Esther's Kitchen
A popular local Italian restaurant in the Arts District, famous for its house-made sourdough bread, bronze-extruded pasta, and wood-fired pizzas, recognized with a Michelin Bib Gourmand.
Opened in 2018 by local Las Vegas chef James Trees and named after his great-aunt Esther, this restaurant is located on South Main Street in the Arts District. The space features a U-shaped wooden bar and an open kitchen. It serves house-made sourdough bread, bronze-extruded pasta, and wood-fired pizzas. The menu changes frequently, with common items like cacio e pepe chitarra, beef and pork meatballs, and spicy pizza, along with weekend brunch. It received a Bib Gourmand in the 2026 Michelin Southwest Guide and was named a USA Today Restaurant of the Year. The environment can be noisy, and reservations are recommended for dinner; street parking and parking lots are available nearby.
Opening hours
Lunch: Mon–Fri 11:00–15:00; Brunch: Sat–Sun 10:00–15:00; Dinner: Daily 17:00–23:00
Nearby sights
- Las Vegas Arts District (18b)
- Las Vegas North Premium Outlets
- The STRAT SkyPod
- Fremont Street Experience
- The Mob Museum
- Neon Museum
- AREA15
- Sphere