Waiting lists became a nightly ritual.īy 2010, Lotus of Siam was widely considered one of the best Thai restaurants in the United States. Casino limos started pulling up asking for reservations. An extensive wine cellar and menu were brought in. Eager for expansion, Lotus of Siam took over the adjacent space next door, knocked out a few walls, tripled in size, and became a full-service restaurant. Tourists gradually discovered the family’s century-old traditional recipes, many of the dishes from Northern Thailand, with their own unique flavors and characteristics. The original location opened in 1999 in a worn-down strip mall on East Sahara shoehorned in between a billiards hall and a massage parlor.* The tiny hole-in-the-wall that began with a lunch buffet and only a dozen tables instantly proved to be wildly popular with locals. Lotus of Siam is an iconic name on the now-dynamic Las Vegas food scene.
The new Lotus of Siam restaurant location at Red Rock Casino has lost something by going more upscale.
Restaurant Review: Lotus of Siam (Red Rock Casino)
