Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

We live in Palm Springs and are from NY so our Italian dining is limited. When we come to Vegas it’s hard to choose but Ferraro’s is our favorite. My husband compares every Osso Bucco to theirs and not one comes close. The service is always good but this particular time was OUTSTANDING! Apollo was welcoming yet professional, great conversation yet not intrusive. He has perfect timing along with the rest of the staff. It was almost as if we were the only couple there… We weren’t. We will always come back but now I will specifically request Apollo. Thank you for an excellent evening!

Came in for HH with friends when other plans fell through: called the Ora Sociale, from 4−7pm daily, there is a food menu and 25% off drinks in the bar and lounge area. I’ve heard great things about this place, and their HH in general, and was surprised to see that they weren’t busy.
DRINKS: The Chianti by the glass ($ 13) is tasty, as was the Ciao Bella ($ 14) cocktail that I sampled from a friend. The drink discount is helpful, because HH food prices are only valid with a drink purchase.
ARANCINI ($ 6): Portion of four rice balls served with a truffle-​tinged dipping sauce. These were a solid carb-​o-​licious option.
POLPETTINI ($ 5): Portion of two meatballs, really tasty. Save the red sauce for dipping for your bread basket, it’s good.
CALAMARI FRITTI ($ 8): Nicely crisp, mix of rings and baby squid, tasty marinara dipping sauce. Hard to go wrong iwth this dish.
CAPRESE SALAD ($ 5): Tiny and somewhat boring portion, two pieces of buffalo mozzarella and a wedge each of red and yellow tomatoes. Maybe their classic Ferraro salad is a better option.
SALSICCIA PIZZA ($ 10): San Marzano tomato sauce, mozzarella, sausage with rapini and Calabrian oil. The sausage is not spicy, don’t let that turn you off. Pizza is a decent size for sharing, crust is thin and crispy. Overpriced though IMO.
AGNOLOTTI ($ 7): Got this after seeing it recommended in a recent article, portion is two large ravioli stuffed with spinach, mascarpone, ricotta, and mortadella with a light tear-​drop tomato sauce. Not sure I’d get it again necessarily but it was good to try and the pasta itself was fresh.
CREPES ($ 12): From the dessert menu. Two rich Nutella crepes served with vanilla ice cream. I’m not a dessert person, so this wasn’t my pick but it was good. I’d see if they have a lighter fruit-​based option instead.
Service was attentive, especially when it came to drink refills. Food came out fast, most prices were fairly reasonable (exceptions being the salad and pizza). They weren’t busy for HH but definitely picked up around 6:30 as the dinner crowd started coming in. Note that there are several small dining rooms/​nooks for a special occasion or family dinner. There’s also a bathroom attendant, which I found odd. Undecided on whether I’d come back for dinner.

My team does a lot of business in Vegas, Ferraro’s is a must go for us no matter what. What an off the strip treasure perfect for our business lunches. This is a true Italiano joint, we love to see that the owner always seems to be around to check in to see how were doing. We were sad to see our favorite bartender, Nina had flown the coupe but were very satisfied with Mary our bartender and Zoran our sever after what seems to have been quite a bit of shake ups with their staff (we love when our servers remember us even if we’re in town once or twice a month, makes traveling constantly feel less alienating .) can’t go wrong with any of their homemade pastas– the paradle Mimo and the bolognese are stand outs. and that amazing lunch special or late night (probably the most underrated in town!) Consistent and fairly priced for the product.

Delicious food! It’s great they serve food late and with decent prices too! Totally saved us after a late-​night flight into Vegas

Just left after a fabulous dinner. Two pre-​fix a and one entrée. Veal piccata and osso buco. Absolutely amazing! We will definitely be back!
Thanks so much Eric!

Let me start by saying I haven’t written a review in years. This restaurant is beyond above board. First, having a sommelier come to our table was wonderful. She suggested the Argiano, which was superb! Next, our waiter, Eric was amazing! Best service I have had in a long time! I had the Mimmo salad and my husband had the chicken parmesan. The food here is absolutely decadent. To top it off our excellent waiter heard us discussing that we were celebrating my husband’s 54^th birthday and brought us a complimentary tiramisu. It was creamy and delicious. I will definitely eat here every time I come to Las Vegas!

