Lyla D.
Yelp
Since our visit in mid-December 2023, I anxiously waited for the opening of Chef Bobby Flay's new French-inspired restaurant, Brasserie B. So, even while we were traveling abroad in April, I made a dinner reservation knowing that we'd spend a week in Las Vegas before going onto spend time with my Los Angeles relatives. Our appetites for traditional or classic rustic French cuisine were heightened as we were excited to watch the upcoming Summer Olympic Games.
We quickly found Brasserie B's location off the casino floor next to Chef Bobby Flay's Italian restaurant, Amalfi, across from the Nobu Restaurant. From the stylish dark wood exterior and glass exterior windowed, we peered in to see an ample open dining space and bar area filled with lively crowds. We expected to find a boisterous and energetic atmosphere. The two hostesses warmly greeted us, checked us in, and escorted us to our reserved table. Our server, Rossana, reviewed the cocktail and dinner menus while a busser brought us glasses of iced water. Because we familiarized ourselves with the menu, we were ready to place our cocktail (Able Baker "Atomic Duck" Draft Beer for me and a Bulleit Rye Old Fashioned for my husband) and meal orders.
FOOD:
-Mussels: Typically, you'll find moules marinière or moules-frites in brasseries, but Chef Flay re-interpreted the brasserie classic by creating a harissa broth. The broth made with Tunisian hot chili pepper paste or harissa broth wasn't overly spicy to us, but if you're sensitive to peppers, you'd feel the kick. Because harissa contains other spices in addition to the hot chili peppers, this chili condiment enhanced the broth's aromas and flavors. There were over a dozen and a half mussels in this appetizer bowl which made it shareable without filling us too much before dinner. $21
-Frisée aux Lardons: the fresh, crunchy, and mildly peppery frisée leaves was lightly tossed in a Roquefort and bacon vinaigrette and topped with a medium poached egg. I would have preferred a softer or runnier poached egg but still, the yolk oozed over the salad when pierced. $22
-Duck Confit: a tender, savory, rich, and slightly sweet with spices quarter-hind portion (thigh & leg drumstick) of duck was portioned on a plate atop pomergranate seeds and a small pool of tangerine-almond sauce. The duck meat was ultra-tender in contrast to the melt-in-your-mouth crisped duck skin and fat. There was no starch served with the duck so my husband ordered the side of house made shoestring fries with red pepper mayonnaise ($13) to complement his dish. $38 + $13 = $51
-Black Bass: two 3-1/4" tender and moist filets of crispy-skinned black bass seasoned with herbs de Provence sat in a pool of gold-colored sauce jaune (yellow sauce). Each filet piece was fresh, clean-tasting, and melt-in-your-mouth tender which contrasted with its crispy skin. Although rich in flavor and mouthfeel, I thought the portion was small for the price. $46
-Dark Chocolate Soufflé: as our dinner plates were being removed, Rossana pitched the dessert menu. The dark chocolate soufflé headlined the selections and we didn't waste any time placing an order to share between us. Rossana did inform us there would be a wait for our dessert since they make the soufflé to order. We didn't mind waiting since we weren't in a rush to go to a show or meet with others. A male server brought the light and airy soufflé with a container of Grand Marnier sauce and fresh whipped cream. We admired the soufflé's presentation as he quickly proceeded to pierce the soufflé's center without deflating it while pouring the Grand Marnier sauce in and topping it with the whipped cream. We dove into the airy and fluffy soufflé and finished it within "seconds." $16
We enjoyed the flavors, service and ambiance at Brasserie B. Although the preparation, presentation and flavors of the black bass was excellent, I was disappointed with the small portion size of the black bass as it seemed to not be a good value. Perhaps, next time, I'll choose another entree.