 Top of The World Restaurant Review: Revolving a full circle every 80 minutes, this restaurant and cocktail lounge offers a panorama of the Las Vegas Valley from its 106th-floor perch atop the Stratosphere's soaring tower. Feel free to wave at the skyjumpers as they dart past your window. Executive chef Rick Giffen and French chef Claude Gaty crafted a menu inspired by Gaty's travels around the world. Seafood lovers will find much to like with the shellfish platter, seared scallops with sudachi tamari glaze and corn salsa, and lobster bisque garnished with lobster cream. A standout appetizer is the duo of beef carpaccio and tartare, made with tender Australian Wagyu filet, peppadew aïoli and white truffle sea salt. For entrées, the rack of lamb is accented with hoisin orange sesame glaze, while the surf 'n' turf features a 9 oz. filet mignon, lobster tail thermidor and roasted seasonal vegetables. A wine pairing suggestion accompanies each main course, matching selections from a distinctive wine list that includes labels from France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Napa Valley, Australia, South Africa and South America. Finishing touches might include a tres leches trifle or classic crème brûlée. A four-course chef's prix-fixe menu ($98, plus optional wine pairings for $30) is also available.
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