2016 top independent restaurants in Las Vegas

With 15 restaurants on the Top 100 Independents ranking, Las Vegas is home to the highest-grossing concept and plenty of options from celebrity chefs.

Top 100 Rank: 1

Annual Sales: $47,941,106

Average Check: $96

The Buzz: Even No. 1 works hard for growth, expanding its convention outreach programs in 2015.

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Top 100 Rank: 12

Annual Sales: $22,300,000*

Average Check: $78*

The Buzz: Located in The Forum Shops at Caesars, with private dining space for up to 150.

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Top 100 Rank: 17

Annual Sales: $20,400,000*

Average Check: $180*

The Buzz: Mario Batali and Joe Bastianich’s interpretation and celebration of the classic steakhouse is presented in their signature Italian style.

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Top 100 Rank: 18

Annual Sales: $20,100,000*

Average Check: $105

The Buzz: A grandiose steakhouse as only Jose Andres can do, with open kitchens including the “fire stage” with wood grills and rotisseries.

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Top 100 Rank: 21

Annual Sales: $19,900,000*

Average Check: $130*

The Buzz: Caviar service runs $220 to $400 depending on your taste.

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Top 100 Rank: 29

Annual Sales: $17,900,000*

Average Check: $68*

The Buzz: The 50 much-sought-after patio seats have a view of the Bellagio fountains.

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Top 100 Rank: 31

Annual Sales: $17,400,000*

Average Check: $63*

The Buzz: Lettuce Entertain You-owned French bistro in Paris Las Vegas opens it doors daily at 7 a.m., serving until 11 p.m. (midnight Friday and Saturday).

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Top 100 Rank: 32

Annual Sales: $17,400,000*

Average Check: $63*

The Buzz: Eat in the main dining room or the patio that extends into The Forum Shops at Caesars' promenade.

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Top 100 Rank: 44

Annual Sales: $16,860,000*

Average Check: $22*

The Buzz: Las Vegas never sleeps, and neither does this cafe in the Aria casino hotel.

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Top 100 Rank: 45

Annual Sales: $16,730,072

Average Check: $114

The Buzz: The new Lavo Casino Club is “a modern gaming experience fusing blackjack table games with Vegas-style VIP bottle service, mixology and Italian cuisine.”

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Top 100 Rank: 51

Annual Sales: $16,000,000*

Average Check: $95*

The Buzz: The view of Las Vegas from 844 feet up, atop the Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower, is unmatched.

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Top 100 Rank: 73

Annual Sales: $14,650,000*

Average Check: $120*

The Buzz: Three large private dining rooms provide an additional 123 seats to the restaurant.

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Top 100 Rank: 76

Annual Sales: $14,300,000*

Average Check: $88*

The Buzz: Owner Emeril Lagasse took the name from New Orleans legend Delmonico Restaurant and Bar.

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Top 100 Rank: 84

Annual Sales: $13,750,000*

Average Check: $80*

The Buzz: Newly remodeled with a menu from Executive Chef Barry Dakake.

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Top 100 Rank: 94

Annual Sales: $13,100,000*

Average Check: $125*

The Buzz: Second U.S. location after Beverly Hills; also open in Singapore, London and Bahrain Bay.

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