look to return to Mon Ami Gabi. -
Review from Janine C.
San Diego, CA
5/23/2012
I've been here twice before and recently went here for a group dinner for a friend's birthday during my weekend in Vegas.
I ordered the grilled salmon and spinach salad. The vinaigrette was a bit too acidic, the inside of my mouth started to hurt - I should've asked for dressing on the side. But the flavor combination was delicious and the salmon was cooked perfectly.
For dessert, I shared the bananas foster crepe. I can't remember if this was amazing or just good... I'm gonna say it was good, but not memorable, since I can't remember (obvs).
Service is great and the prices are reasonable. It's a really good place for fancy steaks and frites in a casual atmosphere; and for around $25, not bad! (Doesn't compare to $3 steak and eggs specials elsewhere, though, but that is a different review entirely.) -
Review from Hector G.
5/17/2012 Seated via OpenTable 1 Check-in Here
BONJOUR!!!!!
I am not a big fan of Frenchy. In fact, I wanted to name my first born French Frie just to piss Frenchy off! That being said, I never really got down with French food, French's mustard, French Onion Soup.... Wait, strike that. I love me some french onion soup. I guess what picture I am attempting to paint is that I can't stand French anything.
I wanted to find a really romantic setting for brunch with my lovely lady while we were in Vegas and wouldn't you know it. I was Yelping my ass off for like 3 days, no luck. Then, I saw Mon Ami Gabi pop up on the homepage and some girl gave it 4 stars, so I said that's the place, no matter what. I didn't know it was Frenchy til I saw it was at hotel Paris and by that time, it was really too late. I already dove in the pool so it was time to swim.
The place was bonkers packed when we got there, but I made a reservation through Yelp and we bypassed the blue haired ladies stankin' up the joint with their strong ass Avon perfume and were seated inside, but in the solarium. Perfect people watching seats, right in front and not baking in the sun.
Coffee = Strong = Bon (that's French for good)
French Toast was bomb! Fresh bread, crunchy goodness on the outside and soft, warm gooey center. Blueberry compote/syrup wasn't too sweet and adds a nice tartness that I only wish I could replicate at home.
Side of bacon was crispy, greasy (in a great way) and so delicious! It clearly wasn't cooked in a pan b/c it didn't have that funky curl to it. It was nice and flat. I was hoping for a side of the bacon grease to lather myself up with as we sat poolside, but that's a bit excessive.
Elizabeth ordered the traditional breakfast and the eggs were cooked perfectly. Nice and runny, just the way she likes it. Hash browns were crispy, French muffin (English muffin but follow along please) served with freshly whipped butter, which was delicious, creamy and delightful.
The service was fantastic and I didn't know what to expect b/c the place is jumpin with tourists, everyone wants first class service and I don't know about anyone else, but we got it. For example, as we were being seated the hostess chatted us up with some basic chit chat and pulled the chair out for both of us, nice touch.
I love that I can trust Yelp to pave the way for a lovely event. Thanks for the love Yelpers! -
Review from A C.
San Francisco, CA
5/22/2012 1 Check-in Here
Came here for brunch on a Saturday. I like the fact that they allow you to make reservations less than an hour before you arrive. Brunch is packed, so reservations recommended. The patio would be perfect for a nice day, but in 100 degree weather, we decided to sit inside. Ambiance & decor is nice/romantic and service is good. This restaurant would be nice for a date, casual brunch, or bachelorette brunch.
The food.. delicious! We had oysters, strawberry waffle, eggs benedict, corned beef hash. The oysters were really fresh - highly recommended. Everything was well made and tasty. We expected the brunch menu to be a little bigger (they only had about 5 main items). For those who like bloody marys.. they have a bloody mary's DIY bar and they can make a really yummy, savory and spicy bloody mary. -
Review from Julie D.
Pasadena, CA
5/21/2012
I kinda feel bad for giving this place a 3-star rating, but here goes.
I've wanted to try this place forever, and although I knew I should have come here for breakfast, it just wasn't happening with the party I was with.
We came here for dinner on a Friday night, 7 PM. We had reservations through Open Table, but really, it looked like you didn't need one.
We were seated in semi-outdoor area that was clear but protected from passerby, smoke, etc. The view of the water show at the Bellagio was great.
