Town Square features dining and entertainment for whole family
AVENTURA, FL (February 15, 2008) – Aventura Mall debuted its $125 million expansion today, introducing a new two-story, 165,000-square-foot Nordstrom and three-level wing of upscale stores and restaurants.
LAS VEGAS (May 5, 2010) - Several new-to-Las Vegas eateries are on the roster of restaurants at Town Square Las Vegas, providing the center with a fusion of dining options and nighttime hot spots. The energy changes as the center transitions from day to night and the restaurants turn into spectacular gathering spots.
Town Square features entertainment for the whole family including a dueling piano bar, an 18-screen movie theater, Las Vegas’ first Barre fitness studio and a pottery shop.
Dining
Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza- Known for its high energy atmosphere and simple menu, Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza uses 800-degree coal burning ovens to create a “well done” taste. Signature menu items include specialty pizza made with the freshest top-quality ingredients, coal-oven-roasted chicken wings topped with grilled onions and Italian-style salad. The food and service at Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza have continually been ranked “very good to excellent” by Zagat Survey, the distinguished dining and entertainment ratings guide. For more information visit www.anthonyscoalfiredpizza.com.
Bar Louie - This hip neighborhood restaurant and bar specializes in oversized sandwiches and artfully created jumbo martinis. It also features an extensive selection of appetizers, pastas and entrees plus a wide assortment of beers, microbrews and wines by the glass or bottle. Warm surroundings with an urban feel include nightlife photography, signature hand-laid tile artwork, hardwood floors and exposed brick walls. Bar Louie is open for lunch, dinner and late night dining Sunday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Happy hour is Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. with half price appetizers, drafts for $3, martinis for $5 and $4 glasses of wine. Call 702.263.0480 for more information.
Blue Martini - A cross between a restaurant and ultra lounge, Blue Martini is one of the hottest hangouts in Las Vegas. Highlighted by 25 superior martinis and a menu of casual fare, Blue Martini features three bars, including an outdoor patio bar overlooking Town Square, a stage bar in the heart of it all and a VIP bar, complete with table and bottle service. Guests can listen or dance to the best in live entertainment while enjoying the surrounding environment. Enjoy happy hour seven days a week from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. with 1/2 priced food & drinks. Blue Martini is open Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 4 a.m. and on Saturday and Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 a.m. Call 702.949.2583 for more information.
BRIO Tuscan Grille - BRIO is a casual, white-tablecloth restaurant serving authentic, northern Italian cuisine. The subtitle "Tuscan Grille" describes the menu, which features wood-grilled and oven-roasted steaks, chops and seafood, similar to what one would find in authentic ristorante in Tuscany. BRIO only uses the finest and freshest ingredients bringing the pleasure of the Tuscan country villa to the old world style of Town Square. The 9,400-square-foot restaurant boasts an exhibition-style kitchen and a 35-foot replica of the façade of the Roman Colosseum. BRIO includes indoor seating for 260, plus an outdoor terrace with seating for 200 and private party rooms for groups up to 60. Brio is open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Happy hour features $2.95 appetizers Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday through Thursday from 9 p.m. to close. Call 702.914.9145 for more information.
Cadillac Ranch- Cadillac Ranch is a 12,000-square-foot bar and grill with a mechanical bull as its centerpiece. The rock-n-roll inspired eatery features an all-American menu with a Southwest flair. The menu includes favorites such as New York Strip Steak, fresh Salads, Hickory smoked BBQ Ribs & Wings and the famous Cadillac Ranch Angus Beef Burgers. The Ranch features daily and nightly specials, lunch soups, salad combos and seafood, all moderately priced from $7 to $29. The restaurant is open from 11 a.m. - 4 a.m. seven days a week. Happy hour is Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. featuring $3 domestic beers, well drinks and wines. Call 702.294.7300 for more information.
California Pizza Kitchen - California Pizza Kitchen, Inc. is a leading casual dining chain featuring an imaginative line of hearth-baked pizzas, including the original BBQ Chicken Pizza, and a broad selection of distinctive pastas, salads, appetizers, soups, sandwiches and desserts. California Pizza Kitchen is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Call 702.896.5154 for more information.
Caña Latin Kitchen & Bar- Caña, which translates to “sugar cane” in Spanish, offers South American-inspired fare. The menu features small plate selections, called “bocadillos,” to entice diners with a “shared eating” concept and introduce them to Ceviche, a traditional staple of South American culture. With prices ranging from $6 to $14, Caña’s offerings include scallop Ceviche with mango, mint and pomegranate seeds, a Big Eye Tuna flatbread, short ribs, a mushroom Ceviche with lemon, orange and truffle oil, and a banana/rum bread pudding. Caña also houses the finest sugar cane-based spirits and South American wines and beers. The restaurant is on the second level across from RAVE Motion Pictures and near Blue Martini. Hours are from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. daily. For more information visit www.canalasvegas.com.
