Top Pumpkin Dishes In Las Vegas

Fall arrived earlier than ever this year, at least if you're a fan of pumpkin. Starbucks brought back its popular pumpkin spice latte in early September, although certain locations were pouring the hot drink as early as August 25. While there's no doubt that the seasonal beverage is good, for those hungry for some real pumpkin fare, several Las Vegas eateries are serving seasonal specialties featuring the fall fruit. From savory entrées to delectable desserts, here's a look at some of Las Vegas' best pumpkin dishes for fall 2014.
Bistro 57 At Aliante Casino + Hotel + Spa
7300 Aliante Parkway
North Las Vegas, NV 89084
(702) 692-7777
www.aliantegaming.com

This mouthwatering restaurant is known for its innovative dinner menu by chef George Jacquez, featuring such must-try dishes as the Moroccan hummus, potato leek soup and grilled New York steak. Throughout the months of October and November, though, it will also be featuring a palate-pleasing pumpkin ravioli. Served with a flavorful brown butter sage sauce, the seasonal dish is priced at only $12. For those who really can't get enough of the fall fruit, head on over to MRKT, the resort's steak and seafood restaurant, for its seasonal pumpkin pie martini. Priced at $10, the sweet cocktail—a mix of RumChata cream liqueur, Absolut Vanilla and pumpkin spice liqueur—makes a great after-dinner drink and comes with a dollop of whipped cream, a candy corn and light pumpkin spice sprinkle.

The Buffet At TI (Treasure Island Hotel & Casino)
3300 Las Vegas Blvd. S.
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 894-7111
www.treasureisland.com

This popular Strip buffet is known for its extravagant dessert spread, featuring freshly made mini donuts among other sweet treats. In fact, its desserts are so popular that guests can even purchase them to go—a concept that's unheard of at Las Vegas' many other buffets. Not surprising, the buffet known for its delicious desserts serves a seasonal pumpkin pecan pie that's simply heavenly. Available during lunch and dinner hours, the pie is a traditional pumpkin pie finished with a layer of pecan pie filling baked on top in a flaky house-made butter pie shell. One bite and guests will agree that it's easily one of the best pumpkin dishes in town.

O Face Doughnuts
124 S. 6th St.
Las Vegas, NV 89101
(702) 476-3223
www.ofacedoughnuts.com

One of downtown Las Vegas' sweetest new additions, this 1,100-square-foot doughnut shop located in the John E. Carson building is known for its innovative sweet and savory treats, like the bacon maple doughnut or apple bacon fritter. Starting around Halloween and available through the week after Thanksgiving, O Face will be offering a pumpkin doughnut as one of its seasonal specialties. Priced at $2.25, the seasonal yeast-raised doughnut features a rich and creamy pumpkin cheesecake filling and comes topped with a tart cranberry compote finished off with a crunchy pumpkin seed brittle. While you're at O Face Doughnuts, be sure to try one of its s'more doughnuts or peach doughnuts with spicy pecan brittle. Although both are available year round, they're ideal for fall.

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Tacos & Tequila (T&T) At Luxor
3900 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 262-5225
www.tacosandtequilalv.com

This festive Mexican restaurant may be best known for its many tempting taco and tequila selections, including pulled pork tacos and grilled shrimp tacos, but it is currently offering a delicious pumpkin flan throughout October and November that's perfect for the fall season. Priced at just $7, the delightful dish is made of a mix of sugar, whole and evaporated milk, caramel, eggs, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon and pumpkin flesh. One bite and taste buds are sure to be left saying, "Olé!"

Trevi Inside The Forum Shops At Caesars
3500 Las Vegas Blvd. S.
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 735-4663
www.trevi-italian.com

While most of the country is hungry for a pumpkin dish that's nice and warm, Las Vegas is one of the few cities where—depending on the day—you might want a pumpkin dish that's actually cold. That's where this picturesque Italian restaurant's pumpkin cheesecake gelato comes in. Available through November 15, pastry chef Hank Sbraccia's gelato version of a classic fall flavor is a cool and comforting combination of sweet spiced pumpkin, cheesecake and graham crackers. Priced at just $4.50 a scoop and made fresh daily, it's a tasty yet affordable way to celebrate the fall season.

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When she's not interviewing some of Hollywood's biggest celebs, Heather Turk can often be found visiting some of Las Vegas' most popular restaurants and spas for Examiner.com. She also covers the Las Vegas market for a variety of other media outlets, including Allegiant Air's in-flight magazine, Sunseeker. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.