Baguettes with a little bruschetta and butter came out. The food was taking a bit long to come out, so thank goodness that was there. Our waiter wasn't exactly the most friendly person but at least went through the motions. The south point for me was when one of the people in my party, a diabetic, asked that his frites be substituted with some green salad or something with his filet mignon. The waiter told him he couldn't "We don't do that", and said he'd have to order a side of spinach or something on the side and kept saying that they'd charge for it. Nowhere on the menu did I see "no substitutions," and if there is even a gluten-free menu, I'd expect they'd be a little more considerate in swapping fries for a few measley leaves.
Speaking of measley leaves... another person in my party ordered a caesar salad -- now, these salads aren't cheap -- about $17-$19, and it was honestly one of the smallest I had ever seen -- no crutons, either. I got the seared ahi tuna salad, which was comparably small with only three pretty small pieces of kind of grey ahi tuna. I've had this dish at other, less fancy places and got bigger and better tuna. I didn't really eat a lot of the salad because it otherwise was just average in taste.
To their credit, the chicken dishes, sea scallops, pate mousse, and filet mignon seemed to be enjoyed by the rest of my party. Of course, everything was smothered in butter, seemingly. Also, the frites that came with many of the dishes were like shavings of fries and not really good, in my opinion.
I'd come here again for the breakfast, but the dinner was pretty disappointing to me. I guess we paid for the view. -
Review from Connie T.
Temple City, CA
5/19/2012 2 Check-ins Here
Vegas tradition for boyfriend and I to eat here every Vegas trip! :)
They have never disappointed me with food. EVER.
HOWEVER the last time I went with my boyfriend, I got a horrible waiter who was obnoxiously rude and just didn't seem like he really enjoyed his job. Although I love the food and I'm never scared to throw down the bills here because I'm always satisfied, the servers need to keep in mind that a lot of people going are expecting top service. C'mon your a restaurant right in front of the bellagio show, on the strip with patio seating. Show customers a little decency here.... be nice or at least come when we obviously want to order or need something...
ANYWAYS enough about him...
escargot- yum
salmon- yum
steak- yum
ALL the desserts - DELICIOUS
croque monsieur- yum
au poivre- yum
I can go on forever... if your in vegas, stop by and give this place a try! u won't regret it! -
Review from Kristen M.
Portland, OR
5/21/2012
We had an amazing dinner here! We had reservations, but decided last minute to wait for a patio table. It took about an hour to be seated, but the view was totally worth it! I love the Bellagio fountain and felt like I got a front row seat for the show.
The food was delicious & our waitress was great - no complaints. If you plan on eating here, show up early and wait for a patio table. The casino is steps away to keep you entertained while you wait! -
Review from Debora L.
5/16/2012
Went here and unexpectedly found a reasonable re-creation of our dining experience in Paris, France (where we honeymooned). Service and decor were a nice break from the hustle of the Strip; relatively quiet, dim mood-lighting, bistro style seating.
We made reservations for 930pm on a Monday night and were seated immediately indoors. Note, it was a 1.5 hour wait for outdoor seating even with reservation.
Once we were seated, we were offered water (so nice in 90 deg weather) and fresh sweet baguette complete with paper bag and slightly melted unsalted butter. Plus, compliments of the chef, we were given a nice plate of halved cherry tomatoes with herbs, olive oil and anchovies. Refreshing and so nice to set our appetites.
Hubby ordered one of the various Steak frites - "hanger steak", the cheapest cut at $20. Done very well at medium rare with a rosy pink interior. Thin ribbons of fries more reminiscent of potato chips and a few leaves of spinach for garnish. Also started with chilled gazpacho; surprising for a French bistro, but we were thrilled. We'd missed Alvalle gazpacho since being in Barcelona and hadn't found anything in the States that even came close (velvety, a bit of an olive oil with smooth tomato puree) until this.
Being vegetarian, I was pleased to see a Market Vegetable platter ($17.99) with eggplant dip and buttered crostini; buttered sauteed baby squash; cherry tomatoes in olive oil; ratatouille; sauteed garlic spinach; grilled bulb onions. All were very well done.