First time here. I had a Fabulous experience ! My server was Tate, he is the definition of A+++++++ service! Tate was very genuine and accommodating. The entire staff was great and welcoming this was on s Friday night too! The food was delicious and I will definitely be back again! They have a stage, private dining area, and live jazz band Thursday nights.

Excellent service! The waiters are very attentive, the food is excellent. I ordered a pizza for lunch and it was filling and definitely made to order. I’d come back here over and over, this place is a must try In Las Vegas

I’ve been here twice now. The first time, I accompanied some business associates and didn’t have the chance to eat. The second time was a year later, and I was so excited to finally try the food because it looked so incredible. I did not leave disappointed. I ordered the spagettini scoglio. The pasta was perfectly al dente, the seafood was all expertly prepared and tasted fresh and flavorful. Everything from the bread to the service was top notch. I look forward to return visits upon future business trips to Las Vegas.

Absolutely the finest Italian food I’ve ever had, every dish is authentic, delicious to the max, I can’t imagine even Italy producing better pasta than Ferarro’s. PLEASE eat here if you are looking for a truly special Italian meal :)

The mozzarella cheese with the mint pea cold soup was ok, but a bit too soft and creamy (and EXTREMELY cold on my teeth). It was an overly smooth texture and bland flavor to eat by itself.
The dinner rolls were ok. One of the best parts of an Italian dinner is the Italian bread. Not in this case…
I chose Lobster ravioli as my main course. It had a very strong fish taste and limited lobster meat on top. I expected more for a $ 60 meal.
I feel as though I wasted a meal in Vegas. There are so many other great choices for food – in this strip mall alone. Skip this spot.

This is my third dinner in the past year and it is the best. Top rate service and food Wine list is top shelf with wine for anyone’s budget. I rarely write a review but this place is special. We brought our foodie friends from San Francisco and they were impressed too. Our waiter Virgilio is a hoot. This is my local go too place for a special dinner.
The som Paolo also made a great recommendation. Introduced me to a Kerner from northern Italy which I would not have tried without his rec.
It can get crowded and noisy so rec going before 6 or after 830 pm. I will have to try a late lunch or happy hour one day. I bet this will be fun
Oops. Almost forgot. Don’t miss the Mimmo Salad. Just amazing The rabbit was also superb but my wife complained about the ribs showing on my plate. I have also had the Oso Bucco which is as good as it gets. My wife is a vegetarian and the menu always has something for her.

Great atmosphere. Food is average not exceptional considering the $$$$ prices are outrageous and the portions are small. Not that impressed. (dessert) In what universe do you charge $ 10 for Ice cream?
$ 14 for Chocolate cake or. Tiramisu

There are too many things that were perfect about Ferraro’s to put in one review. I will be brief;
The food, service, ambience and hospitality surpasses most places I have eaten. Amazing wine list! Chef Francesco is one of a kind! Mario, Mico and Mikey are amazing mixologists as well as hosts. Gianni took such good care of us and turned us on to a new favorite wine with his excellent recommendation.
We loved the food so much we came back again our second night in Vegas! Prosciutto was so fresh on our appetizer. The homemade sausage and Rappini app was perfect with our Amarone Valpolicella wine (thanks Gianni). The lobster risotto is perfection. Lasagna is delicious
Cappuccino to finish it off
Thank you Ferraro’s
We will be back to Vegas just for your!

