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Verandah
Categories: Food Coffee & Tea Restaurants Breakfast & Brunch Restaurants Italian Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch, Italian [Edit]
Four Seasons Hotel3960 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89119
Neighbourhood: The Strip
(702) 632-5000
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 6:30 am - 10 pm
Sat-Sun 7 am - 10 pm
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Valet
- 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:
- Paid
- Good For:
- Breakfast
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Quiet
- Ambience:
- Classy, Upscale
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
118 reviews for Verandah
Review Highlights
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"My hubby had corned beef & pastrami hash." In 3 reviews -
"Be sure to have the Huevos Rancheros." In 6 reviews -
"...try if you are staying at the Four Seasons or Mandalay Bay." In 16 reviews
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118 reviews in English
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Review from Lucky U.
Tucson, AZ
This place is amazing! First and foremost I want to say how great and extremely on point the staff is. They greeted me with a smile, ask for my name and then everyone that came by my table addressed me as Mr Uy, which I must confess is a bit weird for me.
I stopped by for breakfast and ordered the Egg White Frittata and was blown away. I ordered it w/o the pesto, because I just find pesto a bit over powering for me at times and I just wasnt ready to start my day with "pesto breath". Coffee was a tad strong but was bottomless and I also ordered a mimosa which I later regretted. It was nice, but it cost $14 compared to my meal that was only $16.
I forgot to add that I had my breakfast outside on the patio which is poolside. If the weather is cooperative, I really recommend you eat on the patio.
I had an amazing experience here and will definitely come back, hopefully with some friends next time! -
Review from Diana D.
Las Vegas, NV
So I called to ask if any seats are available the lady said yes inside only. So I was like fine whatever. Got here, there was a lot of seats available outside =T The service was a bit slow. Ordered coffee and that took a while =\ asked for balsamic vinaigrette took about 5-7 mins.It wasn't busy there was only a few tables.
The table in front of us left and I was just seeing how long it took them to clean the table. They didn't clean it right away. They cleaned it when we were leaving about 40 mins later. sigh
Ordered the Cobb lobster salad $26.00 Seafood mac & Cheese $20.00 & salmon sandwich with bacon etc for $24.00
The salad was ok =T had much better before. Nothing special to it. Won't remember it. The seafood mac & cheese was decent and light tasting. The salmon sandwich was heavy & greasy. The bread was nice and toasted but it seems like they put better or oil on it cause my hands was soo greasy from picking it up. The sauce and mozzarella cheese made it very heavy for my breakfast. Yes my breakfast is most people's lunch =P I wake up late.
The food was nothing great and nothing that I will be recalling to come back. the service was nice and super slow which I didn't like at all. Also how you going to ask someone how everything is when you just put my plate down. I didn't even try it. And also if I said it's not good your going to make me another one? that I need to wait another 15 mins for =T Sshsh -
Review from Fatima K.
5/4/2012
We had breakfast, lunch, and dinner here during our Vegas trip. My favorite meal here was breakfast.
As I mentioned in the hotel review, the smoothies/juices are to die for and they have a different flavor for the smoothie/juice of the day, daily. Their fruit was fresh and ripe and their scrambled eggs were cooked to perfection. I love their Bonne Mamman fruit preserves that they stock on all the tables, especially the raspberry. Yummy!
Coffee was awesome and if you're feeling daring their buffet is awesome and kind of a steal. I don't recall the exact amount per person but I think it was less than $40.
Lunch and dinner were fine here but honestly it was nothing especially wonderful. The tuna platter that they offer for lunch was tasty and I recall a wonderful wine selection.
I don't think this place can do any wrong. Staff is attentive and friendly as ever. Service is fairly quick, and if you eat outside (and you should) the view is fantastic.
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Review from Rod U.
Updated - 3/23/2012 3 Check-ins Here
Four seasons restrained elegance with top quality "address you by name" service. This is the place for a relaxing hour and a half late breakfast.
The weekday breakfast choices are typical of any high end resort. Healthy, properly portioned, made from quality, fresh ingredients. Egg whites, fresh fruit, fresh squeezed juices, artisan cheeses, turkey bacon and chicken sausage. You get the picture. The food is correct but nothing special.
The weekend brunch is a trade off in quality versus interactive fun. Donuts fried to order and topped with whatever you want. Oh yeah! Crisp and moist. The omelets are expertly prepared with 20+ fillings and cheeses to choose from including their house cured salmon and jumbo lump crab. Win! Unfortunately, fresh baked breads and pastries do not do survive in the dry air conditioned room and heating trays turn pancakes into sponges, bacon into something needing a little blue pill, and the once outstanding pastrami hash into mush.
