Las Vegas has dozens of world-acclaimed restaurants including Joël Robuchon (Vegas's only 3-Michelin-star restaurant), Gordon Ramsay Steak, Carbone at ARIA, Nobu at Caesars Palace, CUT by Wolfgang Puck at Palazzo, Momofuku at The Cosmopolitan, and Bazaar Meat by José Andrés at SAHARA.

Yes — several top buffets remain including Bacchanal Buffet at Caesars Palace (consistently rated best in Vegas), Studio B Buffet at M Resort, and Garden Court Buffet at Main Street Station. Buffets have evolved to chef stations and premium crab, sushi, and carving stations.

Locals favor Chinatown on Spring Mountain Road (authentic Asian cuisine at all price points), the Arts District in Downtown Las Vegas, Summerlin's restaurants, and Henderson's Green Valley area — where prices are lower and restaurants serve residents rather than tourists.

Yes for popular spots: celebrity chef restaurants and fine dining book weeks in advance, especially on weekends. Use OpenTable, Resy, or call the restaurant directly. Casual restaurants, resort food halls, and quick-service spots are generally walk-in friendly.