Best Authentic Restaurants in The Lakes

We visited Al Solito Posto for the first time for Valentine's Day dinner 2025. We arrived much earlier than our reservation, so we spent some time at the bar prior to dining. The cocktails were excellent, the bartenders were friendly, engaging and funny. After a much shorter wait than anticipated, our table was ready. We were sat in a comfortable and spacious booth, and greeted immediately by our server, Jenner. Simply put, Jenner was excellent and elevated every aspect of our experience. He was friendly, very knowledgeable about the menu, willing to share his opinions and input when requested, and his recommendations were spot on. Jenner had a great balance of professionalism, humor, and friendliness. He was by frequently, but didn't linger at the table too long. He was one of the best servers that we have experienced in our years in Las Vegas. The food was excellent as well. We started with the squash blossoms which were lightly breaded and generously filled with cheese. For entrees we had the Malfadine (cacio e pepe) and the pappardelle (and added 2 meatballs per Jenner's recommendation). Both plates were excellent with robust flavor and great texture. We finished with Tiramisu dessert which was light and flavorful. All dishes were beautifully plated, and the coursing of the meal was perfect. 10/10 would recommend. We will be back.

This is probably my third trip to Samurai but first time for dinner. Staff here is always super friendly and helpful if there's any questions. Went with my parents this time but I usually come with the GF. Great value here and an absolutely great spot if you're looking for a nice spot for some high quality meat and impeccable service.

The culinary experience at this establishment was nothing short of exquisite. While the scallops were delectable, they could have benefited from a more pronounced sear, requiring an additional 45 seconds to reach that perfect golden crust. The crab cakes were a revelation, far exceeding my expectations in both size and flavor. They were a symphony of taste, each bite a testament to the quality of the ingredients. The fettuccine bolognese dish was equally impressive, so much so that I found myself taking some home. My partners choice of penne vodka with shrimp was met with delight; the shrimp were generously portioned and cooked to an absolute pinnacle of perfection. Though there was a minor delay in the service, our gracious waitress compensated for it by graciously offering a glass of limoncello as a token of apology. Despite this brief interlude, the quality of the food rendered the wait a mere formality, well worth the anticipation it engendered.

This family-run business is great. The food was special. Everyone orders the lemon potatoes because they're really amazing. I overheard some people talking about it at the gym and decided to try the restaurant. There are some items on the menu that are expensive but for the most part it's very reasonably priced. The wait staff are really dedicated to the vision of this very comfortable and inviting restaurant. Elia lives up to its reputation. It's an easy place for a vegetarian to eat as well, especially if you eat fish.

Great experience at the S Rampart Blvd location. The waiter, Trace, was very excellent, professional, knowledgeable and helpful. Food quality was great. Enjoyable. Noise wasn’t too loud. Will attend North Italia again. Thank you