It has been years in the making, but Resorts World Las Vegas’s Famous Foods has finally arrived. The highly anticipated food hall is inspired by East and Southeast Asia’s street markets, but particularly Singapore’s hawker centers, and pulls in a number of Michelin Bib Gourmand and Plate–rated vendors from that corner of the world as well as additional options by acclaimed chefs closer to home. “The concept is all about the food and what we like to call ‘edutainment,’ says Andrew Li, CEO of Zouk Group, the company behind Famous Foods and many other facets of the property including Ayu Dayclub and Zouk Nightclub. “I love that we have not only managed to bring these authentic recipes to the United States for the very first time, but have also provided guests with the history of each recipe and how they originated. To me, this takes the experience one step further by respecting the artistry and spotlighting the unsung heroes who came from very humble beginnings and have taken many years to perfect their craft.” And as you walk through the food hall you’ll see what exactly Li means. On the wall next to just about every stall, you’ll find a placard that provides information on the people behind the food and what is being served. And with 17 places to choose from—plus one more coming soon—it can be overwhelming at first when you walk around the neon-lit space, but to help make things a little easier, here’s a full guide to what’s being served at Famous Foods.
Boon Tong Kee
Thian Boon Hua’s first stall appeared in 1979 in Singapore’s Chinatown. His Hainanese chicken rice quickly rose to fame and has received both a Michelin Bib Gourmand and Plate. Here, you’ll find the traditional poached version as well as a roasted take on the dish, both served with a trio of ginger scallion, sambal, and soy sauce. There’s also a pulled chicken curry laksa if you’ve got a hankering for noodles in a spicy broth.
Googgle Man Char Kuey Teow
From the city of George Town on the Malaysian island of Penang, chef Ah Guan gets his name from the goggles he wears to protect his eyes while wok-frying his noodles to perfection. The signature here, of course, is char kuey teow, where wide rice noodles are stir-fried with Chinese sausage, shrimp, Manila clam, crispy pork, and eggs. The stall also offers Hokkien mee, which consists of egg noodles, soy-marinated pork, shrimp, yu choy, and oyster sauce.
Mozz Bar
One of the few outlets without an Asian flair, Mozz Bar is the brainchild of local Las Vegas chef James Trees. Here, the James Beard Award–finalist has brought a fast-casual Italian concept that offers sandwiches using house-made bread and comforting small bites. Think chicken Parmesan sammies, meatball subs, and mozzarella arancini.
Springleaf Prata Place
A family-owned concept from Singapore, Springleaf Prata Place is known for its roti canai. The flaky flatbread is served with an unctuous chicken curry or with sharp white cheddar and a dusting of cheese on top. The stall also offers nasi lemak, which is made up of coconut rice, chicken curry, a fried egg, fried anchovies, peanuts, cucumber, and sambal—mix it all together for the perfect bite.
Ah Chun Shandong Dumpling
While the original Ah Chun Shandong Dumpling is located in Hong Kong (which has been recognized with a Bib Gourmand), the food served here comes from all over China. You’ll find three varieties of pan-friend dumplings, hand-pulled dan dan noodles, and a cucumber salad tossed in soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. The real winner, however, are the sheng jian bao, which are like pan-fried soup dumplings, but with a thicker skin.
Ms. Meow’s Mamak Stall
If you’re looking for your favorite Asian snacks like Hi-Chew and wasabi peas, this is where you’ll find them. But what’s hidden behind its walls is even more enticing.
Here Kitty Kitty Vice Den
Tucked away behind Ms. Meow’s Mamak Stall is an intimate speakeasy serving up craft cocktails and small bites with a Pan-Asian twist. Here, you’ll find ingredients like matcha, yuzu, and lemongrass in your drinks, and a solid list of sake to choose from.
