More than
ten years ago, Top of the World opened at the Stratosphere Hotel, Tower and
Casino and remains one of the most romantic places to dine with great food,
intoxicating atmosphere and an unbelievable view. Located in the Tower, one
enters a foyer complete with a piano before entering the elevator to Top of the
World, 106 stories in the air. The friendly elevator operator warmly greets
diners, and entertains with facts about the Stratosphere as that the elevator
travels 20 miles per hour. In less than 30 seconds and more than 105 floors,
the elevator doors open either into the Top of the World Restaurant or into the
Romance Lounge, one floor above the restaurant. The first sight of Las Vegas
from that high is just breath-taking and is the beginning of an wonderful
experience, whether for lunch, dinner or a late night drink.
The entire
restaurant is a circle which includes the kitchen and bar on the inside and the
tables on the outer rim. Located more than 800 feet above Las Vegas, this
award-winning restaurant revolves 360 degrees in one hour and 20 minutes with a
fantastic scene every degree of the way.
Top of the
World is a classy, beautiful place to dine. The colors are rich, the carpeting
is a deep burgundy, and everything, from pats of butter to desserts, to the
plates, is created with the image of the Stratosphere tower. The tablecloths
are sparkling white with white plates colored with burgundy. The table settings
are complete and Top of the World is very open yet intimate at the same time.
All items
at Top of the World are served a la carte, although three and four-course
dinners for two are offered. Top of the World’s wine list features 215 wines,
available by the glass and bottle.
Some of
the entrees offered include Filet Mignon and Shrimp, Center cut Certified Angus
Beef® charbroiled and topped with two shrimp and a lemon butter caper sauce,
Prime Rib Certified Angus Beef ® slow roasted and served with au jus and creamy
horseradish sauce, Salmon di Parma wrapped with sage and Proscuitto over
caramelized pears and basil beurre blanc, Ahi Tuna seared medium to medium rare
and served with fennel salad and Kurobuta Pork Chop marinated, grilled and
served with an apple-apricot compote and port reduction.
The
seafood offered include Sea Bass encrusted
with Porcini mushroom dust, pan
seared and
served over wilted Romaine finished with Riviera de Fiori extra
virgin olive oil, Dover Sole Almandine served with a buerre blanc sauce, and
Salmon di Parma wrapped with sage and Proscuitto over caramelized pears and
basil beurre blanc.
Desserts
include their signature dessert; The Chocolate Stratosphere which is a
Stratosphere Tower filled with rich dark chocolate mousse and garnished
tableside with vanilla sauce. There is Panna Cotta, a creamy Spanish custard
flavored with a touch of Grand Marnier served atop a rich butter cookie. Also
offered is Tiramisu, ladyfingers dipped in Kahlua, Amaretto, and flavored with
espresso, layered in Mascarpone cheese and garnished with fresh whipped cream.
For dessert beverages, try Tuscan Coffee, a Godiva White Chocolate Martini or a
Godiva Dark Chocolate Martini.
The awards
this place has won are numerous and include:
Best of
City Search Winner
"Best
Special Occasion Dining"
"Best
Romantic View"
The Best
of WHAT'S ON 2005
"Favorite
Restaurant"
AOL City
Guide
"Best all
around Restaurant 2005"
"Best
Romatnic Restaurant 2005"
One of
Americas Top 10 Gourmet Room in the 21st Century
International Award of Excellence
Award of
Excellence
1996,
1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2003, 2004
Wine
Spectator
Best View
Best of
City Search 2004
Best
Romantic Restaurant
Best of
City Search 2004
Best
Special Occasion Restaurant
Best of
City Search 2004
Best
Romantic Restaurant
Audience
Winner
Best of
City Search 2002
Favorite
Gourmet Restaurant
5th Annual
Visitors Choice Awards 2004
What’s On
(The Las Vegas Guide)
Favorite
Gourmet Restaurant
Visitor’s
Choice Awards 2001
What’s On
(The Las Vegas Guide)
Favorite
Restaurant (Overall)
Visitor’s
Choice Awards 2001
What’s On
(The Las Vegas Guide)
Favorite
Gourmet Restaurant
1st Annual
Online Visitors Choice Awards
What’s On
(The Las Vegas Guide)
Certificate of Achievement in Restaurant Wine & Spirits Hospitality
The Santé
Awards 1998
Certificate of Achievement in Restaurant Wine & Spirits Hospitality
The Santé
Awards 1999
Best
Wine/Spirits Dinner Menu in Mountain and Southwest States
The Santé
Awards 1999
Top of the
World Restaurant
Stratosphere Las Vegas
2000 Las
Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas,
NV 89104
800-998-6937
(702)380-7777
www.topoftheworldlv.com
For
reservations, call (702) 380-7711. Private Dining is also available.
Reservations required for Dinner.
Reservations are highly recommended at Lunch.
