Aqua Seafood & Caviar Restaurant by Shaun Hergatt
Northern Strip, Las Vegas
Restaurant in Las Vegas, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Aqua Seafood & Caviar Restaurant by Shaun Hergatt works for a seafood-and-caviar dinner on the Strip when wine matters as much as the food. Its 2024 World's Best Wine Lists 2-Star recognition gives it a clearer reason to book than many brand-led Las Vegas restaurants, especially for a later Friday or Saturday plan.
About Aqua Seafood & Caviar Restaurant by Shaun Hergatt
For a first-timer in Las Vegas, Aqua Seafood & Caviar Restaurant by Shaun Hergatt is open for dinner service Tuesday through Saturday, observes a smart casual dress code, has a World's Best Wine Lists 2024 2-Star recognition. The venue name may help with basic planning context, but specific menu items, pricing, service format, seating details are not detailed here.
The practical verdict: consider it when the table wants a planned Las Vegas dinner and the wine-list recognition matters to the decision. Information regarding exact dishes, a bar format, group capacity, takeout, delivery, lunch service, or a specific price tier is not available. Hours are listed as Tuesday through Thursday from 4–9 PM and Friday through Saturday from 4–10 PM; the restaurant is closed Sunday and Monday.
Why the wine credential matters more than the name on the door
The public signal is specific: World's Best Wine Lists 2024 awarded the restaurant 2-Star status. That does not guarantee every diner should spend heavily, but it does make the venue more relevant for guests who care about a recognized wine list. In Las Vegas, where many restaurants compete on different strengths, this is the clearest distinction for Aqua Seafood & Caviar Restaurant by Shaun Hergatt.
For someone building a full Las Vegas food plan, consider this a dinner option without full details on menu format, price, seating, or special services. Other Las Vegas dining rooms may fit different needs, but details available include hours, smart casual dress code, the 2024 2-Star World's Best Wine Lists recognition.
Use it for a Las Vegas dinner with hours in mind
The schedule makes this an evening-only option: closed Monday and Sunday; open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 4–9 PM; and open Friday and Saturday from 4–10 PM. Seat count, booking difficulty, group policy, bar seating, service format are not specified, so diners should avoid making plans around those specifics without checking directly with the restaurant.
If this is part of a broader trip, use Our full Las Vegas restaurants guide for the dining shortlist, then pair it with Our full Las Vegas hotels guide, Our full Las Vegas bars guide, Our full Las Vegas wineries guide, Our full Las Vegas experiences guide. Other options to compare include Carversteak, Craig's Scoop Shop, Kusa Nori, Unnamed Japanese Bistro, VIVA, depending on the kind of meal you are planning.
Quick reference: A Las Vegas dinner option with smart casual dress code, Tuesday-to-Saturday evening hours, a World's Best Wine Lists 2024 2-Star recognition.
Planning details
- Location
- 3000 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
- Website
- aqualv.com
- Phone
- (702) 676-7936
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Aqua Seafood & Caviar by Shaun Hergatt cultivates a restrained, ceremonial dining atmosphere that deliberately contrasts with the clamor of the Strip. The room privileges ritual—especially around caviar service—so courses arrive with deliberate spacing and service is choreographed around temperature and timing. The writing positions the restaurant within a European-informed tradition of fine seafood service, where patience and precision shape the experience. The overall impression is calm and classic: a place that asks diners to slow down, engage with provenance and technique, and let wine and food converse at an unhurried pace.
Best For
This is a restaurant tailored to occasions that benefit from focus and finesse: date nights, business dinners and special celebrations where pacing and presentation matter. With caviar as an organizing concept and a World of Fine Wine two-star credential, it also suits diners who want to work through a carefully curated beverage list alongside seafood-forward courses. The setting—inside Resorts World Las Vegas—makes it convenient for travelers who seek a considered, restaurant-forward alternative to the typical casino experience.
Ordering Tips
Treat the caviar service as the organizing element of a meal here: expect courses to be spaced and follow the staff’s pacing rather than rushing through plates. Lean into the beverage program—its World of Fine Wine two-star recognition signals a curated list worth consulting with service. From the signature roster, consider sharing items that showcase the seafood focus (Chef Shaun's Sashimi Plate, Uni Risotto with King Crab, Dover Sole) and courses that integrate caviar—Wagyu Toast with Caviar highlights that interplay. Allow time between courses to appreciate temperature, texture and pairing choices.
Venue details
Ambiance
Sumptuous and elegant with refined lighting; intimate booth seating allows for people-watching; high-end but not stuffy atmosphere with open ambiance.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- Chef Shaun's Sashimi Plate
- Uni Risotto with King Crab
- Dover Sole
- Wagyu Toast with Caviar
- Lobster Roll
- Kataifi Scallops with Green Curry
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
If this is not the right fit
Book Kusa Nori instead if the group wants Japanese cuisine rather than a seafood-and-caviar-led meal. Choose Carversteak if the safer Las Vegas dinner brief is steakhouse energy and broader group appeal.
Restaurant context
How it compares on the Strip
Choose Aqua Seafood & Caviar Restaurant by Shaun Hergatt over Kusa Nori if the priority is seafood, caviar, a wine-led dinner rather than Japanese cuisine. Kusa Nori is the cleaner pick for diners specifically looking for a Japanese format, while Aqua is the stronger fit for a seafood-focused Strip splurge with an award-recognized wine list.
Compared with Carversteak, Aqua is the better choice when the group does not want a steakhouse-style evening. Carversteak makes more sense for a classic Las Vegas power dinner; Aqua is more targeted and less useful for mixed groups that want a broad, familiar menu. Booking difficulty is easy here, which helps if the plan is forming late.
VIVA is the better cross-shop for a more energetic, crowd-friendly meal, while Unnamed Japanese Bistro is the safer alternative for a Japanese-leaning night. Craig's Scoop Shop is not a dinner substitute, but it can work as a lighter add-on if the evening needs something casual before or after.
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Compare Aqua Seafood & Caviar Restaurant by Shaun Hergatt
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua Seafood & Caviar Restaurant by Shaun Hergatt | Las Vegas | ; | World's Best Wine Lists 2024 |
| Kusa Nori | Las Vegas | Japanese Cuisine | 2026 Forbes 4-Star2025 Forbes 4-Star |
| Carversteak | Las Vegas | No published awards | ; |
| VIVA | Las Vegas | No published awards | ; |
| Craig’s Scoop Shop | Las Vegas | No published awards | ; |
| Unnamed Japanese Bistro | Las Vegas | No published awards | ; |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Aqua Seafood & Caviar Restaurant by Shaun Hergatt?
Booking difficulty is not specified. Hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 4–9 PM and Friday through Saturday from 4–10 PM, with the restaurant closed Sunday and Monday.
What should a first-timer know about Aqua Seafood & Caviar Restaurant by Shaun Hergatt?
It is a Las Vegas dinner option with a smart casual dress code and a World's Best Wine Lists 2024 2-Star recognition. Specific menu items, pricing, seating, service format are not detailed here.
What should I order at Aqua Seafood & Caviar Restaurant by Shaun Hergatt?
Specific dishes are not listed here. Use the restaurant name and the wine-list recognition as general planning context, then check the current menu directly before deciding what to order.
Is Aqua Seafood & Caviar Restaurant by Shaun Hergatt good for solo dining?
What should I wear to Aqua Seafood & Caviar Restaurant by Shaun Hergatt?
The dress code is smart casual. Plan for a polished dinner outfit that fits that standard.