Portions and service were quite nice. For a two dollar sign restaurant on the strip, it was a good deal. Would definitely dine here again hopefully for breakfast next time! -
Review from Heather C.
Las Vegas, NV
Updated - 5/18/2012
My last review I wrote some snarky shit about the hostesses and I feel like a jerk for that. This time we came in and they were all so friendly and welcoming. She carried conversation with us about where we were from and all that sort of chat on our way to a (Woohoo!) patio table by the sidewalk.
Let me say that I love this place. I live in Vegas and I feel like I'm on vacation every time I go there. As most every other place on the strip it's too much of a hassle, or sleazy, or just loud but this place is worth it (and I can finally zip to Paris pretty quickly, as long as a mob of people crossing the valet sidewalk doesn't stop me for ten minutes.) Not here.
It's classy and fun and the food is delicious! We went for breakfast and I had the fruit boquet with mint syrup (who knew?! It was amazing!) and a blackberry muffin - also ridiculous. It melted in my mouth.
My friend also had a fruit plate and a baguette. Everything was fresh and the portions are just the right size. The cappuccino was over the top gigantic and one of the best I've ever had. The large comes served in a bowl. We got to sit and people watch and have a nice breakfast.
If you go, ask for Debbie. She was fast and nice I didn't even have to ask for anything because it would already be there. I work in the industry and not only was it not the typical "service" the strip is so well known for not providing, she made us feel welcome and like we mattered.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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4/10/2012
Loved it!
The atmosphere was awesome - just sunlight and people talking. I felt like I was on… Read more »
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Review from M. M.
Leesburg, VA
5/17/2012
Hailing from Northern Virginia, we're familiar with Mon Ami Gabi. We've been to the one in Reston many times. We chose to eat here while in Vegas because of reviews that the outdoor dining had great people watching.
True, they do! But even though we had made a reservation weeks in advance, we learned upon arrival that outdoor seating was first come, first serve --- bummer! That's why we came here! We were told the wait list for the patio was 1.5 hours. Reluctantly, we dined inside.
Inside has far more "ambiance" than it's Virginia counterpart. This restaurant -- along with the entire Paris casino -- does a great job of capturing the city's architectural details. The service was good. The food was hit-and-miss.
As I noted, we've dined at the Reston location on numerous locations and the food is always outstanding -- the Vegas outpost serves 400 (FOUR HUNDRED) and we concluded that the sheer size may hinder quality control.
I had the roasted chicken -- normally one of my favs -- but it was extremely dry. Complete miss. My hubby had the hanger steak which was very tasty -- a hit!
Overall, we had a nice dining experience. if we had known about the outdoor dining situation ahead of time, however, we would have popped over to the restaurant earlier... or eaten somewhere else entirely.
If this were Blackjack, this "hand" was a push. -
Review from Kelly M.
Chino, CA
Very few restaurants deserve 5 stars but this one deserves every star out of five.
I went here for my 30th birthday dinner and had a fantastic time. I was able to sit outside and watch the Bellagio water show so the ambiance was just amazing.
First course..I ordered the goat cheese in a marinara sauce. You dip fresh baguette in the goat cheese. It was so delicious. We were wiping the sauce in the bowl clean.
Second course... Filet minot in a burgandy sauce. Oh so delicious. It was the best filet I have ever had. Each bite was so amazing. It came with frites, which you must try.
Dessert... I had their bananas foster crepes and ate a good portion myself. I love crepes and I love bananas foster but I've never had the two combined. The caramel sauce was out of this world. Top it off with a generous scoop of french vanilla bean ice cream.
Overall, a good experience and wonderful food. I wish the service would have been a bit quicker, but when you are in Vegas and it's your birthday, time isn't of the essence. I will definitely be back for my next special event! -
Review from Carol G.
San Jose, CA
5/15/2012 1 Check-in Here
I was surprised. In all of my time visiting Vegas, I did not ever think this place could impress me. I was wrong.
First let me begin by saying that I try to eat a mostly vegan diet, so the foods I ate here were not the steak or cheese dishes. The waitress was amazing! I didn't even say I was looking for vegan options but when I asked how the gazpacho was prepared and whether or not it has dairy in it, she picked up the cue and then began making suggestions on the menu, assuring me that everything was vegan.
