3 Best Restaurants in Summerlin and Red Rock Canyon, Las Vegas

The luminous, color-changing, crescent-shaped lighting above the bar glows like a jellyfish, a fitting visual motif for this seafood-heavy, upscale Asian restaurant and nightspot. The cuisine here ranges from noodle, rice, and wok dishes to thick steaks and a deep, delectable sushi menu. Well-heeled workers flock here for half-off happy hour sips and small plates, doing so amid an equally natty black-and-white decor complete with water walls and fire elements. Try a starter like tuna "pizza" before sampling the handmade dumplings and indulging in their famous Peking duck. The patio out front is perfect for people-watching and taking in the hustle and bustle of downtown Summerlin in a decidedly more relaxed setting.

Frequented by local professionals and ladies-who-lunch, this spacious suburban spot serves farm-to-table–inspired dishes. Expect to see a lot of free-range poultry, whole grains, and seasonal produce on your plate. Chic, rustic decor—soft hues, reclaimed wood, and antique mirrors—lends a casual airiness to the dining room and conveys sophistication, despite its gingham-clad waitstaff. Appetizers, sides, and salads are stars here: "My Wife's Favorite Salad" combines locally sourced greens with duck confit, pine nuts, and pomegranate, crowned with a sunny-side-up egg, if you wish. In addition to caramelized sea scallops, charred filet mignon, and Nana's Chicken Curry, there are several offerings for the lighter appetite (and budget). Indulge in the Brown Bag Baked Apple Pie for dessert. A happy hour menu available from 3 to 6 pm bridges the gap between lunch and dinner.