Claim Jumper – A family favorite, Claim Jumper offers a selection of freshly prepared items using only the finest ingredients available. Favorites include USDA Prime and Choice steaks, fresh fish, rotisserie chicken, baby back pork ribs, fresh baked pot pies, specialty salads, wood-fired pizzas, pasta, sandwiches, burgers and more. Claim Jumper's baked goods and desserts including its six-layer chocolate Motherlode Cake, bread pudding, scratch carrot cake, lemon bar brule and five flavors of deliciously rich cream cheese pie are popular favorites. Claim Jumper is open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and on Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to midnight. Happy hour is Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. and on Friday and Saturday from 9:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Call 702.270.2509 for more information.
Johnny McGuire’s Deli - Johnny McGuire’s opened its first Las Vegas location at Town Square in May 2009. Signature sandwiches feature catchy names such as the Trucker, 220-B, Punching One Shoe and the Marley and come in a 6” skinny, an 8” regular or a 12” fatty. Menu highlights include bacon-wrapped hot dogs, homemade soups, hand cut fries with an array of toppings, home baked bread and home fried potato chips. Breakfast sandwiches and wraps are served all day, and a children’s menu is available.
Guests will see LouRoss Edralin on site overseeing production and quality control. Edralin was one of the many contenders in the fourth season of the Fox TV show “Hell’s Kitchen.” Johnny McGuire’s is located on the second level directly above The Grape and adjacent to Blue Martini. The deli offers catering services and same day delivery. For additional information call 702-982-0002 or email info@johnnymcguires.com.
Kabuki Japanese Restaurant - Kabuki Japanese Restaurant is an innovator in the casual dining restaurant industry serving both traditional and contemporary Japanese cuisine. Founder and CEO, David Lee, opened the first location in 1991 in Pasadena, Calif., and has since debuted eight additional Southern California locations, and two in the metro Phoenix, Ariz. area. The menu at the restaurants is executed by a team of highly skilled sushi chefs who have each been individually trained by Kabuki’s Corporate Executive Chef Masa Kurihara. Kabuki is open Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Happy hour is Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and a reverse happy hour from 8 p.m. to close. Call 702.896.7440 for more information.
nu sanctuary lounge- nu sanctuary brings imaginative dining and nightlife to Town Square with such creative offerings as freshly made fruit hookah and cocktail selections, a modern global fusion of fare, and an innovative lineup of promotions, DJs and live music. With design and disposition inspired by the works of Salvador Dali, the interior of nu sanctuary showcases world-class art and intricate details, all of which are anchored by an awe-inspiring tree at the heart of the venue. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors convert the patio and dining room into an indoor-outdoor space, with state-of-the-art climate control to keep the patio open and comfortable year-round. Located across from Rave Motion Pictures, nu sanctuary is open daily for lunch, dinner and late-night starting at 11 a.m. For more information about nu sanctuary, guests may call 702.5277851 or visit the website at www.nulounge.com.
Texas de Brazil - Texas de Brazil is an authentic Brazilian-American steakhouse where diners are tempted by an extravagant 60-item gourmet salad area featuring imported cheeses, specialty salads, gourmet vegetables and traditional side items. Carvers will swarm your table with sizzling cuts of beef, pork, lamb, sausage, and chicken; all flame-grilled to perfection. Texas de Brazil offers signature Brazilian cocktails, rare wines, exquisite desserts and more. Texas de Brazil is open for lunch Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and for dinner from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Dinner is served on Saturday from 4:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. and on Sunday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Call 702.614.0080 for more information.
Tommy Bahama’s Restaurant & Bar –Tommy Bahama’s Restaurant & Bar offers island-inspired cuisine and a full service bar. Signature dishes, such as award-winning Tommy’s World Famous Coconut Shrimp and mouthwatering Pina Colada Cake, tempt the palette while Tommy Bahama’s Bungalow Brew, Bugalow Blond beers and premium Tommy Bahama Rum are favorites on the drink menu. Tommy Bahama’s Restaurant & Bar is best described as ‘eclectic with a tropical twist’ and the perfect place to recharge or unwind while indulging in a unique dining experience. Tommy Bahama’s Restaurant & Bar is open from Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Happy hour is daily from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Call 702.948.8006 for more information.
