Yusho, the Japanese-inspired grill and noodle house by renowned Chicago chef Matthias Merges, will make its Las Vegas debut at Monte Carlo in April 2014.
The menu will include varieties of fresh seafood, poultry, meats and vegetables, cooked-to-order over a fire, along with house-made pickled vegetables, noodles and steamed buns. The high-energy venue will offer guests a variety of social experiences positioned right in the heart of The Strip.
Visitors can choose which scene they want to focus on at Yusho, whether you are people watching on the outdoor patio, enjoying panoramic views of the open kitchen as chefs create delicious dishes, or hanging out at the bar as bartenders serve handcrafted cocktails, Japanese beers or a refreshing sake selection.
The 250-seat venue was inspired by vintage industrial spaces, anime and Japanese ramen shacks.
"Yusho exemplifies the energy we will bring to the new venues at the front of Monte Carlo," said Monte Carlo General Manager Patrick Miller. "Unexpected yet flavorful combinations in each dish at Yusho, paired with an electric restaurant atmosphere that delivers great food and drinks will make Yusho a dining destination for visitors from around the world."
Chef Merges added:
"My travels throughout Japan, Singapore and mainland China inspired me to create a concept that expresses my personal interpretation of traditional Japanese cuisine. I am delighted to introduce Yusho to the Las Vegas market and I believe the restaurant will fit in seamlessly with the culinary experiences in development at Monte Carlo as well as appeal to guests and tourists from all over the world that visit the city."
Merges first gained national recognition for his work at Chicago's Charlie Trotter's, a AAA Five Diamond Award-winning restaurant. During Merges' tenure, the restaurant was a recipient of 11 James Beard Association awards. FOOD & WINE magazine named the Chicago outpost of Yusho among its "Best Restaurants" for 2012 and Eater National acknowledged the Las Vegas location as one of the "Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings of 2014."
The restaurant is part of a major transformation currently taking place at Monte Carlo, as the entire front façade recreated into a gathering place where visitors can take in the city's robust sights, sounds and flavors. In addition to Yusho, the new plaza will feature a variety of casual restaurants, bars and eateries - all opening this spring.
Yusho will be open daily for dinner. For more on the restaurant, click here.
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