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Restaurants at Bellagio

6/5/2003

Las Vegas, Thursday, June 05, 2003

Picasso
Picasso is one of only two Las Vegas restaurants to have earned the prestigious AAA

Five Diamond Award (2003, 2002).
The award-winning restaurant features the memorable Mediterranean cooking of Chef Julian Serrano. Before joining Bellagio, Chef Serrano held the position of executive chef at the famous Masa's in San Francisco. Chef Serrano's cuisine is inspired by the regional cuisine of France and Spain where Picasso spent much of his life. The restaurant boasts a wine cellar stocked with more than 1400 bottles from the finest European vineyards. Picasso masterpieces, as well as a collection of his charming ceramic pieces, further delight the senses of diners enjoying the Picasso experience.

Le Cirque
Chef Marc Poidevin, formerly the Chef de Cuisine at New York's legendary Five-Star Le Cirque 2000, presents classic Le Cirque cuisine with contemporary influences at Bellagio. Created by Sirio Maccioni, known as the world's most charismatic restaurateur, the Mobil Four-Star restaurant invites guests to indulge and relish world-class wines, haute cuisine and luxurious service in an intimate setting. Exuding a celebratory mood, Le Cirque's opulent dining room, designed by Adam D. Tihany, is complemented by a breathtaking panoramic view of Bellagio's lake. Enhanced with playful colors and geometric shapes, Le Cirque at Bellagio is a continuation of the Maccioni family's tradition of excellence.

Osteria del Circo
At Circo, the second generation of the Maccioni family, Mario, Marco and Mauro, introduce their wildly popular New York restaurant to Bellagio guests. Home style Tuscan food, inspired by matriarch Egidiana Maccioni, is created daily by Chef de Cuisine James Benson and his talented staff. The wine cellar stores more than 500 selections of premium wine representing every region of the world.

Circo, also designed by Mr. Tihany, is delightfully whimsical, vibrant and fun. Like Le Cirque, it too offers stunning views inspired by the romantic milieu of Lake Como, Italy.

Aqua
Michael Mina brings his acclaimed Mobil Four-Star seafood restaurant Aqua to Bellagio. Featuring the seafood preparations of Chef Mark LoRusso, former Sous Chef of the Four-Star California location, Aqua is located adjacent to The Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, a soaring classical interior garden space. Designer Tony Chi created a dynamic environment incorporating rare wood, terrazzo tile and sumptuous fabrics. Aqua showcases two commissioned paintings by the world famous Robert Rauschenberg, Aquacade and Dog House.

Olives
Todd English and Olives, his renowned casual Mediterranean restaurant based in Boston, have been often recognized over the years by the dining public. In 1998, Chef English introduced Las Vegas to his delectable dishes at Olives, strategically positioned within the

Via Bellagio shopping promenade, offering shoppers an upbeat respite for meeting, eating and relaxing. A dazzling chandelier and glass display designed and crafted by Peter Shire, the only American member of the Italian Memphis Group, is part of the magnificent atmosphere at Olives. The caf? features a delightful patio overlooking Bellagio's lake and the mesmerizing dancing fountains.

Prime Steakhouse
With Prime Steakhouse, award-winning Four-Star chef and restaurateur Jean-Georges Vongerichten brings steakhouse dining to new heights. The highest quality meats, seafood and chops are complemented by an extensive, meticulously selected wine list. Designed by Michael DeSantis, the stylish dining room is adjoined by a garden patio and a handsome bar at the entrance leads guests into the speakeasy-style 1930's chophouse. The spectacular art gracing this space includes three commissioned paintings by Carlo Maria Mariani, a George Deem and a Michael Gregory, as well as a stunning, five-paneled water-themed canvas screen executed by Joseph Raffael.

Jasmine
This contemporary gourmet Chinese restaurant is designed with subtle European influences and is flanked on three sides by spectacular garden and lake views. Chef Philip Lo, an originator of nouvelle Hong Kong cuisine, delights guests with his spectacular, modern interpretations of Cantonese, Szechwan and Hunan cuisine. The dining room features authentic, as well as exquisitely replicated, Chinese art.

Shintaro
Shintaro's modern dining room overlooks the lake and is highlighted by natural stone floors, a unique sushi bar which appears to be floating on dazzling blocks of ice and an in-wall aquarium complete with live jellyfish. A fully stocked bar features a unique selection of Japanese beers and premium sakes. The multi-talented culinary team prepares teppan yaki, sushi and contemporary cuisine. The paintings of Frank Owens and a commissioned amber glass sculpture by Martin Blank further enhance the magic of Shintaro.

Noodles
Tony Chi's design brings the traditional noodle kitchens of Asia to Bellagio. Authentic regional noodle dishes from Thailand, Japan, China and Vietnam are created by Executive Chef Hisham Johari and his expert team. In addition to serving traditional Asian specialties, the always-popular Chinese dim sum is available from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Nectar
Nectar, a uniquely free-formed restaurant and bar designed by Chicago's Jordan Mozer, offers the best of regional American cuisine prepared by Executive Chef John Schenk. Guests can watch the drama of an open kitchen �theater� while indulging in Chili Rubbed �Free Range� Pork Chops or Buffalo Mahi Mahi. Pre-theatre dinner is available daily from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Caf? Bellagio
Beautiful interiors and architecture provide a light and airy atmosphere for this upscale 24-hour dining room. Caf? Bellagio presents menus featuring breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night supper selections that offer a wide range of dishes with new and exciting twists on caf? favorites. Guests gaze through turn-of-the-century arched windows to superb views of the pool and garden area.

Petrossian Bar
From afternoon tea to the finest caviar, champagne and smoked salmon, this lavish bar with its beautiful interior and impeccable service will soon earn a reputation as the ultimate meeting place. The Petrossian Bar is located adjacent to the resort's dramatic entryway accented by Italian Cypress trees and a balustraded walkway.

Breads of La Brea Bakery
The irresistible breads of renowned baker and pastry chef Nancy Silverton grace the tables of the restaurants at Bellagio morning, noon and night. La Brea Bakery, founded in Los Angeles, has long been regarded as a trend-setting bakery and has grown to be the largest true artisan bakery in the country.

Buffet at Bellagio
The freshest ingredients are brought together in an exciting display of taste and talent at the superb Buffet Bellagio. The Buffet incorporates several live-action cooking stations and a level of food quality and presentation not currently experienced in Las Vegas. Guests may choose from the best of Italian, Japanese, Chinese, seafood and American cuisines, offered daily, or enjoy an exquisite champagne brunch on the weekend.

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