I had the grilled vegetable plate. Everything was perfectly seasoned and grilled. However nothing will compare to that gazpacho! I even requested the recipe which they emailed to me!
So why only four stars? Despite having a reservation, we were told that they did not do reservations for outside once we had already arrived, so we had to wait over an hour and a half for a spot. It was totally worth the wait, but we would have clearly shown up earlier if we didn't know our reservation wouldn't be outside. Miscommunication = cranky (but the gazpacho renewed my positive spirit.... did I mention the gazpacho yet?). -
Review from Ross M.
Arlington, VA
5/22/2012 1 Check-in Here
Packed for a reason, we got lucky and ended up having a great breakfast here! Great spot for people watching, if you can get a table outside. Omelets are great. You don't have to always stuff yourself with a buffet in Vegas. Try this place out, I swear you'll keep coming back over and over again. We did. 2x in 4 days.
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Review from Emily W.
Berkeley, CA
5/5/2012
Came here with my friends for our last meal at Vegas this past weekend.
There are indoor and outdoor seating. The one outside is more casual than the inside, which is dim and hence... more formal/romantic/classy. Since the weather is always pretty nice and warm in Vegas, definitely try the outdoor patio! You can people-watch as you eat.
The bread was so good. They served whole WARM baguettes, which I have not had in too many restaurants. The outside was not too stiff and the inside is just warm and soft :D
We ordered the first 3 steaks on the menu.. lol. Excuse my English translation of the classy French names.. but we basically ordered the first 3 steaks, the classic with butter, the one with the wine sauce and one with the onions. I had the last of the three. Because of my usual experience with over-cooked steak at restaurants, this time, I ordered medium rare and Yay! it came out to be medium. Not sure if that's a yay but use your own judgment. The frites are really good and came in a huge portion along with the steak.
Service was excellent!
Definitely coming back :) -
Review from Lorrie Y.
Temecula, CA
5/21/2012 2 Check-ins Here
Absolutely love this place. Flew in on a Friday afternoon and went in for a late lunch/early dinner right after check-in. Had great seating on the patio with amazing people watching. Had the Trout Almondine which was delicious. We also shared an escargot appetizer that was amazing with their great loaf(s) of bread. Wonderful list of French wines to go with it all. We plan to eat here every time we visit Vegas!
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Review from Matthew G.
West Chester, PA
5/9/2012
One of the better places to eat right now on the Strip. Nice ambiance especially if you are sitting outside at night during the spring/fall, solid service, and good food with a fairly varied menu that tends to be a bit heavy on the meat dishes. Not the most friendly place to bring a vegetarian let alone a vegan. Its not authentic, high-end French cuisine but then again it is Vegas.
Sitting outside though can be a bit noisy with all of the traffic on the Strip. You can hear your dinner companions but you have to speak up a bit. The wait can be a bit outrageous though but that's common with any half-decent restaurant on the Strip.
All-in-all, there are a lot of terrible, overpriced restaurants on the Strip. This isn't one of them. This place is a bit more expensive but at least the food, service, and outdoor seating are all positives. -
Review from Jojo L.
4/28/2012 1 Check-in Here
Great breakfast. There was a bit of waiting when we got there around 11am. Once we were seated, the waiter greeted us and gave us a brief recommendations from the menu. He was polite and nice.
We had french toast, chicken crepe, ham crepe and three eggs. They all turned out to be outstanding. My chicken crepe with melted brie and apple, it tasted like heaven!
Also I heard their dinner is pretty good too. I wil have to try their famous steak with french fries next time. :) -
Review from Andrew L.
5/1/2012
I came here for the view of the Bellagio and to try their breakfast meal. I had heard about this place and I figured I'd give them a try.
We were seated in the outdoor patio. It was awesome. (what was funny was that I saw a guy wearing a full Spider-Man suit walking along the Bellagio fountains. I know, it's LV..., but just that sight while having breakfast made it worthwhile). It's a good way to start the morning.
Okay okay.... so what about the food? I ordered their corned beef hash with poached eggs. The presentation was really well done. The eggs were cooked well and the beef hash was just right (not too soft, but not overcooked either). We also had the smoked salmon platter and the salmon was rich in (obviously) smoky flavor.
