Joël Robuchon
In Residence
Eleazar Villanueva
Executive Chef
- 01CuisineTwo Michelin-Star French Fine Dining
- 02CityLas Vegas, United States
- 03RecognitionTwo Michelin Stars
Joël Robuchon at MGM Grand
Joël Robuchon is MGM Grand’s formal French restaurant in Las Vegas, led by Executive Chef Eleazar Villanueva. It holds two Michelin stars in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide Southwest. The restaurant received three Michelin stars in 2008, an earlier distinction in its history.
The Kitchen and Dining Room
Villanueva leads a menu rooted in Joël Robuchon’s French cooking, with signature preparations and seasonal dishes. MGM’s featured plates include Le Caviar Impérial, combining caviar and crab with cauliflower purée, alongside king crab served in an egg and an asparagus preparation with caviar.
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The dining room takes its design cues from an Art Deco townhouse, with a garden terrace and formal table service. This is the restaurant historically associated with the “at The Mansion” name. MGM now lists it as Joël Robuchon. L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon is a separate restaurant at MGM Grand, with its own counter-dining format and reservations.
Recognition and Reservations
Alongside its current Michelin distinction, MGM lists Forbes Five-Star, AAA Five Diamond and Wine Spectator Grand Award recognition. General Manager Sean Christopher received the 2026 MICHELIN Service Award.
Find Joël Robuchon at MGM Grand, 3799 S Las Vegas Boulevard. Reserve through the restaurant’s official booking page or call 702-891-7925. Check MGM’s current schedule and menu before booking; for parties of seven or more, contact its large-party team.
Questions
Frequently asked
What recognition does Joël Robuchon hold?
Joël Robuchon holds 2 Michelin stars.
Who works at Joël Robuchon?
Made By profiles Eleazar Villanueva (Executive Chef) at Joël Robuchon.
How expensive is Joël Robuchon?
Joël Robuchon is listed at a price level of $$$$.
Where is Joël Robuchon and what does it serve?
Joël Robuchon is in The Las Vegas Strip, Las Vegas, serving Two Michelin-Star French Fine Dining.
The field
How it compares
| Place | Awards | Cuisine | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joël Robuchon | Michelin 2 Stars | Two Michelin-Star French Fine Dining | The Las Vegas Strip, $$$$ |
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| Le Cirque Las Vegas | · | French Fine Dining | Las Vegas |
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