This is probably the best restaurant to which I will not return. \n\nSounds weird, doesn't it? Allow me to explain. I have heard great things about both Joel Robuchon's places in the MGM. But I have never really gotten into the whole French Food thing. So, before dropping a grand at the big restaurant, we wanted to try L'Atelier. \n\nWe show up and were promptly seated at the counter with an awesome view of the kitchen. Our drinks were well made and the bread was out of this world good. We opted for the tasting menu which was a very nice selection of foods. Each one was presented in a lovely setting. The total amount of food was generous and we didn't leave hungry. Even though each course was prepared well (except the squid was a little tough) none of the 8 or 9 courses made my taste buds sing. The only course that was a home run with me was the lamb. Wow! That was the best lamb I have ever had. \n\nSo, what's the deal? Why won't I go back? To be totally honest, the food, even though it was high quality, just didn't appeal to me. I'm glad I tried this place before dropping a grand at the big restaurant. With the $600 I saved, we had a very nice Wagyu dinner at Craftsteak the next night. \n\nWill I be back? Probably not.
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