The Grape - The Grape wine bar is attracting patrons by the bunch to its Town Square location. The venue is the first Grape to grace the West Coast and features a wine bar, wine Seller and indoor/outdoor dining area. Its interior is accented with purple décor and a sleek, casual ambiance. The Grape boasts more than 100 different bottles of wine, which are available for purchase by the glass, tasting flights or bottle. Patrons have the privilege of tasting any wine before making a purchase at the Grape’s Seller. Complimenting the wine list is a menu of specialty prepared gourmet fare including spreads, appetizers, entrees and desserts. The bistro style, small plate menu with a Mediterranean flair features items such asRoasted Garlic Hummus, Shrimp Rémoulade, Roma Tomato Bruschetta, Asian Chicken Sliders, Grape Mini Crab Cakes, Chicken & Portobello Quiche, Asian Grilled Chicken Salad, the Grape Club and more. The Grape is open Monday through Thursday from noon to midnight, Friday and Saturday from noon to 2 a.m. and Sunday from noon to 10 p.m. Happy hour is daily from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Call 702.220.4727 for more information.
Yard House - Yard House, a popular dining destination with locations throughout Southern California, Denver, Chicago, Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., Waikiki Beach, Hawaii, Kansas City and Phoenix, is known for its great food, classic rock and the world’s largest selection of beer. The 12,609-square-foot restaurant features 160 taps of beer, a menu of American fusion fare, original artwork commissioned by Jerome Gastaldi and a state-of-the-art sound and visual system. Yard House boasts indoor and outdoor dining with a guest capacity of nearly 400. The striking interior showcases a contrasting mix of warm woods, stainless steel accents, and original artwork complete with a signature oval bar and fleet of 160 handles, including two taps pouring local brews – Sin City Amber and Sin City Light. The menu, which boasts more than 100 items, includes a creative list of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, rice and pasta dishes, as well as steak and seafood. Yard House is open Sunday through Thursday from 11a.m. to 2 a.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2:30 a.m. Happy hour is Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday through Wednesday from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. Call 702.734.9273 for more information.
Entertainment
Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar- Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar at Town Square is Las Vegas’ premier
source for nightly singing, laughing, dancing and infectious dueling piano excitement.
From the moment you step into Pete’s you will know what separates it from other piano bars - the entertainment. Over the course of 17 years, the folks behind Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar have come up with a time-tested approach to each of their locations - the entertainers. Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar doesn’t cut corners when it comes to hiring and keeping the best. That approach has not changed as Pete’s is proud to bring its unique brand of high energy rock and roll pianos to Las Vegas via four of the best entertainers in the country. No matter what the occasion, Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar is the best place to celebrate it. For more information, call 702.220.PETE (7383) or visit online at www.petesduelingpianobar.com. Open Tuesday – Saturday, 7 p.m. – 2 a.m. Dueling pianos begin at 8 p.m.
Rave Motion Pictures- Since its inception in 1999, Rave Motion Pictures has been dedicated to enriching the movie-going experience for audiences across the country. Rave has set the industry standard for customer experience and comfort by featuring stadium seating, unobstructed viewing utilizing 18-inch risers and 48 inches between rows for maximum legroom and ease of motion. The 92,000-square-foot facility can accommodate more than 4,000 guests with auditoriums ranging in size from 105 to 470, all with plush rocker style seats. For more information call 702.362.RAVE or visit www.ravemotionpictures.com.
Barre Las Vegas- Barre Las Vegas teaches the barre workout, which is a combination of ballet bar work, yoga and Pilates, infused with orthopedic stretching to help produce a lean, toned body. Popular throughout the country, the barre workout integrates hundreds of different variations of exercises that focus on precise movements to provide strength, flexibility and balance. The hour-long classes are at a motivating pace that encourages fat burning while creating long, lean muscles. All instructors go through certification in the barre physique™ technique, and classes can be modified to individuals who are pregnant or have previous injuries. Barre Las Vegas is open from 8 a.m. to noon and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more information and class schedules visit www.barrelasvegas.com.
The Pottery Shop - Get your creative juices flowing and let the Pottery Shop at Town Square take you on a journey through pottery design. The ceramic art studio is ideal for children and adults who want to hand craft special keepsakes and gifts. Participating is easy. Simply stop in the shop, choose a ceramic piece, pick a design and colors and start painting. There are more than 300 ceramic pieces to choose from and the cost of the pieces range from $8-$65, with an average price of $15. A studio pass is $9 for adults and $7 for children under 12. The studio pass is good for all day use of paint and supplies and includes glazing and firing of all pieces that day. The ceramic piece is extra. For more information call 702.699.5600 or visit www.potteryshopstudio.com.