Iron Chef America (Food Network) is one of my favorite shows... I've been lucky to see some of them do some demos live (Chef Morimoto, Chef Symon, Chef Garces). I've also been lucky to have my first and second Iron Chef restaurant experience at Chef Garce's Mercat a la Planxa ( http://www.yelp.com/user_details_review_search?userid=mjOKUSdIqxFPSYMB-MmS9g&q=mercat ). Amazing! \n\nLast day in Vegas, almost ready to head to the airport, my friends and I decided to have one last nice lunch. My friend was craving Italian so we went to the Venetian... after looking at several restaurant menus, she picked ENOTECA San Marco \nI immediately smiled, this is Iron Chef Batali's restaurant - another for my \""collection\"" :p \n\nWe were seated almost immediately, love that it gives the illusion of outside seating, and you get to enjoy the hotel performances while there. \nYou also have the option of seating at the \""bar\"", which also gives you view to the performances. \nThey start by bringing you some cracker/bread sticks & water. Then comes your server to get your drink order and let you know about the day's specials. Wine list is extensive and some are even serve starting at 2oz in case you want to do a sampling... \nThen a bread basket is brought to the table, and let me tell you, you will have to apply a lot of self control to only have one. It's warm, fool of flavor and it complements anything you order perfectly. \n\nWe all ordered something different so we could try more things. I had the Gemelli and it was good, LOVED that it had spinach and broccoli mixed in with the pasta. But the best one I would have to say was the Penne alla Norma, if I'm ever back (and I wish I am) I'll order this. \n\nStaff was very friendly, and very good at making suggestions. They made sure we had everything we needed and that we enjoyed our meal and time there. It's a beautiful place to go have a nice, relaxing meal. Another great Iron Chef experience.