One of the few restaurants in Vegas that lived up to its hype. My boyfriend and I wanted to find a nice italian restaurant and came here for lunch. The interior décor is romantic and has a modern rustic italian vibe. We were immediately seated by the hostess and our server came to explain the menu to us. He was very knowledgeable, friendly, and professional.
CARPACCIO DI MANZO– thinly sliced prime sirloin, arugula salad, shaved parmigiano cheese, and truffle oil
Our server recommended this appetizer and it was amazing! The meat was sliced so thinly and it was so fresh and I loved the earthiness of the arugula and the creaminess of the cheese. The truffle oil added a nice creamy and savory touch to the dish. The lemon was a nice addition to the meat as well because it provided a nice tangy acidity.
SPAGHETTI VONGOLE E POMODORINI– homemade spaghetti with clams, olive oil, garlic and cherry tomatoes
This dish was very fresh. There were plenty of clams and the spaghetti was cooked perfectly. I only wished that there was more flavor. The olive oil didn’t provide much flavor and I tasted a hint of garlic. The cherry tomatoes added a nice sweetness to the dish, but it wasn’t enough to coat the whole dish.
SALMONE GRIGLIATO ALLA CHECCA
Salmon grilled with Fresh Tomatoes, Basil, Fresh Garlic and Kalamata Olives
This dish was very flavorful and saucy. I especially liked the home made sauce and the cherry tomatoes because it added an extra layer of acidity. The salmon was cooked nicely and tasted very buttery and tender. The rigatoni pasta was soft and flavorful.
TIRAMISU– classic italian dessert made with lady fingers, mascarpone cheese & espresso
This dish came out beautifully and it tasted as great as it looked. It was creamy and moist and I especially liked the strong espresso flavor. The lady fingers were soft and soaked up all the flavor and the mascarpone cheese was so creamy.
i definitely want to come back here when I’m in town. They have such great service, the food is fantastic, and it’s such a cute place to go to on a date.

*Check in on Unilocal*Free wine with an entrée order!
Some of the very best Italian food I’ve ever had. I ate here with a local friend while I was visiting for business and I was blown away by the food. We got the happy hour stuffed peppers, meat pizza, and the gnocchi, all of it was unbelievable. You can’t go wrong with the wine list (which is literally a book). The flavors are rich and vibrant, just like you’d except from your Italian grandma-​ma. Even the dinner bread they give every table had Italian herbs baked into them and they were freshly baked.
It’s an institution off of the strip to be sure, and the cabaret music act was your classic middle-​aged man who has tanned everyday of his life and gets his hear done daily. And wears sunglasses inside. I mean, it’s amazing. The music was not too loud to talk over and the singers were very talented.
They have a bar area, a formal dining room, a back room for private parties and events, and a beautiful patio. I will be back again!
Happy hour offers 25% off wines, and they have a massive selection!

— Really enjoyed the space
— Not too loud, despite the place being completely packed
— Solid service, but a little slow, especially waiting 45 minutes for the entrees
The Food:
— The anchovy caesar salad was perfect. Had a nice bite, but was smooth at the same time
— The octopus appetizer was perfectly garlicky. The octopus was firm, yet tender. Very good
— My main, a pasta dish with spicy sausage and uni, sounded unique and inspired. It wasn’t very good. A B for trying, but it just didn’t meld. At all
I could bump this place up a star with a subsequent visit and by selecting my entrée a little more wisely. Stay tuned.

Great food, great ambiance, great service.
I highly recommend Ferraro’s all the food is incredible especially the Oso Buco.
The bathroom attendant talked a bit much for my taste, or perhaps bathroom attendants creep me out in general… Who knows?
They have live music, private tables for larger groups and a great bar.

Decided to check out this place last night since it was open late and I was dressed quite nicely so I wanted a dressier ambiance. Came in a little after 11p and it was their late night menu which was the full menu minus 5 items. Everything was full priced but you receive 25% off your entire check if you dine between 11p-​2am. I came as a party of 2 and we sat at the bar. At that time there’s only bar and lounge self seating available. The bartender was friendly and attentive but maybe that’s because there were only 7 people at the bar and 2 in the lounge area at the time.
Fritto misto: I really enjoyed the breaded calamari and there were 2 pieces of shrimp along with 4 pieces of smelt fish. Being Asian, I liked the smelt fish thrown in there. It was different.
Spicy sausages: 2 small-​medium sized sausages served on a bed of greens. Good flavor but a little on the pricey side just for 2 sausages.
Branzino: highly recommend this dish! Served over garbanzo beans I believe it was? And the skin on the small sea bass was crispy on one side and the meat was juicy and tender. It was easy to eat too. Bones were only found in the tail so I think they deboned most of it before cooking.
Seafood pappardelle: very seafoody. The sauce had a tangy flavor that blended well with the lobster and scallop in there. The thinly sliced asparagus provided a good crunch to balance out the soft scallop and the noodles were al dente! Only downside was that the lobster was rather tough and not tender, probably because it’s not fresh.
Overall, I’d recommend this place for an off the strip, local date night eatery.

