For fans of both Italian cuisine and brunch, the perfect storm on the Las Vegas Strip is Matteo’s Ristorante Italiano, which recently brought back its brunch menu. Fans of the Northern Italian-themed restaurant are no doubt familiar with chef Angelo Auriana’s passion for authenticity, quality and deliciousness. His regular menu features a wide variety of favorites, from grilled Mediterranean sea bass to slow-roasted pork belly, not to mention made-to-order pasta. And now that passion extends to the mimosa crowd!
It’s certainly easy to get in a brunch frame of mind here, offered Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., by starting with something buzzworthy—literally. The Bloody Mary is a beast, featuring garlic-infused vodka with “Matteo’s Mix.” Add some poached shrimp and crudite and you’ve practically got a meal! If mimosas are more your thing, Matteo’s offers a range of flavors—orange, prickly pear, pineapple or blood orange.
