Scarpetta Las Vegas is an Italian restaurant serving seasonally inspired fare on the Las Vegas Strip in the Cosmopolitan. The name comes from “Fare la Scarpetta,” which is an Italian expression meaning to take the little boot-shaped piece of bread and scoop up the remaining sauce left in a dish to savor that very last taste of deliciousness. It’s a familial gesture and pleasure to soak that little shoe with homemade goodness.
Here are our thoughts about Scarpetta in Las Vegas, along with the best highlights on the menu.
Ambiance
The ambiance at Scarpetta is wonderful. The upscale dining room feels warm and intimate, with couples dining and friends gathering around the tables and having a wonderful time. From the windows, you can see the twinkling fantastic lights and the Bellagio fountains.
Scarpetta is the perfect place to enjoy the expertly crafted dishes that arrive at your table, share a glass of wine, and linger over a memorable meal.
Menus
Have you ever looked over a menu with seasonally inspired fare and had the thought that rich culinary tradition and fable intertwine to create something out of the ordinary? While Scarpetta’s menu is a modern approach to Italian cuisine, you can taste the tradition in each dish.
Dinner Menu
The soulful menu at Scarpetta features a wide range of signature dishes and traditional specialties. To start your meal, it really doesn’t get any better than the burrata with Campari tomatoes, arugula, roasted peppers, balsamic, and basil. This dish is so fresh and delicious. The tuna tartare is another flavorful dish with chili oil, capers, shallots, pear, and saffron crema. The spiced pork belly with creamy polenta is also a must-try.
Then, there’s the pasta. What would an Italian restaurant be without the best handmade pasta dishes? For decadence, the duck and foie gras ravioli won’t disappoint. We’re big fans of the tagliolini agli scampi, which is prawns, heirloom tomatoes, capers, lemon, and buttery garlic sauce.
For the traditionalists out there, the tagliatelle is presented with lamb bolognese and truffle ricotta cheese.
For fish, the salmon with leek, seasonal vegetables, and truffle sauce is a classic that’s difficult to pass up. You’ll also find classic dishes like chicken piccata, veal Milanese, and a pork chop with crispy parmesan potatoes.
Scarpetta also offers a vegetarian and gluten-free menu.
Dessert & Cheese Menu
There’s only one way to conclude a delicious Italian meal, and that’s with the indulgent pleasure of enjoying something from Scarpetta’s dessert and cheese menu.
While we love a sweet treat, we appreciate the option to finish our meals with a decadent cheese assortment and a glass of wine. The dessert cheese includes a selection of gorgonzola, sheep’s milk caciotta rustica, specialty goat cheese, and more, along with a seasonal compote and spiced nuts.
For sweets, Scarpetta serves an indulgent selection of Italian desserts, like Limoncello, cheesecake, chocolate cake with salted caramel and amaretto gelato, tiramisu with coffee gelato and Scarpetta cookie, coconut pana cotta, and more.
Tasting Menu
Sample a little bit of the full menu of Italian cuisine offered by Scarpetta with their decadent tasting menu. The menu offers seven dishes, which include
- Oysters with tangerine mignonette, granny smith apples, and serrano pepper
- Octopus Grigliata with yuzu, warm potatoes, concentrated tomato, olive, salsa verde & agromato
- Signature Scarpetta Spaghetti with freshly made pasta, tomato, and basil
- Agnolotti with short rib, brown butter, toasted breadcrumbs, and horseradish
- Branzino with Swiss chard, toasted pine nuts, sun raisins, basil, and citrus tomato sauce
- Filet of Beef with Swiss chard and Barolo
- Nutella Bomboloni – Nutella and pastry cream-filled doughnuts served with Nutella ganache and banana gelato.
The tasting menu at Scarpetta is $125 per person, with the option of wine pairing for an additional $65. It’s requested that the entire table participate. The tasting menu is available to guests until 9:00 p.m.
Reviews
Scarpetta has wonderful reviews across the board on review sites like OpenTable, Google, and others. The branzino, fresh pasta, and signature dishes are what we’ve seen highlighted over and over in reviews. The presentation of the dishes also received high marks, which is something we completely agree with.
The great service is something else that has been noticed by many who have eaten at Scarpetta and enjoyed their experience.
Dress Code
Scarpetta doesn’t list a specific dress code, but we can assume that there’s one in place. Scarpetta is a nicer, upscale type of restaurant, so you want to dress appropriately for a wonderful night out. Think upscale casual or elevated resort casual wear.
Hours
Scarpetta is open nightly for dinner service. The restaurant opens at 5:30 p.m. every evening. On Sunday through Thursday, Scarpetta is open until 10:00 pm. On Friday and Saturday, the restaurant stays open until 11:00 p.m.
Map & Location
Scarpetta is located in the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. The address is 3708 S Las Vegas Blvd. Once inside the Cosmopolitan, make your way to the third floor of the Boulevard Tower, which is where you’ll find Scarpetta.
FAQs
Who owns Scarpetta in Las Vegas?
Scarpetta in Las Vegas is operated by LDV Hospitality, which was founded and is operated by John Meadow. The location is managed by General Manager Mario Disi.
Where did the Jersey Shore cast eat in Vegas?
The Jersey Shore cast enjoyed a meal at an Italian restaurant called Casa Di Amore in Las Vegas.
Key Takeaways
- Scarpetta at the Cosmopolitan features an unmatched culinary showcase of delicious Italian dishes.
- Scarpetta is an upscale restaurant that’s perfect for a special night out
- A tasting menu is available, but for an extra special evening, ask to reserve the chef’s table
- Signature dishes include Scarpetta Spaghetti and Agnolotti with short rib, brown butter, and toasted breadcrumbs
- Scarpetta is open nightly for dinner service
- It’s impossible to have an awful experience at Scarpetta – make your reservations today.