Though I'm not a huge fan of eating on the strip, this is one of the restaurants that has convinced me that there are still gems to be found! -
Review from Alice J.
San Jose, CA
4/30/2012
After visiting a few times, the verdict is..this restaurant is definitely mon ami!
The first time I went was for brunch. I made a reservation in advance so I was able to request a table on the patio. It was wonderful to dine outside with the sun shining, a front row seat to the Bellagio fountain show, and a great view for people watching.
Now for the food..they served baguettes as the free bread! They were all warm and toasty in cute paper bags, like something you'd get from a bakery. I ordered the croque monsieur, which was pretty good. What I really enjoyed was the french fries that came on the side. They had an interesting flat shape which made them super crispy on the outside but still soft and chewy on the inside.
The next time I went was for dinner. I had the steak frites which was perfectly cooked and it was a very generous portion for the price of $25.95. The best part was, they let me have multiple sauces on the side at no extra cost. I tried the peppercorn sauce and the caramelized onion, red wine sauce; both were delicious. The baguettes were still free, unlimited, and just as good as I remembered.
The third time I went was for happy hour. I had 2 glasses of sangria, pate, and yes I had me some free baguettes. Then, I ended my very happy two hours with a warm chocolate pudding with salted caramel cream. It was absolutely decadent.
Au Revoir mon ami, until next time! -
Review from Chrissy C.
San Ramon, CA
This is a review of Mon Ami Gabi for lunch. We wanted a lite lunch and it was perfect. I had the tuna melt tartine and it came with French fries that were sliced potato chip thin. My dining partner had the chicken and Brie sandwich and that was just as good. The wait staff was great and my water glass was never empty.
The complimentary baguette hit the spot until our lunch was served, -
Review from H C.
Hacienda Heights, CA
5/12/2012
We had a wonderful experience here for my husband's 40th birthday celebration. We had a group of 20 people and I worked with Rebecca and Drew with group reservations to arrange the special night. They were easy to work with and very responsive.
The service was friendly, efficient and quite impressive as they were serving 20 of us. It was a bit of a show when 4-5 waiters came out together to serve us, all synchronized.
The portion size was substantial. We had the 4-course and we were practically rolling out of the place.
This was the first time any of us had eaten at Mon Ami Gabi and we ALL would come back again! -
Review from Annalise F.
San Francisco, CA
4/30/2012 1 Check-in Here
After a long two nights in Vegas, the gals and I decided we were in the mood for a GOOD breakfast. Fellow Yelpers steered us right into the arms of Mon Ami Gabi.
After a very short wait, we were seated in the sun room at a quaint little table across from the Bloody Mary Bar. (This was a BIG hit with my girlfriend!) Our server was friendly and attentive, and we loved the open-air, non-smoky environment. We all seriously felt like we could be back in Paris, sitting at an outdoor cafe. It was kinda perfect!
We all loved our meals- I ordered the chicken, broccoli, and cheese crepe. It was a delightful meal, and I wouldn't hesitate to go back on my next trip! -
Review from Melissa C.
Los Angeles, CA
5/7/2012
Mon Ami Gabi, located in the Paris Las Vegas
My husband and I decided to come here on our most recent trip to Las Vegas before catching Jersey Boys (now at the Paris.) Reservations, while not required, definitely expedited our wait.
Yes, there was still a little bit of a wait, even with reservations. Probably about 15 minutes on a Saturday night, so not too bad at all.
The bottled beer selection is pretty extensive as is the cocktail list.
My husband was happy with his steak bearnaise and we both loved the fries. I had the caesar salad, which was tasty. The dressing was light and mild and my only complaint was that the salad was very small. It should be listed as an appetizer salad, but I was under the impression that it was entree sized.
The service was a little bit slow, but our waitress was adorable, friendly, and helpful when she was serving us.
Make sure you follow the dress code, I saw some people being turned away for dressing too casually.
Overall, good food, great location, and I would dine there again. -
Review from Adrienne K.
San Diego, CA
4/22/2012 1 photo
THE BEST steak fritte, mash potatoes, mac-n-cheese, Bearnaise reduction & french bread you will ever taste in the heart of the Las Vegas strip.