Resort prices. Weekday breakfast: $25-$30. The weekend brunch: $37.
Correction: Per the Verandah, reservations are accepted for the weekend brunch although they cannot be made through yelp / opentable. That said, avoid major conventions at Mandalay Bay and a table should be easy to come by.
Try the Verandah several days into your Vegas vacation. You will see the appeal.Listed in: Best of the Strip - LV, Breakfast in the 702
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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9/27/2010
Quite possibly the best breakfast for the Vegas visitor.
Sometimes you need to get away from the… Read more »
Comment from Erica J. of Verandah 3/29/2012
Thank you for your review of Verandah's weekend brunch. So… More » -
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Review from Rania E.
Kew Gardens, NY
5/5/2012
Excellent food, courteous and friendly staff. It was a perfect a break from the crazy Vegas environment.
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Review from Yuhi K.
2/14/2012
Verandah at the Four Seasons is one of the few places I'll pay exorbitant mark-ups for breakfast / bruch food. Bouchon will always be my #1 in my heart, but Verandah has always been a favorite of mine for many years.
FOOD: The first time I ate at Verandah was back in 08' for Mother's Day. As a teenager, fine dining lunch was the only thing I could afford. Over the years, I've kissed goodbye the lobster eggs benedict at breakfast and the only salmon burger in Vegas I'll eat. The salmon was always flavorful and perfectly cooked. If I'm paying a mini-fortune for a burger, I expect it to be prepared the right way. The current menu offers all the classics which they do extremely well. The corned beef has--yummy! But as a fine dining restaurant, I would like to see a little more character and diversity--something unique to Verandah that will make me itch to come back to eat.
DINING: If the weather allows, DO sit outside. The patio area is absolutely amazing on a beautiful day. Its upscale and luxurious but you get the amazing view of the pool. They have big sunbrellas and adorable wicker chairs to lounge around and enjoy your meal--classy! There's also plenty of space between you and the next table so you don't need to worry about being cramped or eavesdropping. The interior is just as nice.
Whenever I come here, I get that relaxed, laidback vibe but I still feel fabulous. This place is perfect for having a nice meal with friends or someone you're trying to impress. If your into American food classics--you'll certainly enjoy this place.Listed in: Dining on the Strip
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Review from Minzi T.
1/9/2012
We come here for breakfast every trip to Vegas, on the way out of town.
I usually order off the menu, we usually leave on Mondays and I don't think they have the brunch ( but they might, I can't remember ) , but yesterday we left on Sunday and well... LET ME SAY !! the BRUNCH here is FABULOUS.
Here's why : they have a donut making station. Where they make little round donuts - with a hole, but any way you want. FRESH FRESH FRESH and mini, so you can pretend you aren't getting THAT FAT.
They had these guava pancakes that had a slightly pink tinge, and sound crazy but were very moist and almost creamy. The usual suspects are present - corned beef hash, eggs benedict, french toast, eggs, potatoes, 2 kinds of bacon etc... Some other not so typical stuff also, little personal tins of egg white frittata with veggies, veggie quiche mini's. Lots of nice pastries and bagels, cold cereal, fruit etc...
I think the price was about $40. AYCE. No alcohol included.
The atmosphere is nice. You can sit indoor or outdoor by the pool. This restaurant is inside the Four Seasons. Service is always good. Good OJ, the kind that tastes like a real orange. YUM. -
Review from Eileen M.
East Austin, Austin, TX
4/21/2012
Service was terrible, although the food was excellent. We waited twenty minutes before anyone would pour water for us, and only then after we told the hostess no one had seen us. Had to ask three times for bread. As icing on the cake, our bill was wrong not once, but twice. Don't bother with it--there are plenty of good restaurants in Vegas--no one should have to be ignored through dinner.
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Review from David A.
1/23/2012 1 Check-in Here
I have been to Mandalay Bay many times and did not know this was here! Located in the Four Seasons Hotel, this is a great spot to get away from the hotel-casino scene. Had breakfast here with my parents and quality was excellent. Prices were reasonable as well considering location. I had the corned beef-pastrami hash with eggs over easy. Nice decandent treat. Not greasy and a huge portion. My Mother's Ricotta and Citrus Pancakes were excellent as well. My Dad had the vegetable Frittata and enjoyed it as well. Good coffee. They keep your pot refreshed on the table. Added plus was the reading glasses that they had for my Mom!
Will be back to try lunch and dinner on another trip. -
Review from Andrea D.
