✨ An Unforgettable Culinary Journey at MICHAEL MINA (Bellagio, Las Vegas)
There are meals that simply feed you, and then there are meals that change how you think about flavor. My evening at MICHAEL MINA at the Bellagio — hosted by @michaelminalv, @chefmichaelmina, @theminagroup, and @bellagio — was unmistakably the latter. From the first amuse bouche to the final bright note of The Lemon, every plate was a lesson in balance: texture, temperature, and seasoning working in perfect conversation.
🍽️ The Setting & Welcome
The dining room at Michael Mina feels both intimate and elevated: soft lighting, immaculate service, and an attention to detail that begins before your first sip. We were offered the Signature Tasting Menu — a beautifully paced multi-course experience (menu pricing is $195 per person with optional wine pairings) — and I knew I was in for something special.
✨ Amuse Bouche — A Poetic Opening
The amuse arrived like a whispered promise: MICHAEL MINA'S CAVIAR PARFAIT — layers of smoked salmon, crème fraîche, and delicate egg mimosa. It was a tiny, perfect composition that awakened my palate and set the tone for a meal built on refinement.
🥢 First Course — Bright & Clean
The first course options were Baja Striped Bass Crudo and Ahi Tuna Tartare, showcasing Mina’s talent for highlighting pure seafood flavors with well-chosen accents. My tuna course was bright with Asian pear and a whisper of heat, the textures lively and the acidity timed to reset the palate between bites.
🦐 Second Course — Playful & Luxurious
The second course options read like a love letter to the sea: Crispy Kona Blue Prawn with tropical notes, Phyllo-Crusted Petrale Sole with crab brandade, and the comfort-meets-elegance of a Maine Lobster Pot Pie. Each dish balanced fun technique with comforting flavors — the kind of courses you remember for days.
🥩 Third Course — Prime & Precise
When it came to mains, the choices were decadent: Bolinas Black Cod, a foie-graced Filet Mignon 'Rossini', or the showstopping Japanese 'Kagoshima' Wagyu. I opted for the wagyu — buttery, umami-rich, and served with pared-back garnishes that let the beef sing.
🍋 Dessert — The Grand Finale
Dessert is where creativity meets comfort: the dark, elegant Fleur de Cacao or the citrus brilliance of The Lemon. I chose The Lemon — bright, layered, and precisely sweet — a refreshing punctuation to a layered dining experience. Paired with a thoughtful digestif, it was the perfect endnote.
🤍 Service & Atmosphere
Service at Michael Mina is quietly spectacular. Courses arrive with gentle timing, servers explain each plate briefly, and sommelier pairings enhance — never overpower — the food. This is fine dining done with heart and a clear love of hospitality.
Menu snapshot: Signature Tasting Menu ($195 per person), Wine Pairing ($125), Premium Pairing ($295). Reservations recommended. Location: MICHAEL MINA, Bellagio — 3600 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109.
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📍 Thank You & Final Thoughts
Thank you @michaelminalv, @ashleyafarkas, @doris.mcalderon, @r_dixit, @jalynngleason,@dianesbloodymary, @bellagio, and @mgmresortsintl for an extraordinary evening. If you love tasting menus that combine technical mastery with genuine flavor joy, add Michael Mina to your Las Vegas must-dine list.