Fabulous service. Full wait staff, bow tie's and all!
Great ambiance.
Must make a reservation or you will expect a 2-3 hour wait. -
Review from Amanda P.
Dennison, OH
5/15/2012
This one of my must have stops on the strip. Food is delicious. If you can get a table on the patio and watch the Billagio fountains. Great experience. Would have gave them 5 stars because the wait staff is also great. However my visit a week ago was not so nice due to the hostesses. 2 1/2 hr. wait! Sure they were nice enough about it. In a smug sadistic way. My advise is to not listen to them when they tell you it's the same amount of wait time on patio as it is inside. We were famished enough to put our names inside and were seated in minutes.
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Review from Pam A.
4/30/2012
This is my go-to nice dinner out on the Strip when I'm in Vegas.
I always get the filet mignon with merlot butter. It is so fantastic and incredibly tender... I make sure to inhale every last drop. You cannot go wrong ordering this dish. Highly recommend. I'm not a big fan of their fries (which come standard), they are basically like flattened normal fries. I'll try something different next time.
We've also gotten the pate each time as an appetizer and that was also excellent. This time we also tried the goat cheese and although it was good, I probably would try something different instead.
One of my dining companions and I wanted to order a bottle of red wine, and when we picked a Malbec off the menu, the waitress suggested a malbec not on the menu for a bit cheaper, which is I appreciated.
Total for my portion of the meal (split apps, steak, and split wine) plus tip was $89. The price makes me super happy, especially if you've ever tried checking out the menu at oh, say, CUT or any other steakhouse on the strip.
I made a reservation via Open Table which is only for inside seating. Since the weather was so nice we wanted to sit outside that night and maybe we were lucky, but they were able to take us immediately- at the reservation time- anyway.
Service here has never been perfect. Maybe we waited a little too long for our check or to get orders taken, but food delivery and water filling was always fine.
Overall I know I can't go wrong with Mon Ami Gabi and always suggest it to friends going to Vegas. -
Review from Kay B.
Los Angeles, CA
5/21/2012
Simply one of the best restaurants in the city. It's the whole package - great food, great service, great wine list, and an incredible view of the Bellagio lake The best dishes I've had here are the steak with pomme frittes, the duck liver pate, and the French onion soup. Last time I went, we sat inside and had a perfect view of the Strip and the dancing waters. It was the perfect way to spend an elegant evening in Vegas.
One complaint (and the reason why this is a 4 rather than 5-star review): I went here once for lunch, and we asked to be seated outside so we could watch the water show. It was hot out, and half our table was directly in the sun. We asked if they could provide another umbrella, but our waiter did nothing, and my mother and I spent the meal baking. I wasn't able to enjoy my food because I felt so faint; I also ended up getting a sunburn. It ruined the experience for us. When you go to an upscale place like this, you shouldn't have to ask twice for a little shade.
Aside from the bad lunch experience, I love Mon Ami and make it a point to go every time I'm in Las Vegas. Everyone should try it at least once - the prices are reasonable based on the quality and quantity of the food and, like I said, the view sweetens the pot (unless, of course, you're being cooked by the sun). -
Review from Rebecca O.
Claremont, CA
4/25/2012
We came here for brunch on a Sunday and were pleasantly surprised to have a 5 minute wait for an inside table (no reservation).
I ordered the crepes special, which was very good - blueberries and strawberries with a light orange sauce. I also ordered a glass of orange juice, which was good - normal orange juice. My husband ordered the blueberry waffles, which had a great flavor but were very crisp (almost crunchy). Dad had the corned beef hash with poached eggs, which he said was excellent. Stepmom had the quiche Lorraine, which was great - I tried some and wished I had ordered it myself! Coffee was good - just normal coffee, nothing out of the ordinary, but our waitress was great at keeping our cups filled.
Overall, we had a good experience and will likely return. -
Review from Bobby A.
Bristow, VA
5/20/2012
Quite a surprise!
My wife and I loved this place! The service was excellent, the food was fantastic, and the restaurant is beautiful. This is a winner and it is on the strip! Yes it has tourists, yes it is in a casino but it is not like any other casino based restaurant I have ever been to. I would highly recommend this place. -
Review from Jackie P.