1/8/2012
This is the Four Seasons, so it means business.
5 stars for the Cranberry Ricotta Pancakes. Sure, it's $15 for two, but good luck finding pancakes this amazing anywhere else. So moist and flavorful with a phenomenal cranberry compote and the most perfect under-sweetened syrup. They almost couldn't even be classified as pancakes.
Service was impeccable -I'm sure it helps to have a large group of business associates. ;-) -
Review from Kenneth B.
Denver, CO
5/3/2012
Great place if you're trying to get away from the noise/commotion of Vegas. Food was average, but, again, eating on the porch was a welcome respite.
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Review from Jez R.
11/29/2011
This is a review specifically on the Afternoon Tea that the Four Seasons Verandah offers. I attended this place with my mother to celebrate her visit to Vegas and I decided to take her to afternoon tea here.
Afternoon Tea here is offered from 3-4pm from Mon/Fri.
Holy cow. After that experience at Bellagio, this was just -wonderful.-
The view out into the gardens was beautiful. Their current theme of decor was Lilies and they were everywhere, designed into beautiful arcs that hung gracefully in a festoon that was minimalist and graceful. We had a single table by the window and it was just a must. It was summer and everywhere we gazed out our glass windows was lush green, green, green. It was so tranquil and a firm glass of serenity that you rarely can find in Vegas which, to a certain extent, I will be more than happy to pay a ton of money for.
Of course, being that was at one of the top-shelf properties here in Vegas, I knew going in that it was going to be not cheap. But it wasn't outrageous and I didn't feel uncomfortable with the price. The service was top-notch, the quality of the blend of tea, the scones and food was excellent, and I was very satisfied with the entire experience.
When someone asks me where the best Afternoon Tea in Vegas is, I respond with this establishment, if that says anything.
***On my List of Afternoon Teas in Vegas, this is currently rated as #1. Please check out my list of Tea Houses, both local and national to compare.**Listed in: "I don't drink coffee, I drink…
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Review from Don B.
10/26/2011 1 Check-in Here
As far as the old system of dining goes, Verandah would probably be considered a "5-star" restaurant. Fancy setting, high prices, impeccable service, etc. However in the new food era, it's not just all about being hoity-toity. To get high stars in my book you need to have good food, and provide some form of value proposition. Based on my breakfast at verandah, I'd have to say that A-OK is proper.
From entry to exit here, the service is beyond impeccable. They ask your name at the desk and you're subsequently greeted by name by every server that approaches you. Coffee is kept full, and it's white-glove the whole way. The setting is very pleasant - outdoors next to the Mandalay pool system - very elegant.
The food itself, however, leaves a bit to be desired. It's okay, but for the price it could be a lot better. I sampled a plate of huevos rancheros that cost about as much as a dinner entree would cost at a decent restaurant. $5 for drip coffee is beyond the pale. Overall it was up in the mid-$20's for a simple entree+coffee breakfast.
I guess I'm not someone who is willing to pay all that extra for exclusivity. Coming from Portland I want the food to be exemplary at that price - especially for breakfast, which is notoriously easy to prepare.
If you want a four-seasons experience, this is your place. If your main goal is good food, you may be able to do better.Listed in: Las Vegas, Las Vegas Food
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Review from Lynn W.
New York, NY
3/2/2012 2 Check-ins Here
My favorite place for brunch in Vegas. The Cranberry ricotta pancakes are a must, superb service, food. As ironic as it sounds, you almost don't feel like you are in vegas when you dine at Verandah. And that is much needed at times during my LV stay.
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Review from Renee L.
Dallas, TX
2/2/2012
Yum!! Thanks to Yelpers I had a great breakfast every day here! We stayed at THEHotel at Mandalay and I used yelp to find a decent place to have breakfast. I'd recommend. They have a mimosa buffet breakfast on Sundays with an amazing bloody Mary! We ate here Sat and Sunday. Sunday had the omelet bar with premium ingredients (i.e. crab, asparagus) and each day they had someone making baby donuts and hand dipping them in front of you with different toppings! I want to go back!
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Review from Toshy P.
Menlo Park, CA
2/13/2012 1 Check-in Here
Awesome Brunch spot in vegas...mellow and tasty food. Perfect for a detoxing morning... Plates range from 12-20, not bad for vegas
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Review from Jasmine C.
Phoenix, AZ
11/1/2011
Had reservations for 7am on a Tuesday morning. So unnecessary! :)
Got lost trying to find the restaurant between three hotels in one at Mandalay Bay.
The service was friendly and superb.