This review is late but definitely needed.
Let me start be saying I adore Ferraros– the food and staff have always been awesome. Until this visit for the 30^th anniversary…
Super deal on a 4 course meal– $ 30 and change! Awesome!
Called to make a reservation ahead of time letting them know we wanted to do the happy hour and the anniversary special and would like to be seated accordingly– the gal who took the reservation said no problem.
Checked in for the res the night of and they put our table on the dining side where you can’t order from the happy hour menu. Talked to the hostess about the reservation and she said it’d be a 20 min wait. At this point, fine. We’ll just wait at the bar until they figure this out.
A friend had a $ 100 gift card and bought our first round of drinks! Awesome! Well by the time she was able to order, they had the table ready for us. So half of us never got our drinks. Bartender did acknowledge that he owed us our drinks. Problem is, the drinks never came.
Well, neither did a server. The bussers were quick to bring water and bread which was nice. But we waited 20 minutes and no one came to give us menus or help us. I went to the hostess letting her know that no one has helped us, she said she would get someone. 10 more minutes passed and I had to stop someone to help us. He gave us menus & took our app orders and never came back. 15 more minutes passed and we had to wave another person down because we had no food & no drinks and were ready to order our entrees and beverages… and the guy who initially helped us was nowhere to be found. Add insult to injury, from the moment we were sat, there were a number of servers who just passed us by without checking on us. Even the table next to us was being helped. That’s unacceptable.
Finally we got a female server to be our «regular» server. Explained about the drink situation and she said she’d get those for us. She was nice but still didn’t really check on our table. One of my friends had to search for her for the check as we were just sitting around waiting for quite some time, long after all the plates were cleared and the glasses were dry (including water).
When we got the bill, they charged us full price for everything AND charged us for drinks that we had already paid for at the bar. One of the staff was trying to explain to my friend that they can’t honor the anniversary price since she was using a coupon. But she wasn’t using a coupon, it was a gift card. They came back with a somewhat corrected bill and told my friend that they took off certain drinks since she used her «discount» on it at the bar. DISCOUNT?! Since when is full tender in which you use to pay for services a DISCOUNT?! It’s not.
Not to mention our reservation was for 5:45pm and we didn’t walk out until 9:40pm.
As much as I loved this place, this experience created such a foul taste that I don’t think I’ll be able to give it another chance for quite some time.
Additionally, they have a «rewards» program that doesn’t work. The average I’ve spent on visits here has been $ 150+ and I’d come several times a month, sometimes several times a week and not once has a reward come through. So if you see the paper in your bill to sign up, there’s no point in wasting your time with it.

I came here with a friend originally because we were craving some good pasta. Funny story, a group of us walked in here for the HH, and since we chose to stick to the HH items only, we didn’t get our pasta. We got a ton of other stuff though! :)
Calamari– ⁴⁄₅ stars. I prefer light breaded calamari’s Italian-​style, so they had the exact breading I was hoping for. However, it started to fall off the calamari so quickly. :/​
Meatballs and polenta cake– ⁵⁄₅. These meatballs were amazing, and the sauce was very good.
Bianca pizza– ³⁄₅. Not too shabby, but crust was decent.
Bucatini bolognese– ³⁄₅ stars. The portion is tiny. I wasn’t really digging’ the pasta that reminded me of worms.
Arancini (fried rice balls with truffle oil) — ³⁄₅ stars. It was alright.
Nice ambiance, and great place for a date night. I may come back and try their pasta dishes on their regular menu, but that may not e for a while.

