Restaurants
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Esther's Kitchen
Click Here For The WebsiteGreat-aunt Esther was a tough, smart, no-nonsense type who cared about people and gave good advice. “She was a big support to my mom when I was growing up, and that was huge,” says Trees. “She was always there for us.” Esther wrote the check that sent Chef Trees off to the CIA (after all, someone had to get him out of Alfio’s kitchen). And when she passed in 2016 she left James a nest egg – the money he needed to finally open his own restaurant.
The restaurant is named in her honor for all of this, and because everyone hopefully has someone like Aunt Esther. Whoever that person was for you, when you walk in the door we want you to feel like you’re at their house. We want you to feel cared for.
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Al Solito Posto
Click Here For The WebsiteModern neighborhood restaurant offering refined Italian classics and hand-crafted cocktails in the heart of Las Vegas' Tivoli Village. “Al Solito” promises to have you look at well known dishes like Tomato Caprese, Chicken Parmesan, and Lobster Fra Diavolo with new eyes, while the sophisticated bar menu (some highlights: A barrel-aged Boulevardier, Negroni Bar, spritzes and spirit-free selections) delight all lovers of a fine cocktail. Italian wines, naturally, dominate the cellar.
Under the watchful eyes of Chef Partner James Trees, Al Solito Posto has been touted as one of the hottest new restaurants in Las Vegas since 2021 by media including Robb Report, Thrillist, USA Today, and Eater–and even spotlighted in TIME magazine’s World’s Greatest Places 2021. Locally, both Las Vegas Weekly and Desert Companion spotlighted it in their Restaurant Awards: Las Vegas Weekly anointing it “Staff Pick: Best Neighborhood Italian” while Desert Companion bestowed it with “Excellence in Service & Management.”
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Ada's Food + Wine
Click Here For The WebsiteFrom James Beard Finalist Chef James Trees and LEV Group, Ada’s Food + Wine presents shareable social dishes and creative dishes from around the world by Chef de Cuisine Jackson Stamper (formerly of Employees Only in New York) in collaboration with Chef Trees. Mediterranean and Asian flavors sit side by side with clean proteins and an unbeatable smash burger. Chosen by Advanced Sommelier Kat “Wine Goddess” Thomas for their intrigue, value and delight, the innovative wine list includes whites, roses and reds from around the world, categorized by descriptors such as “zesty, bright & aromatic” or “bold, spicy & rich” rather than region or grape. Along with nearly 100 bottle selections (starting at $30), nearly two dozen wines by the glass are offered ranging $9-20. Sparkling wines, sherries, amaros and beers are also available.
Offering indoor and outdoor seating, Ada’s Food + Wine has a fresh inviting atmosphere including kitchen-facing wraparound wood bartop, tufted banquettes and hightop group tables.
Ada’s has received myriad accolades both local and national, including most recently recognition from Wine Enthusiast as one of the Top 50 wine restaurants in the US.
