While on business in Las Vegas, I tapped into my network of friends and locals to recommend a new place to eat.  I have my regular spots that I enjoy but this time I wanted something a little different yet close to my hotel, Red Rock.  A few of them actually recommended that I try 808 Tapas in the Summerlin area, which recently opened for business.  \n\n808 Tapas appears to bill itself as an infusion of east & west and sake lounge.  The restaurant was quite easy to find given that its sign stood out among the neighboring businesses.  Upon entering, I was greeted with a warm \""ALOHA\"" by the staff, which was expected since 808 is the area code for the Hawaiian Islands.  From what my friends told me, I should expect Asian/Hawaiian influence fusion style dishes at a reasonable price range.\n\nMy business associate and I started with the Tensai Hamachi Shooters.  This dish caught my as I'm quite the fan of the hamachi shooters served at Michelin Star Alexander's in Cupertino. The hamachi flesh literally melted away in my mouth and the chef did an excellent job to find the perfect balance with the use of white truffle oil with the ponzu sauce.  It is $3 each or $15 for 6.  We opted for the half dozen. This dish is highly recommended!\n\nWe then ordered the Crab Stack Salad at the recommendation of our server.  You will love the way this dish is presented in a stack and then our server began mixing and tossing it table side before we anxiously dug in.  The ginger lime dressing was so refreshing and it complimented the veggies, mango, and the snow crab. This dish was $10 and it was more than enough for two of us to enjoy. What really stood out is the ample amount of snow crab in this dish.  I much prefer this than your usual artificial crab that's served in other sushi restaurants and in your typical \""all you can eat\"" joints.\n\nI took it upon myself to order the Uni Tempura as I am much familiar and enjoy this dish at Nobu.  Much to my surprise, this dish was served exactly like Nobu.  The only difference is it's a larger portion and plated differently.  I suspect there is some Nobu connection amongst the staff here.  If you eat uni, this dish is a must as it's a bargain in price at $10 with a much larger serving than you would get at Nobu.\n\nMy co-worker and I both decided to order the Fish Tacos.  The panko crusted tilapia was cooked to the perfect crisp and I absolutely enjoyed the blood orange slaw which complimented this dish well and this is definitely not your typical bland tasteless fish tacos like you get at xxxhoo's Fish Taco.  This dish was $6 for two tacos and a definite must order.\n\nBeing born and raised in Hawaii, the next dish caught my eye on the menu and I ordered it.  The Lomi Lomi Salmon Caprese is the 808 Tapas take of traditional caprese.  Fresh buffalo mozzarella topped with lomi lomi salmon, a traditional Hawaiian dish of salted salmon, sliced tomatoes, and diced onions drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. This dish was refreshing and I believe it truly represents the 808 area code.  I must commend the chef for his creativity and thought process in the creation of this dish.  You definitely need not be from Hawaii to enjoy this dish!  This dish was $7.50.\n\nWe ordered the Wagyu Beef Sliders.  These sliders were cooked to perfection with just the right amount of pink.  The marinated shiitake mushrooms were TASTY and the Hawaiian ginger wasabi mayo sauce was to die for.  This was one of the best burger/slider I've ever tasted!  I highly recommend this and I'll definitely be coming back just for this!  You get two sliders for $7.50 along with fresh made taro chips that are so addicting you'll be asking if you can order a bag of it for take out.\n\nWe were both getting a bit stuffed, but we gave in and ordered the Spicy Tuna Crackers for our last dish.  The crispy tempura nori crackers had just the right kick with wasabi and was topped with ahi tuna poke. This dish was $6.50 for five crackers and munching on these with a nice cold Kirin the next time I visit.\n\nWe had also ordered a pitcher of the 808 White Peach Sakeria to wash things down. It was refreshing and delicious!  It certainly opened my eyes and palate up to new creations and ways to enjoy drinking sake.\n\nWe didn't have room for dessert, however, the banana & apple fritters served with ice cream and fresh fruits looked absolutely mouth watering at the table next to us. I will leave room to experience this when I return next month to town for business.\n\nI believe this place will be a gem for the Summerlin community and will quickly fill its small capacity as word circulates amongst foodies who possess the palate to identify both quality and value.  The majority of the dishes are priced between $4 to $10.