Sitting outside was beautiful, comfortable and relaxing.
The menu is very expensive.
$5.50 for coffee, $6 for a wine glass size of juice. About $18 for the average breakfast plate.
I ordered the vegetarian hash which was okay. Asked for asparagus instead of spinach which I was pleased withm
The daily fresh squeezed juice was peach & passionfruit. Just okay.
My hubby had corned beef & pastrami hash. He liked it. It looked okay.
A big plus is the gluten free menu items and the gluten free toast with breakfast! -
Review from Jennifer H.
Las Vegas, NV
3/25/2012 4 photos
I have to say Verandah at The Four Seasons Hotel offers the best weekend breakfast/brunch in town. I personally think it's better than Bouchon and Mozen. It's $37 per person with buffet style and serves between 7am - 1pm. If weather is nice, I strongly recommend to have outdoor seating by pool. You can customize your own omelet with smoked salmon, chicken, ham, mushroom, spinach, tomato, bell pepper, Jalapeno, Swiss cheese, Cheddar cheese at omelet station. They also have a donut station, which you can customize your own donuts with different dipping sauces & toppings. It's fun to see how bakery chef prepares those mini donuts right in front of you. Everything I had today was pretty good. (Scones, mini banana pancakes, banana parfaits, caramelized peach with ricotta cheese, smoked salmon omelet, vegetable quiche, fresh squeezed watermelon & berry juicy, and even roasted coffee!!) Everyone from hostess, waitress to bus boy is really friendly providing Four Seasons quality services. One more thing I would like to mention is all pastries were not drown in tons of sugar compare to most of other places. They made me feel less guilty and healthier to enjoy their lovely Sunday brunch ^__^
Listed in: Small Bites and Cafe Spots
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Review from Courtney B.
Surprise, AZ
10/17/2011
FIVE STAR pancakes. Earth shattering life altering pancakes. Fresh fruit plate was very impressive, perfect quality fruit (probably why it was $12!!! :) Their coffee is also great.
We also ate for dinner durring our stay, I had the artichoke seafood pasta hubby had the smoked mozzarella tomatoe penne, both were good, the penne was a little better than the seafood pasta, so I was diggin in to the hubs plate stuffin myself. The Caesar salad was pretty dang good and the panna cotta desert was creamy and yummy (all three flavors). No complaints, but maybe a little bit of a feeling of mild let down, the pasta was very good, but not life changing, I think we will stick with our usual Italian Vegas strip spot (Fiamma). But we will be here for pancakes EVERY time we are in town! -
Review from Norm K.
8/2/2011 1 Check-in Here
I decided to treat myself so i went to Verandah this morning for breakfast. Even though our humidity is up due to the monsoon season, I opted to sit out on the patio. While it was warm, it was not uncomfortable and much better than the cold main dining room.
I got a glass of peach/guava juice that was quite good, a cup of coffee, and I ordered the Panettone French Toast. The toast is topped with a banana pecan syrup and was trimmed with blackberries, blueberries, and a few raspberries. The portion was just perfect given the sweetness of the topping.
Service was exemplary! They ask your name when you arrive, and from then on, everyone addresses you as Mr. and your name. After I finished eating, a bus person came by and removed my plate, and I was left to sip my coffee and enjoy people watching as the ladies arrived at the pool not far from my table.
I think I have to come back to try the citrus ricotta pancakes and enjoy the peaceful setting. -
Review from Leigh G.
8/14/2011
I came here with my husband and another couple after reading fantastic yelp reviews. What the yelp reviews hadn't made clear (at least among the ones I read) was that the brunch buffet they do is only on weekends. It says it on Verandah's website; I'm just an idiot. And I'd been looking forward to a fancy tasty buffet, so other Yelpers, be forewarned!
So instead we had lunch. I had the nicoise salad, and my husband had the ABC pizza. Both were pretty incredible, but I think I mourned not having the brunch option the whole meal.
I have to return.
Besides being a really beautiful, chill environment, just venturing into the Four Seasons was an experience in and of itself. We'd never stopped by before, and it was such a breath of fresh air (literally!) to enter a hotel on LV Blvd that was non-smoking, beautiful without being Vegas-gaudy, and allowed pets. We had a blast watching people taking their dogs out and parading them through the lobby while we waited for our friends.
Everything about Verandah and the Four Seasons feels so un-Vegas...and that's part of why it's fantastic. -
Review from April D.