Wonderful Italian restaurant with a homey feel to it.
Went here with my girls as our last dinner place while in Vegas. Our waiter was one of the sweetest and most attentive waiters I’ve ever had.
The owner came to our table at one point because it was a bachelorette gang and we asked for shots to be poured into cheesy diamond ring shaped shot glasses. He was super sweet and told us a bit about the family owned restaurant.
The wait for the food wasn’t long at all. I ordered the Polpettine and the meatballs were amazing. We were very much all stuffed by the end.

Thank you Eric with a C for a memorabel night in Las Vegas. You definitely made it to our shortlist of places to visit everytime we’re in town. European hospitality combined with a passion for food.
Just off Strip, opposite to the Hardrock Hotel we found this place. Of course through Unilocal ;). After burgers, pub food and more of that kind during our three weeks of travelling through the USA I craved for real Italian. Not Americanised (don’t no if that’s a correct word), but real European. And besides the size of the portions (real American) it came very close. And if one thing stood out is was our waiter Eric.
Eric surprised us with his charme, his knowledge and suggestions on the food but most of all with his timing. In all the years in the USA it was the first time we didn’t feel rushed and met someone who almost filled in all our needs. Even realizing that we probably needed a cab to get back he arranged one. And detail that probably wasn´t influenced by Eric, whe never had such a nice cab driver =).
We we’re welcomed with an Unilocal appetizer (for checking in) that consisted of Angnolotti and spaghetti. Nice, but so much that we almost regreted ordering an appetizer. Which of course was also big. Glad we shared the charcuterie & cheeses. My love had the rabbit as a main course and I the Angnolotti. Both nice, but with the peperonata and side order of spaghetti way, way to much. Drank lovely wine with it, enjoyed the espresso. All together a beatifull night. And I believe we paid somewhere in the range of $ 150.
Oh, and don’t forget to check-​out the bathrooms. And bring some tipping money. They deserve it.
Note: I’m no native speaker so excuse any grammar and spelling mistakes.

Four of us got together to try several dishes at Ferraro’s. Shortly after being seated, we were brought drinks and we took awhile to peruse the menu to agree on the items we all wanted to try. We were brought a bread basket with ciabatta and focaccia. We then ordered the following:
House made meatball with a fried stick of polenta and a rice ball
Imported Italian meats and cheeses
Spicy eggplant
Risotto with Italian arborio rice, tomato, ricotta cheese, black olive powder
Pesto gnocchi
Capellini puttanesca
Artichoke spaghetti with caviar and cinnamon
House made ravioli filled with spinach, mascarpone, ricotta, mortadella, light tear-​drop tomato sauce
Tripe in spicy tomato sauce
Osso buco with farro
Farm raised rabbit with sautéed spinach
Flourless chocolate cake with chocolate mousse and strawberries
tiramisu
Noting we were sharing dishes, the house opted to serve our appetizers and initial four pastas on separate plates with a small serving of each. The imported meat and cheese plate on the menu as affettati e formaggio was outstanding with a good selection of meats and cheeses. Along with this, the off menu item, sliced eggplant was excellent.
We then moved to the pastas. The risotto was not cooked enough and was chewy. The pesto gnocchi and house made ravioli with spinach, ricotta, mascarpone, and mortadella were the standouts. The puttanesca was also good. A fifth pasta was brought, an interesting and very tasty spaghetti with artichoke, caviar, cinnamon, and brown butter. I never expected cinnamon and pasta to be together but it worker very well with the butter and caviar.
For the main course items, the peppery tripe and osso buco were excellent. Their menu notes that the tripe is «awesome» which it is.
We finished with two desserts – a flourless chocolate cake and chocolate mousse with strawberries. This was OK but we ordered one more dessert – tiramisu. It was excellent. Soft in texture and not overrun with alcohol, this was a perfect ending, along with a double espresso over ice – to a very delightful two and a half hour dinner with good friends.
Service was excellent during the meal. The individual plating of some of our dishes made sharing easy but sometimes the food appeared lost on the very large plates. During the second half of the meal, the servers opened the extenders on four sides of the round table so we had more room.

Très bonne cuisine, miam miam! Profitez du menu 16:00– 19:00 happy hour formule tapas italien, très abordable.