Santa Monica, CA
5/9/2012
I have been here 3 times now and normally I think it's good but nothing ridiculously amazing. The atmosphere can't be beat with watching the Bellagio fountains while eating or all the wedding parties grabbing a bite.
The bread is great and my boyfriend loved his steak. We got escargot to start and it was just ok. I don't think I tasted any garlic with it. I had the Burger with Brie cheese and it was nothing special, at all. It was bland, the bun was soggy and the brie was nothing special.
The wine was delicious :)
So, great atmosphere and great times but my food was just ok. -
Review from Kiki L.
Miami, FL
4/21/2012
View and location are great. It was especially convenient because I was staying in the hotel. It wasn't the easiest process to make a reservation, the girls at hostess stand weren't the friendliest. When we got downstairs at our reservation time we still had to wait about 15 minutes. It was a little awkward because the bar was full of other people waiting, and we were a group of 7 waiting in a cramped dining area. There should be some additional seating by hostess stand for waiting or a better receiving/waiting area.
Once we were seated it took a while for our waiter to come to us. We had to request bread. Took a while for the drinks to come out. Our waiter in general was not very personable and was missing for most of the time. So the restaurant is not so good on the timing. Views of course are amazing because of the Bellagio fountains. Even though it was too cold to sit outside we still had a great view from inside.
Food wasn't memorable. Like other reviews, the food came out lukewarm for most of the table. Our group of 7 all ordered a steak meal, 6 out of 7 were disappointed. Sides were ok but not very memorable. Would definitely stay at the hotel again but wouldn't revisit this restaurant, although I enjoyed all the other restaurants on site. -
Review from Bruce E.
Las Vegas, NV
5/8/2012 Seated via OpenTable 1 Check-in Here
Took the girl there for dinner, nice outdoor seating. No Reservations for the outside patio so there is a wait to get outside if its busy.
The Hanger Steak is the best! -
Review from Gangsta B.
Davis, CA
4/30/2012
I had breakfast here on my first morning in Vegas.
Honestly, breakfast was nothing to write home about. While I ordered a plain bagel, the others (my boyfriend and his two friends) got some pretty elaborate dishes. My boyfriend got the corned beef, that came with a side of hash browns, eggs, and toast. It was too salty; I didn't like it. It tasted a little weird.
If you're looking for cheap, this place is definitely not the place. (5 dollars. For a bagel. A PLAIN bagel. I almost cried. I had to pay 2 extra dollars in tip.) My rating does not reflect the price, however -- I honestly did not like my boyfriend's dish that much...and everyone agreed that the food was just "alright". -
Review from Marissa C.
Folsom, CA
5/20/2012
We had a fabulous dinner here. We made reservations and very glad we did because the wait was for 1.5 hours on Saturday evening around 6:30am. We started with the smoke salmon with creme fraiche and it was very tasty and fresh. We then ordered the French Onion Soup that was a nice size for two people to share. I also ordered the chilled gazpacho which was prepared perfectly and was also a large portion. My husband ordered the steak and I ordered the grilled chicken. Come hungry here because the portions are definitely Americanized and not the typical french size portions as I was expecting. My chicken was cooked nicely and not dry at all.
We saw another guest eating the baked goat cheese in a marinara sauce which looked like a good dish to try as well.
our table was right next to the patio and we got to view the Belaggio's show throughout the dinner.
We will definitely be going back. I really felt like I was in a large french restaurant and the ambiance was set just perfect to enjoy a great meal, with pricing just right for the setting. -
Review from David O.
4/19/2012 1 Check-in Here
Stopped in for lunch with the better half.
I had a reservation via OpenTable (Via the app, not the Yelp Link since I have an account and can't get points doing it here) and showed up a little early, the OpenTable thing is ONLY for indoors, Outdoors is first come first serve, so keep that in mind if you want to sit outside. Our table was inside, but it was very close to the outside and we had a nice breeze without a lot of crazy wind blowing our food all over the place
I ordered an apparently new Menu item the Lobster Roll. It was a Lobster sandwich on Brioche bread and included some of the best "Potato Chips" I've ever had. They looked more like Waffle Chips and were delicious!
