| About: | Georges LaForge's Pamplemousse Le Restaurant... Keefer Ford Manager / Maitre D' Wrap yourself in an atmosphere of cozy romance with a gentle ambiance of a French countryside inn and dine on cuisine uniquely suited to the most discriminating tastes. Those are just a few of the qualities that have won Bon Appetit magazine, an envious rating as one of Playboy Magazine's "50 Best US Restaurants" and repeatedly voted "Best Gourmet", "Best French Restaurant" and "Best Romantic Las Vegas Restaurant" in the Las Vegas Review Journal annual pooling and the recent selection of one of the 10 Best restaurants overall in Las Vegas. One of the First French Restaurants to open in Las Vegas (1976), Nestled at the edge of a quiet residential area two blocks east of the Las Vegas Strip, away from the glitzy glamour of the casino, Pamplemousse Le Restaurant is regarded locally, statewide and nationally and as far as Europe as one of the finest French Restaurants in Las Vegas. |
| Hours: | Dinner nightly |
| Categories: | Steak Houses, Seafood Restaurants, French Restaurants, Continental Restaurants, Restaurants |
| Parking: | Private Lot |
| Payment: | MasterCard, Visa, American Express |
| Specialities: | Country Style, Dim Lights, Music |
| Amenities: | Award Winning, Banquet/Private Rooms, Beer, Celebrities, Fireplace, Game Menu, Light Menu, Parking, Prixe-Fixe Menu, Reservations, Special Theme, Tasting Menu, Wheelchair Access, Wine, Wine Tastings |
| Chef: | Georges LaForge / Keefer Ford Manager / Maitre D' |
| Cuisine: | Fish & Seafood, French, French Nouveau, Steak & Barbecue |
| Ambiance: | Casual, Elegant, Family Friendly, Quiet, Romantic |
| Feature: | Entertainment, Great Wine List, Healthy Options, Private Rooms, Take Out |
| Reservations Policy: | Suggested |
| Smoking: | Non-Smoking Restaurant |
| Dress Code: | Business Casual |
| Price: | $23 - $45 |
| Other Contact Info: | Fax: 702 733 9139 Email: pamplemousse.lv@hotmail.com |
My husband and I enjoyed another traditional gourmet meal at Pamplemousse Le Restaurant in Las Vegas. Dinner starts with crudités, a wonderful selection of fresh vegetables (a nice alternative to a salad), along with olives and bread. The pistachio crust & rosemary gave my Rack of Lamb just the right touch; I like that it is available for one. My husband started with the classic French Onion Soup Gratinée, and for his entrée chose a special - the osso bucco - pronouncing it better than any he has had from an Italian chef. In lieu of an appetizer, I saved room for a Grand Marnier Soufflé. Even with a very nice bottle of wine, the dinner was a good value. In the past we have also enjoyed Roasted Duckling, Veal Medallions, Shrimp, Filet Mignon - all served with a variety of delicious sauces.
The restaurant sits by itself on the north side of Saraha Avenue, just east of the Strip, so you'll need a rental car or taxi to get there. The French country inn ambiance is complemented by the attentitive, personal service.
A trip to Las Vegas is not complete for us without a dinner in this intimate retreat. While it is a romatic setting, it is also appropriate for business. I was introduced to it 20-some years ago by a colleague; he suggested we get away from the Strip and dine at Pamplemousse. Not only have I been coming back regularly, but I have brought clients, friends and fellow conference attendees.
My husband and I went there together with another couple. It was wonderful. THe service was the best we had ever seen (and I test out places all the time for my job) and it was very romantic - so this would be a great place for an anniversary or special night with your special someone. I highly recomend the Filet!! My husband LOVED his chicken! There Soufle (sp?) is a must!
We had dinner for our anniversary at Pamplemousse recently (Weâve been going there on special occasions for many years) and were told that George (the original owner) has taken in a partner. The partner has instituted several changes that rendered our dinner a big disappointment.
The crudite (vegetable basket) used to be served in a big basket, along with delicious hard boiled eggs. Now it is served in a tiny bucket type thing.
I ordered a glass of Pinot Grigio and strongly suspect that it had been watered down judging by the effect that it didnât have ;-).
The menu used to be recited by the waiters; now it is printed just like in other restaurants. This used to be one of the things that set Pamplemousse apart.
I could go on but, all in all, Iâm truly sorry to say that dinner was a major disappointment.