10/5/2011 1 Check-in Here
Beautiful restaurant inside a beautiful hotel. Even though it seemed upscale, it was a very comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. The staff was excellent. I valeted my car and I had no worries. I was there for a party so we were in a private room. The food was delicious. I had the Tomato Bisque, Italian Chicken Salad, and the Cream Brulee. Yum!
I would go back to try more of their menu. We arrived near the end of brunch so I got to spy all the goodies set out. -
Review from Helen C.
Torrance, CA
9/20/2011
Ok more like 2 1/2 stars.
Ate here for brunch. This place was a little
pricey and service was NOT four seasons quality. I ordered the buffet. I really enjoyed the scones with lemon curd, the lox, and the chicken sausage. My favorite was the donut bar particularly the one with the crunchy topping. It was delicious!
I thought the pumpkin pancakes were ok.
The carrot juice was VERY delicious!
In regards to service... When I asked for a straw, the waiter told me to use my daughter's used straw that was all bitten up! Seriously?!
I definitely won't be coming back. I honestly would not be complaining if the service is great. -
Review from Amy N.
San Francisco, CA
1/30/2012
We came here for a late night dinner on a Saturday night with a large group. The place was pretty quiet and we got a semi-private room in the back. Our server was excellent. She was very personable and was excellent at menu suggestions. I shared the Ravioli and Short Ribs. The Ravioli was homemade and stuffed with burrata - I LOVE burrata. The sauce was very delicate and overall, it was delicious. The Short Ribs were amazing. They melted in my mouth and the polenta it came with served as a nice creamy balance. Definitely a place for a nice, good dinner in Vegas!
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Review from J D.
Phoenix, AZ
The Wife and I decided to treat ourselves to a nice dinner in a relaxed environment and she suggested we dine at Verandah. Located in the Four Seasons @ Mandalay Bay, this restaurant is a great getaway where you don't feel like you're on the Las Vegas Strip.
After browsing the menu, we decided to order:
Salad
Caprese - Beefsteak Tomato, Campania Buffalo Mozzarella, Pesto
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Aragosta - Lobster, Frisee, Seasonal Vegetables, Truffle Vinaigrette
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Entrees
Penne Alla Arrabiata - Smoked Mozzarella, Spicy Roma Tomato Sauce
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Branzino - Striped Sea Bass, Citrus Crust, Fennel Sauce
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Side Dishes
Baby Potatoes with Black Truffle
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Mushrooms with Marsala
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For Dessert
Warm Italian Donuts, Lemon Curd, Chocolate Ganache
I had the Caprese Salad and the Penne Alla Arrabiata. Both were amazing! The Penne Alla Arrabiata was made al dente, which is how I love my Pasta and the Arrabiata Sauce had a nice kick to it....just right. The Caprese Salad was not overdone with Oil, unlike some restaurants.
The Wife enjoyed her Lobster Salad and Striped Bass. She passed on Dessert, but I couldn't resist the Warm Italian Doughnuts, so I went for it.....they were so good, I forgot to take a picture of them and they were gone by the time I remembered....:)
The service was impeccable. The servers were friendly and attentive. They were also very knowledgable about the menu and had great ideas for dinner.
Overall, it was an another awesome experience here.
Return Factor - 100%Listed in: Vegas Virgins, Cool Places & Events, Top Restaurants
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Review from Lindsey G.
Beverly Hills, CA
7/22/2011 1 Check-in Here
AMAZING!!! I mean its the Four Seasons, how could it not be. We went here as our final event on a bachelorette weekend. We were comfortably sat at a round table that fit our group of 6 perfectly. Close enough to the pool but far enough away that you're not getting splashed. So what makes the Verandah Sunday brunch amazing, everything is miniature.
What do I mean by miniature. Well, first off - don't even bother getting the a la carte menu. I'm sure its good, but you want the buffet. Trust me. But you never eat enough to pay for how much a buffet costs? I know, that's me too. This one is worth it.
Every lil food option is shrunk down so that you can try EVERYTHING and not be full. All of the meats, breads, fruits, yogurt, everything is in these little tasters so that you really can have everything. The in house homemade peanut butter is to die for as is the donuts being rolled right in front of you.
Our waitress was wonderful. We didn't even want any champagne after the weekend we'd had and she was so on the ball with coffee and tea refills. Wonderful! Thank you Verandah and the Four Seasons for a wonderful end to a great weekend! -
Review from April F.
6/29/2011 1 Check-in Here
The feeling overall is nice. I like how you can get "fancy" food, minus the stuffy atmosphere. You can definitely tell this place is most frequented by the guests of the hotel because they walk in wearing casual clothing and there were tons of families with young children. I also thought the service was excellent: 5 stars. So why did I give this place 3 stars? Frankly, the food is not worth what they charge. And their cocktails leave something to be desired.
