A Professional Yet Understated Japanese Izakaya in Las Vegas 🏮

Raku is one of those places I make sure to visit every time I’m in Las Vegas. To describe it simply: it’s professional and understated. The exterior may look modest, but once you step inside, you can feel the care and attention given to ingredients and flavors. Here are my must-order dishes every time: • Foie Gras Rice 🍚 • Onsen Egg with Sea Urchin 🥚🌊 • Wagyu Beef Skewers 🥩🍢 • House-Made Tofu 🫘 (Rich soy aroma, firm texture—even simple ingredients are prepared with great care!) Raku specializes in robatayaki (hearth cooking) and skewers—the charcoal-grilled aroma is perfectly controlled. Popular choices include pork cheek and Kobe beef fillet skewers. Also, don’t miss the daily specials on the small blackboard, like grilled fish with crispy skin and tender flesh. 🐟🔥 💡 Tips: • It’s very popular, especially during holidays—reserve a week in advance to secure a spot. • Expect to spend around $100–150 per person (excluding drinks). It’s not cheap, but the quality of ingredients and cooking makes it worth it. Have you been to Raku? What’s your favorite izakaya in Las Vegas? Share your recommendations below! 👇🍶 #USTravel #USGuide #LasVegas #VegasGuide #JapaneseFood #Izakaya #Raku #USFoodFinds