Restaurant in Las Vegas, United States
Emeril’s New Orleans Fish House
320Pearl PointsCreole seafood pick

About Emeril’s New Orleans Fish House
A practical MGM Grand choice for Creole seafood when the night calls for a real dinner without French fine-dining formality or steakhouse predictability. Booking is listed as easy, so it works well for flexible Las Vegas plans, especially if dinner needs to fit around shows, casino time, or a group with mixed tastes.
Emeril's New Orleans Fish House is a Creole restaurant in Las Vegas. For travelers comparing dining options in the city, the most grounded reason to consider it is simple: the verified cuisine is Creole, the restaurant has recent recognition from Opinionated About Dining.
The confirmed recognition includes an Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in North America ranking at #493 in 2024 and a Recommended listing in 2026. That does not define the full experience on its own, but it is a useful signal for diners comparing restaurant options. Chef Ken Lum is the named chef/owner, giving the restaurant a clear culinary anchor.
Choose it for Creole cooking, not for an invented checklist
The clearest reason to book is cuisine fit. If the table wants Creole cooking in Las Vegas, Emeril's New Orleans Fish House is more directly aligned with that craving than Craftsteak, Morimoto Las Vegas, Joel Robuchon at The Mansion, or L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon (USA). The comparison is less about declaring one better than another and more about matching the night to the cuisine.
This is also a useful option when a group wants a restaurant choice with a specific cuisine focus. MGM Grand Buffet solves a different dining problem, while Emeril's New Orleans Fish House is the more relevant choice when the priority is Creole cuisine.
The daily lunch and dinner schedule is the practical advantage
The verified hours list lunch and dinner service daily: Monday through Sunday from 11:30 am to 2 pm and 5 pm to 9:30 pm. That schedule makes the restaurant easier to place into either a midday or evening Las Vegas itinerary.
Solo diners, couples, groups can all evaluate it through the same lens: choose it when Creole cuisine is the draw. The verified dress code is smart casual, so it is best treated as a polished restaurant booking rather than an ultra-casual stop.
Where it fits in a Las Vegas food itinerary
Book here when Creole cuisine matches the night. If the group is comparing it with Joel Robuchon at The Mansion, L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon (USA), Craftsteak, MGM Grand Buffet, or Morimoto Las Vegas, the most grounded distinction is that Emeril's New Orleans Fish House is the verified Creole choice among those options.
For broader planning, use Our full Las Vegas restaurants guide alongside Our full Las Vegas hotels guide, Our full Las Vegas bars guide, Our full Las Vegas experiences guide. For Creole context beyond Las Vegas, compare the category with other Creole restaurants generically rather than assuming the same style, setting, or menu.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Emeril's New Orleans Fish House good for solo dining?
It can be, if you want a solo meal centered on Creole cuisine in Las Vegas. The verified schedule includes daily lunch and dinner hours, the restaurant has Opinionated About Dining recognition.
Is lunch or dinner better at Emeril's New Orleans Fish House?
Both are listed in the verified hours. The restaurant serves lunch daily from 11:30 am to 2 pm and dinner daily from 5 pm to 9:30 pm, so the better choice depends on where it fits into your Las Vegas plans.
Does Emeril's New Orleans Fish House handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary policies are not included in the verified information, so confirm directly with the restaurant before you go. The verified cuisine is Creole, but specific allergy accommodations, menu substitutions, dietary-request procedures should not be assumed.
What should I wear to Emeril's New Orleans Fish House?
The verified dress code is smart casual. Aim for polished, comfortable restaurant attire rather than treating it as a very casual stop.
What are alternatives to Emeril's New Orleans Fish House in Las Vegas?
Other comparison options include Joel Robuchon at The Mansion, L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon (USA), Craftsteak, Morimoto Las Vegas, MGM Grand Buffet. The most grounded way to choose is to book Emeril's New Orleans Fish House when Creole cuisine is the priority.
Is Emeril's New Orleans Fish House good for a special occasion?
It may be a good fit for a special occasion if the group wants Creole cuisine in Las Vegas and a smart-casual restaurant. Its verified Opinionated About Dining recognition adds credibility, though the best choice depends on the style of occasion you want.
Location
3799 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Las Vegas, United States
Compare Emeril’s New Orleans Fish House
| Venue | Cuisine | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Emeril's New Orleans Fish House | Creole | Easy |
| Craftsteak | American Steakhouse | Unknown |
| Morimoto Las Vegas | Unknown | |
| MGM Grand Buffet | Unknown | |
| Joel Robuchon at The Mansion | French | Unknown |
| L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon (USA) | French | Unknown |
Comparable nearby venues by cuisine and price for this tier.
Also Consider
- Craftsteak, American Steakhouse, American Steakhouse
- Morimoto Las Vegas, Notable alternative
- MGM Grand Buffet, Notable alternative
- Joel Robuchon at The Mansion, French, French
- L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon (USA), French, French
How it compares in Las Vegas
Craftsteak is the cleaner call for a steakhouse night, especially if the group wants American steakhouse pacing and a meat-first menu. Emeril's New Orleans Fish House is the better fit when seafood and Creole cooking are the point, it should feel less locked into the classic Strip steakhouse script.
Morimoto Las Vegas makes more sense for sushi and Japanese-leaning dining, while MGM Grand Buffet is the flexible-value option for groups that prize variety over a focused kitchen. Choose the Fish House when the table wants a full-service restaurant with a clearer cuisine identity than a buffet but less ceremony than a luxury tasting-menu dinner.
For a splurge, Joel Robuchon at The Mansion is the formal French choice, L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon (USA) is the sharper French counterpoint. Those are better for diners chasing polish and structure; Emeril's New Orleans Fish House is the more relaxed MGM Grand booking for Creole seafood, easier planning, a dinner that does not need to dominate the whole evening.
Hours
- Monday
- 11:30 am–2 pm, 5–9:30 pm
- Tuesday
- 11:30 am–2 pm, 5–9:30 pm
- Wednesday
- 11:30 am–2 pm, 5–9:30 pm
- Thursday
- 11:30 am–2 pm, 5–9:30 pm
- Friday
- 11:30 am–2 pm, 5–9:30 pm
- Saturday
- 11:30 am–2 pm, 5–9:30 pm
- Sunday
- 11:30 am–2 pm, 5–9:30 pm
Recognized By
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