The braised short ribs were probably my favorite dish of the night. The blue nose snapper had a nice crisp sear to it, but it was pretty bland.
For dessert, we had a milk chocolate and candied orange velvet cake. I had some reservations because I don't enjoy strong orange flavored sweets, but it was surprisingly delicious. I liked how it reminded me of a Ferrero Rocher with a subtle orange flavor.
I'd like to come back and try the afternoon tea. But for fine dining, I'd rather go elsewhere. -
Review from Clelia E.
Los Angeles, CA
8/28/2011 1 Check-in Here
We sat outside in the share with ceiling fans quietly refreshing us.
We went there for brunch before leaving Vegas and it was relaxing, tasty and perfect to my taste.
We didn't order from the buffet rather choosing from the menu. I was sadly surprised on how slow the service was, we had to let the waiter know we were waiting for 20 minutes for 2 pastries... -
Review from Kevin D.
Henderson, NV
5/27/2011
Mismanaged expectations. From a promotion for a the prix fixe dinner, we dressed appropriately for "The Four Seasons" - and what a mistake! The Verandah is a "dolled-up" buffet room, that's probably great for patio dining by the pool, but hardly for dinner. While the wait staff was friendly and attentive, the service was out of step and not up to "The Four Seasons" standards. After being asked for our water order (we chose Pellegrino), bread was dropped off unceremoniously without any suggestion of butter. We guess 'everyone' prefers olive oil. The bread was not at all warm - merely room temperature and poorly presented. When the butter was delivered - a really long wait - over 5 minutes - it arrived cold and hard - straight from the fridge. Off to a bad start.
The first course was a warm ricotta cheese with tomato - quite pleasant. By now the sparkling wine included with the meal was delivered and acceptable. The second course was supposed to be a seafood gnocchi but tasted like grammar school paste. Huge miss! Third course was 'snapper' (hard to tell) with whipped potato - not bad, but this is a $100 place setting. Fourth course was short rib with polenta - very so-so. The desert course was an 'ok' mouse cake with a dollop of ice cream, topped off with coffee. The entire expereince just felt very "regular". Here's the juicy bit.
My wife and I dress up for dinner about once a month as a treat. On this evening, she wore a stunning dress and her best Jimmy Choo pumps - absolutely smashing! While we wear jeans and shorts when appropriate - we're the last people would call snobs - we were really put off by the fellow at the next table in a "wife beater" T-shirt. Where's the dress code for The Four Seasons during the dinner hour?
We've not tried the Charlie Palmer steak house adjacent to The Verandah, but doubt a visit any time soon. Perhaps that's the hierarchy of dining at this hotel - The Verandah for the pool crowd. With so many terrific alternatives on and off The Strip, The Verandah is relinquished to the back water. -
Review from MC B.
Phoenix, AZ
1/24/2012
My husband and I were staying at the Four Seasons hotel and had breakfast here each morning. The food was fresh and delicious with many options available. The service was always very professional and attentive. The view outside the restaurant of the gardens was beautiful. We really enjoyed starting off the day in the Verandah restaurant
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Review from Sara D.
Manhattan, NY
3/7/2011
Brunch at the Four Seasons. WARNING!!! EVERYTHING is delicious!
Highlights: egg white omelet with feta, spinach and mushrooms (or with spinach, jalapeño, mushroom, and tomato), applewood smoked bacon, potatoes, frittata, mini donuts, and brioche...Did we mention everything is delicious ;-)
Service is exceptional and the view is phenomenal. Highly recommend eating outside. Check out our feast at http://www.SaraDISH.com -
Review from alia g.
3/13/2011
LOVELY!
What a wonderful setting to enjoy a meal.
The Scene... contemporary... a tad intimate but not romantic... upscale restaurant to enjoy a meal.
It was a bit busy today (Sunday around noon) for brunch/lunch... and Everyone wanted to sit outside... so we opted (since we were hungry) to sit inside. Really wanted to sit outside... but... next time.
The Brunch... if you opt for the Buffet... it's $35 and includes tea, coffee and juice... we were not that hungry... so we ordered off the a la carte menu. The buffet is lovely but not Huge and Overwhelming like other hotel buffets. In fact, from the aromas and the entrees I saw... it looked very appealing and the omelet station was very nice where you can have custom omelets/eggs... And the Bread / Pastry area made my mouth water... which is why I opted NOT to eat the Buffet... it would have been easy to go Hog Wild with all the good looking eats.