Service was prompt and friendly and I had absolutely no complaints. Wonderful place to stop in for a meal. -
Review from Stuart M.
4/16/2012 1 Check-in Here
I've wanted to dine here for years and simply never got around to it. When an opportunity opened up to dine with friends, as part of a table of 12, I jumped at the chance. Despite dining as part of a larger group I still felt I got a really good taste of the Mon Ami Gabi experience. Our waiter was a pro and handled 12 like there was just 2.
Up until this meal, Bouchon has been goto joint in Vegas for French bistro dining for years - I can already tell I am going to have trouble deciding between the two in the future after this meal. Prices were keener than Bouchon, the atmosphere was just as lively and celebratory. Some of the highlights food wise from the meal:
Bread. French baguette sticks served warm in paper. Expected stuff but solid, and less messy than Bouchon's throw it down right onto your-lap-almost approach.
Moules marniere were great, the only critique would be I would have liked to have seem more acid/wine in the broth. Every mussel opened, not a single reticently clamped shut chap in sight.
Duck confit. Rich, succulent and served with balsamic cherries, perfect to offset the fattiness of the duck.
Scallops. Cooked spot on which really surprised me, given our group of 12.
Fries. Very unexpected. Thought these would be standard frites, but were some kind of weird, flat pressed creation. Ok, but I wasn't really a fan, I would have liked to have seen proper classical twice fried spuds.
Celebrity note: A particular disheveled JWOWW wandered into the restaurant towards the end of our meal, entourage intact and making a mockery of the supposed dress code at the front door. I'm half considering going back in similar attire myself to see what the response would be. -
Review from Diane M.
Broomfield, CO
5/1/2012 Seated via OpenTable 1 Check-in Here
We always go to Mon Ami Gabi when in Vegas. It's our must go to place.
If you can wait, do so, for a table on the patio in the evening. Perfect view of the Bellagio fountain show.
The wait staff is superb! Very professional. Our server was Luis- great job Luis! You are the best.
I so hate to say this, but my dinner was not the best and what we always get at Mon Amie Gabi. My steak was dry and overcooked. My husband wanted to complain, I did not.
I would still go back and we have always had impeccable service and great food. Will not let this one experience deter our visit. -
Review from Katie T.
Garden Grove, CA
4/26/2012 1 Check-in Here
Love this place!!!! Perfect location on the strip to enjoy the day/ night meal with a view.
Seafood Crepe -big portion. a little bit dry and creamy for my taste. overall it was good.
Tuna burger - this was really good. big burger. love the wasabi mayo on it. tuna was cooked medium rare. perfecto!!!!!
deduct 1 star for service. It seemed like the host hate her job.... The waiter was way too busy but he tried.... -
Review from Abbey E.
Dallas, TX
5/17/2012
After a few nights of 4 AM, post-drinking room service meals, my boyfriend and I decided we wanted to go somewhere good for dinner. We chose Mon Ami Gabi and we were sooooo glad we did! We had reservations on a Tuesday night at 10. We were seated right away in the front room and had an amazing view of the Bellagio fountains.
Our waitress was great and gave us some great suggestions. For appetizers, we had pate, escargot and scallops. All three were amazing. Escargot has always been a little scary to me, but I sucked it up and tried one and it was SO delicious. The scallops were perfectly cooked and beautifully presented. I'm not a huge fan of pate but I had a little and I had to admit it was pretty tasty. For entrees we both had filets-- merlot for me, Roquefort for him. Mine was awesome. Perfectly cooked and drenched in butter and a red wine reduction--how can you go wrong with that??? The filet Roquefort was also good but I'd definitely pick the filet merlot again. The frites were more like potato chips than I was expecting but I enjoyed them nonetheless. After all that food, we were pretty stuffed but the butterscotch pot de creme was screaming our names, so we gave in and ordered it. I think that might be my new favorite dessert. It was rich but not too heavy, like butterscotch pudding only a gajillion times better.
The prices are very reasonable, especially for what you get. It was very busy the night we were there (and I'm assuming it's like that pretty much every night) but our food still came out very quickly. Other than feeling like elephants when we were done, it was one of the best meals either of us has had in a long time and definitely the best one we had in Vegas!
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