Cheap Places to Eat in McCarran International Airport

"It may sound like a blasphemy to say, but while Emeril Lagasse, a man who almost singlehandedly changed how we look at home cooking, has opened up several restaurants, not all of them are good. However, Emeril’s Las Vegas empire breaks that mold and offers consistently high-quality dishes that are simultaneously fancy enough for the pickiest gourmand and delicious enough for any eater. Plus, their Creole roots make the food approachable, which isn’t always true of high-class dining."

"If your kids love seafood, then this is definitely one restaurant you won’t want to miss during your Las Vegas trip. Emeril’s New Orleans Fish House features delicious comfort food that is inspired by American Southern and New Orleans style seafood cuisine. Menu options include delicious crab legs, shrimp po-boy sandwiches, chopped salads, hearty gumbo, steaks, hand-cut fries and an array of dessert options include banana cream pie, cheesecake, bread pudding and more."

"Located at the MGM Grand Las Vegas, Emeril's New Orleans offers a dining experience unlike any other. A seafood lover's dream, Emeril's New Orleans Fish House does not just offer a..."

"Celebrity Chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger give Mexican food a few new twists at Border Grill. You'll certainly find standards like tacos and enchiladas, but most dishes are innovative in some way. There's a definite emphasis on sustainability here with organic black beans and humane certified, antibiotic and hormone free meats and poultry."

"Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger’s beloved and accessible Border Grill is a good choice for families right before or after a visit to The Shark Reef, right next door. The two floors of patio dining make a terrific spot for weekend brunch. We love the many tacos and lots of shareable dishes, from the Yucatan pork to lomo saltado."

"Restaurants Mexican The Strip. Weekend brunch at Mandalay Bay is no ordinary affair. Mexican flavors dominate the menu, with some Peruvian surprises thrown in."

"The Shake Shack located on the Las Vegas strip is a popular casual dining franchise that offers a fun atmosphere along with classic American food like burgers, hot dogs, fries, as well as delicious shakes and frozen custard. The burgers at Shake Shack are made to order and can be customized to suit even the pickiest of eaters. The food here is served relatively fast compared to other full service restaurants on the strip, so this is a great place to stop in for a bite when you’re in between seeing shows or other Vegas attractions."

"Shake Shack is one of the most popular Las Vegas family restaurants. Here, you and your tribe can eat easy to eat meals, refreshing beverages, and finger food."

"If you love your Chinese food but live a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle, you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for at Veggie House Las Vegas. Menu items include traditional Chinese dishes like stir fry and noodles prepared with meat substitutes that some argue are better than the actual meat. Located in a strip mall in Chinatown, Veggie House is repeatedly voted one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Las Vegas."

"If you’re in the mood for Chinese food, you will find peace and pleasure at the Veggie House in Las Vegas. This delicious restaurant has over 800 positive reviews on Yelp and a rating of 4 and a half out of 5 stars, so you know you’re about to walk into something great. Oh, and did we mention the ambiance of this establishment is exquisite?"

"A modern vege/vegan interpretation of classic dishes is what you’ll find at this Chinatown gem. Read any review of this place and you’ll see that non-vegetarians and vegans go crazy for it. The orange “chicken” is raved about constantly and the vegan sushi is a must try."

"PalazzoThe concept began in Hong Kong and the name honors a historic address in New York's Chinatown, but with a mix of style and substance, Mott 32 feels right at home in Las Vegas. The dining room, tucked away in the back of the Palazzo casino, is a bold, modern space with secluded corners and large, comfortable booths for added intimacy. The Peking Duck, wood-roasted in a custom brick and clay oven, is the specialty, but it's hard to overlook other elevated takes on Cantonese cuisine—most notably, the use of Iberico pork and black shaved truffles in the dim sum menu."

"Named for New York City’s first Chinese grocery store, Mott 32 brings a taste of Hong Kong to The Palazzo at The Venetian. The menu is a tantalizing mix of Cantonese, Szechuan, and Beijing dishes, each with its own opulent touch. Try the incredibly crispy-yet-moist 42-day applewood-roasted Peking duck served on a golden platter with peanut-butter-hoisin sauce and sliced tableside, or the perfectly plump hot-and-sour Ibérico pork soup dumplings—each one comes in its own individual basket for easy sharing and eating."

"One of the best Las Vegas Chinese restaurants is Mott 32 at The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort. Try the siu mai with soft quail egg, black truffle, and Iberico pork or the wagyu short ribs. If you’re into planning ahead, the apple-wood smoked Peking Duck is worth considering."

"4 out of 5 stars Restaurants Chinese. For elegant Cantonese in a setting to match, you could do much worse than this Strip staple, which overlooks the Bellagio’s dancing fountains and serves an array of tempting options. Consider Kobe short ribs with pickled mustard greens, imperial Peking duck served in two courses or, for a more lavish dinner, the Jasmine Experience, a five-course tasting with paired wines."

"Pizza Rock is the place to go if you want the best pizza in the world (literally). This restaurant is another project of award-winning pizza master Tony Gemignani, an eleven-time World Pizza Cup champion. In fact, Cal Italia pie at Pizza Rock won the Gold Medal in the Food Network Pizza Champions Challenge, while the Napoletana-style Margherita won the World Pizza Cup."

"Tony Gemignani isn't an 12-time World Pizza Champion for nothing: he knows how to make pies for every taste. Offering an extensive selection of gourmet pizzas, from California to Sicilian, this downtown pizzeria has something on its menu for everyone. There's even a separate category for gourmet gluten-free pies."

"When you’re looking for a light meal, Las Vegas has plenty to offer. Nowhere is quite as satisfying as the Purple Potato. While this is not a restaurant strictly dedicated to vegan-fare, they do specialize in healthy meal options."

"Dive deep into the triumph and tragedy of the Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition within the Luxor. This massive 25,000SF exhibit features dozens of items recovered from the ship’s wreckage including luggage, a piece of the hull, and the ship’s whistles. No need to imagine how lavish this ship was; full-scale recreations of the Grand Staircase, first-class and third-class rooms, and the Promenade Deck help you envision the grandeur of this “practically unsinkable” ship."

"Also located at the Luxor, this exhibition features a collection of artefacts salvaged from the famous ship’s wreckage. Walk through recreations of first- and third-class rooms, or even have your picture taken on a recreation of the Grand Staircase and Promenade Deck. Get more information about Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition"

"The epic story of the "ship of dreams" is revived through Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition. The 25,000-square-foot exhibit features numerous items from the Titanic, including luggage, the ship's whistles and floor tiles from the first-class smoking room.[Learn more]"

"Charleston Blvd., Suite 110, it is the highest-rated low-priced bakery in Las Vegas, boasting four stars out of 773 reviews on Yelp. Founded in Tahiti in 2004, the bakery later moved to Las Vegas in 2010. Its specialties include breads, pastries and macarons."

"Pain au chocolat, croissants, chausson aux pommes and more from Jean-Paul and Rachel Layden make the cut at this French bakery."