Ordered the Eggs Benedict.... which is served on a round Polenta Cake... I say "Cake" because the Polenta was more cake like... sweet and creamy at the same time... (it took the place of the typical starch of the English Muffin)... it came with a nice poached egg and candian bacon on top... you get 2 servings... along with a side of steamed asparagus.
My mother ordered the Mini Waffles... and while Mini... they were big on taste and very artfully presented. She got 3... one with berries, one with dried cranberries and one with cinnamon butter.
Our friend ordered the egg white frittata which came with a side of toaste which came in a basket.
For a Beverage... I ordered a Bloody Mary.... it's Darn good.... not as good as the one at THE cafe at THE hotel... but definitley Solid.
Mom had a Mimosa... she said it was ok.
The check for the 3 of us... with our 2 alcoholic beverages and 1 coffee was $92 before tip.... this is a bit pricey... but 1) it's the Four Seasons and 2) it's Vegas.
Note... if you order coffee... it's $5.50... personally I think that's a rip off but what do I know. -
Review from Sheila B.
Las Vegas, NV
12/4/2010 ROTD 9/30/2011
****Brunch Review******
There's a reason why Verandah is located in the lobby of the 4 Seasons - your experience (food, service, ambiance) will be fantastic. And, that, it was for us. For starters, my man wanted lunch-type stuff, and I wanted breakfast, so the servers brought us both menus and said it would be no problem to serve either. Ah... I could get used to this...
Star 1 - The Huevos Rancheros. Perfect combo of eggs, cheese, beans, and spices. Also, the fantastic servers (see Star 5 below) were able to whip up a spicier blend of the house salsa that is served as a side. After eating at a resto which prides itself on Mexi food (see my review of Hussong's) on the same weekend, I was pleasantly surprised at the authentic quality of this dish.
Star 2 - the gluten free lemon pancakes. Yum and yum. You could taste the hint of lemon in each bite, but it was not too overpowering. Perfection.
Star 3 - the mahi mahi soft tacos. Again, perfect fish-to-everything else ratio so that you could actually taste all of the ingredients and marvel at how well they worked together. Also, a special shout out to the accompanying guac.
Star 4 - Beverages - First, let's start with the Latte, which I asked be served with a shot of hazelnut. This latte might just be the best I've had in Vegas. No sugar-additives needed, and it tasted very creamy, even though they substituted the real milk for almond milk. And (drum rolls please) -- their iced tea. With the iced tea ice cubes (so that the tea doesn't taste watered down), and the liquid sugar pour (so that each sip of tea tastes like the last one since the liquid sugar dissolves more quickly), it is deliciousness in a glass.
Star 5 - Leo and Lucio - our servers. I should probably have broken them out into separate stars but I'm running out of stars here!! No request big or small was too much for them. The fact that we had 2 servers for 2 diners should alone tell you how far they will go to make sure you have a great meal. These two gents only helped make this meal that much more fantastic.
Lest you think we are a couple of barbarians, we did have a special situation which allowed us to sample many dishes at the same time. No, we did not eat everything we ordered at one seating.... that said, these were some of the best leftovers ever! -
Review from Michael C.
Honolulu, HI
On my most recent trip to Vegas, I had the pleasure of having breakfast once again at Verandah at the Four Seasons Hotel.
My mission: To order the wonderful and flavorful corned beef and pastrami hash I ate on my last visit in '08. My friend and I made reservations just to be on the safe side, I mean who knows how busy a restaurant may or may not be on Sunday morning (hint: don't worry if you DIDN'T make reservations for Sunday breakfast).
At first I thought we were going to be late because Las Vegas Blvd was closed for the marathon and so the police were diverting traffic elsewhere, in this case we made a u-turn and went back in the opposite direction we came from.
Thankfully we made it on time to for our 8am reservation. One of the best things I've come to appreciate about Verandah is its location AWAY from the hustle and bustle of the Strip. Since there isn't a casino in the Four Seasons, guests and visitors alike can enjoy the peace and serenity this restaurant has to offer. And besides this tranquility, their service is just simply impeccable as well. Everyone from the hostess to the servers make you feel very welcome and treat you like you're one of the Ocean's 11.
But now let's talk about the most important meal of the day: Breakfast.
Although there were other items on the menu that seemed appealing, as well as the buffet, we didn't deter from our mission and ordered our corned beef and pastrami hash. Well, good things come to those who wait and this certainly was well worth waiting for. Simply put: One of the best breakfast meals I've ever had.
Bottom Line: Peaceful. Quiet. Great Service. Fantastic Breakfast.Listed in: What Happens in Vegas.........