Fuhu Shack
A casual outpost of the resort’s Fuhu Restaurant, this stall puts a twist on Chinese barbecue. While there’s a char siu (roasted pork) option, duck is the main choice of protein here and is served over rice, in a burrito, or, my personal favorite, in taco form, which has a pleasantly surprising balance of sweet and savory courtesy of the slices of mandarin orange.
Pepita’s Kitchen
Dedet de la Fuente, lovingly known as the Lechon Diva, has made a mark in Manila with her exclusive 12-course dinners highlighting suckling pig. So it really comes as no surprise that her stall’s lechon and truffled rice dish is the most popular item at Famous Foods. But if it’s a sandwich that you’re craving, there’s also a panini made with the roasted pork as well.
Blood Bros. BBQ
Brothers Robin and Terry Wong have made a name for themselves in Houston with their barbecue joint, and now you can have a taste of it in Vegas as well. There are some classic options, like smoked beef brisket and pulled pork, but others have an Asian twist, like gochujang St. Louis Ribs and shichimi togarashi–dusted turkey breast.
Streetbird
James Beard Award–winning chef Marcus Samuelsson writes a love letter to fried chicken at Streetbird. Whether it’s a spicy fried chicken sandwich, hot wings, or chicken and waffles you’re looking for, he’s got you covered. There are also plenty of comforting Southern-style sides to go with your meal, such as cast iron cornbread, collard greens, and barbecue black-eyed peas.
Nori Bar
Want to quickly fix your sushi craving? Grab a seat at Nori Bar’s counter, where they offer sushi, sashimi, and hand rolls that are wrapped-to-order to ensure that the seaweed stays crisp. To wash it all down, choose from a list of sake, tea, and Japanese beer.
Geylang Clay Pot Rice
When rice is cooked in a clay pot, the result is a layer of crispy rice at the bottom of the bowl. At Geylang, which was recognized with a Michelin Plate in 2016, there’s an umami-packed chicken option with salted cod and Chinese sausage as well as beef in a black pepper sauce.
Kuru Kuru Pa Yakitori
Created by renowned DJ and producer Steve Aoki and his restaurateur brother Kevin Aoki, you’ll find an array of chicken yakitori that includes the likes of gizzards and hearts as well as grilled onigiri (rice balls stuffed with protein or vegetables). And if you look up at the LED screens above the stall, there’s a mini anime created by the Grammy Award–winner and his team for a little entertainment.
Ten Suns
If you’ve visited Bangkok, there’s a chance that you’ve visited this Bib Gourmand–recognized vendor. At Ten Suns, it’s all about braised beef noodles, which are either served dry or in a broth. Go all out and get a combo of brisket and oxtail for the real deal.
Sweet Eats
No meal is complete without dessert and Sweet Eats offers a variety of sugary options with an Asian twist. There’s a cornucopia of items to choose from, but the shave ice, with both Hawaiian and Malaysian styles available, are a fan favorite and a perfect way to beat the heat. But if you pastries are more your thing, look to the giant Ube macaroon, which will delight both your camera and taste buds.
Center Bar
In the middle of all of the action you’ll find a 16-seat bar with a self-pour beer system that offers a rotating selection of brews from all around the world as well as cocktails and wine on tap. And don’t worry, if you need some help on what to try there’s always someone at the counter to lend you some advice.
Tiger Sugar
Boba fans, rejoice. Tiger Sugar is coming to the Las Vegas Strip and they’re bringing their signature brown sugar boba with them. The Taiwanese chain will be opening soon and, along with it, a variety of tea drinks to choose from.
How To Order
Whether you want to dine at one of the tables within the food hall, take your meal to go, or have it delivered to you, Famous Foods offers a seamless experience. There are 32 kiosks dispersed all around the food hall where you can place your order with majority of the stalls so that you don’t have to line up at each individual spot if you want to try out a variety of places. And if you’re on the property, the resort has teamed up with Grubhub to send your bites directly to wherever you are—yes, that even means if you’re lounging at the pool.
