LAS VEGAS, June 10, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Monte Carlo
Resort and Casino has completed a multi-million-dollar reinvention
of its Strip-facing facade, debuting a lively open-air plaza with
six unique dining concepts, vibrant community spaces and dynamic
live entertainment.
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Monte Carlo's new plaza
delivers a cool, high-energy atmosphere making it the ideal setting
to enjoy Vegas' sultry summer nights. The destination includes
Diablo's Cantina, a
festive, two-story Mexican restaurant from leading development and
management company The Light Group, and introduces five
indoor-outdoor restaurants new to The Strip: Yusho,
featuring inventive Japanese-inspired street food by celebrated
chef Matthias Merges; Double
Barrel, the first authentic roadhouse from renowned hospitality
group sbe; 800 Degrees, a pizzeria from the
California-based restaurateurs
behind Umami Burger; BLVD Creamery, a contemporary ice cream
shop with innovative flavors and unexpected dessert offerings; and
Sambalatte, a Vegas-grown premium coffee experience.
An experiential social gathering place, Monte Carlo's new plaza offers:
- Live entertainment: A rotating roster of live bands of
all genres, solo musicians, artists and street performers take over
the plaza daily. From 3 p.m. until
late night, guests will be surprised and delighted by the skilled
entertainers that complete the upbeat, interactive setting.
- Yusho Japanese Grill & Noodle House: Renowned
Chicago chef Matthias Merges brings his imaginative take on
Japanese street food to Las Vegas
with Yusho. Merges' cuisine showcases varieties of steamed buns,
unique ramens, house-made pickles, fresh meats and surprising
desserts. Signature menu items include the Logan Poser Ramen, made
with crispy pork, egg, nori and cucumber; as well as 2X Fried
Chicken, created with spicy kanzuri, green tea and lime zest.
Yusho's innovative beverage program features six cocktails on tap
as well as an immense selection of Japanese craft beers and
road-ready sakes.
- Double Barrel Roadhouse: This high-energy entertainment
and dining venue complements an array of craft cocktails, frozen
libations and beers with its creative Southern-inspired menu.
Roadhouse Sliders, BBQ Chicken Lettuce Wraps, and Deep Fried
S'Mores are just some of early the favorites. The
12,000-square-foot, indoor-outdoor space, envisioned by
award-winning designer Mark Zeff,
welcomes visitors with live performances by the lively "DB girls"
on the elevated catwalks surrounding the bars.
- 800 Degrees Neapolitan Pizzeria: From the masterminds
behind Los Angeles' Umami Burger,
800 Degrees offers guests the experience of creating their
ultimate, gourmet personal pizzas baked at lightning speed. After
selecting a sauce and toppings from anassortment of vegetables,
meats, cheeses and spices, the Neapolitan pizza is baked in an
800-degree wood-burning oven. For those who prefer a chef's
recommendation, specialty pizzas and side dishes include the
Bianca, Sausage & Peppers, Tartufo and Marinara pizzas along
with small bites such as Meatballs, Truffle Cheese Bread and
Antipasti. The 3,000-square-foot indoor dining room and
1,000-square-foot outdoor patio seat approximately 120 pizza
lovers.
- BLVD Creamery: Childhood favorites and cutting-edge
flavors come together at this vibrant ice cream shop that features
organic ice creams along with sorbets, cereal-flavored milks and
other dessert novelties including flavors such as
watermelon-jalapeno, avocado and pinot noir. Monte Carlo's skilled pastry team churns each
creation to silky smooth perfection daily, ensuring each treat is
fresh and delicious. Pops of pastel colors set against bright white
walls and an upbeat soundtrack of indie alternative and post-punk
new wave tunes welcome guests of all ages into a whimsical world of
sweet treats.
- Sambalatte Coffee Lounge & Espresso Bar: This
Las Vegas-based, award-winning
coffee shop exclusively features a Coffee Bean Roaster and a
state-of-the-art coffee lab, providing "The Theatre of Coffee," where guests can watch the experts as
they undergo the roasting process. Of course, no entertainment
experience would be complete without a beverage in hand, so guests
may indulge in signature house blends or creative creations, such
as the Nutella Latte, while they watch live entertainment on
Sambalatte's outdoor patio. The venue also serves tea, sandwiches,
muffins, scones, cookies, pastries and more.
Monte Carlo's plaza is the
first completed element of an interactive neighborhood in
development by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM). In addition
to the plaza, the indoor-outdoor district includes an energetic
patio culture at New York-New York
and The Park, a highly social dining and entertainment space
leading up to a 20,000-seat world-class Las Vegas arena by MGM Resorts and AEG. The
Park and arena will be completed in spring 2016. The project draws
inspiration from historic promenades and squares while focusing on
creating unique memories for today's spontaneous, experience-driven
guests.
For more information and photos, visit Monte Carlo's
newsroom.
About Monte
Carlo
Offering unpretentious luxury at an affordable
price, Monte Carlo features 2,992
deluxe rooms and suites including the exclusive HOTEL32 at the top
of the resort. Monte Carlo is home to the entertainment
phenomenon Blue Man Group, a tranquil spa, lush pool and
tantalizing restaurants and nightlife including the award-winning
French cuisine of Andre's, The Pub and Diablo's Cantina, d.vino Italian Food &
Wine Bar and Dragon Noodle Co. & Sushi Bar. Monte Carlo recently unveiled a new outdoor
plaza on Las Vegas Blvd featuring a variety of culinary venues in a
casual and interactive environment. Monte
Carlo is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts
International (NYSE: MGM).
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