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Review from Julie H.
2/1/2011 1 Check-in Here
I came here after 5 hours at Spa Mandalay. The spa only had a basket of bananas and apples, some juice and water, and I hadn't eaten breakfast. Needless to say, I was flippin starving, and when I'm that hungry, I never know what I want because nothing sounds good enough. So I decided that after my spa treatment, to treat myself further by visiting the very near and very posh Four Seasons Hotel. I stopped by the concierge desk at the Mandalay Bay (where I was staying) and asked if there was anything she could recommend me at the Four Seasons and she directed me to Verandah.
Let me just say, that this was the best solitary lunch I've ever had. It was a beautiful, crisp, January afternoon and I chose to sit outside and have lunch with my Cavalli sunglasses on. Having no reservations, I requested a table for 1, but before I was even taken to my table, I was offered a newspaper for reading. I opted for my British Elle magazine instead.
I ordered a sparkling water with lime, and it came out with a varietal bread basket along with some pure olive oil the waiter walks around with in a fancy little pourer. Personally, I think the bread basket is an indicator of how nice a restaurant is, and this was no exception. Wanting to present myself as a posh customer, I forwent most of it, and proceeded to order the Italian Wedge Salad. I love wedge salads, it sets the scene for a high-end power lunch. For my main lunch course, I went with one of the restaurant's signature dish, the "Christina" Panini that had pesto chicken, onion jam, basil mayo, tomatoes, and provolone, with a small side broccoli salad. Service was expectedly impeccable, because they brought out the check almost immediately after I mentioned I had an appointment in half an hour (an appointment with the Lion King matinee showing!).
I sat there for an hour reading my magazine, enjoying the sun and solitude, noshing on $30 worth of wedge salad and chicken panini and it was fabulous. Definitely keeping this place my own secret Vegas hiding place, and coming back for their afternoon tea which you have to reserve a day in advance and is only available on the weekdays.
After a long night of drinking and gambling, an early spa treatment is in order, and after, a quiet lunch at the Verandah followed by an early matinee show of the Lion King really puts you back in the mood to hit the town again!Listed in: viva! las vegas!
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Review from Rosalie R.
Malvern, PA
4/24/2011 1 Check-in Here
This place has such potential, I'm just hoping I got there on an "off" day.
Foremost, Verandah is in the Four Seasons so expectations are already really high.
Their signature eggs Benedict is served on polenta cake instead of an English muffin. My mom asked if she could have it served traditionally and the server said, yes, totally, we do it all the time.
When our order arrived, the Benedict had the polenta cake. I also ordered a side of fruit that I didn't get initially either. It seemed anything that was out of the ordinary was simply ignored.
I was done eating my ricotta pancakes (super yummy) before my mom's meal arrived following the polenta debacle.
I'm going to have to give this one a second chance but for now I'm giving Verandah 3 stars. -
Review from leah v.
2/22/2011 1 Check-in Here
Had brunch here our first morning/afternoon in Vegas. The atmosphere is everything you imagine a restaurant at the Four Seasons would be. Quiet. Breezy. Elite.
I had a couple of eggs and bacon with hashbrowns, and found it to be pretty delicious. My husband had the Huevos Rancheros. It came with a large sausage and a whole lot of cheese. It must have been tasty because he didn't speak much.
We sat out on the patio for our meal, and it was really nice to get away from the hustle and bustle of the cars zooming by on the Strip. It's kind of like a tropical retreat hidden inside a neon jungle.Listed in: Vegas for the Southerner
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Review from D. E.
Twin Falls, ID
7/17/2011 1 Check-in Here
Really enjoyed the food. Wine list was good.
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Review from Brandy L.
Brentwood, CA
9/28/2011 1 Check-in Here
1st of all I luv a good Italian restaurant tht says yes I will make you anything that isnt on the menu! Amazzing! We sat outside enjoyed the breeze vino & wonderful food!
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Review from Mitch M.
Ann Arbor, MI
2/15/2011
Amazing.
Underline it. Highlight it. Bold it.
Just amazing!
In my entire life I have never received such amazing service. The waitstaff do an incredible job of making you feel like you're a celebrity. And the food... to die for! I can't really recommend any one thing since it is all very, very good. However, a word of caution... don't fill up and skip dessert (the handmade donuts are unbelievable).
I was here in December and had (I think his name was) Jonathon. He should win an award for waiting tables... yes folks, he's that good. The whole restaurant is that good really.
If you come to Vegas and you don't go here you've seriously missed out.
