WAKUDA

Global culinary superpower Tetsuya Wakuda, whose Tetsuya’s is legendary in Sydney, Australia, and whose Waku Ghin at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore garnered him two Michelin stars, opened Wakuda in The Venetian Resort’s Palazzo Tower. He bypassed other cities for his US debut, choosing Vegas for its buzzy energy that reminded him of the Shinjuku area of Tokyo—and inspired the restaurant. This is his playground for blending traditional and contemporary Japanese cuisine using the ultimate ingredients from around the world: Japanese seafood and beef, New Zealand Ora King Salmon, Tasmanian oysters, and Canadian lobsters.

Walk into Wakuda and you'll find that the glowing lanterns and neon lights immediately set the tone for a fancy lunch or a high-energy night out (no matter how sluggish you might still be feeling from the past evening). Sure, you’ll find some of the freshest sushi in town, with king salmon from New Zealand that’s topped with a pinch of yuzu kosho, but Wakuda is more than just a glamorous sushi bar. The grilled meats, such as the $175, 10-ounce Tasmanian washu ribeye are also worth the splurge.

After earning a couple Michelin stars in Singapore, Tetsuya Wakuda arrives in Las Vegas with a self-titled restaurant at the Venetian. The dining room takes inspiration from Tokyo's Shinjuku nightlife scene, with neon lights illuminating a dark corridor near the entrance. Statues of sumo wrestlers squaring off is another playful touch, but the menu is all-business, combining traditional Japanese techniques with occasional French touches.

Over at the Venetian, Wakuda shifts the attention away from the gondolas and Venice-style canals to Tokyo’s Shinjuku neighborhood. Giant statues of two sumo wrestlers about to battle and neon lights bring a touch of Japan to the fine dining restaurant. Sushi and sashimi stars on this menu as does the miso sea bass and scallops in a garlic yuzu butter.

The Venetian Resort Las Vegas and the adjoining Palazzo have one of the strongest food and beverage offerings on the Strip. Their cocktail collective—consisting of the Dorsey, Rosina, and Electra—makes some of the finest craft tipples. Then there’s the incredible array of restaurants, including the X Pot, a high-end hot pot experience where wagyu is the star; Mott 32, a restaurant from Hong Kong that serves dishes like Peking duck that’s been applewood-roasted for 42 days and Iberico char siu; and Estiatorio Milos, where fresh seafood is flown in daily.

For a high-end dining experience at The Venetian like no other, WAKUDA is the perfect spot. Boasting some of the freshest ingredients you can find in Las Vegas, with a blend of Japanese flavors infused with French technique, this is some of the most amazing Japanese food you can find in the city. One highlighted experience is the Omakase, where the chef will create a fully custom 10-15 course menu for you to indulge in.

Tetsuya Wakuda is a world-renowned chef with famous locations in Australia and Singapore. His Waku Ghin restaurant in Singapore’s Marina Bay has two Michelin stars, with his new self-titled restaurant being his first in the United States. While the menu focuses on Japanese cuisine, including a mixture of contemporary and traditional options, these dishes use some of the best ingredients from around the world.

Wakuda is a bold and cool Japanese restaurant located at The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort. Vibrant florals, neon decor, and loud artwork create a busy and urban ambiance that is quite unique compared to most sushi restaurants. Sip on sake, wine, or craft cocktails while you admire the dining room before ordering some oysters, spicy tuna crispy rice, and kanpachi carpaccio for the table.

Michelin-starred chef Tetsuya Wakuda built his reputation in Sydney and Singapore, but now comes to Las Vegas with a self-titled restaurant at the Venetian. Wakuda Las Vegas takes over the elegant Morels space in the Palazzo tower in partnership with John Kunkel’s 50 Eggs Hospitality, promising a “pure focus” on upscale Japanese cuisine.

No. 1790 Las Vegas, NV 89109(702) 665-8592www.wakudajapanese.com/las-vegas. Las Vegas has no shortage of Asian restaurants with Michelin-star credentials, including WAKUDA. Located near the lobby of the Palazzo Tower at the Venetian Resort, this high-end Japanese restaurant is the newest Asian restaurant to make this list.

Wakuda is the creation of Chef Tetsuya Wakuda, acclaimed for his Japanese cuisine. Part of the inspiration here was Tokyo's Shinjuku ward, with the goal of joining old-world elements to modern fare. The distinctively upscale Wakuda offers omakase, izakaya, sushi and a host of finely prepared dishes.

Enjoy the fresh Japanese culinary creations of chef Tetsuya Wakuda. The New Zealand king salmon belly nigiri melts in the mouth on contact, as does the Japanese wagyu. The Strip-facing patio is an outdoor dining opportunity with glittering views at The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort.

Wakuda takes its roots back to Japan and their notable and unique tastes, giving guests the chance to indulge in this incredible culture. Bringing old and new ideas together, you’re sure to find something to satisfy your cravings and transport you to the winding alleyways of Tokyo.

Bold flavors and traditional Japanese cuisine are on the menu at one of the best restaurants in Las Vegas, the renowned Japanese restaurant Wakuda. Inspired by the Shinjuku ward in Tokyo, diners get to try a modern take on Japanese flavors in high-end dining.

It opens this summer, and I am looking forward to meeting chef Tetsuya Wakuda. This will be his first fine-dining Japanese restaurant in North America. and it’s going to be really amazing!.