Lucky Dragon Releases Their Culinary Portfolio

Five Restaurants will open with Lucky Dragon later this year…

Later this year, the Lucky Dragon Hotel and Casino makes it’s debut, with food to boot. The five restaurants are:

• 龙巷Dragon’s Alley (originally called “Night Market”)
• 珍之味 Pearl Ocean
• 鳳凰臺Phoenix
• 茶轩Cha Garden
• 包饺店Bao Now

Get used to the Chinese/English font variations as they will be all over the place at Lucky Dragon.

The press release starts off with:

As the premier authentic Asian destination in Las Vegas…

Well, right now it’s, you know, still a construction site. Just sayin’. Sort of a “Don’t count your eggs”..thing. OK, let’s move on. I’ll just let the PR speak for itself since these places don’t exist yet, there are no reviews to fact check. Here’s what you can expect at Lucky Dragon:

Dragon’s Alley

“Inspired by the vibrant night markets dotting the streets throughout Taipei and landmarks such as Ghost Street in Beijing, Dragon’s Alley will introduce Las Vegas to the best street food offerings of China, Taiwan and broader Asia. This lantern-lit space will transport Lucky Dragon guests to the excitement and discovery that defines the culinary adventure of night markets throughout Asia. Dragon’s Alley will be open from breakfast through late evening and will feature a rotating menu of regional delicacies, fresh (and live) seafood, exquisite dim sum, succulent barbecue, delicious boba tea, and much more. The seating area will feature 325 seats in a dynamic environment designed to be as varied as the urban streetscapes by which they are inspired.”

They also go on to describe the Jewel Kitchen which allows gamblers the view of cooking from the casino floor:

“Encapsulated by windows with 360 degrees of viewing angles, the Jewel Kitchen will be Las Vegas’ only show kitchen that extends directly onto the casino floor – marrying the gaming and culinary action. From every seat on the gaming floor, Lucky Dragon customers will see fresh dim sum being rolled and steamed, as well as the flash of woks firing freshly-made stir fry. Guests will experience the heat, steam, smells, and sights of an action-packed Chinese kitchen.”

 

I can’t say I’ve ever wanted to check out cooking action while on the casino floor, then again I’ve been known to ogle the hotness action at Planet Hollywood’s Pleasure Pit.

Which brings us to Pearl Ocean…

Pearl Ocean

“Lucky Dragon will set a new standard for dim sum in Las Vegas. Pearl Ocean will serve lunch and dinner daily, featuring a menu of exquisite delicacies, as well as all-day cart service that has become synonymous with the dim sum experience. A live seafood room joins the main dining room, where guests can select live exotic seafood flown in daily to be prepared in both traditional and modern culinary styles. This 240-seat restaurant will feature private dining opportunities as well as occasional live entertainment surprises. Designed to reflect the rich seafood heritage of the southern China coast, Pearl Ocean will be Las Vegas’ restaurant of choice for family or intimate dining, and serve some of the finest dim sum in North America.”

 

A live seafood room? So you can see the food before you eat it? My apologies for the lame joke. Let’s just move on and try to put this behind us. Peer counselors are available.

Phoenix

“Phoenix will boast a menu of cutting-edge culinary trends found throughout modern China. Kurobuta pork, deer tendon, abalone and countless other rare and expertly prepared delicacies will punctuate the culinary adventure and world-class service for Las Vegas’ most discerning palates. Featuring 60 seats, a private balcony and a finely curated wine list, the restaurant will be Las Vegas’ most exclusive Chinese fine dining destination.”

Did somebody say Deer Tendon?! I’ve had venison once, back in 2012. When Hurricane Sandy wiped out a chunk of my old neighborhood in Rockaway Beach, NY. We had no infrastructure for two weeks. My neighbor’s cousin brought over loads of frozen venison. It was ok.

Cha Garden

“Lucky Dragon’s hotel lobby and pool area blend seamlessly into one indoor/outdoor tea garden and lounge area. Led by Las Vegas’ only tea sommelier, Cha Garden will feature an extensive list of tea sourced directly from generations-old tea farms throughout Asia. The indoor area of Cha Garden will feature a variety of bar and soft seating options to enjoy tea and yum cha (light snacks akin to Chinese tapas) in a casual or formal service atmosphere. Open 24 hours, the pool features cabanas by day that double as private tea huts at night for guests to gather in an intimate setting to chat, drink, eat, listen to music and watch international TV programming. Punctuated by a delicate waterfall, mosaic sculptures, powerful oak trees and a shoreline swimming pond, guests will enjoy the tranquility of a Feng Shui designed garden to enjoy a world-class tea experience unlike anything else available in Las Vegas. While tea will be the focus of the Cha Garden experience, the venue will also feature a full bar, beer, wine and cocktail program for guests seeking to engage in a more traditional Las Vegas nightlife experience.”

Now, this one is my favorite solely because of the name:

Bao Now

“For guests that want a reliable, fast, and delicious meal or snack 24 hours a day, Bao Now will be the answer. Located adjacent to the main gaming floor, the eatery will feature simple dim sum, soups, rice, noodles, congee, Boba tea, and other dishes meant to be consumed on the go. It will also feature a diverse offering of teas and coffees, providing a fix for Lucky Dragon customers at any hour. While seating will be available, Bao Now’s offerings are also meant to travel with guests to all areas of the resort.”

Sing it with me! “BAO DOWN BEFORE THE ONE YOU SERVE, YOU’RE GONNA GET WHAT YOU DESERVE!”

Here’s a pic of their Center Bar, every casino has to have a Center Bar:

I’ve said it before, I’m always willing to try a new food option, or five. Lucky Dragon will be the new thing for me to be excited about when it opens later this year.

[Images: Lucky Dragon Las Vegas, Greg C, Faces and Aces LV]

Michael Movestro

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